Shotgun Willie’s Barbecue

Texas meets Tennessee at an East Nashville diner called Shotgun Willie’s


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When Bill Laviolette moved to Nashville from his home in Houston, he carried a dream. A place of his own where he could offer Texas brisket, along with Tennessee style barbecue. The journey to achieving that dream was almost derailed. But, Bill's hard work and strong conviction paid off at a place called Shotgun Willie's.

Open Wednesday through Sunday. 11 am until sold out.

Joe Elmore has been the host of this Emmy-award winning series since its beginnings. As the face of Tennessee Crossroads, Joe has been taking viewers to meet interesting people and explore fascinating out-of-the-way places since 1987. Joe is also a producer and co-host of Horsepower TV on Spike TV. Joe launched his TV career at WHBQ TV in Memphis, TN, where he served as weekend anchor and reporter. Later, he was chosen to co-host the station's PM Magazine show, where he produced nationally-broadcast stories. He has also done extensive work as an independent film and video producer for clients throughout the Southeast.

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