Kami Yena
Stopped at this gas station and noticed a couple guys hanging out around a big smoker with delicious smells in the air, and was told they’ve got a restaurant inside and I checked it out.
Originally intended to get BBQ, but its Friday and they had a special advertised for a fried fish and shrimp platter for $11, and I love seafood so I got that this time. Everything was fried fresh to order, very delicious and very generous portion for the price paid. The only complaint is that the cocktail and tartar sauces they gave me were cheap Monarch fast food packets which were not the best quality, but the food itself is GREAT and I’ll definitely come back for the barbecue!
UPDATE 4/22/23- Came back for the barbecue today, and had to leave a full 5 stars because the MEATS are THAT GOOD. Contender for best BBQ in Columbia I think. In particular, I am from Texas where smoked brisket is king, and I have NEVER had better brisket in South Carolina than this place has. Its juicy and tender and super smokey with a nice bark and smoke ring just as it should be. Definitely a must try if you’re a fan of the cow. The pulled pork and smoked chicken are also fantastic, and the hash and rice as well as fried okra were great too. Honestly I found my new go-to favorite BBQ joint locally. Highly recommended. Don’t expect atmosphere, its in a gas station. Expect high quality slow smoked meats, and you won’t be disappointed.
Thank you for a surprisingly good experience. For anyone trying to find it, the restaurant is really a stand inside the Sub Station II area of the “Royal Farm Irmo” gas station and its well worth a stop.
… moreaaron severtson
Newer local bbq that is well worth the stop. Generous portions that boast of quality smoking. The house sauce is something special too. The family who runs this restaurant are super friendly and sociable. Located inside the Sub Station building on the left. Enjoy!!!
… moreMitchell Snyder
Family owned BBQ place that shares space with the SubStation II. Very unassuming, but April and Eric (the owners) are friendly and love what they do. The space is clean and there is limited indoor seating. We had a Smoked Chicken Salad sandwich and a Pulled Pork sandwich, and both were great. The home-made red whiskey BBQ sauce is also excellent
… moreChadwick West
This family operated bbq joint has some of the most delicious pulled pork I’ve had in ages! The portions are huge too! Prices are very worth what you get and the owners are super friendly and knowledgeable! A really great little place to enjoy bbq and a wonderful atmosphere too.
… moremark curl
You can taste the expert cooking technique in the first melt in your mouth bite of brisket. The homemade red BBQ sauce topped it off. Pulled pork, Mac, and skillet corn also fantastic. Not surprised they sell out!
… moreEric Sampson
Great staff and friendly,Great food and prices and big portions!
… moreDoug Nagle
Food gets 5 stars but service gets 1 star. Dont go here if you’re in a hurry. Took me 40 minutes to get a lb of bbq. If you pay w a debit card you have to manually enter the info off your card into the card reader…WTH?? Think ill be going to Roys Grill when they open up.
… moreArlene DiNicola
Run, don’t walk to Sampson’s BBQ! Tried the sampler: ribs, smoked chicken, pulled pork, and smoked sausage. It was all amazing! Desserts were to die for. Well done!
… morePaul Esposito
Had a brisket sandwich there this evening! Tender, juicy and delicious! Be back to try the pulled pork next!
… moreScott King
Outstanding hamburger! Best I have had in the area.
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