Our Roots
Shem Creek History
Shem Creek’s First Restaurant
It doesn’t get much better than this: a great Mount Pleasant seafood dinner, a waterfront view, a stroll along the pier and a drink at a dockside bar. The scores of visitors at Shem Creek every night are testament to the fun and flavor...
The Heart, Soul and History of Shem Creek
Shem Creek has always been a working creek. It fed the Sewee Indians and ferried the father of our country safely across the harbor. It powered sawmills...
Remembering Captain Magwood: A Man Who Defined the Shrimping Industry
Like his father before him, Captain Edwin “Wayne” Magwood pursued one of the world’s most precarious and perilous professions. Rising well before dawn throughout the season...
Taste The Creek At Home
Local Recipes
Clam Charred Onion Dip
By Tavern & Table
A fresh take on a local favorite. Discover the ingredients and step-by-step instructions from the chefs at Tavern & Table.
Classic Crab Dip
By Mount Pleasant Seafood
A timeless appetizer highlighting fresh, local crab. Perfect for gatherings and holiday parties.
Shrimp and Crab Gumbo
By Mount Pleasant Seafood
A rich, hearty gumbo loaded with fresh shrimp and crab straight from the docks.
Charleston Cheesesteak Dip
By Red's Ice House
A savory, cheesy, and utterly delicious dip inspired by a Lowcountry classic.
Tavern & Table Pimento Cheese
By Chef Ray England
A Southern staple. Make a small batch of this famous pimento cheese right at home.
About Shem Creek
A Mount Pleasant Gem
Shem Creek offers waterfront activities, picturesque views of its marshes and the Charleston Harbor, a boardwalk, as well as a park and many restaurants.
Dive in and read about this Mount Pleasant, SC gem and all of the yummy treats it has to offer.