Blake’s BBQ- BLAKE'S at SOUTHERN MILLING - Restaurant in Martin - 109 S Lindell St, USA

June 2022: Not the first time I’ve enjoyed BBQ from Blake, just the first time in his new digs Blake’s At Southern Milling. The renovations done here are incredible and the décor is impressive, LOVED the etched glass behind the bar and the upstairs is beautiful. Sat at the bar and Avery took excellent care of me, got me something to drink, and put in my order for the Run of the Mill platter. Everything…and I mean everything was delicious and cooked to perfection. Blake’s Texas training pedigree for smoking meats is evident in what he serves. The brisket has a nice pepper to the bark and great smoke, the pulled pork is moist and tender without being mushy, the medallions of smoked turkey are at that perfect point of moist but firm, and the ribs just fall off the bone. They crumble the seasoned crackers onto the Mac & Cheese…excellent use of existing and new, and of course the pimento cheese is the bomb!!! I did try the Lemon Blueberry Cobbler with Honey Lemon sauce and it was gone after the first bite…no pictures available…LOL I love desserts that have great flavor but are not overly sweet and this was a great balance between the two. Congratulations Blake on your new place…impressive!!! May 2021: I’ve been following Blake’s BBQ in Martin, TN for over a year now, so I made the 3-hour trek out there. The menu has all of the “standards” when you come to a BBQ place like this and they were kind enough to put together a sampler platter. The meat selection was General Tso Glazed Pork Ribs, Regular Pork Ribs, Pulled Pork, Brisket, and Smoked Turkey. For sides went with the Potato Salad, Deviled Eggs, Cole Slaw, and Pimento Cheese w/crackers (this is a MUST HAVE side item). I am extremely impressed with the quality and flavors of the meats served. Seriously…everything was perfectly prepared, lightly seasoned, and served moist and tender. You experienced just the right amount of smoke flavor and the seasoning on all of the meats, like the slight heat experienced on the General Tso ribs. Pulled pork is not normally a favorite of mine, but this was the best I have ever tasted. The brisket was tender and the peppered bark heat really made a difference. The variety of sauces were a great compliment to the meats and ranged from sweet to spicy. When it comes to sides, Blake hits the mark with everything selected. The potato salad had a hint of ranch in it, the slaw was very different and loved the sweetness. The homemade pimento cheese with smoked/seasoned saltine crackers…INCREDIBLE!!! Blake and the ladies in the trailer took great care of me and made me feel welcome. I’ve enjoyed dining at some of the best BBQ places in Texas, and Blake’s BBQ is well worth the drive to experience some exceptional BBQ talent and great food.

Awesome food. The best brisket I’ve ever had outside of Texas, and up there with the best IN Texas. It’s ran by great, friendly folks. You can’t go wrong.

Met Blake through the fraternity in College. He has always had a passion for cooking for people. Living in Memphis I like to make the journey up to Blake’s BBQ to get a platter of his bbq. It is always well worth the drive. Some of the best BBQ around. If you’re near Martin, I would make the stop to get some of his food.

As a KCBS certified BBQ judge, I know good BBQ. I’m a Texas BBQ aficionado and Blake’s in Martin, TN is doing Texas BBQ proud. I’d imagine the folks in NW Tennessee have no idea just how lucky they are to have a young, passionate Pitmaster like Blake bringing a taste of beef to a usually pork-centric area. The brisket (the heart of Texas BBQ) was delightful, with a peppery bark that any Pitmaster would envy. The ribs were beautifully cooked with a lovely savory flavor, the seasoning not overpowering the meat. The beans and sausage were both solid and the mild and Alabama white sauces were nice. But the “kum back” sauce was an absolute star, a completely unexpected surprise that paired wonderfully with the brisket and ribs.

Texas BBQ in Tennessee!!! Yes Sir! Best brisket I have ever ate!

I have eaten from here many times, and I love the BBQ. Prices are reasonable, and the food is awesome! If you want Texas style brisket, this is the place to get it, and sausage is hard to find at local BBQ places. They do an awesome job. This is my first stop in Martin for BBQ.

Blake’s outdone himself! This place is incredible with some of the best meats around. Give it a try! You won’t be disappointed.

Not only are Blake and his staff super friendly, but they also make sure to get you your order quickly! Blake’s food is made with love and tastes better than any BBQ you’ve had so far in your lifetime. His establishment is definitely one to not miss when you’re in Martin, TN! Don’t forget to try some of their homemade desserts!