Barbecue restaurants

Carolina Barbecue Shack

4.3 88 reviews Closed 728 Montague Ave, Greenwood, SC 29649, United States

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Carolina Barbecue Shack is a hidden gem located at 728 Montague Ave, Greenwood, SC. This barbecue restaurant has gained a loyal following, praised for its tender meats and a delightful southern atmosphere that warms the heart. Customers rave about the Carolina BBQ Pork and Texas Style Beef Brisket, with many highlighting the original sauce that perfectly complements the flavors.

Reviewers emphasize the generous portions and exceptional value for the price. For instance, Ralph Yingling noted the "pretty good flavor" of the chicken and rib combo, enhanced by a spicy BBQ sauce, and he particularly loved the mac and cheese. Shirah Coker described her brisket plate as "wonderful," applauding the onion rings and mac and cheese as delightful accompaniments.

Derek, visiting from Wisconsin, declared the food "absolutely amazing," showcasing the restaurant's reputation for serving juicy and tender barbecue. Meanwhile, Jodi Cheshire, traveling from Tennessee, was blown away by the quality of the meat and praised the baked beans and potato salad, calling it a miracle to find such delicious BBQ outside her home state.

With a menu filled with hearty options and family meals, Carolina Barbecue Shack is a must-visit for BBQ lovers and anyone seeking genuine southern hospitality.

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Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Carolina Barbecue Shack before visiting.

Reviews for Carolina Barbecue Shack

4.3

88 reviews

Review highlights

Based on 88 reviews

Carolina Barbecue Shack in Greenwood, SC, is widely praised for its authentic southern barbecue, featuring tender, juicy meats and flavorful sauces that appeal to both locals and visitors. Customers consistently highlight generous portion sizes paired with classic sides like mac and cheese, baked beans, and onion rings. The restaurant’s welcoming atmosphere and attentive service enhance the overall dining experience, making it a favored stop for barbecue enthusiasts. While situated in a less conspicuous location, many recommend seeking it out for its quality food and solid value. The combination of traditional barbecue flavors and a casual, inviting setting establishes Carolina Barbecue Shack as a notable destination in the region.

Ralph Yingling

Oct 28, 2025

My wife and I got the chicken and rib combo. Pretty good flavor and we both added the regular bbq sauce with the spicy kick. Loved the mac and cheese and the beans.

Derek

Oct 25, 2025

Absolutely amazing southern bbq and hospitality. I'm from Wisconsin, and I wish we had food this tender and juicy. This is definitely a must-visit if you're near Greenwood!

Orvis Andrews

Oct 07, 2025

Good solid Q And it has the proper atmosphere for a place called the barbecue shack

Shirah Coker

Sep 22, 2025

Very, very good food! I had the brisket plate, with onion rings and mac and cheese. Everything tasted wonderful! Large portions for the price, I left full. Great service too. It is behind a small shopping center, so look closely. Highly recommend.

Jodi Cheshire

Sep 11, 2025

Absolutely delicious barbecue.! I had come down from Tennessee, to visit my mom there in Abbeville, and she told me about this wonderful little barbecue place. BECAUSE I am from Tennessee, finding a good barbecue place, and it impressing me, is a miracle. WOW, IS the best word I can use. We went late in the afternoon, the meat was fantastic, cooled just right, the baked beans were out of this world, and I loved the potato salad.

Roy W. Richardson

Aug 17, 2025

If you are looking for great BBQ, then you need to find the Carolina Barbecue Shack. It is hidden behind the University Grill. Take the road beside M&M Tire and find the sign. Take a right and drive on back to the building. They offer pulled pork, hash, beef brisket, and smoked turkey. You will want to add a baked Potato and barbecue beans to that plate with a roll. They have a Shack Sauce, which is a ranch/sour cream based sauce with a hint of garlic that is so good you could probably use it to eat a rock. It tastes great on everything. You will be hard pressed to decide which BBQ sauce to go with, their signature Carolina Barbecue Shack Barbecue sauce or their Carolina Gold sauce, which is a mustard based sauce. They have lots of sides to choose from but the baked potato with the Shack Sauce and barbecue beans are my favorite. Don't want to cook supper, go by and get a Family pack. When they first opened there were picnic tables outside. Then they added an awning for the tables to be under. Over the last couple of years they built a nice building with beautiful tables, air conditioning, and a big screen TV.