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The Island Packet

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Rodent droppings in soda syrup. Beaufort Co.'s worst October food inspections

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) has released its October food inspection reports. Two restaurants, two schools and a Parker’s scored less than A. Inspectors from the SCDA inspect restaurants and other food-serving establishments across the state on a routine basis. The frequency of inspections is based on the establishment’s risk-factor for food-borne illness and its compliance history, according to the SCDA. Grades are awarded on a 100-point scale, with A grades above 87 points, B 78 points, and C less than 78 points. Repeat infractions can result in lower letter grades no matter the points. Here’s why these Beaufort County establishments received their grades, and if their violations were corrected: E-Tang Asian Bistro Inspectors awarded E-Tang Asian Bistro, located at 811 William Hilton Parkway on Hilton Head Island, a C grade with 75 points in its Oct.15 routine inspection. Inspectors observed: An employee drinking from an open cup and eating from a bowl on the hot line Employees failing to wash hands between cleaning and food preparation, an employee washing hands without soap, and an employee washing hands in a food preparation sink “Fresh rodent droppings in a pool of Lemon-Lime Soda Syrup,” as well as rodent droppings

Beaufort County, SC · 6d

The Coconut Mama

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Gone forever: The 3 most beloved South Carolina restaurants that recently closed

South Carolina has said goodbye to another trio of familiar dining rooms, following September’s closure of a longtime Columbia sushi favorite. From a waterfront splurge in North Myrtle Beach to…

North Myrtle Beach, SC · 13d

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Michelin Guide recognizes Old Town Bluffton restaurant for delicious food and good value

BLUFFTON — Okàn, the airy, elegant West African- and Caribbean-inspired restaurant in Old Town Bluffton, earned the Bib Gourmand designation in Michelin's American South guide, an award for restaurants that serve "great food at good value." It's the only restaurant in Beaufort County to receive the honor this year.

Bluffton, SC · 13d

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This NYC-Style South Carolina Deli Piles Pastrami Sandwiches As Big As Your Head

One sandwich here is called the Arthur Avenue Special, and it arrives stacked with meat and sweet peppers. Some deli sandwiches come in large or huge sizes. That second option tells you everything about the ambition of this kitchen. The menu reads like a love letter to New York. Pastrami,...

Hilton Head Island, SC · 3d

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4 Best Grocery Stores To Buy Steak, According To Southern Chefs

For many of us, one-stop shopping is the most efficient way to stock the kitchen for the week ahead. While going to a butcher to purchase things like steak or lamb, or a cheesemonger to buy a block of hard cheese and a baguette, may sound nice, in theory, the convenience of a big grocery store offering all of these items and more is hard to beat.

Charleston, SC · 8d

Miami Herald

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The Lowcountry's standout spots for shrimp and grits

You can find dozens of variations on this classic Southern dish in restaurants across the country. But there's something special about eating shrimp and grits in the Lowcountry, where the main ingredients are so close to home. Shrimp and grits have been a staple in coastal Southern kitchens for generations, but when and where did the dish originate? Sources like the Levine Museum of the New South suggest shrimp and grits was likely the result of a convergence of Gullah Geechee, Indigenous and European cooking traditions that started centuries ago. An early recipe for "Shrimps and Hominy" appears in the 1930 cookbook, Two Hundred Years of Charleston Cooking. Over time, the dish was eventually popularized (and fancied up) by restaurants like Crook's Corner in Chapel Hill, North Carolina and Husk in Charleston, South Carolina. Our list of standout shrimp and grits highlights crowd-favorite versions of this dish, both traditional and creative, where local ingredients like these are always the focus. That's thanks to farmers who still grow heritage-variety grains, like the Sea Island Yellow Guinea Flint Grits from Rollen's Raw Grains in Hardeeville, South Carolina, and purveyors like Tarvin Shrimp of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, who catch shrimp off the

Beaufort, SC · 8d

The Post and Courier

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Charleston's last Ruby Tuesday closes its doors permanently

CHARLESTON — A restaurant chain known for an all-you-can-eat salad bar, burgers, ribs and more has shut down its grills. Ruby Tuesday closed its 1953 Savannah Highway location for good, according to a sign posted on the door. “We thank our loyal guests for many years of patronage,” the sign read. It’s unclear when the restaurant’s last day of service was, and the West Ashley location is no longer on the Ruby Tuesday online restaurant locator. The sign encouraged patrons to visit the Walterboro and Orangeburg locations, which are the closest ones to Charleston. Ruby Tuesday did not respond to a...

Charleston, SC · 2d

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South Carolina Island Farm Stand Keeps an Old-Fashioned Tradition Alive With Homemade Pies

A whole refrigerator full of homemade pies waits at the end of a sandy dirt road. Key lime, pecan, banana cream. All of them sit inside a weathered little produce stand shaded by moss-draped oaks. I like how unbothered this place feels. The building looks like it hasn’t changed in...

South Carolina · 2d

The Post and Courier

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Say goodbye to the line at Chubby Fish. The Charleston seafood spot is adding reservations.

CHARLESTON — For the past eight years, Chubby Fish has become known for its dynamic, fresh-off-the-dock-driven menu, hand-lettered on black magnetic strips and affixed to a broad metal board above the small counter in the back of the 38-seat restaurant. As the no-reservations destination’s fame has grown — thanks in part to James Beard Award nominations and appearances in the Michelin Guide, 50 Best and The New York Times — so has its line. The queue has become so lengthy that a professional line-waiting service has spawned, with people paying $50 or more to have someone stand along Coming Str...

Charleston, SC · 21h

The State

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Chef Andrew Zimmern picks 10 top Charleston restaurants ahead of food festival

Food & Wine Classic Charleston returns to the city Nov. 13 to 15 and “Bizarre Foods” Chef Andrew Zimmern will be back to lead two sessions. As a lead-up to the event, Travel & Leisure asked Zimmern for a list of Charleston’s best restaurants. The magazine called Zimmern “a cultural anthropologist who examines the role food plays in telling the world’s most important stories.” “Charleston has one of the most exciting food scenes in America,” the 65-year-old restaurateur said on Facebook. His sessions are “ The Secrets Behind the World’s Most Iconic Restaurant Dishes ” on Nov. 14 and “ The New Surf and Turf: Fresh Takes on the Ultimate Pairing ” on Nov. 15. The event takes place at the Charleston Visitor Center at 375 Meeting St. Other chefs include Adrian Miller, a two-time James Beard Award-winning culinary author, certified barbecue judge who calls himself a recovering attorney; Amanda McCrossin, a certified sommelier, wine personality, and podcast host; Bethany Heinze, co-owner and Operations/Beverage Director at Vern’s, which is included in Zimmern’s list. Andrew Zimmern’s favorite Charleston restaurants Here are the restaurants Zimmern selected, and many of them have won accolades from various sources previously. FIG 232 Meeting Street The

Charleston, SC · 2d

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Six South Carolina Restaurants Where Prime Rib Is Still A Weekly Ritual

Some dinners are just meals, but prime rib night is a standing date that people plan their whole week around. Across South Carolina, a handful of restaurants still roll out this slow-roasted classic on a set night, and the regulars know exactly when to show up. A few of these...

South Carolina · 20h

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These 7 Small-Town South Carolina Bakeries Are Worth The Drive For Their Cinnamon Rolls Alone

Ready to hit the road for small-town bakeries in South Carolina?. These 7 bakeries serve warm cinnamon rolls and friendly smiles that make every mile worth it!. 1. Charleston Bakery & Delicatessen (Summerville) Let’s start with a place that knows how to make you hungry before you even open the...

South Carolina · 2d

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Real Pierogi and Kielbasa Are Worth the Drive at These 6 South Carolina Polish and European Delis

Some of the best meals hide in plain strip-mall storefronts you would drive right past without a second look. Step inside one of these little shops in South Carolina, though, and the smell of smoked sausage and buttery dumplings tells you that you found something special. Pierogi and kielbasa made...

South Carolina · 18h

Mass Market Retailers

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Food Lion to open new grocery store in Hilton Head Island, S.C., on Nov. 11

With new location, Food Lion expands to 22 stores in the Greater Savannah area

Hilton Head Island, SC · 1d

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This South Carolina Soul Food Kitchen Serves Fried Chicken, Okra Soup And Collard Greens From A Turquoise Building

People line up before the doors even open for fried chicken with crispy skin and juicy meat. The menu also features okra soup, a dark, garlicky tomato stew loaded with pork. The restaurant operates out of a bright turquoise, two-story building that’s hard to miss from the road. A place this colorful doesn’t exactly need a sign to get your attention.

North Charleston, SC · 2d

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Where to Eat Thanksgiving Dinner on Hilton Head Island in 2026

Thanksgiving is all about gathering around the table, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend the day in the kitchen. Whether you’re planning a traditional turkey dinner, a waterfront meal or a holiday feast to enjoy at home, several Hilton Head Island restaurants are taking care of the cooking this year.

Hilton Head Island, SC · 1d

The Post and Courier

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Jack’s Diner opens in former Jack’s Cafe space in downtown Charleston

CHARLESTON — Jack’s Diner, inspired by the former local staple Jack’s Cafe, has opened in the same building that housed the renowned restaurant. As reported by The Post and Courier in August, the new stewards of the 41 George St. property, Chaz Wendel and Tyler Hunt of next-door Legend Deli, acquired it with the intention of bringing Jack’s Cafe back, though under a different, but similar, name. The new restaurant’s menu echoes that of the original, featuring classic American diner staples. Menu items include biscuits and gravy, steak and eggs, meatloaf, and burgers and sandwiches, among other...

Charleston, SC · 1d

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Five Guys Bringing Its Famous Burgers and Fries to James Island

A popular national burger chain is preparing to open a new location on James Island, giving residents another fast-casual dining option close to home. Five Guys is making its way to James Island, with a new restaurant planned for 1739 Maybank Highway, Suite V, at James Island Center, near the intersection of Maybank Highway and Folly Road.

Charleston, SC · 2d

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Food Lion Expands North Charleston Footprint With New Store Planned for 2027

A supermarket chain is expanding its footprint in North Charleston. Food Lion will join Planet Fitness as a co-anchor tenant at Festival Centre, located at 5101 Ashley Phosphate Rd., according to The Post and Courier. Woodlock Capital, the property owner of Festival Centre, expressed excitement about Food Lion joining the...

North Charleston, SC · 1d

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Nearly 33,000 Meals Donated and Counting: Hamby Catering Continues a Lowcountry Thanksgiving Tradition

Through its longstanding partnership with the Lowcountry Food Bank, Hamby Catering & Events invites Lowcountry families to give back this Thanksgiving, one holiday feast at a time. CHARLESTON, S.C. — As families across the Lowcountry prepare to gather around their Thanksgiving tables, Hamby Catering & Events is continuing a holiday...

Charleston, SC · 1d