These 10 Restaurants In South Carolina Don't Look Like Much...But, WOW, They're Good!
Gwen Tennille
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Ah! Those hidden gems. Those places that every local knows about, but the rest of us have never heard of. Places where the food is good, but you might pass by if you didn’t know the area. South Carolina’s food is famous and in some cases infamous. We do love the deep fried, the gravy, and all the bad stuff, but it’s oh, so good! Here are 10 unassuming restaurants in South Carolina that may not look like much from the outside, but their food is rocking the place and the people who eat there can’t wait to go back for more!
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Unassuming Restaurants In South Carolina
What are the best hidden gem restaurants in South Carolina?
The best restaurants may not always be the ones that stand out the most. There are hidden gems all over the Palmetto State. Mill Pond Steakhouse in Rembert is a bit out of the way, but worth the trip. Their food is phenomenal - not just in the steaks but the seafood, too. Hiding in a gas station and country store in Salters, South Carolina is a popular, delicious BBQ restaurant. Locals love them, especially their BBQ sandwiches that are tastier than you could ever imagine. You can try fresh fish at an unassuming fish market in Conway by means of Ocean Fish Market. They cook up fresh, locally caught fish and you can take home some of their catches to cook yourself, too.
What are the best mom & pop restaurants in South Carolina?
If you're looking for the best local restaurants in South Carolina, you can't do much better than the old mom & pop shops that have been around for decades. If you're visiting Myrtle Beach, check out Hoskins Restaurants. It's been around since 1948 and has been owned by the same family the entire time. Their seafood and fried chicken will remind you of grandma's kitchen. Eva's Restaurant in Summerville is another great example. It has been around for 70 years and continues to serve up timeless recipes in generous portions. Residents of Rock Hill, South Carolina love Mary's Cafe when they're looking for tasty home-style cooking. Their menu is loaded for all your favorites.
Which restaurants serve the food South Carolina is known for?
Enjoy some of South Carolina's favorite foods at these restaurants. For some spectacular BBQ, visit Sweatman's BBQ in Holly Hill. Don't expect fine dining here - just delicious, piled-high BBQ. All your favorite side dishes are there, too, and the BBQ itself is (of course) amazing. It's been featured on multiple national TV shows as a go-to place for good South Carolina food. For tasty Lowcountry food, take a ferry ride to Lucy Bell's Cafe on Daufuskie Island. From shrimp to po'boy sandwiches, plus a beautiful seating area underneath a giant oak tree to enjoy your meal outside. When visiting the iconic city of Charleston, enjoy a visit to the wonderful restaurant of Husk. They only use food sourced from South Carolina - whether it be locally grown or caught. Their menu includes fantastic fish, shrimp, fried chicken, and more in a constantly changing line up.