Maurice's BBQ Piggie Park – American
Stepping into this iconic pit-stop feels like a journey into the heart of Carolina barbecue tradition, where the air is thick with the sweet scent of hickory smoke and the tang of signature golden mustard sauce. The kitchen turns out towering "Big Joe" sandwiches and smoky beef brisket alongside griddle-seared burgers crowned with melted pimento cheese or savory chili. Each bite offers a nostalgic taste of the classic roadside drive-in experience, where hearty comfort food and Southern hospitality take center stage.
107 Clemson Road, Columbia SC 29229 https://piggiepark.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the warm Southern hospitality and friendly service, frequently highlighting the brisket and ribs for being exceptionally moist and tender. Guests love the perfectly crispy okra and refreshing lemonade, often celebrating the menu as some of the best BBQ available in South Carolina. The experience is praised for its welcoming atmosphere and high-quality smoked meats, ensuring a satisfying visit for those seeking authentic local flavors.
Menu
Sandwiches
- Big Joe: 6 ounces of pit-cooked BBQ pork served with Maurice's Southern Gold sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Little Joe: 4 ounces of pit-cooked BBQ pork served with Maurice's Southern Gold sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauci-Chick: Pulled BBQ chicken with plenty of sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Brisket Sandwich: Thinly sliced tender BBQ beef brisket smoked for 6 hours on hickory pits
- Hamburger: Freshly ground hamburger meat, hand-shaped and grilled to order Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Cheeseburger: Freshly ground hamburger meat with cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Bacon Cheeseburger: Hamburger with bacon and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Cheeseburger: Hamburger with homemade chili and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pimento Cheeseburger: Hamburger with homemade pimento cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hotdog with Chili: Old-fashioned hotdog topped with homemade chili Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Ham Sandwich: Thin slices of ham on a bun with lettuce and tomato Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fillet Sandwich: Fried chicken patty on a bun with mayo, lettuce, and pickles Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Turkey Breast Sandwich: Smoked turkey chunks with choice of Southern Gold sauce or deli style with mayo, lettuce, tomato, and pickle Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach
Main Courses
- Pitmaster Plate (1 Meat): Choice of 1 meat, 2 southern sides, dinner roll, and 2 hushpuppies
- Pitmaster Plate (2 Meats): Choice of 2 meats, 2 southern sides, dinner roll, and 2 hushpuppies
- Pitmaster Plate (3 Meats): Choice of 3 meats, 2 southern sides, dinner roll, and 2 hushpuppies
Sides
- Carolina Hash Over Rice: Signature southern hash and fluffy white rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Homemade Coleslaw: Minced and seasoned cabbage Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free
- Brisket Baked Beans: Baked beans with chunks of pit-cooked brisket Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Hushpuppies: Crispy, sweet and tender fried cornmeal Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Fries: Home-style small cut crispy potato fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb
- Potato Salad: Homemade with potato chunks, onion, mustard, and mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Green Beans: Southern style green beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Fried Okra: Lightly fried okra Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Macaroni & Cheese: Classic southern recipe with plenty of cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- BBQ Pork Skins: Hot and crispy fried pork skins
- Freshly Fried Onion Rings: Made with local Adluh flour Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Sweet Potato Fries: Fried strips of sweet potato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb
- Collard Greens: Southern style collard greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Desserts
- Banana Pudding: Homemade secret recipe with fresh bananas, vanilla wafers, and whipped topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Strawberry Shortcake: Vanilla cake, strawberries, and whipped topping
- Pecan Pie: Warm slice of pecan pie, optional whipped topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Lemon Meringue Pie: Sweet and tart lemon meringue pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Chocolate Cream Pie: Creamy chocolate pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Freshly Brewed Tea (Gallon): Sweet or Unsweet Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Fresh Homemade Lemonade (Gallon): Homemade lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Take Home & Bulk
- BBQ Chopped Pork (1 lb): Serves 3-4
- BBQ Ribs (Rack): 12-13 ribs
- Smoked Wings (Tray of 25): Hickory smoked wings Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Smoked Prime Beef Brisket (1 lb): Sliced, serves 3-4 Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Homemade Pimento Cheese (Pint): Signature pimento cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Homemade Hot Dog Chili (Pint): Signature meat chili
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