Cheese steaks at Jackie M's come in multiple sizes, but Michael Stern suggests purchasing whichever portion is compatible with ordering dessert.

Jackie M's & Son: 3308 Milledgeville Road, Augusta, GA. 706-738-6055, jackiemsandson.com

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Sometimes, to catch a great plate of catfish, you have to put up with a petting zoo. This week, Michael has the details on one such fish camp in North Augusta.

Old McDonald Fish Camp: 355 Currytown Road, Sweetwater (North Augusta), South Carolina, 803-279-3305

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Windsor, South Carolina's a small town even by rural South Carolina standards, but Michael says it's worth a visit if you appreciate a hot bowl of consomme and fresh tortillas.

El Rinconcito: 3029 Navidad Lane, Windsor, South Carolina, 803-508-2035

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The South is home to several vibrant hot dog traditions, and more are arriving from other parts of the country. Nashville's now home to one of the great Chicago dog joints, and today Michael's found a coney dog haven in Augusta.

Glamm Deli: 1646 Gordon Highway, Augusta, Georgia, 706-364-0081

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Antojitos that are common on the streets of cities with sizeable Mexican populations are still scarce on the streets of Aiken, South Carolina. But Michael Stern says if eaters head inside Dos Potrillos, they'll find all the Latin American snacks they crave.

Dos Potrillos Mexican Restaurant: 119 Laurens St. NW, Aiken, South Carolina, 803-961-7210

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Blue Collar Bistro moved from the back of a gas station to an address that was formerly cursed, but Michael Stern says the restaurant may have changed the location's fortunes with its tomato pie and squash casserole. Blue Collar Bistro: 312 Augusta Road, Edgefield, South Carolina, 803-710-3800, bluecollarbistro.com

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Michael couldn't wait to review La Scuderia--because he says the place is so good that he's not sure he'll be able to get in once word gets out. Now that you're in the know, snag a table before everybody else does! La Scuderia: 455 York St. NE, Aiken, South Carolina, 803-226-0180

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One of the pioneers of local sourcing, Juniper has maintained its status as a don't-miss South Carolina restaurant since opening more than 20 years ago.

Juniper: 640 E. Main St., Ridge Spring, SouthCarolina, 803-685-7547

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Malia's is still open and operating, but Michael says it's put on new airs since chef-owner Justin Hayes took over--and Aiken's gotten more worldly.

Malia's: 120 Laurens St., Aiken, South Carolina,803-643-3086, maliasrestaurant.com

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If you think Michael's already reviewed Joyful Cafe, you're right--except the restaurant's relocated since he last assessed it. Listen to what he thinks of the destination restaurant at its new address.

Joyful Café: 245 White Pond Rd., Williston, South Carolina, 803-770-2321, joyfulcafe.biz

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