What to order at Palmira Barbecue

Must order
The beef cheek barbacoa, a guava burnt-end side.
Signature dishes
Beef cheek barbacoa, Guava burnt ends
Editor tip
Counter ordering, no reservations. Meats sell out by 19:00 on weekends; arrive by 17:00 for the full menu.
CuisineAmerican BBQ
Price$$
NeighborhoodWest Ashley
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