Only the Best

Welcome to Captain John’s Barbecue

901-853-8004

One of the treasures of historic Collierville, Captain John’s Barbecue was established in 1974 and is proud to continue serving up the best old style, pit-smoked barbecue steeped in tradition with love for the community. A trip to Captain John’s is a refreshing break from the hustle and bustle of Collierville today. Come on by for a meal or take home a family pack to enjoy.

Captain John’s Barbecue
106 US Highway 72 East
Collierville, TN 38017

Specials

Our Weekly Specials

Monday

Philly Cheesesteak

Philly Cheesesteak with freshly sliced top sirloin steak, grilled onions and bell peppers. Includes your choice of two side orders plus a free drink

$7.99

Tuesday

Jumbo Barbecue Sandwich Plate

Jumbo Barbecue Sandwich Plate. Includes jumbo barbecue sandwich, two side items of your choice, and a free drink

$7.99

Wednesday

Barbecue Dinner Plate

Barbecue Dinner Plate. Includes three side orders and a drink

$8.99

Thursday

Cheeseburger Plate

Cheeseburger plate. Juicy 5 oz burger dressed with choice of condiments plus two side orders and a drink.

$6.99

Friday

Catfish Plate

Catfish (Friday only) with your choice of side orders and a drink.

$8.99

Saturday

Chef’s Choice

Saturday’s special is the chef’s choice.

Varies

Testimonials

What People are Saying

“Tasty pork BBQ!”

“Tasty pork BBQ! The best crunchiest onion rings, perfectly fried, not oily. Same with the fries. And the seating area is really clean and well kept. Love the old advertising art on the walls. Good deals with daily specials too.”

Gina Lowers

“Catfish is AWESOME”

“I can go any day of the week and the staff is great. On Fridays it is catfish night and it is AWESOME. The restaurant staff is friendly and courteous. I will be back again and again and again.”

Courtney Shore

“BBQ Flavor is great”

“BBQ flavor is great. The portions are very generous. Family owned and run, and they are very kind. Same great experience over multiple visits.”

GSD GTA

“Always excellent”

“I’ve never had a restaurant be so kind, they went out of their way to apologize for the longer wait (that really wasn’t bad) and the food is always excellent!”

Walter White

Hours of Operation

MON – THU
10:00am – 9:00pm

FRI – SAT
10:00am – 10:00pm

SUN
We are closed

Give Us A Shout

Don’t be shy. Let us know if you have any questions!

Hours of Operation

MON – THU
10:00am – 9:00pm

FRI – SAT
10:00am – 10:00pm

SUN
We are closed

Give Us A Shout

Don’t be shy. Let us know if you have any questions!

Captain John's Barbecue

Collierville, TN

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Our Story

Captain John’s Story

One of the treasures of historic Collierville, Captain John’s Barbecue was established in 1974 and is proud to continue serving up the best old style, pit-smoked barbecue – steeped in tradition with love for the community.

Originally opened as Coleman’s BBQ in 1973, the name may have changed, but the way of doing things has stayed the same. When the restaurant was purchased by Ron and Linda Johnson over 25 years ago, they continued the old style pit-smoking their customers loved. Now operated by their son Shane, a trip to Captain John’s is a refreshing break from the hustle and bustle of Collierville today.

With most of the staff having worked at Captain John’s for 6-30 years, it’s a guarantee you’ll be greeted with a friendly face and the best barbecue in town.