Clarksville, the gateway to Middle Tennessee, bridges the best of old Southern barbecue tradition and new, military-influenced tastes (thanks to nearby Fort Campbell).
You’ll find tomato-based sauces here, but also tangy vinegars and dry rubs that respect Memphis just west down the interstate.
Bonus points for killer sides—Clarksville’s BBQ spots take their collards, beans, and ‘nana pudding seriously…