Sweet Potatoes

North Carolina


They don’t take reservations at this hugely popular ‘Southern gourmet’ restaurant in the Arts District downtown, but it’s worth waiting in line to enjoy classic dishes including fried green tomatoes, catfish or chicken – let alone dinner mains such as Gullah shrimp and crab pilau. And leave room for their trademark sweet potatoes.


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