South Carolina Eatery Serves The Best 'Bucket-List Barbecue' In The State

Tasty barbecue doesn't have to be limited to regions with famous takes on the cuisine, like smoked Texas-style brisket or Memphis' take on flavorful ribs, it can be found anywhere in the country.

According to a list compiled by Cheapism of the eateries serving up the best "bucket-list barbecue" in every state, the top spot for must-try barbecue in South Carolina is Sweatman's Barbecue outside in Holly Hill. Sweatman's , located at 1427 Eutaw Road, has a Google rating of 4.5 stars and nearly 900 reviews.

Here's what the site had to say about this tasty BBQ restaurant:

"Since Sweatman's is open only two days a week, it's worth planning ahead and figuring out when to stop by for its whole-hog barbecue. Top it with the joint's yellow mustard-based sauce and some of the crispy skin that was removed from the hog and roasted again separately. Also be sure to try Sweatman's barbecue hash, which is really unlike any breakfast hash you're used to. The hyper-regional dish here is texturally more like a sauce, made from leftover bits of the hot and usually poured over rice. Going strong since 1959, this eatery is a must-visit for barbecue aficionados."

Check out the full list at cheapism.com to see more of the best "bucket-list barbecue" spots around the country. You can also read up on our previous coverage of the South Carolina eateries named among America's "top 100 BBQ spots" in 2024 .