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Best bars in Charleston

Cocktail rooms, beer patios, and late-night spots worth crossing town for.

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225 Meeting St, Charleston
Doar Bros.
Snug bar specializing in unique cocktails, wine & beer, plus monthly Italian dinner nights.
4.9565 ratings
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Beer / brewery47 Cocktail bar43 Sports bar21 Reservations96 Downtown108 North Charleston25 West Ashley22 Outdoor seating136 Live music95 Wine bar26 Late night31

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AreaDowntown108 North Charleston25 West Ashley22 Mount Pleasant19 Sullivan's Island7 James Island7 Daniel Island6 Folly Beach4 Hanahan4 Johns Island3 Kiawah Island2 Isle of Palms2 Goose Creek1

TypeCocktail bar43 Wine bar26 Beer / brewery47 Sports bar21 Dive bar5 Speakeasy3 Rooftop8 Clear

VibeOutdoor seating136 Live music

476 King St, CharlestonTrending

Uncork Charleston

Wine bar and small plates spot on upper King, pulling double duty as a late-night lounge with live music.

4.7★·1.8k ratings

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The Archer

601 Meeting St Ste. 140, CharlestonTrending

The Archer

Neighborhood bar and kitchen on the Meeting Street corridor, pulling a loyal crowd with straightforward food and well-made drinks.

4.8★·1.7k ratings

Madra Rua Irish Pub

1034 E Montague Ave, North CharlestonTrending

Madra Rua Irish Pub

Offering traditional Irish fare such as shepherd's pie plus a variety of brews & weekday happy hour.

4.6★·3.1k ratings

Pearlz Oyster Bar

153 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending

Pearlz Oyster Bar

Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.

4.6★·2.9k ratings

The Reserve Tavern and Market

665 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Suite B, Mt PleasantTrending

The Reserve Tavern and Market

Upscale tavern and bottle shop on Johnnie Dodds where craft cocktails and a curated market share the same Mt. Pleasant strip-mall address.

4.6★·2.8k ratings

Thoroughbred Club

205 Meeting St, Charleston

Thoroughbred Club

Elegant lounge at Charleston Place hotel offering cocktails, small plates, desserts & live music.

4.6★·335 ratings

Last Saint

472 Meeting St B, Charleston

Last Saint

Dimly lit Meeting Street coffee bar that slides into cocktails after dark.

4.7★·202 ratings

Bedford Falls CHS

430 Meeting St, Charleston

Bedford Falls CHS

Neighborhood coffee shop and bar on Meeting St, pouring drinks and letting dogs in since before it was fashionable.

4.6★·418 ratings

Pearlz Oyster Bar

9 Magnolia Rd, Charleston

Pearlz Oyster Bar

Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.

4.5★·2.1k ratings

Fam's Brewing Co. featuring Famulari's Pizzeria

1291 Folly Rd, Charleston

Fam's Brewing Co. featuring Famulari's Pizzeria

Family-run brewery and pizzeria on Folly Road pairing wood-fired pies with house-brewed beers in a laid-back, sports-bar setting.

4.5★·554 ratings

The Restaurant at Zero George

Left Side, 0 George St, CharlestonTrending

The Restaurant at Zero George

Upscale hotel eatery creating seasonal New American cuisine & craft cocktails.

4.8★·4.2k ratings

The Peacock

213 E Bay St, Charleston

The Peacock

All-day cafe and bar on East Bay that shifts from morning coffee to cocktails and live music after dark.

4.5★·595 ratings

Tobin's Market

197 Jackson St, Charleston

Tobin's Market

Neighborhood bar and market on Jackson Street with live music, a dog-friendly beer garden, and bottles to drink there or take home.

4.6★·2.7k ratings

Haberdash

87 S Market St Suite #B, Charleston

Haberdash

Basement cocktail lounge beneath the Market Street bustle, drawing groups for reservations and drinks away from the tourist foot traffic above.

4.7★·74 ratings·source:cwm · wedding-beauty

Vintage Lounge

545 King St, Charleston

Vintage Lounge

Swanky wine bar with pours by the glass & a wide selection of fondue, charcuterie & appetizers.

4.5★·373 ratings

Blind Tiger Pub

The McDowell Building, 36-38 Broad St, Charleston

Blind Tiger Pub

Upscale bar food in an alehouse dating back to 1803, featuring a charming, brick-walled courtyard.

4.4★·5.9k ratings

Fratello's Italian Tavern

1050 E Montague Ave, Charleston

Fratello's Italian Tavern

Seasonal Italian comfort food served in a loft-like dining room with unique decor & a stylish bar.

4.4★·1.6k ratings

Veranda Lounge

61 State St Main Entrance, Charleston

Veranda Lounge

Rooftop lounge on State Street with live music, cold beer, and views over the lower peninsula.

4.5★·145 ratings

O'Brion's Pub & Grille

361 N Shelmore Blvd, Mt Pleasant

O'Brion's Pub & Grille

Neighborhood Irish pub in I'On Village with wings, drafts, and enough TVs to catch whatever game you need.

4.4★·567 ratings

Charleston Sports Pub

1909 N Hwy 17, Mt Pleasant

Charleston Sports Pub

Sprawling Mount Pleasant sports bar on Highway 17 with live music, dog-friendly patio, and enough screens to catch every game.

4.4★·1.1k ratings

Prohibition

547 King St, Charleston

Prohibition

Rustic-chic Modern American restaurant with creative cocktails & a Jazz Age theme.

4.4★·3.1k ratings

Babylon

145 Calhoun St, Charleston

Babylon

Middle Eastern-themed nightclub and lounge on Calhoun Street with cocktails, live music, and a hookah-friendly atmosphere.

4.5★·68 ratings

Meeting at Market

120 Market St, Charleston

Meeting at Market

American & Southern dishes & cocktails are served in an upscale hotel dining room & bar.

4.3★·961 ratings

Tommy Condon's Irish Pub & Restaurant

160 Church St, Charleston

Tommy Condon's Irish Pub & Restaurant

Nothing-fancy, family-friendly spot combining Irish pub with Lowcountry seafood & live music.

4.4★·3.2k ratings

Bourbon N' Bubbles

570 King St, Charleston

Bourbon N' Bubbles

Fashionable haunt highlighting elevated sharing plates, champagne & handcrafted cocktails.

4.3★·1.3k ratings

Scotty Doesn't Know Speakeasy

251 E Bay St, Charleston

Scotty Doesn't Know Speakeasy

Cocktail-forward speakeasy tucked behind East Bay Street, pouring wine and drinks in a low-lit, reservable room.

4.4★·151 ratings

Bay Street Biergarten

549 E Bay St, Charleston

Bay Street Biergarten

Rustic-chic spot for Southern pub grub with Bavarian flair, plus craft beer with pour-your-own taps.

4.3★·2.5k ratings

King Street Dispensary

559 King St, Charleston

King Street Dispensary

Sophisticated sports bar serving innovative pub fare & a wide selection of local beers & liquors.

4.2★·634 ratings

New Realm Brewing Co.

880 Island Park Dr, Charleston

New Realm Brewing Co.

Brisket, burgers & veggie-driven seasonal fare in a lively, expansive brewery & live music venue.

4.2★·844 ratings

Belle Station Sports Bar & Grill

545 Belle Station Blvd, Mt Pleasant

Belle Station Sports Bar & Grill

Neighborhood sports bar off Highway 17 with pizza, sandwiches, and dog-friendly patio in the Belle Hall corridor.

4.2★·302 ratings

587 King St, Charleston

Uptown Social

Thin-crust pizza, sliders & upscale pub fare in a sports-centric alehouse with a rooftop deck.

4.1★·1.9k ratings

The Watch Rooftop Kitchen and Spirits

75 Wentworth St, Charleston

The Watch Rooftop Kitchen and Spirits

Place for cocktails, views & Southern-accented New American fare at the top of a chic hotel.

4.1★·1.3k ratings

Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge

145 Calhoun St UNIT 301, Charleston

Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge

Rooftop bar and restaurant on Calhoun Street with cocktails, wine, and live music above the downtown Charleston roofline.

4.1★·693 ratings

Stones Throw Tavern

3417 Shelby Ray Ct unit e, Charleston

Stones Throw Tavern

Neighborhood sports bar in a strip mall off Savannah Highway, with cold beer, pub food, and enough TVs to catch every game.

4.0★·1.3k ratings

Republic Garden & Lounge

462 King St, Charleston

Republic Garden & Lounge

Nightclub with innovative cocktails & small plates, served in a sophisticated setting.

4.0★·1.4k ratings

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