U.S. Highway 52 is a strategic thoroughfare through the central part of South Carolina that stretches from Charleston to the North Carolina state line just north of Cheraw, and then all the way up to Illinois for a total of 1,051 miles. The South Carolina segment of Highway 52 is a mere 160 miles long. And the tastiest part of the entire drive is found just 20 miles south of Florence and three miles north of Lake City. Can you guess what it is? It’s a restaurant that serves some of the best BBQ in South Carolina.
Welcome to Scranton, a tiny town of about 850 people with a BBQ joint that’s legendary on Highway 52. It’s called Schoolhouse BBQ and it opened in 1994 in a former (you guessed it) schoolhouse.
TripAdvisor/ChrisK
When you step inside, you’ll remember when times were simpler, meals didn’t cost an arm and a leg to take the whole family out to eat, and folks were kind. (They still are at Schoolhouse BBQ!)
Google/Rachel Lindsay
Aside from all those other wonderful reasons to visit this fantastic buffet, the food is amazing. Schoolhouse prides itself on their hand-pulled vinegar-based BBQ pork.
Google/Glenn Hanna
But the buffet also features other delectable meats like their Southern fried chicken.
Google/Laura M. Swanson
So, take a little journey over on U.S. Highway 52 and wind up in Scranton where you’ll be treated like family the minute you step in the door — and feast like a king.
Google/Janette Metz
While you’re here, enjoy the decor which features the work of South Carolina art sensation, Jim Harrison. (See the mural on the wall in the photo above.)
Google/Laura M. Swanson Harrison’s country scenes depict South Carolina in an easier and simpler time, as does the food at Schoolhouse BBQ. The two go hand-in-hand. (You can see Harrison’s work in his gallery at One South Main Street in Denmark, South Carolina.)
The next time you’re craving delicious BBQ, make it Schoolhouse BBQ in Scranton!
Google/Will Freeman And don’t be shy. Belly up to the buffet and pile that plate high — and then go back for seconds!
See the full menu as well as daily additions to the menu (like the Thursday night breakfast bar!), at the Schoolhouse BBQ website.
Google Maps
Schoolhouse BBQ is open Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Don’t forget to follow the restaurant on Facebook for updates as well as their specials.
TripAdvisor/ChrisK
Google/Rachel Lindsay
Google/Glenn Hanna
Google/Laura M. Swanson
Google/Janette Metz
Harrison’s country scenes depict South Carolina in an easier and simpler time, as does the food at Schoolhouse BBQ. The two go hand-in-hand. (You can see Harrison’s work in his gallery at One South Main Street in Denmark, South Carolina.)
Google/Will Freeman
And don’t be shy. Belly up to the buffet and pile that plate high — and then go back for seconds!
Google Maps
If you have a sweet tooth, be sure to check out this road trip that takes you to The Best Chocolate Shops In South Carolina.
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.
Address: Schoolhouse Bar-B-Que, 2252 US-52, Scranton, SC 29591, USA
The OIYS Visitor Center
Best BBQ In South Carolina November 04, 2022 Melanie J. Does Schoolhouse have the best BBQ in South Carolina? Of course, we all love BBQ, and we all know that not all BBQ’s are created the same. And if you’re a lover of that savory pile of meat, you might like a tangy vinegar-based BBQ or you might prefer it to be sweet and savory. Here in South Carolina, we love BBQ regardless of how it’s made. And as long as the meat is tender, full of flavor, and juicy, we will enjoy it. So, it’s hard to choose the best BBQ in South Carolina, but there are a few restaurants that stand out. By far, Schoolhouse BBQ has one of the best vinegar-based BBQ in South Carolina and so does Lewis Barbecue located in Charleston. Lewis’ vinegar sauce is used on their pulled pork sandwich, and it is tangy and full of flavor. If you don’t enjoy tangy BBQ sauce, then Lewis also uses traditional sauces as well. And here’s an article about a general store that also has some of the most delicious BBQ in South Carolina. Where do locals go to eat BBQ in the state? We are so lucky to have so many good BBQ restaurants in South Carolina. And some of these joints have been around for decades. But there is one BBQ spot in Hemingway, where the locals are always lined up and eager to get their hands on the scrumptious sweet and savory meat. This restaurant is called Scott’s Bar-B-Que, and it has been making some of the best BBQ in South Carolina since 1972. You can feast on ribs, pulled pork, chicken, and more. And similar to Schoolhouse, Scott also has a vinegar-based BBQ sauce that is to die for. Regardless of where in the state you live, the BBQ at Scott’s is worth the drive, and locals have been enjoying the pit BBQ here for decades. Be sure to check out our previous article about this legendary BBQ restaurant in South Carolina.
The OIYS Visitor Center
Best BBQ In South Carolina
November 04, 2022
Melanie J.
Does Schoolhouse have the best BBQ in South Carolina? Of course, we all love BBQ, and we all know that not all BBQ’s are created the same. And if you’re a lover of that savory pile of meat, you might like a tangy vinegar-based BBQ or you might prefer it to be sweet and savory. Here in South Carolina, we love BBQ regardless of how it’s made. And as long as the meat is tender, full of flavor, and juicy, we will enjoy it. So, it’s hard to choose the best BBQ in South Carolina, but there are a few restaurants that stand out. By far, Schoolhouse BBQ has one of the best vinegar-based BBQ in South Carolina and so does Lewis Barbecue located in Charleston. Lewis’ vinegar sauce is used on their pulled pork sandwich, and it is tangy and full of flavor. If you don’t enjoy tangy BBQ sauce, then Lewis also uses traditional sauces as well. And here’s an article about a general store that also has some of the most delicious BBQ in South Carolina. Where do locals go to eat BBQ in the state? We are so lucky to have so many good BBQ restaurants in South Carolina. And some of these joints have been around for decades. But there is one BBQ spot in Hemingway, where the locals are always lined up and eager to get their hands on the scrumptious sweet and savory meat. This restaurant is called Scott’s Bar-B-Que, and it has been making some of the best BBQ in South Carolina since 1972. You can feast on ribs, pulled pork, chicken, and more. And similar to Schoolhouse, Scott also has a vinegar-based BBQ sauce that is to die for. Regardless of where in the state you live, the BBQ at Scott’s is worth the drive, and locals have been enjoying the pit BBQ here for decades. Be sure to check out our previous article about this legendary BBQ restaurant in South Carolina.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Of course, we all love BBQ, and we all know that not all BBQ’s are created the same. And if you’re a lover of that savory pile of meat, you might like a tangy vinegar-based BBQ or you might prefer it to be sweet and savory. Here in South Carolina, we love BBQ regardless of how it’s made. And as long as the meat is tender, full of flavor, and juicy, we will enjoy it. So, it’s hard to choose the best BBQ in South Carolina, but there are a few restaurants that stand out. By far, Schoolhouse BBQ has one of the best vinegar-based BBQ in South Carolina and so does Lewis Barbecue located in Charleston. Lewis’ vinegar sauce is used on their pulled pork sandwich, and it is tangy and full of flavor. If you don’t enjoy tangy BBQ sauce, then Lewis also uses traditional sauces as well. And here’s an article about a general store that also has some of the most delicious BBQ in South Carolina.
Where do locals go to eat BBQ in the state?
We are so lucky to have so many good BBQ restaurants in South Carolina. And some of these joints have been around for decades. But there is one BBQ spot in Hemingway, where the locals are always lined up and eager to get their hands on the scrumptious sweet and savory meat. This restaurant is called Scott’s Bar-B-Que, and it has been making some of the best BBQ in South Carolina since 1972. You can feast on ribs, pulled pork, chicken, and more. And similar to Schoolhouse, Scott also has a vinegar-based BBQ sauce that is to die for. Regardless of where in the state you live, the BBQ at Scott’s is worth the drive, and locals have been enjoying the pit BBQ here for decades. Be sure to check out our previous article about this legendary BBQ restaurant in South Carolina.
