Continuing with our community series and highlighting the great venues and things to do in the Beaufort area, our blog today explores the sensational southern BBQ restaurants in Beaufort! As we all know, BBQ isn’t just something that you ‘do’, it’s a style, and here in Beaufort, it’s taken seriously with some of the best recipes, fusions, and interpretations you’ll find anywhere in the country. And as you’d expect from any great BBQ joint, these amazing venues provide all the Fixin's as well. Take a look and plan your visit soon to settle those southern BBQ cravings.

Q on the Bay- Conveniently located in downtown Beaufort and one of the best for smoky, mouth-watering BBQ.  Great selections from platters inclusive of pulled pork, burnt ends, brisket, baby-back ribs, chicken and more.  Plus, many appetizers and sides to suit your taste…and don’t forget an ice-cold beer to wash it all down.  All in a great relaxed atmosphere with great southern hospitality.

Dukes BBQ of Beaufort- As the slogan says, “So Dag Gone Good”. Voted as the best BBQ restaurant in Beaufort and the Lowcountry, and a staple since its inception in 1946, Dukes serves up slow-cooked quality meats every time.  Whether you choose the buffet or single plates, this restaurant is sure to please every discriminating taste! pulled pork, ribs, chicken, BBQ chicken, and more “Fixin's” than you can even imagine. Make sure to come hungry! This is southern comfort food at its best.

KC Mike’s Smokin’- Hailing from Kansas City, KC Mike and KC Nancy are famous for their Brunswick Stew- made from smoked pork butt, smoked beef brisket, and smoked chicken breast as well as veggies & seasonings in a tomato base and can be served over rice, grits, potatoes, or pasta. Delicious! But that’s not all, they also serve mouth-watering pulled pork, beef brisket, smoked chicken thighs, and baby back ribs…all in Mike’s famous KC style. With a convenient Boundary Street location and a backroom for fun and a covered patio, KC Mike’s Smokin’ not only offers exceptional BBQ to satisfy your bellies but lots of fun and conversation for you and your guests.

Roadhouse Ribs- Situated in Port Royal, Roadhouse Ribs offers classic American BBQ.  Dry rubbed meats, slow cooked to perfection with a tantalizing selection of items to choose from.  You’ll experience a variety of southern BBQ styles from South Carolina’s mustard base, the sweet style of Texas, and the dry rub of Tennessee.  All offering a fusion of flavor explosions. Menu options include pulled pork, beef brisket, spare ribs, roadhouse sausage, BBQ pulled chicken, burgers, steak, salmon, shrimp, and oysters. Have a sweet tooth?  The desserts here are absolutely incredible!!  If you love BBQ, you don’t want to miss Roadhouse Ribs.

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