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1085 Morrison Dr, CharlestonTrending
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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Charleston · Restaurants
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The places locals actually book — from neighborhood lunch spots to tasting-menu nights.
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Legend Deli
Counter-order deli on George Street slinging sandwiches and cold beer steps from the College of Charleston.
4.9436 ratingsOpen - 3976 Houston Northcutt Blvd Suite "O, Mt PleasantTrending
Taverna Philosophia: Aegean Brasserie
Greek-Mediterranean brasserie in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, serving Aegean small plates and mezze with beer in a reliably packed dining room.
4.84.5k ratingsOpen - 4464 N Nassau St, CharlestonTrending
Lewis Barbecue
Texas-style brisket and hot guts in a big open-air pit yard on the upper peninsula.
4.715k ratingsbbq · brisket · outdoorOpen - 5Patriots Plaza Shopping Center, 915 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt PleasantTrending
Naan at Mt Pleasant
Strip-mall Indian restaurant in Mount Pleasant serving traditional naan and curry to a loyal crowd.
4.81.3k ratingsOpen - 61081 Morrison Dr, CharlestonTrending
Edmund's Oast
Brewery + restaurant on Morrison Drive with a 40-tap list and a serious patio.
4.72.3k ratingsbeer · patio · groupsOpen - 7186 St Philip St, CharlestonTrending
Sorghum & Salt
Rustic spot serving à la carte & tasting menus of creative American cuisine with local ingredients.
4.86.9k ratingsOpen - 81137 Morrison Dr, CharlestonTrending
Heavy's Barburger
Smash burgers and chicken sandwiches out of a Morrison Drive bar with cold beer and a dog-friendly patio.
4.71.3k ratingsOpen - 949 S Market St, CharlestonTrending
Well Hung Vineyard - Restaurant
Wine bar and casual American kitchen on South Market Street, with live music and a name locals never tire of mentioning.
4.71.4k ratingsOpen - 10320 Wingo Way #100, Mt PleasantTrending
Grace & Grit
Creatively flavored grits accompany the surf 'n' turf at this area-sourced Southern specialist.
4.717k ratingsOpen - 11409 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 - 121081-B, 1079 Morrison Dr, Charleston
Edmund's Oast Exchange
Sprawling craft beer hall on Morrison Drive with an extensive rotating tap list and a kitchen to match.
4.8200 ratingsOpen - 13976 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt PleasantTrending
La Pizzeria
Brick-oven pizzas & other Italian comfort fare from a cozy, low-key family-run Italian spot.
4.7910 ratingsOpen - 14701 E Bay St No. 110, CharlestonTrending
Rappahannock Oyster Bar
Expansive, lively destination for oysters & hearty entrees, with a copper bar for cocktails & wine.
4.74.1k ratingsOpen - 15207-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 - 16570 King St, CharlestonTrending
MESU
Japanese-Mexican fusion restaurant on upper King Street, with sushi and tacos sharing a menu alongside cocktails and occasional live music.
4.61.4k ratingsOpen - 17153 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending
Pearlz Oyster Bar
Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.
4.62.9k ratingsOpen - 1882 Wentworth St, CharlestonTrending
Basic Kitchen
Serene, light-filled space for dishes featuring local produce and whole grains, plus Sunday brunch.
4.713k ratingsOpen - 19Patriots 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 - 20451 King St, Charleston
Toasted Crust
Counter-order pizza and wings spot on upper King, where craft pies and cold beer keep a loyal neighborhood crowd coming back.
4.6242 ratingsOpen - 2185 1/2, 85 Wentworth St, Charleston
Circe's Grotto
Tucked-away sandwich shop on Wentworth Street serving lunch with outdoor seating and coffee.
4.6389 ratingsOpen - 22176 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 - 23162 Spring St, Charleston
Bon Banh Mi Southeast Asian Kitchen
Bright counter-serve spot offering build-your-own banh mi sandwiches, tacos & salads.
4.6577 ratingsOpen - 24121 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 - 2599 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 - 26205 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 - 27112 N Market St, CharlestonTrending
Peninsula Grill
Renowned hotel eatery serving elevated Southern fare in a roomy, posh space.
4.51.3k ratingsOpen - 2824 Ann St Suite A, Charleston
The Brick
Bustling sports tavern & American grill with an upbeat atmosphere, plus karaoke & comedy nights.
4.51.6k ratingsOpen - 29280 Ashley Ave, Charleston
Daps Breakfast & Imbibe
Hash browns, pancakes & egg sandwiches accompany java & cocktails at this hip bar/coffeeshop.
4.6866 ratingsOpen - 301011 King St, Charleston
Rodney Scott's BBQ
Whole-hog pitmaster Rodney Scott's flagship. Wood-burned pork, white bread, hot sauce.
4.57.9k ratingsbbq · casual · takeoutOpen - 31384 Huger St #4126, CharlestonTrending
Renzo
Wood-fired Neopolitan pizza, pasta & an extensive wine list in an upscale neighborhood trattoria.
4.73.3k ratingsOpen - 32427 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 - 33239 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 - 34197 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 - 3515 Beaufain St, Charleston
Le Farfalle
Bright & airy neighborhood osteria for thoughtfully sourced, reimagined Italian cuisine & cocktails.
4.624k ratingsOpen - 36685 King St, Charleston
Recovery Room Tavern
No-frills bar offering pinball, darts, pool & bocce, along with wings, sandwiches & beer.
4.51.3k ratingsOpen - 371503 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 - 38453 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 - 3917 Warren St, Charleston
Coterie
Hip American restaurant offering contemporary dishes & cocktails, plus a leafy patio with seating.
4.5597 ratingsOpen - 40456 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 - 41217 Huger St, Charleston
Taco Boy Charleston
Tacos with innovative fillings & frozen cocktails in a funky, vibrant setting, plus outdoor seating.
4.43.3k ratingsOpen - 42433 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Benny Palmetto's, Pizza
Industrial-style counter-serve pizzeria dishing out ample slices & pies in a quick fashion.
4.4752 ratingsOpen - 43741 Meeting St Ste 102, Charleston
Timber Pizza Co.
Wood-fired pizza spot on Meeting Street, hauling its DC roots into the NoMo corridor.
4.5128 ratingsOpen - 44151 Calhoun St, Charleston
Sabatinos Authentic New York City Pizza
Casual counter-serve pit stop from a Bronx native selling thin-crust pies & slices, subs & starters.
4.4936 ratingsOpen - 45224 Rutledge Ave, Charleston
Xiao Bao Biscuit
Asian-soul corner spot in a converted gas station on Spring Street. Famous for the okonomiyaki.
4.41.8k ratingsasian · casual · lunchOpen - 462 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 - 47495 King St, Charleston
Events at 495 + Satellite Rooftop Bar
American eatery with a seasonal menu & mid-1930s vibe boasts a rooftop bar & wood-fired oven.
4.64.2k ratingsOpen - 481302 Meeting St, Charleston
Santi’s Restaurante Mexicano
A collection of eclectic chandeliers light up the Mexican & Southwest food & frozen drinks.
4.42.1k ratingsOpen - 49616 Meeting St ste b, Charleston
El PinchoTaco
Counter-service taco spot on upper Meeting Street pouring beer and wine alongside straightforward Mexican street food.
4.4591 ratingsOpen - 50547 King St, Charleston
Prohibition
Rustic-chic Modern American restaurant with creative cocktails & a Jazz Age theme.
4.43.1k ratingsOpen - 51410 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Juanita Greenberg's Nacho Royale
Counter-service Tex-Mex spot on Coleman Boulevard slinging loaded nachos and cheap beer since the '90s.
4.41.3k ratingsOpen - 52221 Coming St, Charleston
The Press
Counter-service sandwich shop on Coming Street, pressing local ingredients between housemade bread for lunch and dinner crowds.
4.5130 ratingsOpen - 53Parking 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 - 54127 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 - 55160 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 - 56414 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 - 57428 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 - 58349 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
The Kickin' Chicken
Casual local chain serving chicken sandwiches, wings, tenders & wraps, plus burgers & fries.
4.31.5k ratingsOpen - 59159 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 - 60George 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 - 61188 E Bay St, Charleston
Poogan's Smokehouse
Industrial-chic hot spot serving locally sourced, traditional Southern BBQ & stylish cocktails.
4.27.1k ratingsOpen - 62171 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 - 63549 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 - 641 Ashley Point Dr, Charleston
California Dreaming
Relaxed restaurant & bar chain serving steak & seafood, plus signature nachos, sandwiches & pasta.
4.17.8k ratingsOpen - 65Patriots Plaza Shopping Center, 925 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Melvin's BBQ - Mt Pleasant
Family-friendly BBQ eatery serving ribs & other Southern dishes in casual, woodsy surrounds.
4.22.7k ratingsOpen - 66439 King St, Charleston
Juanita Greenberg's Nacho Royale
Colorful eatery & sports bar for Mexican-inspired bites & drinks, plus live music & patio seating.
4.21.5k ratingsOpen - 6768 Wentworth St, Charleston
Handy and Hot
Quaint, cool restaurant whipping up sweet & savory biscuits & hand pies, plus coffee.
4.2217 ratingsOpen - 68340 King St, Charleston
CO Restaurant
Hip choice for contemporary twists on Southeast Asian staples like pho, banh mi & dumplings.
4.21.2k ratingsOpen - 69468 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 - 70114 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 - 711407 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 - 72385 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 - 7310 Conroy St, Charleston
Fugazzi at Revelry Brewing
Revelry Brewing's in-house bar and kitchen, pouring house beers alongside casual plates in a North Morrison industrial space.
3.782 ratingsOpen
