always very good excellent selections always on time pick up pork is first rate seems like they are redoing inside read more

The pulled pork sandwich was had a great smoky taste. The baked beans were sweet and spicy back kick. Even the coleslaw was delicious. I am not much of a for BBQ but I would recommend Martin's BBQ Joint . Service was fast and has the vibe of a southern BBQ place. read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Pull Pork Sandwich. Looks can be deceiving. The sandwich was delicious and filling. - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

A random stop before heading back to Florida; now that this is home will be sure to frequent frequently! I know it's a BBQ joint, but can we talk about the fried chicken sandwich?? read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Fried Chicken Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Casual place with counter service - order and pay, seat yourself, and get a number and food brought out pretty quickly in about 10-15 mins. Substantial portions although the brisket burger and catfish sandwiches are not so big with price to match. The brisket burger in appearance looks just like a hamburger as the meat is minced. The catfish is deep fried in a nice crispy batter. Order the platters if you want a heavier meal. Nice atmosphere, lots of family groups, dining room seating as well as an outdoor area. Good place for groups where you want the convenience of paying separately without having to split bills.u read more

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This place checks all the boxes for fantastic BBQ! The brisket is so tender and tasty, the BBQ sauce is tangy with just a hint of heat and NO mustard in it, no styrofoam plates, no plastic utensils, AND they have pecan pie!!! Way to go, Martins! read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Top-tier BBQ and exceptional service! We had a fantastic experience here. The food was awesome. Our entire family couldn't get enough of the brisket. And the hospitality here really stood out. We had a totally minor issue and the team went above and beyond. Phenomenal BBQ and phenomenal management and staff. We'll definitely be back every time we're in the area! read more

Always stop here at least once when we are in town. The brisket best in Charleston in my opinion and all the other options are great too from smoked wings to pulled pork. Hand cut fries are amazing as is the broccoli salad. It's always consistently good food and friendly staff. Great spot to catch a game or have a casual dinner with family. read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Brisket sandwich with fries - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Obviously the BBQ is great, but they serve the best fried catfish I've ever had, bar none. It's not close. Friendly service, ice cold beer, perfect casual atmosphere. I'm so happy when I come here. read more

Big shoutout to Martin's BBQ in Charleston, SC for( 140 boxes ) an amazing post-game meal! The food was on point -- tender pulled pork, juicy smoked chicken, and the brisket was perfect. The sides hit just right too -- mac and cheese, and kettle chips is true Southern flavor. The service was fast, friendly, and handled our whole crew like pros. Nothing better than great BBQ after a hard-fought game. Highly recommend Martin's BBQ -- elite food, great people, and real Southern hospitality. #SCSUFOOTBALL #GoDogs #TeamMeal #CharlestonEats #MartinsBBQ read more

I came to Martins on my lunch break and ordered the brisket salad with some of their dry rubbed smoked wings for takeout. The place has a cool bar area and then a separate restaurant section to dine in or take out. Wings were excellent, brisket just a bit fattier than I like it but overall some decent BBQ on James island. It's definitely worth a try, have a drink and relax while you are there too! read more

Stopped here with my friend for dinner! The pulled pork sandwich was tender and flavorful, sauce was great and the sides were just as good. Get the mac and cheese. We also got the pulled pork nachos, top notch as well the slaw they put on it has a bit of sweetness and goes really well with the rest of the plate! Excellent customer service. The decor has a great selection of vintage collectibles! read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Pulled Pork Sandwich with Mac & Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Super fast and friendly service! I only had an hour to have lunch during a training and found Martin's was nearby! Got my food super fast and it was delicious! I got the pork shoulder platter. For sides I got the hushpuppies and baked beans. Their house bbq sauce was a little too spicy for me but the meat didn't really need much. You could taste the smoke and full flavor of the pork shoulder! It is very casual and clean. They also have a very nice outdoor space if you like fresh air! read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

We were met with a warm welcome from almost the entire staff once we entered their doors. One of the tastiest barbecue places I had the pleasure of eating at, and the entire restaurant has character on each and every wall. The owner, as well as our server, Sophia, were very kind and friendly. read more

To be honest, I was a little nervous when the school let us know we would be required to eat somewhere they chose on the overnight field trip. I am so very picky about where I eat and make sure to check food scores often but Martin's had an excellent score which put my mama heart right at ease! When we pulled up in the bus it was the cutest place! This is top notch BBQ. My daughter and I both got the BBQ sandwich with Mac and Cheese, green beans and a small side of coleslaw. The BBQ sandwich was bussin' no cap, y'all! So good! The Mac and cheese was tasty as well with corkscrew noodles with a white cheese sauce and the slaw was surprisingly delicious I ate my kiddos slaw too! lol! I could have done without the green beans they were prepared very southern but that's just my personal taste my friend and fellow chaperone loved them! I was so impressed with the team at this restaurant they knew we were coming 32 kids, 16 parents, 4 teachers and they worked like a well oiled machine no rushing around, no panicking, no delays, just a fully prepared team ready to help our party plus their regular crowd with smiles and friendliness even though they were busy. We had a great experience at Martins and will be recommending it to everyone going to Charleston from now on!! read more

Went for late lunch. Place was empty but it was 2pm. Cool place and seems like great place to watch some games. Everything was tasty. Portion size was a bit underwhelming compared to other BBQ places we frequent in CHS area but overall very good. Would recommend read more

Juicy, cheesy, burger and the baked beans are packed full of flavor. The outside seating and bar make a great experience while dining here. Check it out if you've never been. read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Southern "Paddy" Melt - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Big fan of this place on James Island - great outdoor bar setup with tvs Order at the counter & find a seat... went with the most cost effective option pulled chicken & Mac - cost me around $13 bucks Great Smokey flavor to the chicken & the Mac was seasoned nicely. I'll be back next time I'm on the island!! read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Nachos - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Ordered on a work trip to Charleston and opted for takeout, which may have impacted my overall experience but, I have certainly experienced better BBQ than what I found at Martin's. The meat, lacked that signature 'smoked' flavor and tender texture that I'm so accustomed to from Southern BBQ. The sauces were also a letdown; they tasted more like a mixture of various store-bought sauces rather than anything with unique or balanced flavors and didn't complement the meat. It felt like it missed the mark entirely. I ordered two sides which proved to be an unnecessarily frustrating experience. The allergies/ingredients weren't included on the menu. I don't (obviously) need a full ingredients list but, would like to know which items included Pork and had to hunt for over 20 mins online to find and/or verify which sides had bacon etc. The staff was polite and quick but, also seemed unsure of what sides had pork and/or bacon byproduct. I mayyyyyy come back and dine-in during a less chaotic time which might help enhance the meal as the vibes and prices are def in the right place but, not sure if I can handle another bland brisket heartbreak. read more

My favorite barbecue restaurant in the Charleston metropolitan area. Their chicken is so tender and tasty and they have some awesome sides!

So great! From the space to the service, everything was top notch. I'm not really a BBQ connoisseur, but I loved it. The beef brisket had a great smoky flavor and the bun was perfectly toasted. The wings were very tender and well-seasoned. Claire was so sweet and awesome, answered all of my questions and gave some great recommendations. All of the staff members were friendly! They have indoor and outdoor seating with many places to sit outside under the covered patio. They have heaters for colder nights. $38 for brisket sandwich w/ side, wings, & 1 drink. read more

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Ordered here for a luncheon today. Got the brisket, smoked bologna, and fried chicken sandwiches. They were a hit with the staff. I had the brisket and it was delicious. Their homemade potato chips are a tasty dude to go with the sandwiches. I highly recommend Martin's for tasty bbq in Charleston. read more

Probably the best wings I've had in a long time. Variety of sauces and good portions. Mac n cheese was great. Others raved about the hush puppies. The place was packed so we ordered to go. read more

For several years we have ordered from Martin's for Christmas. This year we ordered brisket, smoked turkey, sweet potatoes casserole, hash brown casserole and gravy. Everything was wonderful! The friendly staff made pickup a joy instead of a chore, the heating instructions were clear and precise and everyone enjoyed a very stress free and tasty lunch! read more

Don't bring kids. They are not welcome. worst service of anywhere In Charleston. Avoid at all costs.

Nothing like an ice cold Arnold Palmer after a day at the pumpkin patch (in 85 degree weather lol). Martin's continues to just be an absolute staple. Love to stop in and grab a drink at the bar or get some grub. read more

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Martin's is right up there with the best BBQ spots I've had around the country. I can't recall the last time I've had brisket just melt in my mouth like that. I'll be dreaming about that smokey and fatty brisket for a long time. They've set the bar for brisket and I'm just going to be disappointed when I go to any other place when I go back home to Boston. We got their family dinner that feeds 6 and for less that $70, you can't beat it. An entire chicken, 2-3 slices of brisket per person, and 3 sides. Really love their Mac and cheese. Can't recommend this place enough! read more

I live in Texas which has awesome barbecue so I thought I'd try something else - all my brothers got bbq and it looked awesome and they really enjoyed it- but I went for the Smoked Bologna Sandwich which was outstanding! Will get it again! read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Absolutely delicious! We had the Big Brother Sampler. Fall off the bone dry rub ribs and brisket.

I left this restaurant feeling like a new woman. Best damn bbq i've ever had!! Came here out of convince and this will become a spot we will keep coming back too! read more

Very good barbecue service was exceptional fast and polite brisket was one of the best I have had and Mac and Cheese was also very good

Dry rub wings and Alabama white sauce. Need I say more? Great team and comfortable patio/bar area.

Food was awesome, fabulous taste, staff friendly, even my very picky daughter live the pulled pork, loved the sweet southern bbq sauce. The Mac and cheese oh so good, the broccoli salad was good and I don't normally like boccHad adult drinks, orange crush did not care for it at all did not have an orange flavor. They have Hehi peace yum. soft drinks. Filled me up. read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Brisket meal yummmmm 10 put of 10 - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

This was our 2nd of 3 BBQ joints while visiting Charleston and Folly Beach for the summer. Also the best. As a South Texas native they blew me away with their beef brisket and their smoked turkey. The sauce was bold and spicy. The beans were as well. The corn bread came in the shape of a flap jack which was odd, but unique. Awesome outdoor seating area and bar. Lots of South Carolina colleges decor. Super friendly staff and manager. I would eat here every week if I lived here. Thanks y'all! read more

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This place is fire, really good food. BBQ is just as good as any I have had in this town. Huge plate of food for what I paid for. Kids meal is reasonably priced. This is a great neighborhood BBQ joint. Not as designer as the places downtown, but for what it is it's amazing. The cornbread hoecake is a hidden gem, definitely unique. read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Half Rack with fries and a cornmeal pancake - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

This place was so amazing! Had the smoked turkey baked beans and Mac and all delicious! Hubby had the ribs, they were awesome. I really enjoyed the people that run this place. Welcoming and warm read more

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Smoked turkey - Barbeque Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Loved visiting Martin's! We visited on a Wednesday evening and were able to find a table for 4 (there was also the option of going to the left at the entrance and visiting the bar). You order at the counter and bring a number to your table so the staff knows where to bring the food. The staff was very friendly and attentive, and our meals were served quickly. I ordered the Pulled Pork Shoulder Sandwich which comes with 1 choice of side (I chose Fries) and shared it with someone who got the Sliced Turkey Tray which comes with the choice of 2 sides (they chose Mac & Cheese and Broccoli Salad). It was all delicious bbq / southern comfort food. Loved it all! Looking forward to visiting again. read more

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Recently went to Martin's and had a great experience! For a barbecue joint, they've got an amazing burger. I also had a taste of their chicken sandwich, which was fantastic and all of the sides are so good. Our server was so helpful. The ordering at the counter is not my favorite but the follow up with the server was excellent. They had pretty cool music playing and the whole vibe was good. I will be going back. read more

Local flavors and Classic BBQ style... so many choices !Fun retro vibe, great outdoor space...impeccable attention to Gluten Free needs.Excellent Service! read more

Had a craving for some Southern BBQ and decided to try Martins BBQ. I did carry out service. I ordered the Family Platter which is 1lb. Meat of your choice, two pint sized sides and 4 rolls. I ordered pork, baked beans and Cole Slaw. The service was friendly and fast. There was a roomy indoor dining area and large outdoor patio area for football games or additional seating. The BBQ was delicious. Very tender, juicy with nice smokey flavor. The baked beans were so good. Spicy flavor with peppers and bits of BBQ pork mixed in! The cole slaw was creamy and crunchy with lots of flavor. I will come back again for this delicious BBQ. I would have given 5 stars but I realized that I didn't receive any BBQ sauces with carry out and had to use my own. read more

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After an afternoon of working out and running errands I just didn't feel like making dinner. Decided that I needed some comfort food. That's right, I'm talking BBQ. Stopped by Martin's BBQ for some carry out. I ordered the Family platter. You get 1lb of meat (pork, chicken or brisket) and two 1 pint sides. I selected baked beans and coleslaw. We also received 4 fresh buns to make sandwiches and au jus sauce. The BBQ pork was phenomenal! Meaty and smoky taste with just the right amount of those crispy, burnt skin pieces I love. The beans...omg! I put them on my sandwich. They tasted smoky, spicy and delicious. I ate way too many baked beans, y'all. The coleslaw was crunch, creamy and a bit sweet. The perfect compliment to the BBQ and beans. Prices were very reasonable. The staff was laid back and super friendly. I had my carry out within 5-10 mins. I did take a look around to see what dining in would be like. They have a fun sports bar with lots of TVs and seating- very spacious for game day or when extra seating is needed. Informal place to hang and relax with friends and family. The food is excellent. This may be my favorite BBQ place! read more

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