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Big Boys Original Smokehouse — Restaurant in South Carolina

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Big Boys Original Smokehouse
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Smoked meats, sandwiches & sides are served at this modest counter serve with a relaxed atmosphere.
Nearby attractions
South University, Columbia
9 Science Ct, Columbia, SC 29203
Nearby restaurants
Crossings Deli
8604 Farrow Rd F, Columbia, SC 29203
China Kitchen
8602 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203, United States
Stuffed Brunch
8602 Farrow Rd C, Columbia, SC 29203
Waffle House
8600 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
2300 Legrand Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
Bojangles
8710 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
Wendy's
2360 Legrand Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
Nearby hotels
Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area
2320 Legrand Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Northeast/Fort Jackson Area
111 Gateway Corporate Blvd, Columbia, SC 29203
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Big Boys Original Smokehouse
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Big Boys Original Smokehouse

8604 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
4.5(659)
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Smoked meats, sandwiches & sides are served at this modest counter serve with a relaxed atmosphere.

attractions: South University, Columbia, restaurants: Crossings Deli, China Kitchen, Stuffed Brunch, Waffle House, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Bojangles, Wendy's
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(803) 788-6822
Website
bigboysoriginalbbq.com

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Brisket Sandwich
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Cornbread Muffin

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Nearby attractions of Big Boys Original Smokehouse

South University, Columbia

South University, Columbia

South University, Columbia

2.6

(33)

Open 24 hours
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Things to do nearby

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Wed, Dec 24 • 4:00 PM
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Wed, Dec 24 • 6:40 PM
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Nearby restaurants of Big Boys Original Smokehouse

Crossings Deli

China Kitchen

Stuffed Brunch

Waffle House

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Bojangles

Wendy's

Crossings Deli

Crossings Deli

4.6

(224)

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China Kitchen

China Kitchen

4.3

(327)

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Stuffed Brunch

Stuffed Brunch

4.1

(64)

$$

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Waffle House

Waffle House

3.6

(446)

$

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Amanda GonzalezAmanda Gonzalez
My husband & I were passing through on our way back to Houston and through Google map suggestions for bbq, this place came up. I saw the reviews and said we have to try it, so we stopped and were not disappointed at all! I ordered the pork chop & chicken plate and hubby ordered the ribs & brisket plate. They each came with a premium side (beef hash & rice, smoked gumbo & rice, or smoked pigs feet & rice) and 2 regular sides. I chose the smoked gumbo as my premium and corn & mac and cheese as my regulars. He chose smoked gumbo as well and his two regular sides were green beans & french fries. When we received our food, you could smell the greatness! The portions are well worth the price and the meats are very big pieces. First off, that gumbo though! Texas has gumbo, but I have never tasted a gumbo like this! I fell in love! The smoky, spicy flavor of it was *kisses fingers to lips* perfection! The chicken and pork chop were very tender and from what I can tell from my husband, those ribs & brisket didn't see him coming! The mac & cheese is homemade and the corn was sweet buttery goodness! I didn't get to try the fries or green beans, but it appeared the hubby enjoyed them. All in all, I would definitely recommend this place for some good ol bbq!
Joann GiangrandeJoann Giangrande
I got this smoked gumbo over rice earlier that came with 2 sides and this is true home cooked food. I could tell when I had it and one other time I been here I think under 4 years ago and it was good then too. I recall their ribs being great with decent amount of smoke. I see some say it's gone downhill, or the food is cold. Nope. This is all fresh homemade food and I think it's the best takeout and possibly best BBQ in the whole city. Docs is 2nd to this. And ya others might be good but they're harder to order from so considering all this and they have things like smoked gumbo and other different things on the menu. Where else can you get that stuff ? Not many that I've seen. Some buffets had gumbo but none were as good as Big Boys. Baked beans were very good too and I'm not a fan of all baked beans but these were meaty. Mac and cheese was very homemade with right amounts of butter and cheese. Service is fast, highly recommend.
Giselle ChandlerGiselle Chandler
Small but unbelievable big heart!!! The cashier was very sweet n patient since this was my 1st time at the establishment. Took her time to explain the options available etc. The place is popping!!! Can dine in or take away, most people do the latter. We dined in. Wait for food was not too long at all. Had the smoked turkey wings and chicken combination dinner w/ smoked gumbo as my premium side and 2 reg sides of mac n cheese, green beans. Couldn't eat all b/c such a huge portion, defitively worth the price of $15.00!!! The food was well seasoned and very tasty!!! Defitively would return.....
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My husband & I were passing through on our way back to Houston and through Google map suggestions for bbq, this place came up. I saw the reviews and said we have to try it, so we stopped and were not disappointed at all! I ordered the pork chop & chicken plate and hubby ordered the ribs & brisket plate. They each came with a premium side (beef hash & rice, smoked gumbo & rice, or smoked pigs feet & rice) and 2 regular sides. I chose the smoked gumbo as my premium and corn & mac and cheese as my regulars. He chose smoked gumbo as well and his two regular sides were green beans & french fries. When we received our food, you could smell the greatness! The portions are well worth the price and the meats are very big pieces. First off, that gumbo though! Texas has gumbo, but I have never tasted a gumbo like this! I fell in love! The smoky, spicy flavor of it was *kisses fingers to lips* perfection! The chicken and pork chop were very tender and from what I can tell from my husband, those ribs & brisket didn't see him coming! The mac & cheese is homemade and the corn was sweet buttery goodness! I didn't get to try the fries or green beans, but it appeared the hubby enjoyed them. All in all, I would definitely recommend this place for some good ol bbq!
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I got this smoked gumbo over rice earlier that came with 2 sides and this is true home cooked food. I could tell when I had it and one other time I been here I think under 4 years ago and it was good then too. I recall their ribs being great with decent amount of smoke. I see some say it's gone downhill, or the food is cold. Nope. This is all fresh homemade food and I think it's the best takeout and possibly best BBQ in the whole city. Docs is 2nd to this. And ya others might be good but they're harder to order from so considering all this and they have things like smoked gumbo and other different things on the menu. Where else can you get that stuff ? Not many that I've seen. Some buffets had gumbo but none were as good as Big Boys. Baked beans were very good too and I'm not a fan of all baked beans but these were meaty. Mac and cheese was very homemade with right amounts of butter and cheese. Service is fast, highly recommend.
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Small but unbelievable big heart!!! The cashier was very sweet n patient since this was my 1st time at the establishment. Took her time to explain the options available etc. The place is popping!!! Can dine in or take away, most people do the latter. We dined in. Wait for food was not too long at all. Had the smoked turkey wings and chicken combination dinner w/ smoked gumbo as my premium side and 2 reg sides of mac n cheese, green beans. Couldn't eat all b/c such a huge portion, defitively worth the price of $15.00!!! The food was well seasoned and very tasty!!! Defitively would return.....
Giselle Chandler

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Reviews of Big Boys Original Smokehouse

4.5
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2.0
5y

First of all the service was rude arguing with each other the cashier and the guy next to her wouldn't let you add to your order until after you pay for the first order then they gave you the second or two before they gave you to call in order and it was all wrong four of us order Thai food individually three of our food and up in the same bag although we've had a different and the orders were so wrong I order turkey wings brisket mac and cheese oven-baked fresh collard greens I got ribs two pieces of brisket yellow stuff over rice they would not answer the phone we had to drive all the way from Newcastle back out there just to get the food straight on that particular order and then they gave me about four pieces of fat and one slice of lean brisket the turkey wings do your way to have feathers they was overcooked extra dry you couldn't even buy them the macaroni and cheese taste like it came out the microwave the greens had vinegar and sugar in them and it was out of a can they did not taste fresh and I ordered a large Pig feeding rise or we will season well the rice was good and greasy and loaded with cartridges and ligaments and tissue it was so much fat I couldn't eat that either I spent almost $30 my sister wasted about $10 in gas at least taking me all the way back out there just to come back with food we still can you eat don't even get me to tell you how they messed up the rest of them older this oh yeah the guy in the middle holla back for the girl's name LaShonda she holler back and doujinshi not deaf maybe it was one of them but it wasn't funny to me cuz I was hungry. I wanted my food that's why I spent all that money now I'm going to have problems eating meat for a while especially if I don't cook it myself I'm just saying is just mine they was so rude and Unapologetic didn't even give me a free soda when they know they're charging a 1799 Ford plate and still didn't get your soda with it. It came out better going to Bojangles Popeyes Church's Chicken you always talking about patriotism if you cook your food right server Triton High people that want to work you give quality food get Quality Service people to come back and don't mind paying the price and...

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5.0
10y

The real deal! Brisket like butter and ribs are some of the best I've ever had all of it nice and smokey. We ended up trying a few things. Hash isn't my go to dish, but theirs is exceptionally good. The gumbo is spicy and they don't skimp on the andouille and shrimp. Pigs feet (or any feet, for that matter) are something I don't normally eat, but Eddie, the owner insisted...omg, amazing! Chicken was perfectly roasted and there was a nice assortment of sides, although sadly, sweet potatoes were not among them. They did, however, have sweet potato fries and sweet potato pie, though we didn't try either. Their collard greens were fantastic; firm, but not tough, well seasoned, and properly strained, so that half your plate isn't swimming in liquid. These folks had a steady stream of customers coming through the door the entire time we were there. Customers place their orders at the counter and wait (just a few minutes) to be called. Service is friendly and very helpful when customers are making selections, especially if something is unfamiliar or you might be hesitant, for whatever reason. We chose this place based solely on a review. I'm so glad we took a chance on them. After stuffing ourselves, nearly to the point of suffocation, we ended up get a bunch more...

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1.0
42w

The service from the front counter, the female sitting up there is truly nasty. She’s choosy about who she’s friendly with and most of the time is not women. She’s very selective wasn’t like this when they first opened up there was some humility. The food was excellent. I was up in there every week, but it’s not the same anymore. You don’t see that grill cranked up like you did when they first started because you were actually getting food right off that grill now it’s a total set up. Attitudes are different. The food is different. I tried to give them different chances. Old food that’s been sitting up for a couple hours that they need to get rid of Sloppy plates. I’ve had to bring stuff back three times and after that, I decided I wasn’t going back and I haven’t been back the lady sitting up to the front. She is just so unfriendly specially towards women looking down at you deliberately letting you see that she can be nice to some people and has chosen not to be nice to you. don’t know what’s up with that but she need to get it together cause ain’t nothing the same about that place nothing !!And ride all the way to Lexington to get something to eat. You can tell the humility is gone the friendliness is gone. The quality of food is gone won’t...

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