Best bars in Charleston

Bearded, A Social Tavern

Craft cocktail bar and event space on Montague Avenue in North Charleston, with a neighborhood tavern feel and rotating programming.

Madra Rua Irish Pub

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

Tideland Brewing

Neighborhood brewery tucked into a North Charleston industrial strip, pouring house lagers and IPAs with a no-fuss taproom vibe.

COAST Brewing Company

Straightforward neighborhood brewery featuring tours plus samples of its craft beers.

Sissy Bar Park Circle

Laid-back Park Circle bar on Montague with cold beer, live music, and a loyal North Charleston crowd.

Firefly Distillery

Sweet tea vodka birthplace turned distillery bar on Spruill Avenue, with tastings, tours, and a sprawling outdoor patio in North Charleston.

Stems & Skins

Neighborhood wine & cocktail bar with Mediterranean small plates served in a chic, upscale space.

Commonhouse Aleworks

Dog-friendly brewery and taproom off O'Hear Avenue in North Charleston, pouring house beers in an industrial space.

Accent on Wine Park Circle

Wine bar & retailer offering charcuterie, craft beer & desserts, plus sidewalk seating.

Freehouse Brewery

Neighborhood brewery and pizza spot tucked into a North Charleston industrial suite, pouring house beers on Pringle Street.

Holy City Brewing

Craft brewery featuring a garagelike tasting room with a pool table & live music, plus free tours.

The Whale A Craft Beer Collective

Cavernous craft beer bar on upper Meeting Street with rotating taps, live music, and a parking lot.

Paddock & Whisky

Whisky-forward bar and restaurant on Montague Ave in North Charleston, with live music and a straightforward menu built around the pour.

LO-Fi Brewing – Pizza & Kitchen

Neighborhood brewery on Meeting Street Road slinging wood-fired pizza alongside house-brewed pints in a no-frills North Charleston taproom.

Bevi Bene Brewing Company

Neighborhood brewery on Summerville Avenue pouring Italian-inspired lagers and ales out of a small, unpretentious taproom.

Fratello's Italian Tavern

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

Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - West Ashley

Neighborhood sushi bar and sports pub on Old Towne Road, serving rolls alongside draft beer and wall-to-wall screens.

Pinky & Clyde's Arcade Bar

Retro arcade bar on Montague Ave with free-to-play machines, cold beer, and enough neon to keep North Charleston weird.

Reggie's Tavern

Neighborhood bar and grill on Reynolds Avenue in North Charleston, serving lunch with beer and wine in a no-frills setting.

Rusty Bull Brewing Co. (North Charleston)

Industrial North Charleston brewery with a beer garden, burgers, and enough screens to follow every game.

The Mill

Neighborhood bar and restaurant in a converted North Charleston mill building, pouring local beers alongside straightforward comfort food.

DIG In The Park

Beer & pub grub served in a sports bar setting with plenty of TVs & an expansive outdoor patio.

The Purple Buffalo

The Kickin' Chicken

Casual local chain serving chicken sandwiches, wings, tenders & wraps, plus burgers & fries.

Whiskey Run Sports Bar & Grill

Neighborhood sports bar off Dorchester Road in North Charleston, pouring beer and wings for a loyal local crowd.