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

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334 E Bay St Suite E, CharlestonTrending
SHIKI
Compact, unpretentious locale for sashimi, specialty sushi rolls & Japanese kitchen entrees.
4.96.1k ratings
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Sushi35 Thai8 Takeout525 Downtown230 West Ashley70 Mount Pleasant55 Seafood85 Outdoor seating416 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 Pizza54 Sandwich

Poke Burri / Lifting Noodles Ramen

835 Savannah Hwy, Charleston

Poke Burri / Lifting Noodles Ramen

Dual-concept West Ashley strip mall spot serving build-your-own poke bowls and Japanese ramen under one roof.

4.7★·554 ratings

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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

Hachiya Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

688 Citadel Haven Dr, CharlestonTrending

Hachiya Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

Relaxed, family-friendly Japanese restaurant offering a sushi menu, tempura & teppanyaki meals.

4.6★·2.5k ratings

Konnichiwa

975 Savannah Hwy Suite 129, Charleston

Konnichiwa

Strip-mall Japanese on Savannah Highway serving sushi and cooked dishes, with beer and wine, to a loyal West Ashley crowd.

4.7★·472 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

Thailicious Thai Cuisine and Hotpot

1975 Magwood Dr Unit T, Charleston

Thailicious Thai Cuisine and Hotpot

Thai kitchen and hot pot spot tucked into a Magwood Drive strip center, serving beer alongside build-your-own broth pots and Bangkok staples.

4.6★·712 ratings

Mango Tree Thai Cafe

396 Huger St Suite 110, Charleston

Mango Tree Thai Cafe

Neighborhood Thai spot on Huger Street serving curries, noodles, and beer in a low-key strip mall setting.

4.5★·468 ratings

167 Sushi Bar

289 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending

167 Sushi Bar

Compact East Bay sushi bar with a focused menu, sake list, and reliable omakase options in a spare, dimly lit room.

4.7★·661 ratings

Aji Asian Bistro

1011 Harbor View Rd, Charleston

Aji Asian Bistro

Neighborhood hibachi grill & sushi specialist serving bento boxes, noodle bowls & wok-fried rice.

4.6★·470 ratings

Zen Asian Fusion

2037 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston

Zen Asian Fusion

Hip restaurant serving sushi & Asian-fusion cuisine boasts a large bar with happy hour.

4.5★·2.3k ratings

O-Ku

463 King St, Charleston

O-Ku

Happening Japanese eatery & lounge with trendy environs sporting exposed brick & high ceilings.

4.5★·1.4k 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

Tokyo Bistro

1501 N Hwy 17 B, Mt Pleasant

Tokyo Bistro

Sushi is served alongside familiar Japanese dishes & Chinese specialties at this informal eatery.

4.5★·781 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

KING STREET FOODS

347 King St, Charleston

KING STREET FOODS

Fast-casual counter on King Street serving sushi burritos and poke bowls where Hawaiian and Japanese overlap.

4.4★·303 ratings

Tasty Thai & Sushi

320 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant

Tasty Thai & Sushi

Neighborhood strip-mall Thai and sushi spot on Coleman Boulevard, steady enough to earn loyal Mt. Pleasant regulars over the years.

4.5★·207 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

Ichiban Steak House & Asian Fusion

1716 Old Towne Rd, Charleston

Ichiban Steak House & Asian Fusion

Grilled hibachi fare, sushi & Pan-Asian plates served in an upscale lounge setting with bar.

4.4★·2k ratings

Thai Elephants Restaurant (James Island)

915 Folly Rd, CharlestonTrending

Thai Elephants Restaurant (James Island)

Casual place with ornate, traditional decor offering classic Thai dishes as well as Japanese sushi.

4.6★·571 ratings

Kings Sushi

1119 Wappoo Rd # H, Charleston

Kings Sushi

Neighborhood sushi spot on Wappoo Road serving rolls, hibachi, and all-you-can-eat buffet with beer on tap.

4.4★·1k ratings

Maguro Sushi Bar

874 Orleans Rd #7, CharlestonTrending

Maguro Sushi Bar

Compact Japanese counter in West Ashley strip mall serving sushi with a tight menu and an unusually high local following.

4.7★·331 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

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

Cedar Creek Tavern Charleston

2578 Ashley River Rd, Charleston

Cedar Creek Tavern Charleston

Sprawling neighborhood bar-and-grill on Ashley River Road with wings, live music, and a loyal local crowd.

4.5★·245 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

ThaiZapp Restaurant and bar

200 Meeting St Unit 2, CharlestonTrending

ThaiZapp Restaurant and bar

Straightforward restaurant offering traditional Thai cuisine, including chicken satay & dumplings.

4.5★·631 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

Osaka Asian Bistro

100 Folly Rd Blvd, Charleston

Osaka Asian Bistro

Chinese & Japanese dishes, plus creative maki, served in a simple dining area with a sushi bar.

4.2★·476 ratings

Basil Park Circle

1070 E Montague Ave A, North Charleston

Basil Park Circle

Traditional & contemporary Thai dishes like curries in a stylish small-chain outpost.

4.4★·680 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

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

James Island Fire Grill hibachi sushi

1411 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.

4.4★·423 ratings

Ginza Japanese Grill - West Ashley

946 Orleans Rd # G1, Charleston

Ginza Japanese Grill - West Ashley

Neighborhood strip-mall Japanese grill in West Ashley serving sushi and cooked plates with free parking and delivery options.

4.1★·285 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

Bushido Sushi & Hibachi Charleston

1975 Magwood Dr V, Charleston

Bushido Sushi & Hibachi Charleston

Sushi plus hibachi & tempura entrees served by chefs that combine classic & Western-inspired styles.

4.0★·505 ratings

Taste Of Tokyo

3032 W Montague Ave #204, North Charleston

Taste Of Tokyo

Easygoing, modern eatery offering self-serve Japanese staples, such as teppanyaki & sushi rolls.

4.0★·1.1k ratings

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VibeDate night25 Brunch232 Cheap eats83 Outdoor seating416 Late night8

AmenitiesReservations310 Takeout525 Delivery300 Clear