Elliott’s BBQ Lounge, nestled inside Seminar Brewing at 551 W. Lucas St., is a rare find in the world of modern barbecue. While the barbecue landscape in South Carolina is often associated with mustard-based sauces (a tradition we’re not exactly thrilled about), the Pee Dee region has quietly carried on a whole-hog tradition that is strikingly similar to the one we cherish back in Eastern North Carolina.
For those who haven’t yet discovered Florence’s newest BBQ hotspot, let me paint the picture: Moss’s menu is a celebration of whole hog cooked low and slow, chopped to perfection, and served with a sauce that’s tangy, vinegar-based, and just enough to remind you of a smokehouse right off a dirt road in Pitt County. Think of it as a delicious nod to the rich barbecue history we hold dear, but with a South Carolina twist.
What makes this even more exciting is that Florence isn’t exactly a barbecue mecca. It’s a bit off the beaten path—about 2 hours from Raleigh—but that’s what makes Elliott’s such a hidden gem. Moss has managed to bring the best of the Pee Dee region’s barbecue traditions to life, with a side of craft brews from Seminar Brewing to wash it all down. It’s an unlikely, but perfect, pairing that turns Florence into a culinary destination.
And who knows? Maybe you’ll find yourself taking a detour to the Pee Dee region every time you crave a taste of true, whole-hog goodness
Elliott's Barbecue
551 W Lucas St,
Florence, SC 29501
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