14 Best Barbeque Restaurants in Charleston

Lewis Barbecue Charleston Barbecue • $$
464 N Nassau St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Ribs Brisket Sausage Pulled Pork Collard Greens and Slaw
Nachos with Pulled Pork Nachos
The Lewis Barbecue Reuben
Chopped Brisket Sandwich
Green Chile Corn Pudding
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Macaroni and Cheese
Chicken Fried Steak
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Pork Spare Ribs

“FABULOUS smoked brisket/turkey ...sides are southern at its best...Local favorite....can't wait to go back!!!!!“

4.8 Superb719 Reviews
Poogan's Smokehouse Smokehouse • $$
188 E Bay St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Two Meat Combo with Pulled Pork and Ribs
Springer mt Farms Fried Chicken
Trio of House Smoked Meats
Mac and Cheese Appetizer
Chopped Brisket Sandwich
Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Pimento Cheese Fritters
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Smokehouse Nachos
The Meat Sampler

“Best pulled pork I have ever had. Exceptional service to note. I was in town for business and has a few minutes to explore the bay. I'm so glad we stumbled across this gem. And the kettle chips..... 🔥🔥🔥 Get some, you won't be disappointed!“

3.9 Good203 Reviews
Hannibal's Kitchen Soul Food • $
16 Blake St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Collard Greens Plate SM and Mac and Cheese
Hannibal's Crab Rice
Shrimp and Crab Rice
Collard Green Plate
Southern Cornbread
Crab & Shrimp Rice
Fried Chicken Leg
Shrimp and Grits
Turkey Wing Meal
Liver and Onions

“Hats off to Gaby! She was wonderful! Her energy and huge smile. We’d go back just to see her again! 🫶“

4.3 Superb373 Reviews
Swig & Swine Barbecue • $$
1217 Savannah Hwy, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Brisket and Pulled Pork w Sides of Mac and Cheese Hash and Rice Corn Pudding and Collared Greens
Brisket Pulled Pork Pork Collar Greens Mac and Cheese Baked Potato Salad and Grits
2 Meat Platter with Smoked Brisket Pork Belly Baked Potato Salad and Corn Pudding
Pork Rinds with Red Clay Hot Honey & Blue Cheese
Pork Rinds with Tabasco Honey and Blue Cheese
Smoked Chicken Wings Appetizer
Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie
Brisket Grilled Cheese
Smoked Chicken Wings
Chopped Prime Brisket

“Amazing food! My family and I went here yesterday during our trip to Myrtle Beach based on some recommendations I saw online...and this place exceeded all expectations!! All of us were beyond satisfied with our meals. Delicious flavors and good portion sizes too! We said we will come back to Myrtle Beach (from PA) just to come back here 😂. Great service, nice atmosphere, and the food is absolutely amazing! We wanted to get photos of our meals but we were so excited to dig in when it came out that we forgot all about photos! Go check this place out and see for yourself.“

4.6 Superb314 Reviews
Palmira Barbecue Barbecue • $$
2366 Ashley River Rd Building 1, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Beef Cheeks Smoked Sausage Whole Hog Cuban Beans Chicken 1 2 Greens Mac & Cheese Dill Pickles
Beef Ribs Pork Belly Beef Cheeks Beef Cheeks Sandwich
Beef Cheek Sandwich Mac and Cheese and Tostones
Beef Cheeks Barbacoa Sausage and Mac & Cheese
Beef Cheeks Whole Hog Pulled Pork
Wholehog Pulled Pork Sandwhich
Barbacoa Pulled Pork Special
Dark Horse Half Bottle
Beef Cheek Sandwiches
Beef Cheeks & Sides

“Hands-down best Barbecue place I've had the pleasure of eating at. I've lived in the South a good majority of my life. (AR, TX, SC) & Palmira is by far the BEST barbecue joint ou there. The Puerto Rican Texas Style food is absolutely phenomenal !!! Don't take my word for it >>> GO, just GO!!“

4.4 Superb338 Reviews
Dukes Barbecue Barbecue • $
331 Folly Rd, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Dukes Buffet Mac and Cheese with Sweet Potato Fries
Strawberry Shortcake
BBQ Sandwich Basket
Macaroni and Cheese
Black Eyed Peas
Banana Pudding
Fried Flounder
Fried Chicken
Rice and Hash
Hush Puppies

“Awesome BBQ. The folks are so kind.“

4.5 Superb80 Reviews
Rodney Scott's BBQ Barbecue • $
1011 King St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Plate with Collard Greens and Mac and Cheese
Ribs Pulled Pork Collard Greens and Baked Beans
BBQ Sauces Available for Purchase
Pulled Pork Shoulder Plate
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Smoked Chicken Wings
Whole Hog Sandwich
Brisket Sandwich
Smoked Drummies
The Other Sauce

“Best bbq I’ve ever had. Brisket was perfect. Even the side dishes shined and were delicious in their own right. Coleslaw had some jalapeño kick to it. Lived up to the hype! Highly recommend.

Parking: Plenty of parking across the street in the shopping complex.“

4.2 Good583 Reviews
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint Barbecue • $
1622 Highland Ave, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Sandwich
Pulled Pork Shoulder
Half Rack Spare Ribs
A Whole Slab of Ribs
Big Brother Sampler
Broccoli Salad Fries
Alabama White Sauce
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Cornbread Hoecake
Choice of Sauces

“Local flavors and Classic BBQ style... so many choices !Fun retro vibe, great outdoor space...impeccable attention to Gluten Free needs.Excellent Service!“

4.6 Superb174 Reviews
Home Team BBQ Barbecue • $
1205 Ashley River Rd, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Chicken Wings
Ribs and Pulled Pork
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Chicken Cracklins
Tots with Queso
Mashed Potatoes
Chopped Brisket
Sliced Brisket
Brunswick Stew
Lil Q- Brisket

“The sliced brisket sandwich was the best hands-down I’ve ever had!“

4.5 Superb206 Reviews
Home Team BBQ Barbecue • $$
126 Williman St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Pulled Pork Sausage Mac and Cheese Beans and Brussels Sprouts
Fiery Ron's Smoked Chicken Wings
A Platter of Our Favorite 'Que
Pulled Pork Platter
Fried Mac & Cheese
Brisket Sandwich
Lil Q - Brisket
Banana Pudding
Sliced Brisket
Brunswick Stew

“The sliced brisket sandwich was the best hands-down I’ve ever had!“

4.4 Superb167 Reviews
Southern Roots Smokehouse Barbecue • $$
2544 Savannah Hwy, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Sausage by the lb
Traditional Pulled Pork
Mac and Cheese Balls
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Sliced Brisket Plate
Baby Back Rib Bites
Smokehouse Sampler
Mac & Cheese Balls
Loaded Pork Rinds
Pulled Pork Nachos

“The Smokehouse Platter and extra side of Brisket was AMAZING! Chance was Great dealing with us older couple from Colorado and Carolina transplants! Thank you Paul the rub on the ribs was unforgettable! Cheers with another Jameson Orange 🥃🥃“

4.4 Superb157 Reviews
Melvin's BBQ - James Island Barbecue • $
538 Folly Rd, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Plate with Mac and Cheese Baked Beans and Smoked Wings
Cheeseburger and Fries
Smoked Turkey Sandwich
Pulled Chicken Plate
Big Joe Pork Sandwich
Double Cheeseburger
Side 2 Onion Rings
Brisket Sandwich
Pit-Master Plate
Chopped Brisket

“Pretty expensive but well cooked“

3.8 Good97 Reviews
Bessinger's BBQ Barbecue • $
1602 Savannah Hwy, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Pick Two-- Pulled Chicken Half Chicken with Mac N Cheese Collards & Skins
Little Joe Pork Sandwich and Onion Rings
Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Baby Joe Pork Barbecue
Onion Ring and Fries
Order of Onion Rings
Macaroni and Cheese
Pulled Pork Platter
Cheeseburger Basket

“Always a treat when I'm in town. Eating here for as long as I can remember with my nana who was born and raised on Sullivan's Island that's since passed. Had to stop in over the Thanksgiving weekend to get some of those rings and a shirt so I can always remember. Ah, the tears. I suggest stopping in to try if you like some good sweet tea and delicious onion rings. Thank you for your patience with going to look in the back twice. You people are amazing 🫶🏽“

3.9 Good235 Reviews
Hugh-Baby's BBQ & Burger Shop Hamburger • $
1028 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

BBQ Burger and Fries and Shroom and Swiss Cheese and Fries
Chili Cheese Fries and Hamburger Combo
Vanilla \u0026 Strawberry Milkshake
Shroom & Swiss Burger and Fries
Vanilla & Strawberry Milkshake
Double Cheeseburger with Fries
Smash Burger and Fries
Fried Catfish Sandwich
Hot Dog and BBQ Burger
Fried Chicken Sandwich

“Today was the first time I have ever been to this restaurant but being the burger snob that I am, I wanted to try something I had never had before. With only one location in Charleston, I had no clue how it would be - let me say this. DAMN! (Sorry) This burger was THE best I have ever tasted. The bread was so fresh, nice and warm, and the two thin pattys smashed together with cheese tasted like heaven between that bun! The burger was cooked to perfection and melted in your mouth. No kidding at all. This is by far the best of the best burgers in Charleston and in the country as far as I’m concerned. It was a wee bit pricey, but it’s a price I do not mind paying to get the quality and freshness that was delivered at Hugh Baby’s BBQ & Burger Shop. If my waistline would allow, I would probably go every day! Thank God for these smaller chains that actually care about good quality!“

4.5 Superb173 Reviews