RESTAURANT GUIDE nachos in a hip, family-friendly atmosphere. Awardwinning dry rubbed wings are not to be missed. A number of housemade BBQ sauces are available on the table to douse meat as you please. Lewis BBQ (D) 464 N. Nassau St., 805-9500. The first thing you’ll notice when you pull up to Lewis Barbecue are the massive, custom-made smokers, welded by the pitmaster himself. Order at the counter, where John Lewis is slicing up true Central Texas barbecue, cut-toorder and daily specials to enjoy indoors or on the patio. Martin’s BBQ Joint (JI) 1622 Highland Ave, 790- 0838. Pit masters come in at 5 a.m. every morning at this James Island location and smoke a whole hog for 20 hours over hickory hardwood coals. In addition to pulled pork, beef and chicken, Martin’s serves up delicious smoked wings and brisket, and Southern sides and pies are made in-house. An outdoor area and lively bar has cornhole games. Open daily 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. and until 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Melvin’s Barbecue (MP) 925 Houston Northcutt Blvd, 843-795-6794. Founded by South Carolina’s Original Family of Mustard Based BBQ, this small family business was voted in <strong>2021</strong> <strong>Charleston</strong>’s Best BBQ! Melvin’s BBQ cooks over all wood and slathers their pork with their signature tangy sauce that gives South Carolina’s BBQ its distinct authentic flavor. Along with BBQ, Melvin’s burgers are one of <strong>Charleston</strong>’s best kept secrets! With over 80 years of experience, and a large menu full of options, Melvin’s BBQ is sure to delight the whole family. Rodney Scott BBQ (D) 1011 King St., 990-9535. Famed pit master Rodney Scott brings his awardwinning BBQ to <strong>Charleston</strong>, with whole hog cooking to a trendy, counter-service location on King Street. Sauce is slathered on the hog while its cooking in a closelyheld recipe. Options include piled-high plates and sandwiches, ribs and more with classic sides like collards, baked beans and fresh baked hand pies. Open daily 11 am. – 9 p.m. Bars and Taverns Tuesday through Saturday 5 to 10PM 82 Society Street • <strong>Charleston</strong>, SC 843-577-1102 • www . charlestonmuse . com Mediteranean cuisine with Homemade Pastas & Bread Celiac & Vegan Options Outside Dining Indoor Dining Craft Cocktails. 75 Wines by the Glass Dunleavy’s Pub (SI) 2213 Middle St., 883-9646. Traditional Irish-American fare offering excellent burgers, pub dogs, sandwiches from crab cakes to roast beef, salads and plate specials. Large beer selection and outdoor seating available. Moe’s Crosstown (D) 714 Rutledge Ave., 641-0469. No-frills vintage pub located near Hampton Park has an extensive menu of burgers, sandwiches and late-night menu for bar bites. A pool table and multiple TVs brings in sports fans and cold draft beer and happy hour specials brings in a regular crowd. Poe’s Tavern (SI) 2210 Middle St., 883-0083. Festive local pub serving fish tacos, sandwiches, salads and the best burgers on the island. Lunch and dinner daily. St. James Gate (FB) 11 Center St., 588-0002. This classic tavern on Folly Beach has Irish entrees like bangers and mash and Shepherd’s Pie, many whiskeys and live music. Pair a classic Irish dish with their famous frozen Irish coffee or a perfectly-poured pint of Guinness. Café 60 Bull Cafe (D) 60 Bull St., 718-3145. Upscale eatery offers elegant deli sandwiches, soups, salads and breakfast bites, as well as a variety of homemade prepared foods, deli meats and cheeses, produce and boutique wines and beer. Open daily. 9 am- 9 pm. 108 | <strong>Charleston</strong><strong>Living</strong>Mag.com
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