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The places locals actually book — from neighborhood lunch spots to tasting-menu nights.

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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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Italian45 Sushi35 Outdoor seating416 Late night8 Reservations310 Downtown230 West Ashley70 Mount Pleasant55 Seafood85 Takeout525 Pizza54 Brunch232

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AreaDowntown230 West Ashley70 Mount Pleasant55 North Charleston49 James Island39 Folly Beach23 Isle of Palms20 Shem Creek20 Hanahan17 Daniel Island14 Sullivan's Island10 Old Village10 Summerville9 Johns Island7 Kiawah Island6 I’On4 Seabrook Island4 Goose Creek4 Wadmalaw Island2

CuisineItalian45 Sushi35 Mexican39 BBQ25 Seafood85 Steakhouse17 Vietnamese3 Thai8 Pizza

Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - James Island

798 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.

4.7★·728 ratings

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Cane Pazzo

1276 Yeamans Hall Rd, HanahanTrending

Cane Pazzo

Neighborhood Italian on Yeamans Hall Road in Hanahan, serving wine and beer in a reservable dining room.

4.9★·2.1k ratings

Indaco

526 King St, Charleston

Indaco

Rustic eatery starring Italian fare & wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pasta, cured sausages & wines.

4.6★·1.7k ratings

MESU

570 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.

4.6★·1.4k ratings

Cuoco Pazzo Trattoria

1035 Johnnie Dodds Blvd C-10, Mt PleasantTrending

Cuoco Pazzo Trattoria

Trattoria offering traditional Italian dishes & a wine list in an intimate atmosphere.

4.6★·906 ratings

Legami

492 King St, CharlestonTrending

Legami

Neighborhood Italian on upper King, built around handmade pasta and a concise wine list.

4.5★·2.3k ratings

Laura Summerville

101 N Main St, SummervilleTrending

Laura Summerville

Family-run Italian on North Main in Summerville, with a long-standing local following and a straightforward red-sauce menu.

4.5★·1.8k ratings

Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - Mt Pleasant

1150 Queensborough Blvd Suite B, Mt PleasantTrending

Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - Mt Pleasant

Laid-back, late-night hangout offering sushi, cocktails, beer & a roster of live entertainment.

4.5★·1.4k ratings

Sorelle

88 Broad St, CharlestonTrending

Sorelle

Italian fine dining from the Indaco team, tucked into a historic Broad Street building with handmade pasta and an Italian wine list.

4.6★·1.8k ratings

Melfi's

721 King St, CharlestonTrending

Melfi's

Neighborhood Italian on upper King serving red-sauce classics and hand-rolled pasta in a warm, low-lit room.

4.7★·17k ratings

Sushi Taro Japanese Restaurant

1171 Basketweave Dr, Mt PleasantTrending

Sushi Taro Japanese Restaurant

Japanese eatery serving creative rolls, hibachi & bento box entrees in a stylish space with a patio.

4.5★·737 ratings

Coda Del Pesce

1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of PalmsTrending

Coda Del Pesce

Housemade pasta & Italian seafood dishes served in a light-filled eatery with a patio & ocean views.

4.8★·9.6k ratings

843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House

6601 Rivers Ave, North Charleston

843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House

Casual eatery offering BBQ beef, pork & veggies cooked on tabletop grills, plus sushi.

4.4★·2.4k ratings

Le Farfalle

15 Beaufain St, Charleston

Le Farfalle

Bright & airy neighborhood osteria for thoughtfully sourced, reimagined Italian cuisine & cocktails.

4.6★·24k ratings

Migliori's Pizzeria

1055 SC-41 Unit 100, Mt Pleasant

Migliori's Pizzeria

Hand-tossed pies, sandwiches & salads served with beer & wine in a casual modern spot with a patio.

4.4★·978 ratings

Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - West Ashley

1680 Old Towne Rd, Charleston

Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - West Ashley

Neighborhood sushi bar and sports pub on Old Towne Road, serving rolls alongside draft beer and wall-to-wall screens.

4.4★·1.2k ratings

Bricco Bracco

1161 Basketweave Dr, Mt Pleasant

Bricco Bracco

Classic pastas & other homestyle Italian dishes served in a comfortable setting with a full bar.

4.4★·918 ratings

Frannie & The Fox

181 Church St, Charleston

Frannie & The Fox

Relaxed Italian restaurant offering wood-fired pizzas & happy hours, plus homey decor & a courtyard.

4.5★·1.1k ratings

Wasabi of Daniel Island

194 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston

Wasabi of Daniel Island

Sleek Japanese venue serving creative sushi rolls, hibachi & Thai bites in modern digs with a patio.

4.5★·1.6k ratings

Shokudô

479B King St, Charleston

Shokudô

Compact Japanese dining room on upper King serving izakaya-style plates with a focused sake and beer list.

4.5★·115 ratings

SAVI Cucina + Wine Bar

1324 Theater Dr, Mt Pleasant

SAVI Cucina + Wine Bar

Neighborhood Italian spot in Mount Pleasant with a wine bar focus, live music, and a menu built around pasta and wood-fired dishes.

4.6★·8.4k ratings

Saltus River Grill

802 Bay St STE C, Beaufort

Saltus River Grill

Sophisticated eatery with wood grill, sleek bar & extensive wine list serves steak, seafood & sushi.

4.3★·1.6k ratings

Vespa Pizzeria

224 Seven Farms Drive #101, Daniel Island

Vespa Pizzeria

Wood-fired pizzas made with local produce are served in a room decked out with recycled Vespa tires.

4.3★·595 ratings

Fuji Sushi Bar & Grill

644 Long Point Rd, Mt Pleasant

Fuji Sushi Bar & Grill

Sleek venue featuring signature sushi rolls & hibachi entrees, plus a full bar & daily happy hour.

4.3★·1.1k ratings

Kanpai Japanese Restaurant

1035 Johnnie Dodds Blvd suite b-9, Mt Pleasant

Kanpai Japanese Restaurant

Calm, cozy eatery featuring creative takes on sushi, plus Japanese & Korean dishes.

4.3★·237 ratings

Sake House Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Restaurant

4952 Centre Pointe Dr #112, North Charleston

Sake House Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Restaurant

Family-friendly Japanese spot featuring sushi, hibachi cooking tables & a lengthy sake selection.

4.1★·3.9k ratings

Grimaldi's Pizzeria

1244 Belk Dr, Mt Pleasant

Grimaldi's Pizzeria

Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pies & calzones, plus wine & beer.

4.2★·1.5k ratings

CO Restaurant

340 King St, Charleston

CO Restaurant

Hip choice for contemporary twists on Southeast Asian staples like pho, banh mi & dumplings.

4.2★·1.2k ratings

Tolli’s Trattoria

1803 Crowne Commons Way Suite A-3, Johns Island

Tolli’s Trattoria

Neighborhood Italian on Johns Island's commercial strip, serving pizza and pasta with beer in a strip-mall setting.

4.1★·301 ratings

Tsunami Japanese Restaurant

1909 US-17 Ste K, Mt Pleasant

Tsunami Japanese Restaurant

Local chain serving a menu of sushi & Pan-Asian entrees in a contemporary, stylish space.

4.0★·1k ratings

Ristorante LIDI

901 Island Park Dr, Charleston

Ristorante LIDI

Traditional Italian dishes prepared in a charming atmosphere with red-&-white checkered tablecloths.

4.0★·470 ratings

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AmenitiesReservations310 Takeout525 Delivery300 Clear