City Limits Barbeque

Why the South’s Best BBQ Is Right Here in Columbia, SC.

What started as a roving food truck in 2016 has evolved into one of the most celebrated barbecue destinations in the country. Located in West Columbia, City Limits Barbeque operates out of a charmingly eccentric compound known as”Smoky Hollow.” Led by owner and pitmaster Robbie Robinson, a multi-time James Beard Award finalist and named creator of Southern Living’s #1 BBQ Joint in the South, this family-owned spot has earned national acclaim including spots on The New York Times Top 50 Restaurants list and Texas Monthly’s guide to top barbecue outside Texas.

City Limits is open just nine hours a week on Saturday and Sunday, drawing crowds who happily queue for a taste of authentic, all-wood-smoked meats and soul-satisfying sides. The menu changes daily and reflects a unique blend of Texas counter-style barbecue and rich Carolina pork traditions. Saturdays lean into Texas classics, featuring peppery prime brisket, house-made hot links, and direct-heat spareribs. Sundays shift focus to crowd favorites like pit-smoked beef ‘nqueso sandwiches, slow-cooked pork belly banh mi, and house-ground brisket hot dogs.

Every dish on the tray is crafted with obsessive attention to detail. Diners can dig into Pee Dee-style chopped pork dressed in a peppery vinegar sauce, savory charro beans, and scratch-made collard greens, all while enjoying warm hospitality from Blair and Robbie Robinson’s ownership team. Because service runs only until sold out, it’s highly recommended to check their weekly email update before visiting. Plan your ultimate weekend food trip to the capital region with Experience Columbia SC today.