Shem Creek Bar and Grill

We always look forward to eating here on our vacations. Always love the food. Low country boil is great.

We dined at Shem Creek Bar & Grill for the first time, with two locals and two visitors from Ohio. The atmosphere was lively and enjoyable without being too loud. The service was exceptional and the menu had a variety of options at expected prices. One thing we appreciated was that cocktail prices were listed, which is not common in many restaurants. The food was excellent overall, although the filet mignon was different from what I had experienced in other restaurants. It was thinly cut and smothered in a thick gravy, but still delicious. We have discovered a new go-to spot for dining when we come back to South Carolina!

The food and atmosphere were excellent at this restaurant. The only issue I had was that the basil cream sauce on the Grouper special, while very tasty, seemed to overpower the natural flavor of the fish.

I have visited this restaurant around 2 times per year for several years. However, my most recent visit has left me hesitant to return as the food was average at best. The appetizers of baked oysters and fried mushrooms were decent, although the oysters were not very warm. The shiitake mushrooms were a generous portion. The crab cake entree was disappointing compared to previous visits, lacking in crab flavor despite being large. The grouper special was a bit tough and overcooked, likely due to the thin filet. The food was somewhat greasy. On the positive side, the view was nice and the waiter was attentive. I may consider returning to try the oyster stew and soups as well as opting for a meal of appetizers. It is possible that this was just an off day for the restaurant and things may improve in the future. Alternatively, it could be that the restaurant is cutting back on more expensive ingredients. I may give it another try in the future.

Great as always. Good view, good food and good service. What else can you ask?