For over five decades, the Isle of Palms Marina has been a hotspot for sandy feet and sun-kissed skin. What started by the Finch family as a boat launch and marina, slowly evolved into a local hangout with a little restaurant where fishermen could kick off their flip-flops and mingle. During the glory days of Isle of Palms in the ‘70s, Wild Dunes began to put the small island’s … [Read more...] about The New Islander 71 Restaurant: Back to Island Time
Food
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen’s Whistle-stop Shrimp and Grits
INGREDIENTS 40 peeled and deveined local South Carolina shrimp. 12 slices of green tomatoes soaked in buttermilk overnight. Favorite seafood breader, as needed. Two quarts canola oil. Two tablespoons butter. Three ounces of olive oil blend. Salt and pepper to taste. Four cups of your favorite grits recipe - cooked. PREPARATION 1. Heat canola oil to 350 … [Read more...] about Acme Lowcountry Kitchen’s Whistle-stop Shrimp and Grits
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen: They Shop Local so You Eat Local
It’s truly remarkable when a restaurant known for its delicious food also follows its passion for supporting local companies. For that reason and so much more, Acme Lowcountry Kitchen is a fantastic spot for fresh local seafood in Isle of Palms. For owner Bobby Simons and his partners, their commitment to local seafood stems from their desire to support the local fisheries, … [Read more...] about Acme Lowcountry Kitchen: They Shop Local so You Eat Local
SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar: A Local Favorite
Where the Southwest meets the South” is the inspiration behind SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar, located just off Highway 17 in Mount Pleasant, only minutes from the Isle of Palms. The menu reflects a blend of bold Southwest flavors with Southern-influenced cooking and an emphasis on seasonal ingredients and items made fresh to order. The spacious restaurant evokes a … [Read more...] about SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar: A Local Favorite
The Refuge: Enjoy Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Just over the IOP Connector, a new oasis sits almost hidden in a back corner of a shopping center. Elegant and serene, this stylish restaurant truly is a welcome refuge. It is ambitious in scope yet simple in execution, with menus changing fluidly throughout the day. Early morning sees the Refuge filling a “coffee void” on the Island with its talented baristas whipping up rich … [Read more...] about The Refuge: Enjoy Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner