Here we go again…tempting you with food you just can’t resist. Unless…you’re one of those people that typically judge a book by its cover. Or ARE you? We’ve gathered up 12 “hole-in-the-wall” restaurants that dish out some of the best eats you’ll find – in spite of how they look on the outside. Are you up for the challenge? Here’s the list of the best hole in the wall restaurants in South Carolina and it’s not in any particular order…
- Martha Lou’s Kitchen - 1068 Morrison Dr, Charleston, SC 29403 (note: permanently closed since the original publication of this list)
Yelp/James S
Yelp/Richard R Martha Lou’s is a soul food institution in Charleston. It’s been reviewed (with NICE reviews) in the New York Times and the Travel Channel. When you go, make sure you get your own “selfie” in front of this iconic building!
Click here to visit their page.Editor’s note: since the original publication of this list, Martha Lou’s lost their lease and closed. We hear they are currently seeking a new location.
- Pawleys Island Tavern - 10635 Ocean Hwy, Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Facebook/The Pawleys Island Tavern
Facebook/The Pawleys Island Tavern That, my friend, is a big piece of fried chicken under that beautiful provolone and those jalapenos. In addition to great pub fare, Pawleys Island Tavern usually has some live music.
Click here to visit their page.
- Southern Belly BBQ - Columbia (Rosewood location) 1332 Rosewood Dr, Columbia, SC 29201
Yelp/Eva C
Yelp/Rachel C This BBQ joint is a hidden gem in Columbia. Choose from more sauces than you can count on one hand and sit back and stuff your face.
Click here to visit their page.
- Bullies BBQ - 3 Regency Pkwy, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Yelp/Ye M.
Yelp/Amy L Actually, when it comes to size, Bullies is NOT a small place, but they do let you write all over the walls, which is entirely related to why they made this list. Oh, and they have stellar food! Try the ribs, they’re amazing.
Click here to visit their page.
- Wreck of the Richard & Charlene - 106 Haddrell St, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Yelp/Sondra S
Yelp/Christine J This place is a real dive and they know it. And the food is consistently great and always fresh! It’s a little hard to find but worth the effort. The Wreck is a LANDMARK on Mount Pleasant’s famous food alley called “Shem Creek.”
Click here to visit their page.
- Bodo’s German Restaurant & Pub - 407 8th Ave N, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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Yelp/Kathryn R If you’re into German food then Bodo’s is the place to be. Forget the exterior and focus on the food. (Shown: Jägerschnitzel with spaetzle and champagne kraut)
Click here to visit their page.
- McCutcheon’s Cheeseburger House - 512 Ninety Six Hwy, Greenwood, SC 29646
Facebook/Cheeseburger House-McCutcheon’s
Facebook/Cheeseburger House - McCutcheon’s We’ve got news if you think this local spot has “retro” decor. It’s the real thing…and so is this loaded burger. You want to lick your screen right now for a taste of that bacon, don’t you?
Click here to visit their page.
- Northwest Grill - 13045 Old White Horse Rd, Travelers Rest, SC 29690
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Facebook/Northwest Grill Someone somewhere voted this little restaurant’s burger the BEST in Greenville County. Get on over there to find out why…
Click here to visit their page.
- Tanners Big Orange - 322 S Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville, SC 29607
Nicole J.
Yelp/Bill E. Oh boy we just can’t resist this one: after you leave this hole in the wall restaurant in Greenville you can turn to your friend and ask “Orange you glad we ate here?” Seriously, they’ve been in business for more than 70 years … if that’s not enough to let you know they have the food business figured out, then take a look at these hotdogs…
Click here to visit their page.
- The Rough House - 116 Court Square, Abbeville, SC 29620
Facebook/The Rough House
Facebook/The Rough House …Speaking of hot dogs…hot dogs and ice cream are what’s up at The Rough House in Abbeville. It’s a great place to take the kids.
Click here to visit their page.
- Fletchers Finds and Deli - 21 Castle Hall Rd # 17, Yemassee, SC 29945
Yelp/Jim C.
Yelp/Aaron B. Well, at least it’s accurately named. You CAN shop and eat, or EAT and then shop. Either way, you get a delicious meal and some great finds to take home with you when you leave Fletchers.
Click here to visit their page.
- McConkey’s Jungle Shack - 108 Jungle Rd, Edisto Island, SC 29438
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Yelp/Nikki L. This little roadside gem dishes out some hardcore food…like these mahi tacos that look good enough to be on TV.
Click here to visit their page.
Everyone loves food. And South Carolina has its fair share of killer restaurants. Have you eaten at any of the ones on this list? If we left any of your favorite hole in the wall restaurants in South Carolina off, feel free to nominate them right here! And be sure to check out some of the state’s most well-loved restaurants for more ideas of great places to dine in the Palmetto State.
Yelp/James S
Yelp/Richard R
Martha Lou’s is a soul food institution in Charleston. It’s been reviewed (with NICE reviews) in the New York Times and the Travel Channel. When you go, make sure you get your own “selfie” in front of this iconic building!
Click here to visit their page.Editor’s note: since the original publication of this list, Martha Lou’s lost their lease and closed. We hear they are currently seeking a new location.
Facebook/The Pawleys Island Tavern
That, my friend, is a big piece of fried chicken under that beautiful provolone and those jalapenos. In addition to great pub fare, Pawleys Island Tavern usually has some live music.
Click here to visit their page.
Yelp/Eva C
Yelp/Rachel C
This BBQ joint is a hidden gem in Columbia. Choose from more sauces than you can count on one hand and sit back and stuff your face.
Click here to visit their page.
Yelp/Ye M.
Yelp/Amy L
Actually, when it comes to size, Bullies is NOT a small place, but they do let you write all over the walls, which is entirely related to why they made this list. Oh, and they have stellar food! Try the ribs, they’re amazing.
Click here to visit their page.
Yelp/Sondra S
Yelp/Christine J
This place is a real dive and they know it. And the food is consistently great and always fresh! It’s a little hard to find but worth the effort. The Wreck is a LANDMARK on Mount Pleasant’s famous food alley called “Shem Creek.”
Click here to visit their page.
Google Maps [streetview]
Yelp/Kathryn R
If you’re into German food then Bodo’s is the place to be. Forget the exterior and focus on the food. (Shown: Jägerschnitzel with spaetzle and champagne kraut)
Click here to visit their page.
Facebook/Cheeseburger House-McCutcheon’s
Facebook/Cheeseburger House - McCutcheon’s
We’ve got news if you think this local spot has “retro” decor. It’s the real thing…and so is this loaded burger. You want to lick your screen right now for a taste of that bacon, don’t you?
Click here to visit their page.
Facebook/Northwest Grill
Someone somewhere voted this little restaurant’s burger the BEST in Greenville County. Get on over there to find out why…
Click here to visit their page.
Nicole J.
Yelp/Bill E.
Oh boy we just can’t resist this one: after you leave this hole in the wall restaurant in Greenville you can turn to your friend and ask “Orange you glad we ate here?” Seriously, they’ve been in business for more than 70 years … if that’s not enough to let you know they have the food business figured out, then take a look at these hotdogs…
Click here to visit their page.
Facebook/The Rough House
…Speaking of hot dogs…hot dogs and ice cream are what’s up at The Rough House in Abbeville. It’s a great place to take the kids.
Click here to visit their page.
Yelp/Jim C.
Yelp/Aaron B.
Well, at least it’s accurately named. You CAN shop and eat, or EAT and then shop. Either way, you get a delicious meal and some great finds to take home with you when you leave Fletchers.
Click here to visit their page.
Yelp/Nikki L.
This little roadside gem dishes out some hardcore food…like these mahi tacos that look good enough to be on TV.
Click here to visit their page.
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Address: 1068 Morrison Dr, Charleston, SC 29403, USAAddress: 10635 Ocean Hwy, Pawleys Island, SC 29585, USAAddress: 1410 Colonial Life Blvd W, Columbia, SC 29210, USAAddress: Bullies BBQ, 3 Regency Pkwy, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USAAddress: 106 Haddrell St, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USAAddress: 407 8th Ave N, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, USAAddress: 512 Ninety Six Hwy, Greenwood, SC 29646, USAAddress: 13045 Old White Horse Rd, Travelers Rest, SC 29690, USAAddress: 322 S Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville, SC 29607, USAAddress: 116 Court Square, Abbeville, SC 29620, USAAddress: 17 Yemassee Hwy, Yemassee, SC 29945, USAAddress: 108 Jungle Rd, Edisto Island, SC 29438, USA
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Hole In The Wall Restaurants In South Carolina June 19, 2020 Leah What are the best hidden gem restaurants in South Carolina? Sometimes the best places are the ones that are the hardest to find. South Carolina has some diamonds in the rough are worth discovering, such as the Coast Bar & Grill in Charleston. Though there are many tasty seafood restaurants in this historic city, the Coast is tucked down an alleyway and you could easily miss it. Their incredible menu is worth seeking it out for, however. The Passerelle Bristo in Greenville, South Carolina is another perfect example. While you might walk right by it to experience the city’s well-known bridge that it sits right next to, stop by and give it a try. Their food will amaze you. What are the friendliest neighborhood restaurants in South Carolina? The best local restaurants in South Carolina tend to be the ones that might not be super flashy, but they’re always full of regular customers. Places like the Olde House Cafe in Walterboro serve homestyle meals that’ll remind you of grandma’s kitchen. Paw’s Diner, located in Seneca, is another great example of a welcoming place with a menu that’s hard to beat - especially the mac & cheese. There is a restaurant called Mama Blair’s in Bennettsville that has ribs and wings that are to die for - and its popularity with the locals proves it. Where can I find the best seafood in South Carolina? It’s no secret that the Palmetto State has some incredible seafood. When deciding where to dine in South Carolina, if you want to experience the state’s famous seafood here are a few great options on where to go. The Palmetto Oyster House in Sumter, SC has so much more than oysters, but those are definitely a must-try. The Oyster Po-Boy should be at the top of your list if you go. JC’s Seafood in Aiken, SC has extremely fresh and super delicious meals. Their Low Country Boil is a favorite, and for good reason. It’s huge, too, so make sure you come hungry!
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Hole In The Wall Restaurants In South Carolina
June 19, 2020
Leah
What are the best hidden gem restaurants in South Carolina? Sometimes the best places are the ones that are the hardest to find. South Carolina has some diamonds in the rough are worth discovering, such as the Coast Bar & Grill in Charleston. Though there are many tasty seafood restaurants in this historic city, the Coast is tucked down an alleyway and you could easily miss it. Their incredible menu is worth seeking it out for, however. The Passerelle Bristo in Greenville, South Carolina is another perfect example. While you might walk right by it to experience the city’s well-known bridge that it sits right next to, stop by and give it a try. Their food will amaze you. What are the friendliest neighborhood restaurants in South Carolina? The best local restaurants in South Carolina tend to be the ones that might not be super flashy, but they’re always full of regular customers. Places like the Olde House Cafe in Walterboro serve homestyle meals that’ll remind you of grandma’s kitchen. Paw’s Diner, located in Seneca, is another great example of a welcoming place with a menu that’s hard to beat - especially the mac & cheese. There is a restaurant called Mama Blair’s in Bennettsville that has ribs and wings that are to die for - and its popularity with the locals proves it. Where can I find the best seafood in South Carolina? It’s no secret that the Palmetto State has some incredible seafood. When deciding where to dine in South Carolina, if you want to experience the state’s famous seafood here are a few great options on where to go. The Palmetto Oyster House in Sumter, SC has so much more than oysters, but those are definitely a must-try. The Oyster Po-Boy should be at the top of your list if you go. JC’s Seafood in Aiken, SC has extremely fresh and super delicious meals. Their Low Country Boil is a favorite, and for good reason. It’s huge, too, so make sure you come hungry!
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The OIYS Visitor Center
Sometimes the best places are the ones that are the hardest to find. South Carolina has some diamonds in the rough are worth discovering, such as the Coast Bar & Grill in Charleston. Though there are many tasty seafood restaurants in this historic city, the Coast is tucked down an alleyway and you could easily miss it. Their incredible menu is worth seeking it out for, however. The Passerelle Bristo in Greenville, South Carolina is another perfect example. While you might walk right by it to experience the city’s well-known bridge that it sits right next to, stop by and give it a try. Their food will amaze you.
What are the friendliest neighborhood restaurants in South Carolina?
The best local restaurants in South Carolina tend to be the ones that might not be super flashy, but they’re always full of regular customers. Places like the Olde House Cafe in Walterboro serve homestyle meals that’ll remind you of grandma’s kitchen. Paw’s Diner, located in Seneca, is another great example of a welcoming place with a menu that’s hard to beat - especially the mac & cheese. There is a restaurant called Mama Blair’s in Bennettsville that has ribs and wings that are to die for - and its popularity with the locals proves it.
Where can I find the best seafood in South Carolina?
It’s no secret that the Palmetto State has some incredible seafood. When deciding where to dine in South Carolina, if you want to experience the state’s famous seafood here are a few great options on where to go. The Palmetto Oyster House in Sumter, SC has so much more than oysters, but those are definitely a must-try. The Oyster Po-Boy should be at the top of your list if you go. JC’s Seafood in Aiken, SC has extremely fresh and super delicious meals. Their Low Country Boil is a favorite, and for good reason. It’s huge, too, so make sure you come hungry!
