10 South Carolina Lowcountry Seafood Kitchens Still Family-Run and Serving Coastal Staples

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Across South Carolina’s Lowcountry, some seafood kitchens are still doing things the old way — family-run, locally rooted, and centered on shrimp, oysters, fish, and recipes that haven’t rushed to change. These are places where the menus feel familiar, the welcome is genuine, and coastal staples arrive just the way locals expect.

Often tucked along marsh roads, docks, or small-town streets, these kitchens carry generations of know-how. Simple plates, steady crowds, and flavors tied closely to the coast keep them going year after year.

Bowens Island Restaurant, Charleston

Bowens Island Restaurant is a Charleston gem, famed for its laid-back charm and stunning marsh views. Family-run for decades, this spot treats guests to a menu brimming with fresh, local catches…

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