Little Pigs Barbecue opened its doors in February of 1962 at 2822 Rosewood Drive in Columbia, SC as the 31st franchise of Little Pigs of America, based in Memphis Tennessee.
In early 1965, Little Pigs of America filed for bankruptcy and the Columbia operation changed its operating name to the Little Bar-B-Q Hut. It continued to operate under that name until June of 1978 at which time it moved to its current location at 4927 Alpine Road in Columbia, SC.
From the small counter service with a seating capacity of 36, it transitioned into a large buffet service with a seating capacity of 160, back under the Little Pigs Barbecue name. About a year later, a catering service was started and the rest is history. Little Pigs caters all types of dinners, receptions, weddings, etc. from its Northeast Columbia location to anywhere in central South Carolina, to as far away as Charlotte, NC.
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Little Pigs BBQ received an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars from 14 reviews.
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Just OK by Doc Mike via Citysearch on 12/25/2010
Don't care for this type of BBQ. Try Billy Bobs in Fort Worth, TX.
great bbq! by donkeykong via Citysearch on 5/14/2010
I tried this with a friend a few weeks ago....I must say, it was the first time, but it was excellent. I'd suggest this to anyone looking for bbq and a bit of variety. the best in town.
best in SC by luvnpigs via Citysearch on 4/18/2010
great food ,tom. ,must., an vinager bbq,the best.ribs,bbq chickin an fried chic.fish is the best.all the side you could want.You can also order from menu if you can't eat all the good food. Location is off of I-20 or I-77 just call for…
Fire Damaged! by Jake B. via Judy's Book on 1/2/2010
Don't just drive by! Little Pigs caught fire and burned again late 2009 and may or may not be rebuilt. Last time I drove by, the tarp was still covering the hole in the roof. It's happened before and they rebuilt, so I expect them to…
Thank You by CSMobileUser2 via Citysearch on 9/1/2009
My wife cooked tonight. And went to sleep at exactly 8:58 before I could eat. Thank God you guys stayed open long enough to serve me real food. My heroes. Delicious!!! Friendly heroes of columbia.
Love it! by NACSC via Citysearch on 5/28/2009
This place has been a staple for traditional SC BBQ for as long as I can remember. The BBQ is awesome, but so are all the sides, the chicken, and there is no shortage in selection of sauces. If you like pulled pork, give this a try.
Little Pigs, Big Taste by judyd123 via Citysearch on 5/2/2009
The food is great. I just wish it were open 7 days a week. All you can eat and it doesn't break your bank
good barbecue!!! by jenniferB via Citysearch on 4/26/2009
Went there the other day. Is absolutely delicious! Has a good family atmosphere. Was very impress with the friendly staff. Definitely will go here again.
Debbie by CSMobileUser via Citysearch on 4/14/2009
It's an inside southern picnic. The food is southern and the artwork priceless.
The Best By Far!!! by JustMe via Citysearch on 3/17/2009
This is BY FAR the best barbque buffet place I have found in Columbia since I moved here in 1991! The food is always fresh and hot, and the price is right. The people are friendly and quick to say "Have a nice day".... That means a lot…
great place to get vinegar Q in South Carolina...and that's rare by 3kidsnsc via Citysearch on 10/17/2008
this is the best Q place we have found.we like the 3 types of Q.we are from NC and love our vinegar Q and this is the only place we have found that has it on the buffet.the whole family can find something they like cause there are so many…
BEST bbq in South Carolina! by snjn via Citysearch on 5/21/2008
It was like an "on the ground church picnic." Down home cooking @ its best! We loved the food and service.
My favorite place to Pig Out! by Jen B via Insider Pages on 2/4/2008
Always a great meal, we always leave full and happy. Nice laid back atmostphere...excellent southern buffet from barbeque to nanner pudding. Best mac&cheese ever, good variety of pork flavors and always a whole pig to pick, yummy hush…
Family Style All-U-Can Eat Q, Ribs, Chicken by wgsouth via Citysearch on 7/22/2005
Pulled pork-Q(Vinegar/Pepper, Mustard, & Tomato), Fried& BBQ chicken. A smoked pig for pickin' at night. BBQ RIBS!! Homemade Onion rings. Fried catfish filets &little hushpuppies. Great O-Rings, slaw, rib flavored rice, and meat…
