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Melvin's Southern BBQ & Ribs

719 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412-3473 (James Island)
843-795-6796
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Ranked #186 of 581 restaurants in Charleston
Cuisines: Barbecue
Neighbourhood: James Island
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Neighbourhood: James Island
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Port Lavaca, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

Great hamburgers…juicy meat, large portions of vegetables and nice hot buns. We asked around and were told by many locals this was the best place to enjoy a burger. They were right.

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See 20 more reviews by Bayou-Babies for Charleston
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

a little hard to find as the addres in GPS was wrong, but liked the food - order at the window and they bring it our to you. Ate in a booth. very large portions - could not finish. BBQ pork was good and the lima beans were outstanding.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013 via mobile

Loved the food, onion rings are unreal...like nothing I have ever had. Cute location, yummy food! Try the onion rings!!!!!

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See 2 more reviews by Sarah S for Charleston
Powder Springs, Georgia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

The sause was too much and too mustardy. This was our first time there and didn't know about their onion rings. Think of them like a donut with an onion ring in it. One is plenty! Pricy for two sandwiches a drink and five onion rings but all you will want is one onion ring - yes they are that... More

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See 5 more reviews by HudnHudn for Charleston
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2012 via mobile

Got a little concerned when I noticed a drive-through, which I relate to a fast-food eatery. Ordered the Big Joe chopped pork sandwich w/fries and an "onion" ring. Husband had chopped pork plate. The pork was extremely tender. The mustard-based sauce came on my sandwich, which was great. The onion ring seemed to me to be more of a signature... More

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See 3 more reviews by DMR53 for Charleston
Lima, Ohio
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42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2012

Love their food, wish they had a sweeter BBQ sauce. Had ribs, very well prepared, tender and juicy. Sides will not disappoint.

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See 4 more reviews by droadrunner for Charleston
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 October 2012

Wow what a great meal. A must stop for anyone who is serious about barbeque. Definately something to do when visiting Charleston. Not very fancy at all but better than the high priced places recommended by the concierge.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2012

We went there at the recommendation of Emeril Lagasse. He said it was the best burger he ever ate. Well, he must never have eaten at 5 Guys! It was just OK. I make better burgers at home. And the onion ring was disgusting. So much dough, yuck.. Very disappointing.

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15 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012

This place is great to sit enjoy the Pulled Pork Sandwich. We love the sauces they have to put on them. The food is delicious. We always get the pulled pork whenever we are in the area.

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See 5 more reviews by Kathy1480 for Charleston
Sherwood, Arkansas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2012

If you ever find yourself in Charleston, SC, the Wingfield family would highly recommend that you find this little piece of HOG heaven and Woo Pig Sooie your way there. You will not be disappointed! For a full review of our dining experience, please read my blog post: http://theculinarynovelist.wordpress.com/2012/07/09/succulent-sooie-in-sc-8/

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