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1015 Harbor View Rd, Charleston
The Harlow
Neighborhood coffee shop and gathering spot on James Island's Harbor View Road, with live music and a dog-friendly patio.
4.8690 ratings
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Clear all- 4.8 · 1122778 1/2, 792 Folly Rd Unit A, CharlestonTrending
Baguette Magic Folly Rd
This bright, casual French bakery carries traditional breads, sandwiches, pastries & salads.
4.7860 ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 25031291 Folly Rd #119, CharlestonTrending
Alvin Ord's Sandwich Shop - James Island
Counter sandwich shop on Folly Road where James Island locals queue for deli-built subs at lunch.
4.88.7k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 9041014 Fort Johnson Rd, Charleston
Edison James Island
Cozy suburban bistro for creative sandwiches, local beers & eclectic international entrees.
4.7689 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 2505798 Folly Rd Unit A, CharlestonTrending
Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - James Island
Neighborhood sushi counter on Folly Road that doubles as a sports bar, drawing James Island regulars for rolls and draft beer.
4.89.1k ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 3761041 Folly Rd, Charleston
Ray's Pizza
No-frills Folly Road pizza counter doing takeout and delivery for the James Island crowd.
4.7286 ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 4571130 Folly Rd, Charleston
El Pollo Guapo
Folly Road counter-service spot serving rotisserie chicken and Latin sides to beach-bound locals and James Island regulars.
4.7345 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 16281622 Highland Ave, CharlestonTrending
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint
Tennessee whole-hog pit barbecue outfit on Highland Ave, with live music and cold beer to back it up.
4.61.2k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25091243 Harbor View Rd, CharlestonTrending
Ellis Creek Fish Camp
Visitors can eat indoors or on the terrace with countryside views at this casual seafood option.
4.66.9k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 6110Terrace Plaza, 1956 Maybank Hwy Unit A, Charleston
Millers All Day - James Island
All-day neighborhood cafe on Maybank Highway serving breakfast, lunch, beer, and wine in a strip mall off James Island.
4.6469 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 250111939a Maybank Hwy, CharlestonTrending
The James
Neighborhood bistro on Maybank Highway serving James Island with a focused menu, local wine list, and room to linger.
4.88.9k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 25012915 Folly Rd, CharlestonTrending
Thai Elephants Restaurant (James Island)
Casual place with ornate, traditional decor offering classic Thai dishes as well as Japanese sushi.
4.88.9k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 11513915 Folly Rd, CharlestonTrending
Mondo's Italian Restaurant
Traditional Italian fare in a casual atmosphere with outdoor patio, daily specials & a full bar.
4.5883 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 61141011 Harbor View Rd, Charleston
Aji Asian Bistro
Neighborhood hibachi grill & sushi specialist serving bento boxes, noodle bowls & wok-fried rice.
4.6470 ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 151590 Folly Rd Blvd, Charleston
Sweatman’s Garden
Folly Road barbecue joint with live music, cold beer, and a loyal local following built on slow-smoked meat.
4.7118 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 34161837 N, 1717N Grimball Rd, Charleston
Workmen's Cafe
No-frills soul food counter on Grimball Road, drawing steady locals with plate lunches and Southern staples.
4.6258 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 1601765 Windermere Blvd, Charleston
Three Little Birds Cafe
Petite stop with a hopping Sunday brunch serving all-day breakfast plus lunch items.
4.51.2k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 250181970 Maybank Hwy, Charleston
Maybank Public House
Rustic-chic gastropub serving lunch, dinner & brunch with tap beers amid reclaimed wood & art.
4.62.5k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 72191291 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.
4.5554 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 5820765 Folly Rd, Charleston
CudaCo. Seafood House
Casual seafood and oyster bar on Folly Road, pulling in locals with raw bar staples and cold beer.
4.6444 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 91211417 Folly Rd #410, Charleston
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - Charleston, SC
Fast-casual Greek chain outpost on Folly Road serving gyros, bowls, and baklava in a strip mall off James Island.
4.5700 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 64221023 Harbor View Rd, Charleston
Grumpy Goat Seafood Cantina
Mexican fare & seafood plus weekend brunch at a casual local hangout with ample TVs & a patio.
4.5492 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 16223331 Folly Rd, Charleston
Dukes Barbecue
Casual restaurant dishing up Southern barbecue classics at a buffet or via a drive-thru.
4.51.2k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 7824520 Folly Rd #105, Charleston
Rio Chico
Traditional Mexican dishes offered in a casual space with a bar mixing margaritas.
4.5598 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 250251989 Maybank Hwy Unit 101, Charleston
Azul Mexicano James Island
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Maybank Highway serving tacos and margaritas with beer on tap and a strip-mall patio.
4.79k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 250261531 Folly Rd, Charleston
Bohemian Bull
Upscale bar food, including brisket burgers, join craft beer & bourbon in a funky, plank-walled pub.
4.42.8k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 12127Terrace Plaza, 1956 Maybank Hwy B, Charleston
Crust Wood Fired Pizza
Wood-fired Neapolitan pies and Italian wine on Maybank Highway, tucked into a James Island strip mall.
4.4930 ratingsOpen - 5.0 · 8281740 Signal Point Rd, Charleston
Chow Bella Kitchen & Culinary
Italian catering and culinary consulting operation on Signal Point Road, handling weddings and private events out of a working kitchen.
4.562 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 151291246 Camp Rd, Charleston
Paisano's Pizza Grill
Down-to-earth pizzeria with a neighborhood vibe also offering sandwiches, wings & salads.
4.41.2k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 2530520 Folly Rd, Charleston
Point Break Coffee & Drive Thru
Drive-thru coffee and acai spot on Folly Road, with dog-friendly seating and occasional live music.
4.5193 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 191311175 Folly Rd # G, Charleston
Garage 75
Easygoing eatery offering hearty pub grub classics alongside drinks, billiards & sports on TV.
4.31.5k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25032979 Harbor View Rd, Charleston
Coastal Crust James Island
Neighborhood pizza and Italian spot on James Island's Harbor View Road, pouring beer and wine alongside wood-fired pies.
4.78.9k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 250331411 Folly Rd, Charleston
James Island Fire Grill hibachi sushi
Hibachi tables and sushi rolls on Folly Road, serving James Island's suburban strip with teppanyaki theatrics and standard Japanese fare.
4.78.7k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25034145 Wappoo Creek Dr, Charleston
Charleston Crab House
Casual eatery with a convivial atmosphere, serving a crab-heavy menu of classic seafood.
4.35k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 5635808 Folly Rd, Charleston
Casa Fiesta
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Folly Road serving margaritas and Tex-Mex standards to James Island regulars.
4.3429 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25036538 Folly Rd, Charleston
Melvin's BBQ - James Island
Family-friendly BBQ eatery serving ribs & other Southern dishes in casual, woodsy surrounds.
4.69.9k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 6237100 Folly Rd Blvd, Charleston
Osaka Asian Bistro
Chinese & Japanese dishes, plus creative maki, served in a simple dining area with a sushi bar.
4.2476 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 6638520 Folly Rd #60, Charleston
Bagel Nation
Casual eatery that offers multiple varieties of bagels to go as well as stacked bagel sandwiches.
4.0507 ratingsOpen
