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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 · 9021014 Fort Johnson Rd, Charleston
Edison James Island
Cozy suburban bistro for creative sandwiches, local beers & eclectic international entrees.
4.7689 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 2503798 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 · 4541130 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 - 4.6 · 25051243 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 - 4.7 · 25061939a 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 · 2507915 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 - 4.6 · 6181011 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 · 15990 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 - 4.5 · 250101970 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 · 72111291 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 · 91121417 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 · 64131023 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 · 7814520 Folly Rd #105, Charleston
Rio Chico
Traditional Mexican dishes offered in a casual space with a bar mixing margaritas.
4.5598 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 250151989 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 · 250161531 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 · 151171246 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 · 191181175 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 · 250191411 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 · 25020145 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 · 5621808 Folly Rd, Charleston
Casa Fiesta
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Folly Road serving margaritas and Tex-Mex standards to James Island regulars.
4.3429 ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 6222100 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
