The duck here was delicious. Not in the best part of town but that's part of the charm. read more

We had been in Columbia at City Limits BBQ (amazing!) when one of their employees told us about King BBQ and that we need to try it. We finally got there. It is the quintessential BBQ joint with a fun adidas flare. You don't know whether you're down south or in Chinatown. We started with some beer and ordered the hush puppies and fried ribs. It was a great way to start! They were both delicious. Three of us went with the pork combo and one of us had the duck service. I don't want to forget the sides! The sides!!! These may have stolen the show for us. The red beans and rice, the slaw, the Szechuan collards, oh my!!! One was better than the next! None of us were disappointed! This is truly an Asian take to southern BBQ. The food is great. I've been to their sister restaurant, JackRabbit Philly and that's definitely more my speed and taste preference, both places are a must try though. read more

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Enjoyed a lovely mocktail and some tasty bites at this spot near where we wee staying. Grabbed a menu and dove into a booth to decide on what to order since you order all at once at the register. Spot was super chill and had a bar area as well as some bigger booths. Loved the crab Rangoon hush puppies, Dan Dan noodles, and the mushroom rice bowl. Broccoli salad was a little too wasabi heavy for my liking but enjoyed all the unique menu items. read more

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King BBQ is a creative joint that serves Asian and low country fusion cuisine. Some of these flavor combinations were out of this world- the corn pudding being one of my favorites. Everything was made very well. My only critique is that the collards were a touch salty, but other than that I felt like these dishes capture Asian "mala" spice very well and had a great southern twist. Their drink menu looks so fun too, will definitely come back again so I can try them! The ambiance is great. During sunset the lighting in the joint is phenomenal. Service is nice as well- you order at the counter and they'll bring it to your seat. read more

King BBQ - Poultry platter, Dan Dan noodles and bok choy - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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The crab Rangoon was yummy and expectedly served as a dip with hush puppies. The plate options start with a base. I chose rice. Wish it had sticky rice. I opted for the pork belly for the protein but they were sold out. I got the ribs instead. It came with three ribs that had a great smoked flavor but were dry. The overall experience was meh. I'll return though to try some other dishes. read more

King BBQ - Crab Rangoon - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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We came here to try something different during our visit to Charleston. I was surprised to find such a cool, hip, and delicious restaurant in this part of North Charleston. This has the skeleton of a traditional bbq restaurant with meats and sides, but with an NYC Chinatown flare. For example: BBQ Spareribs, Duck Leg and Breast, Five Spice Chicken, Hot Pot Collards, Chili Crisp Corn Pudding. We had the chicken, spareribs, and duck. We also ordered Dan Dan Noodles, collards, and rice. The meats were succulent and flavorful. The greens were in the top 5 of all time for me. The rice was average and the noodles were tasty and some of the longest noodles ever. We were a bit disappointed that a few items were out but it was after 7 pm on a Friday during Christmas week. There is a full bar upon arrival while waiting in line to order food. You have to find a table and food will be brought to you. Additional items can be ordered using a QR code at the table. The decor feels like a fun, intimate Chinese restaurant with 70s and 80s R & B playing overhead. I am excited to return upon my next visit to town. read more

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The flavors were bold, smoky, and unforgettable. Everything from the brisket to the sauces had that just-right balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. The vibe inside is super casual but thoughtfully cute and nostalgic. Anime playing on the tv screens. Chinese decor. The kind of place where you feel relaxed but still notice the little design touches that make it feel special. Loved the music selection. Perfect for a laid-back lunch or a casual date night when you're craving something hearty but deliciously different. read more

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Great food and ambiance!!! Discovering this place was a pleasant surprise. The service was excellent too!

First meal on my first trip to Charleston & let me say that King BBQ set the bar and set it high! The staff was super friendly and patient with alll my questions. We had the following: *SHRIMP TOAST SLIDERS (government cheese, shaved onion, dilly pickles, tartar sauce, King's Hawaiian rolls) - explained to us as their take on the Filet O Fish. It was pretty stellar - piping hot. no fishiness at all since well it's shrimp! so delish! *POULTRY COMBO (5 spice chicken, crispy duck leg, two small sides) - we upgraded to duck breast for $4. Everything was super super tender and flavorful. Our friend ordered the Rotisserie chicken, which definitely tasted different from what we got. The Rotisserie was almost a bit more teriyaki-like (lightly sweetened). For the sides, EVERYTHING sounded good but we tried the: CHILI CRISP CORN PUDDING -- phenomenal. and the smoked sour cream was a great touch! BBQ STICKY RICE W/ BBQ MEATS - also killer! The decor is phenomenal - from the two guardian lions out front to the restroom and the hallway with the pup portraits (the gentle squirrel slayer)! I need to come back for the Char Siu ribs and Chopped Pork sandos. Their cocktails sounded pretty phenomenal too. Easy parking lot on the side of the building! read more

Loved their spareribs and spicy, cheesy broccoli! The duck could have had crispier skin, but otherwise we loved our takeout food and would highly recommend King BBQ! read more

It was so good. Staying downtown but took an uber just to try it out. Got 6 items for two people. Probably could have stuck with 5. Everything was delicious! read more

Came her for Sunday dinner and the parking was plenty at King bbq. The ambience is pretty nice and remind me of the old fancy Chinese restaurant but the music played on the background was very hip. The service was good and we didn't wait too long for our food. The drink pretty good and the smoke bbq was pretty nice. We had a house French fries with nice seasoning to it. The noodle were good but not fantastic. The pork belly as a choice of protein for the BBQ on noodles was the best choice for the protein option. The amount of chicken on our other the bbq noodle order and bbq noodle soup were good amount. The bbq noodle soup has pepper Szechuan so it will make your tongue a bit numb but it was good. This restaurant is good to try but not sure if it will make it to my restaurant rotation like the sister restaurant, Jack Rabbit Philly. All the best for King BBQ. read more

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Best meal I have had in Charleston so far. Would 100% go back. Service was amazing, staff was friendly and attentive. Great vibe overall. Had the dessert - a snickerdoodle cream pie when I got home and it tasted like heaven. read more

King BBQ - BBQ Noodle Soup with chicken - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

The best meal my husband and I had while visiting Charleston! Service was quick, food was delicious, and the ambiance was nicely casual. The egg rolls were a stand out but everything we had was wonderful. read more

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The hype is real, loved everything about this funky fast-service Asian fusion restaurant. The staff was so helpful in deciding what to order and making recommendations. Everything was fresh, hot and exploding with flavor. The deconstructed crab Rangoon was the standout for me. Can't wait to visit again so I can try other options. read more

King BBQ - Crab Rangoon and Buffalo Shrimp Sliders - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Love this eclectic spot with its asian fusion meets Charleston barbecue vibe. Crab. Rangoon was wonderful. Unfortunately, they were out of the eggrolls, so we will have to be back for those! The duck plate was wonderful, but very pricey, and does not serve as many people as you would think for that price I would still order it again in a heartbeat, though. It's also really nice to go to a restaurant that is most decidedly not fussy, but never the less friendly and welcoming. We've been watching the owner compete on top Chef, and he has made the final four. Rooting for him to win, but worried what will happen to his two Charleston restaurants if he achieves that success! read more

I am logging the meal I just ate at King BBQ as one of the best I've ever had. My party of three is visiting from Chicago, and this place came up a few times in our trip research as being a great place for dinner. Don't let the drive up to North Charleston deter you if you're a tourist like I am! The exterior of the restaurant is unassuming but the vibe inside is casual and fun. You walk in, order at the counter, and are then given a number for the food to be delivered to your table. The employee who took our order was patient, kind, and very knowledgeable about the menu. The employee who dropped our food off also took a moment to explain each dish. The service was awesome start to finish, especially for being counter service. Two of us are vegetarians and opted to share a variety of dishes. The Mongolian Mushrooms (piled onto the steamed pancakes we got on the side) were divine. The portion felt small for $19 but wow, they were amazing. The crunchy salad was fresh, as were the homemade dressings we sampled on the side. The chili crisp corn pudding was tender and flavorful, as were the hush puppies we ordered because we happened to be there during their Golden Hour happy hour. Finally, the spicy dan dan noodles were that flavorful kind of spicy that keeps you going back for another bite. We were thrilled with our meal and will definitely be back the next time we are in Charleston! read more

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I had the Pork Combo, with collards and Bok choy with the crab Rangoon. Loved it all. There was plenty of well seasoned meat; collards and Bok choy were different from what I've ever had but deliciously spicy. The Ragoons were not what I expected either, but would definitely get them again. read more

Date night at home called for that new-new . We got the disco fries for an appetizer and ooohhhhh my goodness. The cheese curds with the pork and the gravy ... I could've eaten my weight in this appetizer. For our entree, we each chose a different protein (one on rice, one on noodles). Those garlicky noodles - I could've eaten an entire dish of just those. On the noodles we got the rotisserie chicken. Honestly, that was my least favorite of it all. It had sort of an irony taste to it and it was a huge piece that was still on the bone. I don't care for having to work to get my meat off the bone (it was pretty difficult to separate from the bone). On the noodles we had the pork again - yummy. I'm excited to go back and try some of the other things! read more

King BBQ - Pulled pork with rice, rotisserie chicken with noodles, disco fries - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Shuai and Corrie shouldn't be allowed to open any more restaurants. Really, it isn't fair to the rest of the F&B world to have to compete with the GOAT. I am so glad I waited a couple of weeks and hit up the King BBQ popup at Edmund's today. They introduced two new menu items that feel custom-made for me: chicken-fried mushroom sandwich and corn casserole. I mean, can you even?! Corrie was the sweetest of sweet and threw in a side of the mac&cheese to sample as well. And, again, not that I expected anything less, but somehow my tastebuds are still surprised with every new item I try from them. The mushroom sandwich was massive. Absolutely gigantic. I really struggled to eat even half of it because I had to take weird half-bites since it was made for someone with a mouth significantly larger than mine. I took home the other half and it was too big for their bigger to-go container. Woops. The mac&cheese was creamy and delicious. They crumbled CheezIts on top for a nice crunch and drizzled some hot bbq sauce on top for an added (and welcomed) kick. The corn casserole was a perfect addition to round out the meal - it had great flavor and also had a drizzle of heat without being overwhelming. We got there right at noon and were able to bypass the crazy rush that came soon after. If you're trying to go, go early but try to get there before everyone clocks out for lunch so you can have your pick of the menu! read more

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The service was great, food was mediocre. Staff did a great job explaining the menu, but unfortunately was out of duck, which is what I was looking forward to. We ordered the Shrimp Toast Sliders, Wings, Ribs, Corn pudding, and BBQ Meats on Noodles. Shrimp Sliders: Very interesting, had crunch but the sauce was mostly what you taste. Wings: Typical buffalo wings. I assumed there would be some sort of Asian fusion, but there was none. Cha Shao Ribs: Good, but after the initial bite, not a ton of flavor. Corn pudding: Dry and was more like a soft cornbread with garnishes. BBQ Meats on Noodles: I got mine with pork and added the spicy option. I enjoyed the noodles, and if I go back would probably leave the pork off. The noodles were that good! I enjoyed the visit but I can't say it's at the top of my list for places to re-visit. Give it a try, definitely worth establishing your own opinion! read more

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What a lucky discovery before we ended up weekend in Charleston! The magazine feature of this hot spot lead us to King BBQ and it blew our socks off in terms of flavor, complexity and overall quality. The techniques used and fun fusion of cuisines are truly a match made in heaven. To pick a favorite is nearly impossible, but I'll share what I liked most about each dish. I'm nearly always a smoked/BBQ pork kinda gal - love the smoky notes paired with the mild flavor of pork. Add the sauce here which had a wonderful depth of sweet and savory, for a true umami appeal. It's a dish I could eat anytime of day - breakfast and midnight snack included. Plus the ability to roll it into the pancakes just makes eating it more fun. Which isn't to say the ribs and duck aren't also finger food - both were easily devoured as such. The duck was a wonderful surprise for a bbq menu option and the 5 spice plus smokiness were next level preparations. Pork ribs are a real treat as well and these were meaty and flavorful with a nice layer of fat melted in, just as you would hoped to see. The bok choy was fabulous side dish to balance the richness of the meats while also still delivering savory goodness with each bite. The techniques for infusing flavor and the slow cooking methods for perfect preparation were evident in every bite. I always say I'm not a big meat eater but damn good BBQ will keep me from ever turning away from it. With a place like this, I'd absolutely go back weekly I lived nearby. This place will soon have lines out the door and around the corner so take note and get your fix now - though you'll no doubt be addicted once you do! Props to the chef and staff for the incredible eats you're sharing with the community! read more

King BBQ - Baby bok choy with seasoned soy sauce, chao shao pork ribs, & smoked 5 spice duck leg - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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I don't know where to start with Kings BBQ. The food and the story behind the two are equally impressive. I won't get too much in to detail behind that, but this wonderful Chinese style BBQ is brought to us by the creators of Jack Rabbit Filly. And if you've ever had the pleasure to dine there, you already know Kings BBQ will be a hit. In classic Jack Rabbit fashion, it's encouraged to order family style if you are dining with friends. I was out with a friend, and we did just that. We ordered Moo Shu Pork, Fried Half Bird, Cha Shao Ribs and Vegetarian BBQ Fried Rice. The food was delivered very shortly after ordering and I cannot say enough positive things about it. The Moo Shu Pork is served with wraps where you can construct your own little pork wrap. The Fried Half Bird easily was my favorite, The chicken was smokey and juicy like you would expect from smoked chicken, but somehow extremely crispy like how you would have it from Asian fried chicken. Tossed in a sticky sweet sauce. I really do not know how they did it, but even the skin tasted seasoned, what I'm trying to say is the flavors were layered and hit you at different moments during your bite. The ribs were probably the closest thing to traditional BBQ, they were just perfectly smoked, and you clean the bone with each bite. The sauce for sure had an Asian flare to it, but had you tasted them blindly you would have thought it was just some delicious BBQ sauce. The Vegetarian BBQ Fried Rice paired perfectly with everything. Imagine your favorite fried rice, but some how tasted like it was smoked. It was that simple and very tasty. As Kings is not fully open, there are only certain days they serve out of local breweries, or their sister location Jack Rabbit Filly. I was crazy excited to try them out as I love Chinese food and BBQ, and I never would have thought to combine the two, but it easily is top five food experiences for me. When you think about it BBQ and Chinese food are very similar, sticky sweet sauces and very tender meats. Add smoke to the mix and you have Kings BBQ. Don't walk, but safely sprint to Kings BBQ when you get the chance. Visited 25 Jun 2023 read more

King BBQ - MOO SHU PORK, FRIED HALF BIRD, CHA SHAO RIBS, VEGETARIAN BBQ FRIED RICE - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

LOVE everything about King BBQ! The owners also own Jack Rabbit Filly which is one of the best restaurants in Charleston! We tried the hunan ribs, crab Rangoon, corn pudding, and disco fries and everything was AMAZING!! The staff was very friendly and the decor is so special! Please do your taste buds a favor and eat here, you will not leave disappointed or hungry!! read more

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Went to Tanger outlets and wanted a bite to eat close by , 10 min away hidden away is this gem. The food was so delicious and the service was great. You walk in, order at the counter, grab a number and silverware at the counter and place it at your table and they bring the food to you. The food came out very quick and now I don't think I can eat regular hush puppies The place is so beautifully decorated even the bathroom was pretty ! Definitely give them a try read more

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Food is great, cocktails are yummy. Nice bar, its Counter service- fyi Place is lively, food comes out quick. On par with Jack Rabbit Will be back read more

Great food, great service. Fun atmosphere. Always something new to try. Disco fries are a must try!!!! read more

King BBQ - Disco fries!!!!!! shrimp sliders and Todays special. All so yummy. Great staff and atmosphere. - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Amazing food and enjoyable dining experience! Easy to order and prompt service. Noodle and protein dishes are delicious. Corn pudding is worthy of its own review, it is a must order item. read more

King BBQ is a pop-up currently at Edmunds oast, 11am-9pm (or sold out). I'm a big supporter of jackrabbit filly so when they announced this new experiment I came to try (especially as a huge fan of American BBQ). The sides definitely were the star, the mac and cheese specifically was amazing. The Dan Dan was a big hit in our group, and the la chang sandwich had a great snap and flavor to it. My gf is canto and an expert on char siu, so we were really pleased with the ribs. It had an okay smoke flavor, but I did wish it was more tender. It was slightly tough/dry, not sure if it was pulled too early. Either way, the pop up is great and works well paired with Edmunds beers and drinks. Looking forward to the opening in 2023!!! read more

Mot sure why my review is not showing up so i will update and see it. As I mentioned this would run better with servers. I am not sure if this is a need concept but if you have a quality of service you should have servers for refills and food updates. It kind of kills the ambiance and makes it feel like a fast food place. read more

King BBQ - Krab rangoons - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

The food we had tasted pretty good but for the price, I would say maybe try somewhere else. We love JRF and were expecting the same but the food was only ok and a lot of food was out by 5:30pm. I think I am at my end for expensive food without any service, ambiance etc.. The folks working there were very nice but the price and overall experience don't line up. read more

amazing food and we were not expecting this insane flavor. The BBQ with Asian flair went well together. We had the pork combo, BBQ meat with noodle and each dish surpasses the previous one in terms of freshness and flavor. read more

The food was great there and the leftovers was too. I really liked everything. I will definitely go back.

Cool concept. Cool layout. You ordered drinks at the bar and could open your tab there and add on to your tab at the food ordering station. A friend highly recommended it. I thought that some of the food was really good including the Krab Rangoon which were really delicious thanks to the topping/base. But I was a little disappointed in the amount of that due to a pic I saw showing much more of that fine accoutrement. The duck was what we were after, and it was good but definitely could be better. It was a little tough to eat with the bone in it and not as tender as I would have liked. We had a nice salad with the ginger carrot dressing and enjoyed our visit. I am sure we will be back because I think honestly it was just not the perfect day. I want more of the Rangoon and may give the duck another chance. read more

the hours listed in Yelp are incorrect....actually opens for lunch at 1100, NOT 400 as listed in Yelp

Surprisingly expensive, especially given the lack of table service and experience of eating with plastic utensils off of paper plates on a plastic cafeteria tray. read more

Bravo Shuai Wang and team. Bravo! Spectacular. Now I must return next Tuesday to try the mushrooms that were sold out! Everything was delicious but the stars were the ribs and La Chang sausage. Ribs...money. Fall off bone with sticky crispy outside of Chinese bbq sauce. Unique and delicious. La Chang Sausage Sando...star of the show. It was like a Bratwurst, Chinese sausage, and a Banh Mi had a threesome and produced a love child. Great hot mustard sauce. Really good. Can't wait for Tuesdays! read more

King BBQ - Sausage Sando, krab dip, pulled pork, ribs. - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Stop and smell the flowers. Order the cake and enjoy the experience. Take your time and enjoy. The menu is solid and tasty. You have to and will return. read more

Solid little joint up in North Charleston serving interesting takes on Asian BBQ. It's very casual, no reservations and you order your food at the counter before taking a seat at one of the booths or tables. It fills up quickly so come early to avoid a long wait, however this is a spot to hit for late night or before going somewhere else. It's not the most inviting place to sit and hang for awhile (lines of people waiting to sit down and eat hovering by the door notwithstanding) the booth seats are very hard and there is absolutely nothing around so no walking to another place afterwards for a night cap. It's not a date spot either, unless you've been together quite some time and not bothering to impress anymore. The food is good, not extraordinary - portions are small and tended to be quite greasy, perfect for that late-night post drinking bite. read more

Disappointing food quality. Normally wouldn't leave a yelp review, but when I asked for a side of chili oil the server brought his toast pos to our outside table, charged me $2 for it, never brought it to me and was blissfully unaware of the fact when he bussed our table 15 minutes later. Not bothered by the fact that he forgot, we're all human, but don't charge me for your damn condiments. read more