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"We flew in on our private plane to shop for rugs. You were near and looked interesting. BEST BBQ EVER! We thought we had some good stuff in Augusta, Ga., but this is awesome. Thanks for a real treat!" -- Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Beazley, Evans, Ga.

"[Thomas Bessinger's barbeque sauce] was the best [of the Bessinger brothers'], terrifically balancing the tangs of mustard and vinegar with a wood fire's charry flavor." -- The New York Times Magazine, Aug. 26, 2001

About Bessinger's onion rings: "Their combination of puffy coating and crunchy-soft onion makes
them one of Bessinger's memorable best-sellers." -- Southern Living, May 2002

"Wow! Around for 60 years - and for real good reason - this is a Top Ten-er of the first order." -- Allan Baker, Freelance Writer, BBQTravel.com, Aug. 12, 2004

"The best pork sandwich yet encountered, and classic, delectable hash - they also boast the most original, classic, delicious onion rings." -- Allan Baker, Freelance Writer, BBQTravel.com, Aug. 12, 2004

"Tender, tear-apart ribs, with the ultimate "wavy pink" texture - their flavor forced me to ask if I could set up a cot near the smoker." -- Allan Baker, Freelance Writer, BBQTravel.com, Aug. 12, 2004

"A landmark in Charleston â€¦ this place is fabulous!"
-- National BBQ News

"Arguably the best mustard-based sauce around -- tender, juicy, celestial shredded pork and great buns." -- National BBQ News

"The Big Joe sandwiches, either pork or beef, are examples of barbecue at its best and the sandwich shop offers the best mouth-watering cheeseburgers in town." -- The Islander, May 20, 1992

"I have been eating Bessinger's Barbeque for over 37 years.
In my nationwide search for the perfect barbeque, I have yet to find any better." -- Reese Inabinett, Mt. Pleasant

"No doubt about it. It's Bessinger's Barbeque, Charleston. Slow pit-roasted pig, chopped and mixed with a great sauce. It's a succulent, tender, mouthwatering feed. Mmmmm good!" -- W. Langdon Reeder

"We drive 100 miles to eat at Bessinger's. My daughter made reservations for our anniversary at the only five-star restaurant in Charleston and we insisted on Bessinger's." -- A.J. Sineath, Pinopolis

"One of the best barbeques I've had!" -- J.P.

"Like your barbeque. Always bring our visitors from Indiana and Illinois
here when they are in town. They love it also." -- Don & Cleo Cox, Walterboro, S.C.

"Best barbeque, hamburgers, chicken and ribs. Best restaurant in South Carolina for good food." --Law, Ladson, S.C.

"Completely excellent! Food and all! Great job!" -- Mahony, Syosset, NY.

"Excellent food â€¦ a pleasant place to dine and enjoy." -- Edward Ulmer, Charleston, S.C.

"Fast, easy, nice food and great value. It's great!" -- Bryun Blalock

"If we ever make it back to this part of the country, we're definitely coming back here!" -- Mel and Kathy Lockridge, Missoula, Mt.

"Bessinger's is very clean and respectful to their guests." -- Markeya Ross, Charleston, S.C.

"We love to stop by every time we come to Charleston. Just wish we had a Bessinger's in Walterboro." -- R.L. and MJ Carter, Walterboro, S.C.

"I've never seen a onion ring look like a doughnut! AMAZING! Food was great!" -- Roger Ted, Clifton, Va.

"Recommended by Charleston native now living in North Carolina. She was right. It was excellent." -- Donna and Dan Brown, Wadesboro, N.C.

"We've been here for only two days and we've come for dinner twice!" -- K. Riley, Vero Beach, Fla.

"We like BBQ. Spotted your place and decided to give it a try. Great food. Will stop by again when we are back in town." -- Kathy & Sam Mundy, Buford, Ga.

"One of the best BBQ places in the South. Wish you had one in Savannah. Keep up the great work." -- Mike and Millie Wilson, Savannah, Ga.

"Bessinger's is the best BBQ. If only there was one in Myrtle Beach. We go out of our way to come here -- it is always worth the trip." -- Dr. Sennema, Myrtle Beach, S.C.

"Everything exceeded our expectations. Take care and I will be seeing you in your restaurant." -- Roger A. Attanasio

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Bessinger's Wins Top Honor from National Barbecue News

Friday, March 24

CHARLESTON, S.C. –Bessinger’s Barbeque, a renowned Charleston restaurant celebrating its 60th anniversary of serving up mouth-watering barbeque, has been named number one barbeque restaurant by National Barbecue News, a monthly publication that is dedicated to the sport and recreation of barbecue.

Michael Bessinger, co-owner of the famed Charleston restaurant, submitted their barbeque sauce in a sauce contest and instead was rewarded the prestigious honor of being named overall best restaurant. “We’re so proud to be celebrating 60 years of great barbeque and great customers in the Lowcountry, and this is the best birthday present we could ask for,” said Bessinger.

National Barbecue News, based in Douglas, Ga. aims to introduce people to barbecue and also keep the barbecue enthusiast informed as to changes and happenings in the barbecue world.

A Charleston tradition since 1946, Bessinger's Barbeque, 1602 Savannah Highway, serves Southern-style barbeque, sandwiches and sides made with the highest quality ingredients. The restaurant, in its third generation of ownership by the Bessinger family, offers both a buffet-style restaurant and a more traditional "good food fast" setting. A favorite of locals and tourists alike, Bessinger's is known for its doughnut-style onion rings and golden barbeque sauce, both given rave reviews by Southern Living magazine. For more information, visit www.bessingersbbq.com.

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