Looking to add a little excitement to meal time once in a while? We certainly have a lot of restaurants in South Carolina that know exactly how to light a fire under boredom and liven things up during your dining experience. Take a look at seven of them below, and then start making plans to visit!

1. Pat's Cash and Carry - 410 Stamp Creek Rd., Salem, SC 29676

The adventure begins with a drive through the countryside... where you'll eventually encounter Pat's Cash and Carry — and hot dogs like you've never eaten before. Plus this little country store is right out of a time machine. Learn more in this previous article.

2. The Pickled Palate - 411 Hibben St., Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

Dine in a fun and whimsical garden setting in this fun outdoorsy eatery across the bridge from historic Charleston. Escape the crowds and enjoy a lovely meal among the wacky and eclectic garden decor. Learn more in this previous article.

3. Tiki Hut - 1 S Forest Beach Dr., Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Kick off your shoes, dip your toes in the sand and enjoy this tiki-themed eatery on Hilton Head Island. What could be better than a cold bev, a huge pie tin of nachos, and some live music?

4. Tiki Hut Lakeside Grill - 156 Keowee Marina Dr., Seneca, SC 29672

If you're in the Upstate and don't have the time to devote to a drive all the way to the Hilton Head tiki-themed restaurant, then never fear; there's a tiki restaurant right on the lake at the Keowee Marina! Go ahead, kick off your shoes (just as you would at the beach), dig your toes in some sand and devour a huge plate of nachos at this lakeside eatery.

5. Seafood House Calabash Buffet - 700 Water Ave., Surfside Beach, SC 29575

The only restaurant in South Carolina that has live mermaids swimming in a pool inside the restaurant is a real treat for the young (and some of the young at heart, too!). This seafood eatery has a delightful, never-ending buffet of seafood that'll satisfy your cravings. Get more information in this previous article.

6. Bacon Bros. Public House - 3620 Pelham Rd., Greenville, SC 29615

Bacon, oh bacon... how do I love thee? Let me count the ways I can order you at this Upstate eatery... This fun bacon-themed restaurant can bring in the bacon like none other, but their specialty is meat - and even more meat! Learn all about it in this previous article.

7. Polynesian Fire - Myrtle Beach (various locations)

One of the most unique dinner shows available on The Grand Strand involves fire eating, hula dancing and a fun time. This authentic Hawaiian Luau is fun for the entire family and the food is good too. Learn more in this previous article.

Are you all fired-up for a wild and wacky dining experience? Let's go!

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