Mount Pleasant Magazine Jan/Feb 2018

41 www.BestOfMP.com BEST OF 2018 2018 W W W . B E S T O F M P . C O M Best Place to Meet Singles in Person The world is full of pairs. From Noah’s Ark to shoes to Hostess cupcakes, two is sometimes better than one. If you’re seeking a plus-one lately, give CharlestonWine Pairings a call. Our readers say they’ll help you find a match. Second - Charleston Sports Pub Third - The Shelter Kitchen + Bar Best Place to Paddleboard or Kayak Perhaps your resolution for 2018 was to exercise more or get outdoors more, or perhaps you just want to ogle cuties in swimwear. Either way, head to Shem Creek with your board or kayak, our readers’ favorite spot to travel by water. Second - Intracoastal Waterway at Isle of PalmsMarina Third - Nature Adventures Outfitters Best Place to Golf I don’t even play golf, but some of my fondest memories involve golf courses, golf shops and golf carts. So, I can only assume that if I’d learn the game and play at DunesWest along with our readers, my whole life would be a ball. Pun intended. Second - Patriots Point Third - Charleston National Best Place to Play Tennis I once had a discussion with my friend Ava about how if banks told you there was love in your bank account, rather than zero dollars, life would be better. Alas, banks don’t do that – tennis does. So get on a court at Snee Farm with our readers and play the game. Remember, love means never having to say you’re a sorry tennis player. Second - Creekside Third - I’On Best Place to Take a Date I’ve heard the old timers say that dating is a thing of the past, but we in Mount Pleasant know that’s not true. For a lovely evening for two, take a tip from our readers and head to TheWine Bar at Belle Hall , where a splash of California red will open the door to romance. Second - Pitt Street Bridge/Shem Creek Third - FILL Restaurant & Piano Bar Best Place toWatch Sports on TV Our lives are busy in Mount Pleasant. And sometimes, even when we want to make it to the game, we end up not having the time for a road trip. Luckily, there’s Big Game Bar & Grill , where our readers say you can catch the whole thing in a room full of your fellow shouting fans. It’s almost like the real thing. Second - Charleston Sports Pub Third - Wild Wing Cafe Best Place to Viewthe Ravenel Bridge There is no doubt about it – the Ravenel Bridge is part of Charleston’s skyline. You can see it from most places, and it represents the Lowcountry on T-shirts and posters. If you’re in need of a worthy view of our famous skyline, head to the Waterfront Park & Pier , along with our readers. Second - The Fish House Third - Patriots Point Best Playground Playing outside is one of the precious parts of childhood. So if your kids are sitting in front of screens more often then you’d like, bribe them and take them to Waterfront Park . Our readers say it’s the best place to play in the wild blue yonder and leave the devices at home. Second - Alhambra Hall Third - Palmetto Islands County Park Best Volume Builder Congrats – you’re buying a house! And double the congrats for staying within your budget with David Weekley Homes . With a variety of modern floor plans and above average craftsmanship, our readers say you’ll feel right at home. Second - Pulte Homes Third - CalAtlantic Homes/Crescent Homes/D.R. Horton Best Assisted Living The golden years are best spent in a place that treats you like gold. For a shiny start, head to Franke at Seaside , where our readers go to retire in style. Second - Somerby Third - Savannah Grace at the Palms