ROASTED: BOWENS ISLAND
There’s no better place for Lowcountry clusters than this long-celebrated and recently rebuilt crusty creekside tradition, where the oysters are plucked fresh from the water, steamed, and plopped right on your table. 1870 Bowens Island Rd., (843) 795-2757, www.bowensislandrestaurant.com
ON THE HALF SHELL: Pearlz
Order a whole or half dozen Southern singles or get fancy and pair different varieties with wine or beer. Not that hungry? Shoot one with spicy house-made pepper vodka and cocktail sauce. Downtown: 153 East Bay St., (843) 577-5755 or West Ashley: 9 Magnolia Rd., (843) 573-2277, www.pearlzoysterbar.com
