James Island · $$–$$$ · Ranked in 2 TasteSignal categories
Updated October 2026
← Best Barbecue in Charleston, SCPitmaster Pat Martin brought his West Tennessee whole-hog tradition to James Island, smoking whole hogs over local hickory for 20+ hours before serving alongside spare ribs, smoked wings, scratch-made Southern sides, and fresh-baked pies.
Hours, prices and booking details are from our 2026 checks. Confirm with the restaurant before you go.
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Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint ranks #10 for Barbecue in Charleston on TasteSignal for October 2026. Diner ratings: 4.6 on Google (1,136 reviews).
4.6 out of 5, the average of its ratings on Google (platforms with 50+ reviews), checked Oct 2026.
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint is at 1622 Highland Ave, Charleston, SC 29412 (James Island).