Mount Pleasant Magazine Jan/Feb 2021

7 www.BestOfMP.com | www.BestOfMP.Video | www.VOICEforMP.com/BestOfInterviews BEST OF 2021 2021 W W W . B E S T O F M P . C O M BEST FOOD TRUCK Coastal Crust is dishing up made- from-scratch, wood-fired pizzas, and readers can’t get enough. Their ample outdoor seating, pet- friendly vibe and vintage truck playground make Coastal Crust a fantastic family spot, and mouthwatering Neapolitan pies, salads and ice cream mean there’s something for everyone. Other Nominees: Dashi / Wally’s Gyros BEST FRENCH RESTAURANT Between their impeccable wood-fired cuisine and well-executed takeout program, NICO Oysters + Seafood offers diners a fresh French experience that can’t be found anywhere else in the Lowcountry. From crepes at brunch to bouillabaisse and cassoulet at dinner, NICO puts a fresh, local spin on the classics that readers love. Other Nominees: Saveurs du Monde / Bistro Toulouse BEST FRIED CHICKEN Publix fried chicken is the stuff of legends, so it comes as no surprise that they’re taking home this award for the third year in a row. Prepared on-site, this poultry is soaked in brine, double-breaded and deep-fried to achieve the perfect crispy crust and juicy center. Other Nominees: Page’s Okra Grill / Boxcar Betty’s BEST GRITS It seems obvious that a place named Grace & Grit would serve up award-winning grits, yet that’s exactly what they’re doing. Where else can you order a flight of grits, featuring iterations with pimento cheese, Brussels pesto, sweet potato and the funky-but-delicious blueberry version? I rest my case. Other Nominees: Page’s Okra Grill / Acme Lowcountry Kitchen BEST GROCERY STORE With six locations East of the Cooper, Harris Teeter received top marks as your favorite place to stroll with a shopping cart. This chain has everything you need and more to feed your hungry family, and friendly employees make the experience of grocery shopping actually fun. Other Nominees: Publix / Whole Foods BEST HAPPY HOUR It might be the view from the Cabana Bar at Water’s Edge that has our readers excited about happy hour. Or it might be the $1.75 domestic beers and $2.75 house drinks. The fact that you can nosh on the full restaurant menu is the icing on the cake — or, shall we say, squeeze of lemon on the fish? Other Nominees: The Shelter Kitchen + Bar / Red’s Ice House BEST HOT DOG Why is Jack’s Cosmic Dogs the hot dog king of Mount Pleasant? Maybe it’s because they offer 14 different takes on the humble hot dog. Maybe it’s their bevy of french fry toppings, or the collection of soft-serve treats. Maybe you’ll have to go to find out. Other Nominees: Skoogies Chicago Style Deli / Johnny’s Hot Dogs BEST ICE CREAM The 36 ice cream flavors might be the reason you step into Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream & Sandwich Café , but the drool-worthy selection of splits and sundaes is the reason you come back to this Lowcountry staple again and again. Other Nominees: Marble Slab Creamery / Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT The coastal Italian fare at SAVI Cucina +Wine Bar highlights local seafood with dishes like linguine con vongole featuring local clams and Carolina blue crab pappardelle. House-made pastas and an extensive wine list win them top honors with our readers. Other Nominees: Bricco Bracco / Amalfi’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria