Fourth of July Feast: Charleston Local Pitmasters Serving Delicious Barbecue Take-out Options
This Fourth of July, indulge without the hassle of cooking as local pitmasters in Charleston, South Carolina, offer up mouth-watering barbecue take-out options. From meaty mains and savory sides to decadent desserts, these culinary artists are making sure your Independence Day feast is a memorable one.
Lewis Barbecue Charleston
Known for smoked brisket and hot guts sausage, the popular Lewis Barbecue packs in meat lovers year-round. Their killer green-chile corn pudding is a must-try side. Convenient online ordering means you can skip the wait for takeout. Located at 464 N. Nassau St., Lewis Barbecue is a counter service-only restaurant.
Melvin’s BBQ
Both Melvin’s locations in Mount Pleasant and James Island offer wood-fired ‘cue perfect for Fourth of July celebrations. Choose from chopped ribs or brisket, and complement your main course with sides like fried okra, barbecue hash, coleslaw, and fried onion rings.
Rodney Scott’s BBQ
Step into pork heaven at Rodney Scott’s BBQ. With pulled pork, succulent ribs, and a variety of delicious sides like collard greens, cornbread, and crispy pig skins, this restaurant knows how to keep its patrons busy. Decadent banana pudding is a perfect finish to the great dining experience available for takeaway.
Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint
Try unique offerings like the Big Ole Smoked Bologna sandwich or the classic pulled pork at this local eatery. Whether you’re planning a small or large gather, consider their fork-tender smoked turkey, broccoli salad, and hickory baked beans for take-out.
Palmira Barbecue
Pitmaster Hector Garate combines the flavors of Texas and Puerto Rico to create a memorable barbecue experience. Dig into juicy beef cheeks, smoky pulled pork, and barbacoa as part of your Independence Day feast. Their impressive selection of savory sides makes for a great takeaway.
Home Team BBQ
Home Team provides excellent barbecue at various locations across the Lowcountry. Their savory smoked wings and special summer catering menus are perfect for Independence Day celebrations. You can even recreate their Gamechanger rum cocktail at home with their “Away Game” mix.
Swig & Swine
Chef Anthony DiBernardo’s Swig & Swine offers a variety of barbecue options. Check out their pulled pork, brisket, ribs, and sausage, sold by the pound. Their barbecue sandwich offerings and decadent pies like the Brunswick stew are must-haves for any Fourth of July gathering.
King BBQ
Offering a unique “Chinatown barbecue with Southern smoke,” King BBQ impresses with dishes like crispy pork belly and fries topped with hash and cheddar curds. Their menu is available for online ordering, presenting a variety of meats by the piece and pound.
With so many fantastic local barbecue options available, this Fourth of July promises to be a gastronomic delight! Make this Independence Day a feast to remember with delicious take-out treats from Charleston’s pitmasters, right here in South Carolina.
