Jane & Michael Stern

"Intensely flavorful under their blanket of spice, Charlie Vergos' dry-rub charcoal ribs have become a Memphis signature dish. "

Matt and Ted Lee

"Cue cops note that Rendezvous’ ribs are not true barbecue, since they are grilled with direct heat over charcoal, but they’ve become a Memphis landmark and they are undeniably delicious."

FoodieHub

"Even through the heavy veil of spice one can taste the charcoal smoke and the sweet goodness of pork."

Holly Whitfield

"Vergos family's Greek dry rub ribs have become an integral part of the city's barbecue identity."

Kate Kolenda

"Charles Vergo's Rendezvous is consistently ranked among the best barbecue joints in the country, and you do not want to miss out on their ribs. What makes these ribs so good is the rub, or as they call it, the seasoning."

Francine Maroukian

"The 7 Best Memphis Barbecue Joints: Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous - Basted just before serving with a vinegar solution and followed by a dusting of spices (including bay leaf and oregano), the savory ribs’ bright flavor is a nod to the founding family’s Greek heritage."

Kate Kolenda

"America’s 35 Best Ribs: Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous - What makes these ribs so good is the rub, or as they call it, "the seasoning"."

HuffPost

"Memphis newbies will get a real education in the art of the ribs and rub at Charlie Vergo’s Rendezvous, where they’ve been cooking his signature paprika-heavy ribs over charcoal since 1948."

Rosalind Cummings-Yeates

"Ribs at “The Vous” are a Memphis hallmark, although sticklers will point out that technically, the ribs are grilled over charcoal and not smoked over a pit like true barbecue."

Melinda Lorge

"If you’re a first-timer, don’t leave without trying the “world-famous” ribs."