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4.1 (1.5k reviews)

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Good for kids

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Pork rinds
Amber N.

It was so busy that indoor seating was completely full, but the wait for my food was reasonable once I ordered so they were very efficient. The staff also showed positive, friendly attitudes. The food was perfect-- tender pulled pork, flavorful greens, and soulful mac and cheese. I also tried the pork rinds which were not too salty like most pork rinds. My only regret is not ordering extra cornbread because it was perfectly fluffy and buttered.

Whole hog
Emily A.

A must bbq while in Charleston. Banana pudding, I need not say more. Get it. Also the pulled pork was seasoned sooooo well and so flavorful. Fries on point. Tiny bit off the beaten path. Great seating options indoor/outdoor. Friendly workers, delicious bbq. Rodney Scott is the man!

Chopped pork plate.
Brian C.

We arrived around 1;30 on a Monday and I was surprised it wasn't packed. We were able to,order right away. My wife ordered a chopped pork sandwich, our son ordered brisket and spare rib combo, and I ordered the chopped pork plate. My sides were Mac and cheese with beans, my wife had potato salad, our son had fries and Mac and cheese. Food was delivered in about 3-4 minutes. The first thing I noticed with the pork was the vinegar pepper taste. I know they mop the whole hog that way nit had more spice than I was expecting. It was good but it's just different from the pulled pork I'm used to in Kentucky. Mac and cheese was delicious. Lots of cheese and creamy. Beans were fabulous. Some spice which I enjoyed. Cornbread had a touch of sweetness but not overly sweet. My wife liked her sandwich but it was a little spicy for her taste. The potato salad was very mustard based and was delicious. We all enjoyed the fries our son ordered. The brisket was very good with a strong pepper flavor. Spare ribs, not my cup of tea. I prefer baby back but these didn't have the clean bite I enjoy. Again, nothing wrong with them a great taste but just different than what I'm used to and my preference. All in all, very good and I can see why it is so highly rated and recommended. Again, regional differences in barbecue are distinct and it is what you're used to and what you prefer. It was delicious. I would eat there again. I enjoyed the spice with the pork. Me personally, I'd recommend the chopped pork.

Athena B.

Amazing BBQ spot! The brisket chili was a sneaky favorite. Ribs could've been a bit more tender but all in all solid spot!

Drue G.

It's great every time we go. We visit family every year and always make it a point to come to Rodney's. The food is great and service is great. Their style of BBQ is the best.

Banana pudding and apple hand pie
Mia M.

Delicious and good value bbq! I'm not a huge bbq fan, or meat fan in general, so while I wouldn't say that I'm a southern bbq connoisseur, Rodney Scott's was great! We came at around 8:15 on a Saturday - it was busy, but we were able to find a table indoors and didn't have to wait to order. 3 of us shared the pit master combo of 4 meats and 4 sides for ~$42 before tax and tip. It was a ton of food, and we came home with enough leftovers for another meal for one. The brisket was our favorite meat by far, and the collared greens were our favorite side. We also shared an apple hand pie which was good but nothing that special, and the banana pudding which was huge and delicious. I would come back to Rodney Scott's if I'm back in Charleston and looking for some southern bbq!

Becca S.

This was some classic South Carolina bbq. We were planning on going to a different bbq place with our visit to Charleston, but our uber driver insisted this was the place to go! It was very good. Perfect for a lunch spot. That was evident by the amount of locals in there just grabbing a quick sandwich on their lunch breaks. Had I gone on a warmer day, I definitely would have eaten outside because the outdoor seated looked so fun. I feel like the highlights for me were trying the 4 sauces and the Mac n cheese. The Kathy sauce was my favorite. This is definitely a place to try if you are looking for classic bbq in SC.

Cleaned
Tiffany D.

I enjoyed dropping in for a quick lunch! You order at the counter have the food is brought out to you. The service was helpful. The a/c was pumping inside, which was great for a hot day. There is indoor and outdoor seating. I got the half chicken, which was pretty tasty. I wasn't able to eat the greens because they have pork, but I tried the mac and cheese and hush puppies. The mac and cheese was pretty good, not extra creamy, but still a good flavor. I did not care for the hush puppies too much. I didn't get all of the bells and whistles, as someone who does not eat pork or red meat, but I enjoyed what I had.

Linda P.

Went here for lunch and really enjoyed it. The menu is great--solid Southern food done well without being too fancy. Prices are reasonable, service is fast, and it's a perfect spot for a quick, easy, satisfying meal. Definitely a good go-to if you want something tasty and uncomplicated in Charleston.

Hush puppies, beans and smoked turkey
Eliza H.

Always delicious and fantastic service. We are fans since the Hemingway days and third-generation Scott's fans. The pork is great but honestly we love the brisket, turkey and steak sandwich just as much. Try the onion rings and the Bama 16 sauce. They're renovating the patio and outdoor seating area, FYI.

Pulled pork, brisket, Mac & cheese, beans
Melanie M.

I got a 2 meat combo plate- brisket, pulled pork, mac & cheese, and beans. The portions were huge. I was so full. I'm not used to vinegar based bbq sauce. There were 4 options but they mostly tasted the same. The pulled pork was weird. The brisket was very good. Mac and cheese was good and very cheesy but could've been more creamy. I like spicy food but the beans were too spicy they weren't too enjoyable.

Ali R.

I was recommended this James Beard Award Winning BBQ spot and it did not disappoint. I had their BBQ Pulled Pork Platter with Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens, Cornbread and a Sweet Tea. Everything was delicious. The service was ok. There were a bunch of teens working so some were better to interact with than others. They have indoor and outdoor seating which was great as the weather wasn't too hot outside. The indoor wasn't bad but the AC was on high enough for me to choose outdoor dining. Overall delicious food. The parking is limited and questionable but it's definitely worth checking out.

Eric V.

TL;DR. Made this part of a Charleston vacation. Seeing as how Rodney Scott has been built up as the poster boy for Carolina BBQ, this place was disappointing. Seeing as how Rodney Scott has been built up as the poster boy of Carolina BBQ, I shoulda known better. Now it's plain to see: anything Netflix get behind is more hollow than a jack-o'-lantern, more vacant than a parcel of land in Detroit, more... The sides? Mid tier. For good soul food sides, go to Hannibal's on the other side of town. But whatever about the sides. We're here for the BBQ. Pulled pork was yuck-o. Dryer than the conditions that lead to a California wildfire. A slice of white bread comes with the meal to "sop up all the juices," fool please. There were less juices than a post-meno... nevermind. Mr Scott crossed my path today, causing me to remember his over hyped restaurant. My dude teamed up with Target and now slings this sauce with this whack labeling. Rodney never had it.

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Reviews are largely positive. Many highlight the flavorful barbecue, especially the ribs and brisket, and enjoy the delicious sides. The friendly and efficient service and welcoming atmosphere also stand out.

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Is this place very crowded at dinner?

Yes, but they move quickly!

Will they likely run out of food or certain items by dinner time? I want to try to go a weekday for dinner and was also wondering how long the wait would be. Thanks.

If it isn't busy, the wait is roughly 15-20 min. I've only been for dinner on a weekday maybe 6 times, but there's never been a shortage of food. Enjoy!

Does anyone have tips about ordering takeout for a family of 6 on thanksgiving day, 11/25/2021? Is it recommended that I place an online order days or weeks in advance...?

When I went there was no option to place order online or over phone so.. IDK. Sorry & good luck.

Do they take reservations for lunch?

I do not believe so. We got there 15 minutes before they opened & there were 30 ppl in front of us. First come first serve I believe.

Do they have deep fried pork skins?

They had fried skins near the register

Do they have Brunswick stew?

No

Sounds like a classic place? If you can only make it there once what do you order?

I haven't tried it all but you can't go wrong with the pulled pork (sandwich or plate). The Mac and cheese and baked beans are really really good. And Rodney's sauce for dipping!

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