Discover authentic South Carolina barbecue restaurants near you in Charleston, SC. From classic whole-hog BBQ and traditional barbecue hash to mouthwatering ribs and pulled pork sandwiches, Charleston’s local barbecue scene reflects the flavorful diversity of the Lowcountry.

Whether you’re looking for iconic mustard-based sauces, smoky vinegar-pepper blends, or sweet tomato-based options, our comprehensive guide helps you easily find the best BBQ spots in the Holy City.

Use our directory to explore barbecue restaurants throughout Charleston, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, West Ashley, and nearby communities. Click through to the full listing which provides key details, including restaurant hours, menus, specialties, and insights to help you find your next favorite BBQ joint.

Try Our Interactive SC BBQ Trail Map

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

As you’ll see, there are lots of SC BBQ joints in the area. Want to know which is the best for YOU? Check out our definitive guide to the Best BBQ in Charleston. 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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