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Honoring local food faves

We asked you to be the judge + share which restaurants deserve more love.

April 11, 2024
This photo shows the exterior of Hank's Seafood Restaurant being lit by lamps.

Hank’s Seafood Restaurant serves seafood and Lowcountry specialties.

Photo via @hanksseafood

We recently asked you to dish on the restaurants and chefs in Charleston that deserve more recognition — and you didn’t disappoint. The nominations are in... Drum roll, please. Here are the local foodie picks we’re pinning medals on.

Fratellos Italian Tavern | This cozy spot in Park Circle offers American Italian comfort food. The house-made marinara is a chef’s kiss.

The Establishment | This cool spot downtown serves up classic southern dishes, seafood, and delicious drinks.

Hank’s | An anonymous reader says, “Hank’s has a solid, reasonably priced menu, everything is delicious, and the service is impeccable. I think us locals take it for granted.”

Honorable mentions:

Thank you to all who sent in their faves.

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