Bessinger's Barbecue

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1602 Savannah Hwy
Charleston, SC 29407
Established in 1946, Bessinger's Barbecue is one of the oldest restaurants in Charleston in South Carolina. It specializes in a variety of barbecues and sauces. The restaurant s menu includes Carolina coleslaw, cheeseburgers, hamburgers, onion rings, chicken tenders, barbecue baked beans and hot dogs. Bessinger's Barbecue offers a range of buffet dishes, including barbecue pork, macaroni, sweet potato souffl , fried and teriyaki chicken and green beans. Additionally, the restaurant serves a selection of salads, soups, beverages and desserts. It is owned and operated by Bessinger's & Bessinger's.

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3.5373 reviews
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Jen T.
7/28/2025

I was introduced to Bessinger's in 1992. Still as fabulous today as it was the day I first tried.

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Kris G.
4/27/2025

Honestly, this is still one of my favorite BBQ places in town. Yes, the atmosphere feels "lived in" (in the best way) because they have been around just that long... But it makes you feel at...

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Alexandra K.
10/17/2024

THE BURGER IS SO GOOD!!!! If I could, I'd return every single night. Not only was it massive, but it was cooked to perfection--juicy, flavorful, and utterly satisfying. I loved the nostalgic...

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Bill M.
9/12/2024

Stopped at Bessinger's BBQ for the first time yesterday. When you walk in you place your order at the counter, then you seat yourself. They call your name when your foods ready. Our food was ready...

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Tilisha P.
11/11/2024

Food, awesome. Service, quick. We decided to sit inside and it wasn't that busy. But the drive-through was booked and busy honey! This was my first time here and everything was delicious. I went...

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