🍕 Holloways BBQ Launches New BBQ Pizza Menu at Rankin Avenue Location

Holloways BBQ is expanding its offerings with a creative new menu item that blends two beloved food traditions—barbecue and pizza. The move reflects a growing trend across the Sequatchie Valley of local restaurants experimenting with fusion dishes that appeal to families and food enthusiasts looking for something fresh while staying rooted in regional flavors.

🎯 What’s New on the Menu

Starting Wednesday, Holloways BBQ will offer BBQ pizzas available on both flatbread and round crust options. 🔥 Customers can choose between chicken or pork as their protein, combining smoky barbecue flavors with the comfort of pizza. The restaurant is positioned at 16886 Rankin Avenue (between Main Street Auto Express and Highly Lifted), making it accessible to residents passing through the area or stopping by for a quick meal.

📍 How to Order and What to Expect

Holloways BBQ offers multiple ways to get food: call-in orders at 423-949-2225, drive-through service for convenience, and delivery to your home at no delivery fee. 🚗 The restaurant operates on a flexible schedule designed to serve different community needs throughout the week:

• Monday: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
• Wednesday & Thursday: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
• Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
• Sunday: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

The restaurant notes that tips are appreciated but not expected, reflecting a customer-first approach to service. 💜

❤️ Why This Matters to the Community

Local restaurants that innovate and expand their menus help keep dining options fresh and exciting for families who might otherwise travel outside the area for variety. 🌟 For busy households, the combination of call-in, drive-through, and no-fee delivery options removes barriers to getting a meal on the table—especially important for families juggling work, school, and evening activities. The new pizza offering also creates an entry point for customers who may not have tried Holloways before, potentially building new relationships between the business and community members.

🤝 Community Connections

Holloways BBQ‘s location on Rankin Avenue places it within a cluster of local businesses, suggesting it’s part of a broader commercial corridor that serves residents and visitors. 🏪 The restaurant’s emphasis on appreciating customer support and its willingness to deliver food at no charge suggests a business model built on accessibility and relationship-building rather than maximizing transaction value. This approach often strengthens ties between a business and its regular customers, who may become informal ambassadors recommending the restaurant to friends and family.

🍽️ What Residents Should Know

To place an order: Call 423-949-2225 for call-in orders or delivery. The restaurant is closed Tuesday and operates limited hours on Monday and Sunday, so plan accordingly. 📞 Drive-through service is available for those who prefer not to go inside. The new BBQ pizza menu launches this Wednesday, so first-time customers interested in trying the new item should call ahead to confirm availability or ask about other menu options.

⏭️ What Happens Next

The restaurant is actively promoting the new BBQ pizza offering through social media, suggesting they’re monitoring customer response and feedback. 📣 Residents interested in the new menu should try it early to help the restaurant understand what’s working and what adjustments might improve the offering. Word-of-mouth feedback from early customers often shapes how local restaurants refine their menus and operations.

💭 Questions Worth Thinking About

As Holloways BBQ introduces this new menu item, a few questions might help residents think about what it means for local dining:

• How does the availability of delivery service change where and when families in the area can get dinner?
• What role do local restaurants that experiment with new dishes play in keeping the community’s food culture dynamic and interesting?
• How might supporting local businesses that prioritize accessibility (no delivery fees, multiple ordering methods) strengthen the local economy compared to chain restaurants?

🌱 Long-Term Community Impact

When local restaurants succeed in innovating while staying rooted in their community, they often become anchors that attract other businesses and create gathering spaces where residents build relationships. 🏘️ A thriving local restaurant scene also means more jobs, more reasons for residents to stay in the area rather than traveling elsewhere for meals, and a stronger sense of local identity and pride. Holloways BBQ‘s willingness to try something new—combining barbecue with pizza—signals confidence in the community’s appetite for creativity and quality, which can inspire other local businesses to take similar risks.