Arnold's BBQ and Grill

I visited this place in the weekend to celebrate the birthday of a friend. We were a bit late for the lunch. It was almost 2 pm, and still there were a few people finishing up. There was a party celebrating graduation, with a bunch of friends and family going on there. So the place was busy, however not fully packed. The server was nice and welcoming. We ordered a big platter with ribs, catfish and pulled pork. It cane with fries and beans. We ordered the collard greens and hush puppies on top of it, separately. And they charges almost 5$ for each additional sides. OMG! Although the place was not very crowded, the food took a while to arrive. Everything was super hot and fresh. The catfish was terrific. The pulled pork was great. All the sides were fantastic. However, I was a bit disappointed with the ribs. Absolutely I have had much tender, juicy, and smoky ribs earlier, someplace else, right in the Memphis. Maybe because of such good reviews I had much expectations about the ribs at

The people were so kind and for that reason alone I feel bad about posting this review. But as a visitor from California who drove to Memphis TN I owe it to others who make this trek to share my true opinions. I ordered the beef brisket dinner with up up charge for potato salad and mac and cheese. The max and cheese was bland and tasteless. This is not soul food mac and cheese but an off brand Kraft mac. It taste like a season less noodle and bechamel sauce. Disgusting was the word that came to mind on first bite. The potato salad was super sweet. I’m not sure if someone went overboard on the sugar or if miracle whip was used. The texture was perfect but it was alarmingly sweet. The beef brisket serving was small but well seasoned and delicious. Unfortunately, I can’t recommend. $26 for the pictured plate and a dinner roll.

Great place! BB-Q was really good! I would 100% come back here next time I vist memphis. Not a huge place, and it looked to be a couple owned place. There was a lovely lady serving, and who seemed to be her partner cooking in the back. So that wait is a little longer then normal for places but for how long we waited it was worth it. My ribs were amazing and I cleaned the bones. Over all very happy with the experience and to support a small business.