Shrimp and grits is one of those dishes that tells a story with every single bite. Born in the coastal South, this humble comfort food has traveled far beyond its roots, showing up in family-owned kitchens from New Orleans to Portland.
Each restaurant puts its own spin on the classic, using recipes passed down through generations. If you love good food and great history, these 22 spots are absolutely worth the drive.
Husk – Charleston, South Carolina
Husk sits inside a beautifully restored 1893 Victorian house in downtown Charleston, and the moment you walk in, history greets you. Chef Sean Brock built this restaurant around one powerful idea: every ingredient must come from the South.
The shrimp and grits here feature stone-ground grits from local mills paired with fresh coastal shrimp…