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LC 46 www.LowcountryCuisineMag.com | www.MountPleasantRestaurant.com | www.CharlestonRecipes.com lowcountry cuisine C affe Piccolo is a Pawleys Island Italian restaurant tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the Grand Strand. Dimly lit with firelight ambiance, it provides a unique yet classic atmosphere that exudes relaxation and community among friends. With a dedication to the absolute freshest food and sense of warmth from both the atmosphere and the staff, Caffe Piccolo welcomes Italy to the South with open arms. The menu is crafted using only fresh, local ingredients to ensure that each dish fulfills its potential while also appreciating traditional Italian cuisine. Caffe Piccolo offers daily fish, veal and scallop specials along with a full Italian menu of chicken, shrimp, crab, calamari, mussels, clams, beef and port in traditional sauces like bolognese, fra diavlo, marinara, scampi, alla vodka, carbonara and ragu. Caffe Piccolo began with passion and dedication for fresh ingredients, unparalleled hospitality and the desire to create the perfect restaurant to satisfy those dreams. The restaurant’s charm and fabulous food have won over not only locals but also tourists who eat there for lunch and then come back that evening for dinner. The guest reviews are some of the best you’ll ever see. For starters, a satisfied diner raved about the bread calling it “divine, served with herbs in a really good olive oil.” One of the hundreds of 5-star reviews said, “This is my absolute favorite restaurant in the area if not all of South Carolina. Their scallops are always cooked perfectly, and the ravioli is to die for.” Another exclaimed, “My meal here qualifies as a top 10 meal of my life. I had the shrimp alla piccolo, which was dripping in creamy sherry sauce.” A diner summed it up by saying, “This is the only Italian restaurant that has ever satisfied my Italian father-in-law from Brooklyn.” The restaurant’s star executive chef, James Pronesti, is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. Pronesti, or “Jimmy” as he’s affectionately known, has owned restaurants for more than 17 years. As a child, Pronesti was introduced to cooking through his family and quickly realized that he could transform his passion for food into a career. His ambition allowed him the opportunity to learn the culinary arts through trial, error and true enthusiasm. In 2010, after owning and operating a successful restaurant in Myrtle Beach, Jimmy decided to develop an intimate Italian restaurant that has blossomed into the now beloved Caffe Piccolo. Pronesti continues to share his craft and expertise through two other restaurants. In 2016, he opened Costa Coastal Kitchen & Bar in Murrells Inlet. In 2018, Root in Georgetown joined the Pronesti group of delicious dining experiences. Head into Caffe Piccolo to relax and enjoy a taste of hometown hospitality with Italian food your friends and family will love. If you haven’t tried it before, you’ll be glad you discovered this little gem. Caffe Piccolo is located at 9428 Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island. Call 843-314-3424 or visit caffepiccolopawleys.com for more information. Satisfy Your Italian Father-in-Law Caffe Piccolo