Doar Bros.
Snug bar specializing in unique cocktails, wine & beer, plus monthly Italian dinner nights.
The places locals actually book — from neighborhood lunch spots to tasting-menu nights.
Snug bar specializing in unique cocktails, wine & beer, plus monthly Italian dinner nights.
Sizable cuts of beef & seafood served in elegant surrounds, also known for its Sunday gospel brunch.
Neighborhood Italian on Morrison Drive serving wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and housemade pasta in a spare, no-fuss dining room.
Compact coffee and brunch counter inside the Belmond Charleston Place, serving Meeting Street foot traffic with well-regarded breakfast plates.
Greek-Mediterranean brasserie in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, serving Aegean small plates and mezze with beer in a reliably packed dining room.
Brewery + restaurant on Morrison Drive with a 40-tap list and a serious patio.
Bustling eatery & bar serving up seafood, including raw-bar items, in a grand, classic setting.
Romantic pick with a seasonal & local menu of elevated Lowcountry cuisine plus extensive wine list.
Compact King Street Extension sushi counter serving omakase-style dinners with reservations and a short beer list.
Mike Lata's seasonal, ingredient-driven mainstay on Meeting Street. Reservations are the hardest part.
Compact, unpretentious locale for sashimi, specialty sushi rolls & Japanese kitchen entrees.
Homey locale in a historic house serving seafood specialties & a raw bar, plus wine & cocktails.
Wine bar and small plates spot on upper King, pulling double duty as a late-night lounge with live music.
French bistro and cocktail bar on Market Street, with live music and a menu leaning toward classic European technique.
Spacious, refined eatery featuring Lowcountry fare cooked using ingredients from nearby farms.
Strip-mall Indian restaurant in Mount Pleasant serving traditional naan and curry to a loyal crowd.
A refined take on traditional Southern cooking, served in a warm, sophisticated environment.
Rustic spot serving à la carte & tasting menus of creative American cuisine with local ingredients.
West African-inspired small plates and dinners from a chef-driven atelier tucked into a Line Street studio space.
Serves Brazilian-style grilled meats and gourmet salads in a cozy ambience.
Compact neighborhood bistro on Bogard Street serving carefully sourced American fare with a short, rotating menu and natural wine list.
French-trained chef Nico Romo's Spring Street bistro blending classical technique with local Lowcountry produce.
Compact East Bay sushi bar with a focused menu, sake list, and reliable omakase options in a spare, dimly lit room.
This 1920s bank now houses an upscale seafood restaurant with high ceilings, large windows & a bar.
Wine bar and casual American kitchen on South Market Street, with live music and a name locals never tire of mentioning.
Modern Southern & Lowcountry cuisine served in an airy, 18th-century warehouse.
Neighborhood bar and kitchen on the Meeting Street corridor, pulling a loyal crowd with straightforward food and well-made drinks.
Refined American & steakhouse fare offered in elegant, contemporary accommodations.
Creatively flavored grits accompany the surf 'n' turf at this area-sourced Southern specialist.
Stylish seafood restaurant offering classic Southern dishes alongside beer, wine & bourbon drinks.
Steakhouse and seafood spot on East Bay, pairing dry-aged cuts with local catches in a polished dining room.
Neighborhood dining room on Fishburne Street, with a focused menu, natural wine, and the kind of regulars who book ahead.
Stylish Southern coastal fixture with a full bar & wine list uses carefully sourced ingredients.
Neighborhood bar and kitchen on Rutledge Ave, serving straightforward food with a dog-friendly patio and cold beer.
Pint-sized neighborhood spot with elevated food & wine from France & around Europe in a cozy space.
Expansive, lively destination for oysters & hearty entrees, with a copper bar for cocktails & wine.
Thomas McDonald's coastal Southern restaurant on George Street, pulling from Lowcountry and Gulf traditions with a focused, produce-forward menu.
Japanese-Mexican fusion restaurant on upper King Street, with sushi and tacos sharing a menu alongside cocktails and occasional live music.
Bright, airy cafe serving American fare with global influences & an emphasis on local ingredients.
French brasserie in a restored 19th-century bank building on Broad Street, with vaulted ceilings and a menu built around classic Parisian technique.
Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.
Counter-service Vietnamese on upper King, built around pho, banh mi, and rice bowls with a tight beer list.
Serene, light-filled space for dishes featuring local produce and whole grains, plus Sunday brunch.
Classy throwback diner for Greek dishes & meze to share, plus Mediterranean Sunday brunch.
Tasting-menu only. Quiet room, intentional pacing, locally sourced everything.
Stylish spot with vintage appeal for creative seafood dishes, fry baskets & raw oysters.
Greek-owned coffee shop and café in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, pulling espresso alongside Mediterranean plates.
Southern seafood staples like crab soup, oysters, and more served in a sleek spot, with a waterfront patio.
Easygoing hangout with an outdoor pool & a stylish ambiance offering light bites & a cocktail menu.
Neighborhood Italian on upper King, built around handmade pasta and a concise wine list.
A swanky bar and intimate courtyard help make this refined Southern spot a special occasion favorite.
Compact Mediterranean seafood spot tucked on Fulton Street, drawing steady locals with a focused menu and a well-curated wine list.
Rustic eatery starring Italian fare & wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pasta, cured sausages & wines.
Italian fine dining from the Indaco team, tucked into a historic Broad Street building with handmade pasta and an Italian wine list.
Mediterranean coastal kitchen on Broad Street, leaning into seafood and wood-fired cooking with a wine list that earns its space.
Nautical-themed Market Street spot serving seafood, brunch, and craft beer with live music in the heart of the tourist corridor.
Casual eatery with a convivial atmosphere, serving a crab-heavy menu of classic seafood.
Bustling spot for refined seafood dishes, served in clubby, brick-walled environs, with a bar.
Renowned hotel eatery serving elevated Southern fare in a roomy, posh space.
Neighborhood coffee shop and bar on Meeting St, pouring drinks and letting dogs in since before it was fashionable.
Neighborhood Italian on upper King serving red-sauce classics and hand-rolled pasta in a warm, low-lit room.
Lowcountry fare served in a lush windowed garden cafe & courtyard at the Charleston Place Hotel.
Polished Italian kitchen on upper Meeting Street serving housemade pasta and wood-fired plates in a sleek, modern dining room.
Industrial seafood fixture in a former warehouse with a raw bar, craft cocktails & an outdoor patio.
Locally sourced beef & sustainable seafood in an elegantly renovated historic bank building.
Relaxed joint serving oysters, Southern-style seafood & fried chicken in a cool space with a patio.
Elegant destination offering seasonal, locally sourced seafood delicacies & a robust wine list.
Southern comfort food spot on Cannon Street, built around wood-fired cooking and local produce.
Parisian-inspired cafe serving coffee during the day, with wine, tapas, poetry & music at night.
Wood-fired Neopolitan pizza, pasta & an extensive wine list in an upscale neighborhood trattoria.
Tucked-away Spring Street bar with live music, wine, and beer in a relaxed neighborhood setting.
Upscale hotel eatery creating seasonal New American cuisine & craft cocktails.
All-day cafe and bar on East Bay that shifts from morning coffee to cocktails and live music after dark.
Seafood & steak sharing plates inspired by Paris, plus versatile cocktails & wines by the glass.
Welcoming eatery with an innovative, seasonal menu, plus signature cocktails, wine & craft beers.
Neighborhood Thai spot on Huger Street serving curries, noodles, and beer in a low-key strip mall setting.
An extensive number of wines are available to pair with Mediterranean dishes such as homemade pasta.
Kebabs, meze & other Lebanese dishes are served in an upscale-casual storefront with subtle decor.
Straightforward restaurant offering traditional Thai cuisine, including chicken satay & dumplings.
Sleek, modern eatery at the Vendue Hotel focusing on Lowcountry staples with heritage ingredients.
Neighborhood bar and market on Jackson Street with live music, a dog-friendly beer garden, and bottles to drink there or take home.
Bright & airy neighborhood osteria for thoughtfully sourced, reimagined Italian cuisine & cocktails.
Fine-dining chophouse in the Market Pavilion Hotel featuring handpicked cuts & a big wine list.
Relaxed Italian restaurant offering wood-fired pizzas & happy hours, plus homey decor & a courtyard.
Easygoing eatery known for its breakfast, serving Southern classics in a convivial setting.
Compact neighborhood market and eatery on Congress Street serving food and drinks with wine and beer in a sit-down setting.
Fashionable haunt highlighting elevated sharing plates, champagne & handcrafted cocktails.
Neighborhood Italian on Rutledge Ave serving wine and pasta in a casual, no-fuss room.
Ford Fry's Tex-Mex outpost on upper King, slinging smoked meats, flour tortillas, and margaritas in a lively, wood-paneled room.
Easygoing Italian establishment with exposed-brick walls offering pasta, pizzas & desserts.
Hip American restaurant offering contemporary dishes & cocktails, plus a leafy patio with seating.
Upscale eatery uses family recipes to create Southern comfort foods for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
John Currence's Oxford-born breakfast chain serving scratch biscuits, big plates, and cold beer on Meeting Street.
Happening Japanese eatery & lounge with trendy environs sporting exposed brick & high ceilings.
Tacos with innovative fillings & frozen cocktails in a funky, vibrant setting, plus outdoor seating.
Stylish bistro with outdoor seating serving gourmet mains & sharing plates, plus cocktails & wine.
Compact Japanese dining room on upper King serving izakaya-style plates with a focused sake and beer list.
Upscale bar food in an alehouse dating back to 1803, featuring a charming, brick-walled courtyard.
Posh New American dining destination and cocktail bar in a former church with dramatic decor.
All-day eatery in the Francis Marion Hotel serving Southern dishes with live jazz some nights.
Bustling bistro offering all-day eats, coffee, beer & French wines, plus sidewalk seating.
Rooftop lounge on State Street with live music, cold beer, and views over the lower peninsula.
Sean Brock's Southern restaurant in a restored Queen Anne. Menu changes with what arrived that morning.
American eatery with a seasonal menu & mid-1930s vibe boasts a rooftop bar & wood-fired oven.
Neighborhood strip-mall Thai and sushi spot on Coleman Boulevard, steady enough to earn loyal Mt. Pleasant regulars over the years.
Traditional Southern cooking served in a Victorian townhouse with porches and a massive wine cellar.
Rustic-chic Modern American restaurant with creative cocktails & a Jazz Age theme.
Middle Eastern-themed nightclub and lounge on Calhoun Street with cocktails, live music, and a hookah-friendly atmosphere.
French-inflected cafe tucked into the WestEdge development, serving coffee and breakfast with a global pantry.
Fast-casual counter on King Street serving sushi burritos and poke bowls where Hawaiian and Japanese overlap.
American & Southern dishes & cocktails are served in an upscale hotel dining room & bar.
Upscale bar food in an alehouse dating back to 1803, featuring a charming, brick-walled courtyard.
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.
Rustic-chic spot for Southern pub grub with Bavarian flair, plus craft beer with pour-your-own taps.
Fashionable haunt highlighting elevated sharing plates, champagne & handcrafted cocktails.
Pan-Asian kitchen on King Street turning out wok-fired dishes with beer on tap and reservations available.
Busy, brick-walled bistro serving French classics, plus a lively bar.
Relaxed eatery tucked in a former warehouse, with outdoor seating & a menu of locally sourced fish.
Laid-back joint for elevated burgers, hot dogs & bar food, with sidewalk tables & big-screen TVs.
French wine bar tucked below street level on King, pouring natural and Old World bottles alongside small plates.
Burgers & updated pub fare served in an upscale bohemian brick tavern with live jazz & a roof deck.
Kwei Fei's spin-off on Columbus Street, serving Chinese-inspired small plates in a casual, counter-service format.
Industrial-chic hot spot serving locally sourced, traditional Southern BBQ & stylish cocktails.
Rustic-chic spot for Southern pub grub with Bavarian flair, plus craft beer with pour-your-own taps.
Classic tavern with wood floors & checkerboard tablecloths for comfort food, cocktails & burgers.
Sophisticated sports bar serving innovative pub fare & a wide selection of local beers & liquors.
Relaxed restaurant & bar chain serving steak & seafood, plus signature nachos, sandwiches & pasta.
Burgers & updated pub fare served in an upscale bohemian brick tavern with live jazz & a roof deck.
Waterfront bar on Shem Creek serving cold beer and live music with marsh views from a worn-in deck.
Quaint, cool restaurant whipping up sweet & savory biscuits & hand pies, plus coffee.
Large windows look over the city from this smart hotel restaurant serving classic cuisine.
Large windows look over the city from this smart hotel restaurant serving classic cuisine.
Hip choice for contemporary twists on Southeast Asian staples like pho, banh mi & dumplings.
Tex-Mex cantina on King Street slinging tacos and cold beer to the College of Charleston crowd.
Compact John Street café serving coffee and provisions, with beer and occasional live music tucked into a neighborhood corner spot.
Thin-crust pizza, sliders & upscale pub fare in a sports-centric alehouse with a rooftop deck.
A variety of Southern dishes are offered at this relaxed hangout with waterfront views & a full bar.
Place for cocktails, views & Southern-accented New American fare at the top of a chic hotel.
Neighborhood Mexican cantina on Coleman Boulevard serving margaritas and tacos in a casual, reservable dining room.
Third-floor nightclub on Calhoun with live music, a full bar, and a reservation option for those who plan ahead.
Neighborhood Italian on Spring Street with a straightforward menu, sidewalk seating, and a door policy that welcomes dogs.
Serene hideaway offering refined Italian fare, a chef's tasting menu & patio dining in elegant digs.
Rooftop bar and restaurant on Calhoun Street with cocktails, wine, and live music above the downtown Charleston roofline.
Sophisticated operation serving freshly caught fish, with outdoor seating & a casual downstairs bar.
Elegant restaurant offering craft cocktails & a wine list with hand-cut steaks, plus a raw bar.
Nightclub with innovative cocktails & small plates, served in a sophisticated setting.
Neighborhood restaurant and bar on Ann Street with live music, a dog-friendly patio, and a communal sensibility in the lower peninsula.
Airy top-floor bistro & bar at the Holiday Inn offering American fare & cocktails, plus river views.
Stylish area-sourced seafood spot in Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, with a deck & rooftop bar.