What locals are saying
Locals consistently rank Second State (formerly Black Tap) among Charleston's best specialty coffee, praising the in-house roasting, skilled baristas, and a from-scratch breakfast/lunch menu at the Mount Pleasant Shelmore café. The space is generally liked as a bright, work-friendly hangout, though a recurring critique is that the Mt. Pleasant location can feel loud, cramped, and a bit worn, with limited outlets and prices a notch above chains.
- Yelp – Second State Coffee, 766 S Shelmore Blvd (Mt. Pleasant)
- Tripadvisor – Second State Coffee, Shelmore Blvd
- Charleston City Paper – Black Tap rebrands to Second State
- Restaurantji – Second State Coffee, Mount Pleasant
- Road Trips & Coffee – Best Coffee Shops in Charleston
- Roadfood – Second State Coffee review
Who it’s for & what you get
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Vegetarian options
- Coffee
- Beer
- Wine
- Kids menu
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Outdoor seating
- Good for groups
- Kid-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
- Restroom
- Free parking
Frequently asked
Is Second State Coffee one of the best restaurants in Charleston?
Second State Coffee is ranked #429 restaurant in Charleston by community votes.
What is Second State Coffee best known for?
Specialty coffee shop in the Shelmore Village retail strip, serving Mount Pleasant's I'On-adjacent crowd with precision-brewed drinks.
Who should go to Second State Coffee?
Second State Coffee works well for both locals and visitors looking for a quality restaurant in Charleston.
Where is Second State Coffee located?
Second State Coffee is located at 766 S Shelmore Blvd Ste 202, Mt Pleasant, Charleston, SC.
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