If you're looking for a list of great family restaurants where mouthwatering home cookin' is the special every day, then look no farther than these 11 eateries in South Carolina. These hometown restaurants will take you back in time and soothe that itch for some home cookin' like your mom used to make.

1. The Front Porch - Richburg

The Front Porch opened more than 32 years ago with a "farm to table" concept long before it became a trend. Launched in an old farmhouse, this home style restaurant makes eating out feel like you're sitting in your own dining room. The Front Porch is located at 3072 Lancaster Hwy, Richburg, SC 29729. More information.

2. Wade's Family Restaurant - Spartanburg

What began in 1947 as a small cinderblock BBQ joint has unfolded into one of Spartanburg's legendary eateries for home style meals. Wade's offers southern comfort food in a casual atmosphere. You'll find this Spartanburg landmark in the Pinewood Shopping Center at 1000 N Pine St, Spartanburg, SC 29303. More information.

3. Dye's Gullah Fixin's - Hilton Head Island

For genuine Gullah cuisine, look no further than Dye's Gullah Fixins. Served up homestyle (is there any other way?) and always mouthwatering, the country cooking here features Lowcountry food you'll love sinking your teeth into. Dye's Gullah Cuisine is located at 840 William Hilton Pkwy, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928. More information.

4. Bill and Fran's Restaurant - Newberry

Bill and Fran's first opened in 1977 dishing up great country cooking. Home cooking and southern hospitality are always on the menu at this hometown restaurant . Bill and Fran's is located at 11724 SC-34, Newberry, SC 29108. More information.

5. Seewee Restaurant - Awendaw

Seewee is a favorite stop for those traveling coastal highway 17 between McClellanville and Charleston. It's located in a building that was a general store that started in the 1920s. Seewee opened in 1993 to rave reviews for their casual atmosphere and southern style local seafood dishes. You can find this great Lowcountry icon at 4808 N Hwy 17, Awendaw, SC 29429. More information.

6. The Wagon Wheel - Fort Lawn

For classic Southern food in a friendly atmosphere with an even friendlier wait staff, turn to The Wagon Wheel in Fort Lawn. They've been in business for more than 35 years! This plate of fish and fries looks so good I want to lick my screen! The Wagon Wheel is located at 5724 Lancaster Hwy, Fort Lawn, SC 29714. More information.

7. Howard's Restaurant - Moncks Corner

Howard's Restaurant on East Main Street in Moncks Corner opened more then 50 years ago. You'll love the casual atmosphere, home style cooking and of course, the pie! Order up anything from breakfast to burgers but don't bring the plastic, they only take cash. Howard's Restaurant is located at 336 E Main St, Moncks Corner, SC 29461. More information.

8. Yesterday's Restaurant and Tavern - Columbia

Yesterdays opened in Columbia's trendy "Five Points" long before the neighborhood became so popular. Since then, hundreds of thousands of home cooked plates have been dished up at Yesterdays. Be sure to get a photo of the famous icon above their doorway! Yesterday's is located at 2030 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29205. More information.

9. Paw's Diner - Seneca

Fast and friendly southern country cooking is what you'll find at Paw's in Seneca. Choose from everything from steak platter to a meat and three sides. Paw's Diner is located at 10920 Clemson Blvd, Seneca, SC 29678. More information.

10. Miller's Bread Basket - Blackville

Miller's Bread Basket is a traditional Amish Mennonite restaurant. Open in Blacksville since 1987, this local Main Street eatery is a must-visit in South Carolina! Miller's Bread Basket is located at 483 Main St, Blackville, SC 29817. More information.

11. Ball & Que Restaurant - Georgetown

Nothing says home cookin' like a plate of fried chicken with hot rolls and fries! This popular eatery in Georgetown can get crowded but it's totally worth the wait. Ball & Que Restaurant is located at 1808 Highmarket St, Georgetown, SC 29440. More information.

If there's something you can always count on from a popular hometown restaurant it's great food and wonderful service. If your favorite hometown restaurant isn't on this, then list feel free to add it in the comments below or on Facebook!