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Doar Bros.
Snug bar specializing in unique cocktails, wine & beer, plus monthly Italian dinner nights.
4.9564 ratings
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Charleston · Bars
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Cocktail rooms, beer patios, and late-night spots worth crossing town for.
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Clear all- 4.8 · 2352476 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.
4.71.8k ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 14731505 King St #115, CharlestonTrending
Edmund's Oast Brewing Co.
Avant-garde beers, wood-fired pizzas & high-concept bar eats in a trendy, spacious locale.
4.71.1k ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 2504289 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending
167 Sushi Bar
Compact East Bay sushi bar with a focused menu, sake list, and reliable omakase options in a spare, dimly lit room.
4.83k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 1735714 Rutledge Ave, CharlestonTrending
Moe's Crosstown Tavern
No-frills hot spot for watching sports, playing pool & drinking beer also offers American chow.
4.71.3k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 4761513 Meeting St, Charleston
Munkle Brewing co.
Neighborhood brewery on the upper peninsula pouring house beers in a no-frills taproom on Meeting Street.
4.7361 ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 2277601 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.
4.81.7k ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 308700b King St, Charleston
Graft Wine Shop & Wine Bar
Focused wine shop and bar on King Street pouring natural, low-intervention bottles with retail and glass options under one roof.
4.8232 ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 339441 Meeting St Suite B, Charleston
Wine & Company
Laid-back wine bar & retail outlet with a curated selection, plus cheese & charcuterie plates.
4.8252 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 16010283 Meeting St, CharlestonTrending
Pounce Cat Cafe + Wine Bar
Coffee, wine & beer plus pastries & sweets in a living room setting roamed by adoptable cats.
4.71.2k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 250116 Windermere Blvd, CharlestonTrending
Baker's Bar
Neighborhood pizza and beer spot on Windermere Boulevard with live music and a loyal West Ashley following.
4.83.1k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 761211 Cannon St, Charleston
Babas on Cannon
European-style cafe and natural wine bar. Coffee in the morning, vermouth in the afternoon.
4.7584 ratingscafe · wine bar · europeanOpen - 4.6 · 25013198 E Bay St STE 100, Charleston
Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar
Tranquil eatery featuring sandwiches & charcuterie, classic Italian desserts, wine & cocktails.
4.72.9k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 25014701 E Bay St Suite 100-2, CharlestonTrending
Bar Mash
Whiskey-forward bar on East Bay with a deep bourbon list, pub bites, and live music most nights.
4.82.9k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25015701 E Bay St No. 110, CharlestonTrending
Rappahannock Oyster Bar
Expansive, lively destination for oysters & hearty entrees, with a copper bar for cocktails & wine.
4.74.1k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 250162130 Mt Pleasant St, CharlestonTrending
Container Bar
Repurposed shipping containers turned walk-up bar on Mt. Pleasant Street, with outdoor seating and dogs welcome.
4.83.1k ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 2817441 Meeting St Suite F, Charleston
Dalila's
Intimate cocktail bar tucked into a Meeting Street suite, pouring serious drinks in a low-key, well-lit room.
4.7215 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25018153 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending
Pearlz Oyster Bar
Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.
4.62.9k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 1071910 Conroy St, CharlestonTrending
Revelry Brewing Co
Industrial taproom in NoMo pouring house-brewed lagers and ales with free parking and a food truck rotation.
4.6822 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25020334 Meeting St 8th floor, CharlestonTrending
Citrus Club
Rooftop cocktail bar on the eighth floor of 334 Meeting, with skyline views, live music, and valet.
4.79.6k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 15221137 Calhoun St, CharlestonTrending
Big Gun Burger Shop & Bar
Compact hideaway with creative burgers, craft drafts, classic cocktails & Southern small plates.
4.61.2k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25022513 King St, Charleston
The Darling Oyster Bar
Stylish spot with vintage appeal for creative seafood dishes, fry baskets & raw oysters.
4.75.5k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 4423205 Meeting St, Charleston
Thoroughbred Club
Elegant lounge at Charleston Place hotel offering cocktails, small plates, desserts & live music.
4.6335 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 2502418 Percy St, CharlestonTrending
Elliotborough Mini Bar
Pint-sized speakeasy with eclectic local art, chill music, small plates & a hipster feel.
4.82.9k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25025186 Concord St, Charleston
Fleet Landing Restaurant & Raw Bar
Southern seafood staples like crab soup, oysters, and more served in a sleek spot, with a waterfront patio.
4.612k ratingsOpen - 5.0 · 162650 Bogard St Suite A, Charleston
Philosophers & Fools
Neighborhood wine bar and bookshop on Bogard Street where you can drink well and leave with something to read.
4.7125 ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 2627472 Meeting St B, Charleston
Last Saint
Dimly lit Meeting Street coffee bar that slides into cocktails after dark.
4.7202 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 4128145 Calhoun St UNIT 201, Charleston
Madison Maison
Second-floor wine and cocktail bar on Calhoun, reservable and suited for groups.
4.6316 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25029205 E Bay St, Charleston
Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar
Bustling spot for refined seafood dishes, served in clubby, brick-walled environs, with a bar.
4.62.5k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 2093024 Ann St Suite A, Charleston
The Brick
Bustling sports tavern & American grill with an upbeat atmosphere, plus karaoke & comedy nights.
4.51.6k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 2831616 Meeting St, Charleston
Local 616
Neighborhood bar on the upper stretch of Meeting Street with live music, cold beer, and a loyal local crowd.
4.6213 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 5432430 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.
4.6417 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 2503335 S Market St, Charleston
Oyster House Seafood & O-Bar
Industrial seafood fixture in a former warehouse with a raw bar, craft cocktails & an outdoor patio.
4.65.7k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 6334152 King St, Charleston
Bin 152
Many wines by the glass, plus cheese & charcuterie, in an art-adorned, rustic-cool space.
4.6480 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 2835511 Meeting St Suite 201, Charleston
Blūm Coffee & Wine Bar
Second-floor Meeting Street café shifting from espresso to natural wine as the day moves.
4.6213 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 50362200 Heriot St, Charleston
Over The Horizon Brewing
Neighborhood brewery on Heriot Street pouring house-made beers in a low-key taproom with room to park.
4.6381 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 2503767 State St, CharlestonTrending
The Bar at The Spectator
1920s-style hotel bar on State Street pouring classic cocktails in a velvet-and-brass room that takes the era seriously.
4.82.9k ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 1538221 Coming St, Charleston
The Tippling House
Intimate neighborhood bar on Coming Street pouring considered cocktails and wine in a dim, parlor-like room.
4.6114 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25039Left Side, 0 George St, CharlestonTrending
The Restaurant at Zero George
Upscale hotel eatery creating seasonal New American cuisine & craft cocktails.
4.84.2k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 7840213 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.
4.5595 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 5941511 King St, Charleston
The Belmont
Dimly lit King Street cocktail bar. Old movies on the back wall, classic drinks executed right.
4.5455 ratingscocktails · date night · late nightOpen - 4.5 · 2504282 Society St, Charleston
Muse | Restaurant & Wine Bar
An extensive number of wines are available to pair with Mediterranean dishes such as homemade pasta.
4.52.8k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 5643139 Calhoun St 2nd Floor, Charleston
Trio
Varied DJ nights are presented by this private club with an outdoor terrace & spacious dance floor.
4.5428 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25044200 Meeting St Unit 2, CharlestonTrending
ThaiZapp Restaurant and bar
Straightforward restaurant offering traditional Thai cuisine, including chicken satay & dumplings.
4.73.2k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25045197 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.
4.62.7k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 10146354B King St, Charleston
Burns Alley Tavern
This lively watering hole offering bites, games & TVs in unfussy surrounds draws students & locals.
4.5771 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 16747685 King St, Charleston
Recovery Room Tavern
No-frills bar offering pinball, darts, pool & bocce, along with wings, sandwiches & beer.
4.51.3k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 12048479 King St, Charleston
The Cocktail Club
King Street upstairs cocktail bar with a deep menu and a working fireplace in winter.
4.5923 ratingscocktails · date nightOpen - 5.0 · 104987 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.
4.774 ratingssource:cwm · wedding-beautyOpen - 4.5 · 16550570 King St, Charleston
Bourbon N' Bubbles
Fashionable haunt highlighting elevated sharing plates, champagne & handcrafted cocktails.
4.41.3k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 4951545 King St, Charleston
Vintage Lounge
Swanky wine bar with pours by the glass & a wide selection of fondue, charcuterie & appetizers.
4.5373 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 8052560 King St, Charleston
Pour Taproom: Charleston
Pour-your-own rooftop taproom with soaring views & 70 craft beers, plus sandwiches & nachos.
4.5611 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 25053The 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.
4.45.9k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 17541 Broad St Floor B, Charleston
Bar Vauté
French wine bar and cocktail lounge tucked below street level at the corner of Broad, pulling double duty as a late-night café.
4.5131 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 6755353 King St 2nd floor, Charleston
The Bangkok Lounge
Upstairs karaoke bar on King Street where groups sing through Thai-inflected nights above the street-level noise.
4.4515 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 135635 Hanover St, Charleston
The Lucky Luchador
Neighborhood wrestling-themed bar on Hanover Street slinging cold beer and unpretentious pours in a no-frills room.
4.5101 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 195761 State St Main Entrance, Charleston
Veranda Lounge
Rooftop lounge on State Street with live music, cold beer, and views over the lower peninsula.
4.5145 ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 5358Right Side, 0 George St, Charleston
Zero George
Elegant boutique hotel set in 1800s buildings offering free breakfast, a bistro/bar & loaner bikes.
4.8403 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 2505976 Queen St, CharlestonFeatured
Husk
Sean Brock's Southern restaurant in a restored Queen Anne. Menu changes with what arrived that morning.
4.419k ratingssouthern · farm to tableOpen - 4.4 · 16460182 E Bay St STE 102, Charleston
The Gin Joint
Cozy, intimate bar/eatery serving cocktails & eclectic small plates in a 1920s-inspired setting.
4.41.3k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 136121 Burns Ln, Charleston
The Hidden House - Charleston
Tucked down a brick alley off King, this wine-and-coffee shop pours both without fuss.
4.597 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25062495 King St, Charleston
Events at 495 + Satellite Rooftop Bar
American eatery with a seasonal menu & mid-1930s vibe boasts a rooftop bar & wood-fired oven.
4.64.2k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25063547 King St, Charleston
Prohibition
Rustic-chic Modern American restaurant with creative cocktails & a Jazz Age theme.
4.43.1k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 964145 Calhoun St, Charleston
Babylon
Middle Eastern-themed nightclub and lounge on Calhoun Street with cocktails, live music, and a hookah-friendly atmosphere.
4.568 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 1865227 King St, Charleston
The Riviera Theater
Restored 1939 movie palace on King Street now hosting touring acts and local shows in an ornate, 1,000-capacity room.
4.4140 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 12566120 Market St, Charleston
Meeting at Market
American & Southern dishes & cocktails are served in an upscale hotel dining room & bar.
4.3961 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 2506720 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant
The Reel Bar
Festive tavern for craft taps & comfort chow in nautical-themed digs offering regular live music.
4.72.9k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 906867 State St, Charleston
The Spectator Hotel
Upscale hotel with a stylish cocktail bar & butler service, plus free breakfast & loaner bikes.
4.7688 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25069The 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.
4.43.4k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 3070391 Huger St, Charleston
Faculty Lounge
Low-key, convivial cocktail lounge offering beer specials, tap wine & bar snacks, plus dance nights.
4.4232 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 250711313 Shrimp Boat Ln, Mt Pleasant
Muddy's Dockside Bar
Waterfront dive bar on Shem Creek with cold beer, live music, and a front-row seat to the shrimp boat traffic.
4.72.9k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25072160 Church St, Charleston
Tommy Condon's Irish Pub & Restaurant
Nothing-fancy, family-friendly spot combining Irish pub with Lowcountry seafood & live music.
4.43.2k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25073549 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.
4.32.6k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 16574570 King St, Charleston
Bourbon N' Bubbles
Fashionable haunt highlighting elevated sharing plates, champagne & handcrafted cocktails.
4.31.3k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25075638 King St, Charleston
Sugey's Bar
Unpretentious neighborhood bar on upper King with cold beer, wine, and a no-fuss crowd.
4.72.8k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25076428 King St, Charleston
John King Grill & Dueling Piano Bar
Laid-back joint for elevated burgers, hot dogs & bar food, with sidewalk tables & big-screen TVs.
4.32.5k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 20077349 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
The Kickin' Chicken
Casual local chain serving chicken sandwiches, wings, tenders & wraps, plus burgers & fries.
4.31.5k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 2678120 E Bay St, Charleston
The Tavern at Rainbow Row
Narrow wine bar tucked into a historic Rainbow Row townhouse on East Bay, pouring bottles alongside a small rotating food menu.
4.3199 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 2507954 N Market St, Charleston
Henry's On The Market
Burgers & updated pub fare served in an upscale bohemian brick tavern with live jazz & a roof deck.
4.22.9k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 2080251 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.
4.4151 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 2508198 Church St, Mt Pleasant
Red's Ice House
Busy, no-frills joint with ample patio space overlooking the water, serving up seafood & pub grub.
4.25.6k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 20382Maritime Building, 215 E Bay St #100, Charleston
Mac's Place
Festive pub & eatery offering American & Irish mains like shepherd's pie, plus TVs for sports fans.
4.21.6k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 2183227 St Philip St, Charleston
Cutty's
Narrow neighborhood bar on St. Philip with strong pours and no pretension.
4.3162 ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25084549 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.
4.32.5k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 6585504 Meeting St Suite C, Charleston
The Commodore
Distinctive bar offering vintage jazz & funk sets, along with a dance floor & DJ sessions.
4.3501 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 786139 Calhoun St Suite A, Charleston
Groovers Listening Bar
Intimate listening bar on Calhoun Street built around vinyl, craft drinks, and serious sound.
4.451 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 8387559 King St, Charleston
King Street Dispensary
Sophisticated sports bar serving innovative pub fare & a wide selection of local beers & liquors.
4.2634 ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 5288460 King St, Charleston
Zachary's Daiquiris | Downtown Charleston Bar
Frozen daiquiri counter on upper King, pouring strong, simple drinks with a no-fuss New Orleans-style carry-out culture.
4.3398 ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 13589480 King St, Charleston
Charleston Beer Works
Welcoming sports bar has a large selection of beers on tap plus several TVs & frequent live music.
4.21k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 590565 King St, Charleston
On Air
Narrow King Street bar with live music and cocktails, drawing a loyal local crowd most nights.
4.337 ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 2509154 N Market St, Charleston
Henry's On The Market
Burgers & updated pub fare served in an upscale bohemian brick tavern with live jazz & a roof deck.
4.22.9k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25092130 Mill St, Mt Pleasant
Saltwater Cowboys
Smoked meats, local seafood & a robust drink menu in a sprawling locale directly on Shem Creek.
4.25.3k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 1593437 King St, Charleston
Proof
Small Upper King cocktail bar with a quiet menu and serious bartenders.
4.2116 ratingscocktails · intimateOpen - 4.5 · 2509497 Ronnie Boals Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Sunsets Creekside Bar
Waterfront bar on Shem Creek serving cold beer and live music with marsh views from a worn-in deck.
4.63.3k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 1595404 King St, Charleston
Fiat Lux
Narrow King Street cocktail bar with live music and a low-lit room built for lingering over wine or beer.
4.2113 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 25096468 King St, Charleston
El Jefe Texican Cantina
Tex-Mex cantina on King Street slinging tacos and cold beer to the College of Charleston crowd.
4.22.4k ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 11197467 King St, Charleston
A.C.'s Bar & Grill
Low-key watering hole with pool tables serving pub food such as burgers, cheesesteaks & nachos.
4.2853 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 798205 Meeting St, Charleston
Community Perk
Counter-service coffee stand on Meeting Street, doubling as a casual bar with dessert and lunch options.
4.251 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 3399112 N Market St, Charleston
Benne’s by Peninsula Grill
Daytime coffee shop and evening cocktail bar from the Peninsula Grill team, tucked into the Market Street corridor.
4.2252 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 421009 Lockwood Dr, Charleston
Salty Mike's
Waterfront dive bar on Lockwood Drive with live music, cold beer, and a dog-friendly patio facing the Ashley River.
4.2323 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 242101587 King St, Charleston
Uptown Social
Thin-crust pizza, sliders & upscale pub fare in a sports-centric alehouse with a rooftop deck.
4.11.9k ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 2501021313 Shrimp Boat Ln, Mt Pleasant
Vickery's Bar & Grill
A variety of Southern dishes are offered at this relaxed hangout with waterfront views & a full bar.
4.23.4k ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 17010375 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.
4.11.3k ratingsOpen - 3.9 · 33104320 W Coleman Blvd unit p, Mt Pleasant
Agaves Cantina Coleman Blvd
Neighborhood Mexican cantina on Coleman Boulevard serving margaritas and tacos in a casual, reservable dining room.
4.2251 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 173105145 Calhoun St UNIT 301, Charleston
Ritual Nightclub
Third-floor nightclub on Calhoun with live music, a full bar, and a reservation option for those who plan ahead.
4.21.3k ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 90106145 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.
4.1693 ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 186107462 King St, Charleston
Republic Garden & Lounge
Nightclub with innovative cocktails & small plates, served in a sophisticated setting.
4.01.4k ratingsOpen - 3.9 · 7108135 Calhoun St, Charleston
Frontier Lounge
Dim, no-frills Calhoun Street bar with a back stage and rotating local acts.
3.955 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 250109225 E Bay St, Charleston
Pavilion Bar
Market Pavilion Hotel roof bar doing cocktails & global fare from its upscale perch over the city.
4.63.1k ratingsOpen - 3.8 · 3211042 Ann St, Charleston
Dudley's
Energetic LGBT-friendly hangout with drag performances, karaoke, billiards & dancing.
3.8246 ratingsOpen - 3.4 · 1111110 Conroy St, Charleston
Fugazzi at Revelry Brewing
Revelry Brewing's in-house bar and kitchen, pouring house beers alongside casual plates in a North Morrison industrial space.
3.782 ratingsOpen
