South Carolina has carved out a surprising reputation for fantastic Italian cooking, and locals know exactly which tables to claim before everyone else does.
From Charleston to Myrtle Beach, certain Italian spots fill up so fast that waiting until the last minute means watching other people enjoy your dream dinner.
I have spent enough evenings scrambling for reservations to know that the best Italian restaurants in this state reward early planners with handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and dining rooms that feel like you just discovered a delicious secret…