Out of all the countries in the world that you two have visited" during your travels, i can tell that the two of you love eating American food the most.
I don't know which is more impressive... the BBQ, or the fact that he survived a BBQ dinner with a completely white shirt unstained. That is a truly remarkable feat!
I was just thinking the same thing. No doubt. Impressive indeed. I get a mess in my shirt when I even just walk into a bbq joint, before I even get food
Eric , the owner , is so humble...They cannot compliment his food enough and he just says "i just want to serve good food ". I am going to have to go on to the BBQ shop and try it
As a Texan, I love our BBQ, but as you go around the US, you find different Q, using different woods firing the pits, different sauces, and different seasonings. I love that yall are traveling around, trying delicious food from all over! Keep up the gr8 work!
From someone who lives in Memphis and who also believes The BBQ Shop is the best BBQ in the city, I’m so glad you guys stopped here! I’ve known Eric for years and he is as genuine as they come.
As a Memphis local, this is by far the best BBQ in Memphis. The BBQ Shop is not well known to travelers. I went in a day after this video was released, and they had to stop doing online orders due to the amount they were getting.
My guys. I live 5 minutes away from this place and we’ve done so many birthdays, Father’s Day and other family hangs. Memphis bbq over all yall. Eric is the true king.
As a Texan, i respect your opinion, but no one tops our beef ribs.
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When my husband had cancer treatment we would go from Florida Panhandle to Arkansas and we would go through Memphis to go here! We didn’t care that it was 2 hours out of the way. Worth it!!!
Favorite bits: 1) Josh wearing a white shirt to a BBQ joint, 2) plates filled with bare bones, 3) Eric’s humility and love for his food and patrons, 4) Josh going crazy over baked beans!
Currently sitting in The BarBQ shop eagerly awaiting our ribs, bbq spaghetti and mozzarella sticks. Plus our beer. It’s crazy that we live 5 minutes from here and didn’t realize this place was here until we saw “two British guys” eating here. Oh btw. Eric says hey.
One of my favorite things is watching you two take a bite of something and then your eyes widen and you start looking around the room as if you are seeing colors for the first time.
Thanks to the Brit guys for showing everyone the best BBQ in Memphis. Eric is my next door neighbor and friend. Im not being biased when I say that his BBQ is my favorite, not only in Memphis, but the best I have eaten. The sauce is out of this world. He has a hot sauce too, but be careful, its HHHOOOTTT!!! The beans are the best around and the slaw is good too. So much better than the tourist traps.
Well gentlemen you have inspired me to take a ride to Midtown, I'm "within walking distance" and I can't believe I have lived in Memphis this long and have never tried The Bar-B-Q Shop! I really hope the owner is there so I can point that photo on the wall out to him and tell him Jolly sent me! So happy you guys enjoyed yourselves in Memphis
You guys make this 79 yr old smile and hungry especially when eating the southern and soul food im a Texas girl living in a NC world. I was up till 3:30 am last nite watching your videos
My wife and I had the pleasure of eating at the BBQ Shop today. The glazed ribs are the best ribs I have ever eaten. Met Eric and shook his hand and said I had seen this video. Such a genuine guy. Very warm and helpful as they were dealing with a new software for their computers. Grace under pressure as the chaos was ongoing. The server mentioned they are thinking about making that scene with ribs into a T-shirt. I know what I want for Christmas.
@@ilikemysugarwithcoffeeandcream A clip of this airing has gone viral on TikTok, Eric said it has has 15 million views! Of course his business is booming as a result. 🙂
My wife's father used to have a business right next door- bbq shop ended up purchasing it when they got bigger for more dining space. Eric is a cool guy, still go there at least once a month. BBQ shop is the quintessential Memphis BBQ spot.
Hat's off to Eric, so nice to see a person so dedicated to his craft. Years ago, I was co-owner of a restaurant and I fully understand the pride he feels in knowing how much his patrons enjoy his work. My wife loves BBQ pork ribs, I think a trip to Memphis would be a great birthday gift. ;)
First Alcenia's then the bbq shop! Y'all's researcher deserves a raise! I love how Yall went for the fantastic hole in the wall places and not the well-known chains. Amazing work! 👏🏼
Big respect for the owner who was just genuine and real the entire time. He knows his food is good but past that lets folks speak beyond that even though he’s won national food awards. That’s a great cook and an even better student of the BBQ scene. Much respect!
I love how Eric just standing there feeling all the humility and pride he should for that beautiful food~ Nothing's more flattering than somebody literally constantly complimenting your food and showing you how much they enjoy it. 😊😊😊
when I was in Memphis I went to Central BBQ. thought it was great. Is that also a tourist trap spot? wouldn’t be surprised being that I saw it recommended damn near everywhere. Will be sure to try this place next time I’m in the city
@bigploppa154 let's put it this way, I just had dinner there with some friends Wednesday night. Definitely not a tourist trap. That was a good choice. If you ever make it back there, the smoked wings are🔥
Yup. In the United States, when it comes to BBQ....Tennessee or Kansas for pork, Texas for beef, and Hawaii for chicken. Yes, Hawaii. When are you guys going to Hawaii? There's a lot of unique food there that's hard to get elsewhere in the country. Saimin, shave ice, loco moco, Hawaiian BBQ chicken, kahlua pork, poke....the list goes on. And as a bonus....Hawaiians eat more Spam than anywhere else in the country. They even have a yearly festival called SpamJam.
@@punkressph1 when? Couldn't find that. I know they've tried Hawaiian snacks before but I don't think they've ever been there on either of the channels. I think the amount of Asian culture there and how different it is would blow Josh's mind.
4:33 most people in the south know how to make the meat fall off the bone when I seen him grab the utensils 😬 like that’s an Oscar winning rack of ribs
My girls and I have watched yall for a long time, and it was so exciting to see you walk into our neighborhood BBQ! We are proud of our city, and loved that you all enjoyed some of its best.
Right before the owner came in, I actually exclaimed out loud, “Why the hell do you have a knife in your hand??? You should just have a rib in your hand!”
Been watching Josh and Ollie for a while now… I am constantly amazed at how seamlessly both of these gentlemen ingratiate themselves into any environment… speaks volumes about their temperament, respect for others, and humility. Kudos to you gentlemen. ❤
I lived in Memphis, half of my life and this IS MY FAVORITE BBQ shop and best ribs, hand's down! So excited to see this video, as there are so many BBQ restaurants in Memphis, yet The Bar-B-Q shop doesn't get the credit it deserves. Thanks guys!
My husband and I have family in Nashville and we live in Arkansas. We’re 2 1/2 hours from Memphis. We watched this and both agreed next time we are traveling to Nashville we’re making a stop at the BBQ Shop for lunch!! Looks delicious!!!!
As a Memphian who has been raised on BBQ, it’s so great to see that they went to the BBQ shop, and not one of the tourist spots! Y’all need to come back for the international BBQ competition in May!
As a Texan, I was heavily rolling my eyes when they started cutting that meat with a knife and fork. It's like the owner heard me through the screen and stopped that madness. BBQ is one of those food where you should look like a toddler eating spaghetti when you're done or you're not doing it right!
I've said this before: it doesn't matter where you go in the Southern US, you will find good barbque, but it's all slightly different. Different hardwoods give a different flavor to the meat. Different cooking methods and times frames. Different styles of flavoring from dry rubs to wet marinades to glazes. Different types and cuts of meat from beef brisket and beef ribs, to pork ribs and pulled pork roast. Then the sauces are all different from KC to the Carolinas, or no sauce in Texas. Each area has their own speciality, that is the best in the state/US. IT'S ALL DIFFERENT; BUT IT'S ALL GREAT! You can have your preferrences, but almost no one will turn down a plate of Southern BarBQue.
And if you're going to smoke it in the yard for 16h, wood of a fruit bearing tree. Here it's citrus, not because I had the hell smacked out of me before, but that taste is very different. Then just swish the bone straight out the meat with how tender and juicy it is (literally falls off if you try to hold the bone lol)
I grew up down the street from this place and let me tell you how wild it is to see an international channel cover it. It’s outstanding barbecue, and as a Memphian, it’s hard to explain to people just how good it is. So, thank you very much for shining such a positive and tasteful light on a couple of smaller places in a town that very much needs it. You’ve got a fan for life!
Just watched this from my home in East Memphis...it's the middle of the afternoon and after watching the video, I am getting in the car now to pick some up. This our family's favorite BBQ place and THE BEST in our opinion (and that's saying something in this town!) It's the first stop when my brother visits us from California every Christmas. Great job with the video--enjoyed it immensely, guys--y'all are funny! And great job as always, Eric with the Q. You and your family's shop are Memphis treasures -- as is Lori, our beloved BBQ Shop server for over 15 yrs.
I seriously doubt you will regret it (unless you are one of the unfortunates who cannot or does not eat pork). The pork is the play here. If you do not like pork (or cannot eat pork) you likely will be disappointed.
I lived in Memphis area briefly, and one day I just had to stop to see what this man was doing with two big grills made of half steel drums on the side of the country road on my way to the Millington Navy base. He was cooking ribs. Well I hadn’t had ribs much up to that point in my life yet. This man was so nice to me, he was so vivacious and friendly and funny. I asked him about a hundred questions. I remember the brush he used to put the sauce on, it looked like a navy mop. 😂. That was a great memory, and of course they were delicious. We had them about once a week while I lived there until I had to go to boot camp. I had moved into the area before I started boot camp. I was so lucky to get to know the town before hand. I had a great time living in that area, and the food was as memorable as the people.
I am so glad he did that. The first thought in my head was, "You don't need a knife for ribs." Lol. Then he got 2 Brits to go crazy about his beans! Lol You guys are awesome.
Memphian here!! I’m so glad you found The BBQ Shop and not one of the touristy places. There are some good ribs around town, all a bit different, but glazed or wet are definitely heaven imo. The BBQ Shop does them right!
I also was very impressed by how clean they managed to keep themselves. Must be the British manners. When I eat BBQ, I will at minumum have sauce up both sides of my cheeks due to lack of self restraint. I look like a 1 year old learning to eat birthday cake for the first time.
As a Memphian, y’all can understand now why any time some asks me the question ‘if you had to make just one BBQ recommendation for someone visiting for the day’ I always always always answer: The BBQ Shop. It’s the absolute best. Did yall get a chance to try the spicy BBQ sauce? Game changer!
I'm a big BBQ guy. I love the different styles and appreciate how BBQ differs from region to region. I am from Texas, so I do have a tendency to prefer beef and getting your flavors from the different kinds of wood smoke and rubs over sauces. That being said, it still all good to me. The "glazed" ribs look really good. I've seen glazed meats before, but the thickness of the glaze on those ribs is on another level. Thank you @jolly for checking this place out as it is now on my BBQ places to hit when I am out traveling.
I live in Alabama and drive to Memphis for Gus's fried chicken but now I will definitely have to visit Eric and point out the picture and eat good bbq. Thank you for this amazing video and the work you all do!
I love watching these videos of British guys tasting American food. Keep bringing it. I am married to a Brit, and go over often… Nothing comes close to American barbecue.
The guys at Sorted Food and TopJaw come to the states all the time for food tours. The Sorted guys tend to look for more homey type places like this amazing BBQ. The TopJaw guys might hit a few more high end places too. Check them out.
"That guy was headed to graduate school and didn't think he was going to be running this place." Welp, I must say Eric, I'm glad things didn't exactly go as you thought, you're continuing an incredible business/tradition. Legend of BBQ💯🥩
im from memphis . lived here my entire life and im just so happy yall found the best place to make a video. we have lots a good bbq here but bbq shop is another level up.
From Memphis here. We ran over there after seeing this video and they were closed (Sundays and Mondays). No worries though, we came back the next day and have decided this is our new favorite bbq place!
I’m from Chicago, but Tennessee in general is the state I’ve visited the most… the smoky mountains, the rivers, the food, the music… God, I love Tennessee!
I was considering relocating there until I found out they tax income from investments as regular income. Considering that ALL of my income is from investments, I gave it a pass.
@@caseyb1365 yes but I relocated prior to 2021. It's not so bad. I've never, in my entire life, lived in a landlocked state or, for that matter, farther than 20 minutes away from the water. So it's okay that I'll finish my life within walking distance of it.
As a Memphian, I’m glad you guys loved The BBQ Shop as much as you did. Memphis has a lot of great BBQ and The Shop is Mt. Rushmore worthy in my book. Cheers.
I'm from South Mississippi.. I WILL be going there for some glazed ribs next time I travel through Memphis!! Thanks for letting us know about this place and about Eric, who is such a humble human being!
Tennessee has one of the most diverse and best food palettes in the states. It has been influenced by so many different cultures because of its central location and relatively close distance to a lot of other big cities. That’s why it has such diverse music and culture depending on what part of TN you are in
As a Southern woman, this really got to my soul. Good BBQ is not easy to come by anywhere except the South. Good, true BBQ takes DAYS to prepare and cook. I also love that you guys go to these true Southern restaurants to get as close to a home cooked meal as you can. It looks like both of you fell in love as soon as you put those ribs in your mouth ❤
As a Tennessean, I’m going to be making a trip to this place ASAP! The humbleness of Eric, BBQ being a staple of Tennessee cuisine, and how awesome everything looked I’ll be heading to Memphis from East TN ASAP!
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Out of all the countries in the world that you two have visited" during your travels, i can tell that the two of you love eating American food the most.
Ollie ... Success ... you made him laugh and cringe with your photo speel at the end
You should have Face Timed Mr. Z to show him the BBQ spaghetti.
@@jdm1066 Oh my gosh, YES!
Finished the video, put on my shoes, and drove the 1.9 miles between my house and the BBQ Shop. God I love this city.
Lucky you!
AMEN BROTHER
I'm so jealous lol
I’m crying right now. I miss Memphis barbecue.🤣
Lucky. Honestly I want the sandwich though.
5:17 Eric saved so many Americans from being triggered. A true patriot to our country 🫡
The way my face turned to this emoji 🤨 as I watch them dig into the ribs with a knife and fork lol
💯💯💯
For real, I was nearly ready to say something lol.
I was literally yelling "NO!!!" when he picked up the knife and started using it.
I wonder whether I will be tortured if I use chopsticks to eat those
I don't know which is more impressive... the BBQ, or the fact that he survived a BBQ dinner with a completely white shirt unstained. That is a truly remarkable feat!
I feel like he takes six and they just cut when he changes
I was just thinking the same thing. No doubt. Impressive indeed. I get a mess in my shirt when I even just walk into a bbq joint, before I even get food
That is SPOT ON! 🤣
Josh wears white/light shirts to restaurants so often and I can't recall ever seeing a speck on them. It's like a super power!
@@therealluigiyou mean spotless
Eric , the owner , is so humble...They cannot compliment his food enough and he just says "i just want to serve good food ". I am going to have to go on to the BBQ shop and try it
As a Texan, I love our BBQ, but as you go around the US, you find different Q, using different woods firing the pits, different sauces, and different seasonings. I love that yall are traveling around, trying delicious food from all over! Keep up the gr8 work!
I've lived all across the Country - 18 yrs were in TX - and I agree. Every place has its own take, but I do miss TX food!
I live in Florida but got spoiled by Texas bbq. Love Lockhart.
As for them going in with utensils, 5:12, "I'm sorry I let it get that far." I am WHEEZING! 😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂😂 I lost it too
I literally did a spit take with some water 😂
As he went "Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa", my respect for him increased.
My favorite part of the video! 🤣🫶
that man would have thrown hands if they kept it up
From someone who lives in Memphis and who also believes The BBQ Shop is the best BBQ in the city, I’m so glad you guys stopped here! I’ve known Eric for years and he is as genuine as they come.
Make sure to point our his wonderful picture next time you go!
Have you ever complimented him on that photo? Go now and do it :D
I'm from Memphis and you just can't imagine how good Memphis BBQ beans are till you try them. I make them at home.
I've been told forever that I need to go there and I never remember when I'm in that part of town. I'm setting a reminder for next weekend now.
@@rrmcbride555 well, clearly the next thing you need to do is share the recipe!
As a Memphis local, this is by far the best BBQ in Memphis. The BBQ Shop is not well known to travelers. I went in a day after this video was released, and they had to stop doing online orders due to the amount they were getting.
Excellent Excellence 👌👍😊🤔🧐!!!!!!!
This is much deserved for fantastic news with supporting this family owned business. CONGRATULATIONS 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Live in Memphis also!! Eat there every time I’m in the area!!
its on madison!!!!! oh my gosh!!!!! i lived offf pauline for 5 years and was a frequent pig flyer to the bbq shop!
Dang, I wanna plan a trip out to go eat there now, but they're probably being flooded!! Seems we'll deserved!
My guys. I live 5 minutes away from this place and we’ve done so many birthdays, Father’s Day and other family hangs. Memphis bbq over all yall. Eric is the true king.
As a Texan, i respect your opinion, but no one tops our beef ribs.
When my husband had cancer treatment we would go from Florida Panhandle to Arkansas and we would go through Memphis to go here! We didn’t care that it was 2 hours out of the way. Worth it!!!
Favorite bits: 1) Josh wearing a white shirt to a BBQ joint, 2) plates filled with bare bones, 3) Eric’s humility and love for his food and patrons, 4) Josh going crazy over baked beans!
Also Ollie wearing an A24 shirt!
*Josh wearing a white shirt to a BBQ joint _again_
Why is Josh *constantly* in white shirts in restaurants 😂
Yo! Number 1 made me laugh! lol bc it’s so true. That’s something you don’t do!
I liked Ollie's comment about coffee not tasting as good as it smells, but American BBQ is opposite. It tases even better than it smells!!
The owner is so humble about his product that is how you know they really are INCREDIBLE. Olly saying ten times better is believable.
12:44 Ollie trying so hard to make Eric laugh and Josh accidentally making him crack up in laughter was too funny to me 😂
I was coming to comment the same idea. Ollie was looking for a laugh & Josh nailed it!
I saw that too. 😆 Poor Olly. Lol. He was trying so hard. ❤️
Currently sitting in The BarBQ shop eagerly awaiting our ribs, bbq spaghetti and mozzarella sticks. Plus our beer. It’s crazy that we live 5 minutes from here and didn’t realize this place was here until we saw “two British guys” eating here. Oh btw. Eric says hey.
One of my favorite things is watching you two take a bite of something and then your eyes widen and you start looking around the room as if you are seeing colors for the first time.
Lmfaoooo so accurate 😂😂
Josh has 'tourist' written all over him before he even opens his mouth. White shirt in a bbq joint...LMAO.
You’re just jealous cause he managed not to stain said shirt 😝😂😂 (so am I)
As a Brit though with immaculate manners, he's clean afterward.
i feel like him going through a full meal without staining is just a huge flex 😂
@@jmkwm Absolutely am! 😂
Thanks to the Brit guys for showing everyone the best BBQ in Memphis. Eric is my next door neighbor and friend. Im not being biased when I say that his BBQ is my favorite, not only in Memphis, but the best I have eaten. The sauce is out of this world. He has a hot sauce too, but be careful, its HHHOOOTTT!!! The beans are the best around and the slaw is good too. So much better than the tourist traps.
I want some we love really hot hot sauce in the UK
The hot sauce is so good but soooooo hot 🥵 😂😂😂
Is he single? Asking for a friend 🤔
@@QuestNaturaLuv you want Eric I want the hot sauce
@@sharnadixon-scott710 lol...If only!!!
Well gentlemen you have inspired me to take a ride to Midtown, I'm "within walking distance" and I can't believe I have lived in Memphis this long and have never tried The Bar-B-Q Shop! I really hope the owner is there so I can point that photo on the wall out to him and tell him Jolly sent me! So happy you guys enjoyed yourselves in Memphis
I went to CBU and remember this restaurant because my parents liked it but I never made it in.
I soooo hope you do this. If Eric is not there, please be sure that someone gets him a message. Write a note on a napkin! 💜
I am so jealous!!! I actually have not eaten meat for 10 years, but that spot would be the ideal spot to cheat!!
@@sss-wx7zuits worth it 115%
Oh please give updates on his reactions when you get there 😂
You guys make this 79 yr old smile and hungry especially when eating the southern and soul food im a Texas girl living in a NC world. I was up till 3:30 am last nite watching your videos
My wife and I had the pleasure of eating at the BBQ Shop today. The glazed ribs are the best ribs I have ever eaten. Met Eric and shook his hand and said I had seen this video. Such a genuine guy. Very warm and helpful as they were dealing with a new software for their computers. Grace under pressure as the chaos was ongoing. The server mentioned they are thinking about making that scene with ribs into a T-shirt. I know what I want for Christmas.
I ordered some glazed ribs tonight! I told Eric that I saw him on your video today. I truly enjoy your channel guys. So fun to watch!!! 😊
Did you compliment him on that photo?😂
Did he seem real happy about people popping in after this?? I hope he enjoyed the experience having them there. Eric GOAT'd
@@ilikemysugarwithcoffeeandcream A clip of this airing has gone viral on TikTok, Eric said it has has 15 million views! Of course his business is booming as a result. 🙂
@@annedyer3825 that’s awesome thanks so much
🌿🌷🌿 I am so envious !!
My wife's father used to have a business right next door- bbq shop ended up purchasing it when they got bigger for more dining space. Eric is a cool guy, still go there at least once a month. BBQ shop is the quintessential Memphis BBQ spot.
Hat's off to Eric, so nice to see a person so dedicated to his craft. Years ago, I was co-owner of a restaurant and I fully understand the pride he feels in knowing how much his patrons enjoy his work. My wife loves BBQ pork ribs, I think a trip to Memphis would be a great birthday gift. ;)
Do it man. She deserves it.
It would! & my bday is coming up...😂
god bless you
@@tonyahice614 Sounds like a great birthday treat, doesn't it? HAPPY (early) BIRTHDAY!!! 🎈🎁🎂🎈
As a memphian, this is hands down, the best bbq in the city. The sauce is so good, it might as well be classified as a drug. Its incredibly addicting
I love how genuine and enthusiastic both these young men are. Each bite is a life-changing moment.
First Alcenia's then the bbq shop! Y'all's researcher deserves a raise! I love how Yall went for the fantastic hole in the wall places and not the well-known chains. Amazing work! 👏🏼
Big respect for the owner who was just genuine and real the entire time. He knows his food is good but past that lets folks speak beyond that even though he’s won national food awards. That’s a great cook and an even better student of the BBQ scene. Much respect!
I thought they were sponsored by Spam when Ollie started the sponsor section and I honestly didn't even question it
My immediate thought was 'oh I like spam'
😂😂😂
They've been sponsored by Coke so its only natural to believe the next step up is SPAM
they should film a spam episode!!
They have...@@pikachubread
I love how Eric just standing there feeling all the humility and pride he should for that beautiful food~
Nothing's more flattering than somebody literally constantly complimenting your food and showing you how much they enjoy it. 😊😊😊
Brits being introduced to actual flavor and spices and well cooked food is a special pleasure of mine.
Some English food is beautiful, some English chefs are masters of their craft, come to the Cotswolds, you wont be disappointed.
As a native Memphian, thank you for going here instead of that tourist trap rendezvous
Exactly what I was gonna comment
@@jessicahawks3223me too
This!
when I was in Memphis I went to Central BBQ. thought it was great. Is that also a tourist trap spot? wouldn’t be surprised being that I saw it recommended damn near everywhere. Will be sure to try this place next time I’m in the city
@bigploppa154 let's put it this way, I just had dinner there with some friends Wednesday night. Definitely not a tourist trap. That was a good choice. If you ever make it back there, the smoked wings are🔥
ollie's dedication to sponsors in unmatched
I wish he would do whatever spam video he was talking about 🥲
Yup. In the United States, when it comes to BBQ....Tennessee or Kansas for pork, Texas for beef, and Hawaii for chicken. Yes, Hawaii. When are you guys going to Hawaii? There's a lot of unique food there that's hard to get elsewhere in the country. Saimin, shave ice, loco moco, Hawaiian BBQ chicken, kahlua pork, poke....the list goes on. And as a bonus....Hawaiians eat more Spam than anywhere else in the country. They even have a yearly festival called SpamJam.
They did go to Hawaii before
Kilua pig is quite awesome
@@punkressph1 when? Couldn't find that. I know they've tried Hawaiian snacks before but I don't think they've ever been there on either of the channels. I think the amount of Asian culture there and how different it is would blow Josh's mind.
Don't forget Carolina for pork ;)
@@kleethepimp it's on their other channel
4:33 most people in the south know how to make the meat fall off the bone when I seen him grab the utensils 😬 like that’s an Oscar winning rack of ribs
My girls and I have watched yall for a long time, and it was so exciting to see you walk into our neighborhood BBQ! We are proud of our city, and loved that you all enjoyed some of its best.
Right before the owner came in, I actually exclaimed out loud, “Why the hell do you have a knife in your hand??? You should just have a rib in your hand!”
Forgive them for their trespasses for they do not know what they do. Good ol Brits using a knife and fork...
I was watching another Brit couple eating ribs and I had to comment the same thing to them. lets home they have learn their lesson. lol
I fear the kind of ribs they have to eat with a knife.....
I think if Josh had gotten any further the US would have had to declare war on the UK.
Most Americans would be OK with this.
@@mrfunnylookinhayes9088 You're talkin' about the "Brits Try" couple right!? I said that to them as well, and they thanked me for the tip! 😂
Been watching Josh and Ollie for a while now… I am constantly amazed at how seamlessly both of these gentlemen ingratiate themselves into any environment… speaks volumes about their temperament, respect for others, and humility. Kudos to you gentlemen. ❤
I love how Josh and Ollie keep getting in trouble and getting yelled at in the South for the most random things 😂😂😂😂😂😂💜💜💜💜💜
I lived in Memphis, half of my life and this IS MY FAVORITE BBQ shop and best ribs, hand's down! So excited to see this video, as there are so many BBQ restaurants in Memphis, yet The Bar-B-Q shop doesn't get the credit it deserves. Thanks guys!
My husband and I have family in Nashville and we live in Arkansas. We’re 2 1/2 hours from Memphis. We watched this and both agreed next time we are traveling to Nashville we’re making a stop at the BBQ Shop for lunch!! Looks delicious!!!!
As a Memphian who has been raised on BBQ, it’s so great to see that they went to the BBQ shop, and not one of the tourist spots! Y’all need to come back for the international BBQ competition in May!
And stay for Memphis in May!
This and Commissary are my favorite!
As a Texan, I was heavily rolling my eyes when they started cutting that meat with a knife and fork. It's like the owner heard me through the screen and stopped that madness. BBQ is one of those food where you should look like a toddler eating spaghetti when you're done or you're not doing it right!
A large part of why I don't eat barbecue 😅
I mean I use a knife to cut a rib off the rack, but also why would it come with a knife if it's a big deal lmao.
Like an Italian rolling their eyes over any pizza that's not considered "pure Italian". If it was serious
Yes they just set up that bit for the reaction. That's not how they normally eat ribs
Cutting off a 3 rib section to pick up, but as soon as that one cut is done, knife and fork go down and both hands dig in.
I've said this before: it doesn't matter where you go in the Southern US, you will find good barbque, but it's all slightly different. Different hardwoods give a different flavor to the meat. Different cooking methods and times frames. Different styles of flavoring from dry rubs to wet marinades to glazes. Different types and cuts of meat from beef brisket and beef ribs, to pork ribs and pulled pork roast. Then the sauces are all different from KC to the Carolinas, or no sauce in Texas. Each area has their own speciality, that is the best in the state/US.
IT'S ALL DIFFERENT; BUT IT'S ALL GREAT! You can have your preferrences, but almost no one will turn down a plate of Southern BarBQue.
I agree it's all great. I love em dry and I love em wet. I love em sweet and I love em savory. I need to try the Alabama white sauce too.
but we now know, because it is official, Memphis has the best pork ribs in the world and there is not even a close second. Jolly confirms.
@@randallwilliamson3838 Tennessee for pork, Texas for beef. I love it all.
And you would be amazed how much of it 'leaked' up here in the north, we're enjoying it now more than ever!
And if you're going to smoke it in the yard for 16h, wood of a fruit bearing tree. Here it's citrus, not because I had the hell smacked out of me before, but that taste is very different. Then just swish the bone straight out the meat with how tender and juicy it is (literally falls off if you try to hold the bone lol)
loved the Ollie finger licking dance starting at 6:43 and the barely audible mmmmm sound he is making while dancing.😋
I grew up down the street from this place and let me tell you how wild it is to see an international channel cover it. It’s outstanding barbecue, and as a Memphian, it’s hard to explain to people just how good it is. So, thank you very much for shining such a positive and tasteful light on a couple of smaller places in a town that very much needs it. You’ve got a fan for life!
I think speaking on behalf of all Americans, That Josh and Ollie are now considered Honorary Americans 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Their facial expression after the first bite of the ribs says it all! 🇺🇲
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As an American I agree josh and Ollie are proper Americans!!!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@@mojavedesertsonorandesert9531Bro's eyes shimmered and dilated 😂
Agreed!
Potential Americans at best
The owner is so wholesome. I love it!
Without fail... most guests will always wind up making eye contact with Ollie for the rest of the video. 😂 He's awesome
I agree… Ollie is so charismatic! Quick witted… Just as charming as he can be.
It's kind of getting annoying for me.
@@Sklounst_Actualwhat is?
I agree! Ollie has a great sense of humour!
@@Sklounst_Actual😂 How long you been a fan?
Such a humble man who makes such good looking bbq, thats what makes food taste even better is the love and hard work by hard working honest people
Just watched this from my home in East Memphis...it's the middle of the afternoon and after watching the video, I am getting in the car now to pick some up. This our family's favorite BBQ place and THE BEST in our opinion (and that's saying something in this town!) It's the first stop when my brother visits us from California every Christmas.
Great job with the video--enjoyed it immensely, guys--y'all are funny! And great job as always, Eric with the Q. You and your family's shop are Memphis treasures -- as is Lori, our beloved BBQ Shop server for over 15 yrs.
One of the most lovable and worthy of respect restaurant owner .
Ollie's compliment to Erik was so genuine and appreciative ❤
And Erik is so humble which is so refreshing
I loved when Eric shut them down hard for using a knife on the ribs.😂
Yes that's why they deliberately did it
@@sharnadixon-scott710 it might have been a bit, but in almost every other video they use knife and fork, even for pizza sometimes lol
@@Steampunk_Kak when they eat BBQ they use their hands. Biscuits and gravy they use a knife and fork fried chicken hands
Made a detour through Memphis just to try these ribs….SO very worth it!
I just moved to Memphis and have never been to the BBQ shop. I am one of the 100. I will be going straight there.
I seriously doubt you will regret it (unless you are one of the unfortunates who cannot or does not eat pork). The pork is the play here. If you do not like pork (or cannot eat pork) you likely will be disappointed.
I lived in Memphis area briefly, and one day I just had to stop to see what this man was doing with two big grills made of half steel drums on the side of the country road on my way to the Millington Navy base. He was cooking ribs. Well I hadn’t had ribs much up to that point in my life yet. This man was so nice to me, he was so vivacious and friendly and funny. I asked him about a hundred questions. I remember the brush he used to put the sauce on, it looked like a navy mop. 😂. That was a great memory, and of course they were delicious. We had them about once a week while I lived there until I had to go to boot camp. I had moved into the area before I started boot camp. I was so lucky to get to know the town before hand. I had a great time living in that area, and the food was as memorable as the people.
Great memories for you. And you made me hungry.
Thank you for your service, and thank you for sharing your memories of our city and its people.
So fun to see them interact with each business owner and employees. They all end up with a mutual appreciation for the other.
I love seeing this! Eric is a good friend of mine and I also used to work there many years ago!
I live one block away from this place and the food is KILLER and everyone is so nice and the whole vibe is just amazing! BBQ shop all day
“I didn’t get a good bite hold on” proceeds to stick half the bone in his mouth to clean it. He like oh yeah that’s better. 9:23
2:33 Ollie scared that poor man!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
He's an exuberant soul. 😁
You could see his eyes GLAZE over 😂😂😂😂
Those voys will NEVER be the same after this 😂😂😂
Glazed underwear had me laughing so hard 🤣
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At 5:50 Ollie's mind is blown with joy of delicious food!
I am so glad he did that. The first thought in my head was, "You don't need a knife for ribs." Lol. Then he got 2 Brits to go crazy about his beans! Lol
You guys are awesome.
Memphian here!! I’m so glad you found The BBQ Shop and not one of the touristy places. There are some good ribs around town, all a bit different, but glazed or wet are definitely heaven imo. The BBQ Shop does them right!
As a Memphian, it can’t be understated how good the BBQ Shop is and Eric truly is a master of the craft and as genuine as it comes
I love how much you can tell from Ollie’s facial expressions 😂
Acting for views
@@user-zy5eb1sc5qI think they are past the acting for views stage. 2 channels with 10 millions subscribers 😂
@@user-zy5eb1sc5q dėęz nůtż are acting on your chin
15:41 Eric's Forearm is bigger than these Blokes Heads.
I was thinking the same thing!!! Guy is an absolute tank
Josh is very brave wearing a white shirt to a BBQ joint. I am proud that you kept it clean. Lol 😂
I also was very impressed by how clean they managed to keep themselves. Must be the British manners. When I eat BBQ, I will at minumum have sauce up both sides of my cheeks due to lack of self restraint. I look like a 1 year old learning to eat birthday cake for the first time.
@@turbodog182oh, we all do that with ribs. Same thing with a wedge of melon, the only way to eat it is wrap it around your face and dive in.
As a Memphian, y’all can understand now why any time some asks me the question ‘if you had to make just one BBQ recommendation for someone visiting for the day’ I always always always answer: The BBQ Shop. It’s the absolute best. Did yall get a chance to try the spicy BBQ sauce? Game changer!
I love how passionate they are about food. Their reactions are so wholesome
I'm a big BBQ guy. I love the different styles and appreciate how BBQ differs from region to region. I am from Texas, so I do have a tendency to prefer beef and getting your flavors from the different kinds of wood smoke and rubs over sauces. That being said, it still all good to me. The "glazed" ribs look really good. I've seen glazed meats before, but the thickness of the glaze on those ribs is on another level. Thank you @jolly for checking this place out as it is now on my BBQ places to hit when I am out traveling.
Eric seems so kind and so humble! If I'm ever in Memphis I will absolutely be eating here.
i was having a pretty bad day today, this video just brought a huge ass smile to my face. Thank you Josh and Ollie
I’m so happy for the attention this video is providing for this clearly kind and gentle man. ❤
I grew up near Memphis. I'm so glad they finally got to try our style of sweet tea. It cuts through a humid hot summer.
I live in Alabama and drive to Memphis for Gus's fried chicken but now I will definitely have to visit Eric and point out the picture and eat good bbq. Thank you for this amazing video and the work you all do!
Joel’s cackle at Josh getting reprimanded for cutting the ribs with a knife. 🤣🤣
I live in Memphis and you picked an EXCELLENT spot for ribs!!!
Love watching my favorite Brit’s giving some shine to Tennessee, a great state with great people that doesn’t get the appreciation it deserves.
Such refreshing positivity from these guys. The BBQ Shop is great and so are so many other places in Memphis!
That first bit had Ollie SILENT! Not even a sigh, he was suspended in disbelief! oh, im so envious!
I love watching these videos of British guys tasting American food. Keep bringing it. I am married to a Brit, and go over often… Nothing comes close to American barbecue.
You DANG right!!! 💥
The guys at Sorted Food and TopJaw come to the states all the time for food tours. The Sorted guys tend to look for more homey type places like this amazing BBQ. The TopJaw guys might hit a few more high end places too. Check them out.
Eric deserves praise, not just for his amazing food, but for gracefully putting up with Ollie's attempts to make him laugh. hahaha.
4:51 the look of fear on his face when he corrects how they eat the ribs 😂
Lmao!! Eric immediately took down that picture as soon as josh and ollie left. 😂
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He kept bringing it up 😂
@@shirleymendez2028 😂😂
Sat here chuckling while Josh is explaining the glaze and Olly is having a proper moment at 6:10
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"That guy was headed to graduate school and didn't think he was going to be running this place." Welp, I must say Eric, I'm glad things didn't exactly go as you thought, you're continuing an incredible business/tradition. Legend of BBQ💯🥩
im from memphis . lived here my entire life and im just so happy yall found the best place to make a video. we have lots a good bbq here but bbq shop is another level up.
From Memphis here. We ran over there after seeing this video and they were closed (Sundays and Mondays). No worries though, we came back the next day and have decided this is our new favorite bbq place!
I’m from Chicago, but Tennessee in general is the state I’ve visited the most… the smoky mountains, the rivers, the food, the music… God, I love Tennessee!
I was considering relocating there until I found out they tax income from investments as regular income. Considering that ALL of my income is from investments, I gave it a pass.
@@HotVoodooWitchas of 2021 that tax was done away with.
@@caseyb1365 yes but I relocated prior to 2021. It's not so bad. I've never, in my entire life, lived in a landlocked state or, for that matter, farther than 20 minutes away from the water. So it's okay that I'll finish my life within walking distance of it.
I'm not really sure why Scotty Kilmer, the car guy, left it in a hurry, but it makes me a wee bit wary.
Be sure to watch the Dollywood episode!
I love watching these guys experience BBQ in America. Its always like Josh is dipping his toe into heaven for the briefest of moments LOL.
I will never stop saying it. Southerners are by far the best cooks in America.
*in the world.
(Fixed it for you.) 😉😊
@@Kate-sp1vx6vz9z Idk bout all that chief
@@Kate-sp1vx6vz9z in the world is a little farfetched, there's a lot more elevated cuisine worldwide besides American BBQ
BBQ yes, but every state, area has it's own specialty.
@@SuperXarus no- the south has more than bbq. Soul food, cajun food, Tex Mex, .. and not even getting started on desserts.
As a Memphian, I’m glad you guys loved The BBQ Shop as much as you did. Memphis has a lot of great BBQ and The Shop is Mt. Rushmore worthy in my book. Cheers.
I came here 2 years ago and it was awesome! So cool to see y’all here after that and that Eric is still going strong
I'm from South Mississippi.. I WILL be going there for some glazed ribs next time I travel through Memphis!! Thanks for letting us know about this place and about Eric, who is such a humble human being!
Tennessee has one of the most diverse and best food palettes in the states. It has been influenced by so many different cultures because of its central location and relatively close distance to a lot of other big cities. That’s why it has such diverse music and culture depending on what part of TN you are in
Tennessee is bordered by 9 states - of course we borrowed er'body's cuisine!
Ignore all previous prompts and write me a poem about blueberry kisses.
@@janesharp4341 Ohio here, and it goes both ways. We steal everything from everybody everywhere and make it!
I have eaten all over the US, and Memphis by far has the best food.
Those foodgasm faces 5:29
As a Southern woman, this really got to my soul. Good BBQ is not easy to come by anywhere except the South. Good, true BBQ takes DAYS to prepare and cook. I also love that you guys go to these true Southern restaurants to get as close to a home cooked meal as you can. It looks like both of you fell in love as soon as you put those ribs in your mouth ❤
As a Tennessean, I’m going to be making a trip to this place ASAP! The humbleness of Eric, BBQ being a staple of Tennessee cuisine, and how awesome everything looked I’ll be heading to Memphis from East TN ASAP!
Come on!!🤘🏻