Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

Vestavia Hills, AL · Barbecue restaurant

Rating
4.3/5
★★★★☆ 4.3
Reviews
20
Rank in Vestavia Hills
#24
of 73 restaurants
City Percentile
40%
rating percentile
Address
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint, 3029 Pump House Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
Phone
(205) 715-8999
Website
www.martinsbbqjoint.com/birmingham-alabama?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=Yext
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint is a restaurant located in Vestavia Hills, AL. It is one of 73 restaurants listed in Vestavia Hills. Its 4.3-star rating matches the Vestavia Hills city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

West Tennessee’s legendary whole-hog BBQ tradition is the cornerstone of Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint. Pat Martin learned the art and craft of West Tennessee-style smoke and meat 25 years ago in the tiny town of Henderson, TN before making Nashville his... More

Hours

Saturday11 AM–9 PM
Sunday11 AM–9 PM
Monday11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday11 AM–9 PM
Thursday11 AM–9 PM
Friday11 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Eve · Jan 2026

First time coming here and it was great! Fast service and friendly staff had the catfish with potato salad and green beans. (Potato salad is not sweet which 10/10) and brisket nachos with wings. Will definitely be coming back. Comparable to Moes bbq in my opinion so definitely family friendly and could easily be a regular go to spot.

★★★★★ 5.0 Who Is She · Nov 2025

I’m not a huge barbecue fan, especially after having a bad BBQ experience earlier this week but Martin’s completely changed my mind! From the moment we sat down, everything was just right. Braxton, our bartender/server, was exactly what this place needed he set the tone for our whole night. I told him I wasn’t really in the mood for anything and just wanted something to uplift me, and he said say less. Whatever drink he made completely turned my mood around. I forgot I was even sad or stressed! We were indecisive with the menu (because everything sounded good), but Braxton walked us through it and made great suggestions for first-timers. We ended up getting the catfish tacos and let me tell you, I need about five of them next time! Perfectly seasoned, flavorful, and balanced. The wings w

★★★★★ 5.0 JB · Sep 2025

1st visit & we loved it! Had never heard of this restaurant & my mother-in-law today us to join her for lunch. I ordered the Big Brother Sampler which consists of 2 big portions of meats & 2 sides. This is definitely a meal for 2 people, but I have leftovers to treat myself later. Brisket was the most tender that I've had from a restaurant. Ribs were so tender that it drooped over when holding it. We got an order of smoked wings & they were great. I wish that the meats had a little more seasoning on them. Fries were very delicious & appreciate the fact that they are made from scratch. Baked beans ....I didn't see a Google review about them, but let me tell you now....they were perfect! Smokey, sweet, & peppery with chunks of brisket. We will definitely glue back again for another visit to

★★★★★ 5.0 Sam Keske · Nov 2025

Great local barbecue institution! Big portions of smoked meat and sweet or savory sides. Good range of local beer styles. Plenty of indoor and patio space. Two parking lots accessible from adjoining streets.

★★★★★ 5.0 Marti Garza · Nov 2025

Delicious bbq at a reasonable price. Good selection of draft beers. Had the smoked chicken quarter with broccoli salad and a cornbread hoecake. Will definitely come back and try the rest of the meats - pork, beef, sausage and ribs - as well as some of the other beers on tap.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Outdoor Seating ✓ Curbside Pickup ✓ No Contact Delivery ✓ Delivery ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Fast Service ✓ Great Beer Selection ✓ Great Cocktails ✓ Serves Local Specialty ✓ Sports ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance

Services

Barbecue restaurant

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