Billy G's Smokehouse + The Salty Goat
By Charlotte Park, @CharlotteParkCHS
Many people don't realize that Wild Dunes Resort on the Isle of Palms is a culinary gem, with a variety of restaurants open to the public ranging from its premier seafood restaurant Coastal Provisions to its summertime BBQ joint Billy G's Smokehouse. The TasteMakers crew was invited to sample a selection of appetizers and new fall items at it's laid-back Billy G's, along with a selection of cocktails from The Salty Goat, its neighbor craft cocktail bar. The resort was BEYOND generous with its offerings for the night, leaving the group stuffed to the brim with pork and happiness (#porkhappiness) and wondering why we don't frequent Isle of Palms more often for a food adventure.
With mixologists that are just as friendly as they are passionate about Charleston's craft cocktail scene, The Salty Goat was excited to showcase a selection of drinks to the group to get the party started!
Bacon Old Fashioned: bourbon infused with smoked bacon, topped with sugar-coated candied bacon. Have you ever seen such a sexy cocktail in your life?
Goatman Gimlet: vodka, sweet ginger beer, lime, mint and bitters.
Notable Items dishes from the menu at Billy G's Smokehouse included:
Pretzel bread with cheese dipping sauce made with Kentucky Bourbon barrel beer from Goodwood.
Panko-Fried Cheese Bites w. salsa verde
Smokehouse Waffle Fries: cheddar cheese sauce, smoked pulled pork, sour cream, smoked pico de gallo
Fried Pork Rinds & Pimento Cheese
Smoked Gouda Burger: marinated onions, Tomato, smoked peach mayo, broiche roll
Shrimp & Smoked Cheddar Geechie Boy Grits: bacon, tomato broth
Brisket, Pulled Pork, Collards, Mac & Cheese, Baked Beans
Just as we had all unbuttoned our jeans and began to experience the meat sweats, a trio of desserts begged us to make room....
Peach Cobbler: streusel topping, vanilla ice cream
Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet: vanilla ice cream
Old Fashioned Banana Pudding: Nilla wafers, whipped topping
With its warm southern hospitality and casual vibe, awesome smoked meats, crav-worthy apps and unique cocktails, Billy G's Smokehouse and The Salty Goat proved itself worthy in the destination dining department. While Billy G's closes at the end of the summer, we will most certainly be paying a visit to The Salty Goat again this fall for football season- as it seems like the ideal spot to watch the game and enjoy some apps/drinks with friends or family.
Billy G's Smokehouse + The Salty Goat at Wild Dunes Resort
1 Sundial Circle, Isle of Palms
866.359.5593
