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Restaurant Reviews

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* ATLANTICVILLE: 2063 Middle St., Sullivan's Island. 883-9452. Surf 'n' turf, local seafood, shrimp and grits, house-made desserts. daily, 5:30 P.M.-9:30 P.M.

AC'S BAR & GRILL: 467 King. St. 577-6742. 1035 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. 849-2267. Appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, Philly cheesesteaks. $3-$7. Dine-in or carry out. Dining, Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 a.m., Sat./Sun., 6 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

ATLANTA BREAD COMPANY: 8966 Univ. Blvd., Hwy 78, N. Chas., 797-7441, Towne Centre, Mt. P., 216-1611, 32 N. Market, Chas, 722-2732., 1850 Sam Rittenberg, W. Ashley, 573-0030. Call for hrs. Sandwiches, soups, salads, pastries and bread. Specialty coffee drinks.

BAILEY BETT'S AMERICAN CAFE: 5 S. Alliance Dr. (on College Park Rd.), Goose Creek. 764-0400. American-style cafe. Soup, sandwiches, salads, pasta, burgers, steak, seafood. L, daily 11 a.m.-2 p.m. D, Tue-Sat 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

BANANA CABANA: 1130 Ocean Blvd., IOP. 886-4361. American mix. Burgers, pizza, nachos, quesadillas. Oceanfront patio. L/D. $5-$15. Sun.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m.

BISTRO-FIVE: 520 Folly Rd., James Isl. 762-4722. New American cuisine. Fresh seafood, steaks, salads, pasta, innovative desserts. Lunch Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner Mon.-Sat. 5:30-until.

BLIND TIGER PUB: 38/36 Broad St., downtown. 577-0088. Bar/restaurant. Appetizer only menu. Chickpea hummus, veggie wraps, homemade soups, vegetable spring rolls, smoked salmon. Food service, Mon.-Fri., 4 p.m.-1 a.m., Sat./Sun., 2 p.m.-1 a.m.

* BOHICKET CREEK GRILL: 1880 Andell Bluff Blvd., Johns Is. 768-1500. Gazpacho, pimento cheese, sashimi tuna, crab cake, oysters, pork osso buco, grilled lobster, venison, New Zealand lamb rack. Dinner, nightly, 6 p.m.-until. Lunch, Tues.- Sun., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Reservations suggested.

BONNIE'S PLACE: 2578 Ashley River Rd. 763-7427. Sports pub. Sandwiches, appetizers, entrees. Prime rib Fri.-Sat. $10-$15. Mon.-Fri. from 11 a.m., Sat. from 3 p.m., Sun. from 1 p.m.

BRASSERIE ON WENTWORTH: 68 Wentworth St., Charleston. 534-9054. Crabcakes, breakfast buffet, Caesar salad bar, burgers, salad, pasta. Mon.-Fri. 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat./Sun. 7 a.m.-11 p.m.

BRINSON'S BEEF & BREW: 951 Folly Rd., James Is. 762-9333. Daily specials. In-house cut steak & seafood. Soup, build- your-own salad, pasta, quesadillas, nachos, fried turkey, buffalo shrimp. Full menu served 7 days a week, 11 a.m.-until. Sun. brunch 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Late night menu served Fri./Sat. until midnight. Outdoor patio dining. Karaoke, Thu., 7 p.m.-until. Live music Wed.-Sun, 6-10 p.m.

BUBBA 'N SNORTS: 2578 Ashley River Rd., W. Ashley. 763-7427. American bar & grill. Steaks, burgers, crab legs, seafood, sandwiches, salads, assorted appetizers. Daily, 11-2 a.m.

BUDIROE'S CREATIVE COASTAL KITCHEN: 1517A Palm Boulevard, IOP. 886-0711. Steak & seafood. Cold water oysters, tuna tartare, crab wontons, crab cakes, brown sugar brine pork chop, Black Angus filet, marinated lobster medallions. L, Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. D, 5-10 p.m., daily.

* BUFFALO SOUTH: 845 Folly Road. 406-0888. Bratwurst, hot dogs, shrimp, oysters, burgers, great Buffalo chicken wings, sandwiches, salads. Sun.-Thu., noon-midnight., Fri./Sat., noon-2 a.m. Live music every Sun. at 9 p.m.

* CAFE SUZANNE: 4 Center St., Folly Beach. 588-2101. Beachside upscale seafood. Seafood, steaks, lamb, pork, pasta, sushi. Wed./Thu., 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m., Fri./Sat., 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m., Sun. brunch, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

* CALIFORNIA DREAMING: 1 Ashley Pointe Dr. 766-1644. Steaks, seafood, ribs, chicken, salads. Water views. Sun.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m.

CHANCY'S ON THE BEACH: 1 Center St., Folly Bch. 588-6464. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Steaks & seafood. Ocean views. Daily, 7-11 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and 5-10 p.m.

CHARLESTON BEER WORKS: 468 King St., downtown. 577-5885. American grill. Soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta, seafood, burgers. 20 microbrews on tap and 100 assorted bottled beer varieties. 7 flat-screen TV's. Mon.-Fri., 5 p.m.-2 a.m., Sat./Sun., 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m. Food service 'til 1 a.m., nightly.

COCONUT JOE'S: 1120 Ocean Blvd., IOP. 886-0046. Seafood, pasta, wraps, steak, kids menu. Oceanfront dining. Live entertainment. Sun.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m.

* CRU CAFE: 18 Pinckney St. 534-2434. Chinese chicken salad, butter lettuce salad, fried calamari, steaks, pastas, macaroni, Thai seafood risotto, chicken pate, peach bread pudding. L, Tue.-Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., D, Tue-Thu, 5-10 p.m., Fri./Sat., 5-11 p.m.

* CUMBERLAND'S: 301 King St. 577-9469. Sandwiches, salads, veggie burgers, catfish strips, burgers. Mon.-Sun., 11 - 2 a.m. Kitchen closes nightly at 10:30. p.m.

CYNTHIA'S: 1956 Maybank Hwy. 406-4989. Macadamia nut-encrusted grouper, teriyaki grilled salmon, aged Angus steaks, vegetarian and salad entrees, homemade desserts. Lunch, Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner nightly 5-9:30. Live jazz Fri./Sat. Reservations suggested.

DA VINCI'S: 1739 Maybank Hwy. 406-8895. American fare with European influence. B/L/D. Omelets, pasta, steak, seafood, vegetarian dishes. Beer & wine. Mon.-Sat. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner served Wed.-Sat. 5-9 p.m.

* FIG: 232 Meeting St. 805-5900. www.eatatfig.com. Neighborhood bistro with a contemporary, casual atmosphere. Menu changes daily using fresh Lowcountry resources. Dinner, Mon.-Thu. 6-11 p.m., Fri./Sat. 6 p.m.-1 a.m. Closed Sun. $4-$19.

THE FOLLY PELICAN: 123 W. Ashley Ave., Folly Bch. 588-4095. Ocean view. Live local music, Fri./Sat. Wings, buffalo shrimp, stuffed jalapeno peppers, fried dill pickles, nachos, cheese sticks, 1/3 lb. Black Angus burger, onion rings. Dine-in/take-out. Daily, 4 p.m.-until. Visit follypelican.150m.com.

FONDUELY YOURS: 853 Coleman Blvd. 849-6859. Cook, dip and savor your own meats, cheeses and desserts. $12-$18. Mon.-Thu. 5:30-9:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m.

* GALLERY CAFE & RESTAURANT: 114-I Jungle Rd., Edisto Bch. (843) 869-JAVA. She-crab soup, lump crabmeat quiche, Greek salad, turkey melt, twin-stuffed flounder, half rack of lamb, vegetable lasagna, lemon-dill salmon. L/D, Tues.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

* GENE'S HAUFBRAU: 817 Savannah Highway, W. Ashley. 225-4363. Bar/restaurant. Sandwiches, burgers, burritos, salads, wings, vegetarian fare. Specialty beer list. Daily, 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m. Brunch, Sun./Sat. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

HALFTIME SPORTS BAR & GRILL: 221 St. James Ave., Goose Crk.. 569-0233. Lunch specials: one meat, two sides, tea and dessert ($5.83). Happy Hour 4 p.m.-8 p.m., week nights. Mon. -Fri., 9 a.m.-2 a.m., Sat./Sun., 10 a.m.-2 a.m.

HENRY'S ON THE BOULEVARD: 816 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. P. 388-6660. Tapas, oysters with a rice wine and watermelon mignonette, Applewood smoked salmon, crabcakes with mango and yellow tomato salsa, milk chocolate espresso parfait. Mon.-Sun., 5-11 p.m.

* HIGH THYME: 2213-C Meeting St., Sullivan's Isl. 883-3536. Bistro-style dining. Fresh salads, pasta, sandwiches, daily soups, seafood, beef, pork, pasta. Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m.

HURRICANE'S: 85 S. Market St., Downtown. 965-8300. Spaghetti and meatballs, fish, steaks, fries, salads, meatloaf, glazed duck breast. Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun. gospel brunch, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

* J BISTRO: 819 Coleman Blvd. 971-7778. Eggplant blintzes, lobster wontons, grilled portobello, pecan-crusted catfish, duck breast, chocolate cake. Tue.-Thu., Sun 5-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m. Sun. brunch 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

JILDA'S: 976 Houston-Northcutt Blvd., Mt. P, 881-4511. Affordable family meals. Beef carpaccio, seared tuna, crostini, calamari, quesadillas, roasted chicken pasta. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Mon.-Thu. 5-9 p.m., Fri./Sat. 5-10 p.m.

JOHNSON'S PUB: 12 Cumberland St. 958-0662. Colonial inspired pub fare. Pot roast, fish 'n chips, cornmeal crusted halibut with sesame garlic noodles, Johnson's Pub burger, chipolte rubbed steak salad, hot roast beef sandwich, fish tacos. Daily, 11 a.m.- 2 a.m., daily. Full food service and downtown delivery until 1 a.m.

* JOSEPH'S RESTAURANT: 129 Meeting St. 958-8500. Full breakfast menu. Beignets, omelets, thick-cut French toast. Lunch, Po' Boys, no carb salads, deli sandwiches. Courtyard dining available. Mon.-Sat. 8-11 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. breakfast 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

* KELLY'S SOUTH OF THE CITY BAR & GRILL: 1660 Savannah Hwy., W. Ashley. 763-2822. Daily lunch specials. Live music. Fried pork chops, beef stew over rice, seafood, steaks, burgers, soup, salad. Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-1:30 a.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

KINGFISH: 432 King St. 722-8127. Made-to-order food with an emphasis on healthy foods. Whole-wheat pasta dishes, chicken Parmesan, lemon-basil chicken, Wasabi crab cakes, vegetarian egg rolls, soups, sandwiches, salads. L, Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m., D, Mon.-Sat., 5 p.m.-until.

KING STREET GRILLE: 304 King St., 723-KING. Spinach dip, nachos, wings, build-your-own-salads, panini, assorted sandwiches, burgers, stuffed filet mignon, pasta, vast assortment of beer. Daily, 11 a.m. -11 p.m.

* LANGDON'S: 778 S. Shellmore Blvd., Suite 105, Mt. P. 388-9200. International specialties with Asian twist. Clam linguine, Asian pork chop, shellfish over grits, black skillet tenderloin, crispy duck, lobster spring roll. Mon.-Thu., 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Fri./.Sat., 5 p.m.-11 p.m.

* LIBERTY CAFE: 9 Magnolia Ave. 571-7255. Wings, salads, onion rings, veggies, baked potatoes, lamb chops, grilled dolphin, hamburgers. Opens daily at 11 a.m., closed Sun.

MAJESTIC GRILL: 345 King St., downtown. 577-0091. International with an Asian twist. B/L/D. Omelets, wraps, crepes, hot sandwiches, teriyaki chicken strips, sliced sirloin steak with Asian barbecue sauce, pot stickers, shrimp rolls. Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

* MERITAGE: 235 East Bay St. 723-8181. Appetizer-only menu. Horseradish-crusted tuna, rack of lamb, grilled vegetable lasagna, crispy crab wontons, quesadillas. Patio dining, private party areas. Daily 5 p.m.-1 a.m.

MICHAEL'S GRILLE: 1970 Maybank Hwy. 795-9964. Tomato goat cheese fondue, house made potato crisps, seared scallops, cedar plank salmon, braised lamb shanks, ginger crusted filet of tuna. Tues.-Thu., 5 - 10 p.m., Fri./Sat, 5-11 p.m., Sun., 5 - 10 p.m.

* MIMI'S CAFE: 1241 Harbor View Rd. 795-4090. Fried seafood, steak & eggs, mussels, crab dip, pasta primavera, creme brulee, Key lime pie. Happy hour, patio dining. Reservations for 5 & up. Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 5-10 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

MOSAIC: 1150 Hungryneck Blvd., Mt. P. Sandwiches, burgers, salads, pizza, pasta, muffaletta sandwiches. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. Brunch, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

* MUSTARD SEED: 1220 Ben Sawyer Blvd. 849-0050, 1978 Maybank Hwy. 762-0072, 101 N. Main St., S'ville, 821-7101, MUSC Harper Student Center. Roasted chicken, caramelized pear & blue cheese salad, sauteed shrimp linguine, herb-crusted pork loin, crabcakes, daily seafood, vegetarian specials, chocolate cream pie, hummingbird cake. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Mon.-Thu. 5-9:30 p.m., Fri-Sat. 5-10 p.m.

O'CHARLEY'S: 2126 Henry Tecklenburg Dr. 763-9568. Steaks, ribs, salads, sandwiches and seafood. Sun. brunch. Daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

OFF THE HOOK: 2213 Middle Street, Sullivan's Island. 883-5030. Burgers, salads, calamari, chicken sandwiches, Sushi Sunday. Daily, 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. (bar open until 2 a.m., daily).

* OLD FIRE HOUSE RESTAURANT AND PIZZA: 6350 Highway 162, Hollywood. 889-9512. Crispy flounder, specialty pizza made in a wood-burning pizza oven, pastas, seafood, prime rib, daily specials. Tue.-Sat. 5-9 p.m. Smoke-free.

OSCAR'S PLACE: 207 W. 5th N. St. (Hwy 78 W.), S'ville. 871-3800. Lunch buffet, weekdays. Fresh seafood, beef, chicken satay, pasta. Lowcountry specialties. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

PALMER'S GRILL: 1700 RiverTowne Country Club Drive, Mt. P. 216-3777. Continental/American with Southern flair. Seafood chowder, smoked salmon, grilled scallops, maple leaf duck breast, Carolina bbq shrimp, grilled black grouper. Fri./Sat., 6 p.m.- 9 p.m.

* PALMETTO CAFE: 205 Meeting St. (at Charleston Place.) 722-4900. Lobster club, 21 burger, Maine lobster salad, Carolina crabcakes, oysters, she-crab soup. B/L, Mon.-Sat. 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m., B/L/buffet brunch, Sun. 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for service start and cutoff times.

* PAVILION RESTAURANT: 102 Palmetto Blvd., Edisto Bch., (843) 869-3061. Seafood, steaks, fried chicken, sandwiches, salads. Ocean view. L/D, Mon.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. & 5 p.m.-9'ish.

* PAVILION ROOFTOP BAR: 225 East Bay St., at the Pavilion Hotel, downtown. 723-0500. Tuna fillet, shrimp satay, quesadillas, salads, sandwiches, prime beef burger. Open daily. Lunch, noon-4 p.m., Dinner, 5 p.m.-until.

* PARK CIRCLE GRILL: 4726 Spruill Ave., N. Chas. 554-6003. Upscale comfort food. L, Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., D, Mon.-Thu., 5-9 p.m., Fri./Sat., 5-10 p.m.

PETE'S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE: 2473 Savannah Hwy, W. Ashley. 766-0725. Entertainment every Fri. Prime rib, rib-eye and seafood. Tues., 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed.-Fri., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat., 4 p.m.-10 p.m.

* POE'S TAVERN: 2210 Middle St., Sullivan's Isl. 883-0083. Hand-cut fries, gourmet burgers, fish tacos, salads, soups, specialty sandwiches. 20 imported & micro brews on tap. Open daily, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

QUEEN ANNE'S REVENGE: 160-B Fairchild St., Daniel Island. 216-6868. Prime rib, longboat shrimp and scallops, peppercorn steak, children's menu. $9-$19. Pirate artifacts collection. Lunch Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. noon-5 p.m. Dinner, Mon.-Thu. 5-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m., Sun. 5-9 p.m.

RED SKY GRILL: 1001 Landfall Way, Seabrook Is. 768-0183. Upscale American bistro. Tempura tuna roll, mussels, seafood, Prime Del Monico steak, double cut pork chop, pasta, salad, nightly specials. L. Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., D, 5:30 p.m. 09:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat.

* RED'S ICE HOUSE: 98 Church St., Mt. P. 388-0003. Seafood, burgers, steak, grilled mahi mahi, grilled tuna, inshore & offshore platters, she-crab soup, salads. Live music, Thu.-Sun., Tues. Food service, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., daily. Shem Creek views.

THE REEL BAR: 20 Patriots Point Rd. (in the Hilton), Mt. P. 856-0028. New England clam chowder, Carolina crab dip, crab cake sandwich, Cobb salad. Happy hour Mon.-Fri., 5-8 p.m. Food served daily, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

THE ROOFTOP BAR & GRILL: 23 Vendue Range. 723-0485. Salads, wraps, pizza, house specials, smoked prime rib, barbecue ribs. Harbor views. Mon.-Fri. 3 p.m.-11 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.

SAVANNAH'S: 2600 Savannah Hwy., Chas. 556-5580. Fried green tomatoes, Southern-fried calamari, she crab soup, Cobb salad, blackened catfish, Parmesan trout, seafood quesadilla, Angus beef, prime rib , 1 pound rib-eye. Daily specials. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues.- Thu., 5-9 p.m., Fri./Sat., 5-10 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m. -4 p.m.

* SERMET'S CORNER: 276 King St. 853-7775. Soups, mozzarella salad, artichoke torta, walnut-encrusted salmon, butternut squash mashed potatoes. Vegetarian and vegan items. Daily. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sun.-Thu. 5-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m.

SKIPPERS SPORTS GRILL: 1175 Folly Rd., James Is. 762-2255. Burgers, wings, wraps, salads, spring rolls, filet, steak bites, chicken sandwich, BLT's, fries & onion rings, poppers. Big screen TV's.. Mon.-Fri., 4 p.m.-2 a.m., Sat.,/Sun., noon-2 a.m.

SOUTHEND BREWERY: 161 E. Bay St. 853-4677. Pasta, wood-oven pizza, fresh fish, in-house smoked barbecue ribs, chicken and sausage. Live music. Daily 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun.-Thu. 5-10 p.m., Fri. and Sat. till 11 p.m.

STATION 22 restaurant: 2205 Middle St., Sullivan's Island. 883-3355. Fresh seafood, steaks, daily specials and homemade desserts. Private dining room avail. Daily from 5:30 p.m.

* STEPHEN & SON'S: 105. S. Cedar St., S'ville. 873-6999. Southern and Continental dishes. Scallop & shrimp pesto, stuffed lamb chop, Dorchester grouper, Palmetto salmon, prime rib sandwich, soups, omelets. Tues.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-9:30 p.m. Sun. family-style dining., 11:30 a.m.- 3 p.m.

SODA WATER GRILL: 224 Seven Rd., Daniel Isl. 388-0309. Salads, vegetarian dishes, stuffed 8 oz. burgers, chicken club, salmon BLT, buffalo chicken wrap, rib eye, yellow fin tuna, Cajun-seared pork chop, shrimp & grits. Mon.-Thu., 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

SUNFIRE GRILL: 1090 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. 766-0223. Spring rolls, seafood, steaks, sandwiches, daily specials. L/D/Sun. Brunch. 11 a.m. Reservations suggested. Patio dining available. Mon.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 10:30 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

THE SUNSET GRILLE: 3702 Docksite Rd., Edisto Bch., (843) 869-1010. Fish stew, crab soup, gator bites, fried seafood platters, boiled shrimp, ribs, steak. Water views. Daily, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. & 5 p.m.-9'ish. Sun. brunch, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

T-BONZ GILL & GRILL: 1028 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mt. P. 971-7777, 80 N. Market St. 577-2511, 1687 Old Towne Rd., 556-2478. Casual steakhouse-style dining. Steaks, burgers, salads, ribs, home-brewed beer. Patio dining available at Mt. P location. Sun.-Thu., a.m.-11 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11 a.m.-midnight.

THE TERRACE ON MARION SQ: 145 Calhoun St., Chas., 937-0314. Red pepper crab bisque, roasted portobello, herb crusted goat cheese, mixed berry salad, pesto pizza. Open-air dining overlooking Marion Square. Mon-Thu. 4:30 p.m.-11 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 11 p.m.-11 p.m.

TRAVELERS: 1006 Folly Rd., James Is., 406-1020. Fresh seafood, pasta and steaks. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

THE TURTLE POINT SPORTS BAR & GRILLE: 12 Kiawah Beach. Dr., Kiawah Is. Resort. 768-2121. Continental dining in an upscale environment. Steaks, fish, sandwiches, salads, soup, seafood specials. Continental and breakfast buffet. Daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

* VICKERY'S BAR & GRILL: 15 Beaufain St. 577-5300, 1313 Shrimpboat Ln. 884-4440. American cuisine w/ Cuban flare, Cuban sandwich, black beans & rice, fried Cajun popcorn. Reservations for 6 & up. $7-$17. Patio dining avail. Daily 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m., Sun brunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

VILLAGE CHOPHOUSE: 508 Mill St., Mt. P. 884-8103. Steak and seafood. Water views. Certified Angus beef, veal, fowl, live Maine lobster, fish and shellfish. Mon.-Thu., 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat., 5 p.m.- 10:30 p.m. Rooftop bar.

VISTA RIVERSIDE GRILLE: 360 Concord St. 853-5752. Shrimp cake, fried green tomatoes, beef tenderloin and ginger soy sauce, Krispy Kreme banana split, kids menu. Cooper River view. Outside dining available. L, daily, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner Sun.-Thu. 5:30-11 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5:30 p.m.-midnight.

WAY BACK-: 1409 Folly Rd., James Is. 406-9747. Spinach & feta empinada, seafood salsa with chips, crab-stuffed pepperocini, burgers, sandwiches, salads. Daily, 4 p.m.- midnight. Bar is open until 2 a.m. Live music, Wed.-Sat..

WINGSTOP: 4391 Dorchester Rd., N. Chas. 225-WING. Fresh wings, fresh-cut seasoned fries, bourbon baked beans, pearl potato salad, vegetable sticks, rolls and assorted dipping sauces. Beer, wine, wine coolers.

ZINC BISTRO & BAR: 28-A Bridgeside Blvd., Patriots Point in Mt. P. 216-9330. Full harbor views. Raw bar, sushi, lobster & sweet corn chowder, tempura asparagus, smoked salmon, beef carpaccio, flat iron steak, grilled beef tenderloin, grouper with chanterelles, braised short ribs. Mon.-Thu., 5:30-10 p.m., Fri./Sat., 5:30-11 p.m.

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JASMINE THAI: 807 Folly Rd. 406-2978. Thai/Japanese/Chinese. Sushi, Thai, Pad Thai, Tom Yum soup, papaya salad, sushi mangos, sticky rice, Thai custard. Reservations accepted. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11a.m.-9:30 p.m. Take out service.

BAAN SIAM: 214 N. Cedar St., S'ville. 875-7546. Traditional Thai . Fresh spring rolls, egg rolls, Thai-style wings, larb, curries, soups, noodles, pad Thai. .Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 5 - 9:30 p.m. Sun, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

* BASIL RESTAURANT: 460 King St. 724-3490. Thai cuisine including pad Thai and red curry crispy duck. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner Mon.-Thu. 5 p.m.-10 :30 p.m. Fri./Sat. 5 p.m.-11 p.m.

* BINH MINH: 6750 Rivers Ave. 569-1935. Authentic Vietnamese spring rolls, noodle salads, beef soup, curry, vegetarian. Tue.-Thu. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat. noon-10 p.m.

CHINA INN: 1749 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. 766-1684. American/Chinese with Mongolian Barbecue. Chow mein, lo mein, show mei fun, egg foo young. Daily, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

CHOPSTICKS HOUSE: 349 King St. 965-5866. Mandarin, Szechuan, Cantonese and steamed dishes. $10 delivery minimum.

DRAGON PALACE: 162 Seven Farms Dr., Suite 230, Daniel Isl. 388-8823. Chinese Bistro with fine dining atmosphere. Cantonese lobster, seafood with XO sauce, dim sum, lo mein, Cantonese chow mein, roast duck. Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 4:30-9:30 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

* THE EMPEROR'S GARDEN: 874 Orleans Rd. 556-7212. Steamed potstickers, beef w/ green beans, Peking soup, crispy duck, Peking fish. L/D. Daily.

GREAT WALL: 34 George St. 722-8834/8080. Chinese buffet w/ over 50 items and salad bar, lo mein, egg foo young, chow mein, chop suey, combination platters, Szechuan hunan dishes. Mon.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. noon-11 p.m. Delivery available.

KANOK'S THAI CUISINE: 7685 Northwoods Blvd., N. Chas. 824-8887. Thai, pad Thai, tom yum soup, papaya salad, mangos, sticky rice, Thai custard. L/D. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

* KIM LONG VIETNAMESE: 7671 Northwoods Blvd., N. Charleston. 863-8552. Spring rolls, Udon noodles, broken-rice dishes, curries, egg & rice noodles. Tues.-Thu. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri./Sat. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

* KIM'S EXPRESS: 145 Calhoun St. 577-7177. Korean & Japanese grill. Sushi, teriyaki chicken, hibachi shrimp, Udon noodles, spicy seafood noodles, pork bul-go-gee. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. noon-8 p.m. Dine-in, takeout, delivery.

KING BUFFET: 975-A Savannah Hwy. 763-8818. 100 item all-you-can-eat buffet featuring Chinese and American specialties. Full menu featuring classic Chinese dishes, diet & health food section and combination plates. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. noon-10 p.m.

KOBE JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE: 2611 Ashley Phosphate Rd. 797-0850. Hibachi chicken, steak and shrimp cooked tableside, sushi bar. Mon.-Thu. 5-10 p.m. Fri. and Sat. 4:30-11 p.m. Sun. 4:30-9:30 p.m. Reservations suggested.

* MAMA FU'S NOODLE HOUSE: 1812 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., W. Ashley. Pan-Asian cooked fresh to order. Vegetarian friendly. Deep-fried curry rolls, basil rolls, wonton soup, coconut soup, crispy or wok-seared chicken salad, noodle bowls. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

MIYABI: 688 Citadel Haven Dr. 571-6025. Sushi, hibachi steak, shrimp, chicken and seafood w/ homemade sauces & salad dressings. Reservations suggested. Tableside cooking. Mon.-Thu., Sun. 5-10 p.m., Fri. 5-11 p.m., Sat. 4:30-11 p.m.

NAKATO: 1734 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. 769-7475. Japanese steak house and sushi bar. Mon.-Thu., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. & 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Fri., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. & 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun. noon-9:30 p.m.

ORIENTAL GARDEN: 835 Coleman Blvd. 881-3765. Sushi bar and several Japanese style dishes. Reservations suggested for 6 & up. Mon.-Thu. 5-10:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-11:30 p.m.

* OSAKA: 100 Folly Rd., James Isl. 852-9979. Japanese sushi and regional Chinese dishes. Mon.-Thu., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri./Sat., 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun., 4 p.m.-10 p.m.

PANDA GARDEN: 1797 Main Rd., John's Island. 559-3898. Chinese/American cuisine. A la carte menu plus & all u can eat buffet. Shrimp, asparagus, egg rolls, noodles. Takeout available. Mon./Sun., 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Tues.-Sat., 10:30 a.m. -10:30 p.m.

PANDA PALACE: 1119 Wappoo Rd. 571-3288. Mandarin, Cantonese and Szechuan-style Chinese food. Steamed dishes available. Open daily. Delivery available over $10.

* PATTAYA THAI RESTAURANT: 607-C Johnnie Dodds Blvd. 856-1808. Salads, soups, seafood, noodle dishes, curries, barbecues, stir-fry, fondue, vegetarian. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5-10 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun., 5-10 p.m.

RED ORCHIDS CHINA BISTRO: 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. W. Ashley. 573-8787. Shanghai-style Chinese. Sweet & sour Chilean sea bass, mapou tofu, beef a la citron, eggplant & garlic sauce. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Sat., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Sun., noon-10:30 p.m.

SHI KI: 334 East Bay St. 720-8568. Super crunch roll, House special roll, Japanese dumplings, tempura, tako, miso soup, flying fish eggs, mackerel, tuna and eel sushi. Lunch Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner Mon.-Sat. 5-10 p.m. and Sun. 5-9 p.m.

* SUSHI HIRO: 298 King St. 723-3628. Sushi complemented by various appetizers, authentic Japanese entrees with a sushi bar. Mon.-Thu. 5-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m.

tsunami: 215 East Bay St. 965-5281. Japanese sushi and hibachi grill with live music Thu.-Sat. Open Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m. Sat. 4 p.m.-2 a.m., Sun. 4 p.m.-midnight.

UPTOWN ORIENTAL CAFE: 635 Rutledge Ave. (inside Jabers grocery). 577-0102. Take-out/delivery Chinese. Spare ribs, shrimp with lobster sauce, General Tso's chicken, lo mein, moo goo gai pan, sweet & sour chicken, pepper steak with onion, fried rice, egg rolls. Mon.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun., noon- 8 p.m.

WASABI: 61 State. St., downtown. 577-5222. Japanese Steakhouse. Filet mignon, steak, shrimp, scallops, lobster, Japanese noodles. Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 4:30-9:30 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 4:30-11 p.m. Sun., noon-9 p.m.

YAMATO: 1993 Riviera Dr., near Isle of Palms connector. 881-1190. Japanese seafood & steakhouse with sushi bar and tableside cooking. Reservations suggested. .

YOKOSO: 8601 S. Antler Dr., North Charleston. 553-4522. Hibachi shrimp, rib-eye steak, teriyaki chicken cooked tableside. Call for hours.

BARBECUE

* BESSINGER'S BARBECUE: 1602 Savannah Hwy., W. Ashley. 556-1354. Smoked pork and traditional sides. Sandwich shop, buffeteria, catering, party packs. Sandwich shop, Mon.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.- 9:30 p.m., Buffeteria, Thu., 5 p.m.-8 p.m., Fri., 5 p.m.- 9 p.m., Sun., noon-8 p.m.

* DUKES BAR B Q: 118 Railroad Ave., Ridgeville. 871-6507. Southern-style barbecue with a full buffet. Pork BBQ, BBQ hash, fried chicken, vegetables, hush puppies, corn nuggets, salads, $6.30 for adults. Fri. and Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

* DUKES BBQ: 6278 Hwy. 162, Hollywood. 889-1415. Pit-cooked BBQ. 32 item buffet, homemade desserts, fried chicken, peach cobbler. Catfish night every Thursday. Wed., 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Thus.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.

* THE HICKORY HAWG: 2770 Maybank Hwy. 557-1121. All wood-cooked Lexington, N.C.-style barbecue. Homemade hash and banana pudding. Barbecue chicken, baby-back ribs. Mon.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

* J. B.'S SMOKESHACK: 3406 Maybank Hwy., Johns Is. 557-0426. Pork smoked 14 hours over hickory wood and chicken cooked over apple wood served on 21 item buffet. Ribs, sandwiches and take-out also available. Wed.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

* MELVIN'S BAR-B-QUE: 538 Folly Rd. 762-0511, 925 Houston Northcutt Blvd. 881-0549. Hand-pulled barbecue, chicken sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs, Carolina hash, hand-dipped onion rings. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.,

* MOMMA BROWN'S BARBECUE: 1471 Ben Sawyer Blvd. 849-8802. All-you-can-eat buffet w/ barbecue, fried chicken, fresh veggies, salad bar. Takeout and catering avail. Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. till 3 p.m.

* PO' PIGS BO-B-Q: 2410 Hwy. 174, Edisto Island. 869-9003. Hush puppies, turnip greens, hash, barbecue plate, fried oysters, coleslaw, chocolate cake. Thu.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. No credit cards.

* STICKY FINGERS: Mt. P., N. Char., Dwtn., S'ville. Memphis-style rib dinner, chicken sandwiches, burgers, large salads. Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

CARIBBEAN/CREOLE

ONE-EYED PARROT: 1130 Ocean Blvd., IOP. 886-4360. Fried & grilled seafood, filet mignon, rasta-fried grits, parrot paella, appetizers, oceanfront dining. Reservations suggested. Sun.-Thu. 5-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m.

SATCHMO'S: 1909 Hwy. 17 North, Ste. K, Mt. P. 388-9752. New Orleans-style casual fine dining and jazz bar. Crab bisque, shrimp & tasso pasta, blackened grouper, veal Marcelle, steaks, creme brulee, French baguette pudding. Daily, 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sun. Brunch 10:30 a.m.- 3 p.m. Bar open Mon.-Sat., 3 p.m. till midnight.

DELI/CAFE

AARON'S DELI: 213 MEETING ST. 723-6000. N.Y.-style deli, bagels, sandwiches, soups, breakfast. L/D daily. Breakfast Sat. & Sun. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 7 a.m.-11 p.m.

* BAKER'S CAFE: 214 King St. 577-2694. Poached egg dishes, frittata, salads, sandwiches, entrees. B/L daily. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-2/2:30 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-2:30/3 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

BJ'S BROAD STREET CAFE: 17 Broad St. Hearty breakfasts, BJ burger, grilled salmon, crabcakes, Cajun mixed grill, crab-stuffed mushroom caps, hand-dipped ice cream. B/L/D. Delivery and catering avail. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

* BEAR E PATCH CAFE: 1980 Ashley River Rd. 766-6490. Omelets, Southern grits, house-made breads, soups and desserts, low-carb lunches, salads, deli sandwiches, wraps, . Nightly dinner specials/kids menu w free ice cream. Mon.-Fri.. 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat., 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

BO BO'S DELI & GRILL: 325 Folly Rd. 795-0523. Boar's Head meats and cheeses, okra soup, shrimp & grits, fried seafood. L/D. Delivery for large groups if notified in advance. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

* BODACIOUS BAGELS: 766 S. Shellmore Blvd., Mt. P. 856-3738. Homemade bagels & bread. Breakfast and lunch sandwiches, Smoothies, salads, bagel dogs, cashew chicken salad, tuna salad, tuna melt, deli sandwich meats, panini, baked goods, fresh-squeezed orange juice, lemonade. B/L served all day. Mon.-Fri., 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat./Sun., 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

* BRONX NEWS AND DELI: 6877 Dorchester Road. 767-2420. Boar's Head products, knishes, Sabrett's grilled Reuben, gyros, N.Y. cheese steak, N.Y. specialties. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Sat. 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

BUBBA SLYES: 70 1/2 Beaufain St. 853-0660. Wings, lasagna, hot and cold subs, portobello mushroom sandwich. Free delivery all day. L/D. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

BUGELS BAGELS: 976 Houston Northcutt Blvd. 884-3606. Bagels, soups, spreads, muffins, deli sandwiches. Mon.-Sat. 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. till 3 p.m.

* BULL STREET GOURMET: 60 Bull St. 720-8992. Made to order gourmet sandwiches, dried cranberry and toasted almond chicken salad, deli plates, homemade soups, cookies, cake. Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

* CAFE CAFE: 177 Meeting St. 723-3622. Bagels, croissants, breakfast wraps, lunch wrap sandwiches, soups, salads, fresh homemade cakes and pies, daily specials. Mon.-Thu. 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri./Sat. 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sun. 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

CAFE PARADISO: 51-A S. Market St. 958-9717. Torrefazione Italian coffee, international coffees, homemade desserts made daily, Make-Your-Own S'Mores, breakfast pastries, Smoothies, grilled sandwiches, salads. B/L/nightly dessert service. Mon.-Wed., 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Thu., 7;30 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat., 7:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun., 7:30 a.m.- 8 p.m. Outside patio dining.

CLARA'S CAFE: 344 King St. 723-9845. Chicken salad, vegetarian sandwiches, homemade bread, coffees, pastries, daily soup. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

* CONFEDERATE COFFEE COMPANY & CREAMERY: 2409-A Mall Drive., N. Chas. 747-7554. McConnell's ice cream, 72 flavors of coffee, sandwiches, soups, chili, hickory-smoked barbeque, hot dogs. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

CORNBREAD CAFE: 40 N. Market St. 577-8377. Breakfast, soups, cheeseburgers, baked or cornflake-fried chicken, pork loin, salmon, veggies, collard greens, macaroni & cheese, pies, cornbread. Daily, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

DELI CONNECTION: 975 Savannah Hwy., W. Ashley. 769-5775. Block & Barrel meat subs, specialty sandwiches, hot dogs, salads. Mon.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

DIANA'S: 155 Meeting St., downtown. 534-0043. Coffee, desserts, omelets, etouffe, breakfast sandwiches, fried chicken, hamburgers, sandwiches, soup and wraps. Breakfast, 6:30 a.m.-11 p.m., and lunch 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., daily. Dinner, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thu., 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Fri./Sat. Sun. brunch, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

DOLPHIN DELI: 106 W. Hudson Ave., Folly Bch. 588-DELI. Full service deli and restaurant. Grilled vegetarian and meat panini, home-baked breads and desserts, grilled cheesesteaks, cold-sandwiches, garden burgers, salads. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11 a.m.-12 a.m., Sun. noon-10 p.m.

* DOE'S PITA: 334 East Bay St. 577-3179, 5134 N. Rhett 745-0026. Middle Eastern. Pitas, hummus, tabbouleh & kibbee, chicken salad, salads. L/D. Outside seating avail. Downtown: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat. till 5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. N. Rhett: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

* EARTH FARE: 74 Folly Rd., S. Windermere Ctr. 769-0794. 1100 Market Ctr. Blvd., Mt. P. 284-0240 Health-oriented buffet style cafe offering organic, vegetarian and vegan dishes. Smoothies, fresh juices, fresh sandwiches, desserts, salads, soups, sushi. Open daily. Call stores for each location's individual hours.

* EAST BAY DELI: 334 E. Bay St. 723-DELI. Traditional deli sandwiches, wings, wraps, spuds, deli dogs, over 20-item salad bar, Sun. brunch, corporate box lunches to go. Open daily. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Free delivery. Second location at 159 Market St., downtown. 723-4443. Daily, 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

EASTSIDE BAKERY & CAFE: 1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. P. 881-1260. Fresh breads, sandwiches, pastas, salads, fried green tomatoes, crabcake and remoulade sauce, beef tenderloin. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Mon.-Thu. 5-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-10 p.m.

* ED'S WANNA BE FAMOUS HOT DOGS: 54( Wentworth St. 722-7224 (Jestine's Kitchen phone). Walk by hot dog stand serving fix yourself and specialty topped Shofar all beef hot dogs. House-made cup cakes. Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

* EVERYDAY GOURMET: 1303 Ben Sawyer Blvd., Mt. P. 388-2490. Seasonal, gourmet foods prepared daily. Daily lunch and supper specials. Take-out only. Smoked turkey with cranberry chutney sandwich, sun-dried tomato wrap, ciabatta roll, soups, Greek orzo potato salad, fresh cobblers, citrus pine nut tilapia.Mon.-Thu., 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

FISCHER'S SPORTS PUB & GRILL: 1883 Andell Bluff Blvd., Johns Isl. 243-0210. Cheese fries, stuffed jalapeno, BLT, burgers, hot dogs, chicken tenders, fried pickles. Daily, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. (Bar open 'til 2 a.m.)

* FIVE LOAVES CAFE: 43 Cannon St. 937-4303. Gourmet soups, salads, sandwiches, tortellini, roast chicken breast with potato and artichoke hash. L, Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. D, Mon.- Fri., 5 p.m.-8 p.m.

* GELATERIA MODICA: 41A George St. 723-8868. Italian cafe. Panini, Italian coffee, sorbet, gelato and pastries using imported, quality ingredients. Daily, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

GRAFFITI GRILL: 5031 Dorchester Rd., 760-1734. Meat loaf, country-fried steak, burgers, malts, banana splits, fried-fish sandwiches, full breakfast. Mon.-Thu. 6 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri./Sat. 6 a.m.-midnight, Sun. 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

GRAMIE'S FROZEN CUSTARD AND ITALIAN ICE: 86 Bridgetown Rd., Goose Crk. 863-1608. Premium ice cream. Daily flavor and a monthly menu. Sundaes, milkshakes, banana splits, strawberry shortcake, hot dogs. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. noon-10 p.m.

GROUCHO'S DELI: 364-A King St. 534-1436. Sandwiches, salads, famous formula 45 sauce, soup specials, chicken chili, half sandwich/half soup combos. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. noon-4 p.m.

HOAGIE HAVEN: 363 King St. 579-9000. Philly cheese steak, ham, Italian, turkey, fried chicken, burgers, fries and more. Mon.-Sat. 10:45 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Free delivery.

HOT DOG JOINT: 14B St. Philip St., Chas. 853-2284. Eggs, grits, pancake breakfasts. All-beef hot dogs, Philly cheese steaks, hamburgers, veggie fingers and chicken fingers. Sweet tea. Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

HOWARD'S RESTAURANT: 336 E. Main St., Moncks Corner. 761-8565. Country Southern. Fried chicken livers, fried chicken, chicken & dumplings, meatloaf, spaghetti & salads. Daily specials. B/L, Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m. -3 p.m., Sat. 6 a.m.-2 p.m.

JOHNNY OLA'S ANCHOR CAFE: 15 Magnolia Rd., W. Ashley. 852-0007. Seafood cafe and bar serving assorted fried seafood dishes and a seafood salad roll. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Sun. 6 p.m.-2 a.m.

JOHNNY'S OLD VILLAGE GRILL & SPIRITS: 1042 E. Montague Ave., N. Chas. 747-1841. Burgers, hot dogs, cheese fries, Reubens, grilled chicken filet, ham & cheese, club and cheesesteak (after 1 p.m. only) sandwiches, lunch plates, salads. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Full menu at parkcircle.net.

* IACOFANO DELI: 10 A Windermere Blvd. 225-DELI (3354). Fresh hot and cold sandwiches, Parmesan dishes, all-beef hot dogs, salads, pizzas, gelato and breakfast. Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Sat 7 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

* JACK'S CAFE: 41 George St. 723-5237. Homemade hamburgers, soup, chili, cobblers, biscuits and waffles. B/L. Mon.-Fri. 6:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

* JACK'S COSMIC DOGS: 2805 Hwy. 17 N. at Hwy. 41. 884-7677. Hot dogs, draft root beer, fresh-cut fries, ice cream custard, vintage long-neck sodas and funky gifts in a retro-Jetson's atmosphere. L/D. Daily, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Cash/check only.

JASON'S DELI: St. Andrews Center, 975 Savannah Hwy., Ste. 9. 769-6900. Heart-healthy sandwiches, vegetarian alternatives, salads, soups, "super spuds," build-your-own sandwiches, Po' boys, classic deli sandwiches, cakes and cookies. Mon.-Sun. 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

JERSEY MIKE'S: 65 Sycamore, W. Ashley, 1580-D Old Trolley Rd., S'ville, 217-A St. James Ave., Goose Creek., 280 W. Coleman Blvd. 881-7996. Philly cheese steaks, chicken Philly and huge deli subs on fresh baked bread. L/D. Mon.-Thu., Sun 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat.-Fri. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Checks accepted.

JUST FRESH BAKERY CAFE & MARKET: Three locations. Belle Hall Shopping Ctr., Mt. P. 881-1331. Charleston IMAX, downtown. 577-1000. North Rivers Town Center, N. Chas. 572-4702. Hot & cold wraps, tossed-to-order salads, made-from-scratch soups, pizza, pasta, hot & cold sandwiches, grab 'n' go specialties, bread, muffins, cookies, desserts. Open daily. Downtown delivery. Catering. Call for hours.

* KENNEDY'S MARKET AND BAKERY: 60 Calhoun St. 723-2026. Fresh-baked breads, pastries, beefy gourmet sandwiches, soups, bottles of wines. Window bar seating. Mon.- Thu., 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Fri., 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat.. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

KICKIN' CHICKEN: 337 King St. 805-5020. 1175 Folly Rd. 795-7125.1119 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. P. 881-8734. Specialty sandwiches, huge salads, wings. L/D. Daily 11 a.m.-midnight. Delivery downtown, James Isl. & Folly Bch.

* KITTY'S FINE FOODS: 1137 Morrison Dr., Chas. 722-9370. Southern favorites. Meat & three diner. Fried chicken, fried okra, hash & rice, omelets, grits. B/L. Mon.-Fri. 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

* LA-DEE-DA'S: 30 Pinckney St., 853-9500. Salads, soups, coffees and gourmet sandwich combos an assorted breads. Box lunches. Mon.-Sat. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

* LILLIES GOURMET DELI: 41-B George St., Chas. 722-6877. Fruit parfaits, bagels, croissants, deli sandwiches, wraps, soup, build your own sandwiches. B/L, Mon.-Sat. 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

LIVE OAK CAFE & COFFEE: 2867 Maybank Hwy., Johns Isl. Custom roast coffee, espresso bar drinks. Breakfast & lunch. Breakfast sandwiches, subs, sandwiches, wraps, salads, assorted sides. Tues.-Sat., 6 a.m.-2 p.m.

LONG POINT CAFE: 479 Long Pt. Rd., Mt. P. 884-8898. N.Y.-style diner. Meatloaf, liver & onions, fried chicken, homemade potato chips, fish, steak, fresh-cut fries, hand-pressed burgers, daily specials. B/L/D. Open daily, 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Breakfast only on Sun. Catering available. Contact www.extreme-cuisine-catering.com for catering menu.

THE LOST DOG CAFE: 13 Center St., Folly Beach. 588-9669. Full breakfast and lunch. Breakfast burritos, bagel and croissant sandwiches, quiche, French toast, fruit parfait, sandwich wraps, pasta, Reuben, burgers. Open daily, 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

MAIN'S MARKET: 1084 Hwy. 174, Edisto. (843) 869-1337. Restaurant and garden shop. B/L. Upscale sandwiches, soups and salads. Supper-to-go casseroles, bread pudding and other homemade food to reheat in your home. Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY: 1903 Hwy. 17 N., Suite 103, Mt. P. 388-0052. Homemade hand-folded ice cream, fresh baked cones, brownies, apple pie, nonfat yogurt, shakes. Sun.-Thu., noon-10:30 p.m., Fri./Sat., noon-11:30 p.m.

* MED DELI: 90 Folly Rd. 766-0323. Deli and grilled sandwiches, nightly dinner specials, pan-fried flounder, black bean soup and goat cheese wontons, retail wine selection. L/D. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

MOM & POP PIZZA & SUBS: 1291 Folly Rd., James Isl. 762-7314. Homemade Italian specialties. Lasagna, pasta, pizza, & subs. James Isl. and Folly Beach deliveries. Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

MOOSE MOUNTAIN COFFEE & TEA CO.: 50 N. Market St. 853-0008. Muffins, bagels, croissants, home-style full breakfast, soups, sandwiches, salads and desserts. Live music Fri. and Sat. nights. Mon.-Thu. 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 7:30 a.m.-midnight, Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

MOSAIC CAFE: 1150 Hungryneck Blvd., Mt. P. 388-1490. Hamburgers, salads, pita sandwiches, pizza, pasta, wrap sandwiches. Children's menu. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. brunch/lunch.

* NATHAN'S: 2004 Ashley River Rd. 556-3354. Challah French toast, eggs, herring, smoked whitefish, cheese blintzes, freshly baked bagels and New York Jewish deli-style sandwiches. Mon., 6 a.m.-5 p.m., Tues.-Fri., 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat., 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun., 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

NEW YORK BUTCHER SHOPPE: Locations in Mt. P., James Isl. and downtown. Boar's Head Deli sandwiches, Heat & eat Italian Dishes, Lasagna, eggplant parmesan. 100% Certified Black Angus Beef. Mon.- Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m., 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun.

* PAOLO'S: 41 John St., downtown. 577-0099. Italian Gelateria. 62 assorted flavors of Italian-style ice cream made daily, cannoli, sundaes, shakes, pastry, beverages, crepes. Tues.-Thu., 2 p.m.-10 p.m., Fri, noon-11:30 p.m., Sun., noon-9 p.m.

PAPA ZU ZU'S: 370 King St., 534-1666. Middle Eastern and Greek wraps, pita sandwiches, hummus, vegetarian sandwiches and soups, beef and chicken gyros. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

PHILLY EXPRESS CHEESE STEAKS: 6185-A Rivers Ave. 572-7775. Specializing in Philly cheese steaks and Philadelphia-style hoagies. Mon.-Sat. 10:45 a.m.-9 p.m. Delivery for large groups if notified in advance.

* PHILLY'S HOUSE OF CHEESESTEAKS: 3842 Rivers Ave., N. Chas. 747-7499. Philadelphia-style cheese steaks with a choice of cheese, sauteed sweet peppers, onions, mushrooms and fresh lettuce and tomato. Fried shrimp & fish, hot dogs and wings. Mon.-Thu. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri./Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Delivery and take-out.

PHILLY'S RESTAURANT: 4650 Ladson Rd. at the Oakbrook Shopping Ctr., S'ville. Original-style cheese steak sandwiches, steaks, hoagies, pasta, homemade lasagna, salads, strombolis, calzones. 40-year old family owned business. Mon.- Sat., 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

* PITA KING: 437 King St. ,722-1977. Middle Eastern specialties. Baba ghanoush, gyros, hummus, schwarma, lamb, daily specials. Sun.-Thu. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

PITA PIT: 321 King St. 723-0880. Pita sandwiches and salads. Sandwich meats grilled to order. Souvlaki, gyros, chicken, vegetarian. Soups. Mon.-Wed., 11-2 a.m., Thu.-Sat., 11-3 a.m., Sun., noon-2 a.m. Free delivery downtown.

ROCK-N-ROLL STEW PRESENTS THE ELECTRIC EATERY: 622 Old Trolley Rd., Suite 102, S'ville. 821-3354. Health-oriented. Salads, sandwiches, soups, desserts. Organic chicken and produce. Boars Head meats and cheeses. Lactose & gluten free foods available. Free delivery in S'ville. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

ROLY POLY: 429 King St. 853-8084. Hot and cold wrap sandwich specialties. Sun.-Thu. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri./Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

RUTLEDGE COFFEE & CREAM: 511 Rutledge Ave., downtown. 723-2232. Coffee, latte, smoothies, tea, biscuits, bagels, croissants, homemade chicken and tuna salads sandwiches, salad, Reuben, BLT, ice cream. Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Downtown delivery.

* SEA BISCUIT CAFE: 21 J.C. Long Blvd. 886-4079. Lowcountry breakfasts and lunch, homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts. Screen porch dining. B/L. $3-$8. Tue.-Fri. 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 7:30-1 p.m. Cash and local checks only.

SEA COW EATERY: 145 Jungle Rd., Edisto Bch., (843) 869-3222. Omelets, French toast, shrimp & eggs, biscuits, BLT, BBQ, shrimp salad roll. Assorted sandwiches, salads, and desserts. B/L, daily, 7 a.m.-2 p.m.

SIDI'S COOK HOUSE: 4430 Bohicket Rd., John's Is. 768-4239. Casual breakfast and lunch with a fancy, continental dinner menu with an emphasis on local seafood. Pizza, local seafood, salads, crab salad, mussels, crabcakes, fried green tomatoes, strip steak. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

SKIPPERS SPORTS GRILL: 1175 Folly Rd., 762-2255. Burgers, wings, wraps, salads, spring rolls, filet steak bites, sandwiches, chicken strips, onion rings, fries, poppers. 22 TV's, 4 Big Screen TV's. Live music Fri. nights. Mon.-Fri., 4 p.m.-2 a.m., Sat./Sun. noon-2 a.m.

SNAPPY'S HOT DOG: 75 Old Trolley Rd. 851-9911. Grilled beef and pork Hoffman's hot dogs. Homemade pies and chili, daily. Soft-serve custard. Assorted dog toppings. Chili cheese fries. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

SOUL VEGETARIAN: 3225 A. Rivers Ave., North Charleston. 744-1155. Vegan specialties. Lasagna, gyros, baked tofu, pasta casserole, mock-chicken salad, fresh juices, shakes, nightly specials and more. L/D/Sun. brunch.

THE SQUARE ONION: 18-B Resolute Ln., off Mathis Ferry Rd. 856-42GO. To-go, soups, small & large casseroles, appetizers, side dishes, sandwiches and daily specials. L/D. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

SWEETSMITH BAKERY: Orange Grove Plaza, West Ashley. 573-2322. Specialty pastries for walk-in and special event ordering. Cinnamon rolls, fresh muffins, cinnamon pecan coffee cake, fresh-brewed coffee, assorted cheesecakes, key lime squares, sugar cookies. Wedding and theme cakes for special occasions. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-1 p.m., Sat., 8 a.m.- 1 p.m.

* SWEETWATER CAFE: 137 Market St. 723-7121, downtown. 801 Folly Rd., 762-2622, James Isl. 103 S. Main St., S'ville, 821-9101. '50s-style diner serving Lowcountry favorites and hearty breakfasts. Shrimp and grits, omelets, French toast, chocolate chip pancakes, sandwiches and burgers. B/L Downtown and James Isl. locations are open, daily. Mon.-Thu. 7 a.m.-3 p.m., Fri./Sat. 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Summerville serves B/L/D. Call for hours.

SWEETWATER GRILL AND CAFE: 103 S. Main St., S'ville. 821-9101. Shrimp and grits, omelets, French toast, pancakes, sandwiches and burgers. Southern homestyle dinners. Pork chops, kitchen. Monthly food feature theme. Mon.-Thu. 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri./Sat. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

* WHOLE FOODS MARKET: 923 Houston Northcutt Blvd., Mt. P. 971-7420. Organic/fresh supermarket with cafeteria featuring salad bar, assorted hot and cold gourmet salads, meat/fish dishes, casseroles, pizza, pastries, sandwiches and soups. Eat-in/take-out. Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

* YE OLE FASHIONED ICE CREAM & SANDWICH CAFE: 474 Hwy. 17 S., 6554 Rivers Ave., 602 Old Trolley Rd., 1205 N. Main St. 1502 Hwy. 17 N., 209-A St. James Ave., Tail Race Plaza in Moncks Corner. BLT w/ 10 bacon slices, chef salads, triple-decker sandwiches, homemade soups, shakes, malts and desserts. Call ahead for faster service. Sun.-Thu. 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-midnight.

* YOUR PLACE: 6 Market St., Downtown. 722-8360. Classic Charleston burger and sandwich joint. Huge burgers, fresh cooked fries and sandwiches served casual style. Lunch only. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

* 17W CAFE & BAR: 17 Warren St. 727-7687. Soups, salads, sandwiches. Daily soups, grilled panini, pimiento wrap, tuna salad melt, veggie burger. Mon.-Sat. L, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. D, 5 -8 p.m.

FRENCH

* BRASSERIE ON WENTWORTH: 68 Wentworth St. 534-9054. AAA Four Diamond restaurant. French-style bistro. Jumbo lump crabcake, European sea bass saute, 10 oz. grilled rib-eye steak, lobster bisque, bibb lettuce and fried vidalia onion salad. B/L, daily, 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m., D, daily, 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Sun. brunch, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

* COCO'S CAFE: 863 Houston Northcutt Blvd. 881-4949. Escargot, flounder, lamb shank, onion soup, coquilles St. Jacques, creme caramel, chocolate mousse. Reservations suggested.

* GAULART & MALICLET/FAST & FRENCH: 98 Broad St. 577-9797. Cheeses, gazpacho, fresh salads, daily specials. B/L/D. Mon. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Tue.-Thu. 8:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri., Sat. till 10:30 p.m.

MISTRAL: 99 S. Market St. 722-5708. Veal, sweetbreads, steak au poivre, rabbit, rack of lamb, coq au vin, monkfish, classic French desserts. Live music. Reservations suggested. Sun.-Thu. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. till midnight.

* 39 RUE DE JEAN: 39 John St. 722-8881. French brasserie cuisine, raw bar, extensive French wine list. $12-$15. Lunch daily from 11:30 a.m.; dinner 7 days/week. Full dinner served 5:30-11 p.m. Limited menu served through 1 a.m. Bar open until 2 a.m.

GERMAN

* MAX & MORITZ RESTAURANT: 920 Houston Northcutt Blvd. 856-9511. Eclectic European menu specializing in wiener schnitzel, Hungarian beef goulash, sauerbraten, pasta, seafood. Reservations suggested for 5 & up. Tue.-Thu., Sun. 5-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-10 p.m., Sun. brunch 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

MEDITERRANEAN

ATHENS: 325 FOLLY RD. 795-0957. Homemade Greek pizzas, salads, vegetarian specialties, pasta, chicken, seafood, veal, lamb, spanakopitas. Private room avail. for groups up to 50 people. $5-$12. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 10:30 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-2:30, 5-9:30 p.m. Local delivery available.

* CONTINENTAL CORNER: 123 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville. 871-1160. Gyro's, Greek salads, spanakopita, deli sandwiches, Greek specialty plates. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-8:30, Fri./Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. Brunch, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

GEORGE'S SPORTS: 1300 Savannah Hwy. 763-0605. Greek Gyro Sub, salads, jumbo wings, appetizers, full homemade lunch and dinner menu, giant subs, Black Angus burgers, steaks, pita pizzas, Greek chicken and shrimp. 17 satellites and 59 TVs. 11 a.m.-midnight.

MANNY'S: 1680 Hwy. 17. 763-3908 Steak, rotisserie chicken, gyros, Greek potatoes, pizza, pasta, seafood, wings, burgers. Daily 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Local delivery. www.mannysgrills.com

NORTH TOWNE Grill & seafood: 2093 Eagle Landing Blvd. 863-1001. Steaks, seafood, slow-roasted chicken, kabobs, pasta, desserts. Full bar. Features 600-gallon salt water aquarium. Reservations suggested. Sun.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m.

OLD TOWNE GRILL & SEAFOOD: 229 King St. 723-8170. Steaks, seafood, slow-roasted chicken, pasta. 300-gallon salt water aquarium. Reservations suggested. Sun.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m.

* OLYMPIK RESTAURANT & BAKERY: 1922 Savannah Hwy. 556-9359. Gyros, Greek salads, Greek chicken and potatoes, dosas, European pastries, cakes and cookies. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

* ZEUS GRILL & SEAFOOD: 725 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mt. P. 388-9992. Greek/American. Grilled rotisserie chicken, seafood, salads, steaks, lasagna, gyro plate, kabobs. Sun., 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.- 10:30 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m.

INDIAN

CHAND PALACE: 851 Savannah Hwy. 556-0772. Tandoori chicken wings, charred popri, Indian garden salad, shrimp marsala, lamb korma, fish tikka. Reservations suggested. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 5-10 p.m.

* NIRLEP INDIAN RESTAURANT: 908 Savannah Hwy., W. Ashley, 763-9923, and 536 Belle Station, Mt. P. 216-7979. Vegetable pakoras, vegetable samosa, pappadam, mint chutney, nan, baingan bhartha, channa masala, bhindi masala, lamb saag. Tue.-Sun. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Dinner daily 5-10 p.m.

IRISH/ENGLISH PUBS & RESTAURANTS

* BLUE ROSE CAFE: 652 St. Andrews Dlvd., W. Ashley. 225-Blue. American/Irish. imported Irish foods. Irish breakfast, house made scones, potato pancakes, soda bread, ploughman's platter, house-roasted turkey sandwich with cranberry/tangerine relish, curried chicken salad, soups, sandwiches. Daily, 7 a.m.- 3 p.m. Sun. brunch is served from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner, Thu.-Sat., 5-9 p.m..

* DUNLEAVY'S PUB: 2213 A. Middle St., Sullivan's Island. 883-9646. Pub fare. Burgers, soups, salads, steaks. Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 5:30-9:30 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

DOG & DUCK: 624-A Long Pt. Rd., Mt. P. 881-3056. Casual English pub. Family friendly. Soups, salads, sandwiches, fish & chips, steak sandwich, daily specials. Sun.-Thu. 11 a.m.-midnight. Fri./Sat. 11 a.m.-1 a.m.

BULL & FINCH: Towne Centre, Mt. P., 884-6455. Citadel Mall, West Ashley, 766-7429, 102 N. Market St., downtown. 720-4737. British-style pub food. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., daily. Bar open until 2 a.m. nightly.

CALDER'S BUFFALO PUB: 1971 Riviera Dr., Seaside Farms, Mt. P. 881-0049. Irish pub. Fish 'n' chips, Reubens, chicken wings, wraps and sandwiches. Mon.- Sun., 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m.

JIMMY DENGATES: 5 Cumberland St., Downtown. 722-1541. Legendary fried chicken, standard Southern sides, salads, sandwiches, burgers, boiled shrimp, soup and chili. Daily, 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

* MADRA RUA: 1034 E. Montague Ave., N. Charleston. 554-2522. Traditional Irish and American fare. Upscale nightly specials including tuna, salmon and rib-eye steaks. Fish & chips, Irish stew, shepherd's pie. Open daily 11 a.m.-1 a.m.

O'BRION'S: 361 N. Shelmore, I'On Square. 388-9733. Classic pub fare. Nightly dinner specials, whole Maine lobster, whole rack of baby back ribs and omelets. Patio seating available. Live entertainment on Fri. nights. Daily, 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m.

OCEANSONG CAFE: 1400 Palm Blvd., IOP. 886-0707. Pub/restaurant. Irish stew, homemade potato chips, salads, shepherd's pie, crabcakes, prime rib, salmon, steaks, sandwiches. Live music nightly. 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m., daily.

O'REILLY'S: 288 King St. 577-0406. Pub and seafood tavern. Crab dip, Irish chips, Lowcountry crabcakes, salads, she-crab soup, raw bar. Daily from 11:30 a.m.

TOMMY CONDON'S: 160 Church St. 577-3818. Irish and American fare. Potato chowder, fish 'n' chips, shepherd's pie, steaks, chicken, seafood. Daily, 11 a.m.-1 a.m.

ITALIAN

* AL DI LA: 25 Magnolia Rd., West Ashley. 571-2321. Northern Italian cuisine. homemade pasta, soups, prosciutto-wrapped chicken stuffed w/ wild mushroom risotto. D, Tues.-Sat. 6-10 p.m. Store hours: Tues.-Fri., 2-5 p.m., Sat., noon-5 p.m.

BELLES HOUSE OF PIZZA: 975 Bacons Bridge Rd., S'ville. Greek & Italian specialties. Hand-tossed pizza. Subs, salad, steak, pasta, pizza. Dine-in/take-out. Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Benito's: 1244 Belk Drive, Towne Ctr., Mt. P. 856-9639. Pizza, pasta, salads, daily specials. Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

BOCCI'S: 158 Church St. 720-2121. Bruschetta, veal saltimbocca, ravioli arrabiata. Sun.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m.

CAPRICCIO RISTORANTE: 1034 Chuck Dawley Blvd. 881-5550. Mussels pescatore, rigatoni rossolo, scaloppine al marsala, ciaprino livornese. Tues.-Sat., 4 p.m.- until.

CIBO'S: 608 Harbor View Rd., James Isl. 762-2003. Pasta, pizza, subs, salads. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 a.m., Sun. 12 p.m.-9 p.m.

DENIRO'S: 1035 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. 216-9744. Italian deli. Clams, mussels, veal, steak Parmesan, fish, sandwiches. Lunch served Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner, Mon.-Thurs. 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m., Fri./Sat. 5:30-9:30 p.m.

* EDGAR'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT & BAR: Wild Dunes Resort. 886-2296. Traditional/contemporary Italian fare served in a relaxed setting overlooking the Links Course. Extensive wine list. Children welcome. Live entertainment. Open to the public. Reservations required. B/L/D, Tues.-Sat., 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun./Mon., 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

* FULTON FIVE: 5 Fulton St. 853-5555. Northern Italian fare. Osso buco alla Milanese and risotto w/ truffles. Located in historic Charleston. Reservations suggested. Patio dining avail. Mon.-Sat. from 5:30 p.m.

GARIBALDI CAFE: 49 S. Market St. 723-7153. Fresh local seafood, Italian fare, crispy flounder, snapper au poivre, shrimp w/ risotto cake. Sun.-Thu. 5:30-10:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m.

GENNARO'S Restaurante: 8500 Dorchester Rd. 760-9875. Grilled seafood, veal, Angus steaks, chicken, pasta. Mon.-Sat. 4:30-11 p.m.

* IL CORTILE DEL RE: 193 A King St. 853-1888. Authentic Italian fare. Wild boar, hard-to-find cheeses, exclusive Italian wine list. Patio dining avail. Mon.-Sat. 6-10:30 p.m. Reservations suggested.

JOE PASTA: 428 King St. 965-5252. Pasta w/ you-pick-it sauces & toppings, Parmesan sandwich, salad, appetizers. Full bar. Daily 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till midnight.

* MONDO'S DELIGHT: 915 Folly Rd. 795-8400. Homemade cooking. Focaccia made daily. Hot/cold sandwiches w/ Boar's Head, salads, pasta, seafood, steaks. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5-9:30 p.m.

TOM PORTARO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT: 5600 Rivers Ave., N. Charleston. 747-1128. Family-style Italian. Antipasto, salads, veal scaloppine, steaks, sausage, spaghetti and meatballs. Tues.-Sat. 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

* PENACHIOS SEAFOOD & ITALIAN RESTAURANT: 2447 Ashley River Road. 402-9640. Northern Italian seafood and nightly specials. Piano bar and banquet room. Reservations suggested. Mon.-Thu. 4-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 4-11 p.m.

RAVENNA'S: 217 Lucas St., Mt. P. 388-0557. Southern Italian. Shrimp bruschetta, calamari, snapper with crabmeat, surf & turf, chicken Florentino, seafood Fradiavio, Italian cheesecake, cannoli, tiramisu. L/D. Sun.-Thu., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 4:30-9 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 4:30-9 p.m.

SETTE: 201 Coleman Blvd., Mt. P. 388-8808. Upscale Italian at affordable prices. Pasta, beef, fish and chicken dishes. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. , Thu. 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5 p.m.-10 p.m.

* SIENNA: 901 Island Park Drive, Daniel Isl. 881-8820. Contemporary Italian. Potato & smoked salmon lasagna, crudo of seafood, Italian wedding soup with truffled meatballs, olive oil poached snapper, crispy whole Main lobster, flourless gianduja cake. Mon.-Thu., 5-10 p.m., Fri./Sat., 5-11 p.m. Lunch, Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

SOURI'S ITALIAN BISTRO: 3369 S. Morgan's Pt. Rd., Mt. P. 388-2323. Fine dining Northern Italian style. Lasagna, sausage & peppers, eggplant parmesan, stuffed flounder, mussels, clams, marsala, marinara. Mon.-Sat., 5 p.m.-10 p.m.

THAT'S AMORE PIZZERIA: 2700 Highway 17N., Mt. P. Hand-tossed pizzas, calzones, Greek salads, subs, pasta dishes, cheesecakes. Local delivery. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m.-9 p.m.

* THE RED PEPPER: 709 N. Main St., S'ville. 873-8600. Homemade Italian regional specialties. Veal piccatta, lobster ravioli, veal chops, Black Angus steaks, carbonara and marsala sauces, pasta, salads, steaks. Mon.-Thu. 11:30 am.-9 p.m., Fri. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat., noon-10 p.m. Outside dining available.

UNION HALL: 16 N. Market St., 377-1090. Northern Italian specialties. Gnocchi, ravioli, pasta, seafood, veal, Tuscan bean soup, salads, pulled suckling pig. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sun.-Thu. 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Fri./Sat., 5 p.m.-1 a.m.

VESUVIOS: 3346 Ashley Phosphate, N. Chas. 552-7700. All-you-can-eat buffet. Pizza, pasta, salad bar, desserts and more. All-day free delivery in N. Chas. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Delivery until 11 a.m. Sun., noon-10 p.m.

LOWCOUNTRY/SOUL

* AUNT BEA'S: 1050 E. Montague, N. Chas. 554-3007. Home-style Southern cooking. fried chicken & soups daily. Daily specials. Flounder, burgers, walnut chicken salad, meatloaf, chicken & rice, country fried steak. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Tues., Family night, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

BOOKSTORE CAFE: 412 King St. 720-8843. Eggs over island potato casseroles, roasted pork and fried green tomato sandwich, sweet potato biscuits, fresh baked breads, scones, pastries. Breakfast all day. Catering avail. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

* BOULEVARD DINER: 409 Coleman Blvd. 216-2611. Omelets, fried steak and eggs, crabcake Benedict, crabcake sliders, fried dill pickles, buttermilk thyme & black pepper fried boneless chicken breast w/ green tomato chutney, daily blue plate specials, desserts, kids menu. Mon.-Sat., 7 a.m.-10:30 a.m. L/D, Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

ERNIE'S: 64 Spring St., Chas. 723-8591. Home-style Southern soul food. Lima beans, fried chicken, fried fish, okra, beef stew. Mon.-Thu. 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri./Sat. 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

* GULLAH CUISINE: 1717 Hwy. 17 N., Mt. P. 881-9076. Gullah-style food. She-crab soup, shrimp & grits, crabcakes, red rice, Gullah rice, okra gumbo. Lunch Mon. - Sat., 11 a.m.- 4 p.m., Dinner 4 p.m.-9:30. All U Can Eat Buffet ($5.95) 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

* HOMINY GRILL: 207 Rutledge Ave. 937-0930. Simple Southern fare, shrimp & brown gravy, fried chicken w/ collard greens, mashed potatoes, fried green tomatoes, BLT, buttermilk pie. B/L/D/Sun. brunch. Call for hours.

IDLE HOUR: 1065 E. Montague Ave., N. Chas. 747-3280. Classic deli/cafe. Burgers, hot dogs, assorted sandwiches, hot daily lunch specials. Mon. - Fri., 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. -3 p.m.

ISLAND SOUL FOOD CAFE: 3157 East Maybank, Hwy., Johns Isl. 559-0404. Southern soul food. Biscuits and gravy, fried chicken, fried fish. Mon.-Sat., 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

JASMINE PORCH: 1 Sanctuary Bch. Drive, Kiawah. 768-6253. Lowcountry and regional favorites with an emphasis on seafood. Casual elegant seaside dining. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Daily, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

* JESTINE'S KITCHEN: 251 Meeting St. 722-7224. Southern food. Fried pork chops, fried chicken, fried green tomatoes, corn fritters, seafood, veggies, desserts. Tue.-Thu. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 10 p.m., Sun. till 9 p.m.

LJ's: 587 King St., Downtown. 577-7855. Soul food lunch specials. Meatloaf, smothered pork chops, fried chicken, BBQ ribs, turkey wings, red rice, seafood. Lunch served Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Sat. noon-until. Call for bar hours.

* MARTHA LOU'S KITCHEN: 1068 Morrison Dr., Chas. 577-9583. Diner. Breakfast and meat-and-three-sides plates of classic Southern food. Smothered shrimp, fried chicken, pork chops, chitterlings, corn bread, macaroni, okra stew, collards and bread pudding. Daily specials. B/L//D. Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

MASTER CHEF OF CHARLESTON: 4973 Rivers Ave., N. Chas. 744-7666. Fried & baked chicken, whiting, pork chops, Italian sausage, daily soups. Fri. night "all u can eat" seafood bar. Wed./Thu. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

MRS. SMITH'S HOME COOKING & CATERING: 1205 Ashley River Rd., W. Ashley. 766-7303. Soul food. Daily specials, spicy chicken sandwiches, pork chops, fish, shrimp and wing dinners, cornbread, salads, mac & cheese. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-midnight. Catering available.

PO' BOYS BAR & GRILL: 6251 Highway 162, Hollywood. 889-4988. Sandwiches, burgers, wraps, fried seafood baskets, crawfish tails, honey glazed Cajun grouper, grilled fish & steaks. Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Mon.-Sat., 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

POOGAN'S PORCH: 72 Queen St. 577-2337. Creole, jambalaya, gumbo, she-crab soup, fresh seafood, quail, alligator, peanut butter pie. Patio and porch dining avail. Daily, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-9:30 p.m., Sun. brunch, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

* ROSEBANK FARMS CAFE: 1886 Andell Bluff Blvd. at the Bohicket Marina Village, Seabrook Is. 768-1807. Southern cuisine with eclectic flair overlooking Bohicket Creek. Fried chicken, veal meatloaf, fried seafood, grilled tuna, cowboy steak, homemade cakes and pies. Daily 11 a.m.-2:00 p.m., 5-9:30 p.m.

ST. JOHNS ISLAND CAFE: 3140 Maybank HWY., Johns Isl. 559-9090. Made-from-scratch breads, desserts, entrees and truffles. Daily specials. Meat loaf, pork chops, lasagna, omelets, grits, sandwiches, burgers, seafood, pasta. Mon.-Sat. 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. Brunch 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

SALT & PEPPER: 1039 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. P. 881-8646. fried chicken, lima beans, collards. Southern and Greek specialties. Mon.-Sat. 6 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

SAVANNA'S: 114 Central Ave., S'ville. 871-6995. Traditional Lowcountry dishes & desserts. Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5 p.m.-9 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sun. brunch, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

THE SWAMP FOX: 387 King St. 724-8888. Soup, Caesar salad, steaks, leg of duck, fried crawfish tails, Hoppin' John, fried green tomatoes, crabcakes, Key Lime pie. Daily, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

SWANEE'S: 7648 Northwoods Blvd., N. Chas. 820-1325. Southern cooking served cafeteria style. Lunch & dinner specials daily. Salisbury steak, liver, meatloaf, oxtails, cube steak, fried fish, creamy grits. Fried chicken daily. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

SWEETGRASS CAFE: 1137 Market St., downtown. 723-7121. Fried shrimp, steaks, fried green tomatoes, shrimp & grits, Reservations accepted. Mon. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

VENDUE KITCHEN HOUSE: 23 Vendue Range, downtown. 723-0485. Southern smokehouse specializing in meat and seafood. Upscale casual. Crabcakes, soup, fried green tomatoes, ribs, beef brisket, fried chicken, Carolina rock hen. Tues..-Sat., 6-10 p.m.

WOLFTRACK INN: 1807 Parsonage Rd. 763-0853. Daily homemade Lowcountry lunch specials. $5.95 includes tea and dessert. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Bar food and specials till 10 p.m.

MEXICAN/SOUTHWESTERN/ LATIN

CISCO'S CAFE: 1114 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. 571-6441. Fajitas, Pollo Fundido, Jo Sullivan. Outdoor dining. Seasonal live entertainment. Mon.-Thu., 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m.

EL DORADO: 1109 Savannah Hwy, Chas., 763-0699. Tacos, quesadillas, burritos, enchiladas, tamales, refried beans. Mon.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Sun. 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

* EL MERCADITO: 3775 Maybank Highway. 559-7216. Mexican specialties. Taco's, burritos, enchiladas, flautas, daily specials. Daily 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

* EL PROGRESO: 1318 Remount Rd. N. Chas. 747-2977. Mexican specialties. Fried whole tilapia, sopes, tortas, burritos, carne azada, tacos. Daily, 10 a.m.-midnight.

JOSUE RESTAURANT: 7550 Dorchester Rd., N. Chas. 767-5558. Puerto Rican and Dominican cuisine. Stews, onion steak, refried beef, pork chunks, Caribbean beans, fried plantains, cow stomach soup, pigs feet. Sun.-Thu., 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri./Sat., 10 p.m.-2 a.m. with DJ salsa merengue and dancing.

* JUANITA GREENBERG'S NACHO ROYALE: 439 King St. 723-NACHO. Quesadillas, burritos, margaritas, outside patio dining. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till midnight, Sun. noon-10 p.m.

LA COCINA MEXICANA: 1276 Redbank Rd., Goose Crk. 574-9575. Mexican specialties. Daily lunch specials with rice, beans and taco salad, $5.95. Fajitas, tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, tortillas, camarones. Daily, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

LA MEXICANITA: 8780 Rivers Ave., N. Chas. 797-0801. Mexican, specializing in home-made, low fat cooking. Daily specials. Chili rellenos, enchilada suiza, shredded beef burritos, tamales, cheese quesadillas, soups. Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-2:45 p.m., Wed.-Fri., 5 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

* LOS REYES: 7620 Rivers Ave., N. Chas. 824-6422. Mexican specialties. Carnitas, enchiladas rancheras, Cancun shrimp, fajitas, mojarra, vegetarian and children's plates. Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

* MOE'S SOUTHWESTERN GRILL: 381 King St. 577-7727. Burritos, tacos, quesadillas, nachos, salads, fajitas and dips. Daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

PUEBLO GRILL: 2810 Ashley Phosphate Rd., N. Chas. Mexican specialties. Daily, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

RIO GRANDE: 1975 Magwood Rd., W. Ashley. 766-1496. House specialties/authentic platters. Burritos in a chile verde sauce, sopes, taco de asada, chimichangas, enchiladas, cheese steak burritos. Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

* SANTI'S RESTAURANTE MEXICANO: 1302 Meeting Street Rd. 722-2633. Mexican specialties. Enchiladas, flautas, tacos, wet burrito, tamales, burritos, shrimp stuffed avocado, tostadas, quesadillas. Daily 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

* SO CAL BURRITO: 440 Coleman Blvd. Mt. P. 216-0708. Burritos, tacos and quesadillas with pinto or black beans, cheese, guacamole, steak, pork, chicken, fish, fresh salsas. Daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Bar open till midnight.

YO BURRITO: 86 Wentworth St. 853-EATS (3287), downtown and 675 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. P. 856-0061. Specialty burritos, quesadillas, tacos, salads, soups. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Free delivery.

PIZZA

A DOUGH RE MI: 1220 Ben Sawyer Blvd. 881-6989; 1010 Ocean Blvd. 886-0666. Authentic N.Y. thin-crust pizza, calzones, strombolis, chicken & spinach rolls, wings, pasta dinners, gyros. Front beach dining at IOP location. Local delivery. Mon.-Thu. 11-1 a.m., Fri.-Sat. till 2 a.m., Sun till 10 p.m.

* ANDOLINI'S: 82 Wentworth St. 722-7437, downtown, 1117 Savannah Hwy, W. Ashley, 225-4743 & 414 W. Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, 849-7437. Fresh, hand tossed N.Y. style pies, salads, calzones. Fresh sauce and homemade dough prepared daily. Patio dining available & call ahead for take out at all stores, curbside pickup at Mt. Pleasant location. Downtown, Sun.-Thus., 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11 a.m.-midnight. W. Ashley & Mt. Pleasant, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., daily.

GILROY'S: 353 King St. 937-9200. Pizzas, calzones, salads, subs. Sun.-Wed. 11 a.m.-3 a.m., Thu.-Sat. 11 a.m.-4 a.m. Deliver all day/night.

* MELLOW MUSHROOM: 309 King St. 723-7374. Gourmet pizza, calzones, hoagies, salads, pretzels, large beer selection. Carry-out/dine-in. Daily 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

MOM & POP'S PIZZA & SUBS: 1291 Folly Rd. 762-7314. New York-style pizza and subs, calzones, stromboli, wings, Philly cheese steaks, salads, ice cream. Daily. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri. till 11 p.m., Sun. till 9 p.m. Free Delivery.

THE PIE HOUSE: 39 Center St., Folly Beach, 588-0265. Pizza, calzones, lasagna, salads, Boar's Head sandwiches. Delivery avail. for selected areas. Daily 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

* SHARKY'S PIZZA: 306 King St. 722-7200. Authentic New York-style Italian food. Family-owned and run. Pizza, calzones, subs, wraps, salads and pizza by the slice. Mon.-Sat. 11:00 a.m.-2 a.m. Sun. noon-midnight. Delivery available during all hours of operation.

SHORTY'S PIZZA: 2390 Hwy. 41, Mt. P. 849-0101. Chicken hero, cheese steak, meatball Parmesan, chipotle chili, hot dogs, pizza. Boar's Head products. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Delivery available within 5-10 mile radius.

WOODY'S: 39 Center St., Folly Beach. 588-0088. New Age California-style subs, sandwiches, pizzas & calzones. Casual environment. Beer, wine & mixed drinks served. Sun.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11:30 a.m.-midnight.

SEAFOOD

A.W. SHUCKS: 70 State 723-1151. Stuffed shrimp and Shucks casserole, she-crab soup, raw bar, steaks, chicken. Outdoor seating avail. Sun.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

* BLOSSOM: 171 E. Bay St. 722-9200. Seafood with a Southern accent. Local fish and produce. Fried shrimp, seared tuna, house-made crab ravioli, wood oven pizza, ratatouille lasagna. Patio dining available. Mon.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri./Sat. 11:30 a.m.-midnight, Sun. brunch 11 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.

BLUE BAY SEAFOOD BUFFET: 6258 Rivers Ave. 566-1668. 80-item buffet, all-you-can-eat crab legs, fresh mussels, mahi mahi, hibachi-grilled steaks, prime rib, sushi. Daily 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Mon.-Thu. 4:30-10:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 4:30-11 p.m., Sun. 4:30-10 p.m.

* BOATHOUSE: Downtown-549 East Bay St. 577-7171. Isle of Palms-101 Palm Blvd. 886-8000. Fresh seafood, steaks, pasta, crabcakes w/ waterfront views on IOP and raw bar downtown. Reservations suggested. Sun. brunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Dinner Sun.-Thu. 5-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m.

* BOWEN'S ISLAND: Two miles before Folly Beach. 795-2757. Oysters, fried shrimp, lump crabcake, shrimp and grits. Waterfront view. Mon.-Sat. 5-10 p.m. No cards accepted.

BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO.: 99 S. Market St. 723-5665. As Bubba says, "shrimp is the fruit of the sea, you can broil it, boil it, stir fry it, there's coconut, Cajun, shrimp scampi ..." Daily 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.

NOISY OYSTER ON JOHNS ISLAND: 2408 Maybank Hwy. 559-3552. Fresh seafood, steaks, pasta, chicken, soups, salads, daily specials, homemade desserts. Water views. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Sun. till 10 p.m.

CHARLESTON CRAB HOUSE: 41 S. Market St. 853-2900,145 Wappoo Creek Dr. 795-1963, Hwy. 17 N., Mt. P. 884-1617, 800 N. Main St. S'ville 873-5122. Local seafood, crab puppies, she-crab soup, steamed crab, shrimp & grits, crabcakes. Patio dining & waterfront view at Chas. location. Mon.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 10:30 p.m., Sun. till 9:30 p.m.

* CHEZ FISH: 3966 Betsy Kerrison Pkwy., John's Isl. 768-0753. French influenced recipes. Soups, salads, fried seafood platter, rack of lamb, pecan encrusted grouper, filet mignon au poivre, nightly specials. Daily. 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun. brunch, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Lunch served all day. Reservations recommended.

* COAST : 39-D John St. (behind 39 Rue de Jean on Hutson Alley). 722-8838. Features fresh fish daily. Red Snapper Almondine, Crab Stuffed Flounder and nightly specials. Mon.-Sat. 5:30-until. Bar open late with live music every Tues. and Sat., 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Indoor/outdoor seating. Reservations recommended.

EAST BAY CRAB SHACK: 205 East Bay St. 853-8600. Fried and steamed seafood with Southern flair. Daily 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 5-10 p.m.

EASTERBY'S FAMILY GRILLE: 2388 Ashley River Rd. 556-5707. Steaks, seafood, barbecue, all-you-can-eat specials, catering. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

FISH: 442 King St. 722-FISH. Fresh seafood with seasonal changing menu from local purveyors. Patio seating avail. Reservations suggested. Mon.-Fri. 11:30-2 p.m. Mon.-Sat. from 5:30 p.m.

FISHNET SEAFOOD: 3832 Savannah Highway. 571-2423. Fresh fish, shrimp, oysters, deep-fried crabs with garlic butter, coleslaw, hush puppies, seafood dinners. Mon.-Fri. 10:30 a.m.-6:25 p.m. Sat. 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

FOLLY BEACH CRAB SHACK: 24 Center St. 588-3080. Fresh steamed crabs, clams, mussels, shrimp, fried seafood, deviled crabs, barbecue, ribs in relaxed atmosphere. Daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

GILLIGAN'S STEAMER & RAW BAR: 160 Main Rd., Johns Is. 766-2244. 1475 Long Grove Dr., Mt. P 849-2244. 3852 Ladson Rd., S'ville. 821-2244. 219 St. James Ave., Goose Creek, 818-2244.582 Dock Rd., Moncks Corner. 761-2255. Local seafood, domestic wild-caught shrimp, chicken, steak, pasta, hush puppies. Call for hours.

HANK'S: 10 Hayne St., 723-3474. Classic seafood w/ modern specials and chef's dishes. Reservations suggested except for community table. Sun.-Thu. 5-10:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-11:30 p.m.

HYMAN'S: 213 Meeting St. 723-6000. Fresh seafood and Lowcountry specials. Historic building with view of Market. L/D. Daily 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat./Sun. B buffet 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Private dining and banquet facilities available.

LOCKLEAR'S: 320 Coleman Blvd. in the Shops of Mt. P. (formerly Los Loros). 884-3346, 504 Folly Rd. 762-2549. Fresh seafood, pasta, chicken, steaks. Deck seating avail. at James Is. location. Call separate locations for hours. Folly Rd. location serves Sun. Brunch starting at 10 a.m.

LONG ISLAND CAFE: 1515-A Palm Blvd. 886-8809. Fresh seafood, sandwiches, salads, burgers, fried shrimp, grilled tuna, salmon, mahi, grouper, Wahoo, kid's menu. Reservations suggested. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Daily from 5:30 p.m., Sun. brunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

MORGAN CREEK GRILL: 80 41st Ave., Isle of Palms. 886-8980. Fresh seafood, steaks, chef specialties. Views of IOP Marina and Intracoastal Waterway. Weekend reservations suggested. Daily, 5 p.m.-until. Brunch, Sun. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Live music Thu. and Fri. nights.

NOISY OYSTER: 24 N. Market St. 723-0044. Oyster bar. Fresh local oysters, shrimp, flounder, steaks, burgers, chicken, lobster tails. Sun.-Thu., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Fri./Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

NOISY OYSTER: 7571 Rivers Ave. 824-1000. Fresh, fried, grilled or broiled seafood, steaks, pasta, chicken, soup, salads, sandwiches, homemade desserts. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 10:30 p.m., Sun till 9 p.m.

THE PRIVATEER: 1882 Andell Bluff Blvd. 768-1290. Seafood, steaks, crabcakes, sauteed grouper, prime rib, she-crab soup. Harbor and sunset views. Daily 5 p.m.-10 p.m.

RB's SEAFOOD RESTAURANT: 97 Church St. Mt. P. 881-0466. Seafood. Local oysters, shrimp. Salmon Oscar, sesame crusted tuna, baked stuffed grouper, Lowcountry crabcakes, shrimp salad, prime rib. Daily, 11:30 a.m.- 10:30 p.m.

* RIVER CAFE: 88 Sandbar Ln., Folly Beach 588-2255. Seafood, pasta, steak, crabcakes. Mon.-Thu. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. till 5:30-10 p.m.

RIVER WATCH GRILL: 4350 Bridge View Dr., North Charleston. 744-4340. Seven varieties of surf & turf, pasta and salads. Ashley River views. Jazz every Thu. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

* RJ'S SEASHELL RESTAURANT: 41 Center Street, Folly Beach. 588-9001. Breakfast all day, brunch everyday, local seafood, Lowcountry favorites in a '50s-style diner. Open daily, 8 a.m.-midnight.

THE ROCKFISH GRILL: Hilton Charleston Harbor Resort, 20 Patriot's Point Rd, Mt. P. 856-0028. Lowcountry seafood, crabcakes, pasta dinners. Charleston Harbor views. Daily 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 5:30-10 p.m.

* SEE WEE: 4804 Hwy. 17 N. 928-3609. She-crab soup, fresh veggies and seafood, homemade desserts located in old general store. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri. till 10 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

SHEM CREEK BAR & GRILL: 508 Mill St. 884-8102. Steamed, fried, and grilled seafood, steaks, lobster, Southern creole, fresh shucked oysters & clams at oyster bar. Sun. brunch. Mon.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

STARFISH GRILLE: 101 E. Arctic Ave. on Folly Pier, 588-2518. Seafood, appetizers, pasta, salad, sandwiches, desserts. Atlantic Ocean views. Daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. til 11 p.m.

SULLIVAN'S: 2019 Middle St., Sullivan's Island. 883-3222. Fresh local seafood, steaks and pasta served in a family-oriented environment. Sun. 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Sun. brunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

SUNSET GRILL: 3702 Docksite Rd., Edisto Beach. 869-1010. Fresh local seafood, flounder stuffed w/ crab meat under crab cream sauce. Sunset and water views. Sun. brunch. Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., dinner from 5 p.m.

TIDEWATER GRILL: 427 Coleman Blvd., Mt. P. 971-9797. Fine seafood. Crab cake & portobello, calamari, fried seafood platter, catch Grenoblaise, grouper with crab, shallot & butter cream. L, Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., D, Mon.-Thu., 5:30-9:30 p.m., Fri./Sat., 5:30-10 p.m.

THE TRAWLER: 100 Church St. Shem Creek. 884-2560. Seafood, pasta, land-lover specials, extensive wine list, happy hour. Live entertainment Fri.-Sat. Daily from 11:30 a.m. Private rooms available.

WATER'S EDGE: 1407 Shrimp Boat Ln., Mount Pleasant. 884-4074. Crab dip, fish chunks, fried oyster, dirty rice, collards, grouper, grits, vegetarian alternatives, extensive wine list, Sun. brunch. Shem Creek views. Daily from 11 a.m.

WEST ASHLEY CRAB SHACK: 1901 Ashley River Rd. 763-4494. Fresh steamed crabs, clams, mussels, shrimp, fried seafood, deviled crabs, barbecue, ribs. Daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

* THE WRECK: 106 Haddrell St. 884-0052. Lowcountry seafood, fried shrimp, oysters, scallops, flounder, grouper, mahi-mahi. Shem Creek views. Daily 5-8:45 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 9:45 p.m. Cash only.

UPSCALE/SOUTHERN

* ANSON: 12 Anson St. 577-0551. Day-boat seafood, chops, light entrees, barbecue or cashew-crusted grouper, she-crab soup, shrimp & grits. Balcony seating avail. Bar opens 5 p.m., seating starts 5:30 p.m.

BARONY HOUSE: 401 Altman St., Moncks Corner. 761-7600. Upscale Southern. Daily hot-plate specials and full menu. Soups, Salisbury steak, stir-fry, spaghetti, Parmesan-artichoke baked chicken, red rice, fried okra, collards & broccoli casserole. L, Sun.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. D, Mon.-Fri. 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

CAROLINA'S: 10 Exchange St. 724-3800. Southern dishes with an Asian flair. Crispy calamari, shrimp & crab wontons, sweet potato-crusted grouper, portobello mushrooms, desserts. Reservations suggested. Sun.-Thu. from 5-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m.

CHARLESTON CHOPS: 188 East Bay St. 937-9300. Live piano, steak, seafood and wines. Reservations suggested on w-ends. Daily from 5 p.m.

* CHARLESTON GRILL: 224 King St. 577-4522. Local, fresh produce, seafood and game prepared w/ French accent, Maine lobster tempura, baked grits, local Burlill duck w/ Vidalia hash pie. Courtyard view. Reservations requested. Sun.-Thu. 6-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 6-11 p.m.

* CIRCA 1886: 149 Wentworth St., behind Wentworth Mansion, 853-7828. Nouvelle Colonial Charleston cuisine, crabcake souffle, sauteed grouper over mushroom and goat cheese potatoes w/ Southern greens. Reservations suggested. Private dining up to 40. Mon.-Sat. 5:30-10 p.m.

* CYPRESS: 167 E. Bay St. 727-0111. American cuisine with Asian flair. Wood grill prepared steaks and seafood, shellfish bar, tableside service and casual bar menu. 4,500 bottle wine wall. Business/casual. Reservations suggested. Daily from 5:30 p.m.

82 QUEEN: 82 Queen St. 723-7591. Authentic Lowcountry cuisine, award-winning she-crab soup, crabcakes, barbecue shrimp & grits. Garden courtyard. Reservations suggested. Catering avail. Open 365 days/year 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

* GRILL 225: 225 East Bay St. at the Market Pavilion Hotel, downtown. 266-4222. USDA Prime Beef, International and local seafood with blue prawns, crabcakes and more. Fillets, steaks, lamb, 40 oz. Porterhouse and veal. Mon.-Sun. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Sun.-Thu., 5:30 p.m.-11 p.m., Fri./Sat. 5:30 p.m.-midnight

* HIGH COTTON: 199 East Bay St. 724-3815. American fare w/ straightforward, hearty and robust red meat, game, fresh fish, wine. Dinner daily from 5:30 p.m., lunch Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Jazz Brunch Sun. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Live entertainment nightly.

* MAGNOLIAS: 185 E. Bay St. 577-7771. Down-South cuisine w/ uptown twist, shrimp sausage & grits, down-South egg roll, veal meatloaf, coriander-seared tuna fillet. Private dining room avail. Reservations suggested. Sun.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri./Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun. brunch served until 3:45 p.m.

* MCCRADY'S: 2 Unity Aly. 577-0025. Contemporary French-American cuisine, oven-roasted sea bass w/ melted leeks, fingerling potatoes and creamy lobster bisque. Bar opens at 5, nightly. Dinner, Sun.-Wed., 5:30- 10 p.m., Thus.- Sat., 5:30 - 11 p.m.

* MIDDLETON PLACE RESTAURANT: 4300 Ashley River Rd. 556-6020, Ext. 118. Lowcountry cuisine. She-crab soup, roasted lamb, seafood grits, duck, fresh seafood. Dinner reservations required. Daily, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and 6-9 p.m.

* OLD POST OFFICE RESTAURANT: 1442 Hwy 174, Edisto Is. 869-2339. Grits dishes, several seafood specials using local ingredients with wine list without downtown prices. Reservations suggested. Mon.-Sat. 6 p.m.

OLD VILLAGE POST HOUSE: 101 Pitt St., Mt. P. 388-8935. Casual fine Lowcountry-style dining with bistro flare. Local seafood, tuna tartar, pesto-glazed tuna, braised lamb shanks, shrimp & grits, crabcakes. L, Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Br., Sun., 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., D, Sun.-Thu., 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat., 5:30 p.m.-11 p.m.

OSCAR'S RESTAURANT: 207 W. 5th North St., S'ville. 871-3800. Lowcountry, Southwestern and American cuisine, seafood, steaks, pasta. Reservations suggested. Mon.-Sat. Lunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Din. from 5 p.m. Catering avail.

* PENINSULA GRILL: 112 N. Market St. 723-0700. American fare with Southern influences, award-winning wine list. Din. only. Courtyard dining avail. Reservations suggested. Sun.-Thu. 5:30-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. till 11 p.m.

* ROBERT'S OF CHARLESTON: 182 E. Bay St. 577-7565. Scallop mousse, lobster sauce, breast of duckling, chateaubriand. 5-course dinner, entertainment, wine. $80 plus tax. Reservations required. Thu.-Sat. 7:30 p.m.

* SLIGHTLY NORTH OF BROAD: 192 East Bay St. 723-3424. Regional cuisine, grits, grilled barbecue tuna, homemade desserts. Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Daily from 5:30 p.m. Reservations accepted for dinner and large groups for lunch.

SPIRIT OF CAROLINA: Docked at Patriot's Pt. 722-2628. Dinner cruise through Chas. Harbor serving she-crab soup, signature house salad, choice from 5 entrees including beef tenderloin, fresh fish. Din. only. Reservations required. Sails most nights in season 7-10 p.m.

* THE SEA ISLAND GRILL: Boardwalk Inn, Wild Dunes Resort, IOP. 886-2200. Seasonal menu offering fresh seafood, lobster, and the flounder stuffed with crab. Specialty desserts, souffles, extensive bar menu. By the sea. Open to the public. Reservations required. B/L/D, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

THE OCEAN ROOM: 1 Sanctuary Bch. Drive, Kiawah. 768-6253. Kiawah's signature restaurant. New American cuisine with an emphasis on seafood. Sweeping ocean views and elegant surroundings. Mon.-Sat., 6-10 p.m. Reservations recommended.

* VINTAGE: 14 N. Market St. 577-0090. New American cuisine: garlic-stuffed beef fillet, monkfish with foie gras emulsion, Lowcountry sushi w/ shrimp and duck confit. Wine Spectator award-winning 500-bottle wine list, 80 selections by the glass. Private dining avail. Reservations suggested. Dinner from 5 p.m. daily. Sun. brunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

*THE DINING ROOM AT WOODLANDS RESORT & INN: 125 Parsons Rd., S'ville. 308-2115. New continental fare with four- to six-course options. A la carte available. Reservations recommended.. Daily. 7 a.m.-10:30 p.m., 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 6 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun. Brunch, 11:30 a.m..-2 p.m.

Compiled by the Preview Staff.

* Denotes recommendations by Holly Herrick, The Post and Courier restaurant critic.

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