When oysters come into season, the tables at Bowens Island roil with steam. Simply put, there is no better place to eat these Lowcountry delicacies outside of your own backyard. Robert Barber’s family has been cooking up local clusters for generations, and they know how to do it right—straight from the water, onto the hot metal plate, and into your mouth by the shovelful. 1870 Bowens Island Rd., (843) 795-2757, www.bowensislandrestaurant.com
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