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The Rendezvous
52 S 2nd St
Memphis, Tennessee 38103
TN
https://hogsfly.com/
Nearby University: Emory University
Approximate distance from Emory University: More than 10 miles
Description:
For over 75 years, the Vergos family has been serving their signature dry rub ribs in a basement through a downtown alley across from the Peabody Hotel. And while the world outside has changed considerably, very little has changed in that magical basement.
If you could only eat one item on the menu:
PORK RIBS & SHOULDER
Menu:
What type of entrees are available:
Pork, Chicken, Fish/Seafood, Vegetarian-friendly options, Ribs, Sausage, Lamb riblets
For traditional (“Southern”) barbecue restaurants: What type(s) of sauces are available?
Red/Tomato
Other:
Locally owned