tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8777752476922881961Mon, 21 May 2012 20:17:13 +0000Iron Chefwest ashleyDining round Charleston1 platefarm to tableroadsideeventsmt pleasantbricco braccoFood Truck HoedownAcy's Million Dollar MAkeovercharleston sc restaurant weekMt Pleasant restaurantsHigh CottonJames Isalnd SCcomfort foodCharleston diningLost Dog Cafefine diningChad And BarJan 2011italian restaurantCharleston Wine + Food Festivalroadside cookingrestaurant reviewjoe pastaCharleston SCLisa DuparPeninsula Grillfresh fish charlestonFishdining SCnorth Charlestoncharleston restaurantspizzaNo 1 New RestaurantJestines KitchencypresscharlestonCooking ClassBig Shrimp "NCharleston restaurant Week Sept 7-18 2011Zia TAquerianew layoutGLass Onionmobile dininggood diningDining AroundBad Diningfat henfast and frenchPatat SpotansonmozaFive Guys2 platescriticsChinese3 platesunda brunchold village post house5 guysUnder The RadarbaccoLowcountry oyster roastsnacksCracked PlateECCO Fundraisereurasia cafeFood Truckcharleston mexican restaurantleston restaurantsdiningburgersye old sandwich shopity Gallery harlestonHot DogsPress ReleaseJacks Cosmic Dogsfried chickenDaniel Island Grillefood reviewPF Changsrestaurants in Charleston5 platesSNOBcoleman public houseEursia CafeFive Guys Androidcontemporaryrestaurant blogburgercharleston restaurant week JanuaryWalterbororestaurant week Charlestonearly birdopal restaurantmercatofried foodKing Street GrillecharlstonCharleston Chefsdinner in charlestontoast82 Queen tRice MArketOsteria la BottigliagreekmodernFrietsTaste of CarlestonBBQAtlanticvilleDaniel Island restaurantsHUskawendawsumervillefine dining in charlestonsouthern livingdining experiences. south carolina restaurant weekcriticreviewFundraiserLangdonsMagnoliaslunch charlestoncontestBluegrass FestivalLucky'sburger babiescharleston restaurant weekice creamAseafoodreviewshaloHanks SeafoodAvondale Restaurant WeekSullivans Islandlocaldinersandwich shoptoast of charlestonGrill 225new restaurantsTaco MamacitaLunchcoleman blvdFolly BeachFried Chicken And Chanpagnedining around charlestonSlightly North of BroadsouthernFish CharlestonLa izzeraoyster roast 2011dining experiencesexcellent diningFish Restaurantlowcountry oyster roast contestboone halldining outisle of palms restaurantsrestaurants CharlestonCharleston Brews CruiseCru Cafetaste of CharlestonpoorFulton Fiverestaurant week 2011mexicanHalls ChophouseRaisin' CaneBBQ BluegrassPoesBreakfastCoastCharleston restaurant week 2012lunch. upper kingrestaurants SCKiawah IslandmcCradysred's Ice Housenew feeladroid AppCharleston entrepreneursCharleston restaurant week 20114 platesSermetsWest Ashley restaurantsrestaurantsAlex's39 Rue de JeanromanticpartyPoes Taverndining in mt. pleasantnew siteMosaicBasilmexican foodMt. Pleasantcajundining in James Islandrestaurant weekcharleston restaurant associationnew years evesettejohns islandtoast charlestonExploring the finest restaurants in Charleston, SC (and the not so finest).http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/noreply@blogger.com (Susie Gorsline)Blogger148125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8777752476922881961.post-8583792971966820990Mon, 21 May 2012 17:00:00 +00002012-05-21T16:08:13.245-04:00dining around charlestonCharleston diningSermets3 platesdining experiencesgreek<p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/2h72ihj7ewVzHnFparW17LWvgPg/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/2h72ihj7ewVzHnFparW17LWvgPg/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/2h72ihj7ewVzHnFparW17LWvgPg/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/2h72ihj7ewVzHnFparW17LWvgPg/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>5 More Stars For Chef Ken Vedrinski</b></span><br /> <div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EAaEXIP9r98/T5MfiiaeUDI/AAAAAAAABvw/vcSPqKWwCHY/s1600/inside.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EAaEXIP9r98/T5MfiiaeUDI/AAAAAAAABvw/vcSPqKWwCHY/s200/inside.JPG" width="150" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Inside Trattoria Lucca</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">When I first started out writing this blog I wanted to find those “hidden restaurant gems” that were off the beaten path and simply, incredible.&nbsp; It happened again.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Nestled in the sleepy Elliotsborough neighborhood is Trattoria Lucca.&nbsp; So nestled that if you didn’t know if was there you would pass it.&nbsp; We went with friends whose husband is a native Charlestonian and he didn’t even know where it was.&nbsp; Parking is a bit challenging since it’s mostly residential, but with a bit of patience we found a spot.<br /> <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The restaurant is lined with windows and very warm and welcoming.&nbsp; We were quickly seated at our four top by a very nice member of the staff.&nbsp; Here’s where I thought it was going to go a bit south.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4ry1vBkkUUs/T5MgEatdMoI/AAAAAAAABww/TukbCFzSaNQ/s1600/kitchen.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4ry1vBkkUUs/T5MgEatdMoI/AAAAAAAABww/TukbCFzSaNQ/s200/kitchen.JPG" width="150" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Expediting Area</td></tr> </tbody></table>Our table was directly, I mean directly, in front of the kitchen.&nbsp; It was also where the servers congregated and chatted.&nbsp; Top that with a very loud radio and we could barely engage in any conversation.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">When our server came by I asked him if the radio was serving as the music for the restaurant. He explained that it was for the staff.&nbsp; I asked if he could turn it down a tad which he quickly saw to. From that point forward the evening was perfect.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The menu at Trattoria Lucca changes quite frequently to utilize all of the many local and in-season products that the chef chooses.&nbsp; Many of items on the menu that we saw on-line were not being offered that evening. No worries, this menu was even better than the one we looked at!<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">They offer three varieties of appetizers - “Verdure” which was their small plates of vegetables, “Formaggi”, cheese and “Salumi”, meats.&nbsp; You have the option of Uno (1), Piccolo (3) or Grande (5).&nbsp; Depending on the selection of items, each of these varies in price.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We selected the Wild Boar Salami, Dried Fig with Sheep and Cow Lombardy and The Warm Cauliflower Sformatino.&nbsp; I had no idea what a Sformatino was, let alone pronounce it, but I was up for the adventure.&nbsp; Our server told us that the dish would take a little longer to cook.&nbsp; No problem since before us was brought freshly in-house made bread and an incredible white bean dip. It was a slice of heaven. <o:p></o:p><br /> <br /> Our friends selected a vegetable medley.&nbsp; Verdicchio Braised Foraged Mushrooms, Local Spring Asparagus and Golden Beets.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> As we chatted at the table it was mentioned that Chef Ken Vedrinski used to be the Executive Chef at The Woodlands.&nbsp; It was under his tenure that they were awarded the prestigious “5 Star” rating, the only 5 star rating awarded in the Low Country.&nbsp; Without previously knowing it, we were about to enjoy a culinary masterpiece.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">First, I’d like to say that the food presentation is second to none. As Steven Tyler says on American Idol, “It was beautiful”.&nbsp; Different shaped white plates arrived and we quickly dug in to our appetizers.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The cauliflower dish was indescribable.&nbsp; Although it mentioned a Soft, Farm Egg in its description, I thought it was part of the recipe, but it wasn’t.&nbsp; As you cut into this warmed, soufflé-like dish a small amount of egg yolk oozed out making this dish simply, a fantasy.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QDqTOuC5Blw/T5MfhGCIRbI/AAAAAAAABvg/GBtYmKbyTQM/s1600/cauliflower.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="496" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QDqTOuC5Blw/T5MfhGCIRbI/AAAAAAAABvg/GBtYmKbyTQM/s640/cauliflower.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Warm Cauliflower Sformatino</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Wild Boar Salami was cut paper thin and served with dried figs, cheese and Melba toast.&nbsp; Each item complimented one another and they were quite tasty.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7IMsJ-LNkd0/T5MfnL3fuMI/AAAAAAAABwo/_FEF5x9b2BI/s1600/wild+boar+salami.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7IMsJ-LNkd0/T5MfnL3fuMI/AAAAAAAABwo/_FEF5x9b2BI/s640/wild+boar+salami.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Wild Boar Salami, Dried Fig with Sheep and Cow Lombardy</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table>The vegetable items that our friends ordered were equally impressive.&nbsp; The Golden Beet dish was not only beautiful but the beets and the side of pickled garlic, tangerine, smoked ricotta and walnuts went perfectly together. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HTvShNDephs/T5MfguQo-1I/AAAAAAAABvY/4LuYLTvQ5No/s1600/beets.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HTvShNDephs/T5MfguQo-1I/AAAAAAAABvY/4LuYLTvQ5No/s640/beets.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Golden Beets</span></td></tr> </tbody></table>The Foraged Mushrooms and the Local Spring Asparagus were also items that we enjoyed and chatted about.&nbsp; Could dinner be this good?&nbsp;<b>Yes!</b></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Bx0SqKPsUhk/T5MfjnvL9tI/AAAAAAAABwA/7yulu3umVGM/s1600/mushrooms.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="425" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Bx0SqKPsUhk/T5MfjnvL9tI/AAAAAAAABwA/7yulu3umVGM/s640/mushrooms.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Verdicchio Braised Foraged Mushrooms</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_35u4Gtb8GQ/T5Mff7AuhxI/AAAAAAAABvQ/YZOkGqzEgJg/s1600/asparagus.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="403" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_35u4Gtb8GQ/T5Mff7AuhxI/AAAAAAAABvQ/YZOkGqzEgJg/s640/asparagus.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Local Spring Asparagus</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table>I don’t know even where to begin with these items… The Ricotta Gnudi (all pasta is made in house), with Homemade “Duck” Italian Sausage, “Nona Volpe’s Tomato Sugo” was melt-in-your mouth tender, unlike any I’ve ever had.&nbsp; Although we were all trying to sample each of the dishes my husband was hard pressed to give any of this up!<br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rokDDKvdueE/T5Mfh9lDf2I/AAAAAAAABvo/d0EkO_64eMw/s1600/gnudi.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rokDDKvdueE/T5Mfh9lDf2I/AAAAAAAABvo/d0EkO_64eMw/s640/gnudi.png" width="606" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Ricotta Gnudi (all pasta is made in house), with Homemade “Duck” Italian Sausage, “Nona Volpe’s Tomato Sugo”</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table>My Scaloppini of Naturally Raised Veal, Trumpet Mushrooms, Roasted Cauliflower “Agro Dolce” was the by far the best veal I have ever tasted.&nbsp; This was no-knife-needed veal that melted once it left the fork.&nbsp; I realized after my first bite why my husband was holding back on the gnudi.<br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sks-i3VQmMw/T5MfmOujqLI/AAAAAAAABwg/nHXm8jXI9sw/s1600/veal+swcallopini.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="608" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sks-i3VQmMw/T5MfmOujqLI/AAAAAAAABwg/nHXm8jXI9sw/s640/veal+swcallopini.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Scaloppini of Naturally Raised Veal, Trumpet Mushrooms, Roasted Cauliflower “Agro Dolce”&nbsp;</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table>Both of our friend’s pasta dishes – Bucatini, Flash Seared North Carolina Calico Scallops, Herb Brodo and the Pacheri with Crushed Local Broccoli, Pine Nuts, Ragusano, Olio Verde were music to our mouths.&nbsp; Not only creative, colorful, but very flavorful to boot!<br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TFtMRWEYJzc/T5MfkX4RaOI/AAAAAAAABwI/MnBRav1Kqds/s1600/pinenut+pasta.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TFtMRWEYJzc/T5MfkX4RaOI/AAAAAAAABwI/MnBRav1Kqds/s640/pinenut+pasta.png" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Pacheri with Crushed Local Broccoli, Pine Nuts, Ragusano, Olio Verde</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wMCOyk0GIuY/T5MflKyi6sI/AAAAAAAABwQ/vXG2OjzgOgA/s1600/scallops.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wMCOyk0GIuY/T5MflKyi6sI/AAAAAAAABwQ/vXG2OjzgOgA/s640/scallops.png" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Bucatini, Flash Seared North Carolina Calico Scallops, Herb Brodo</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I feel like I’m running out of adjectives, but it was really that good.&nbsp; So good, that we decided to sample two desserts - Tiramisu and a Kitkat 3 – 3 hazelnut samplings.&nbsp;</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Even though I have to admit that I was full from dinner, I’m glad we ordered them.&nbsp; The dessert samplings were (thankfully), small but huge on flavor.&nbsp; The Tiramisu was like a very light pillow from heaven.&nbsp; All of the hazelnut delights were just that, delightful.<o:p></o:p><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JYVYadaz4yc/T5MflvmZriI/AAAAAAAABwY/oyECcwfanpA/s1600/tiramisu.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JYVYadaz4yc/T5MflvmZriI/AAAAAAAABwY/oyECcwfanpA/s640/tiramisu.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Tiramisu</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NCPxAnfSlEo/T5MffYVMjTI/AAAAAAAABvI/DS90UUdkZP0/s1600/Hazelnut+Dessert+Sampler.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="244" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NCPxAnfSlEo/T5MffYVMjTI/AAAAAAAABvI/DS90UUdkZP0/s640/Hazelnut+Dessert+Sampler.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Kit Kat 3</span></td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">No question, a hidden gem.&nbsp; They also offer a family-style “Monday Family Supper” which we can’t wait to go to.&nbsp; No other adjective but awesome. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /></a></div><br /> We gave Trattoria Lucca our highest rating. <a href="http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/p/dac-rating-system.html" target="_blank">5 out of a possible 5 plates.&nbsp;</a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/61/777781/restaurant/Peninsular-Charleston/Trattoria-Lucca-Charleston"><img alt="Trattoria Lucca on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/link/777781/biglink.gif" style="border: none; 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margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SnCK99HxeHs/T4bzCuHHnDI/AAAAAAAABr0/PVCTjI9yYyQ/s1600/perfectly+franks+front.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SnCK99HxeHs/T4bzCuHHnDI/AAAAAAAABr0/PVCTjI9yYyQ/s200/perfectly+franks+front.JPG" width="150" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">What's he waiting for, get in there quick.</td></tr> </tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;">Perfectly Franks, Simply Perfect.</span><br /> <div class="MsoNormal">If you would have told me that I would be as excited as I was at a “hot dog place” I would have told you that it was crazy - true, but crazy.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal">We stopped in at Perfectly Franks on a Friday for lunch.&nbsp; It was about 1:00 p.m. and the place was packed. Although not a very large restaurant, it was impeccably clean and incredibly well run, and did I mention, packed…<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CMiR4zEY36I/T4bzBTYQ-VI/AAAAAAAABrk/HFK7nRQs17I/s1600/lining+up+at+franks.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CMiR4zEY36I/T4bzBTYQ-VI/AAAAAAAABrk/HFK7nRQs17I/s200/lining+up+at+franks.JPG" width="200" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lining Up For Franks</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">The service system is simple.&nbsp; You place your order at a counter and your meal is brought to you.&nbsp; No one told us that there would be at least 25 people ahead of us trying to do the same thing. &nbsp;Be that as it may the ordering process went quickly and I camped out at a table waiting for lunch. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">Even with the incredible line (which continued throughout our stay there), our lunch was ready in about 5 minutes.&nbsp; It was awesome. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9wmOuLkE0hk/T4b3Dq1yA2I/AAAAAAAABsE/QZTkKXvfHcM/s1600/Franks+Mural.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9wmOuLkE0hk/T4b3Dq1yA2I/AAAAAAAABsE/QZTkKXvfHcM/s640/Franks+Mural.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">New Mural @Perfectly Franks</td></tr> </tbody></table>Although I am certain that you can order any hot dog that you’d like, many on the menu are named after a “Frank”.&nbsp; My “Frank Thomas” was their replica of a Chicago Dog, minus the poppy seeded roll.&nbsp; Relish, sauerkraut, mustard, hot peppers, mustard, celery salt and tomato slices topped the roll.&nbsp; Be aware too that it’s not just a hot dog roll.&nbsp; There are just too many toppings to squeeze into a plain old hot dog roll!!&nbsp; The roll is much larger and easily holds your hot dog delight!<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KG5LuSIP124/T4by_yovIjI/AAAAAAAABrE/pMnDIeL1ZIU/s1600/chicago+frank.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KG5LuSIP124/T4by_yovIjI/AAAAAAAABrE/pMnDIeL1ZIU/s640/chicago+frank.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Frank Thomas</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">My husband ordered two dogs.&nbsp; The Frank ‘Cuda was named after the owner, Perry ‘Cuda and was something to see.&nbsp; A dog topped with blue cheese, cole slaw, fried onion strings and chili was a decadent hot dog display. And he didn’t stop there.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-U56YCNf2c04/T4bzALl3ItI/AAAAAAAABrM/P8Ryj7s-FHs/s1600/frank+cuda.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-U56YCNf2c04/T4bzALl3ItI/AAAAAAAABrM/P8Ryj7s-FHs/s640/frank+cuda.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Frank Cuda - OMG!</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">The “Frank Morgan” was a hot dog topped with macaroni and cheese.&nbsp; Yes, you’ve read this correctly, mac ‘n cheese.&nbsp; What appeared to be Velvetta laden mac’ n cheese covered the dog and although my husband was full from his first dog, he kept on going… It was simply irresistible.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XANClez4Cjc/T4bzBPb95XI/AAAAAAAABrc/5G8e_UmZEWg/s1600/frank+mac.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XANClez4Cjc/T4bzBPb95XI/AAAAAAAABrc/5G8e_UmZEWg/s640/frank+mac.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Frank Morgan&nbsp;</td></tr> </tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-T8teps-LIMY/T4bzAnrVLkI/AAAAAAAABrU/qir3a1oIJ_k/s1600/frank+fry.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-T8teps-LIMY/T4bzAnrVLkI/AAAAAAAABrU/qir3a1oIJ_k/s640/frank+fry.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Franks Fries</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">We did also split an order of fries, although very good, they were somewhat lost in the mix - our lunch total - $14.00.&nbsp; No surprise that the line of 20 - 25 people waiting to order continued throughout our stay.&nbsp; It was crazy good.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">We have always liked Jack’s Cosmic dogs but after our visit to Perfectly Frank’s it’s safe to say that there really is no comparison.&nbsp; Perfectly Franks is simply, perfect.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;We gave Perfectly Franks <a href="http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/p/dac-rating-system.html" target="_blank">5 out of a possible 5 plates.&nbsp;</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/61/1470982/restaurant/Charleston/Perfectly-Franks-Summerville"><img alt="Perfectly Franks on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/link/1470982/biglink.gif" style="border: none; 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text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Elie2yMiGLI/T3CesNwTVII/AAAAAAAABpc/8-NNs_ltHks/s1600/inside.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Elie2yMiGLI/T3CesNwTVII/AAAAAAAABpc/8-NNs_ltHks/s320/inside.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">When people find out that I write this blog they usually ask me two questions.&nbsp; What’s my favorite restaurant (currently The Grocery) and have you been to… and they name their favorite place.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">In the course of about two weeks five people have mentioned Two Boroughs Larder, a restaurant that opened last August just outside of King Street.&nbsp; All of them have said, “You’d love it there.”&nbsp; So this was our restaurant of choice for a quick bite before a neighborhood event this evening.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The restaurant is easy to find on Coming Street but parking is next to nothing.&nbsp; We circled a few times and then found a spot.&nbsp; We were lucky because it was Saturday and the Residential Parking only is lifted.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">About the name which to me is a bit confusing.&nbsp; They are close to two Boroughs in Charleston, Cannonborough and Elliotborough.&nbsp; Okay, that part is pretty easy, but what’s with the Larder?&nbsp; In sleuthing a “Larder” on Webster.com was defined as a “Cooling area to store food prior to use.&nbsp; Larders were commonplace in houses before the widespread use of refrigerators.&nbsp; Mystery solved.&nbsp; Interesting stories but nowhere in the restaurant were these fun facts displayed and I think that could add value to your visit.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">One site called the design of the restaurant “Industrial Chic” which I thought is spot on.&nbsp; Refurbished wood and steel are creatively used to form tables, their “Family Table”, the bar and its stools.&nbsp; Kitschy, but it works very well. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vmxHksfjBbI/T3CevjNttuI/AAAAAAAABps/WFd8Fnxa3ac/s1600/mexican+coke.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vmxHksfjBbI/T3CevjNttuI/AAAAAAAABps/WFd8Fnxa3ac/s200/mexican+coke.JPG" width="150" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The owners also are all about sourcing local foods and respecting the food that they source, which is nothing new here in the Low Country, but still appreciated.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">On this lazy Saturday we walked in for a very late lunch and there were a few people seated in the various tables.&nbsp; We were told to sit where we wanted and got a great table by the window.&nbsp; Our server quickly stopped by.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">No generic “diet coke” at this place.&nbsp; I ordered a crafted lo-cal root beer and my husband got a Mexican Coca-Cola.&nbsp; ‘Don’t know why the funky drinks, but they were good nonetheless.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vJAelIkVyvM/T3CexppFCwI/AAAAAAAABp0/0ndXxaverQw/s1600/rootbeer.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vJAelIkVyvM/T3CexppFCwI/AAAAAAAABp0/0ndXxaverQw/s200/rootbeer.JPG" width="150" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">There were two menus on the day we arrived.&nbsp; A small, five item brunch menu and their regular, all-day menu.&nbsp; Both were very interesting.&nbsp; No meat and potatoes at this place!!&nbsp; The menu is a unique combination of creative and just over the edge.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We took the recommendation of our server who recommended the Carbonara (only served with Brunch), and the Chicken Skin Fried Rice.&nbsp; How unique is that??<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">And then we waited. And waited. And waited.&nbsp; I don’t know how we get so lucky but with so few people in the restaurant, three line cooks on in a very tiny kitchen (visible from the dining room), why would lunch ever have to take 30-35 minutes?? It did though, unfortunately. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">When it finally arrived the server said, “The kitchen says their sorry for the delay.”&nbsp; Thank you, I thought, but after all this time this lunch better rock. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Chicken Skin Fried Rice with Szechuan peppercorns, fried farm egg, Palmetto sweets, Mepkin Abbey mushrooms, peanut puree, Carolina Gold Rice and Togarashi (a Japanese Chili Sauce) was outstanding.&nbsp; Crispy skins mixed with dark meat chicken and richly seasoned.&nbsp; A real treat.&nbsp; Then there was my dish.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TzQBzKhekrQ/T3CeqBQ9_9I/AAAAAAAABpU/1G8rAIo9sUI/s1600/fried+chicken+skins.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TzQBzKhekrQ/T3CeqBQ9_9I/AAAAAAAABpU/1G8rAIo9sUI/s640/fried+chicken+skins.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">Chicken Skin Fried Rice</span>&nbsp;</span></td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TDWhN1MCP7g/T3CeoDn7SLI/AAAAAAAABpM/MdkqPt9CgSk/s1600/carbonara.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TDWhN1MCP7g/T3CeoDn7SLI/AAAAAAAABpM/MdkqPt9CgSk/s640/carbonara.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Carbonara</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I was so disappointed. Carbonara is one of my favorite dishes and I rarely order it since it’s so laden with calories.&nbsp; The server spoke so highly of it I couldn’t resist.&nbsp; The last time I had it was in the North End in Boston, a true Italian section of the city and I can still remember it.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-T28BifXTqBY/T3Cet8Ab93I/AAAAAAAABpk/sj4dOZ7ocCY/s1600/meet+and+eat.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-T28BifXTqBY/T3Cet8Ab93I/AAAAAAAABpk/sj4dOZ7ocCY/s320/meet+and+eat.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Meet &amp; Eat Event</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">This Carbonara was made with Bucatini pasta (a thick spaghetti-like pasta), bacon and Grana Padao Cheese.&nbsp; Right away it looked puny. Not for nothing but for $15.00 give a sister some pasta, this bowl was skimpy. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">All in all the pasta was cooked perfectly but the sauce lacked flavor and it was very, very thin.&nbsp; Slices of uncooked, unappetizing garlic dotted the bowl. I had to get up to find our server to ask for some salt, pepper and Parmesan cheese.&nbsp; I thought that it would help, but in hindsight it wasn’t much of an improvement.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I didn’t ask to have it “fixed” as I thought that this was their recipe and I would just get another duplicate version. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">All ‘n all I liked Two Boroughs Larder and will give it another chance.&nbsp; The atmosphere is funky and the service was good.&nbsp; I just know to avoid the Carbonara.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">They are having a dinner on April 11^th which is 5 courses for $55, which actually sounds interesting and something that we might try.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p><br /> <br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; 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text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MXrVKyGGuBc/T231PhJD1tI/AAAAAAAABog/NDEGZyF0f7Q/s1600/inside+hanks.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MXrVKyGGuBc/T231PhJD1tI/AAAAAAAABog/NDEGZyF0f7Q/s320/inside+hanks.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-size: large;">5 Star Seafood</span><br /> Although I realize that we live in a city with a never ending supply of great, not just good, but great restaurants every once and awhile one of them surprises me and reminds me of just what makes up a great dining experience. &nbsp;Hank’s did just that the other night.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Designed to look like a Charleston Fish House of the 1940’s Hank’s Seafood Restaurant is as charming as it gets.&nbsp; &nbsp;We have not been to Hank’s in about eight years when we first started to visit Charleston.&nbsp;&nbsp; I remember that we liked it, but that was about it.&nbsp; After reading an article in Southern Living Magazine that featured Hank’s it made me want to return. The photos of their food were so inviting. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We arrived for our 6:45 reservation and were very thankful that we had called ahead. The place was PACKED with a line out the door.&nbsp; We were quickly escorted to our table and had a few minutes to people watch as we waited for our server to arrive.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Our server was knowledgeable and helpful as he walked us through the menu and told us of the evening’s specials.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Although not a particularly large restaurant it has a great energy and feel to it.&nbsp; It’s not a quiet restaurant by any stretch of the word, but that was something that quite frankly, I liked about it. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Our appetizers were out in no time and they were great.&nbsp; We were having dinner with a couple that likes to sample many things so this course was for us, almost like a tapas meal, which was a treat.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aX7w6CtCuRs/T231MzJ0FVI/AAAAAAAABoY/PtIqdgER9fY/s1600/endive+salad.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aX7w6CtCuRs/T231MzJ0FVI/AAAAAAAABoY/PtIqdgER9fY/s640/endive+salad.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">Belgian Endive Salad with Blue Cheese</span>&nbsp;</span></td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Belgian Endive Salad with Blue Cheese, Arugula and Beets was absolutely beautiful and it tasted great.&nbsp; I personally love beets, but they are not a household favorite, so it’s nice to have them when I can.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NHhFkg5xHtw/T231JKcKDwI/AAAAAAAABoI/UFj2KCiK5oI/s1600/calamari.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NHhFkg5xHtw/T231JKcKDwI/AAAAAAAABoI/UFj2KCiK5oI/s640/calamari.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Crispy Rock Shrimp and Calamari</span></span>&nbsp;</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Crispy Rock Shrimp and Calamari with Spicy Tomato Remoulade Sauce were cooked perfectly.&nbsp; Lightly battered, crispy as described and oh, so tender.&nbsp; The “spicy” sauce was not-so-spicy but we liked it nonetheless.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fBRUYgBaCho/T231U62CZaI/AAAAAAAABow/Pm6ulBL4KY4/s1600/oyesters.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fBRUYgBaCho/T231U62CZaI/AAAAAAAABow/Pm6ulBL4KY4/s640/oyesters.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">Oyster Sampler&nbsp;</span>&nbsp;</span></td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Oyster Sampler with local and oysters from North Carolina and Washington State was a nice surprise.&nbsp; I like oysters, but don’t love them.&nbsp; These however were delicious.&nbsp; Small, sweet and tender.&nbsp; It was at this point that I was very hopeful that dinner would be great.&nbsp;</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-D1qtUWZ4AQo/T231GbPHJgI/AAAAAAAABoA/hw7CC3a_--4/s1600/beanvegetable+soup.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-D1qtUWZ4AQo/T231GbPHJgI/AAAAAAAABoA/hw7CC3a_--4/s640/beanvegetable+soup.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">White Bean Soup of the Day</span>&nbsp;</span></td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The White Bean Soup of the Day was really something.&nbsp; Filled with veggies in a light broth and very tasty.&nbsp; Boy, had we picked a winner for a restaurant this evening.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Dinner arrived and it was spectacular.&nbsp; I had the evening’s dinner special which was monk fish served in a light broth with a variety of beans, mussels and shrimp.&nbsp; The fish was perfectly cooked and the broth and its’ accompaniments were just delightful.&nbsp; As I think of the dish it alone makes me want to go back to the restaurant…<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZThc-CKwZNg/T231SRZKAQI/AAAAAAAABoo/39lWGGA3WgA/s1600/monkfish.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZThc-CKwZNg/T231SRZKAQI/AAAAAAAABoo/39lWGGA3WgA/s640/monkfish.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">monk fish</span></span>&nbsp;</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">My husband had the Curried Shrimp.&nbsp; I don’t care for curry that much so it rarely makes an appearance in our kitchen.&nbsp; He loved this dish!&nbsp; It was a coconut/curry sauce with bananas, mango, leeks, and sweet onion served over delicate white rice.&nbsp; The tails had been removed from the shrimp making it less work to enjoy.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Despite my aversion to curry, I did give this dish a try and really liked it. It had a nice balance of spices and a hint of curry. &nbsp;Maybe I should rethink curry after all…</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Dly-STtUzRc/T231LXxQmsI/AAAAAAAABoQ/JqapUnRQCxs/s1600/curried+shrimp.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Dly-STtUzRc/T231LXxQmsI/AAAAAAAABoQ/JqapUnRQCxs/s640/curried+shrimp.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Curried Shrimp</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Roast Grouper dish was not available (out of season) and had been replaced with triggerfish served over Pea and Lobster Risotto with a Shrimp Basil Butter Jus.&nbsp; As much as I liked my entrée I had entrée envy.&nbsp; This dish was to die for.&nbsp; The fish was cooked perfectly and the risotto was a masterpiece. Simply perfect.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-U8u80pOkDhA/T231Efpy71I/AAAAAAAABn4/YUFn2CWu8Qs/s1600/Triggerfish.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-U8u80pOkDhA/T231Efpy71I/AAAAAAAABn4/YUFn2CWu8Qs/s640/Triggerfish.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Roasted Grouper</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I did not taste the Pan Seared Sea Scallops but they were a hit with the rest of the table.&nbsp; Served with Shitake Mushrooms, Seasonal Greens, Fried Mashed Potatoes (maybe I should have had those…), and a Ginger Lime Coriander Vinaigrette everyone thought that they were terrific.&nbsp; Large, plump scallops that were impeccably cooked dotted the plate. Everyone raved about them.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gM0La4NOwzg/T231W14XEsI/AAAAAAAABo4/4xoWRVo_V2s/s1600/scallops.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gM0La4NOwzg/T231W14XEsI/AAAAAAAABo4/4xoWRVo_V2s/s640/scallops.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pan Seared Scallops</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I really can’t find one thing that I&nbsp;didn't&nbsp;like about Hank’s.&nbsp; The service, atmosphere and menu items were simply stellar.&nbsp; Can’t wait to return.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; 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text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H4mqmWyShAg/T2eYvvcSSnI/AAAAAAAABm0/TZ1NpTEZ1KE/s1600/deck.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H4mqmWyShAg/T2eYvvcSSnI/AAAAAAAABm0/TZ1NpTEZ1KE/s320/deck.JPG" width="238" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I have to say that the Morgan Creek Grill Brunch had tremendous potential.&nbsp; It was a gorgeous day, they are located on a beautiful, waterfront spot and we were with good friends.&nbsp; And then, we ate there.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Our visit started a bit bumpy.&nbsp; We arrived at noon for brunch and were told that there was a 20 minute wait, not bad.&nbsp; The wait went on to 35 minutes though, and get this… there were 15 open tables. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">So I of course, have to inquire.&nbsp; I said, “If there are 15 open tables why have we been waiting for 35 minutes.”&nbsp; THEN the hostess begins this wacky explanation.&nbsp; “It’s our service philosophy.” She said.&nbsp; I said, “It’s your philosophy to make people wait when they shouldn’t have to? It appears that you’re understaffed.”&nbsp; The servers that were on were running around like mad for a restaurant that wasn’t busy. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MjGhcpLrkrI/T2eYuiYd4jI/AAAAAAAABmk/KqRfNSAbXs8/s1600/The+creek.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MjGhcpLrkrI/T2eYuiYd4jI/AAAAAAAABmk/KqRfNSAbXs8/s320/The+creek.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">She then tells me that if I’d like further clarification regarding their ‘philosophy’ that I could talk to a manager.&nbsp; Since she had given me a ton of attitude, I decided to see what the manager would say.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I posed the same question and was met with a quick, “I have reservations for all of these tables.”&nbsp; “All of them?” I asked.&nbsp; She said “Yes”.&nbsp; I told her that I was glad that business was so good and that that she was still understaffed and they were in my opinion on a false wait.&nbsp; Just sayin’.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We were finally seated at a great table that had a tremendous water view.&nbsp; We then waited 10 minutes for our server to arrive and when she did she was no picnic.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We ordered a few beverages and she scampered off to get them.&nbsp; After quite a wait she returned with half of them.&nbsp; Apparently six drinks on a tray was her tipping point.&nbsp; We waited a bit more for the rest to arrive.&nbsp; It was at this time that I had ZERO confidence in our brunch being anything but just OK.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2icYEHAkQhk/T2eYtsTIdBI/AAAAAAAABmc/DYeXA1bIySM/s1600/Bmarybar.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="478" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2icYEHAkQhk/T2eYtsTIdBI/AAAAAAAABmc/DYeXA1bIySM/s640/Bmarybar.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bloody Mary Bar</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We placed our order and enjoyed the view and the company of our friends. Tick Tock… 25 minutes later our brunch arrived.&nbsp; Although 25 minutes&nbsp;doesn't&nbsp;sound like a long time, the restaurant was barely half full.&nbsp; Those “reservations” for the cast of Ben Hur never materialized.&nbsp;</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The kid’s meals, chicken fingers and a hot dog were enjoyed, but there’s really not much you can do to mess up those meals.&nbsp; The Swiss and mushroom omelet with grits was a fan favorite. The cheeseburger that was explained to be cooked medium to medium well was over well done.&nbsp; The Filet Benedict was also tasty, but way past the medium temp which was ordered.&nbsp; Apparently the only temperature that the broil cook can muster is well done.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ez4ZK0x-c6o/T2eYwSIeP6I/AAAAAAAABnE/rXkusgFxvA4/s1600/omlette.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ez4ZK0x-c6o/T2eYwSIeP6I/AAAAAAAABnE/rXkusgFxvA4/s640/omlette.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Swiss &amp; Mushroom Omelet</td></tr> </tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Jgird3Mrw40/T2eYvBjg68I/AAAAAAAABms/9orVcJ11zwY/s1600/burger.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Jgird3Mrw40/T2eYvBjg68I/AAAAAAAABms/9orVcJ11zwY/s640/burger.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cheese Burger</td></tr> </tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-q8OKDgJZkhA/T2eYyK2TyEI/AAAAAAAABnU/t6iERuuyAw0/s1600/steakbenedict.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-q8OKDgJZkhA/T2eYyK2TyEI/AAAAAAAABnU/t6iERuuyAw0/s640/steakbenedict.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Filet Benedict</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">And then there was my sandwich.&nbsp; A very dead-sat-in-the-window-too-long Reuben with cold fries.&nbsp; I know that I often get comments that I should speak of at the time of the issue, but I felt it would really put a damper on the meal. At certain times some things are better left unsaid.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xrRM92w_C0E/T2eYxf8ipRI/AAAAAAAABnM/ZLp1aOQbQls/s1600/reuben.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xrRM92w_C0E/T2eYxf8ipRI/AAAAAAAABnM/ZLp1aOQbQls/s640/reuben.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Reuben</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Morgan Creek Grill still remains to be a place with incredible views, so come for that and hope for the best with food.&nbsp;</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; 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Pleasant2 platesnew restaurantsMt Pleasant restaurants<p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/AinqwW9i5jXm_sFjUVrMq24dHdo/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/AinqwW9i5jXm_sFjUVrMq24dHdo/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/AinqwW9i5jXm_sFjUVrMq24dHdo/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/AinqwW9i5jXm_sFjUVrMq24dHdo/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><span style="font-size: large;">Great Recovery Just A Bit Too Late&nbsp;</span><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RPxdOKTRJQk/T2SxBHip7CI/AAAAAAAABlk/K6UyweCnFeM/s1600/entrance.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RPxdOKTRJQk/T2SxBHip7CI/AAAAAAAABlk/K6UyweCnFeM/s200/entrance.JPG" width="150" /></a></div>Heirloom Eats is a new restaurant (opened in December ) and is located in the Mount Pleasant&nbsp;Town Center next to Five Guys.<br /> <br /> I have to say that I love to see a local guy or gal do well in a restaurant endeavor, so we thought we’d give it a go and hoped for the best.<br /> <br /> We arrived at about 7:00 on a Friday night and we were one of two tables. Not a good sign, but in the spirit of March Madness, we decided to give it the old college try. <br /> <br /> <table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9WiIiqjoyHM/T2SxAV3KaqI/AAAAAAAABlc/XcFU-GMJYQ4/s1600/dining+area.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9WiIiqjoyHM/T2SxAV3KaqI/AAAAAAAABlc/XcFU-GMJYQ4/s200/dining+area.JPG" width="150" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Inside Heirloom Eats</td></tr> </tbody></table>Our server was friendly and knowledgeable and the restaurant itself is quite pleasant featuring mason jars throughout – lights, garnishes, pickled items, etc. Cute.<br /> <br /> The menu is creative and they offer many blackboard specials. I went for one of the blackboard items, a tossed salad with local greens, herbs, watermelon radishes and fried cheese. My husband selected the slow braised pork belly over jalapeno creamed corn and lemon arugula salad. That dish sounded very intriguing.<br /> <br /> Here’s where it started to go south. Don’t forget that there we were one of TWO tables in the restaurant… My salad was overdressed and over-herbed which was a shame. Although the fried cheese was tasty it was cold and when I inquired if it was supposed to be hot the server said, “Yes”. Not so much.<br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yYcBBXGio1U/T2SxHlSS5QI/AAAAAAAABmE/Q1754XcSVxE/s1600/salad.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yYcBBXGio1U/T2SxHlSS5QI/AAAAAAAABmE/Q1754XcSVxE/s640/salad.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">tossed salad with local greens, herbs, watermelon radishes and fried cheese</span>&nbsp;</span></td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bPIR7SEiCiA/T2SxDadft4I/AAAAAAAABl0/4LsDWqllcQY/s1600/pork+belly.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bPIR7SEiCiA/T2SxDadft4I/AAAAAAAABl0/4LsDWqllcQY/s640/pork+belly.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">slow braised pork belly over jalapeno creamed corn and lemon arugula salad</span></span>&nbsp;</td></tr> </tbody></table>The pork belly was served over the creamed corn in a crock. For someone that NEVER complains about meals this was one that was a challenge for my husband. The thing that both dishes had in common was that they were both bland, zero flavors. If there was jalapeno in the cream corn it was overpowered by the cream and the lemon arugula never came through at all.<br /> <br /> When our server delivered our meals they looked appetizing with an aesthetically pleasing presentation. My Mahi however, smelled so fishy that I was a bit overpowering. It was served with an interesting combo of jasmine rice, corn and spinach, and a spicy carrot relish, “it could have been a contendah.” Unfortunately the rice was undercooked and the dish itself was lukewarm. How does this happen when there are four people in the restaurant for goodness sake?<br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nNHsjCdEX_I/T2SxCj-tQ0I/AAAAAAAABls/jZOPFmza4JE/s1600/mahai2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nNHsjCdEX_I/T2SxCj-tQ0I/AAAAAAAABls/jZOPFmza4JE/s640/mahai2.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mahi</td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sTA1UMdG_pQ/T2SxGdTfIUI/AAAAAAAABl8/SAmVSejHobA/s1600/ribs3.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sTA1UMdG_pQ/T2SxGdTfIUI/AAAAAAAABl8/SAmVSejHobA/s640/ribs3.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Slow Braised Short Ribs</td></tr> </tbody></table>The Slow Braised Short Ribs served over a pistachio, white bean and dumpling ragout sounded terrific, but again failed to deliver. The ribs (in this case singular) were tepid and the ragout was a cool, lumpy, flavorless mess.<br /> <br /> A gentleman that we believe to be the chef stopped by to see what we thought about our dinner. Our comments were honest, but probably not what he wanted to hear. We explained that the meal, while appealing to the eye, was extremely bland and lacked even the basics for seasoning. He was very apologetic and offered to bring us new meals. At this point we were almost finished with our meals so we declined the generous offer. When the check was delivered he had taken ½ off our meal, which was really not necessary, but certainly appreciated. <br /> <br /> I thought, overall dinner was a bit pricey (no drinks, $59.00 plus tip ($12.00)) and not a great value. We’re most likely not going to run back there anytime soon, but I wish them well. <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /></a></div><br /> We gave Heirloom Eats <a href="http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/p/dac-rating-system.html" target="_blank">2 out of a possible 5 plates.</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/61/1647720/restaurant/Charleston/Heirloom-Eats-Mt-Pleasant"><img alt="Heirloom Eats on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/link/1647720/biglink.gif" style="border: none; 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Menu</span></b><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a-VpWiddnUU/T1t8F8gvn8I/AAAAAAAABks/59PM2rJKc6Q/s1600/inside+iacofanos.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a-VpWiddnUU/T1t8F8gvn8I/AAAAAAAABks/59PM2rJKc6Q/s200/inside+iacofanos.JPG" width="200" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal">It’s funny… every once and awhile a restaurant in the Low Country surprises me.&nbsp; Our visit to Iacofano’s last night did just that and what a pleasant surprise it was.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">Iaocfano’s has been newly renovated, a fresh coat of paint, some new furnishings, etc.&nbsp; I have to say that the changes are noteworthy.&nbsp; We were there during restaurant week in January and unfortunately our experience wasn’t a great one.&nbsp; The place was dated and the food just OK.&nbsp; Not so last night!<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">We noticed through their website that they were advertising a 3 for $30.00 menu to promote their new changes.&nbsp; We found out that this is only offered Monday through Thursday during the month of March. No problem, their menu is moderately priced and the entrees are worth the money. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">We met some friends of ours for a casual Friday night dinner.&nbsp; I was just expecting a so-so experience but the company is always great so it really wouldn’t have mattered that much. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">Our server explained that this was the first night of their new menu.&nbsp; They’re changing the menu seasonally now. We asked what he would recommend for starters.&nbsp; He quickly rattled off a number of things, all of which sounded interesting. We decided to take his lead and ordered the Grilled Calamari and the House Made Mozzarella as appetizers.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Bi-IwXPyorI/T1t8FFQv9NI/AAAAAAAABkc/3lvuQnbaU58/s1600/handmade+mozzarella.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Bi-IwXPyorI/T1t8FFQv9NI/AAAAAAAABkc/3lvuQnbaU58/s640/handmade+mozzarella.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hand Made Mozzarella</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">This part of our meal was spectacular.&nbsp; The House Made Mozzarella was accompanied with grilled Roma tomatoes and freshly made pesto.&nbsp; I have heard that a great, `fresh made mozzarella should feel as soft as “mouse ears” and this dish definitely delivered.&nbsp; The warm, grilled focaccia was also a delightful touch and we all tried to “sop up” the pesto with the bread that they had originally served to the table that was tremendous.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">The Grilled Calamari was an interesting spin on an old favorite.&nbsp; The combination of grilled (not fried), calamari, pickled cherry peppers, Sicilian oregano and sweet chili threads gave this dish an incredible, subtle heat that really enhanced the dish. <o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DIdt0SWpMcc/T1t8ELsTqtI/AAAAAAAABkM/QqdnldfAGgg/s1600/calamari.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DIdt0SWpMcc/T1t8ELsTqtI/AAAAAAAABkM/QqdnldfAGgg/s640/calamari.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Grilled Calamari</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">Since our appetizers were such a win we decided to ask our server what he would recommend for dinner.&nbsp; He suggested the pork chop, the hanger steak and the local flounder.&nbsp; We took the bait and ordered each of these dishes.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">I have to say that I can’t cook a pork chop on a dare.&nbsp; I don’t know what it is, but it is either delivered as a raw science project or a brick. So I was the one that ordered the pork chop, just to see what would happen.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal">Perfection is an understatement.&nbsp; The server mentioned that the chef recommended that it be served medium, so seeing that my history with chops is poor at best, I went with his recommendation.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">Although the restaurant was fairly busy our meals were served quickly.&nbsp; Chef John Iacofano actually delivered our meals with a few of his team members.&nbsp; I was impressed. He again stopped by to see if we were enjoying our dinner, which we were.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GuRzYhdlZP4/T1t8GR7hFnI/AAAAAAAABk0/5__TJeEIF-Y/s1600/porkchop.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GuRzYhdlZP4/T1t8GR7hFnI/AAAAAAAABk0/5__TJeEIF-Y/s640/porkchop.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Grilled Pork Chop</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">My pork chop was fabulous – lightly seasoned, tender as can be, just wonderful.&nbsp; Although I’m not a big spinach fan their sautéed spinach was great.&nbsp; A bit of garlic and a bit of spice made the dish very enjoyable.&nbsp; Unfortunately the oven roasted potatoes were a tad too roasted, but tasted good nonetheless.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EpTsDWfpCDw/T1t8FdIhHPI/AAAAAAAABkk/xSHVWW1eh8E/s1600/hangar+steak.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EpTsDWfpCDw/T1t8FdIhHPI/AAAAAAAABkk/xSHVWW1eh8E/s640/hangar+steak.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hanger Steak</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">The guys both enjoyed their hanger steak dishes. Both dishes were cooked perfectly.&nbsp; The hangar steak was served over polenta which is not one of my husband’s favorites. He’s not a fan because it’s usually either grainy or pasty.&nbsp; Tonight it was creamy, soft and delicate. &nbsp;The only issue with the dish was the rather large sautéed onion that was on the side of the polenta.&nbsp; It seemed out of place for the dish.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3o8KXFf2esw/T1t8EvQYiOI/AAAAAAAABkU/yi08XYlBpVk/s1600/flounder.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3o8KXFf2esw/T1t8EvQYiOI/AAAAAAAABkU/yi08XYlBpVk/s640/flounder.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Flounder</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">The local flounder was beautiful.&nbsp; Lightly battered, tender and served with a unique slaw and pea risotto – it won rave reviews.&nbsp;</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal">All in our dinner was much better than we anticipated.&nbsp; We will definitely be back and wish them well on their new look and menu.&nbsp;&nbsp;<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> We gave Iacofano's <a href="http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/p/dac-rating-system.html" target="_blank">4 out of a possible 5 plates.</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/61/660499/restaurant/Charleston/Iacofanos-Italian-Bistro-Grill-Mt-Pleasant"><img alt="Iacofano's Italian Bistro &amp; 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text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aROrJNI7Acs/T0J2l0EwVlI/AAAAAAAABi0/aq_0wECj33Y/s1600/The-Grocery.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aROrJNI7Acs/T0J2l0EwVlI/AAAAAAAABi0/aq_0wECj33Y/s200/The-Grocery.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Just off King Street on Cannon Street is one of Charleston’s newest restaurants, The Grocery.&nbsp; If I am capturing this correctly The Grocery is designed to reflect grocery stores of long ago. Where people came to chat, set a spell, break bread together, share stories, food and visit.&nbsp; We did just that.<br /> <div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Joined by another couple all four of us were a tad nervous when we entered the restaurant and there were just a few tables seated. Ut-oh, we thought, this could have been a bad choice.&nbsp; An empty restaurant is never a good sign. Boy, were we mistaken.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I have to say that our server was one of the most knowledgeable that we’ve come across here in the Low Country.&nbsp; She had a casual, easy going style while suggesting menu items, but certainly didn’t push us, which was nice.&nbsp; After she explained The Grocery’s concept we started to review the menu to see what we would “share” at the table.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The menu is divided into “snacks”, “bites”, “tastes”, “plates”, “table”,&nbsp; and “side” options.&nbsp; As you go through the options they escalate in price. We decided to choose a few things from the “snacks” ($4-$13) and “bites” ($9-$13).&nbsp; Our server explained that the portions would be on the small side, which good to know. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">When our appetizers arrived it was nice to see that a lot of thought was put into what they would be served in. No white plate ware at this place.&nbsp; The plating on crocks, old fashioned coke bottles and casserole dishes did not go unnoticed.&nbsp; It actually was a great touch.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We were all hungry&nbsp; and ordered several appetizers.&nbsp; The Charred Onion Dip with Kettle Chips was outstanding - a great flavor, but not over powering. The homemade kettle chips were also terrific.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-sgFaEeQq6O4/T0J2gWEfYeI/AAAAAAAABiE/3-BtTAwO3r8/s1600/Charred+Onion+Dip.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-sgFaEeQq6O4/T0J2gWEfYeI/AAAAAAAABiE/3-BtTAwO3r8/s640/Charred+Onion+Dip.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">&nbsp;Charred Onion Dip with Kettle Chips</span></span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Fried Oysters were also a plus.&nbsp; Placed back in their shells with a spicy deviled egg sauce and topped with sweet house made pickles was a great compliment.&nbsp; The ‘Piggy Plate’ though, stole the show.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lwVk27gM04c/T0J2hbtpJ8I/AAAAAAAABiU/0QTcjGSTkv4/s1600/Fried+Oyster.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lwVk27gM04c/T0J2hbtpJ8I/AAAAAAAABiU/0QTcjGSTkv4/s640/Fried+Oyster.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fried Oysters</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">On a small ‘pig shaped’ cutting board arrived some of the best items of the evening.&nbsp; House made ‘City Ham’,&nbsp; pork cheeks, mortadella, and pates along with sweet and sour pickles, pickled radishes, crostini and hearty grain mustard were to die for.&nbsp; This is an item I would highly recommend since we almost fought over the last pieces.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2lKWT5Gfo9M/T0J2nniBAeI/AAAAAAAABjM/LSJsAAp66vY/s1600/piggy+plate.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2lKWT5Gfo9M/T0J2nniBAeI/AAAAAAAABjM/LSJsAAp66vY/s640/piggy+plate.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Piggy Plate</td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cj5DNgvIzsk/T0J2mz9gbKI/AAAAAAAABjE/xTDl-0c4jCo/s1600/pickle+plate+with+piggy.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cj5DNgvIzsk/T0J2mz9gbKI/AAAAAAAABjE/xTDl-0c4jCo/s640/pickle+plate+with+piggy.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Piggy Plate Condiments</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Unfortunately the ‘Crispy Pimento Cheese’ was overcooked, small cheese balls that were mostly breading and not-much cheese.&nbsp; I would pass on this bite.&nbsp; They had zero flavor at best.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6IhKnoid9JI/T0J2gyHXg0I/AAAAAAAABiM/mlRlfCi6XxU/s1600/Crispy+Pimento+Cheese.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6IhKnoid9JI/T0J2gyHXg0I/AAAAAAAABiM/mlRlfCi6XxU/s640/Crispy+Pimento+Cheese.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Crispy Pimento Cheese&nbsp;</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Our entrees were selected from the “tastes” section of the menu.&nbsp; Again the presentation was impressive.&nbsp; I had the Pappardelle, Pancetta, Parsley and Poached Egg dish which was served in a small crock like dish and looked beautiful.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">For some reason I thought that the egg would be incorporated into the dish but it wasn’t and it sat on top of the pasta.&nbsp; Our server told us that it was “their take on a carbonara” and to mix the egg into the pasta.&nbsp; Being not my cup of tea I passed on this option.&nbsp; Although flavorful the dish was over seasoned with pepper and the pasta was overcooked.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--cOv3_eDkXc/T0J2jwDZa2I/AAAAAAAABik/48_Y-9ys0KE/s1600/Pappardelle.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--cOv3_eDkXc/T0J2jwDZa2I/AAAAAAAABik/48_Y-9ys0KE/s640/Pappardelle.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pappardelle</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Tile Fish special dish of the evening was perfectly cooked and served with brussel sprouts.&nbsp; Although the server informed us that the “tastes” section of the menu would be “about 4 ounces” that’s a lot smaller than you’d think.&nbsp; Our entrees, though tasty, were also tiny for the price.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wFTX0Pas7Z4/T0J2pHLju4I/AAAAAAAABjU/ssuvd7-9OGo/s1600/tile+fish.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wFTX0Pas7Z4/T0J2pHLju4I/AAAAAAAABjU/ssuvd7-9OGo/s640/tile+fish.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tile Fish</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Beef Short Ribs were fall-off-the bone tender, though miniscule. The bone marrow served on the side did not receive any positive reviews, but that’s just a matter of personal taste.&nbsp;</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9m7u5rZlpk0/T0J2llpo6cI/AAAAAAAABis/2sdmcRGemhs/s1600/Short+Rib.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9m7u5rZlpk0/T0J2llpo6cI/AAAAAAAABis/2sdmcRGemhs/s640/Short+Rib.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beef Short Rib</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Lastly, the ‘suggestion’ of Lamb Shoulder with Chick Peas and Sautéed Greens was flavorful, but again, very small (mostly shoulder and not a lot of lamb). There was also a piece of house made sausage on the plate that was very good, but didn’t seem to be a good match for the dish.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gk1UENWOTSU/T0J2jEZAYTI/AAAAAAAABic/4v9zl1VrkDY/s1600/Lamb+Shoulder.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gk1UENWOTSU/T0J2jEZAYTI/AAAAAAAABic/4v9zl1VrkDY/s640/Lamb+Shoulder.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lamb Shoulder</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I guess you could say that about all of our dishes. The accompanying items to our entrees made us wonder how they “fit” with the main items on the plate. Not that they&nbsp;didn't&nbsp;taste good, they just didn’t seem to fit with the entrees.&nbsp;</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We also shared a Cauliflower Casserole and Roasted Root Vegetables as side dishes that were ample for the table - pricey, but ample ($8.00 each).<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GFWNfOr1kbY/T0J2mRHtZtI/AAAAAAAABi8/krz4PDz2M8Q/s1600/Wood+Roasted+Bulb+Onions.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GFWNfOr1kbY/T0J2mRHtZtI/AAAAAAAABi8/krz4PDz2M8Q/s640/Wood+Roasted+Bulb+Onions.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Roasted Root Vegetable</td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ntuv0GPrrb0/T0J2fVr_baI/AAAAAAAABh8/_b6rw99II0Q/s1600/Cauliflower+Casserole.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ntuv0GPrrb0/T0J2fVr_baI/AAAAAAAABh8/_b6rw99II0Q/s640/Cauliflower+Casserole.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cauliflower Casserole</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">All in all I liked The Grocery a bunch.&nbsp; I do, however feel that their “Tastes” section of the menu are overpriced.&nbsp; The Tile Fish special was smaller than a deck of cards and my pasta was about ¾ of a cup. My advice would be to stick with the “Snacks” and “Bites”.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">BTW our concerns when we first arrived and the restaurant was empty were quickly squashed.&nbsp; By the time we left the restaurant was packed and on a wait list.&nbsp; Add The Grocery to your list of restaurants to try!!<o:p></o:p><br /> <br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0dJTUmxZ8bM/T0J4uYHUtWI/AAAAAAAABjk/QBElYR0VsnE/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> We gave The Grocery <a href="http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/p/dac-rating-system.html" target="_blank">4 out of a possible 5 plates</a>.&nbsp;</div><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/61/1643574/restaurant/Peninsular-Charleston/The-Grocery-Charleston"><img alt="The Grocery on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/link/1643574/biglink.gif" style="border: none; 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text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LB6xiP88enM/Tzl-GlAkvKI/AAAAAAAABg8/6gcGgGnV12A/s1600/IMG_2472.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LB6xiP88enM/Tzl-GlAkvKI/AAAAAAAABg8/6gcGgGnV12A/s200/IMG_2472.JPG" width="150" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">From the owners of the Noisy Oyster comes their newest concept, Big Billy’s Burger Joint in N. Charleston near the Tanger Outlets.&nbsp; Unfortunately, I found it disappointing. &nbsp;It’s not like we didn’t give it a try, this is our 3^rd time here.&nbsp; I just didn’t write about the other two thinking they were new and had to work the kinks out. Now, not so new, many kinks remain.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">When you enter the restaurant the first thing you see is an incredibly large tiki hut that graces the entire center of the building. The theme here is ‘margaritaville’ and Jimmy Buffet’s music is the mainstay.&nbsp; But hey, can you ever hear too much of ‘Wasted Away in Margaritaville?’ The answer is yes. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EV6drr9Rpto/Tzl-HPJCALI/AAAAAAAABhE/qvF7gpIDuT8/s1600/IMG_2474.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EV6drr9Rpto/Tzl-HPJCALI/AAAAAAAABhE/qvF7gpIDuT8/s200/IMG_2474.JPG" width="200" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tiki Hut</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">There were very few patrons either at the table or bar area and our service was swift.&nbsp; We decided to start with the Baked Jalapeno Pimento Cheese Dip as we looked through the menu.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Billy’s is not a fancy place and the menu is simple.&nbsp; Sandwiches, Salads, Wraps, all of the usual suspects dot the pages.&nbsp; There is a “build your own” burger, chicken sandwich and salad section that caught our eye and we quickly placed our order for a chicken sandwich and a burger.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Our dip took quite some time to arrive and when it did it was burnt.&nbsp; From the picture you can see that I’m not exaggerating. So here’s what I don’t understand.&nbsp; The line cook takes it out of the broiler, sees that it’s burnt and sets it in the window.&nbsp; The manager, who is also expediting, sees that it’s burnt and hands it off to our server, who also sees that it’s burnt and brings it to our table.&nbsp; Really?&nbsp; We sent it back for a second try.&nbsp; The second one was better and pretty tasty. But returning it made our lunch a disaster.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MXKCJM7LEZs/Tzl-HuBx5xI/AAAAAAAABhM/nBZs0L5esGc/s1600/IMG_2475.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MXKCJM7LEZs/Tzl-HuBx5xI/AAAAAAAABhM/nBZs0L5esGc/s640/IMG_2475.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pimento Cheese Dip (round 1)</td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-t4V6R56VC9w/Tzl-INfuyFI/AAAAAAAABhU/j_HDBIw4s7M/s1600/IMG_2477.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-t4V6R56VC9w/Tzl-INfuyFI/AAAAAAAABhU/j_HDBIw4s7M/s400/IMG_2477.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pimento Dip (round 2)</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We sat and watched our lunch dying in the window as our appetizer was served.&nbsp; Again the manager pulled our lunch items, cold as they were, handed them to a server and they were sent out to our table just a couple minutes after our appetizer (round 2) was served. Since they were DOA when they hit the table, we sent these back as well.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">In a restaurant that seems like it has such a simple formula – burgers, fries, salads, etc., how does is go so wrong so quickly?&nbsp; Apathy perhaps… it’s really hard to say.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TfS9hvZViPw/Tzl-Iagbu-I/AAAAAAAABhc/M_tZIOmbzko/s1600/IMG_2479.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TfS9hvZViPw/Tzl-Iagbu-I/AAAAAAAABhc/M_tZIOmbzko/s640/IMG_2479.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chicken Sandwich</td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C09n5lY0dO4/Tzl-I9XEEDI/AAAAAAAABhk/cu6VHBF3QO0/s1600/burger.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C09n5lY0dO4/Tzl-I9XEEDI/AAAAAAAABhk/cu6VHBF3QO0/s640/burger.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Burger with Guac</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">When our lunch (round 2) finally did arrive (we probably had been at the restaurant for close to an hour by now), it was actually okay.&nbsp; Not great by any stretch, but okay.&nbsp; My husband’s burger was close to mooing, it was so rare and it had been ordered medium.&nbsp; My chicken sandwich was AOK and the tater tots that accompanied it were perfect.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Billy’s serves their side items, fries, tots, etc., in mini fry baskets which is really a cute touch.&nbsp; But if you’re a place that’s supposed to be all about burgers for goodness sake, at least get those right.&nbsp; This is one place that I’ll be skipping in the future. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-egTxMxZZFqo/TIpBaAwAkpI/AAAAAAAAAKk/Vh98rdcsB6I/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-egTxMxZZFqo/TIpBaAwAkpI/AAAAAAAAAKk/Vh98rdcsB6I/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-egTxMxZZFqo/TIpBaAwAkpI/AAAAAAAAAKk/Vh98rdcsB6I/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We gave Big Billy's 2 out of a possible 5 plates.</div><br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="MsoNoSpacing"><a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/61/1609062/restaurant/Charleston/Big-Billys-Burger-Joint-North-Charleston"><img alt="Big Billy's Burger Joint on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/link/1609062/biglink.gif" style="border: none; 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font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 18.0pt;">Join us for great food and music! <br /> <br /> We will have <br /> Southwood &amp; Dixiedicks playing live!&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #8eb65d; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #8eb65d; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 14.0pt;">Food Trucks include: Strada Cocina, Pot Kettle Black, Geechee Island, Tokyo Crepes, Zahh Pizza, Jacks Cosmic Dog, </span><span style="color: #8eb65d; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #8eb65d; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 14.0pt;">King of Pops, Taco Boy, Local Market Coffee Bar</span><span style="color: #8eb65d; 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text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ozJj4MPwWBk/TzKYMqRQ5dI/AAAAAAAABfg/Z3PdMc5Y8bY/s1600/inside+virginias.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="120" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ozJj4MPwWBk/TzKYMqRQ5dI/AAAAAAAABfg/Z3PdMc5Y8bY/s200/inside+virginias.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Virginia’s on King is a restaurant that we’ve walked by many times and always said, “We should try that place.” Today was the day we did.&nbsp; The restaurant is quaint and comfortable and the service was good, but that’s where the pleasantries end.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">In a town where there are SO many great restaurants this ranks up there for me as one of the worst. Sorry, but I’m being honest about my experience.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We were famished and decided to start with the fried pickles.&nbsp; Although they were tart slices of well seasoned pickles they were undercooked and the batter fell off of them when you attempted to eat them.&nbsp; Not such a bad thing since the batter had zero flavor.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ox9aKZH6HzY/TzKYOYB2nVI/AAAAAAAABf8/3NL6pNWptJA/s1600/fried+pickles.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ox9aKZH6HzY/TzKYOYB2nVI/AAAAAAAABf8/3NL6pNWptJA/s640/fried+pickles.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fried Pickles</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Next we were served complimentary broccoli corn bread.&nbsp; It seemed to be stale and was very dry.&nbsp; Can lunch be any better, we thought?</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-kKAz5cRVbNc/TzKYM3ibPTI/AAAAAAAABfo/UXmTheSUlLk/s1600/broccoli+cornbread.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-kKAz5cRVbNc/TzKYM3ibPTI/AAAAAAAABfo/UXmTheSUlLk/s640/broccoli+cornbread.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Broccoli Corn bread</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">My Grilled Pear and Frisee salad was terrible.&nbsp; The shrimp (a $4.99 up charge), were under cooked and loaded with soot from the grill.&nbsp; The salad itself was incredibly overdressed in a flavorless dressing. Add to this the mushy, stale spiced walnuts and we were about to call it a day.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6iVy1SgKAqU/TzKYN1VpTlI/AAAAAAAABf4/hOcSRwXo5oA/s1600/pear+salad.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6iVy1SgKAqU/TzKYN1VpTlI/AAAAAAAABf4/hOcSRwXo5oA/s640/pear+salad.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pear Salad</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I asked for my shrimp to be placed back on the grill for a few minutes since they were so under cooked.&nbsp; We also asked for some sweet potato fries that were hot, since ours were ice cold when they arrived with my husband’s sandwich. When a restaurant has seven tables seated for lunch, how does this happen?</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">My husband’s Philly Cheese Steak daily-special lacked flavor and the “strip steak” was incredibly tough.&nbsp; The blue cheese coleslaw must have been stored near the grill as it tasted smoky and quite frankly we thought it was past its shelf life. <o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ntzx-kAhQ3w/TzKYNem5wGI/AAAAAAAABfw/xTalroVpU_c/s1600/Phylli+Cheesesteak.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ntzx-kAhQ3w/TzKYNem5wGI/AAAAAAAABfw/xTalroVpU_c/s640/Phylli+Cheesesteak.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Philly Cheese Steak</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">So with all of these elements to our <u>$43.00 lunch</u> if you get the urge to walk into Virginia’s on King as Dionne Warwick once sang, “Walk on by.”</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-egTxMxZZFqo/TIpBaAwAkpI/AAAAAAAAAKk/Vh98rdcsB6I/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-egTxMxZZFqo/TIpBaAwAkpI/AAAAAAAAAKk/Vh98rdcsB6I/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We gave Virginia's On King <a href="http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/p/dac-rating-system.html" target="_blank">One plate out of a possible 5.</a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/61/661150/restaurant/Peninsular-Charleston/Virginias-on-King-Charleston"><img alt="Virginia's on King on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/link/661150/biglink.gif" style="border:none;width:200px;height:146px" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8777752476922881961-3456229348950635543?l=www.diningaroundcharleston.com' alt='' /></div><div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:F7zBnMyn0Lo"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:F7zBnMyn0Lo" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:YhmuOQCmxJk"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:YhmuOQCmxJk" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:l6gmwiTKsz0"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=l6gmwiTKsz0" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=C9YqyOu12fQ:C3qI-UK90tw:TzevzKxY174"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=TzevzKxY174" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DiningAroundCharleston/~4/C9YqyOu12fQ" height="1" width="1"/>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiningAroundCharleston/~3/C9YqyOu12fQ/virginias-on-king-charleston-sc.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Susie Gorsline)0Charleston, SC, USA32.7765656 -79.9309215999999832.6240251 -80.10423359999997 32.9291061 -79.75760959999998http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/2012/02/virginias-on-king-charleston-sc.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8777752476922881961.post-2296618307176874606Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:19:00 +00002012-02-09T10:33:51.185-05:00Dining round Charlestondining around charlestonCharleston diningfast and frenchcharleston restaurants3 platesdining SCdining experiences<p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/8Y9ZnC7fECMRL3s2nSeSMDo-o88/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/8Y9ZnC7fECMRL3s2nSeSMDo-o88/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/8Y9ZnC7fECMRL3s2nSeSMDo-o88/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/8Y9ZnC7fECMRL3s2nSeSMDo-o88/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><span style="font-size: large;">Simply Charming</span><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ca3k2rX5uVU/TzGgkuQPHUI/AAAAAAAABe4/oFRQFJwwjZ0/s1600/outside.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ca3k2rX5uVU/TzGgkuQPHUI/AAAAAAAABe4/oFRQFJwwjZ0/s200/outside.JPG" width="149" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Venture off the beaten path of the highly trafficked Charleston tourist crowd, turn on to 98 Broad Street and you will discover a local restaurant staple that has been doing business here for well over 25 years. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Gaulart &amp; Maliclet, known to locals as “Fast and French” is simply charming.&nbsp; It’s a small shot gun space that has bar and very limited high top seating.&nbsp; If there is a space to be had there is a chair and some sort of make shift seating in place.&nbsp; If you’re looking for something roomy, this is not the place!<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We arrived on a damp and dreary day for lunch.&nbsp; Although I didn’t know what to expect I did know that friends of ours actually met at the restaurant while having lunch and were married a few months later.&nbsp; How romantic is that?<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><div style="text-align: left;">We were quickly seated in the back of the restaurant and perused the menu.&nbsp; For a tiny, tiny place the menu is extensive.&nbsp; Lunch specials, soups, salads, lunch plates, vegetarian options… you have quite the selection.<o:p></o:p></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /> </div></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe frameborder="0" height="300" src="http://photosynth.net/embed.aspx?cid=66bd27cc-50d9-427f-a3b7-f9798f7c02fb&amp;delayLoad=true&amp;slideShowPlaying=false" width="500"></iframe></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Panoramic View Of Fast n French</span></div></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Our server stopped by quickly to see if we were ready to order and we actually needed a few minutes to decide.&nbsp; It was the only time that we would have expeditious service as our service became spotty at best.&nbsp; Be that as it may, we were ready to place our order.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">My husband chose a simple Croissant with Turkey and Brie.&nbsp; It was to be served with your choice of soup or salad. They offered two cold and three hot soup options and he landed on the lentil soup.&nbsp; I choose the O’Rye which was toasted Canadian rye bread, pate, blue cheese and your choice of soup or salad.&nbsp; Wouldn’t you know it, the day I order this they are out of blue cheese. &nbsp;<o:p></o:p><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cgONR6K4IDw/TzGgmJTeuII/AAAAAAAABfQ/H1WQdWTb4iU/s1600/OFhamncheese.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cgONR6K4IDw/TzGgmJTeuII/AAAAAAAABfQ/H1WQdWTb4iU/s640/OFhamncheese.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ham and Cheese Croissant</td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>The server suggested that I either get two pates or a sampling of Morbier Cheese which she described as “stinky cheese”.&nbsp; It’s actually known as the funny French cheese with a black streak running through it.&nbsp; It sounded interesting, but I opted for the pates.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The kitchen is on their game here and our lunch arrived in no time.&nbsp; Service is scant though as we never saw our server again except to bring us our check. <o:p></o:p><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lxNj3yHrIYs/TzGgmcUJyLI/AAAAAAAABfY/-ep1UOUVM04/s1600/salad+and+pate.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lxNj3yHrIYs/TzGgmcUJyLI/AAAAAAAABfY/-ep1UOUVM04/s640/salad+and+pate.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">O'Rye</td></tr> </tbody></table>Lunch was good but not what was ordered.&nbsp; My husband received a ham and cheese croissant, albeit tasty, not what he ordered.&nbsp; We weren’t able to get mustard, etc. to add to the sandwich because our server remained MIA. This was disappointing.<br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2KFFchqsMig/TzGgltdphTI/AAAAAAAABfI/jo2w1ql0ZQU/s1600/MCeese.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2KFFchqsMig/TzGgltdphTI/AAAAAAAABfI/jo2w1ql0ZQU/s640/MCeese.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Morbier and Bread</td></tr> </tbody></table>My lunch was good but the Roquefort dressing was thin and watery and not very flavorful, which surprised me.&nbsp; The pate however was outstanding and quickly snapped up. I did finally flag down a server and asked for an additional side of Morbier cheese.&nbsp; It was served with 3 slices of French bread and it did not disappoint in its’ taste or aroma.&nbsp;</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The checkout process can be a bit laborious. Your check is taken to the cashier at the front of the restaurant.&nbsp; It took us as long to get our lunch as it did to cash out our bill.&nbsp; This was a bit of a drag after a nice lunch. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">All in all, &nbsp;I’d recommend Gaulart &amp; Maliclet.&nbsp; I’m interested in trying their dinner offerings and will be sure to go back there soon.<o:p></o:p><br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gfrU3r0kEcw/TPl1oWCSiyI/AAAAAAAAAVA/-i0e_PH50iQ/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gfrU3r0kEcw/TPl1oWCSiyI/AAAAAAAAAVA/-i0e_PH50iQ/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gfrU3r0kEcw/TPl1oWCSiyI/AAAAAAAAAVA/-i0e_PH50iQ/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gfrU3r0kEcw/TPl1oWCSiyI/AAAAAAAAAVA/-i0e_PH50iQ/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /></a></div><br /> We gave Fast And French <a href="http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/p/dac-rating-system.html" target="_blank">3 out of a possible 5 plates.</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/61/660409/restaurant/Peninsular-Charleston/Gaulart-Maliclet-French-Cafe-Charleston"><img alt="Gaulart &amp; 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text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="font-size: large;">Did You Miss Charleston Restaurant Week? &nbsp;Can't Get Enough Of A Good Thing?</span><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Hg9gj_rapxg/TzAyz3Bkz8I/AAAAAAAABew/zGsb6v7I0pk/s1600/avondale+restaurant+week.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="383" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Hg9gj_rapxg/TzAyz3Bkz8I/AAAAAAAABew/zGsb6v7I0pk/s400/avondale+restaurant+week.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span><br /> <br /> <div style="background-color: white; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; margin-bottom: 1.2em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'PT Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px;">All the "cool restaurants" in the Avondale area are giving you another chance to&nbsp;experience&nbsp;the prix-fix menus featuring 3 courses for $20 at participating Avondale restaurants. The restaurants participating are:</span></span></div><ul style="background-color: white; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #333333; font-family: 'PT Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 15px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><li style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: url(http://charleston.thedigitel.com/sites/all/themes/thedigitel/images/list-arrows.png); background-origin: initial; background-position: 1px 9px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; list-style-image: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><a href="http://trianglecharandbar.com/" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(135, 176, 209); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: top;" target="_blank">Triangle Char and Bar</a>&nbsp;</li> <li style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: url(http://charleston.thedigitel.com/sites/all/themes/thedigitel/images/list-arrows.png); background-origin: initial; background-position: 1px 9px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; list-style-image: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><a href="http://www.pearlzoysterbar.com/" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(135, 176, 209); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: top;" target="_blank">Pearlz Little Oyster Bar</a>&nbsp;</li> <li style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: url(http://charleston.thedigitel.com/sites/all/themes/thedigitel/images/list-arrows.png); background-origin: initial; background-position: 1px 9px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; list-style-image: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><a href="http://www.theroostavondale.com/" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(135, 176, 209); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: top;" target="_blank">The Roost</a>&nbsp;</li> <li style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: url(http://charleston.thedigitel.com/sites/all/themes/thedigitel/images/list-arrows.png); background-origin: initial; background-position: 1px 9px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; list-style-image: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><a href="http://www.mellowmushroom.com/avondale" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(135, 176, 209); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: top;" target="_blank">Mellow Mushroom</a>&nbsp;</li> <li style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: url(http://charleston.thedigitel.com/sites/all/themes/thedigitel/images/list-arrows.png); background-origin: initial; background-position: 1px 9px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; list-style-image: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><a href="http://www.aldilarestaurant.com/contact-us#/home" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(135, 176, 209); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: top;" target="_blank">Al Di La</a></li> </ul><div style="background-color: white; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; color: #333333; font-family: 'PT Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 1.2em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span style="color: #404040; font-family: arial, verdana, sans-serif; line-height: normal;">"Avondale Restaurant Week was something I just came up with after Charleston had restaurant week," said Michael Lotz, general manager for Triangle Char and Bar on Savannah Highway. "Not a lot of people trickled over here. We had a couple of restaurants that were participating, but we want so many people to come over and check out Avondale and see how many venues we have to offer."</span> </div><div style="background-color: white; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 1.2em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span style="color: #404040; font-family: arial, verdana, sans-serif;">On the busiest nights there will be valet parking offered.&nbsp;</span></div><div style="background-color: white; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; margin-bottom: 1.2em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span style="color: #404040; font-family: arial, verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Thanks to <a href="http://charleston.thedigitel.com/" target="_blank">TheDigitalCharleston</a> for the image.</span></div><div style="background-color: white; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-image: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 1.2em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span style="color: #404040; font-family: arial, verdana, sans-serif;"><br /> </span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8777752476922881961-8458235926943650485?l=www.diningaroundcharleston.com' alt='' /></div><div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:F7zBnMyn0Lo"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:F7zBnMyn0Lo" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:YhmuOQCmxJk"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:YhmuOQCmxJk" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:l6gmwiTKsz0"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=l6gmwiTKsz0" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=0uSm-1m5Aho:PLAdknfn_10:TzevzKxY174"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=TzevzKxY174" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DiningAroundCharleston/~4/0uSm-1m5Aho" height="1" width="1"/>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiningAroundCharleston/~3/0uSm-1m5Aho/avondale-restaurant-week-feb-6-12.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Susie Gorsline)0http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/2012/02/avondale-restaurant-week-feb-6-12.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8777752476922881961.post-3662031644202436577Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:30:00 +00002012-01-31T08:30:53.279-05:00dining around charleston3 platesChinese<p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/w4gW5GE05VN8HKyRCsOt-yEIQh4/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/w4gW5GE05VN8HKyRCsOt-yEIQh4/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/w4gW5GE05VN8HKyRCsOt-yEIQh4/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/w4gW5GE05VN8HKyRCsOt-yEIQh4/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Bambu Misses The Mark</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BeTaiCbqbXI/Tyfpo1qX1_I/AAAAAAAABeg/kB3_yMo9QDo/s1600/Inside+BAmbu.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BeTaiCbqbXI/Tyfpo1qX1_I/AAAAAAAABeg/kB3_yMo9QDo/s320/Inside+BAmbu.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal">We recently decided to visit Bambu Restaurant in Mt. Pleasant.&nbsp; My choice in restaurants might have been a bit sketchy since I don’t like many Thai and Japanese foods, and don’t care for sushi (the restaurant’s staples), but I decided to give it the college try!!<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">When we arrived we were seated very quickly in a nice, large booth.&nbsp; The restaurant was not crowded and I overheard what I believe to be the manager at another table explaining that immediately following Restaurant Week there usually is a significant lull in business.&nbsp; This was very true the evening that we went.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">Be prepared to read your menu by the light of the candle as it’s incredibly dark.&nbsp; Not that it’s necessarily a bad thing, but can a sister get some lights on??<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">There are two components to the menu. They offer the usual suspects of soups/salads, small and large plates and sides. There is then an incredibly large sushi menu that is made from their full sushi bar at the hands of their master sushi chefs.&nbsp; If you like sushi, it seemed like the menu item to get!<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">Recovering from recent major dental work this was the first time in days that I was a) hungry and b) thinking that I could eat something. Deciding to strike while the iron was hot we started with two small plates. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal">The Lobster Wontons (similar to Crab Ragoon), were light, delicately fried and had a silky lobster filling.&nbsp; Equally as delightful was the sweet chili sauce that accompanied them.&nbsp; I thought that we were on to something…<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-O1NYXrlmCN4/TyfpoavjbHI/AAAAAAAABeY/Sp5ui8F5zX8/s1600/lobster+Wontons.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-O1NYXrlmCN4/TyfpoavjbHI/AAAAAAAABeY/Sp5ui8F5zX8/s640/lobster+Wontons.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lobster Wontons</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">The Spare Ribs were steeped in Asian BBQ sauce, topped with sesame seeds and served with mango slaw.&nbsp; Although not something I would usually order, they were fall-off-the-bone tender and very good.&nbsp; If the slaw’s advertised “mango” component seemed missing altogether and just tasted like shredded cabbage.&nbsp; No worries, we still thought we had made a good choice for dinner.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-muC0SzZ-ooo/Tyfpn0yZmKI/AAAAAAAABeQ/dA1GvzxZfk8/s1600/spareribs.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-muC0SzZ-ooo/Tyfpn0yZmKI/AAAAAAAABeQ/dA1GvzxZfk8/s640/spareribs.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Spare Ribs</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">Our dinners were served quickly, but we did not feel rushed.&nbsp; I was thrilled that the dishes were incredibly hot (one of my pet peeves is cold or tepid food hitting the table).</div><div class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">For the first time in all of the times my husband has ordered Pad Thai very spicy, it was just that.&nbsp; There was plenty of shrimp and chicken in the dish and we had requested a hot sauce to accompany it.&nbsp; They call the sauce “Death Sauce” because of the heat and rightfully so. The Pad Thai was a winner even without the sauce.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-m6PJ2PnFtO4/TyfpnYUe3lI/AAAAAAAABeI/HvvO11pnS00/s1600/Pad+Thai.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-m6PJ2PnFtO4/TyfpnYUe3lI/AAAAAAAABeI/HvvO11pnS00/s640/Pad+Thai.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pad Thai</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">Alas, my dish was somewhat of a bust. In hindsight I was glad that the restaurant was so dark.&nbsp; When I look at the pictures of my Fried Rice it looks as mushy as it tasted.&nbsp; I don’t know how they managed, but the rice was very mushy and didn’t really even taste like rice.&nbsp; Although there was also ample shrimp and chicken in the Fried Rice it was incredibly bland and very disappointing.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LYVRIPVXELg/Tyfq9AvGfQI/AAAAAAAABeo/04SrS92GRMg/s1600/friedricedish.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LYVRIPVXELg/Tyfq9AvGfQI/AAAAAAAABeo/04SrS92GRMg/s640/friedricedish.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fried Rice</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal">Oh well, we tried.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">I would also add that our service was spotty at best.&nbsp; Drinks were forgotten or never brought to the table; it took a long time to clear plates, etc. She just seemed missing in action.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal">And what’s with bringing Styrofoam “to go” containers to the customer to have them pack their own “take home” meal??&nbsp; Where’s the “service” in that?&nbsp; Since this seems like a Charleston practice, I wasn’t that surprised, but our server had already removed our silverware and we had to try to get our meals off of our plates and into the box with a straw. &nbsp;<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;">A Straw? &nbsp;I can't even use chopsticks let alone trying to maneuver getting food off of my plate with a straw.&nbsp;</span>Not a great experience overall.<br /> <o:p></o:p></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oWctJP_Fwkc/TLHK4pA9kMI/AAAAAAAAAQ0/jyY616WDpJs/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; 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mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: center;"><u><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt;">Lucky's Southern Grill Grand Opening February 8 to Benefit Local Charity</span></u><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></span></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11.0pt;">James Island family restaurant accepting donations for Save Veronica&nbsp;</span></i><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /> </span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Bvyx12mgRrY/TycDQYJbflI/AAAAAAAABd4/kfhvIlUQwDA/s1600/LuckysLogo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="233" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Bvyx12mgRrY/TycDQYJbflI/AAAAAAAABd4/kfhvIlUQwDA/s320/LuckysLogo.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><i><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;">James Island, SC </span></i><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;">– Lucky’s Southern Grill will hold an official Grand Opening BBQ Bash on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 6pm. The event is free and open to the public and the family owned restaurant will be accepting $10 donations at the door to benefit local organization, <i>Save Veronica</i> .The BBQ Bash will feature a complimentary BBQ buffet with all the fixin’s and drink specials including $3 Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka cocktails, $2 domestic beer bottles and $20 bottles of wine. Regular menu will also be available. Live music performed by Jaykob Hendrik and Dave Landeo will start at 6pm.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><i><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;">Save Veronica.org </span></i><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;">is an organization dedicated to fighting for the rights of a 2-year old girl and her adoptive family who live on James Island. Based on the Indian Child Welfare Act, Veronica was removed from her adoptive parents after two years and handed over to the birth father who had initially blessed the adoption. When asked why they chose to use their Grand Opening party as a platform to raise money for <i>Save Veronica</i>, Lucky's co-owner Kimberly Traynor said, "We were already planning to host a party to thank all of the people who have made our first couple of months so wonderful. But when we heard the story of Veronica and her family, we felt compelled to help in any way possible."&nbsp;<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;">Lucky’s, located in the Island Plaza on James Island, first opened their doors to the public two months ago.&nbsp; After remodeling the entire facility, Traynor and co-owner, John Davis, were able to create an open, relaxed atmosphere that complements the Southern Coastal cuisine. The menu features creative takes on traditional southern classic dishes as well as healthy alternatives.&nbsp;The scratch kitchen focuses on products that are indigenous to the area. Open seven days a week, Lucky’s offers lunch, dinner and a full Sunday brunch.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;">For more information on Lucky's Southern Grill, visit <a href="http://luckyssoutherngrill.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">luckyssoutherngrill.com</span></a>, call Lucky’s at <a href="tel:843-641-7147" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">843-641-7147</span></a> or email Kimberly Traynor at <a href="mailto:kimberly@luckyssoutherngrill.com" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">kimberly@luckyssoutherngrill.com</span></a>. For daily specials and chances to win gift certificates "like" Lucky's on Facebook. For more information on the <i>Save Veronica charity</i>, please visit <a href="http://www.saveveronica.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">www.saveveronica.org</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8777752476922881961-7185188549959682456?l=www.diningaroundcharleston.com' alt='' /></div><div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:F7zBnMyn0Lo"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:F7zBnMyn0Lo" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:YhmuOQCmxJk"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:YhmuOQCmxJk" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:l6gmwiTKsz0"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=l6gmwiTKsz0" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=rN_IWuBAICY:WBPFicnGPJw:TzevzKxY174"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=TzevzKxY174" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DiningAroundCharleston/~4/rN_IWuBAICY" height="1" width="1"/>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiningAroundCharleston/~3/rN_IWuBAICY/luckys-southern-grill.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Susie Gorsline)0http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/2012/01/luckys-southern-grill.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8777752476922881961.post-7827245822971296580Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:25:00 +00002012-01-24T10:25:14.387-05:00Acy's Million Dollar MAkeoverCharleston SCCharleston entrepreneurs<p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/q-oFlvTN4Gm7sICYaQ_SsDSQxgo/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/q-oFlvTN4Gm7sICYaQ_SsDSQxgo/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/q-oFlvTN4Gm7sICYaQ_SsDSQxgo/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/q-oFlvTN4Gm7sICYaQ_SsDSQxgo/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Love Food? 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The restaurant is a "wow" on many levels.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As we entered we were quickly greeted by the hostess and maître d'</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">&nbsp;who warmly welcomed us.&nbsp; I was pleasantly surprised when we were escorted to our table and it was a roomy 4-top.&nbsp; (You may have read about one of my pet peeves being the oh-so-small tables for two...). No question we were off to a great start.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The restaurant is moderate in size, warm and inviting.&nbsp; As I glanced around I noticed a "sea" of servers, bartenders and bussers all poised and ready to serve.&nbsp; Years ago the "service standard" was depicted through the mission statement of the Ritz Carlton - "Ladies and Gentlemen Serving Ladies and Gentlemen" and by the time our evening was through, the Peninsula Grill seemed like a page right out of their playbook. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Our server approached the table and asked if he could interrupt us. He then addressed my husband by his last name and asked if he had pronounced it correctly.&nbsp; That personalization was a nice touch. &nbsp;He took our drink order and said he'd be back to review the "going's on" for the evening.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-X_oHq3DdoUE/Txgl_4slpVI/AAAAAAAABdg/rSYTDTYtMg8/s1600/diningroom+peninsula+grill.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-X_oHq3DdoUE/Txgl_4slpVI/AAAAAAAABdg/rSYTDTYtMg8/s200/diningroom+peninsula+grill.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We were on the fence if we were going to order from the regular menu or from the Restaurant Week selections, so our&nbsp;server took his time reviewing both.&nbsp; I asked him if the restaurant embraced the idea of Restaurant Week.&nbsp; He explained that they felt that it was a great opportunity to bring in new customers that might not have been there before.&nbsp; He also mentioned that based on year over year numbers, (he helped "with the books"), that financially it was beneficial for them to participate as this would typically be a slow time of year without it. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">After his detailed description of both menus we chose the Restaurant Week menu.&nbsp; Even after many visits to restaurants during the various Restaurant Weeks, I still can't get over what a great deal it is.&nbsp; The entrees on the dinner menu range between $29 - $39 so at 3 courses for $40 how can you go wrong?<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As our server completed taking our order he picked up our plates explaining that "this would signal that it was time to bring us fresh bread." We would find that our entire evening was just like this, a well-orchestrated ballet. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">In the blink of an eye our appetizers arrived.&nbsp; The Trio of Soups - Lobster Corm Chowder, Mushroom Bisque and Heirloom Pumpkin Soup were incredible.&nbsp; The Lobster Corn Chowder was a creamy, silky blend brimming with fresh lobster meal. The mushroom bisque was a heavenly puree with small bits of mushrooms left in for good measure. &nbsp;The Heirloom Pumpkin Soup, although not our personal favorite, was velvety and rich in flavor.<o:p></o:p></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lu609Ufels4/TxghsGuqMhI/AAAAAAAABdA/HkJ1xHF0jvk/s1600/Trio+Of+Soup.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lu609Ufels4/TxghsGuqMhI/AAAAAAAABdA/HkJ1xHF0jvk/s640/Trio+Of+Soup.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Trio Of Soups</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">To quote my husband, "It's all I can do not to sop the rest of this soup with my bread." Oh, and the bread and butter... perfect.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The "Tangle of Garden Greens" was dotted with fresh goat cheese and purple and red beets.&nbsp; The pickled local shrimp had just enough zing to make the taste that much more interesting.&nbsp; I was already won over by this place and we were only on the appetizers!<o:p></o:p></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dDTQkwTxfXM/TxghqiXX4lI/AAAAAAAABco/hOYcLIOC5dA/s1600/taste+of+green.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dDTQkwTxfXM/TxghqiXX4lI/AAAAAAAABco/hOYcLIOC5dA/s640/taste+of+green.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tangle Of Garden Greens</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Before we knew it our dishes were cleared and our entrees were served.&nbsp; No creative, multiple-plate carrying in this place.&nbsp; One entree is carried by one person and gently set in front of you, what a nice touch!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Braised Beef Short Ribs served with English Pea, Wild Mushroom, Smoked Bacon Risotto, Porcini Cabernet Jus were fall-off-the-bone tender.&nbsp; Again, my husband had picked a winning dish.&nbsp; My dish, not-so-winning.&nbsp; The Boneless Grilled Berkshire Pork Chop was presented beautifully but unfortunately, it was over cooked and difficult to cut through. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Reluctantly I asked the server if he could take it back, which he did.&nbsp; He also returned my husband's dish so that we could, "Enjoy dinner together."&nbsp; Soon I saw three people huddling around my dish by the kitchen inspecting it like something from a CSI episode.&nbsp; The maître d' then came by, apologized and said that our dinners would be served in two minutes, which they were and both were perfect.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The kitchen had prepared fresh dishes for us both. My Pork Chop had Creole Whipped Potatoes, Braised Local Greens topped with a Roasted Shallot Au Jus. The Pork Chop was as tender as it could be and I was glad to have sent it back.&nbsp; The second time around was the charm.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-my61RWgJt2o/TxghreGz-CI/AAAAAAAABcw/A3apSbO0pIY/s1600/Pork+Chop.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-my61RWgJt2o/TxghreGz-CI/AAAAAAAABcw/A3apSbO0pIY/s640/Pork+Chop.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Boneless Grilled Berkshire Pork Chop</td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Mq0AVBC0-EM/TxghrzFQ0HI/AAAAAAAABc4/XBzWPZT-lZw/s1600/Short+Rib.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Mq0AVBC0-EM/TxghrzFQ0HI/AAAAAAAABc4/XBzWPZT-lZw/s640/Short+Rib.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Braised Beef Short Rib</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The server stopped by after one bite again to apologize and to make sure that everything was, "to our liking", which it was.&nbsp; I was blown away by the speed and professional style in which this was handled.&nbsp; More restaurants could take a lesson on recovery from the team here.</span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-j2qgqdmYxQ8/TxghtIy1D3I/AAAAAAAABdQ/OddjoRG7K_c/s1600/orange+Napoleon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="321" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-j2qgqdmYxQ8/TxghtIy1D3I/AAAAAAAABdQ/OddjoRG7K_c/s640/orange+Napoleon.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Florida Orange Napoleon</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QwdgkfnHkCU/TxghtXqzanI/AAAAAAAABdY/onwmcmQbsVw/s1600/torte.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QwdgkfnHkCU/TxghtXqzanI/AAAAAAAABdY/onwmcmQbsVw/s640/torte.jpg" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chocolate Cherry Torte</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">No surprise that our desserts were outstanding.&nbsp; The Chocolate Cherry Torte was a multi-layer mousse-like concoction that was not too sweet and as light as a cloud.&nbsp; The Florida Orange Napoleon was a Light, Crispy Housemade Puff Pastry with Citrus Infused Custard, Fresh Strawberries and Orange Creamsicle Sauce.&nbsp; It tasted exactly as it was described.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">By far Peninsula Grill is one of the best restaurants I have been to in Charleston, and one of my new all-time favorites.&nbsp; Don't wait... make your reservations today.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br /> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5VE3YykYvLQ/TJO_7omo5uI/AAAAAAAAAMM/6sAnTiDx29U/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; 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font-size: x-large;">CANCELLED!!!!!!!!!</span></u></b><br /> <b><u><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Lowcountry Oyster Recipe Contest<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xP_FVrYDfkA/TxSKq69jQeI/AAAAAAAABa4/TBZ4yY-soXI/s1600/Lowcountry+Oyster+Contest.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xP_FVrYDfkA/TxSKq69jQeI/AAAAAAAABa4/TBZ4yY-soXI/s320/Lowcountry+Oyster+Contest.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on"><b>Charleston</b></st1:city><b>, <st1:state w:st="on">SC</st1:state></b></st1:place><b> </b>– The kick-off for the 29^th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival will be on <st1:date day="19" month="1" w:st="on" year="2012">Thursday, <st1:date day="19" ls="trans" month="1" w:st="on" year="2012">January 19, 2012</st1:date></st1:date>.&nbsp; The Lowcountry Oyster Recipe Contest will be held from <st1:time hour="17" minute="0" w:st="on">5-7pm</st1:time> at the Culinary Institute of Charleston (CIC), Palmer campus located downtown.&nbsp; The contest will be divided into three categories: Culinary Students, Industry Chefs and Home Cooks.&nbsp; Each group will be judged separately and winners from each category will be named.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;">Two winners from each group will be awarded a cash prize.&nbsp; First place will receive $300 and second place will receive $200.&nbsp; This contest is on a first come, first serve basis, so it is important to complete and submit your registration form as soon as possible.&nbsp; The application can be submitted to:<o:p></o:p></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">Charleston Restaurant Association<o:p></o:p></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">Attn: Kathy Britzius/Oyster Recipe Contest<o:p></o:p></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-align: center;"><st1:street w:st="on"><st1:address w:st="on">423 King Street</st1:address></st1:street><o:p></o:p></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-align: center;"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Charleston</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">SC</st1:state> <st1:postalcode w:st="on">29403</st1:postalcode></st1:place><o:p></o:p></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;">Each contestant is asked to arrive one hour early in order to prepare for the event.&nbsp; The dish prepared must primarily be made of oysters.&nbsp; If you have any questions, please contact Kathy at 843.452.6088 or Monique at 843.364.0971.&nbsp;&nbsp;<o:p></o:p></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8777752476922881961-4203697510885919131?l=www.diningaroundcharleston.com' alt='' /></div><div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:qj6IDK7rITs"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=qj6IDK7rITs" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:F7zBnMyn0Lo"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:F7zBnMyn0Lo" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:YhmuOQCmxJk"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:YhmuOQCmxJk" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:l6gmwiTKsz0"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=l6gmwiTKsz0" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?i=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:-BTjWOF_DHI" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?a=yrDSCGSMETU:2cYCbx2gw3k:TzevzKxY174"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/DiningAroundCharleston?d=TzevzKxY174" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DiningAroundCharleston/~4/yrDSCGSMETU" height="1" width="1"/>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiningAroundCharleston/~3/yrDSCGSMETU/lowcountry-oyster-recipe-contest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Susie Gorsline)0http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/2012/01/lowcountry-oyster-recipe-contest.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8777752476922881961.post-1958850897456454962Sun, 15 Jan 2012 21:56:00 +00002012-01-17T10:47:06.450-05:002 platescharleston restaurant weekCharleston restaurant week 2012<p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/oZHw00ZO0FYPX-zCR15wHJoP7uQ/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/oZHw00ZO0FYPX-zCR15wHJoP7uQ/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/oZHw00ZO0FYPX-zCR15wHJoP7uQ/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/oZHw00ZO0FYPX-zCR15wHJoP7uQ/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><b style="line-height: 14px;"><span style="font-size: large;">I Really Wanted To Like It, But........</span></b><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cVmUtl16LKM/TxNHESyXCiI/AAAAAAAABZc/SDwiAtsTcXg/s1600/lana-restaurant-charleston.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cVmUtl16LKM/TxNHESyXCiI/AAAAAAAABZc/SDwiAtsTcXg/s200/lana-restaurant-charleston.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">When we first moved here a few years back one of my fondest memories was the dinner celebration we had after we closed on our house. &nbsp;Our realtor and his wife took us to Lana for dinner for what I must say was a very memorable meal. It's funny to think that we've never been back so when restaurant week came around we decided to make that one of our first stops.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">From the get go, I should have spoken up.&nbsp; In what was a veritable empty restaurant we were sat at a tiny two-top along a very long banquette of other tables.&nbsp; Unfortunately, I didn’t.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">As we started to look over our menu options imagine my surprise when the very NEXT table was sat <u>directly</u> next to us, and almost on top of us.&nbsp; Really?&nbsp; The mom and daughter from New Jersey were very nice, but because the acoustics in the restaurant weren’t great, with such a small crowd we felt like we had to whisper through our meal.&nbsp; Hardly a pleasant experience and unfortunately, it goes south rather quickly.<span style="font-size: x-small;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">Fresh bread with olive oil was quickly delivered to the table.&nbsp; The bread was warm and house made, we thought that this would be another great Lana meal. Not so much with the great meal.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">Our first course was by far our best.&nbsp; The Gnocchi Abruzzese, again house made, were piping hot, fluffy and topped with a spicy lamb and tomato ragu.&nbsp; The Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Eggplant Caponata Salsa Verde defied adjectives and I thoroughly enjoyed it - now on to our entrees.&nbsp; <span style="font-size: x-small;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7vN4TeW3fpA/TxNIPVw-4kI/AAAAAAAABZk/KTRcs9Lo-98/s1600/Gnocchi.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7vN4TeW3fpA/TxNIPVw-4kI/AAAAAAAABZk/KTRcs9Lo-98/s640/Gnocchi.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 14px; text-align: -webkit-auto;">&nbsp;Gnocchi Abruzzese</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WCdmn3_S4sE/TxNIRXHP0JI/AAAAAAAABaM/KpRv9bQZU1Y/s1600/Spicy+Shrimp.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WCdmn3_S4sE/TxNIRXHP0JI/AAAAAAAABaM/KpRv9bQZU1Y/s400/Spicy+Shrimp.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 14px; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Eggplant Caponata Salsa Verde</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><span style="line-height: 14px;"><br /> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">My Pan Roasted Local Fish (Tile Fish), Fennel Tomatoes, Squash, Zucchini, Local Potatoes and Shrimp and Saffron broth was just okay. Although the fish was cooked very nicely, the items that accompanied the fish were cold.&nbsp; When we flagged someone down to get a warmer version, they were happy to help but the “redo” was tepid at best. Unfortunately this was the better of the two meals.<span style="font-size: x-small;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7AcAsq7zPVA/TxNIcFWPCmI/AAAAAAAABaw/p9wPgIbO0fo/s1600/Tile+FIsh.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7AcAsq7zPVA/TxNIcFWPCmI/AAAAAAAABaw/p9wPgIbO0fo/s640/Tile+FIsh.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 14px; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Pan Roasted Local Fish</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">The Crispy Pork Confit Mepkin with Abbey Oyster Mushrooms, Braised Greens and a Balsamic Agrodolce looked like three small pieces of Jimmy Dean’s breakfast sausage, so charred that we thought this must be a mistake.&nbsp; Not only was pork confit charred the dish itself was doused in a balsamic reduction that overpowered the meal.</span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NoovU0qfAEg/TxNIQLSrAmI/AAAAAAAABZ0/oyKXjMDayp4/s1600/Pork+Confit.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NoovU0qfAEg/TxNIQLSrAmI/AAAAAAAABZ0/oyKXjMDayp4/s640/Pork+Confit.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 14px; text-align: -webkit-auto;">&nbsp;Crispy Pork Confit Mepkin</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">As patient as my husband is in matters like this, he did call our mystery-man server (since we hadn't seen him for most of the meal and he never&nbsp;</span><span style="line-height: 14px;">introduced</span><span style="line-height: 115%;">&nbsp;himself) over and ask him if this was the correct&nbsp;</span><span style="line-height: 14px;">preparation</span><span style="line-height: 115%;">&nbsp;of the dish. &nbsp;Our server explained the prepping of the dish and said, “Yes sir, this is the way it’s made. The pork is seared off. ”&nbsp; Not being able to contain myself I said, “Charred?” to which he replied “Yes Mam”.&nbsp;</span></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9iQyHB078uo/TxNIQqmkNXI/AAAAAAAABZ8/qA7LRuxXFEo/s1600/Pork+Overdone.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9iQyHB078uo/TxNIQqmkNXI/AAAAAAAABZ8/qA7LRuxXFEo/s640/Pork+Overdone.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Crispy might be an understatement...</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">Our desserts were also sad. The Orange Vanilla Risotto Pudding with Cinnamon Spiced Pecan was terrible.&nbsp; The “pudding” was more like a milky concoction with nuts floating in it that was way too sweet. My Lemon Olive Oil Cake with Warm Berry Compote was attractive, but over baked and very dry.</span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JeaBFvcDt1s/TxNIRG7gSoI/AAAAAAAABaE/0y9LcnFUEb4/s1600/Pudding+Vanilla.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JeaBFvcDt1s/TxNIRG7gSoI/AAAAAAAABaE/0y9LcnFUEb4/s640/Pudding+Vanilla.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 14px; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Orange Vanilla Risotto Pudding</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OjB3KKgI8sA/TxNIRwC5dhI/AAAAAAAABaU/UYl3ub0d3Zg/s1600/cake.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OjB3KKgI8sA/TxNIRwC5dhI/AAAAAAAABaU/UYl3ub0d3Zg/s640/cake.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 14px; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Lemon Olive Oil Cake</span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">I love Restaurant Week and the opportunity it provides everyone to visit restaurants they may not normally visit since the prices are so reasonable.&nbsp; However, if you’re a restaurant, and you’re going to participate, you should be better prepared than Lana was for our dining experience this past Saturday.&nbsp;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><br /> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BX2moP5JB9I/TW04uxgTDgI/AAAAAAAAAf4/42RRYQpHsM0/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; 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text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-F2ZQ6uE_GuA/TxBf3t4zfaI/AAAAAAAABYQ/A6qj1OT99hA/s1600/diningroom.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-F2ZQ6uE_GuA/TxBf3t4zfaI/AAAAAAAABYQ/A6qj1OT99hA/s200/diningroom.png" width="150" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">When I started to write about Charleston restaurants I wanted to find a few “hidden gems” in the area.&nbsp; I believe that I’ve just found one…<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We began our “Charleston Restaurant Week” adventure at The Library Restaurant at the Vendue Inn.&nbsp; We’ve not eaten here before and the menu looked intriguing.&nbsp; Not knowing much about the Inn we really didn’t know what to expect.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">When we entered the restaurant we were greeted by an upbeat hostess and immediately seated.&nbsp; The restaurant itself is tiny, seating barely 30 patrons, but it’s without a question worth the trip.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We looked over both the regular and <a href="http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/2011/12/charleston-restaurant-week-january-12.html" target="_blank">Restaurant Week</a> menu and landed on the Restaurant Week choices.&nbsp; Not only did they look like a good deal but they were spot on for our palette!<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">For starters we were served a small demitasse cup of squash bisque.&nbsp; This was totally unexpected and simply delightful.&nbsp; This was then accompanied by a just-from-the-oven fresh, hot rosemary popover served with cinnamon butter. It was incredible.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XFVD_C9g2DY/TxBgPIK47fI/AAAAAAAABYY/KN64F3dRHgQ/s1600/squash+starter.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XFVD_C9g2DY/TxBgPIK47fI/AAAAAAAABYY/KN64F3dRHgQ/s400/squash+starter.png" width="376" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Squash Bisque</td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uTm5loVrUGo/TxBgQLtKKbI/AAAAAAAABYg/Z6vmzsMMmcY/s1600/rosemary+popover.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="235" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uTm5loVrUGo/TxBgQLtKKbI/AAAAAAAABYg/Z6vmzsMMmcY/s400/rosemary+popover.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rosemary Popover With Cinnamon Butter</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">For our first course we decided to each order a different menu selection and share them.&nbsp; Once they arrived however, there wasn’t much sharing in the offing.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Burratta, (homemade mozzarella stuffed with ricotta cheese) and artichoke salad was, like the other items we were about to receive, a nice surprise.&nbsp; Faux caviar consisting of balsamic and pomegranate gel dotted the cheese and both the presentation and taste were outstanding.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Duck Confit in Chive Crepe was an interesting combo of culinary delights.&nbsp; The crepe was light, airy and incredibly flavorful. The duck itself… forget about it, it was great.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Kzg8E_eKiBo/TxBgRXCmCGI/AAAAAAAABYk/38bhXOi76Rg/s1600/Burratta+and+Artichoke+Salad.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="380" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Kzg8E_eKiBo/TxBgRXCmCGI/AAAAAAAABYk/38bhXOi76Rg/s640/Burratta+and+Artichoke+Salad.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Burratta and Artichoke Salad</span></td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RI4u4OOD9OI/TxBgSKRIgCI/AAAAAAAABYw/V2C1k5lD2FY/s1600/Duck+Confit.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="316" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RI4u4OOD9OI/TxBgSKRIgCI/AAAAAAAABYw/V2C1k5lD2FY/s640/Duck+Confit.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Duck Confit Crepe</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">How was it that I had never heard of this place before? I have to admit that I was less than impressed with the ambiance of the restaurant itself and after being seated did not expect the many tasteful surprises we received.&nbsp; The chef himself delivered many of the dishes and if he didn’t deliver your dish, he stopped the table to make sure everything was to your liking.&nbsp; What chef does this anymore?</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Our dinner entrees arrived quickly and looked amazing.&nbsp; The Beef Cheek Bourguignon – Beef Cheeks braised in Red Wine, Root Vegetables, Sweet Potato Gnocchi, En Croute was stellar.&nbsp; The Beef Cheeks were incredibly tender and flavorful.&nbsp; The presentation of the “En Croute” was a small piece of lightly baked pastry that garnished the dish.&nbsp; The Gnocchi were enough to rave about.&nbsp; I could hardly wait to try my dish!<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WfPZMVTh8mc/TxBgTZNkMyI/AAAAAAAABY4/D54iPPm2fQ0/s1600/beef+cheek.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WfPZMVTh8mc/TxBgTZNkMyI/AAAAAAAABY4/D54iPPm2fQ0/s640/beef+cheek.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beef Creek Bourguignon</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Veal Braciola is one of my all time, favorite entrees.&nbsp; I rarely see it offered and jumped at the chance to order it.&nbsp; Unfortunately, I was disappointed.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Braciola itself was overdone and not really edible.&nbsp; The House Made Pepper Pasta was starchy, sticky and salty. The Wild Mushroom Bolognese may have been missing, since the pasta was served plain.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-G_xMLsTRr78/TxBgUiN3CqI/AAAAAAAABZA/zxslpcfRnJA/s1600/veal++Braciol.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-G_xMLsTRr78/TxBgUiN3CqI/AAAAAAAABZA/zxslpcfRnJA/s640/veal++Braciol.png" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Veal Braciola</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">To the chef’s credit he did stop by when our dishes were served and asked if everything was to our liking.&nbsp; Since I&nbsp;hadn't&nbsp;tried my entre by then it was actually too soon to respond, so we&nbsp;didn't&nbsp;have a chance to say anything, or ask for something else.</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Although our food was really very good (with the exception of my veal), our service was spotty at best.&nbsp; There was a very large table of about 18 people in the bar area that kept the two servers for the dining room very busy.&nbsp; Our server came to check on us after my husband had finished his meal and mine remained almost untouched. We mentioned that the chef might want to know about our situation for the next round of customers, but I remained a tad hungry.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">I am happy to say that our meal closed with a bang.&nbsp; The Brulee Du Jour was a pistachio brulee that was quickly consumed and appreciated.&nbsp; The Jelly Donuts with Strawberry Champagne Jelly were light and rolled in just the right amount of sugar.&nbsp; The champagne jelly was a tad overpowering, so we stuck to the Beignets and were happy we did.<o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GDEFmreRrEA/TxBgV23e0vI/AAAAAAAABZI/xCAo0G6lJEE/s1600/jelly+doughnuts.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="368" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GDEFmreRrEA/TxBgV23e0vI/AAAAAAAABZI/xCAo0G6lJEE/s640/jelly+doughnuts.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jelly Doughnuts</td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_4wEqyvpD-s/TxBgW8og26I/AAAAAAAABZQ/TZtgZ7cyFjQ/s1600/Pistachio+Brulee.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_4wEqyvpD-s/TxBgW8og26I/AAAAAAAABZQ/TZtgZ7cyFjQ/s640/Pistachio+Brulee.png" width="556" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pistachio Brulee</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Restaurant Week is a great opportunity to try new places and find your own hidden gem.&nbsp; We’re glad that we did!&nbsp; On to our next adventure this evening at Lana!</div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">PS.&nbsp; The Library Restaurant is offering a wine pairing to accompany each course for an additional $25.00 and the wine pours are generous.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kITHjfjBBl8/TNQk__co_NI/AAAAAAAAASQ/OSBqGJ_ldWA/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kITHjfjBBl8/TNQk__co_NI/AAAAAAAAASQ/OSBqGJ_ldWA/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kITHjfjBBl8/TNQk__co_NI/AAAAAAAAASQ/OSBqGJ_ldWA/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kITHjfjBBl8/TNQk__co_NI/AAAAAAAAASQ/OSBqGJ_ldWA/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kITHjfjBBl8/TNQk__co_NI/AAAAAAAAASQ/OSBqGJ_ldWA/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We gave The Library Restaurant at Vendue Inn <a href="http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/p/dac-rating-system.html" target="_blank">&nbsp;4 out of a possible 5 plates.&nbsp;</a><br /> <br /> <br /> </div><a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/61/660630/restaurant/Peninsular-Charleston/Library-Restaurant-at-Vendue-Inn-Charleston"><img alt="Library Restaurant at Vendue Inn on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/link/660630/biglink.gif" style="border: none; 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PleasantreviewsMt Pleasant restaurantsrestaurants SCrestaurant review5 platesreviewgreek<p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/IEkYEtYRqDP0DUrmcJetLj77Uw0/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/IEkYEtYRqDP0DUrmcJetLj77Uw0/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/IEkYEtYRqDP0DUrmcJetLj77Uw0/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/IEkYEtYRqDP0DUrmcJetLj77Uw0/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><span style="font-size: large;">A Little Slice Of Zuzu Heaven.</span><br /> <div class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></div><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--RiAglI6NcY/Tv3PsJAXApI/AAAAAAAABVY/Sf-7lr0i0ys/s1600/entrance+papa+zuzus.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--RiAglI6NcY/Tv3PsJAXApI/AAAAAAAABVY/Sf-7lr0i0ys/s200/entrance+papa+zuzus.JPG" width="149" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">During a recent holiday get together one of the revelers mentioned that Papa Zuzu’s was a great place to get sandwiches or salads and that their food was, “incredibly fresh”.&nbsp; It peaked our interest, so we decided to give it a try.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Papa Zuzu’s is located in a small strip center on Coleman Boulevard.&nbsp; If you blink you would just about miss it.&nbsp; Judging by the lunch crowd this place is on many a person’s favorites list.&nbsp; I was surprised to see that the restaurant has been recognized by the Travel Channel as one of the “Top 5 Good Eats in Charleston”.&nbsp; Who knew?<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Seating (indoor and outside), will accommodate about 50 people.&nbsp; I would recommend getting there early however, when we arrived the place was packed.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mvwBbseF2vw/Tv3QgEdHTMI/AAAAAAAABWE/R4I-O-l31y4/s1600/inside+papa+zuzus.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mvwBbseF2vw/Tv3QgEdHTMI/AAAAAAAABWE/R4I-O-l31y4/s200/inside+papa+zuzus.JPG" width="149" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Inside Papa Zuzu's</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Papa Zuzu’s defines a “mom and pop” restaurant.&nbsp; “Pop” toiled away in the kitchen as a one-man band making all of the menu items to order.&nbsp; “Mom” works the evening shifts.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Since the only seats left when we arrived were at their small bar area I was able to observe the kitchen with a bird’s eye view.&nbsp; I was stunned to see that EVERY single order was prepared fresh. Nothing was prepped ahead of time.&nbsp; Tomatoes, Feta cheese, cucumbers, chicken, you name it, was all cut to order.&nbsp; I can’t see how this helps the efficiency of the lunch flow or costs for that matter, but you can’t argue with freshness.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The menu is quite large and predominately Greek.&nbsp; A small twist is their grilled pizzas, but they too have a Greek slant.&nbsp; Not being a huge fan of Greek food I stuck to a chicken, fruit and walnut salad and my husband chose Zuzu’s Signature beef and lamb Gyro.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Be prepared to wait a bit for your lunch since it is prepared to order, ours took close to 20 minutes, but it was without a question, worth the wait.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QGpB9g-RwpQ/Tv3QrHYyRhI/AAAAAAAABWQ/i0zNhACnzNg/s1600/fruit+and+chicken+salad.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QGpB9g-RwpQ/Tv3QrHYyRhI/AAAAAAAABWQ/i0zNhACnzNg/s640/fruit+and+chicken+salad.JPG" width="478" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">chicken, fruit and walnut salad</span></span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gYJEEG7iTyI/Tv3QsvDmGzI/AAAAAAAABWY/pGK8uAee6XM/s1600/signature+gyro.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gYJEEG7iTyI/Tv3QsvDmGzI/AAAAAAAABWY/pGK8uAee6XM/s640/signature+gyro.JPG" width="478" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Signature Gyro</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">When our lunch arrived, my salad ($9.95) was huge!&nbsp; It was so big that ½ of it became dinner that night.&nbsp; Large slices of fresh Feta, sundried grape tomatoes, chicken, and mandarin oranges filled the plate.&nbsp; The nice thing about the salad was it was also very lightly dressed with a raspberry vinaigrette dressing.&nbsp; It was fresh and fabulous.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5LEY7-EJDow/Tv3RBSgjkoI/AAAAAAAABWk/t4KPSrjYuA0/s1600/tomato+window.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5LEY7-EJDow/Tv3RBSgjkoI/AAAAAAAABWk/t4KPSrjYuA0/s200/tomato+window.JPG" width="149" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tomatoes Ripen In The Window</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The Gyro was a big win as well.&nbsp; Served with fresh lettuce, chopped vine ripe tomatoes and grilled onions it was topped with house-made Tzatziki sauce (dill, garlic, lemon juice and yogurt made by a Greek goat farmer that they use), and it was served with a fresh cucumber salad.&nbsp; The beef/lamb combo was tender and very tasty.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Speaking of tomatoes, one of the restaurant’s signature items are the tomatoes that are stored on shelves in the front window.&nbsp; It’s the restaurant’s way of insuring that tomatoes are used when they are perfectly ripe.&nbsp; The owner rotates them to ensure that they all are getting just the right amount of sunlight.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Roll all of these ingredients together, blend them with the freshness and you’ve got a great lunch. We’ll no doubt be back soon.<o:p></o:p><br /> <br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kITHjfjBBl8/TNQk__co_NI/AAAAAAAAASQ/OSBqGJ_ldWA/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kITHjfjBBl8/TNQk__co_NI/AAAAAAAAASQ/OSBqGJ_ldWA/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kITHjfjBBl8/TNQk__co_NI/AAAAAAAAASQ/OSBqGJ_ldWA/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kITHjfjBBl8/TNQk__co_NI/AAAAAAAAASQ/OSBqGJ_ldWA/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kITHjfjBBl8/TNQk__co_NI/AAAAAAAAASQ/OSBqGJ_ldWA/s1600/plate+button+small.png" />&nbsp; We gave Papa Zuzu's <a href="http://diningaroundcharleston/p/dac-rating-system.html" target="_blank">5 out of a possible 5 plates.</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Charleston Restaurant Week Is Right Around The Corner!</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/crw/crw.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="195" src="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/crw/crw.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Calibri&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 130%; mso-bidi-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">January 12 through January 22 marks the 5^th installment of Charleston Restaurant Week. &nbsp;The event is executed locally by the Charleston Restaurant Association (CRA) and is part of the statewide Restaurant Week South Carolina which is sponsored by the South Carolina Hospitality Association.&nbsp; As members release their Restaurant Week menus, they will be available to view on the CRA’s website. Currently there are over 100 restaurants participating and more menus are being released every day. Diners can also use the website to book reservations at some of the restaurants or contact the restaurants directly.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Calibri&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 130%; mso-bidi-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Calibri&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 130%; mso-bidi-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Below are the list of participating restaurants. &nbsp;Thanks to <a href="http://charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/">Charleston Restaurant Association</a> for providing this info.&nbsp;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Calibri&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 130%; mso-bidi-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 130%;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 22.5pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-outline-level: 1; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #372819; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 22.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt;">3 for $20<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">AW Shucks Seafood Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/awshucks3for20.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.a-w-shucks.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Caliente Lowcountry Mexican<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.calientecharleston.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Charleston Crab House<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestoncrabhouse.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Firewater Grille<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.thefirewatergrille.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Fish Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.fishrestaurantcharleston.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Fuji Sushi Bar and Grill<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.fujisushibarandgrill.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Gilligan’s Seafood Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.gilligans.net/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Grindz Burgers &amp; Brew<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.grindzburgersbrew.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Hyman’s Seafood<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.hymanseafood.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Iacofano’s Italian Bistro &amp; Bar<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.iacofanos.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">J. Paulz<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/jpaulz3for201.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.jpaulz.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Juanita Greenberg’s Mt. Pleasant (2 people for $20)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.juanitagreenbergs.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Locklear’s Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.locklearsrestaurant.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Noisy Oyster Seafood Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.noisyoysterseafood.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">North Towne Grill and Seafood<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/northtowne3for20.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.northtownegrill.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Old Towne Grill and Seafood<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/oldetowne3for20.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a><!--[if gte vml 1]><v:shapetype id="_x0000_t75" coordsize="21600,21600" o:spt="75" o:preferrelative="t" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" filled="f" stroked="f"> <v:stroke joinstyle="miter"/> <v:formulas> <v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"/> <v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0"/> <v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"/> <v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2"/> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"/> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"/> <v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1"/> <v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2"/> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth"/> <v:f eqn="sum @8 21600 0"/> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelHeight"/> <v:f eqn="sum @10 21600 0"/> </v:formulas> <v:path o:extrusionok="f" gradientshapeok="t" o:connecttype="rect"/> <o:lock v:ext="edit" aspectratio="t"/> </v:shapetype><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_69" o:spid="_x0000_i1030" type="#_x0000_t75" alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" style='width:1.8pt;height:5.4pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'> <v:imagedata src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image001.gif" o:title="divider_discount"/> </v:shape><![endif]--><!--[if !vml]--><img alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" border="0" height="9" src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image002.png" v:shapes="Picture_x0020_69" width="3" /><!--[endif]--><a href="http://www.oldtownerestaurant.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Queen Anne’s Revenge<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.qarevenge.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Southend Brewery<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=50002&amp;d=9/8/2010+7:30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.southendbrewery.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Sunfire Grill<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=13330&amp;d=9/8/2010+7:30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a><!--[if gte vml 1]><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_67" o:spid="_x0000_i1029" type="#_x0000_t75" alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" style='width:1.8pt;height:5.4pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'> <v:imagedata src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image001.gif" o:title="divider_discount"/> </v:shape><![endif]--><!--[if !vml]--><img alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" border="0" height="9" src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image002.png" v:shapes="Picture_x0020_67" width="3" /><!--[endif]--><a href="http://www.sunfiregrill.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Swamp Fox Restaurant &amp; Bar – Historic Francis Marion Hotel<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.francismarionhotel.com/dining.htm" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Tabbuli<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.tabbuligrill.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Toast!<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.toastofcharleston.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Tommy Condons<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; 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margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/tsunami3for20.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.tsunamicompany.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Vespa Pizzeria<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://vespapizzeria.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Virginia’s On King<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.virginiasonking.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Wild Wing Cafe – Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant (2 people for $20)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.wildwingcafe.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Wild Wing Cafe – Market at Oakland, Mt. Pleasant (2 people for $20)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.wildwingcafe.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Wild Wing Cafe – Market Street (2 people for $20)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.wildwingcafe.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Wild Wing Cafe – North Charleston (2 people for $20)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.wildwingcafe.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Yokoso Japanese Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/yokoso3for202.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.yokosocompany.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Zeus Grill and Seafood<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/zeus3for20.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a><!--[if gte vml 1]><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_63" o:spid="_x0000_i1028" type="#_x0000_t75" alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" style='width:1.8pt;height:5.4pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'> <v:imagedata src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image001.gif" o:title="divider_discount"/> </v:shape><![endif]--><!--[if !vml]--><img alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" border="0" height="9" src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image002.png" v:shapes="Picture_x0020_63" width="3" /><!--[endif]--><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;"><a href="http://www.zeusgrillandseafood.com/" target="_new">Visit Website</a></span><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 22.5pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-outline-level: 1; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #372819; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 22.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt;">3 for $30<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">17 North Roadside Kitchen<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/opentables.aspx?t=rest&amp;r=37885&amp;m=91&amp;p=2&amp;d=8/4/2011%207:00:00%20PM&amp;scpref=110" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a><!--[if gte vml 1]><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_62" o:spid="_x0000_i1027" type="#_x0000_t75" alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" style='width:1.8pt;height:5.4pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'> <v:imagedata src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image001.gif" o:title="divider_discount"/> </v:shape><![endif]--><!--[if !vml]--><img alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" border="0" height="9" src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image002.png" v:shapes="Picture_x0020_62" width="3" /><!--[endif]--><a href="http://www.roadsidekitchens.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">39 Rue de Jean<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.39ruedejean.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">82 Queen<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/82queen3for302.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=16522&amp;d=9%2f7%2f2011+7%3a00+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.82queen.com/home/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Amen Street Fish &amp; Raw Bar<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=49999&amp;d=9/8/2010+7:30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://amenstreet.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Anson Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.ansonrestaurant.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; 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<a href="http://www.bambudining.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Barbadoes Room at The Mills House Hotel<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.millshouse.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Blossom<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=1774&amp;d=9/8/2010+7:30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.magnolias-blossom-cypress.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Blu Restaurant &amp; Bar<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.blufollybeach.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Bocci’s Italian Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/boccis3for30.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.boccis.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Chai’s Lounge<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.eatatchais.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Circa 1886<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.circa1886.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Coast Bar &amp; Grill<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.coastbarandgrill.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Cork Neighborhood Bistro<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.corkbistro.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Cypress<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=1775&amp;d=9/8/2010+7:30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.magnolias-blossom-cypress.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Eagle’s Nest Pub @ RiverTowne Country Club<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.rivertownecountryclub.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Eurasia Wine Bar &amp; Cafe<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; 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color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a><!--[if gte vml 1]><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_54" o:spid="_x0000_i1026" type="#_x0000_t75" alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" style='width:1.8pt;height:5.4pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'> <v:imagedata src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image001.gif" o:title="divider_discount"/> </v:shape><![endif]--><!--[if !vml]--><img alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" border="0" height="9" src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image002.png" v:shapes="Picture_x0020_54" width="3" /><!--[endif]--><a href="http://www.opentable.com/fat-hen-reservations-johns-island?rid=22345&amp;restref=22345" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.thefathen.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Fleet Landing<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.fleetlanding.net/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; 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padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Mercato Italian Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/mercato-reservations-charleston?rid=6876&amp;restref=6876" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.mercatocharleston.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; 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margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">O-Ku<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/oku3for30.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=42955&amp;d=9/8/2010+7:30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; 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color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=4574&amp;d=9%2f8%2f2010+7%3a30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.oaksteakhouserestaurant.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Old Village Post House<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=5053&amp;d=9/8/2010+7:30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.oldvillageposthouse.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Opal Restaurant and Bar<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/opentables.aspx?t=rest&amp;r=66859&amp;m=91&amp;p=2&amp;d=9/7/2011%207:00:00%20PM&amp;scpref=110" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.opaldininggroup.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Osteria La Bottiglia<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://osterialabottiglia.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Poogan’s Porch<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/poogans3for30.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=25687&amp;d=9%2f8%2f2010+7%3a30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.poogansporch.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Red Drum Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/red-drum-restaurant-and-bar?ref=8578&amp;scpref=106&amp;d=2011-09-07+19%3a00" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.reddrumrestaurant.com/" target="_new"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Red’s Ice House John’s Island (2 people for $30)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.redsicehouse.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Red’s Ice House Shem Creek (2 people for $30)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.redsicehouse.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Roadside Kitchens<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/opentables.aspx?t=rest&amp;r=63319&amp;m=91&amp;p=2&amp;d=8/22/2011%207:00:00%20PM&amp;scpref=110" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.roadsidekitchens.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Saffire Restaurant at Charleston Marriott<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=19732&amp;d=9%2f8%2f2010+7%3a30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/chsmc-charleston-marriott/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Shem Creek Bar and Grill<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/shemcreek3for30.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="http://www.shemcreekbarandgrill.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Slightly North of Broad<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=5069&amp;d=9/8/2010+7:30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.slightlynorthofbroad.net/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Social Restaurant + Wine Bar<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/social3for301.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=25690&amp;d=9%2f8%2f2010+7%3a30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="http://www.socialwinebar.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">The Atlantic Room at the Ocean Course<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/atlanticroom3for30.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.kiawahresort.com/dining/atlantic-room.php" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">The Boathouse at Breach Inlet<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/boathouse3for30.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=6290&amp;d=9/8/2010+7:30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.boathouserestaurants.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">The Jasmine Porch at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/jasmine3for30.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.kiawahresort.com/dining/jasmine-porch.php" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">The Library Restaurant at Vendue Inn<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/library3for30.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=10705&amp;d=9/8/2010+7:30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.vendueinn.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">The Macintosh<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/macintosh-reservations-charleston?restref=70633" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.themacintoshrestaurant.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">The Palm Tree Grille @ The Embassy Suites<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://embassysuites1.hilton.com/en_US/es/hotel/CHSEMES-Embassy-Suites-North-Charleston-Airport-Hotel-Convention-South-Carolina/dining.do;jsessionid=13AC63626AF38912CF2F30ED4552BFFB.etc72#1" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Tomasso at Turtle Point<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/tomasso3for30.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.kiawahresort.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Trattoria Lucca<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.luccacharleston.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Two Keys Tavern<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Wentworth Grill<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;"><a href="http://www.wentworthgrill.com/" target="_new">Visit Website</a></span><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><b style="line-height: 22.5pt;"><span style="color: #372819; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 22.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt;">3 for $40</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Carolina’s<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://carolinasrestaurant.bluekeyinc.com/reservations.php" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.carolinasrestaurant.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Charleston Grill<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/charleston-grill-reservations-charleston?rid=3227&amp;restref=3227" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.charlestongrill.com/?#home" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Grill 225<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.grill225.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Hall’s Chophouse<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=28387&amp;d=9%2f8%2f2010+7%3a30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://hallschophouse.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Hank’s Seafood Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/hanks3for40.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.opentable.com/hanks-seafood-restaurant-reservations-charleston?rid=6810&amp;restref=6810" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://hanksseafoodrestaurant.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Langdon’s Restaurant and Wine Bar<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/opentables.aspx?m=91&amp;p=2&amp;d=9/7/2011%207:00:00%20PM&amp;r=5925&amp;t=rest&amp;rp=opentables.aspx" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.langdonsrestaurant.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">McCrady’s Restaurant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=3751&amp;d=9%2f8%2f2010+7%3a30+PM&amp;ref=8581" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.mccradysrestaurant.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Peninsula Grill<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/peninsulagrill3for401.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Menu</span></a><!--[if gte vml 1]><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_15" o:spid="_x0000_i1025" type="#_x0000_t75" alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" style='width:1.8pt;height:5.4pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'> <v:imagedata src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image001.gif" o:title="divider_discount"/> </v:shape><![endif]--><!--[if !vml]--><img alt="Description: http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/themes/cra/images/layout/divider_discount.gif" border="0" height="9" src="file:///C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image002.png" v:shapes="Picture_x0020_15" width="3" /><!--[endif]--><a href="http://www.opentable.com/peninsula-grill-reservations-charleston?rid=6808&amp;restref=6808" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reserve a Table</span></a>&nbsp; <a href="http://www.peninsulagrill.com/" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #d48423; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Visit Website</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 3; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #644f3a; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">The Ocean Room at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.5pt; margin-bottom: 7.5pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 9.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><a href="http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/oceanroom3for40.pdf" target="_new"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; 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text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8jxpaeR7Hr4/Tvn5H_ILEqI/AAAAAAAABUk/MgpzkC1peRg/s1600/inside.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8jxpaeR7Hr4/Tvn5H_ILEqI/AAAAAAAABUk/MgpzkC1peRg/s320/inside.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><b style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;">It May Be A Good Breakfast Place, But For Now Skip Lunch.</b><br /> <div class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Other than the fact that Eli’s Table used to be Joseph’s and their breakfast was said to be pretty good I knew very little about Eli’s Table.&nbsp; So off we went for a lunch adventure.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We were quickly greeted and seated.&nbsp; Although we dodged a lot of foot traffic on Queen Street from patrons headed to Husk, we were the only diners at Eli’s Table.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Eli’s is owned by Charleston Hospitality Group, no strangers to the Charleston restaurant scene with other restaurants that include Toast, Tabbuli and Market Street Saloon, just to name a few. Eli’s currently serves breakfast, brunch and lunch and has plans to serve dinner in the near future.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">We were quickly greeted by our server and she asked where we were from.&nbsp; When we said we were residents she asked us if we had ever been to the restaurant when it was Joseph’s. We said that we had not.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">She went on to say that the present owners kept “everything the same”.&nbsp; Some of the menu items may have been tweaked a bit, but the names of each of the items (most named after historical figures), all remained the same. (It was at this point I wondered why Joseph’s closed, but then again, in a way, Joseph’s remained intact.)<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9Ss9L3kOShc/Tvn8pF14f4I/AAAAAAAABUw/AVlo1OTaACI/s1600/personalities.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9Ss9L3kOShc/Tvn8pF14f4I/AAAAAAAABUw/AVlo1OTaACI/s320/personalities.JPG" width="240" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Personalities</td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Although you could argue that the names of the menu items are creative, they had very little to do with South Carolina, or Charleston, for that matter. Seated at a table beneath a drawing of Abigail Adams we remembered that we had just moved from a town that was very close to where John Quincy and Abigail Adams are buried in Massachusetts, in general the “creativity” of the menu made no sense to me…&nbsp; Be that as it may, we proceeded to place our order.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-top: 12.0pt;">I ordered a Henry Watkins Allen which was a combo of corned beef, Swiss cheese (although I substituted Cheddar), sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing on grilled rye.&nbsp; My husband quickly selected the King George III, which came highly recommended, and was a 4 oz. filet mignon with melted brie and German mustard on a toasted English muffin. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">From the “Personalities” table tent we were able to find out that my sandwich “personality” was a Confederate General in the American Civil War and King George III was the King of Great Britain during the American War for Independence.&nbsp; Okay, a bit interesting, but that’s about it.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Our lunch was served quickly. The French Fries on my dish were served piping hot, and were crispy as could be.&nbsp; The server later said that she “loved the fries” here and I have to agree.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">The rest of the meal though, was easily forgettable. My sandwich was so soggy from the poorly drained sauerkraut that I had to eat it with a knife and fork.&nbsp; The “corned beef” looked like bits of dried out bacon and if there was cheddar cheese on the sandwich I couldn’t locate it. <o:p></o:p></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-h2GeqgtZdX0/Tvn8z3q4DjI/AAAAAAAABU8/FD7RGOaF6Sc/s1600/Watkins.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-h2GeqgtZdX0/Tvn8z3q4DjI/AAAAAAAABU8/FD7RGOaF6Sc/s640/Watkins.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Henry Watkins Allen</span></span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-evwj31CrG1s/Tvn81R2bRaI/AAAAAAAABVE/1RAeSOoyR88/s1600/King+George.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-evwj31CrG1s/Tvn81R2bRaI/AAAAAAAABVE/1RAeSOoyR88/s640/King+George.JPG" width="480" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">King George III</span></span> </td></tr> </tbody></table><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-size: 7px;"><br /> </span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">My husband’s sandwich was also a big disappointment.&nbsp; His tiny piece of filet was served well done versus medium, as he requested.&nbsp; &nbsp;Both sandwiches lacked flavor except for the mustard they were topped with.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">As my husband tried his potato salad he made a face and said, “Here taste this.” I was quickly reminded of my grammar school days when a friend might say, “Does this taste bad to you?” and make you taste something.&nbsp; However this wasn’t the case.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">It’s not that the potato salad tasted bad, but it literally had no taste to it – no seasoning, nothing, zero, zip. We both decided to pass on it. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Although our server was very pleasant and attentive we decided not to send either of our lunches back for a redo.&nbsp; Since we were the ONLY table in the restaurant when we ordered it’s not like the kitchen was distracted when they made our lunch and we thought our chances of getting any improved items were slim. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">As we limped through lunch our server dropped off our check midway through the meal.&nbsp; Did she just assume that we didn’t want coffee or dessert after our meal?&nbsp; I found this to be very annoying. &nbsp;It’s not like she was busy and this step should have waited until we were finished.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Since everyone that has written about Eli’s references their great breakfasts we’ll give them another try for breakfast.&nbsp; Maybe that’s where they really shine.<o:p></o:p><br /> <br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-s9Ed8OyW_-Y/Tc2Ujkxv0gI/AAAAAAAAAmw/ArpneYSgFy0/s1600/plate+button+small.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-s9Ed8OyW_-Y/Tc2Ujkxv0gI/AAAAAAAAAmw/ArpneYSgFy0/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-s9Ed8OyW_-Y/Tc2Ujkxv0gI/AAAAAAAAAmw/ArpneYSgFy0/s1600/plate+button+small.png" /></a></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /> </div>We gave Eli's Table <a href="http://www.diningaroundcharleston.com/p/dac-rating-system.html">2 out of a possible 5 plates.&nbsp;</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/61/1624084/restaurant/Peninsular-Charleston/Elis-Table-Charleston"><img alt="Eli's Table on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/link/1624084/biglink.gif" style="border: none; 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text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QCQQsMoMD2M/TvSVyx_jZuI/AAAAAAAABUA/SUYVPzIM034/s1600/reds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QCQQsMoMD2M/TvSVyx_jZuI/AAAAAAAABUA/SUYVPzIM034/s1600/reds.jpg" /></a></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><b><u><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 18.0pt;"><br /> </span></u></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><b><u><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 18.0pt;">Red’s Ice House 3-2-1 New Year’s Bash<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 14.0pt;">Three Bands, Two Buildings, One Creek for the all-inclusive event<o:p></o:p></span></i></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11.0pt;">Mount Pleasant, SC </span></b><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11.0pt;">&nbsp;--- Bring in the New Year with Red’s Ice House’s all-inclusive New Year’s Bash, Saturday, December 31, 2011. &nbsp;Red’s Ice House will host its eighth event on the Creek alongside The Lighthouse for a night full of music and fun.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11.0pt;">The 3-2-1 event will include three bands: Dave Landeo, Homemade Wine and The Secrets, which will all perform throughout the night.&nbsp; Cost for the event is $80 per person and includes admission, house liquor and wine, domestic beer, party favors, a food buffet and a champagne toast at midnight.&nbsp; With both buildings being a part of the event, there will be plenty of space inside and outside on the heated deck.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; 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