There was just something special about enjoying a burger while serving up a little competition on the ping pong tables at HōM or taking an afternoon stroll to Five Loaves on Cannon Street

We’ve all had that one local restaurant that broke our hearts when it announced the news of its closing, so we asked you what restaurant you would bring back + we’re here to dish out your answers. More than 100 of you shared your thoughts with us.

🍴Downtown Charleston

Hominy Grill, formerly located on Rutledge Avenue

Highly nominated by 10+ readers, this local spot dished up a mean sausage gravy and biscuits.

Hello My Name Is BBQ, formerly located on Meeting Street

Reader Rosemary O. misses the pineapple pulled pork BBQ with pimento cheese and the ghost pepper mac ‘n cheese.

Five Loaves Cafe, formerly located on Cannon Street

Did you know that this was the restaurant’s OG location? The good news is that we can still head to Mt. Pleasant or Summerville for our Five Loaves fix.

HōM, formerly located on King Street

Rest in peace to this crowd-pleaser nominated by Reader Erica D. with a solid burger night, offering a $5 double patty burger plus drink deals.

La Fourchette, formerly located on King Street

According to Reader Laura D., this restaurant’s double-fried, duck fat pomme fries were the best thing they’ve ever tried.

🍴Mt. Pleasant

Papa ZuZu’s, formerly located on Coleman Boulevard

Reader Flora says everyone misses this spot + talks of it in wispy loving words while staring up to the sky remembering its awesomeness. We’re laughing out loud.

🍴Johns Island

Fat Hen, formerly located on Maybank Highway

Another highly-nominated spot, Fat Hen offered a selection of French-inspired southern cuisine on Johns Island.

Don’t worry: These aren’t all of the nominations. Stay tuned for part two of local long-gone restaurants you’d bring back.

Until then, happy reminiscing, Charleston.