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Smokin’ Pig of Williamston has reopened as the Smokin’ Pig Express. Same owners just a more streamlined concept with self-service dining and togo options including drive thru, call-in and online orders, and carry out!
The Smokin’ Pig is a family-owned BBQ restaurant. Our main menu items include chopped pork, brisket, chicken, and ribs.
“Best BBQ in Anderson,” writes Katherine B on Yelp. “Fun atmosphere and friendly staff. I love the brisket and pulled pork. Would recommend the sweet potato side dishes.”
The SC BBQ Association has named this place one of the Top 100 BBQ houses in the state.
Here is an excerpt from their review:
Like most modern restaurants they use an Old Hickory smoker (one often also finds Southern Pride smokers) to prepare their meats and that does a good job at cooking it low and slow so as to make it tender and juicy while adding just the right amount of smoke.
The barbeque, however, is better with their thinnest vinegar and pepper sauce to add a bit of pep.
Like most modern restaurants they use an Old Hickory smoker (one often also finds Southern Pride smokers) to prepare their meats and that does a good job at cooking it low and slow so as to make it tender and juicy while adding just the right amount of smoke.
The Smokin’ Pig has several locations in the Upstate of SC. Currently, they have four restaurants scattered around the Anderson area. Here is the location of each:
Each of the four Smokin’ Pig locations is open Thursday through Saturday from 11 am to 9 pm.
Does The Smokin’ Pig serve alcohol?
No, you will not find beer, wine, or cocktails on the menu at any of The Smokin’ Pig locations.
What’s on the menu at The Smokin’ Pig? Do they serve hash and rice?
The menu at The Smokin’ Pig is obviously centered around barbecue. The smoked meats include chopped pork, chopped chicken, ribs, and brisket. Sides include fries, okra, baked beans, coleslaw, and much more. Don’t forget their famous sweet potato crunch. See the full menu here.
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