Charleston · Upper King

Lewis Barbecue

Name: Lewis Barbecue
Address: Charleston, SC, US
Price range: $$

#5 in CharlestonBarbecue$$

Awards

4.8

What People Are Saying

“We were visiting Charleston from SLC and saw how well-rated Lewis' was. Our entire family (2 of us parents and 5 kids from 5-17) went and everyone found something to love. The service was great--our slicer was very friendly and everyone behind the co...”

New Buzz

Lewis Barbecue brings the best of Austin (by way of Charleston) to the Beltline

Atlanta Magazine · 3 months ago

Charleston pitmaster behind Michelin-recognized Lewis Barbecue to open new restaurant

Post and Courier · 7 months ago

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HRL Ranking

Apr 22May 18Jun 15Jul 13

John Lewis

Head Chef

John Lewis is the pitmaster and founder of Lewis Barbecue, known for Central Texas-style barbecue. He is recognized for welding his own custom smokers and has earned recognition from the prestigious Michelin Guide for culinary excellence and value.

What to Order

Brisket

Get it sliced, not in a nacho or sandwich. The bark is the point, and regulars say it's the best they've ever had.

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