84 restaurants in Mount Pleasant, ranked by Charleston locals — community votes blended with Google ratings, updated daily. East of the Cooper. Shem Creek shrimp boats, Old Village porches, and the booming I'Mile sprawl that brought the city's best new restaurants across the bridge.
Chill Mount Pleasant deli on Coleman Boulevard with inventive sandwiches, daily specials, baked goods, couches, and free Wi-Fi. The classic Sullivan's Island take-out stop on the way over the Ben Sawyer.
Franchise breakfast-and-coffee cafe off Highway 17 in Mount Pleasant, serving espresso drinks and all-day breakfast in a family-friendly strip mall setting.
Cozy wine bar with a raw bar & daily changing menu of salads, cheeses, sandwiches & small plates.
Detroit-style square pies with crispy, lacey cheese edges, served out of a strip mall on Highway 17 in Mount Pleasant.
Acai and smoothie bowl chain outpost in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, handling the post-beach crowd on Shelmore.
Family-run Italian market and deli on Scott Street serving imported goods, sandwiches, and wine in Mount Pleasant.
Family-run Cuban-Mexican kitchen on Chuck Dawley, known for made-from-scratch plates and a loyal Mount Pleasant following.
Contemporary dining room for refined takes on classic Southern food & an acclaimed wine list.
Neighborhood pizza shop on Ben Sawyer with beer, wine, and a 4.8-star following from Mount Pleasant regulars.
Neighborhood pizza counter on Johnnie Dodds serving pies with beer and wine in a strip mall off the Mount Pleasant corridor.
Local chain serving ice cream & shakes, plus sandwiches & sides, in a low-key, retro space.
Generous portions of casual Southern-focused home cooking are served all day at this lively eatery.
Laid-back, late-night hangout offering sushi, cocktails, beer & a roster of live entertainment.
Fast-casual Mediterranean chain outpost in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, serving gyros, salads, and hummus at lunch.
Neighborhood Italian spot in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, slinging pizza and pasta for dine-in or delivery.
A mini-chain with soup, salad, sandwiches & entrees from as many housemade ingredients as possible.
Trattoria offering traditional Italian dishes & a wine list in an intimate atmosphere.
Japanese eatery serving creative rolls, hibachi & bento box entrees in a stylish space with a patio.
Refined Southwestern food served in bustling cozy environs with an upbeat bar.
Mediterranean fare & an extensive wine selection are offered in a lofty, sophisticated setting.
Comfy spot for creative breakfast & lunch comfort foods with biscuits as the base & craft cocktails.
Counter-service burger spot in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, known for smash patties and house-made sauces.
Neighborhood Italian spot in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, serving pasta and cocktails with a loyal local following.
Select dishes are prepared tableside at this formal mainstay with robust wine list & tuxedoed staff.
Neighborhood pub on Long Point Road with live music, dog-friendly patio, and straightforward American bar food.
Ohio-based taco chain with build-your-own options and a full bar, planted in the Towne Centre shopping complex.
Counter-service outfit for pick-your-filling pitas, bowls & salads, including falafel & lamb.
Southern seafood favorites served in a simple setting, with scenic views, a bar & outdoor seating.
Upscale roadside seafood brasserie for oysters, cocktails & market-fresh, imaginative French fare.
Classic pastas & other homestyle Italian dishes served in a comfortable setting with a full bar.
Neighborhood Italian spot in Mount Pleasant with a wine bar focus, live music, and a menu built around pasta and wood-fired dishes.
Crêpes, tartines, quiches & elegant French-style pastries offered in a bright, modern space.
Industrial-style counter-serve pizzeria dishing out ample slices & pies in a quick fashion.
Family-run Oaxacan taqueria in a Mt. Pleasant strip mall, turning out tlayudas and mole alongside standard tacos.
Sushi is served alongside familiar Japanese dishes & Chinese specialties at this informal eatery.
Upscale bar & grill chain featuring an extensive menu of American fare in a stylish dining room.
Hand-tossed pies, sandwiches & salads served with beer & wine in a casual modern spot with a patio.
Inventive interpretations of American comfort food, served in artful, upscale environs, with a bar.
Neighborhood bistro on Civitas Street serving straightforward American fare with occasional live music in a casual Mount Pleasant dining room.
Calm, cozy eatery featuring creative takes on sushi, plus Japanese & Korean dishes.
Waterfront bar on Shem Creek serving cold beer and live music with marsh views from a worn-in deck.
Casual Coleman Boulevard counter serving coastal plates and coffee with beer on tap for the Mount Pleasant lunch crowd.
Unpretentious Coleman Boulevard neighborhood bar slinging burgers, seafood, and cold beer to Mount Pleasant regulars since the 1970s.
Strip-mall breakfast and coffee spot on Johnnie Dodds, pulling consistent Mount Pleasant crowds for morning plates and lunch.
Relaxed, modern setting for locally sourced seafood & creative pizzas prepared in a wood-fired oven.
Casual steakhouse chain known for grilled beef & other American dishes in a ranch-style space.
Roomy sports pub with English grub & global beers, plus weekend brunch & a game room with billiards.
Laid-back hangout known for choice margaritas & upmarket, contemporary tacos & Mexican entrees.
Gourmet burgers with a long list of available toppings plus gluten-free, vegetarian & vegan options.
Chill haunt featuring rotating craft brews on tap, plus burgers & inventive pub fare.
Neighborhood coffee shop on Coleman Boulevard pulling espresso drinks alongside beer and a tight food menu.
Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.
Neighborhood strip-mall pizza joint in Mount Pleasant slinging pies and beer to a loyal local crowd since the '90s.
Bare-bones outfit with creek views draws locals with Lowcountry-style fried seafood; dinner only.
Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.
Neighborhood sports bar off Highway 17 with pizza, sandwiches, and dog-friendly patio in the Belle Hall corridor.
Neighborhood pizza and coffee spot on Simmons Street in Mount Pleasant, slinging pies and espresso with beer on tap.
Mexican plates with Southwest flair & margaritas are the draw at this stylish outpost with a patio.
Tavern serving updated American food in a wood dominated interior or on the riverside terrace.
Counter-service Tex-Mex spot on Coleman Boulevard slinging loaded nachos and cheap beer since the '90s.
Informal bar & restaurant serving Southern fare, with live bluegrass, country & jazz music.
Locally sourced menu in a dog & family-friendly hangout with an outdoor deck, live music & sports.
Specialty coffee shop in the Shelmore Village retail strip, serving Mount Pleasant's I'On-adjacent crowd with precision-brewed drinks.
Strip-mall Mexican in Mount Pleasant with margaritas, live music, and a loyal local following on Shoremeade Road.
Neighborhood pizza spot in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, slinging pies with beer on tap and a dog-friendly patio.
Sports bar offering a big menu of pub-grub favorites, plus plenty of games on multiple screens.
Casual, rustic-chic restaurant with a waterfront deck offering a locally sourced New American menu.
Sleek venue featuring signature sushi rolls & hibachi entrees, plus a full bar & daily happy hour.
Smoked meats, local seafood & a robust drink menu in a sprawling locale directly on Shem Creek.
New York-style bagel shop in a Mount Pleasant strip center, slinging hand-rolled bagels and schmear alongside coffee.
Charming cafe with espresso, breakfast & gourmet sandwiches, plus wood-fired pizza & a playground.
Neighborhood tavern off Riviera Drive in Mount Pleasant, with live music, a full bar, and straightforward pub food.
Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pies & calzones, plus wine & beer.
Laid-back American roadhouse on Highway 17 with live music, cold beer, and the kind of menu that doesn't require a second look.
Arnold Palmer-designed 18-hole course threading through tidal marshes and live oaks in Mount Pleasant.
Sophisticated operation serving freshly caught fish, with outdoor seating & a casual downstairs bar.
The classic Shem Creek dock bar in Mount Pleasant — open-air seating directly on the creek, shrimp boats and pleasure craft moving through, the Mount Pleasant fishing fleet visible from every table. Walk-in friendly weekdays, reservations smart on weekends. Known for the blackened mahi sandwich, crab dip, mojitos, and a sunset deck that fills 90 minutes before the sun goes down from May through October.
Local chain serving a menu of sushi & Pan-Asian entrees in a contemporary, stylish space.
NYC-inspired pizzeria in Mount Pleasant from a New Jersey crew with roots tracing back to Barcelona's Pizzeria (a NJ pie shop opened in 1933). Signature pies, Sicilian squares, and NYC-style slices; insalatas and pastas round out the menu.
Family-owned Mount Pleasant pizzeria serving Northern-style hand-tossed pies since 2021. Dough made fresh daily, Shamokin hot wings, fresh-green salads with honey-basil vinaigrette. Carryout + indoor seating.
Locals rank Mozzo Deli as the best restaurant in Mount Pleasant (4.6★ across 772 reviews), with Just Love Coffee Cafe- Mt Pleasant and The Shellmore rounding out the podium. Tap any card above for photos, hours, and what locals say.