SC Mountains BBQ Trail

Most folks have an allegiance to one sauce over the others—what’s yours? Share your barbecue tasting adventures by using #SCBBQ and let us know.

The heavy, tomato-based barbeque sauce found in the western and northwestern corner of South Carolina is perfect for anyone who loves a hint of sweetness.

Cue, Competition and Camaraderie

These pitmasters may be fiercely competitive, but at the end of the day they’re a barbecue family.

100-Mile Barbecue: Bucky's Bar-B-Q in Greenville

With four locations serving up their mouthwatering barbecue, people lucky enough to live in the Greenville area don’t have to drive far to enjoy a plateful, but it’s a drive worth making.

Must Eats in Greenville

With several barbecue restaurants to choose from in Greenville, you’ll have your pick of sauces, sides and amazing views.

Anderson Serves Up Great Eats with Southern Hospitality

From fall-off-the-bone ribs to ‘cue smoked the old-fashioned way, Anderson’s barbecue checks off all the must-haves.

Favorite Places to Eat on a Visit to Clemson

Tim Todd, a Clemson alum and the executive director of Upcountry South Carolina, came up with this list of a dozen of his favorite places to eat in Tiger Town.

The Best I Ever Had in South Carolina: Stewart Cink

Veteran PGA Tour player Steward Cink gives his recommendation for the best barbecue he’s ever had in South Carolina.

You'll Eat Well in Easley

You’ll find all the traditional fare in this Upstate town—from fried okra to homemade cobbler—but it’s the barbecue folks can’t get enough of.

The Smokin Pig - Pendleton

This family-owned restaurant has four very unique locations, but each offers traditional ribs, pulled pork and a variety of delicious sides.

Creekside Bar-Be-Que

Slow cooked with hickory and pecan wood, Creekside’s old-fashioned bar-be-que is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Carolina Barbecue

People come from all over to try this Lexington-style barbecue cooked slow and low, so you know it’s tender and juicy.

Barbecue Family Traditions

In South Carolina, it’s common for barbecue restaurants to be a family affair with recipes passed down through generations.

BBQ Trail Map

In South Carolina, love for delicious barbecue runs far and wide. Download a free SC BBQ Trail Map to discover more than 220 family-friendly restaurants from the mountains to the coast.

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