Me and my dad were passing through on our way from North Carolina back to Georgia. We googled "bbq near me" and it was the first to pop up and it said "voted best by Southern Living". It definitely deserves that award. The ribs were perfect and hit the spot. The service was outstanding. Our waitress, Ke'Asia Anderson, was the sweetest and cutest lil thing... my dad had to compliment her smile before she could even tell us hello lol Whenever we make another Carolina trip this will definitely be a mandatory stop.
Not sure what happened to this place. The food is NOTHING like it was under the old owners. From the fries, baked beans and the BBQ pork. No flavor, small portions and barely warm. Dining in used to mean a super friendly staff and a clean place to eat. Not anymore. Always understaffed, dirty tables and floors. Price have increased but flavor and portions have decreased. What a shame, this truly was the BEST BBQ in a large area. Last visit in May 2022 for take-out (5 minute home, food was cold, no smokey taste and soggy) will be our last. This has become typical of when we have dined in or take-out. Unless there are new managers or owners soon, I don't see this place making it very long. What a shame.
Simple, no fuss place with great barbecue and great service! Simple as that. We were passing through town--played a gig at Upstate University--and wanted lunch. We knew pulling into the parking lot it was going to be good from the aroma in the air, and we were not disappointed. Most of us had the classic pork plate, one had a half chicken. All good! Ask for the hot sauce! (Some might like the Cheerwine sauce, though I did not care for it.) Great hushpuppies and sweet tea too, and priced nice! Good service. Good food. Good stop!
Stopped in the other night. Meat was ok but they rationed me on the amount like it was made out of gold. The bun was cold and asked for double fries did not happen and they were cold.been better of going to qt for a hot dog and chips
The BBQ is really good, but it could be warmer. The sides are very good. Love the mac-n-cheese, onion rings and hush puppies. I wish they'd bring the condiments out before the food. We've been going here on and off for years, even since they had the location on the Westside. As most places these days, you have to be patient with the staff, but the food does not disappoint.
I give it 4 stars cause I still have 1000s of other BBQ places to check out but it was real good..I bought all 4 of there sauces
Great service a d food.
My nephew and I went here today because we saw a sign that said best BBQ in upstate sc. We were highly disappointed to say the least. We got brisket and ribs, and brisket and Brunswick stew. Well as soon as they brought it out you could see it was reheated. Very Very BAD!!! Did not finish the food. We didn't even ask for a to go box. I called when we left and ask for a manager, which was a guy named mike. Although he was nice, he did not deny the fact the food was reheated. I told him i have been cooking BBQ for almost 20 yrs. and if we would have known it was reheated and not fresh BBQ we would have left right then. VERY VERY VERY DISSAPOINTED.
Went for lunch last week. Had the chopped bbq plate with fried squash and mac and cheese. Asked for the squash to be well cooked (like mine crispy). Had to be sent back. The chopped bbq was minced stringy lump on meat. I would have been ashamed to service. Owner Mr Hicks was having lunch at the counter. Really wanted to say something about the meat just not good. Will not be back. Better BBQ in Spartanburg.
Went driving around and came across this small place. Didn't know what to really expect, but my husband and myself were hungry. Ordered fried squash, BBQ ribs, beef brisket, and some pulled pork. Meal came with hush puppies, which was a first for us. Food was very good. Meats were tender and tasty. Hush puppies and fried squash were cooked to perfection. Dining area was clean and waitress was very attentive. One last note, the lemonade was delicious and we got a free refill. Thank you Carolina Barbecue for a very satisfying meal