I know this is going to ruffle some feathers, but Smokin' Pig BBQ was an absolute yes for me. Let's start with the parking. We pulled in, found a spot immediately, and somehow survived the ordeal. Then the seating. My wife and I managed to endure the horrifying experience of sitting on a wooden bench while eating amazing barbecue. The restaurant was busy, which I foolishly interpreted as a sign that people enjoy eating there. As a couple, we spent around $50 and immediately regretted... not ordering more brisket. I was genuinely offended by how quickly it disappeared. The sauces were terrible if your goal is choosing just one. I kept going back for "one more taste" until I had sampled all of them multiple times. Now the food... Lord, the brisket. Moist, smoky, and somehow the complete opposite of everything I was warned about. The mac and cheese was great, the baked beans were great, and the sweet potato crunch actually had crunch. The only reason I'm giving this place five stars is because Yelp won't let me give six. Left disappointed in only one thing: that I don't live closer. read more

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The Smoking Pig in Easley has some really great food. It's really good. But it's also very expensive. And that is not a problem really, it's the mandatory tips you have to pay. I always tip when we go out to eat inside a restaurant. Not while going through a drive thru! You shouldn't have to tip just for someone to hand you your food out of a window. And this mandatory tip in the drive thru is multiple choice so the amount isn't even up to you really. I ask for the total when I called it in. What if that amount I was told over the phone was all I had? Would I not have gotten my food because I couldn't pay the tip? It's ridiculous. It's like giving out participation trophies. I don't like it. You shouldn't have to tip going through a drive thru unless you want to. read more

I know this is going to ruffle some feathers, but Smokin' Pig BBQ was an absolute no for me. How this place has so many glowing reviews is beyond me. Let's start with the parking--atrocious. Then the seating inside? Think uncomfortable wooden church pews, and yes, they're just as stiff as they sound. It was packed when we arrived, so the 45-minute wait felt like an eternity. But my friend had been raving about it, and I love BBQ, so I figured it had to be worth it. It wasn't. For three people, we dropped around $70, and I immediately regretted not choosing somewhere else. On the positive side, the staff was very friendly, and I liked the idea of pork rinds as a table snack, plus the multiple BBQ sauces available. Unfortunately, most of the sauces were awful--I could barely tolerate one. Now the food... Lord, the brisket. I've never had brisket so dry in my life. It was dry-dry-dry. I was genuinely offended. When our server asked how everything was, I clenched my teeth and said it was fine, but truthfully I wanted to ask for a refund. I just didn't have the energy to argue. The sides didn't help either. The baked mac and cheese was bland, the Jalapeño Cheddar Grits had zero heat (or jalapeño flavor), and the Sweet Potato Crunch had more mush than crunch with an odd texture that didn't work. The only reason I'm giving this place two stars is because the service was solid, and I appreciate the staff's friendliness and effort. But if this is considered the epitome of South Carolina BBQ? Yeah... I'll pass. Left disappointed in the price, the experience, and most of all, the food. read more

If you're anywhere near Easley, SC and craving true Southern BBQ, The Smokin Pig is a must-stop spot. Known for having "the best butts in town," this place lives up to the hype with tender, smoky, and flavorful meats that hit the spot every time. The rustic, welcoming decor sets the tone the moment you walk in -- it's casual, comfortable, and filled with the mouthwatering aroma of slow-smoked barbecue. The staff are warm and attentive, creating a true Southern hospitality experience. I enjoyed the pulled pork sandwich, which was perfectly moist and rich with that signature smoky flavor, baked beans and the sweet potato crunch. If you're looking for authentic BBQ done right, The Smokin Pig in Easley delivers in every way. read more

Smokin Pig - Best Butts in Town! - Barbeque Near Me - Easley, South Carolina

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Excellent bbq some of the best fried okra that I have had in a long. The staff is very friendly and the service was great. The ambiance is nice a what you would think of a bbq joint. read more

Smokin Pig - My chopped pork sandwich and my dad got a chopped pork plate. - Barbeque Near Me - Easley, South Carolina

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Very good potato salad! Okra was soft but flavorful, brisket was kinda dry but delicious with their homemade sauces. You get free pork rinds when you eat inn. Service was good. Overall probably won't be coming back due to the prices. One person $27 bucks! I should have had some left over for that price. read more

Smokin Pig - Brisket, potato salad, okra. - Barbeque Near Me - Easley, South Carolina

This is one of my all-time favourite barbecue restaurants. They do it simple and they do it well! The servers are all incredible, especially Michelle, Abriana and Amy. read more

Went to dinner with family and decided on Smokin Pig. My wife and I both got the brisket sandwich. It was very good! Some of the best we've had. We also got the banana pudding and it was really good. This was the first time eating here and we definitely recommend the Smokin Pig! The only thing I thought was odd they don't give an itemized receipt that shows food and cost together. After you pay at the register before eating they give you the receipt that only show the cost and recommend tip percentages. They tell you to take the receipt to the table and sign it there for the waitress. After I noticed it didn't show itemized I asked the waitress for an itemized receipt and she brought me the same copy of receipt the cashier originally gave me. They don't give itemized receipts. The receipt they give just shows final cost and recommended tips but no tax so it's hard to know how to correctly tip.... We always tip off the actual food cost and not the grand total with tax and service fees (just a habit when I was working with a company credit card that was their policy). read more

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The food is always wonderful and plentiful. The servers are friendly. I love everything about this place!

Good food, quick service! It might be considered a bit pricey for BBQ, but we enjoyed our recent visit.

The food is good with the typical BBQ offerings. Large open rooms that tend to be a bit noisy

Great service, the food was amazing. It is the best bbq place in the Easley area. The pork skins are some of the best

The food is great! Friendly & attentive service all in a cozy family friendly atmosphere.

Food and service was excellent. Plenty of room at the table with condiments in the middle.

The best barbecue in the upstate. Texas bisque is like it should be. The vegetables are fantastic, and the chicken is superb. I love the atmosphere with expanded grounds as well. People make you feel at home. read more

Heads up, the parking closest to the entrance is for pick up orders. We can't walk very far so while we were told there is handicap parking, it was "around back". read more

Love this place. Service is amazing and food is so good and comes out super fast. Love the management here as well. Super friendly and kind!

I'd been to the other location in the past. Came here after Keith's closed and was very disappointed. The food was bland and the meat was dry, everything was served in takeout containers, and it was loud. The people were very very nice. Will keep looking for my next go-to BBQ place in Easley. read more

The brisket Mac and cheese bowl is incredible. I love the brisket here. A little low on the fat trimming. The pork rinds are good and the waitresses are really nice. The overall ambiance was fun and inviting. Definitely come here again! read more

5 stars! Bbq was excellent, pork rinds were delicious and a welcome treat. Welcoming greeting as soon as we entered, sides were yummy. My son had the banana pudding which was also delish., read more

Great food and service. ( dine in and take out service) Loved the church pew waiting area.

Three of us dined in and shared our plates. Brisket was good, almost too little fat for flavor. Chicken was kinda bland, and pork was just right. The pork cracklins were yummy along with the rolls. The sweet potato fries and regular fries were average. Everyone else liked the grits, but I'm not a fan of jalapeños, so they weren't for me. A bit on the pricey side, but the restaurant was pleasantly clean and staff was wonderful. read more

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My girlfriend and I usually make a weekly 1.5 hour round-trip drive here every Saturday, and it's the best BBQ I've had in my life. The dry rub ribs are phenomenal and so tender that I've had the bones slide out just from the drive home, the sauces are great, and the sides are incredible. The only complaint I've had in the last 3 years is that they are only open 3 days a week, because I'd eat there on Mondays and Wednesdays as well! This place was ranked top 69th best BBQ in the ENTIRE country for a good reason. However, Every employee that's ever existed has had a bad day where they can't put on their customer service face, bow down, kiss the customers hand, and speak to them the way they feel like royalty, but you have no way of knowing what they've delt with previously throughout the day and they're human, just like everyone else that's ever had a job.. The glazed ribs are a bit tough, but that's because they get smoked dry and glazed when theyre almost done, as opposed to the dry rub being put on the rack before the smoking starts. No other BBQ in the upstate even comes close, and I recommend it to anyone and everyone regardless of the drive length, it's worth it. read more

7/10 Good but nothing really outstanding. Perhaps my expectations were a bit too high after seeing this brand get hyped by all the sports media covering Clemson Football and hearing that the team had Smokin Pig cater for recruiting events. Highlights were the the complimentary pork rinds and the ribs. The grits were pretty good, and the fried okra, banana pudding, and cobbler with ice cream were okay. The brisket was a disappointment and pretty dry. Honestly, given the other BBQ options in the area, I don't see a reason to go back. read more

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Rave reviews on Reddit.... Wow. Every single meat and side were amazing! Get the dry rub ribs- fall off the bone... ahhhhhmazing Attached picture is wet rub brisket, ribs, pork, stew, Mac n cheese read more

I enjoyed everything I have eaten at the Smoking Pig The people work at the smokin pig are very nice I do eat very often at the smokin pig the Best Barque anywhere read more

Portions are ample and I always get the kids pulled brisket with jalapeño grits! The peach cobbler and ice cream really hits the spot! The staff is always busy and keeps your drinks full. read more

Good food. Good service. Reasonably priced. Love the Brunswick stew. So tasty! Our go to when we're in Easley.

First time visiting the smokin pig after hearing many high rated reviews of the establishment. Took my two children and family visiting the area. Had chopped brisket and pork and both were excellent. Service was great and the establishment was very clean. read more

Great BBQ and great service. If you're not from around the area, you place your order when you first walk in the door and then they bring your order afterwards. The server will get your drinks and refills and make sure you are content. The restaurant was spacious and plenty of seating, high chair options for little ones too! We got the brisket and ribs l, sides of mac and cheese was phenomenal and not kraft. Grits were great, coleslaw and sweet potatoes cooked perfect. Would come again next time in Easley! read more

Since moving back to the South I've been looking for a good BBQ place. The hubby and I were out and about and decided to order this online to take it home. Online ordering was easy. They have a drive up window which was nice and convenient. I ordered the one meat platter with sliced brisket, coleslaw, and rebaked potatoes. The hubby ordered the two meat platter with re-baked potatoes and the cobbler. He enjoyed his meal. The sliced brisket was melt in your mouth good. Although the food was a little pricey it was very very good. I'd give it a second go. read more

Super friendly with delicious food! Hub and I stopped in for a late lunch on New Year's Day and there was no line. Nice! Food was ordered at the counter and we chose a table. The wait staff is kind and efficient, and with downtime were cleaning windows and straightening tables. Hub loved his brisket sandwich with baked beans. I chose the four sides plate with fried okra, sweet potato crunch, slaw, Brunswick stew, and cornbread. Their Brunswick stew is different, more like soup but was very tasty. It was ideal with the cornbread broken up into it. I love sweet potato crunch but was disappointed that theirs was burned on top. The fried okra and slaw were top notch delicious! Overall worthy of five stars. FYI, plan accordingly. They are only open on Thurs, Fri and Sat. read more

Homemade pork rinds for sale, a free sample Brought to your table and everything tastes great. The brisket is best in town. Service is top notch and a great quiet place to eat. read more

Good food. Fair service. That's all I have to say, but Yelp requires 85 characters to post a review. I didn't look for this business to review it, Yelp recommended it, & they want an entire paragraph. read more

We had the Daniel/Liberty bus driver's Christmas party here last night and we could NOT have asked for better service and food. They had our room ready well before everyone arrived. I ordered Brisket, jalapeño cheese grits, and Brunswick stew. IT WAS DELICIOUS! Thank you all at Smokin Pig for making our party a great success. read more

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Great food. Great service. Family friendly environment. We stopped in here on a rainy day while camping in the mountains . We were not disappointed. read more

Smokin Pig - Chicken and Brisket plate with okra sweet potato fries and a roll. - Barbeque Near Me - Easley, South Carolina

Just about everything we ate was juicy and chef's kiss. Only the chicken was dry. I'd recommend avoiding it. read more

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Food was slamming. Service was great. Excellent experience. I would highly recommend to others read more

Smokin Pig - The exterior - Barbeque Near Me - Easley, South Carolina

Food always good! So excited they finally added mac and cheese to menu! We have ordered several times to go as well as dine in. Always delicious. read more

Sooooo good! Plenty to share if you would like! Lots n lots n Lots to choose from too!