Dunleavy's Pub — #82 Bar in Charleston SC · CharlestonRanked
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Dunleavy's Pub
Ranked № 82 bar in Charleston, SC · 2213 Middle St # B, Sullivan's Island
Set in a cabinlike building, this Irish bar stages weekly live folk, country & acoustic music.
Community rating
4.5★
Based on 810 ratings
107 locals voted·4.5 on Google
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Dunleavy's is a fiercely beloved, family-owned Irish pub on Sullivan's Island that has anchored the neighborhood for over 30 years, consistently drawing regulars who treat it as their personal local. Locals rave about the grilled wings, free popcorn, and the staff's ability to pour a proper Guinness; the eclectic, patron-decorated interior—covered in photos, license plates, and memorabilia—reinforces the 'regulars' bar' identity. The main recurring criticisms are the cash-only policy (ATM on-site) and the pub getting very crowded, while a handful of reviewers note the draft beer selection skews traditional with limited craft options.
Posts, blogs, and review chatter consistently crown the grilled wings — especially teriyaki and buffalo — as the must-order item at Dunleavy's, with multiple people calling them the best wings they've ever had. The vibe people keep describing is a cash-only, eclectic dive-bar-meets-Irish-pub with free popcorn, live music, and an owner who treats everyone like a regular; creators and travel bloggers pitch it as the essential Sullivan's Island beach-day stop, telling followers to pair wings with sliders, the Reuben, mahi tacos, or the shrimp burger.
creator must-order: grilled wings (teriyaki & buffalo)beach-day essential — go before or after the sandcash-only, free popcorn, eclectic décorpraised: sliders, mahi tacos, Reuben, shrimp burgerclassic dive-bar warmth — owner and staff know your name
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Who it’s for & what you get
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Food & drink
Beer
Wine
Cocktails
Service
Dine-in
Takeout
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Outdoor seating
Good for groups
Sports on TV
Dog-friendly
Practical
Wheelchair accessible
Restroom
Free parking
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Is Dunleavy's Pub one of the best bars in Charleston?+
Dunleavy's Pub is ranked #82 bar in Charleston by community votes.
What is Dunleavy's Pub best known for?+
Set in a cabinlike building, this Irish bar stages weekly live folk, country & acoustic music.
Who should go to Dunleavy's Pub?+
Dunleavy's Pub works well for both locals and visitors looking for a quality bar in Charleston.
Where is Dunleavy's Pub located?+
Dunleavy's Pub is located at 2213 Middle St # B, Sullivan's Island, Charleston, SC.
Updated daily by community votes·Last revised May 26, 2026
Wide quiet beaches, no high-rises, and a tiny strip of restaurants. Bring beach chairs.
“Sullivan's Island is widely regarded by Charleston locals as the preferred beach for residents seeking a quieter, less commercialized experience — significantly less crowded than…”
