69 2023 WWW. BESTOFMP.COM www. Bes tOfMP. com | www. Bes tOfMP. Vi deo | www. Bes tOfMPpodcas t . com BEST MARGARITA Want to know what puts the soul in a margarita at Sol? Perhaps it’s the nearly 70 premium fine-aged tequila selections. From sipping tequilas to premium Milagro — and blended with freshly- squeezed citrus juices and homemade sour mix — these margaritas are different. Our readers noticed and spoke up, the sweetest hint of lime still on their breath. Other finalists: Mex 1 Coastal Cantina, Santi’s, Agaves Cantina BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT Olé! Mex 1 Coastal Cantina was inspired by the owner’s surf trips down the Baja Peninsula on Mex 1 highway. Fueled by the area’s light, fresh flavors served in cantinas dotting the coastline, the local restaurant brings an authentic taste of a specific part of Mexico to the Lowcountry. With these tacos, margaritas and flavors, Baja is as close as Park West. Other finalists: San Miguel, Agaves Cantina BEST PIZZA This pizza is primo. Starting as a humble storefront in 2007, La Pizzeria Italian restaurant prepares fresh, local ingredients every day for what its creators call Italian comfort food. It’s the kind of pasta, lasagna and pizza your Italian mom would have made. So, cozy up to the best pizza pie in town! Other finalists: Iggy’s Pizza, Coastal Crust BEST PLACE TO DINE OUTDOORS Red’s Ice House is mentioned so many times, it’s becoming a town mantra. Not many restaurants can boast the outdoors as a signature attraction, but Red’s is an exception to beat all exceptions. Located on historic Shem Creek, it’s no wonder that Red’s notches another Best Of win for its rooftop views, tasty food, fun crowds, super sunsets and second-tonone spirits! Other finalists: Tavern & Table, Saltwater Cowboys. BEST RAW BAR Harvesting a third Best Of nod from the community, Nico Oysters and Seafood wins another category with its marquee attraction: the raw bar. Oysters on the bar come from all around North America but include choice catches from the nearby ACE Basin and Lady’s Island in S.C. Crack open and shell and join the true Lowcountry pastime with the best! Other finalists: IOP Raw Bar, Pier 41 BEST RESTAURANT TO TAKE AN OUT-OF-TOWN GUEST Another Best Of win for Tavern & Table advises residents to take the house guests on a Shem Creek culinary adventure. Designed on the concept of oldschool taverns as a local gathering place for close friends, family and guests, this restaurant is about the food and feels. Of course, your guests might never want to leave once they experience T&T’s food, rustic atmosphere and scenic waterfront. Other finalists: Saltwater Cowboys, Page’s Okra Grill BEST RESTAURANT SERVICE In the Best Of winner’s circle for a whopping fourth time, SAVI Cucina +Wine Bar’s incredible service has put the local haunt on top again. Timely orders, table deliveries and personable servers are as much a Cucina’s hallmark as the atmosphere and cuisine. Mount Pleasant has spoken loud and clear! Other finalists: Red Drum, Opal Restaurant and Bar BEST RIBS When you’re in the mood for a “mess” of food, ribs from Home Team Barbecue won’t let you down. Whether half-rack or full rack, their St. Louis cut ribs are always primed to take center stage on this finger-lickin’menu. Evidence of a great meal will show all over your face! Other finalists: Melvin’s BBQ, Swig and Swine BEST SEAFOOD Nico Oysters and Seafood is at it again. The difference in taste comes from both choice of ingredients and the nonpareil preparation of French Master Chef Nico Romo. Fried, wood-fired or roasted, Nico’s seafood transports patrons to the place where France borders the Lowcountry. It is a place found only on the palate. Other finalists: Acme Lowcountry Kitchen, The Wreck of Richard and Charlene
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