Best Barbecue Restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina

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Honouring the top spots in Charleston.

A table worth seeking out. Meet the restaurants leading the current rankings in Charleston, South Carolina, and discover what puts each one at the top.

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82.4

Charleston South Carolina

Home Team BBQ

For a relaxed meal, Home Team BBQ is a casual choice.

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80.3

Charleston South Carolina

Palmira Barbecue

For your next night out, Palmira Barbecue is one table worth exploring.

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79.5

Charleston South Carolina

Swig & Swine BBQ - West Ashley

For dinner with friends, Swig & Swine BBQ - West Ashley is a casual choice.

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Top Places in Charleston

Home Team BBQ

Charleston, South Carolina

82.4

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Palmira Barbecue

Charleston, South Carolina

80.3

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Swig & Swine BBQ - West Ashley

Charleston, South Carolina

79.5

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Melvin's BBQ - James Island

Charleston, South Carolina

77.4

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Dukes Barbecue

Charleston, South Carolina

76.6

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Bessinger's BBQ

Charleston, South Carolina

75.9

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Lewis Barbecue Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina

75.7

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Poogan's Smokehouse

Charleston, South Carolina

75.6

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