I was looking for a place that could accommodate myself and my 90 yo father for lunch. He tends to…read morelike chicken and relatively softer foods(he is 90!) and of course his red wine. I tend to be more on a high protein - low carb plan these days. We were already at Broadway at the Beach and I thought BBQ might work well so we headed over toward Sweet Carolina's. I've been there once before and kinda remembered liking the place and thought they had some funny signage to boot. We got there, walked up the ramp and "waited to be seated". There was one person ahead of us and they had already been there for 5 minutes. The place had some customers but it was still early and far from packed. Well, we waited and waited for a good 10 minutes until we were seated by a friendly hostess who turned out to also be only 1 of 2 wait staff working. I now remembered my last experience here which included good food but a long wait to get seated. We got to a nice, clean booth with a good view of the place and and started to look at the menu as the waitress hustled up a red wine for my dad and a seltzer water for me. When she returned we gave her our order which included a spicy chicken gumbo app for me followed by a three meat plate of smoked turkey, smoked BBQ chicken and ribs for me and a two meat plate of pulled smoked chicken and pulled pork for my dad. I ordered green beans as my side and my dad ordered hand cut fries. After a few minutes the food surprisingly appeared rather quickly. I was expecting a longer wait time because of how long it took to get seated but the food came out fast. It was hot and smelled great. My father commented, saying "they give you a lot of food in this place"...and he sure was right. We dove right in. I started with the spicy chicken gumbo which was spicy, hearty and tasty with bits of smoked sausage and shredded chicken. It was a meal in itself. I then went after the main event and started with the smoked turkey. It had a nice hickory smoked taste but was a tad dry. The chicken was much better. It was moist, smoky and fell off the bone. The BBQ sauce was outstanding with a bit of a kick to it. The ribs were soft, moist and smokey. The green beans were also tasty with hints of pork and a nice smoked flavor. My dad loved his pulled smoked chicken and even liked the pork(he's not a big pork eater these days!). He said it "has a nice flavor" and that it was "great". It was soft, tender and juicy. He loved the fries(always his favorite part of the meal). This was most I've seen him eat in one sitting in quite a while so I know he enjoyed it. We declined dessert as we were both stuffed. By this time the restaurant has become crowded so I asked for the check to open up our booth for other customers The check came quickly and I paid. Overall, the food was very good, the place was clean and had a nice "country vibe" and after the initial long wait to be seated the wait staff was excellent, attentive and very friendly. Whenever, I'm in the mood for BBQ at Broadway on the Beach, I'll be heading here.

Came in at about 1PM the place was quiet and mostly empty. Severe was up beat but really left us…read morehanging a few times. The kids had chicken tenders and fries and a MacN Cheese.. Chicken and fries were good / hot, the mac n cheese was just warm, however my kiddo would eat it cold anyway. The rest was not so good. Ordered the bbq platter with baked beans. The beans pretty much came right out of the can. The BBQ was cold and dry but there was a good portion, not that it made up for the disappointment. The place was clean and I liked the vibe but overall will not return there are too many other places that are way better around here.

Bonfire Taqueria might sound like your typical Mexican spot--but don't let the name fool you. When…read moreI first mentioned it to my wife, she was curious enough to say, "Let's try it." That spontaneous decision turned into one of our favorite discoveries. We had just moved from Virginia to Conway and were still getting a feel for the area, so everything felt new. The restaurant offered both indoor and outdoor seating, but the real draw? A peaceful view of the Waccamaw Riverwalk. Sitting outside, overlooking the water, we instantly relaxed--it was the perfect welcome to our new town. Then came the food--and wow. We were blown away. I ordered the seafood sampler loaded with shrimp, oysters, catfish, tater tots, and coleslaw. Every bite was fresh, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. My wife went with the pulled pork dinner, complete with classic sides, pickles, and Texas toast. We swapped bites and couldn't stop raving about how good everything was--especially for the price. Coming from Virginia, I thought I knew BBQ--ketchup-based and familiar. But this was something else entirely. That rich, tangy mustard-based South Carolina barbecue completely changed my expectations. It was a delicious surprise that instantly made me a fan. Our waitress let us know they served brunch on weekends--so back we went. Same riverside view, same laid-back vibe, but a whole new level of indulgence. I ordered the Brunch Chimichanga--crispy, savory perfection--while my wife went all-in on the Brunch Burger: French toast, sausage beef patty, over-easy egg, bacon, American cheese, maple syrup, powdered sugar, and hashbrown casserole. Yes, it was as incredible as it sounds. Now, Bonfire Taqueria isn't just a place we tried--it's a place we return to again and again. Great food, relaxing views, and a welcoming atmosphere make it one of our go-to spots to unwind, sip a drink, and soak in everything we love about downtown Conway.

I was there 2 times. First, The table seats are very uncomfortable so right off the bat I wasn't…read morehappy. The food was way too smokey and everything was dry and lackluster. So we ate and rushed out because our butts were sore! Didn't even order drinks. Suggestions: *Get comfortable chairs for customers. *Take that meat off the smoker a little sooner.

Mark is a true pit master! Amazing ribs. I can't wait to come back and try the pulled pork and…read morechicken! Great job mark. Pittsburgh, PA coming back Labor Day weekend, see you again.

There's no polite way to say it: something fundamental has been lost at Old South BBQ…read more On a recent sunny afternoon, a friend and I--both barbecue enthusiasts--set out to try Old South after hearing it had reopened under new management. I had never been, but my friend spoke of it with near reverence, describing a once-legendary roadside joint steeped in South Carolina barbecue tradition. And that tradition matters. In South Carolina, barbecue isn't just food--it's history. Proper whole-hog or pulled pork is defined by slow cooking over hardwood coals--hickory or oak--for upwards of 8 to 12 hours. The state proudly claims all four major regional sauce styles, from the iconic mustard-based "Carolina Gold" to vinegar, light tomato, and heavy tomato sauces. It's a place where technique and patience are inseparable from authenticity. Old South still looks the part. The atmosphere is classic and charming: a casual, no-frills roadside spot with a nostalgic 1950s picnic scene, complete with indoor seating and outdoor tables. It's family-friendly, dog-friendly, and on the surface, exactly the kind of place you want to love. The menu hits all the expected notes--pulled pork, baby back ribs, chicken--and the house-made sauces are genuinely enjoyable. But then the food arrives. The wings, ribs, and pulled pork were all missing the one thing that defines barbecue: smoke. Not subtle smoke--none. It tasted as though everything had been cooked in a gas oven. Yes, the food was tender and even flavorful in places, but without that slow-smoked backbone, it feels hollow. If smoke isn't part of the process, can it really be called barbecue? Curious--and increasingly skeptical--we walked over to the smokehouse. It looked abandoned. No lingering wood aroma, no signs of recent use, not even a stray log in sight. When I asked our server about the pitmaster, she casually mentioned he usually comes in around 4 p.m.--a surprising detail, considering authentic barbecue is an all-day (and often all-night) process. At that point, the analogy felt unavoidable: if you put a Hyundai engine in a Porsche 911, is it still a Porsche? My friend and I left with the same conclusion--Old South BBQ may still carry the name and the look, but it's lost its soul. The bones of something great are still there, but without the craft and care that once defined it, it feels like a tribute rather than the real thing. To be fair, our server was friendly and attentive, and that effort didn't go unnoticed. But good service can't replace what's missing from the pit. For a place once remembered as a cornerstone of South Carolina barbecue, that's a tough rib to swallow.

True hospitality, the beautiful ladies greeted us with such welcoming smiles with amazing…read morerecommendations. The food amazing.. we ordered all the meats and they did not disappoint.. got samples of several sauces (Baby and Uncle were my fav) definitely a must try

Going three stars with this - my wife and I went here today - she got the brisket platter and I had…read morethe chicken. I've been really having bad luck with chicken lately and my pulled chicken had bone in it -- not just one but three different bites with bone. That's why the three stars. The rice & hash side, macaroni salad, mac & cheese, and bean sides were good. Wife liked her brisket. Really kind of a dive though - and wife and I both had to pee but there were no bathrooms - not even a port-a-potty. I did like the sides and may go back to try the pulled pork - will update this review if I do that.

This is an update to my review of Bar-B-Que House, and it's all about one of Myrtle Beach's…read morebest-kept secrets: the off-menu half fried chicken. A few locals pointed me in its direction, and I'm glad they did. You won't find it anywhere on the menu--this is one of those "if you know, you know" dishes that's worth asking for. The chicken was simply outstanding. The skin was perfectly golden and unbelievably crispy, seasoned just right with a touch of salt, while the meat stayed incredibly juicy and tender. Every bite delivered that satisfying crunch followed by moist, flavorful chicken. It easily ranks among the best fried chicken dinners I've ever had. The meal comes with two sides, but there's one catch: it takes about 30 minutes to prepare. No problem--I happily passed the time with a corn dog as an appetizer. Was that the healthiest decision I've ever made? Absolutely not. Was I smiling the entire meal? Without question. We visited on a Friday evening and it was completely full, however, we got a table pretty quickly. If you're visiting Bar-B-Que House, do yourself a favor and ask about the off-menu fried chicken. Sometimes the best dishes aren't listed--they're shared by locals, and this one is worth being in the know.

Took a chance and I ordered deliver brisket. Tender good flavor but OMG so much fat on it. Won't…read moreget it again

The service was top notch!! I've never had Any better…read moreBar-B-Q!! Delicious and super moist chicken and pork!! Mac n cheese was just like my mom's!!!!

I stopped here a few days ago for the first time. It's a small , family owned bbq place beside a…read moregas station like you would find in a small town in the South. The employees were nice and I heard the cashier telling someone it was her family's business. It's not decorated fancy , but the dining room is clean and has honest bbq. I got the Pulled Pork Plate with 2 Sides and a Sweet Tea. I also ordered an extra side. If you're a Veteran like me , your drink is free. The Pulled Pork was tasty and a good portion and they give you a bun even though you didn't order a sandwich you have bread to go with it. I ordered Hush Puppies as my bread , but still ate the top bun with my meal. Hush Puppies were pretty good when warm , my last one when it cooled down then tasted a little oily so eat them while they're hot. Usually I get a Pulled Pork Sandwich instead of a platter and have Slaw on it. Well I got a side of Slaw and it was Mayo style , not Vinegar style and I didn't like it. The young lady let me replace them with the Beans and they were very good. Potato Salad was average , I like a little more mustard in mine. Now for the BBQ Sauces. They have 5 BBQ Sauces which is a good variety to have. I liked the Hot , Vinegar , and Rob Sauce the most. For Pulled Pork I found if you mix the Hot and Vinegar Sauces it worked the best. If I would've had Brisket then the Rob Sauce would be my pick for it. The Mild was okay , but I prefer more of a kick. The Mustard Sauce was weak and not tangy enough and I usually like a good mustard sauce sometimes on pulled pork , but prefer the vinegar. Sweet tea ok , not too sweet like some places. Overall it's a well rounded bbq place. My total with tax was $19.70 with my free Veteran's drink , pulled pork platter and 3 sides. I would like to come back and try the Brisket next time. I would recommend you giving it a try and support a local family business.

This place knows how to do BBQ, for less than $15 lunch and less than $20 dinner you get an all you…read morecan eat BBQ buffet, drink with all the fixings, BBQ chicken/pork and homemade desserts! Service is friendly and refills your water/tea and picks up your plates for you. Be sure to stop in and get your belly full on some down home southern BBQ!