Restaurants & Dining
Best BBQ Restaurants in Myrtle Beach
From ribs and steak to barbecued chicken, pork, beef, and more, everyone has their favorite BBQ dish that is finger lickin’ good.
We asked for our fans’ favorite BBQ restaurants a few years back in our Beachie awards, and we found that “barbecue” means different things to different folks. We decided it would be best to break up the BBQ category into BBQ (such as ribs) and Carolina BBQ (like pulled pork topped with your BBQ sauce of choice).
Check out this list of the best restaurants for BBQ in Myrtle Beach, and be sure to take a look at our list of best places for Carolina BBQ in Myrtle Beach, too!
Sweet Carolina’s Smokehouse and Grill
1207 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Located at Broadway at the Beach, Sweet Carolina’s serves up pulled-pork BBQ, ribs and chicken along with Lowcountry seafood favorites. The Southern theme is reflected in the ambiance with a spacious front porch perfect for people watching while enjoying the smells of hickory-smoked meats.
Carolina Roadhouse
4617 N Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
This popular eatery serves up a variety of steaks and seafood, and it was also our fans’ top pick for barbecue. The famous Roadhouse ribs are prepared with a charred exterior and fall right off the bone. Choose from a single or double rack of Danish Baby Back ribs; a slow-roasted BBQ reef; or the house special prime rib. BBQ beef and chicken sandwiches are also available.
Damon's Oceanfront Bar & Grill
2985 S. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
With the URL ribsribsribs.com, Damon’s gives visitors a pretty good idea of what they’re all about. Ribs come in original BBQ and spicy BBQ and are served in half or full racks. You can also pair ribs with Damon’s BBQ chicken breast. Steaks, sandwiches, salads and burgers are also options.
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
3735 Oleander Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
With locations throughout the U.S., Dickey’s serves up pit-smoked meats with homestyle sides. Choose from pulled pork, beef brisket, BBQ honey ham, Spicy cheddar sausage, pork ribs, chicken or turkey and pair them with mac & cheese, baked potato casserole, baked beans or a number of other choices. Sandwiches, salads and stuffed baked potatoes are also available.
Little Pigs BBQ
6102 Frontage Road, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Locals rave that Little Pigs has the best BBQ in town — and they are talking about the pulled-pork variety. Served with or without a bun, Little Pigs’ BBQ comes with a choice of two sides and either a mustard, vinegar or tomato-based sauce. For a hungry crowd, Little Pigs offers bulk takeout and family packs. Other menu items include burgers, grilled cheese and chicken fingers.
Hog Heaven BBQ
7147 Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Hog Heaven is located just south of Pawleys Island and serves a daily buffet loaded with down-home cooking and pulled-pork BBQ. They also serve a full menu, including ribs, sandwiches, seafood and chicken. Catering and takeout are also available.
Big Mike’s
504 16th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Big Mike’s Soul Food will fill up your belly and your heart with downhome comfort food made with love. This casual restaurant specializes in Southern favorites such as fried chicken and collards,plus barbecue options like BBQ wings, chicken, pork chops, and more. The heaping Blue Plate Specials change here daily, so be sure to call ahead and make sure that your favorite item is available.
Simply Southern Smokehouse
1913 Mr. Joe White Ave, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Hungry? Head over to Simply Southern Smokehouse for an all-you-can-eat buffet that will satisfy your craving for delectable barbecue. As the name suggests, this restaurant specializes in Southern cuisine that will keep you coming back for more. The buffet includes barbecue items such as barbecue chicken, ribs, barbecue pulled pork, and more, plus tons of tasty sides!