The War Mouth

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"Find just about every favorite Southern dish on this menu, along with a few unexpected items. Behind the red garage door, delight in a bar slinging strong drinks and the comfort food pouring from the kitchen. For a truly magical experience, head to the back patio during any season. The chicken bog and a slice of bourbon pie are a satisfying combo for a big appetite, or opt for an order of cheese straws and a seasonal cocktail for a light snack." - Helen Harrison

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"Fashioned from a tin made for holding breath mints, this tiny cooking surface is powered by a single briquette of charcoal. It doesn’t seem especially practical, unless you’re cooking for a small family of mice, but the design is allegedly powerful enough to grill an entire hot dog, which is pretty impressive considering its size." - Amy McCarthy

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"It’s advised to try several cocktails at once at the War Mouth. Bar Manager David Adedokun plans them as a group each season based on what’s inspiring him from Midland farms and far off travels. The barbecue-leaning restaurant is an anchor in historic Earlewood with delicious iterations of hash and rice and deviled eggs. Punchy decor and indoor/outdoor seating make the War Mouth a worthy destination." - Stephanie Burnette

In Cottontown, this neighborhood spot serves whole-hog barbecue and heirloom Carolina dishes like chicken bog and hash, backed by a strong cocktail list. Lauded by Columbia Living Magazine, Discover South Carolina, and Eater.

Cottontown’s love letter to the Midlands, serving wood‑smoked ribs, venison, and Carolina staples with a stellar bar. A frequent Eater Carolinas pick and praised by regional writers for honest, place‑driven cooking.