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Halls Chophouse
Sizable cuts of beef & seafood served in elegant surrounds, also known for its Sunday gospel brunch.
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- 4.8 · 2502464 N Nassau St, CharlestonTrending
Lewis Barbecue
Texas-style brisket and hot guts in a big open-air pit yard on the upper peninsula.
4.715k ratingsbbq · brisket · outdoorOpen - 4.8 · 24932209 Middle St, Sullivan's IslandTrending
Home Team BBQ
Bustling tavern serving generous portions of smoked meat & Southern sides, plus frequent live music.
4.71.9k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 25041217 Savannah Hwy, CharlestonTrending
Swig & Swine
House-smoked meats & creative sides served in a funky BBQ spot with outdoor seating, beer & bourbon.
4.73.8k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 2505300 Nexton Square Dr, SummervilleTrending
Halls Chophouse Nexton (Summerville)
Suburban outpost of the Charleston steakhouse institution, serving prime cuts and live music in Summerville's Nexton development.
4.720k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 2506302 Coleman Blvd, Mt PleasantTrending
Page's Okra Grill
Generous portions of casual Southern-focused home cooking are served all day at this lively eatery.
4.712k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 2507320 Wingo Way #100, Mt PleasantTrending
Grace & Grit
Creatively flavored grits accompany the surf 'n' turf at this area-sourced Southern specialist.
4.717k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 2508207 W 5th N St, SummervilleTrending
Oscar's of Summerville
Down-home restaurant with porch dining, offering daily specials for lunch & dinner, plus happy hour.
4.620k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 16291622 Highland Ave, CharlestonTrending
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint
Tennessee whole-hog pit barbecue outfit on Highland Ave, with live music and cold beer to back it up.
4.61.2k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 250101011 King St, CharlestonFeatured
Rodney Scott's BBQ
Whole-hog pitmaster Rodney Scott's flagship. Wood-burned pork, white bread, hot sauce.
4.57.9k ratingsbbq · casual · takeoutOpen - 4.7 · 182112366 Ashley River Rd Building 1, CharlestonTrending
Palmira Barbecue
Colombian-inflected barbecue from pitmaster Hector Gaitan on Ashley River Road, where smoked meats meet South American spice.
4.51.4k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 250121205 Ashley River Rd, CharlestonTrending
Home Team BBQ
Bustling tavern serving generous portions of smoked meat & Southern sides, plus frequent live music.
4.54.9k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 91132029 Carver Ave, North Charleston
King BBQ
Chinese-run barbecue spot on Carver Avenue in North Charleston, pulling steady locals with smoked meat and a full bar.
4.5695 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 16214331 Folly Rd, Charleston
Dukes Barbecue
Casual restaurant dishing up Southern barbecue classics at a buffet or via a drive-thru.
4.51.2k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 17156270 SC-162, Hollywood
Easton Barbecue Co.
Roadside SC-162 pit stop in Hollywood slinging barbecue with beer and wine on the side.
4.6131 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 131162379 SC-41, Mt Pleasant
Swig & Swine Mount Pleasant
Pit-smoked barbecue joint off SC-41 in Mount Pleasant, with beer, wine, and a loyal following of 873 reviewers.
4.41k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 162171517 Palm Blvd suite a, Isle of Palms
The Refuge
Bright, modern eatery with coffee, bagels & Wi-Fi by day, cocktails & New American fare by night.
4.41.2k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25018188 E Bay St, Charleston
Poogan's Smokehouse
Industrial-chic hot spot serving locally sourced, traditional Southern BBQ & stylish cocktails.
4.27.1k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25019538 Folly Rd, Charleston
Melvin's BBQ - James Island
Family-friendly BBQ eatery serving ribs & other Southern dishes in casual, woodsy surrounds.
4.69.9k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 251201990 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville
Swig & Swine
4.53.2k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 24721101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
The Boathouse at Breach Inlet
Vintage rowboats adorn the ceiling of this Southern restaurant with a diverse local seafood menu.
4.21.9k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 250224964 Centre Pointe Dr, North Charleston
Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q
Laid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.
4.24k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25023Patriots Plaza Shopping Center, 925 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Melvin's BBQ - Mt Pleasant
Family-friendly BBQ eatery serving ribs & other Southern dishes in casual, woodsy surrounds.
4.22.7k ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 250242544 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Southern Roots Smokehouse
Low-key outlet for smoked meats & classic sides served in a rustic BBQ spot with beers & cocktails.
4.15.5k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25025130 Mill St, Mt Pleasant
Saltwater Cowboys
Smoked meats, local seafood & a robust drink menu in a sprawling locale directly on Shem Creek.
4.25.3k ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 243261668 Old Towne Rd, Charleston
TBonz Gill & Grill
Easygoing restaurant offering handcut steaks, Southern-style rib platters & other classic dishes.
4.11.9k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 79273563 US-17, Mt Pleasant
Home Team BBQ
4.4605 ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 250284952 Centre Pointe Dr #112, North Charleston
Sake House Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Restaurant
Family-friendly Japanese spot featuring sushi, hibachi cooking tables & a lengthy sake selection.
4.13.9k ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 7229700 Governors Dr, Kiawah Island
Cherrywood BBQ & Ale House
Haute hub at Kiawah Island Golf Resort with Southern BBQ meals, local craft beers & outdoor seating.
4.1550 ratingsOpen - 3.9 · 250301602 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Bessinger's BBQ
Landmark no-frills barbecue joint with meat slow-cooked in a wood-fire pit, plus outdoor seating.
4.13k ratingsOpen
