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Pelato - Charleston
Neighborhood Italian on Morrison Drive serving wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and housemade pasta in a spare, no-fuss dining room.
4.83.2k ratings
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Clear all- 4.7 · 2502215 Meeting St, CharlestonTrending
Hyman's Seafood
Vast seafood spot & deli spread over most of a city block in buildings that date back to the 1890s.
4.948k ratingsOpen - 5.0 · 57341-A George St, Charleston
Legend Deli
Counter-order deli on George Street slinging sandwiches and cold beer steps from the College of Charleston.
4.9436 ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 25141081 Morrison Dr, CharlestonFeaturedTrending
Edmund's Oast
Brewery + restaurant on Morrison Drive with a 40-tap list and a serious patio.
4.72.3k ratingsbeer · patio · groupsOpen - 4.8 · 2355476 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 - 4.7 · 2506120 King St, CharlestonTrending
Millers All Day
Have pie and beer for lunch or grits and biscuits for dinner at this refined bistro, bakery, and bar.
4.74.1k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 2507320 Wingo Way #100, Mt PleasantTrending
Grace & Grit
Creatively flavored grits accompany the surf 'n' turf at this area-sourced Southern specialist.
4.717k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 2508409 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Vicious Biscuit
Comfy spot for creative breakfast & lunch comfort foods with biscuits as the base & craft cocktails.
4.73.3k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 439207-A St Philip St, Charleston
The Pass
Intimate counter-service spot on St. Philip Street turning out focused, rotating plates with a short, deliberate wine list.
4.7331 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 2501082 Wentworth St, CharlestonTrending
Basic Kitchen
Serene, light-filled space for dishes featuring local produce and whole grains, plus Sunday brunch.
4.713k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 15211137 Calhoun St, CharlestonTrending
Big Gun Burger Shop & Bar
Compact hideaway with creative burgers, craft drafts, classic cocktails & Southern small plates.
4.61.2k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 4812Patriots Plaza Shopping Center, 909 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Philosophia
Greek-owned coffee shop and café in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, pulling espresso alongside Mediterranean plates.
4.6371 ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 4213176 Line St, Charleston
Little Line Kitchen & Provisions
Neighborhood breakfast and lunch counter on Line Street with a vegetarian-leaning menu, cold beer, and a dog-friendly patio.
4.6324 ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 2214121 Spring St, Charleston
Three Girls on Spring
Intimate Italian spot on Spring Street, built around handmade pasta and a short, rotating menu in a snug dining room.
4.7168 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 1021599 S Market St Suite 5, Charleston
Port of Call - Food & Brew
Nautical-themed Market Street spot serving seafood, brunch, and craft beer with live music in the heart of the tourist corridor.
4.6782 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25016205 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 - 4.5 · 11317280 Ashley Ave, Charleston
Daps Breakfast & Imbibe
Hash browns, pancakes & egg sandwiches accompany java & cocktails at this hip bar/coffeeshop.
4.6866 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 21218427 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Coleman Public House
Chill haunt featuring rotating craft brews on tap, plus burgers & inventive pub fare.
4.51.6k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 8719239 1/2 King St, Charleston
Freddo's Cafe & Ice Cream
Compact King Street cafe slinging coffee, brunch, and house-made ice cream in a dog-friendly spot above street level.
4.5665 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25020197 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 · 25021129 Meeting St, Charleston
Toast! All Day Meeting Street
Easygoing eatery known for its breakfast, serving Southern classics in a convivial setting.
4.58.4k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 250221503 King St, Charleston
Rancho Lewis
Ford Fry's Tex-Mex outpost on upper King, slinging smoked meats, flour tortillas, and margaritas in a lively, wood-paneled room.
4.68.2k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 25023453 King St, Charleston
Toast! All Day
Casual all-day breakfast and brunch spot on lower King Street, pouring beer and occasionally hosting live music.
4.52.2k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25024456 Meeting St, Charleston
Big Bad Breakfast-Charleston
John Currence's Oxford-born breakfast chain serving scratch biscuits, big plates, and cold beer on Meeting Street.
4.41.9k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 2502516 Blake St, Charleston
Hannibal's Kitchen
Humble family-owned joint known for crab rice, shark steak & other Southern seafood specialties.
4.42.8k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 25026Francis Marion Hotel, 387 King St, Charleston
The Swamp Fox Restaurant
All-day eatery in the Francis Marion Hotel serving Southern dishes with live jazz some nights.
4.510k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25272 N Market St, Charleston
Cachita's Kitchen Downtown
Cuban-Mexican kitchen on Market Street serving ropa vieja and tacos in a compact, dog-friendly dining room.
4.3194 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25028547 King St, Charleston
Prohibition
Rustic-chic Modern American restaurant with creative cocktails & a Jazz Age theme.
4.43.1k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 3729Parking lot, 22 Westedge St Suite 101, Charleston
Saveurs Du Monde Cafe WestEdge
French-inflected cafe tucked into the WestEdge development, serving coffee and breakfast with a global pantry.
4.4284 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25030127 Meeting St, Charleston
Eli's Table
High-end bar/eatery with artful decor & locally sourced Southern fare for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
4.32.4k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25031160 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 - 4.4 · 4132414 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Bodega Mt. Pleasant
Neighborhood coffee shop on Coleman Boulevard pulling espresso drinks alongside beer and a tight food menu.
4.4315 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25033549 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 · 25034428 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 · 21435159 E Bay St, Charleston
Ru Ru's Tacos & Tequila
Casual Mexican spot on East Bay slinging tacos and tequila to the downtown lunch and late-night crowd.
4.31.6k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 7936George Street Apartments, 51 George St, Charleston
Caviar & Bananas - Gourmet Market & Cafe
Gourmet market & cafe offering a range of eats, including sandwiches, salads & pastries.
4.3604 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25037128 Columbus St Suite 101, Charleston
Beautiful South by Kwei Fei
Kwei Fei's spin-off on Columbus Street, serving Chinese-inspired small plates in a casual, counter-service format.
4.52.2k ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 18538171 E Bay St, Charleston
Ruby Sunshine
New Orleans-style brunch spot on East Bay serving beignets, boozy cocktails, and egg dishes through the afternoon.
4.31.4k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25039549 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 - 4.3 · 250401 Ashley Point Dr, Charleston
California Dreaming
Relaxed restaurant & bar chain serving steak & seafood, plus signature nachos, sandwiches & pasta.
4.17.8k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 284168 Wentworth St, Charleston
Handy and Hot
Quaint, cool restaurant whipping up sweet & savory biscuits & hand pies, plus coffee.
4.2217 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 25042468 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 - 3.9 · 2943114 Spring St, Charleston
Allora
Neighborhood Italian on Spring Street with a straightforward menu, sidewalk seating, and a door policy that welcomes dogs.
4.2224 ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 250441407 Shrimp Boat Ln, Mt Pleasant
Water's Edge
Sophisticated operation serving freshly caught fish, with outdoor seating & a casual downstairs bar.
4.28.1k ratingsOpen - 3.9 · 5445385 Meeting St, Charleston
Azul Mexicano Downtown
Casual Mexican cantina on Meeting Street serving tacos, margaritas, and standard Tex-Mex a few blocks from the visitor center.
4.0413 ratingsOpen - 3.7 · 5046301 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Harborview Restaurant & Lounge
Airy top-floor bistro & bar at the Holiday Inn offering American fare & cocktails, plus river views.
3.8382 ratingsOpen
