Rodney Scott’s BBQ is more than just a restaurant—it’s the story of a lifelong passion for whole hog barbecue. Founded by pitmaster Rodney Scott, who first learned the craft in his family’s Hemingway, South Carolina, shop back in the 1970s, the brand grew from a small-town smokehouse into a nationally celebrated name. After opening his first solo spot in Charleston in 2017, Rodney’s dedication to slow-cooked, wood-fired barbecue quickly earned acclaim, even snagging him a James Beard Award.
As the restaurants expanded across the South, the menu evolved too—offering plates piled with pulled pork, ribs, chicken, and signature sides. What many fans don’t realize is that there’s also a secret menu, with off-the-radar items that locals whisper about. Still, the heart of Rodney Scott’s BBQ remains his original whole hog barbecue, cooked low and slow, proving that some classics never lose their flavor.
Rodney Scotts BBQ Menu (Full Update Menu 2026)
Gettin’ Started
Item
Note
Price
Bag of Skins
Light and crunchy pig skins tossed in Rodney’s dry rub
3.29
Smoked Chicken Wings
Smoked over coals, full crispy and tossed or special rub. Served with ranch and celery
6 for 7.79 / 12 for 15.79 / 18 for 23.49
Hushpuppies and Honey Butter
4.29
Taters & Greens
Item
Note
Price
Tater Truck
Fries with scallion, cheddar cheese, bacon and Rodney’s sauce
5.79
Loaded Tater Truck
Baked potato with sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon & scallion