Find authentic South Carolina barbecue near you in Beaufort, SC. If you’re looking for the best BBQ restaurants around the Beaufort area, this is a great place to start.

Nestled in the heart of the South Carolina Lowcountry, Beaufort is known for its coastal charm, rich history, and a growing barbecue scene that blends traditional Southern flavors with local influences. Here, you’ll find everything from slow-smoked pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to tender brisket and flavorful BBQ hash. While the Lowcountry is famous for seafood, Beaufort’s local BBQ restaurants offer a delicious alternative, featuring wood-smoked meats paired with classic sides like collard greens, cornbread, and mac-and-cheese.

Whether you’re in Beaufort or nearby communities like Port Royal, Bluffton, or Lady’s Island, you won’t have to look far to find authentic BBQ near you. Explore our directory below to discover the best BBQ spots in Beaufort and beyond.

Try Our Interactive SC BBQ Trail Map

While our Beaufort directory is a great way to see what the local area has to offer, if you want to quickly find the barbecue joints near you in Beaufort, jump over to our SC BBQ Trail map. It will show you all the BBQ joints in your vicinity and allow you to filter results to show just restaurants that are True Cue certified, or serve hash or whole hog BBQ, etc. Whatever you want, our online map can help you find it in Beaufort-area communities.

Finally, if you’re interested in what’s available in other locations around the Palmetto State, the best place to start is with our South Carolina BBQ directory.

Additional Resources

• Download Official South Carolina BBQ Trail Map
• South Carolina: Birthplace of Barbecue
• Going Whole Hog – SC BBQ Cookbook
• Explore SC BBQ Recipes

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