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Smoke on the Water

Smoke on the Water

BBQ Joint and American Restaurant$$$$
Greenville
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    Ranked #2 for BBQ joints in Greenville
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    Kathy T.
    "beer butt chicken & pulled pork are my favs here :)"(3 Tips)
    Lisa F.
    "Beef brisket and ribs were moist and delicious!!"(9 Tips)
    Stefan K.
    "Best combo: Double Play with pulled pork & ribs."(8 Tips)
    Matt K.
    "Spinach casserole side sounded amazing and exceeded expectations :)"(2 Tips)
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  • Sarah B.
    Sarah BreaultApril 20, 2014
    Dog-friendly. The server brought out a dog bowl full of water, made Bella feel like she was included the whole time. Affordable too! Two lunch entrees, two drinks, one add-on salad and a dessert: $30.
  • Myles M.
    Myles MillerMarch 25, 2015
    If you want a taste of some good meat options. Try the double or triple platter that comes with two sides. It will fill you up and gives you several options. Definitely try all 5 homemade sauces too.
  • Willie B.heart icon on user image
    Willie BeavJuly 29, 2016
    The pulled BBQ and brisket was so delicious. The service was extremely efficient and courteous. The total cost of the meal was inexpensive and affordable! Highly recommend!!
  • Dale W.
    Dale WassumSeptember 8, 2012
    I'm still working my way through the menu, and so far it's ALL been good! You can't go wrong with the smoked ribs, pulled pork, brisket, or beer butt chicken!
  • Johnny M.heart icon on user image
    Johnny MoralezAugust 12, 2016
    All of the bbq is delicious. Especially when you put on one of their delicious sauces. Let's not forget the fried okra too.
  • Matt L.
    Matt LarsonMarch 29, 2013
    Okay, follow this exactly. west end nachos appetizer. combo 3 pulled pork, brisket, and ribs, with squash casserole and spinach casserole sides, jack daniels chocolate chip pecan pie.
  • Sandra P.heart icon on user image
    Sandra PhillipsMarch 19, 2023
    My husband had salmon and okra, finished it in a flash.I had their burger with additions.Very pleased with how things were presented and how it all tasted.
  • Lynn M.heart icon on user image
    Lynn MooreAugust 30, 2019
    The service at the bar is great - Stella is always very helpful and friendly. The food is very good with lots of good southern sides.
  • Steve P.heart icon on user image
    Steve PhillipsOctober 12, 2021
    Get the Palomino cheese appetizer, amazing!
  • Jeremy W.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy WightMay 30, 2015
    Their Smoked Prime Rib is the best prime rib I've ever eaten. Squash casserole is legit side!
  • Lisa F.heart icon on user image
    Lisa FowlerFebruary 14, 2021
    Beef brisket and ribs were moist and delicious!! As was the cornbread starter and fried green tomatoes!!
  • Matt K.heart icon on user image
    Matt KaliszewskiMay 13, 2016
    Pulled pork and ribs combo was excellent. Spinach casserole side sounded amazing and exceeded expectations :)
  • Ed E.heart icon on user image
    Ed EubanksJuly 22, 2015
    Tried the barbecue; it was very good. Nice beverage menu, as well, and pleasant outdoor seating.
  • Meg C.heart icon on user image
    Meg CordellNovember 24, 2015
    The brisket was amazing. Best meal I've had in awhile.
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    FergsFebruary 12, 2017
    Very good. Bit of a wait on a Saturday night but a decent menu and reasonably priced. Take a combo.
  • Holly S.
    Holly ScottOctober 9, 2011
    What a great place! Good regional food by the beautiful park. Outdoor seating and good prices! Plus, blues music to boot. Family friendly.
  • Jon M.heart icon on user image
    Jon MeltonFebruary 18, 2016
    They are known for their BBQ. The pulled pork is going to be the way to go. Mac n Cheese is incredible here!
  • Charlotte M.
    Charlotte MOctober 10, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Great food, reasonably priced, and the portions are huge. Happy hour is great on the patio! Get the Mac & Cheese - you won't regret it!
  • Sallie W.
    Sallie WigginsAugust 9, 2013
    Love this place! Great BBQ...ribs, pulled pork, and brisket. A definite must in downtown Greenville!!
  • Brian K.heart icon on user image
    Brian KimballApril 11, 2016
    The 14oz prime rib was so good! Great atmosphere and the staff was very friendly.
  • Sandra E.heart icon on user image
    Sandra EgenFebruary 2, 2013
    Me and my friends stop at your booth at Fall for Greenville it was amazing.I hope to visit the restaurant very soon.Keep up the great food.
  • Sandra P.heart icon on user image
    Sandra PhillipsMarch 19, 2023
    This place was exceptional.Great food and friendly service.Went here on a day trip.Also close to the falls.
  • Gabriela P.heart icon on user image
    Gabriela PhillipsJanuary 8, 2017
    The mac and cheese and crab cakes were incredible! Definitely gonna come back here!!
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    ✨helena✨February 6, 2014
    Fried banana foster is the BEST 😍 So glad we stopped here!
  • Stefan K.heart icon on user image
    Stefan KnollerApril 20, 2016
    Best combo: Double Play with pulled pork & ribs. Really awesome Barbecue
  • Nathan D.
    Nathan DuvallApril 5, 2013
    Welcome to Smoke on the Water! Add the official Foursquare list: "Greenville, SC #4sqcities" for a compilation of all the cool sites & sounds in and around Greenville.
  • Dan J.heart icon on user image
    Dan JonesFebruary 1, 2015
    A great selection. A variety of really good food at a reasonable price.
  • Tiffany L.
    Tiffany LewisApril 14, 2014
    The meat was tender and flavorful and our appetizer of fried green tomatoes were good but all the sauces were spicy, the Mac n cheese was bland and the fried okra was nothing special.
  • Douglas P.heart icon on user image
    Douglas PratesApril 17, 2016
    Excelent Southern BBQ. Busy at Saturday Lunch!
  • Cathy S.
    Cathy S.December 13, 2010
    Great food & atmosphere. Fun place to go if you have out of town guests. Portions are huge and menu items are pleasantly affordable. Highly recommended!
  • Stephenheart icon on user image
    StephenMay 11, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Blasting this place. If you offer $3 Bloody Marys make sure you don't run out of the ingredients. Also be sure to let me order another drink for $3 and not $7.50
  • Gigi T.
    Gigi TJanuary 20, 2016
    Try the Babyback Ribs, Spinach Casserole, Fried Okra - (via @Foodspotting)
  • Randal P.heart icon on user image
    Randal PowellJune 29, 2018
    Everything I’ve tried has been good.
  • Pam B.heart icon on user image
    Pam B.January 8, 2017
    First time visitors get free dessert, and the dessert is banging.
  • Roger R.heart icon on user image
    Roger RJuly 20, 2018
    Fried pork chops over garlic mashed potatoes are heavenly!
  • Wahid D.
    Wahid DennisJune 21, 2015
    Salmon was a bit under cooked but I am a well done kind of guy. Everything else was on point
  • Jessey A.
    Jessey A.November 21, 2012
    Cannot go wrong with the pimento cheese burger and potato cake, so delicious.
  • Lori F.heart icon on user image
    Lori FrederickAugust 21, 2017
    Mustard bbq sauce on pulled pork. Delicious
  • Diane C.
    Diane Carter JonesJuly 23, 2021
    Try the sweet sauce and the original bbq sauce
  • Pink Bee
    Pink BeeSeptember 10, 2011
    In the mood for comfort food, this is the place! Tuesday is 1/2 price WINE! Get the Mac & Cheese.
  • Amanda L.
    Amanda LeBlancMay 8, 2013
    The food and service is absolutely wonderful. Michelle is a wonderful waitress.
  • Ashley
    AshleyAugust 6, 2012
    I am addicted to the fries asparagus! Okra and Mac 'n cheese is delish!
  • Phil F.heart icon on user image
    Phil FJuly 17, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Fantastic BBQ from the smoker! Their stout is good too!
  • trilissia b.heart icon on user image
    trilissia butlerOctober 19, 2015
    Everything, everyone so friendly
  • Gigi T.
    Gigi TJanuary 20, 2016
    Try the Smoking Jacket - (via @Foodspotting)
  • Matt D.
    Matt DoscherMay 18, 2010
    Ribs were great... You've got to try them. And the Nachos were definitely interesting. I've never had any like that before
  • Atlanta Food Critic ..
    Atlanta Food Critic .comFebruary 2, 2011
    You MUST try the fried asparagus appetizer! READ OUR FULL REVIEW >> Read more
  • Viktoriya T.
    Viktoriya TelykhAugust 30, 2019
    Yummy food! Bob appetit!
  • Tiffany L.
    Tiffany LewisJune 22, 2014
    The sauces are way too spicy but the meat and sides were great
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    Daniel5tudio™ | ✅✅December 25, 2017
    Filet O’ Chicken
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