How Pitmaster John Lewis Brought Texas Barbecue to South Carolina — Smoke Point
Pitmaster John Lewis is known not only for his mouthwatering South Carolina brisket, sausages, and ribs, but also for his dedication to “perfecting” the art of barbecue by customizing his own smokers. He’s also known for getting creative with brining, rubbing, and smoking techniques.
Credits:
Producer: Connor Reid
Directors: Connor Reid, John Barnhardt
Camera: John Barnhardt, Kristina Crum
Editor: Mike Imhoff
Executive Producer: Stephen Pelletteri
Development Producer: McGraw Wolfman
Coordinating Producer: Stefania Orrù
Audience Engagement: Daniel Geneen, Terri Ciccone
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I cant believe i just found John Lewis…. i been living under a stone in Norway. So sad i missed his masterclass when he was in Norway just recently. Love the Oxtail method <3 What an true legend, down to earth hardworker <3 This world need more ppl like him <3
Absolutely the Best BBQ. I Inhaled a pound of brisket and mac n cheese 🔥
We have been here three times. Every time we go it gets better and better and better. Hats off to the BEST bbq on the east coast.
Did you like Chopes? Just outside of El Paso… good Chile Rellanos
I grew up in working in restaurants in Myrtle Beach, two hours to the north. This is one of the most labor intensive food service operations I've ever seen. Obsessive attention to detail. I'm impressed.
I wish this place wasn't so far away.
His hard work payed off i ate at lewis today and oh my God that brisket……that brisket is delicious lol.
Someone need to do top 50 BBQ joints in the United States, bet this man would be at the top. Texas Monthly and Daniel Vaughn need to check him out
This is Aaron Franklin old pit Master back in 2011, John Lewis is part of BBQ history and the craze that's still going, him and Franklin made brisket awesome
I respect his honesty. By that I mean he doesn't tell white lies such as "we only use salt and pepper" in our recipes. Those that know….know what I mean.
I would pay top dollar to eat that food. Damn!
That beef and cheddar got me like woah.
He is the real deal! Went to Charleston for vacation from Denver. Best bbq ever! I got home and went to his web site and sent packages of meat to my brothers 🎉
Place is absolutely phenomenal !!
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I’ve been here at least 25 times, after fishing that was the place to go, grab a cold beer while waiting in line, go there for pastrami on thursdays or beef rib on Saturday, next level
If you haven't been to Lewis in Charleston, you are missing out. The food is truly next level. The brisket is outrageous.
Finally an artisan who isn't arrogant/annoying as hell. Much respect John.
Wow I am a San Antonio native and he is doing it right
When my sister lived in South Carolina, I would always go to Lewis BBQ on every visit with her. I’m going to miss that place since she moved from SC earlier this year. 😭
Oh man, that beef and cheese sandwich looks unbelievable
LMAO! A hipster wearing an, "East Austin," shirt. If you guys only knew what guys like this did to East Austin.
Man I eat bbq. This was the best I’ve had yet. Definitely doing your thing broseph
That looks so amazing!
I live in Charleston and eat alot of BBQ… never herd of this place before.. then I looked up menu and its $28 per LB of brisket no wonder locals only eat Martins or Rodney Scotts but the dedication on tortillas is amazing
He worked as the pit master for La Barbercue in Austin in a trailer parking lot before their brick n mortar location opened up, and I’ll be honest his method was ON point, and food was amazing compared to the more recent location with different pitmaster.
Texas BBQ is the best and the whole world knows it now. This guy is bringing straight up Texas and Tejano cooking to NC. They are very lucky.
South Carolina better🤷♂️
Then there is a Texas pitmaster who owns a place called Truth BBQ that is bringing Carolina style bbq to Texas
HERCS BARBECUE is Los Angeles for anyone in that area looking to get their smoked bbq fix.
So glad that I can say that I've been here. Best bbq I've ever had
The marbling and color on some of that raw meat,very fresh and hi quality!! Luvin it
With all the meat he is cooking and barbequeing he should look jacked up 💪🤣🤣 but it wasn't the case here..
Sh** master
You can tell he already had money before he started
OMG im hungry now
If there is a BBQ college, this guy went to it.