Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Greenville area by diners
Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Greenville area by diners
Barbecue stands as one of America's most cherished culinary traditions, weaving together a rich tapestry of history, regional diversity, and evolving flavors that resonate with diners from coast to coast. A July 2022 YouGov survey revealed that nearly all Americans (96%) who consume meat enjoy barbecue, underscoring its widespread enduring appeal and cross-cultural significance. Among the 1,000 survey respondents, Texas dominated as the place most often associated with barbecue, but the cuisine's roots expand far beyond the Lone Star State.
American barbecue can be traced back to Indigenous cooking techniques and was further enriched by the influences of enslaved Africans. In the centuries since, it's evolved into a multifaceted culinary art with distinct regional styles: the tangy, vinegar-based sauces and slow-cooked pork of the Carolinas; the tender brisket of Texas with sauce served on the side; the robust, sweet-forward flavors characteristic of Kansas City; and Alabama's signature mayo-based white sauce drizzled over some juicy chicken.
Alongside these classic offerings, innovative interpretations have surged in popularity in recent decades, as multicultural variants such as Korean BBQ, with its marinated cuts and sizzling grill presentations, and Mexican barbacoa, known for its richly spiced, slow-cooked succulence, have carved out their own niche in the competitive barbecue landscape.
Over the years, barbecue has not only mirrored America's evolving palate but has also fostered a spirit of community, as festivals, backyard cookouts, and friendly competitions celebrate the art of smoking and grilling—traditions lovingly passed down from generation to generation.
Nationwide, barbecue restaurants today greet families and friends with the intoxicating aroma of slow-smoked meats served on sturdy metal trays, often covered in rustic butcher paper. And what meal would be complete without those hearty sides? Whether you opt for gooey mac and cheese and smoky collard greens or crumbly cornbread and creamy coleslaw, you can't go wrong.
If you're craving some good 'cue in your neck of the woods, Stacker has you covered with the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Greenville based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants with at least 20 reviews tagged as "barbecue" within a 10-kilometer radius of Greenville were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.
Keep reading to see where to go when the hunger for all things low-and-slow strikes you!
#30. Whistle Stop at The American Cafe
- Rating: 3.1/5 (255 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 109 South Main St. Travelers Rest, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#29. LongHorn Steakhouse
- Rating: 3.2/5 (120 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1125 Woodruff Road Ste 1500 Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Steakhouses, American, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#28. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 3.2/5 (270 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3140 Wade Hampton Blvd. Taylors, South Carolina
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#27. Texas de Brazil
- Rating: 3.4/5 (37 reviews)
- Address: 700 Haywood Road Haywood Mall Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Brazilian, Barbecue, Steakhouses
- Read more on Yelp
#26. King Tut Grill
- Rating: 3.4/5 (39 reviews)
- Address: 502 Southeast Main St. Simpsonville, South Carolina
- Categories: Burgers, Steakhouses, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#25. The Big Clock of Berea
- Rating: 3.5/5 (57 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7000 White Horse Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Southern, Barbecue, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#24. Sticky Fingers Rib House
- Rating: 3.6/5 (350 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1 South Main St. Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue, American, Southern
- Read more on Yelp
#23. City Barbeque
- Rating: 3.6/5 (49 reviews)
- Address: 1204 Woodruff Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#22. Home Team BBQ - Greenville
- Rating: 3.6/5 (116 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 815 Laurens Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#21. Charlie's Bar-B-Que
- Rating: 3.7/5 (38 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8590 Pelham Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Smoke On the Water
- Rating: 3.7/5 (1059 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 64 Beacon Drive Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue, Southern, American
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Mutts BBQ Greer
- Rating: 3.8/5 (174 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 101 West Road Greer, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Mac's Speed Shop
- Rating: 3.8/5 (306 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 930 South Main St. Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue, Sports Bars, American
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Volcano Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
- Rating: 3.9/5 (73 reviews)
- Address: 1145 Woodruff Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Korean, Hot Pot, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Mutt's BBQ
- Rating: 3.9/5 (56 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 214 East Butler Road Mauldin, South Carolina
- Categories: Buffets, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Henry's Smokehouse
- Rating: 3.9/5 (284 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 240 Wade Hampton Blvd. Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue, Smokehouse
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Smokin' Blues BBQ
- Rating: 4.0/5 (20 reviews)
- Address: 1312 Stallings Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Food Trucks, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Little Pigs Bar B Q
- Rating: 4.0/5 (32 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2428 Hudson Road Greer, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Little Pigs B-B-Q of Travelers Rest
- Rating: 4.1/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 148 Walnut Lane Unit G Travelers Rest, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Sherby's Pub
- Rating: 4.1/5 (49 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 33D Ray East Talley Court Simpsonville, South Carolina
- Categories: Pubs, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Local Cue
- Rating: 4.2/5 (433 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 30 Orchard Park Drive Ste 7 & 8 Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Moe's Original BBQ
- Rating: 4.3/5 (142 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 109 West Stone Ave. Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue, Caterers, Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Wholy Smoke Family Restaurant
- Rating: 4.3/5 (85 reviews)
- Address: 447 West Butler Road Mauldin, South Carolina
- Categories: Seafood, Barbecue, Vegan
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Bucky's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 4.3/5 (170 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1700 Roper Mountain Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Lewis Barbecue Greenville
- Rating: 4.4/5 (274 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 214 Rutherford St. Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue, Desserts, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#5. SBH BBQ
- Rating: 4.4/5 (179 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5021 Pelham Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Bucky's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2010 Perimeter Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue, Caterers
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Reubens
- Rating: 4.6/5 (49 reviews)
- Address: 11028 Anderson Road Piedmont, South Carolina
- Categories: American, Barbecue, Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Smoky Dreams Barbecue And Catering
- Rating: 4.6/5 (268 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2131 Woodruff Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue, Caterers
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Mike & Jeff's BBQ Catering
- Rating: 4.6/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2401 Old Buncombe Road Greenville, South Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Cynthia Rebolledo, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 281 metros.
