Initial Q

3.9 (235)

$30 and under

Southern

127 W. Main St., Spartanburg, SC 29306

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails
Lively

Initial Q: Social Bar & Smokehouse is not be the typical southern barbecue stuffed in a Styrofoam clam shell with slaw and beans, but a gastro-smokehouse experience. Wherever you come down on the great barbecue debate, expect something excitingly different at Initial Q.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southern, Barbecue
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(864) 707-2183
Website
http://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Restaurant/Initial-Q-107002474204274/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Patrick Phillips
Catering
Catering available for off-site events. Pick-up and delivery available.
Private party facilities
Private Dining available for large parties, corporate events, and special occasions.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
127 W. Main St., Spartanburg, SC 29306
Neighborhood
Spartanburg
Cross street
Main and Church Street @ Morgan Square<br />
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 235 people are saying

Initial Q reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.1Service
4.1Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

235 Reviews

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RobertG VIP
Greater Boston29 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I was visiting Spartanburg and found this little gem of a restaurant. Had a delicious BBQ rib plate with two sides. The ribs were authentic and perfect. It’s nice when the meat falls off the bone, as they say. The Mac and cheese was creamy and really good. Cole slaw tasty. I got the banana pudding for desert and enjoyed it very much. If you want good BBQ, this is the spot to visit in Spartanburg. Enjoy!
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Stephen
South Carolina1 review
2.0
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Salmon was over cooked and dry, asparagus was over cooked (mushy), and so tiny couldn’t poke with a fork. Sub par food that was over priced. Atmosphere and ambiance was spot on.
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JustinS VIP
Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent. Our server was beyond attentive to our needs. Looking forward to coming back
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DanaH
South Carolina7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a wonderful experience in nearly every way. Our wheelchair was easily accommodated. Service and food perfect. The restaurant is gorgeous and perfectly clean. Unfortunately the AC must have been out, however there were multiple fans going and our party was comfortable in spite of the issue. I’m certain it will be resolved after the weekend.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
South Carolina17 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This was our second time visiting here. Just like the first time it was quite pleasant. I love the fact that it’s so peaceful with no loud music or screaming crying children. The service could have been better and this goes for our first visit as well. It seems the servers are not as attentive to the tables as they should be. But over all the food was great minus the fact that it was cold when it came out and I had to send it back to be warmed. The salad had a really sweet salad dressing on it that my husband absolutely did not like. He had to send it back. But other than that I think we will return when we are in the area.
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SueH VIP
Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 15, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
The food was cold for the second time. The air conditioning was broken. The brought out a fan and never turned it on. A worker was vaping behind a partician, we could see him. Gross, we’ve eaten here several times. We’re not going back.
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OpenTable Diner
South Carolina3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was great. The waiter told us all her favorites and the food did not disappoint. We will come back again when in town.
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ChristianD
Charlotte7 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, attentive staff and just a great way to celebrate Wofford graduation festivities with family and friends!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
South Carolina5 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
It was Mother’s Day brunch. We ate outside and enjoyed our time here. The service was professional, but not friendly. They were really busy so I let a few things slide. My food was ok, everyone else was really pleased. Overall, I’d go back. There are so many dishes to choose from that look amazing!!!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas1 review
3.0
Dined on May 12, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Overall a adequate experience. It was a special occasion and the we left feeling "blah". The food was reasonable and the service was decent but it wasn't the experience l was hoping to get for special occasion especially considering the price paid. This was the second visit to this restaurant and it is unlikely l will return.
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FAQs

Initial Q offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (864) 707-2183.

Initial Q is rated 3.9 stars by 235 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

127 W. Main St., Spartanburg, SC 29306

Additional information

Cross street
Main and Church Street @ Morgan Square<br />
Neighborhood
Spartanburg
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southern, Barbecue
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Patrick Phillips
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Restaurant/Initial-Q-107002474204274/
Phone number
(864) 707-2183
Catering
Catering available for off-site events. Pick-up and delivery available.
Private party facilities
Private Dining available for large parties, corporate events, and special occasions.

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Menu

Bites

Smoked Wings$10.00

Pimento Cheese$9.00

Plates

Grilled 6 oz Angus Fillet$29.00

Bourbon Barrel Smoked 10 oz Sirloin Strip$27.00

Salads

Pork & Knife$11.00

Spinach Salad$10.00

Sweets

White Chocolate Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding$8.00

Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwich$7.00

Sides

Mac & Cheese$4.00

Honey Cider Slaw$4.00

What 235 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

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