Lewis Barbecue brings Texas-style smoked meat to 464 N Nassau St in Charleston, with brisket at the center of the menu. Order at the counter, where the meat is sliced for you, then add house sausage, pulled pork or smoked turkey and sides such as green chile corn pudding and mac and cheese. You can order meat by weight, so it works especially well for a group sharing a tray. There’s indoor seating and an outdoor patio; expect a line at busy lunch and dinner times.
How ordering works
Lewis Barbecue is at 464 N Nassau St in Charleston. The counter-service setup lets you choose smoked meats and sides, with meat sold by weight. Staff slice the meat for your order, and you can ask for help judging how much to get. That makes a shared tray a practical way to try more than one option, especially if you’re eating with a group.
Start with the brisket, which is served sliced or chopped and can also go on nachos. House sausage, pulled pork and smoked turkey are other choices. If you want to sample a few meats, keep the order flexible and add sides once you’ve decided what to share.
Brisket and sides
Brisket is the main draw, with a smoky flavor and a dark, caramelized outside. The green chile corn pudding adds a creamy side with a little heat. Mac and cheese is another popular pairing; other options include fries, coleslaw, potato salad and cowboy pinto beans. Brisket nachos make a larger, filling order, so they can stand in for a meal on their own.
Dessert is available, including banana pudding pie. The restaurant also has a full bar, with margaritas among the drinks mentioned with a barbecue spread.
Seating and busy periods
You can eat inside or take your tray outdoors to the patio, where picnic tables give groups room to spread out. The setting is casual, with counter service and a lively atmosphere. Lines can build during busy meal periods, so a weekday visit or a time outside peak lunch and dinner hours can make the stop easier to plan.
FAQ
What should I order at Lewis Barbecue?
Start with the sliced brisket, then add house sausage or pulled pork and a side of green chile corn pudding or mac and cheese.
How does ordering work?
Order meat and sides at the counter. Meat is sold by weight and sliced for your order; staff can help you choose portions.
Does Lewis Barbecue have outdoor seating?
Yes. You can eat inside or sit outdoors on the patio.
How long should I plan for a visit?
Allow about 1 to 2 hours for a meal. Busy periods can bring a line, so consider going on a weekday or outside peak meal times.
