Discover the Authentic Taste of Tennessee at Exit 87 BBQ Catering
Nestled conveniently along the thoroughfare at 2049 Hwy 70 E in Jackson, Tennessee, Exit 87 BBQ Catering stands as a genuine testament to the rich, smoky traditions of Southern barbecue. More than just a place to eat, Exit 87 represents a commitment to time-honored cooking methods, where flavor is built slowly, deliberately, and with passion. For locals and travelers passing through the 38305 zip code, this establishment offers an experience that goes beyond the plate; it’s an immersion into the heart of Tennessee culinary culture.
In a region famous for its distinct barbecue styles, Exit 87 has carved out a reputation based on consistency and quality. We understand that great barbecue is not simply about applying heat; it’s about the careful selection of wood, the precise management of temperature, and the patience required to transform simple ingredients into something truly memorable. Our dedication to the craft ensures that every bite delivers the deep, complex flavors that barbecue aficionados seek out.
Whether you are planning a large event, seeking corporate catering, or simply craving an authentic meal, Exit 87 BBQ Catering is equipped to deliver excellence. We pride ourselves on being a cornerstone of the Jackson community, providing delicious, hearty meals that bring people together. Our location makes us easily accessible, serving as a perfect pit stop or a reliable partner for your next gathering.
Key Highlights of the Exit 87 BBQ Experience
What sets Exit 87 BBQ Catering apart in the competitive landscape of Tennessee barbecue? It is the combination of tradition, quality ingredients, and dedicated service that defines our operation. Here are a few aspects that consistently draw praise from our patrons:
Slow-Smoked Perfection: Our commitment to traditional, low-and-slow smoking techniques is non-negotiable. We utilize quality wood sources that impart a signature smokiness to our meats, ensuring tenderness and depth of flavor that cannot be rushed. This meticulous process is the foundation of our entire menu.
Focus on Quality Meats: We believe the best barbecue starts with the best raw materials. We prioritize sourcing high-quality cuts of meat, which are then expertly seasoned with our proprietary rubs. This careful preparation ensures that the natural taste of the protein shines through the smoky exterior.
Catering Versatility: While we serve the community daily, our catering services are designed to handle events of any size. From intimate family gatherings to large corporate functions across Jackson and surrounding areas, we bring the full barbecue experience directly to your location, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional taste.
Authentic Southern Sides: Barbecue is incomplete without its supporting cast. Our selection of classic Southern sides is prepared fresh daily, complementing the richness of the smoked meats. These traditional accompaniments are crafted with the same care and attention to detail as our main offerings.
Our location at 2049 Hwy 70 E is more than just an address; it is a destination for those who appreciate genuine American barbecue. We strive to maintain an atmosphere that is welcoming, reflecting the hospitality for which Tennessee is known. When you choose Exit 87, you are choosing a culinary partner dedicated to making your meal or event a resounding success.
A Commitment to Flavor and Community
At Exit 87 BBQ Catering, we view our role as custodians of a cherished culinary tradition. Every rack of ribs, every pulled pork sandwich, and every side dish carries the legacy of Southern cooking forward. We are deeply rooted in the Jackson community, and our success is intrinsically linked to the satisfaction of our neighbors and visitors.
We invite you to experience the difference that dedication makes. Whether you are stopping by for a quick, satisfying lunch or engaging our catering services for a major celebration, you can expect nothing less than the finest barbecue Tennessee has to offer. Exit 87 BBQ Catering is ready to serve you the authentic taste you’ve been searching for, right here in Jackson.
Come visit us at 2049 Hwy 70 E, Jackson, TN 38305, United States, and let the aroma of perfectly smoked meat guide you to your next favorite meal. We look forward to sharing our passion for barbecue with you.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Outdoor seating
Kerbside pickup
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Drive-through
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Serves local specialty
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Comfort food
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Quiet
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed outside
Menus
Breakfast
Sausage Egg & CheeseUS$5.00
Chicken Egg & CheeseUS$7.00
Bologna Egg & CheeseUS$5.00
Egg & CheeseUS$4.00
Lunch/Dinner
BBQ Sandwich - RegularUS$5.00
BBQ Sandwich - JumboUS$7.00
BBQ PlateUS$12.00
BBQ Family PackUS$32.00
Super Family PackUS$42.00
Ribs - Whole rackUS$34.00
Ribs - 1/2 rackUS$17.00
Rib PlateUS$15.00
Rib Plate - 1/2 rackUS$20.00
Rib SandwichUS$10.00
Two Meat PlateUS$20.00
Grilled Chicken SandwichUS$7.00
Grilled Chicken Sandwich PlateUS$10.00
BBQ Bologna SandwichUS$5.00
Beef Hot DogUS$4.00
Slaw DogUS$5.00
Chili DogUS$5.00
Potato DogUS$5.00
Bowl of ChiliUS$4.00
NachosUS$6.00
BBQ NachosUS$12.00
Chicken NachosUS$12.00
Chili Cheese NachosUS$12.00
Soft Drinks - BottlesUS$2.00
Water - BottleUS$1.00
ChipsUS$1.00
Small SidesUS$3.00
Large SidesUS$5.00
8 pk BunsUS$3.00
12 pk BunsUS$5.00
Extra Sauce - SmallUS$1.00
CheescakeUS$3.00
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Reviews Exit 87 Bbq Catering
chris hanks
06-06-2026
Came across this on my cb in the truck I was stopping at love's anyway so I have it a shot. The sauce tasted like what I make at home so I had high hopes. The ribs were great if I knit pick I had a tiny piece of silver skin on the back of … More
Tatiana Hoover
24-05-2026
Such a unique experience! The food was plentiful and hot and came out quickly. Very nice ladies working the cart. Lots of truckers stopping by and we met some very nice travelers! There are picnic tables where one can enjoy their meal. … More
Doug
11-05-2026
Welp, this is good. We walked up to order and the gal said they were out of brisket and chicken but had beef hotdogs, fried baloney and pulled pork. Dad and I had the pulled pork with slaw and potato salad. She asked if I wanted to tip and … More
Preston Williams
08-05-2026
My experience was good. Has truck parking so truckers are welcome. Food was delicious. Definitely coming back to try more of the menu items. They deserve 10 out of 5 stars. Definitely worth the prices. More
ProPain
16-04-2026
I'm born and raised and from Texas, I know great barbecue. This place rocks. And they have truck parking that's easy to get in and out of and laid out like somebody with a brain did it. I hope I come through here again and often, will be stopping here every time. Brisket plate with two sides came out to 17$ even and I tipped 5$ on top of that and honestly wish I could've tipped more. My singular only tiny complaint is the sauce, while pretty dang good, didn't have any heat to it but I'm a big time spicy food guy so I mixed in some scorpion tabasco and it came out great.
Whoever put this place here is a saint.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Parking space
Plenty of parking
AFRIKA A
07-02-2026
The service was quick as hell. This is a nice little barbecue area. There’s outside seating in a truck parking lot. The barbecue ribs is fall off the bone delicious I got some pulled pork that was also nice juicy and tender. My only complaint would be not enough sauce. I got three ramekins of sauce that were all half full. The sauce is good though not too spicy and just enough kick. Potato salad is nice but the barbecue chicken is just grilled chicken breast. I thought it was actual bird. The ribs are the star of this barbecue spot. They were also out of mac & cheese when I got there so that must sell out pretty quickly. If it was born in chicken and gave me mac & cheese and full ramekins of sauce, I’ll give it a five star.
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Tatayana Williams
08-01-2026
As a truck driver that’s tired of eating the same things, I’ve decided to try some different. Maybe it was my taste buds or maybe this place is not for me. The food was awful. Everything has a spice to it. I got rib plate with baked beans … More
Ilya D
24-12-2025
GREAT SPOT!
Great bbq, great service, great pricing/value!
Chili cheese dog was massive and so good. … More
Troy Becker
27-11-2025
First off please realize it's a stationary food truck with an attached carport so you can order out of the elements. I ordered a large pulled pork sandwich and a chilli cheese dog (I know they don't go together but I hadn't had one in a … More
Jeremy Jones
18-11-2025
Some of the best barbecue I've eaten over 15 years driving across the United States I stopped here every time family meals never disappoint plenty of food always excellent would have given a 6 star if I could More
Edward Soto
14-11-2025
The flavor here may just not be for me but I assumed when I got the sweet sauce there would not be heat with it but that and vinegar is what I tasted. The chicken was a bit dry, maybe if was just the lunch rush. Not a fan of nacho cheese sauce used on my Mac n cheese so take this review as you will, this place may have just not been for me. I will say with certainly the price was high, 20 bucks for a plate so I won't be trying anything else here
Food: 1
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3
Di “DVaz6” Va
06-11-2025
Nice little set up across the street from the love's truck stop.
They were out of chicken, brisket and mac n cheese at 4pm so I didn't order … More
Michael Morgan
03-11-2025
I’m glad I finally got to stop by and try out there Bbq it was pretty good I am glad I stopped in the day time because if you’re going to try to swing by in the evening and eat and take your break be aware that the leaches of the Trucking … More
Joseph Richard
22-10-2025
The sausage, egg and cheese is amazing. Don't believe the old sign. They open at 0400. The food is outstanding and plenty of truck parking. More
Stephen McGlinchey
11-10-2025
I’m from Michigan and travel often around the country for work. I got the regular pulled pork sandwich with a side of Mac and cheese. Man, that pulled pork was done perfectly and the spicy sauce had just the right kick to it. Not burning … More
Be'Be' Boling (Be'Be')
26-09-2025
1st time here and it won't be the last! You know, some of the best food comes from a hole in the wall! This is no exception! The BBQ is divine!! Large portions and good value. Staff was friendly. There are picnic tables outside. It does get dusty from traffic. Car/truck/RV parking. "Be a Beacon of light so others can find their way. Safe and happy travels!" Be'Be'
Service
Take out
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Pulled Pork BBQ Plate
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Don Dada
17-09-2025
Delicious BBQ, very friendly and efficient service, and a great staff. Would recommend getting the BBQ nachos and the ribs 😋
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
BBQ Nachos with Cheese
Jonas Zamora
03-09-2025
Excellent grub, customer service and hospitality are second to none. A clean, comfortable spot to grab some excellent ‘cue. Trucker friendly with FREE parking and porta potties, picnic benches that allow you to stretch your legs while enjoying your meal. So truckers, please continue to do your part to not only continue to enjoy all of the above mentioned, but also support a successful small business story, So Keep it clean! Please.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Moose Ellington
23-08-2025
Not St Louis style bbq, Sweet baby rays cause is good but not what’s advertised , baked beans were good but pulled pork had no flavor, Mac and cheese tasted old. Not sure when this tipping thing took off for carry out , asked if I’d like to leave a tip for carry out, nope
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 2
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 2
Jason Wells
22-08-2025
I’m not from this area, I drive truck so not too many areas that provide parking. Been here twice, food is excellent, patrons were coming in steady but service was fast, staff was friendly, atmosphere is great, by tomorrow I will probably stop again before I leave Dobbs Peterbilt is a sponsor so a shout out to those great folks also. Thank you for the hospitality !!!!!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Wait time
No wait
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Zach Johnson
20-08-2025
I’ve stopped here 2-3x in the past. While I never thought the food was much better than average, I most certainly never got the impression that it wasn’t good and I shouldn’t come back. That might have changed today. I got a 1/3 rack plate … More
Golden Goddess
15-08-2025
I got the brisket sandwich it was dry and flavorless the sauce didn't help either. It's brisket people brisket should always be sliced shredding brisket drys it out. Why would you do that to such a fine slab of meat!!! Then the ladies got snobby cause I wouldn't leave a tip??? This my first time here??? Not this time !
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1
Parking options
Free parking lot
CatDad
12-07-2025
Absolutely great pulled pork! Got the plate with 2 sides for $13.25. Baked beans and potato salad also delicious. Sauce really compliments the pork and the beans. Definitely worth the stop. Truck parking there and at Love's! Sorry I forgot the tip but I'm in the area every week now and will double down next time!!!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Pulled Pork BBQ Plate, Baked Beans
Recommendation for vegetarians
Not sure
Parking space
Plenty of parking
trucking in heels
09-07-2025
Go early if you want ribs. They sell out fast! I got the pulled pork but prefer the ribs. Ask for extra sauce and napkins or you won’t get it. Also be prepared to pay $1 more than price listed on menu. Nice folks More
Ansel Strickland
27-06-2025
Got the plate. Pulled pork butt, a nice mix of inside and outside meat. Baked beans cooked with a little pork, v good. Slaw w/mayo v good, slightly sweet. Served with homemade bbq sauce. Tried all three, bought a bottle of spicy to take … More
William Simpson
25-05-2025
I like some good smoked bologna right there THIS Iowa boy is telling you. Come get you some. .
Food:…
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Chris Ledford
16-05-2025
I'm a truck driver so you can't imagine how much it's appreciated that these people went to all of the trouble to make truck parking across from a truck stop. Always parking at this little place, not because it's not busy believe me, get … More
MICHAEL ZINY
15-05-2025
OMG what a fantastic place to eat. If you love BBQ then go here. Great prices. Amazing food portions. And an absolutely amazing staff. The lady's were so polite and helpful. Best place in town. Definitely will be back. More
Nadine Saunders
13-05-2025
It's a covered food trailer so take out is best. They have seating but in 90+ degrees and 100% humidity, better to enjoy indoors. Pork rib sandwich was tasty, most. I prefer a non-soggy bun so had it with cole slaw as a side. More
Kyle Shrum
06-05-2025
Fantastic. Stop here every time if I can find truck parking. Great pulled pork. Bbq sauce is great. The baked beans are spicy just how I like them and the service is top notch. Great folks. More
Reviews Exit 87 Bbq Catering