17) Corky’s, Memphis, Tenn.

In a city known for its barbecue, Corky’s has found its way to the top of the heap thanks to its ribs. Its website describes the lengthy process that its ribs go through to reach the eater:

"Born of a unique combination of place, history, and just plain knowing what great ribs and barbecue are supposed to taste like, Corky’s unrivaled ribs and authentic, hand-pulled barbecue are meaty, succulent, and falling-off-the-bone-tender. Corky’s barbecue is made with old-fashioned Southern tradition — slow-cooked in pits with hickory chips and charcoal, hand-pulled to select only the best, and basted in our special blend of Corky’s sauces."

If that doesn’t make you hungry, we don’t know what will.