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...
Read moreFamily 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 ...
Read moreThis 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...
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