Slow-smoked Southern BBQ spread with brisket, pulled pork, mac and cheese, collards and cornbread

Family-Driven · Southern-Inspired

Savor the Flavor:
Authentic Southern
Catering & Meal Prep

Experience premium, family-driven cuisine crafted with passion. From intimate gatherings to grand events, we make every meal memorable.

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Trusted across the Lowcountry & Upstate SC

Why Choose Us

Every meal should be an experience.

At Top Notch Cooking, we combine authentic Southern flavors, premium ingredients, and a passion for service to create unforgettable culinary moments for you and your guests.

Live fire burning inside a mobile smoker
Real Smoke
Herb-crusted rack of lamb sliced on a board
Chef's Touch
Slow-smoked BBQ platter with ribs, wings, and brisket
TheGold Standard

Family-Driven

A small, passionate team that treats every guest like kin.

Chef-Crafted

Slow-smoked meats, from-scratch sides, and seasonal Southern classics.

Full-Service

From menu design to setup to on-site smoking — we handle it all.

Kind Words

What our guests say.

"The brisket melted in my mouth. Markeith and his team turned our wedding rehearsal into an experience our guests still talk about."
Alicia W.
Charleston, SC
"Meal prep changed my week. Real Southern flavor, portioned perfectly, and it actually feels homemade — not like a diet meal."
Devon R.
Mt. Pleasant, SC
"On-site smoking in our backyard was pure theater. Every rib, every side, every smile — top notch is the only way to say it."
Marcus & Jenna T.
Summerville, SC

Featured Events

Moments plated with care.

Slow-smoked BBQ platter with ribs, wings, and brisket
Pile of smoked rib tips fresh off the grill
Sticky BBQ wings glazed in sauce
Rows of freshly packed meal prep containers on a countertop
Lobster mac and cheese in a to-go container
Blackened salmon and shrimp platter with lemon

Ready When You Are

Let's plan something delicious.

Tell us about your event or meal prep needs — we'll craft a menu that feels made just for you.

Call (803) 664-3825