Four of the Top Restaurants in Manning

Dining opportunities in Manning are abundant despite its smalltown status in the heart of Clarendon County. In fact, the city has a thriving food scene beckoning residents and visitors alike to grab a bite at its top-rated establishments. With that in mind, here’s your guide to some of the town’s most talked-about food stops.

Mariachi’s Mexican Restaurant 

What catches most eyes at Mariachi’s is the elegant wall art and colorful carvings adorning each chair back and table stand. These showcase various aspects of Mexican culture and provide a unique backdrop for diners as they enjoy authentic Mexican dishes. Each table is presented with fresh tortilla chips and salsa to start, leaving guests to then choose among favorites like the pico de gallo chicken soup, stuffed chili poblano, or famous chimichanga, along with housemade refried beans and rice.

You can also browse the dessert menu for sweets like fried ice cream or strawberry churros, sample a glass of beer or wine at the full-service bar, or take advantage of the daily specials on drinks and food. With a main dining hall and outdoor patio, Mariachi’s offers a cozy and comfortable environment for guests looking to dine south of the border.

McCabe’s Bar-B-Que

If old-fashioned, pit-cooked barbecue served buffet style is more your taste, the recently reopened hidden gem known as McCabe’s Bar-B-Que is the place to be. Plus, its walls are decorated with critic and magazine reviews that truly showcase the success of this small establishment built on a dedication for quality food and local flavors.

There are too many menu favorites to list, but we suggest the pulled pork accompanied with signature vinegar-pepper sauce, rice with homemade sausage, or syrup-covered yam patties. On the side you’ll see options like okra and tomatoes, mac and cheese, and sweet potatoes. However, you’ll only find these delectable barbecue foods available three days a week during opening hours.

Gullah Gullah Fish

Genuine Gullah cuisine is the main specialty at this fish market/seafood restaurant. Gullah Gullah Fish serves up Southern favorites like alligator bites, shrimp and grits, and nine different flavors of chicken wings. You can also order a house classic like the blue crab platter with sausage, shrimp, boiled eggs, and corn on the cob.

Pair your entree with a hearty side of coleslaw or hush puppies, and continue onto dessert where you’re treated to sweet delights such as Mama’s Famous Peach Cobbler or Aunt Jeanie’s Famous Apple Crunch Cake.

Porter Jacks Grill

Sporting a menu with kid-friendly and adult options, Porter Jacks Grill has the right fit and feel for hosting family hangouts. Plus, its menu is even more inviting thanks to appetizers like buffalo or bourbon chicken wings, fried green tomatoes, and loaded nachos.

You can then select from an array of soups and salads, burgers and sandwiches, or Southern picks like country fried steak, Charleston shrimp and grits, or catfish stew. Happy Hour runs daily from 4 to 7 p.m., so be sure to take advantage of Porter Jacks’ food and drink specials, too.

Whether you’re in the mood for Latin American cuisine, barbecue classics, or SSouthern-styledishes, cruising the streets of Manning will help you discover these and other top dining hot spots in the city.

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