News Summary
Local barbecue restaurants in Aiken County are modifying their hours in anticipation of the Fourth of July celebrations, which are likely to include scattered thunderstorms. With traditional barbecue favorites on the menu, several businesses are making special arrangements to cater to customers. Dukes Bar-B-Que, Bobby’s Bar-B-Q, and others will operate under adjusted hours, offering takeout and bulk orders during the holiday. Locals are encouraged to plan ahead for their barbecue needs during this festive time despite the predicted rain.
Aiken, SC – Local barbecue restaurants in Aiken County are adjusting their hours for the upcoming Fourth of July celebrations, which are expected to be accompanied by scattered thunderstorms and rain. On July 3, the weather forecast predicts a high of 86°F and winds from the southwest at 5 to 10 mph, with a 60% chance of rain. This chance increases to 50% during the evening, with temperatures predicted to drop to a low of 71°F.
As locals prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July, traditional barbecue meals are on the menu, featuring favorites such as pulled pork, hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, and corn on the cob. Various barbecue establishments in the area are making special arrangements to meet the demands of their customers during this festive time.
Restaurant Hours and Offerings
Dukes Bar-B-Que, located at 4248 Whiskey Road, will be open on July 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. For July 4, the restaurant will only accept bulk orders for pickup between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., and no dine-in service will be available.
Bobby’s Bar-B-Q, found at 1897 Jefferson Davis Highway, will offer service on July 3 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., providing takeout orders only on July 4 until they sell out.
Ironhead Barbeque, at 340 Edgefield Road, is scheduled to open on July 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will reopen on July 4 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. It is important to note that preorders for July 4 must be placed by noon on July 3.
BBQ Barn, situated at 10298 Atomic Road, will operate on July 3 from 11 a.m. until sold out. The following day, July 4, they will fill bulk orders only from 7 a.m. until sold out.
Freeman’s Bar-B-Que at 1060 Sand Bar Ferry Road will welcome customers on July 3 from 10 a.m. until sold out, and on July 4 from 8 a.m. until sold out for takeout orders.
Additional Barbecue Options
However, customers should note that Carolina Bar-B-Q in New Ellenton will not be open this week and plans to reopen on July 9. This will mark a brief pause in service for patrons looking forward to their barbecue offerings.
Community Context
Barbecue is a significant part of the Fourth of July celebrations in the South, where families and friends come together to enjoy delicious meals in a festive environment. Many locals look forward to indulging in traditional dishes while celebrating America’s independence. Despite anticipated rain on July 3, barbecue enthusiasts in Aiken are still preparing for food festivities. The altered hours and services provided by local restaurants aim to ensure that customers can still enjoy their favorite barbecue foods during one of the biggest summer holidays.
Residents are encouraged to plan ahead, especially given the limited hours and takeout-only options available for July 4. As barbecue lovers gear up for the holiday, these adjustments promise to facilitate a tasty yet festive experience.
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- Post and Courier: Aiken County Barbecue for Fourth of July
- Post and Courier: Ironhead Barbecue
- WRDW: Aiken BBQ Restaurant Fire
- WJBF: Dukes Bar-B-Que Reopening
- Augusta Chronicle: Labor Day Festivities
- Wikipedia: Barbecue
- Google Search: Barbecue News
- Google Scholar: Barbecue Culture
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Barbecue
- Google News: BBQ
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