What to order at Payne's Bar-B-Que chopped pork

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Chopped pork sandwich
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Lunch only, Tuesday to Saturday. Cash preferred and the line moves quickly.
CuisineStreet food
Price$
Neighborhoodsouth-memphis
HoursTue-Sat 11:00-17:30
The dishChopped pork sandwich
PaymentCash only
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Tip: Lunch only, Tuesday to Saturday. Cash preferred and the line moves quickly.

Location

Address: 1762 Lamar Ave, Memphis, TN 38114

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