

Tom's Bar-B-Q
Oakhaven, Memphis
Bar in Memphis, United States
Why go
Tom's Bar-B-Q is worth choosing when the priority is casual Memphis barbecue with a distinctive Greek-influenced seasoning profile and halal-friendly options. It is better for low-pressure meals, travelers, and groups than for date-night ambiance or cocktails, with value sitting in everyday-meal territory rather than special-occasion pricing.
About Tom's Bar-B-Q
Tom's Bar-B-Q in Memphis is best framed with the few practical details available here: the listed price is $20 per person, and the dress code is casual. That makes it an option to consider when the plan calls for an easygoing meal rather than a formal occasion.
Beyond those basics, many specifics that diners often want to know should be confirmed directly with the venue before planning around them.
Go back for a casual Memphis meal, not for a formal night out
The clearest reason to choose Tom's Bar-B-Q is simplicity. With a $20 per person listed price and casual dress code, it fits a low-pressure outing where comfort matters more than ceremony. It should not be positioned as a polished special-occasion room unless you have confirmed details that match that plan.
There is also a recognition note: Tom's Bar-B-Q is listed as a Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Bar in 2026. That gives the venue a useful point of reference, but it should be treated as one planning detail rather than a substitute for checking current hours, menu, and service information.
Who should pick it, and who should choose something else
Pick Tom's Bar-B-Q if your priority is a casual Memphis meal at a practical listed price. It is a better fit for diners who want an easygoing stop than for anyone building a night around a more formal or highly structured dining plan.
If the plan is broader than one meal, use Our full Memphis restaurants guide for other dining options, Our full Memphis bars guide for a second stop, or Our full Memphis hotels guide if the meal is part of a stay. For broader Memphis planning across categories, those guides may be more useful than trying to make one venue cover the whole outing.
Outdoor seating, reservation policy, takeout, delivery, dietary details, and specific menu items are not confirmed here. Quick reference: Memphis, $20 per person, casual dress, and a venue profile that works for an easygoing visit.
Planning details
- Location
- 4087 New Getwell Rd.
- Website
- tomsbarbeque.com
- Phone
- 901-365-6690
Venue details
Ambiance
Classic, no-frills Memphis barbecue joint in a historic 1950 building, with friendly, conversational staff and a welcoming, family-style atmosphere where regulars and travelers trade stories over hearty plates of smoked meat.
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Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Pub
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
Know before you go
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- Getting there
- 4087 New Getwell Rd.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tom's Bar-B-Q good for a date?
Yes, if you want a casual, low-pressure date in Memphis. With a listed price of $20 per person and a casual dress code, Tom's Bar-B-Q is a better fit for an easygoing outing than a formal night out.
Do I need a reservation at Tom's Bar-B-Q?
Is Tom's Bar-B-Q good for groups?
It may be a practical choice for groups that want a casual Memphis meal at a listed $20 per person, but confirm any group-specific details directly with the venue.
Does Tom's Bar-B-Q have outdoor seating?
Is the food good at Tom's Bar-B-Q?
Tom's Bar-B-Q has a recognition note as a Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Bar in 2026. For current details and availability, confirm directly with the venue.
Is Tom's Bar-B-Q worth the prices?
At a listed $20 per person, Tom's Bar-B-Q sits in a practical price range for a casual Memphis meal. Whether it is worth it depends on what you want from the outing, so check current details before going.





















