A traditional Lowcountry Boil is one of South Carolina’s most recognizable coastal meals. Fresh shrimp, smoked sausage, corn on the cob, and red potatoes are cooked together with classic Lowcountry seasonings and served family-style for a relaxed meal that works especially well for groups.
Lowcountry Boils are popular for weddings, rehearsal dinners, family reunions, beach vacations, corporate events, neighborhood gatherings, birthdays, and private parties. Unlike oyster roasts, shrimp boils are also popular throughout the year, making them a great option for almost any season.
The following directory highlights Lowcountry Boil caterers serving Charleston and several of South Carolina’s coastal regions.
Charleston Area Lowcountry Boil Caterers
Coastal Caterers
Serving the Charleston area since 1997, Coastal Caterers specializes in traditional Lowcountry Boils and Oyster Roasts for private parties, family gatherings, weddings, corporate events, beach vacation celebrations, and other special occasions.
Their traditional Lowcountry Boil features fresh shrimp, smoked sausage, corn on the cob, and red potatoes and includes cocktail sauce, fresh coleslaw, paper products, buffet setup, serving, and cleanup.
Coastal Caterers serves Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island, Folly Beach, and surrounding Lowcountry communities. Their Lowcountry Boil catering has also been featured on the television series Southern Charm.
Mount Pleasant Seafood
For those planning to cook their own Lowcountry Boil, Mount Pleasant Seafood is one of the Charleston area’s premier sources for fresh local seafood. Family-owned and serving the Lowcountry for decades, they offer fresh shrimp, oysters (seasonally), fish, crab, and many of the ingredients needed to prepare an authentic South Carolina shrimp boil.
In addition to supplying seafood for home cooks, Mount Pleasant Seafood also works with local caterers and restaurants throughout the Charleston area, making them a trusted resource for quality, locally sourced seafood.
Whether you’re preparing a backyard shrimp boil for family and friends or organizing a larger gathering, Mount Pleasant Seafood is an excellent place to purchase fresh ingredients and receive knowledgeable recommendations from an experienced local seafood market.
Crazy Dutchman Catering
Crazy Dutchman Catering provides Lowcountry-style catering throughout the Charleston area for weddings, private parties, corporate events, and special gatherings.
Their catering options include traditional Lowcountry Boils, Oyster Roasts, seafood, and Southern favorites, with mobile catering available for events throughout the region.
Lowcountry Boil Company
Lowcountry Boil Company specializes specifically in one of the region’s signature meals.
The Charleston-based company offers Lowcountry Boil catering, prepared boils, and ready-to-cook boil options, making it suitable for both catered events and smaller gatherings where guests want to prepare the meal themselves.
Iron Clay Catering
Iron Clay Catering offers customized catering and private chef services throughout the Charleston area.
Their coastal-inspired menus can include Lowcountry Boils and other traditional Southern dishes, making them an option for vacation homes, private dinners, celebrations, and special events.
Chef Roland Events
Chef Roland Events provides full-service catering for weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate gatherings, private parties, and other Charleston-area events.
Their menus include upscale interpretations of traditional Lowcountry favorites, including shrimp boils, Oyster Roasts, seafood, and Southern cuisine.
Charleston Bay Gourmet
Charleston Bay Gourmet serves Mount Pleasant, Charleston, and surrounding communities with catering inspired by traditional Lowcountry cooking.
Menu options include Frogmore Stew, also known as a Lowcountry Boil, along with Oyster Roasts, seafood dishes, and Southern favorites for private and corporate events.
Beaufort & St. Helena Island Area
LowCo on the Go
LowCo on the Go specializes in convenient Lowcountry-style meals and catering for gatherings throughout the Beaufort area.
Their services include traditional Lowcountry Boils suitable for vacation homes, family gatherings, private events, and other coastal celebrations.
Calibogue Catering
Calibogue Catering provides full-service event catering throughout the southern South Carolina Lowcountry.
Their menus feature coastal and Southern cuisine, including Lowcountry Boils, seafood, Oyster Roasts, and customized event menus.
ChuckTown Mobile Seafood
ChuckTown Mobile Seafood offers mobile seafood catering and Southern-style meals for private gatherings and special events.
Available offerings can include Lowcountry Boils, seafood platters, Oyster Roasts, and other coastal favorites.
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Bluffton & Hilton Head Island
LowCo on the Go
LowCo on the Go serves the Hilton Head and Bluffton area with traditional Lowcountry meals prepared for groups and private gatherings.
Lowcountry Boils are especially popular with vacationing families, reunions, private parties, and groups staying in rental homes throughout the area.
Calibogue Catering
Based in the Bluffton area, Calibogue Catering provides catering for weddings, private events, corporate gatherings, and celebrations throughout Hilton Head and surrounding communities.
Their menus can include Lowcountry Boils, Oyster Roasts, seafood, barbecue, and customized Southern dishes.
Roy’s Place Cafe & Catering
Roy’s Place provides catering throughout Hilton Head Island for events ranging from small private dinners to larger celebrations.
Their catering services focus on Southern and Lowcountry cuisine and can accommodate family-style meals, seafood dinners, weddings, rehearsal dinners, and private events.
Sweetwater Steamer
Sweetwater Steamer specializes in one of Hilton Head Island’s most popular vacation meals: the traditional Lowcountry Boil.
Their shrimp, sausage, corn, onions, and red potatoes are available in convenient seafood boil buckets that guests can take home and steam themselves. Prepared options are also available, making Sweetwater Steamer a particularly convenient choice for families and groups staying on Hilton Head Island.
Pawleys Island & Grand Strand
Get Carried Away Southern Market
Get Carried Away Southern Market in Pawleys Island specializes in prepared Southern and Lowcountry foods for vacationers, families, parties, and special events.
Their coastal menu includes locally inspired seafood and Southern dishes, with catering and prepared meal options suitable for Lowcountry Boils, family gatherings, beach vacations, and private celebrations.
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Why Choose a Lowcountry Boil for Your Event?
Few meals are better suited to casual coastal gatherings than a Lowcountry Boil. The meal is easy to serve to groups, requires little formality, and naturally encourages guests to gather around the table and enjoy the experience together.
A traditional boil usually includes:
- Fresh shrimp
- Smoked sausage
- Corn on the cob
- Red potatoes
- Lowcountry seasoning
Depending on the caterer, packages may also include onions, coleslaw, cocktail sauce, bread, desserts, paper products, buffet setup, serving staff, and cleanup.
Many South Carolina caterers also combine Lowcountry Boils with Oyster Roasts, allowing guests to enjoy two of the coast’s best-known culinary traditions at the same event.
Lowcountry Boils Are a Year-Round Tradition
Although oyster season traditionally brings increased demand for Oyster Roasts during the cooler months, Lowcountry Boils can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Spring weddings, summer beach vacations, fall football gatherings, corporate events, family reunions, and holiday celebrations can all be excellent occasions for a shrimp boil.
For large events, hiring an experienced Lowcountry Boil caterer also eliminates much of the work involved in purchasing seafood, transporting equipment, cooking for a crowd, serving the meal, and cleaning up afterward.
Whether you are planning an event in Charleston, Beaufort, Bluffton, Hilton Head Island, Pawleys Island, or elsewhere along the South Carolina coast, the caterers listed above provide a starting point for finding an authentic Lowcountry Boil experience.
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Plan Your South Carolina Seafood Gathering
Whether you’re planning an Oyster Roast or a traditional Lowcountry Boil, explore our South Carolina directories to find professional caterers, fresh seafood markets, and local resources for your next event.
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