Hyman's Seafood
Vast seafood spot & deli spread over most of a city block in buildings that date back to the 1890s.
The places locals actually book — from neighborhood lunch spots to tasting-menu nights.
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.
Neighborhood coffee shop and gathering spot on James Island's Harbor View Road, with live music and a dog-friendly patio.
Bustling eatery & bar serving up seafood, including raw-bar items, in a grand, classic setting.
Tiny East Bay oyster bar. Boston-fresh fish, cash counter, line out the door.
Southern coastal cuisine is prepared at this bustling, no-frills beach grill with a full bar & deck.
Laid-back Johns Island seafood spot on Maybank Highway, serving local fish and cold drinks to island regulars.
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.
Huge filets of fish ’n’ chips constitute the entire menu at this unassuming British specialist.
Spacious, refined eatery featuring Lowcountry fare cooked using ingredients from nearby farms.
A refined take on traditional Southern cooking, served in a warm, sophisticated environment.
Cajun- & Creole-style seafood doled out in hip digs with garage door windows, a full bar & patio.
Counter sandwich shop on Folly Road where James Island locals queue for deli-built subs at lunch.
Tiny Cannonborough seafood spot with a daily-changing chalkboard menu. No reservations.
Compact East Bay sushi bar with a focused menu, sake list, and reliable omakase options in a spare, dimly lit room.
Dual-concept West Ashley strip mall spot serving build-your-own poke bowls and Japanese ramen under one roof.
Refined American & steakhouse fare offered in elegant, contemporary accommodations.
Strip-mall Japanese on Savannah Highway serving sushi and cooked dishes, with beer and wine, to a loyal West Ashley crowd.
Creatively flavored grits accompany the surf 'n' turf at this area-sourced Southern specialist.
Neighborhood sushi counter on Folly Road that doubles as a sports bar, drawing James Island regulars for rolls and draft beer.
Stylish Southern coastal fixture with a full bar & wine list uses carefully sourced ingredients.
Relaxed, family-friendly Japanese restaurant offering a sushi menu, tempura & teppanyaki meals.
Tranquil eatery featuring sandwiches & charcuterie, classic Italian desserts, wine & cocktails.
Down-home restaurant with porch dining, offering daily specials for lunch & dinner, plus happy hour.
Expansive, lively destination for oysters & hearty entrees, with a copper bar for cocktails & wine.
Classic pub fare & a long list of beers on draft at this lively tavern with pool & other games.
Japanese-Mexican fusion restaurant on upper King Street, with sushi and tacos sharing a menu alongside cocktails and occasional live music.
Local diner chain serving classic American breakfast & lunch fare in a warm atmosphere.
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.
Quaint bistro with full bar has a seafood-centric menu plus beef, chicken & handmade pasta options.
Customizable seafood boils & fried baskets in a roomy space with elaborate nautical decor & TVs.
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.
Local chain serving ice cream & shakes, plus sandwiches & sides, in a low-key, retro space.
Cozy, rustic bar/eatery with a country vibe & seafood plates, plus happy hours & outdoor seating.
Tucked-away sandwich shop on Wentworth Street serving lunch with outdoor seating and coffee.
Visitors can eat indoors or on the terrace with countryside views at this casual seafood option.
Laid-back, late-night hangout offering sushi, cocktails, beer & a roster of live entertainment.
Casual beachside seafood counter on Folly Road serving fried fish and cold beer steps from the shore.
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.
Bright counter-serve spot offering build-your-own banh mi sandwiches, tacos & salads.
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.
Casual eatery with a convivial atmosphere, serving a crab-heavy menu of classic seafood.
Compact Japanese counter in West Ashley strip mall serving sushi with a tight menu and an unusually high local following.
Counter-service spot on President Street built around porchetta sandwiches, with coffee and rotating small plates.
Bustling spot for refined seafood dishes, served in clubby, brick-walled environs, with a bar.
Neighborhood hibachi grill & sushi specialist serving bento boxes, noodle bowls & wok-fried rice.
Industrial seafood fixture in a former warehouse with a raw bar, craft cocktails & an outdoor patio.
Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.
Hip restaurant serving sushi & Asian-fusion cuisine boasts a large bar with happy hour.
Upscale roadside seafood brasserie for oysters, cocktails & market-fresh, imaginative French fare.
Quaint eatery where generous portions of seafood & other casual fare come in a bustling setting.
Japanese eatery serving creative rolls, hibachi & bento box entrees in a stylish space with a patio.
Parisian-inspired cafe serving coffee during the day, with wine, tapas, poetry & music at night.
This restaurant presents French cooking without pretension in a homey, curtain-framed dining room.
Cinderblock seafood shack on a salt marsh. Cluster oysters, fried fish, beer.
Casual seafood and oyster bar on Folly Road, pulling in locals with raw bar staples and cold beer.
Casual seafood counter steps from the Isle of Palms strand, serving fried platters and low country staples with live music on the back deck.
Sushi is served alongside familiar Japanese dishes & Chinese specialties at this informal eatery.
Straightforward restaurant offering traditional Thai cuisine, including chicken satay & dumplings.
Sleek, modern eatery at the Vendue Hotel focusing on Lowcountry staples with heritage ingredients.
Lively eatery dishing out Mexican favorites, including tacos and tortas, in hip, casual environs.
West Ashley craft brewery slinging pizza and wings alongside rotating house beers in a casual, family-friendly taproom.
Unpretentious eatery serving up familiar Southern fare such as fried chicken, seafood & BBQ.
Neighborhood coffee shop and deli on Spring Street, pouring espresso and serving pastries alongside beer and wine.
Sprawling neighborhood bar-and-grill on Ashley River Road with wings, live music, and a loyal local crowd.
Happening Japanese eatery & lounge with trendy environs sporting exposed brick & high ceilings.
Unfussy, wood-lined eatery offering Southern seafood specialties & sides plus beer & wine.
Grilled hibachi fare, sushi & Pan-Asian plates served in an upscale lounge setting with bar.
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.
Waterfront restaurant with terraces offering seafood specialties amid stylish surroundings.
Unpretentious Coleman Boulevard neighborhood bar slinging burgers, seafood, and cold beer to Mount Pleasant regulars since the 1970s.
Casual eatery offering BBQ beef, pork & veggies cooked on tabletop grills, plus sushi.
Wood-fired Neapolitan pies and Italian wine on Maybank Highway, tucked into a James Island strip mall.
Laid-back, family-run joint offering Southern & American classics, such as burgers, BBQ & seafood.
Bright, modern eatery with coffee, bagels & Wi-Fi by day, cocktails & New American fare by night.
Local deli chain doling out made-to-order sandwiches along with salads, baked potatoes & hot dogs.
Southern seafood favorites served in a simple setting, with scenic views, a bar & outdoor seating.
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
Neighborhood strip-mall Thai and sushi spot on Coleman Boulevard, steady enough to earn loyal Mt. Pleasant regulars over the years.
Dog-friendly coffee stop on Maybank Highway serving Johns Island commuters and farm-road regulars.
Neighborhood sushi spot on Wappoo Road serving rolls, hibachi, and all-you-can-eat buffet with beer on tap.
Guests look out on the ocean from the deck & rooftop bar, while dining on island-inspired dishes.
Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
Fast-casual counter on King Street serving sushi burritos and poke bowls where Hawaiian and Japanese overlap.
Neighborhood sushi bar and sports pub on Old Towne Road, serving rolls alongside draft beer and wall-to-wall screens.
Bare-bones outfit with creek views draws locals with Lowcountry-style fried seafood; dinner only.
Casual surf-themed seafood spot on Sullivan's Island serving oysters, brunch, and cold beer steps from the beach.
Hibachi tables and sushi rolls on Folly Road, serving James Island's suburban strip with teppanyaki theatrics and standard Japanese fare.
Nothing-fancy, family-friendly spot combining Irish pub with Lowcountry seafood & live music.
Sophisticated eatery with wood grill, sleek bar & extensive wine list serves steak, seafood & sushi.
Relaxed eatery tucked in a former warehouse, with outdoor seating & a menu of locally sourced fish.
Casual eatery with a convivial atmosphere, serving a crab-heavy menu of classic seafood.
Calm, cozy eatery featuring creative takes on sushi, plus Japanese & Korean dishes.
Laid-back waterfront fish house on Isle of Palms serving raw bar staples and fried seafood with cold beer and occasional live music.
Casual counter-service spot on Skylark Drive slinging fried seafood and chicken out of a strip mall suite.
Gourmet market & cafe offering a range of eats, including sandwiches, salads & pastries.
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.
Casual quick-serve shop serving pizzas, subs & salads near the beach.
Vintage rowboats adorn the ceiling of this Southern restaurant with a diverse local seafood menu.
Family-run Italian market and deli on Scott Street serving imported goods, sandwiches, and wine in Mount Pleasant.
Shellfish can be eaten by the bucketful at this relaxed joint serving seafood with a Southern twist.
Relaxed restaurant & bar chain serving steak & seafood, plus signature nachos, sandwiches & pasta.
Chinese & Japanese dishes, plus creative maki, served in a simple dining area with a sushi bar.
Smoked meats, local seafood & a robust drink menu in a sprawling locale directly on Shem Creek.
Waterfront bar-and-grill on the Wando River serving fried seafood and cold beer with a dock and occasional live music.
Hip choice for contemporary twists on Southeast Asian staples like pho, banh mi & dumplings.
Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.
Easygoing restaurant offering handcut steaks, Southern-style rib platters & other classic dishes.
Neighborhood sports bar off Highway 17 with pizza, sandwiches, and dog-friendly patio in the Belle Hall corridor.
Neighborhood cafe and market on McCarthy Street in North Charleston, pouring coffee and serving sandwiches alongside beer and wine.
Neighborhood strip-mall Japanese grill in West Ashley serving sushi and cooked plates with free parking and delivery options.
Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.
Family-friendly Japanese spot featuring sushi, hibachi cooking tables & a lengthy sake selection.
Sophisticated operation serving freshly caught fish, with outdoor seating & a casual downstairs bar.
Sushi plus hibachi & tempura entrees served by chefs that combine classic & Western-inspired styles.
Easygoing, modern eatery offering self-serve Japanese staples, such as teppanyaki & sushi rolls.
Refined eatery at Wild Dunes Resort offering locavore seafood & drinks in a terrace-enhanced space.
Landmark no-frills barbecue joint with meat slow-cooked in a wood-fire pit, plus outdoor seating.
Local chain serving a menu of sushi & Pan-Asian entrees in a contemporary, stylish space.
Casual beach-strip pizza and sandwich counter on the Isle of Palms, steps from the ocean, with beer and a dog-friendly patio.
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.
Stylish area-sourced seafood spot in Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, with a deck & rooftop bar.