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Bessingers Barbecue

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Applauded with awards by various prestigious institutions, theBessinger's Barbecue is absolutely worth every praise that they get. In a simple setting, this BBQ joint serves moreish specials like Baby Jose BBQ Sandwich, Slab of St. Louis Style Ribs, BBQ Chicken, Pork Platter, Pulled Hickory Chicken, and much more. These are all revered recipes passed on from generations to generations and are still created the same way as they used to be, several decades ago. The owners, even today, hold the secret sauce close to their heart... read more

Location details

1602 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC, 29407, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.13,073 reviews
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Angela Horne 
6 years ago

We had a very bad experience here and we feel so strongly about not recommending this place I am leaving this review to hopefully help save people the hassle. Huge let down - we were excited to try this place but have since heard other bad experiences, too. So here’s ours: we ordered 2 plates, onion rings and 2 kids meals to eat in and the only thing that WAS hot was our children’s chicken tenders (that were clearly from a box). We debated about saying anything but had just spent nearly $70 on cold, unappetizing food. My hus... read more

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Roger Mullins 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Very good bbq and large portions 

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James Southard 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

GREAT GOOD, GREAT PEOPLE. 

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Herb Smith 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

The barbeque basket with onion rings simply can't be beat!! The folks are friendly and you feel like you're at home. 

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Richard Ballentine 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

I have eaten there since I was a child, always loved it! 

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Tara Beth Palubicki 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Absolutely love the Big Joe BBQ sandwiches!! 🍔 And of course the milk shakes!! 🥛 

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Bascom Reeves 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

best food in charleston best 

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Karen Sullins Ramsey 
6 years ago

Took forever to get our food, when we did finally get it , it was cold. The help was more concerned about the drive thru instead of there sit in customers. Our order was even wrong, won’t ever be back!!!! 

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Norman Baylis 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

I had the Brisket and it is one of the best I’ve had, the Collard Greens were great, I’ll be back for sure 

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How is Bessingers Barbecue rated?

Bessingers Barbecue has a 4.1 star rating with 3,073 reviews. 

When is Bessingers Barbecue open?

Bessingers Barbecue is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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