Pelato - Charleston
Neighborhood Italian on Morrison Drive serving wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and housemade pasta in a spare, no-fuss dining room.
The places locals actually book — from neighborhood lunch spots to tasting-menu nights.
Neighborhood Italian on Morrison Drive serving wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and housemade pasta in a spare, no-fuss dining room.
Vast seafood spot & deli spread over most of a city block in buildings that date back to the 1890s.
Counter-order deli on George Street slinging sandwiches and cold beer steps from the College of Charleston.
Brewery + restaurant on Morrison Drive with a 40-tap list and a serious patio.
Wine bar and small plates spot on upper King, pulling double duty as a late-night lounge with live music.
Bustling tavern serving generous portions of smoked meat & Southern sides, plus frequent live music.
Generous portions of casual Southern-focused home cooking are served all day at this lively eatery.
Have pie and beer for lunch or grits and biscuits for dinner at this refined bistro, bakery, and bar.
Creatively flavored grits accompany the surf 'n' turf at this area-sourced Southern specialist.
Trendy spot with brunch doling out Mexican standards, plus desserts & cocktails.
Comfy spot for creative breakfast & lunch comfort foods with biscuits as the base & craft cocktails.
Upbeat spot serving refined, locally sourced soul-food favorites in charming environs.
All-day breakfast & American diner classics served in a funky, art-filled setting.
Intimate counter-service spot on St. Philip Street turning out focused, rotating plates with a short, deliberate wine list.
A mini-chain with soup, salad, sandwiches & entrees from as many housemade ingredients as possible.
Local diner chain serving classic American breakfast & lunch fare in a warm atmosphere.
Vegan bakery and coffee cafe on Ashley River Road, built around house-made cookies and plant-based cafe staples.
Israeli-Mediterranean spot on Ashley River Road serving shawarma, falafel, and tel Aviv-style plates in a casual strip-mall setting.
Serene, light-filled space for dishes featuring local produce and whole grains, plus Sunday brunch.
Compact hideaway with creative burgers, craft drafts, classic cocktails & Southern small plates.
Greek-owned coffee shop and café in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, pulling espresso alongside Mediterranean plates.
Visitors can eat indoors or on the terrace with countryside views at this casual seafood option.
Caribbean kitchen on Skylark Drive serving jerk, curry, and island staples with occasional live music in a strip-mall setting.
Bustling tavern serving generous portions of smoked meat & Southern sides, plus frequent live music.
All-day neighborhood cafe on Maybank Highway serving breakfast, lunch, beer, and wine in a strip mall off James Island.
Neighborhood breakfast and lunch counter on Line Street with a vegetarian-leaning menu, cold beer, and a dog-friendly patio.
Southern-inspired outfit serving scratch-made American fare, wine & beer in a cozy, rustic setting.
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.
Upscale bar & grill chain featuring an extensive menu of American fare in a stylish dining room.
Polished, historic inn offering old-world rooms and posh dining, plus free Wi-Fi & breakfast.
Intimate Italian spot on Spring Street, built around handmade pasta and a short, rotating menu in a snug dining room.
Breezy Sullivan's Island cantina serving tacos, coastal seafood, and margaritas a block from the beach.
Nautical-themed Market Street spot serving seafood, brunch, and craft beer with live music in the heart of the tourist corridor.
Bustling spot for refined seafood dishes, served in clubby, brick-walled environs, with a bar.
Hash browns, pancakes & egg sandwiches accompany java & cocktails at this hip bar/coffeeshop.
Casual local chain restaurant serving Southern breakfast, lunch & dinner with live entertainment.
Refined Southwestern food served in bustling cozy environs with an upbeat bar.
Rustic-chic gastropub serving lunch, dinner & brunch with tap beers amid reclaimed wood & art.
Chill haunt featuring rotating craft brews on tap, plus burgers & inventive pub fare.
Gourmet burgers with a long list of available toppings plus gluten-free, vegetarian & vegan options.
Casual seafood counter steps from the Isle of Palms strand, serving fried platters and low country staples with live music on the back deck.
Compact King Street cafe slinging coffee, brunch, and house-made ice cream in a dog-friendly spot above street level.
Strip-mall breakfast and coffee spot on Johnnie Dodds, pulling consistent Mount Pleasant crowds for morning plates and lunch.
Parking-lot brunch spot on Meeting Street Road slinging soul food catering for weddings and weekend crowds.
Neighborhood bar and market on Jackson Street with live music, a dog-friendly beer garden, and bottles to drink there or take home.
Mexican fare & seafood plus weekend brunch at a casual local hangout with ample TVs & a patio.
Casual Coleman Boulevard counter serving coastal plates and coffee with beer on tap for the Mount Pleasant lunch crowd.
Lively eatery dishing out Mexican favorites, including tacos and tortas, in hip, casual environs.
Easygoing eatery known for its breakfast, serving Southern classics in a convivial setting.
Local chain serving cocktails, locally sourced burgers, tacos & more in a vibrant setting.
Ford Fry's Tex-Mex outpost on upper King, slinging smoked meats, flour tortillas, and margaritas in a lively, wood-paneled room.
Casual all-day breakfast and brunch spot on lower King Street, pouring beer and occasionally hosting live music.
Classic pastas & other homestyle Italian dishes served in a comfortable setting with a full bar.
John Currence's Oxford-born breakfast chain serving scratch biscuits, big plates, and cold beer on Meeting Street.
Eclectic deli & pub featuring classic & specialty sandwiches, plus local craft beer on tap.
Crêpes, tartines, quiches & elegant French-style pastries offered in a bright, modern space.
Humble family-owned joint known for crab rice, shark steak & other Southern seafood specialties.
Counter-service spot on W Montague dishing grits bowls, burgers, and seafood in no-frills North Charleston digs.
Sleek Japanese venue serving creative sushi rolls, hibachi & Thai bites in modern digs with a patio.
Upscale bar food, including brisket burgers, join craft beer & bourbon in a funky, plank-walled pub.
All-day eatery in the Francis Marion Hotel serving Southern dishes with live jazz some nights.
Inventive interpretations of American comfort food, served in artful, upscale environs, with a bar.
Neighborhood cafe and bottle shop on Johns Island serving coffee, beer, and wine from a strip mall storefront.
Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.
Cuban-Mexican kitchen on Market Street serving ropa vieja and tacos in a compact, dog-friendly dining room.
Mexican plates with Southwest flair & margaritas are the draw at this stylish outpost with a patio.
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
Rustic-chic kitchen offering creative comfort fare, including tacos, sandwiches & all-day breakfast.
Rustic-chic Modern American restaurant with creative cocktails & a Jazz Age theme.
Roomy sports pub with English grub & global beers, plus weekend brunch & a game room with billiards.
Guests look out on the ocean from the deck & rooftop bar, while dining on island-inspired dishes.
Easygoing eatery offering hearty pub grub classics alongside drinks, billiards & sports on TV.
French-inflected cafe tucked into the WestEdge development, serving coffee and breakfast with a global pantry.
Informal bar & restaurant serving Southern fare, with live bluegrass, country & jazz music.
Casual surf-themed seafood spot on Sullivan's Island serving oysters, brunch, and cold beer steps from the beach.
High-end bar/eatery with artful decor & locally sourced Southern fare for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Nothing-fancy, family-friendly spot combining Irish pub with Lowcountry seafood & live music.
Neighborhood coffee shop on Coleman Boulevard pulling espresso drinks alongside beer and a tight food menu.
Rustic-chic spot for Southern pub grub with Bavarian flair, plus craft beer with pour-your-own taps.
All-day brunch spot on Savannah Hwy slinging boozy bloody marys, eggs benedict, and mimosas to West Ashley weekenders.
Laid-back joint for elevated burgers, hot dogs & bar food, with sidewalk tables & big-screen TVs.
Goose Creek strip-mall taqueria serving burritos, tacos, and Latin plates with live music on weekends.
Locally sourced menu in a dog & family-friendly hangout with an outdoor deck, live music & sports.
Casual Mexican spot on East Bay slinging tacos and tequila to the downtown lunch and late-night crowd.
Neighborhood bar and grill on Spruill Avenue in North Charleston serving American comfort food with cold beer on tap.
Gourmet market & cafe offering a range of eats, including sandwiches, salads & pastries.
Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.
Casual taco-and-tequila spot on Daniel Island serving Mexican standards with a full bar.
Kwei Fei's spin-off on Columbus Street, serving Chinese-inspired small plates in a casual, counter-service format.
New Orleans-style brunch spot on East Bay serving beignets, boozy cocktails, and egg dishes through the afternoon.
Rustic-chic spot for Southern pub grub with Bavarian flair, plus craft beer with pour-your-own taps.
Tavern serving updated American food in a wood dominated interior or on the riverside terrace.
Sleek venue featuring signature sushi rolls & hibachi entrees, plus a full bar & daily happy hour.
Relaxed restaurant & bar chain serving steak & seafood, plus signature nachos, sandwiches & pasta.
Quaint, cool restaurant whipping up sweet & savory biscuits & hand pies, plus coffee.
Brisket, burgers & veggie-driven seasonal fare in a lively, expansive brewery & live music venue.
Tex-Mex cantina on King Street slinging tacos and cold beer to the College of Charleston crowd.
New York-style bagel shop in a Mount Pleasant strip center, slinging hand-rolled bagels and schmear alongside coffee.
Neighborhood sports bar off Highway 17 with pizza, sandwiches, and dog-friendly patio in the Belle Hall corridor.
Neighborhood tavern off Riviera Drive in Mount Pleasant, with live music, a full bar, and straightforward pub food.
Laid-back American roadhouse on Highway 17 with live music, cold beer, and the kind of menu that doesn't require a second look.
Neighborhood Italian on Spring Street with a straightforward menu, sidewalk seating, and a door policy that welcomes dogs.
Sophisticated operation serving freshly caught fish, with outdoor seating & a casual downstairs bar.
Neighborhood sports bar in a strip mall off Savannah Highway, with cold beer, pub food, and enough TVs to catch every game.
Refined eatery at Wild Dunes Resort offering locavore seafood & drinks in a terrace-enhanced space.
Casual pizza spot inside the Wild Dunes resort on Isle of Palms, serving beer and wine alongside pies to vacationers and locals alike.
Casual Mexican cantina on Meeting Street serving tacos, margaritas, and standard Tex-Mex a few blocks from the visitor center.
Casual sandwich counter on Isle of Palms serving build-your-own options with beer and wine, steps from the beach.
Beachside bar and grill on Folly serving fried seafood and cold drinks a block from the water.
Airy top-floor bistro & bar at the Holiday Inn offering American fare & cocktails, plus river views.