4.7 · 250
1
215 Meeting St, CharlestonTrending
Hyman's Seafood
Vast seafood spot & deli spread over most of a city block in buildings that date back to the 1890s.
4.948k ratings
Open
Charleston · Restaurants
Best restaurants in Charleston
The places locals actually book — from neighborhood lunch spots to tasting-menu nights.
Downtown244Seafood85Mexican39Bakery21Vietnamese3West Ashley70Mount Pleasant57Outdoor seating421Takeout529Pizza54Brunch236
Clear allFilters
All filters5 active
AreaDowntown244West Ashley70Mount Pleasant57North Charleston49James Island39Sullivan's Island29Folly Beach23Isle of Palms20Hanahan17Daniel Island14Summerville9Johns Island7Kiawah Island6Goose Creek4Seabrook Island4Wadmalaw Island2Clear
- 4.8 · 250210 Hayne St, CharlestonTrending
Hank's Seafood Restaurant
Bustling eatery & bar serving up seafood, including raw-bar items, in a grand, classic setting.
4.825k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 2503193 King St, CharlestonTrending
167 Raw
Tiny East Bay oyster bar. Boston-fresh fish, cash counter, line out the door.
4.85.8k ratingsoysters · seafood · lunchOpen - 4.8 · 2504115 Calhoun St, CharlestonTrending
Delaney Oyster House
Homey locale in a historic house serving seafood specialties & a raw bar, plus wine & cocktails.
4.88.1k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 2505199 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Spacious, refined eatery featuring Lowcountry fare cooked using ingredients from nearby farms.
4.722k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 2506185 E Bay St #200, CharlestonTrending
Magnolias
A refined take on traditional Southern cooking, served in a warm, sophisticated environment.
4.752k ratingsOpen - 4.9 · 487684 King St, Charleston
WELTONS TINY BAKESHOP
Compact King Street bakery turning out pastries and coffee from a small-format shop with outdoor seating.
4.8370 ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 1428252 Coming St, CharlestonTrending
Chubby Fish
Tiny Cannonborough seafood spot with a daily-changing chalkboard menu. No reservations.
4.71.1k ratingsseafood · walk-inOpen - 4.8 · 2509544 King St, CharlestonTrending
The Ordinary
This 1920s bank now houses an upscale seafood restaurant with high ceilings, large windows & a bar.
4.823k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 1971014 N Market St, CharlestonTrending
Burwell's Stone Fire Grill - Prime Steak & Fresh Seafood
Refined American & steakhouse fare offered in elegant, contemporary accommodations.
4.71.5k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25011320 Wingo Way #100, Mt PleasantTrending
Grace & Grit
Creatively flavored grits accompany the surf 'n' turf at this area-sourced Southern specialist.
4.717k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 1021228 Broad St, CharlestonTrending
The Establishment
Stylish seafood restaurant offering classic Southern dishes alongside beer, wine & bourbon drinks.
4.7784 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 1311312 Anson St, CharlestonTrending
Anson Restaurant
Stylish Southern coastal fixture with a full bar & wine list uses carefully sourced ingredients.
4.71k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25014198 E Bay St STE 100, Charleston
Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar
Tranquil eatery featuring sandwiches & charcuterie, classic Italian desserts, wine & cocktails.
4.72.9k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25015701 E Bay St No. 110, CharlestonTrending
Rappahannock Oyster Bar
Expansive, lively destination for oysters & hearty entrees, with a copper bar for cocktails & wine.
4.74.1k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 17716570 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.
4.61.4k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25017153 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending
Pearlz Oyster Bar
Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.
4.62.9k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 25018595 King St Ste 1, CharlestonTrending
Pink Bellies
Counter-service Vietnamese on upper King, built around pho, banh mi, and rice bowls with a tight beer list.
4.62.1k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25019513 King St, Charleston
The Darling Oyster Bar
Stylish spot with vintage appeal for creative seafood dishes, fry baskets & raw oysters.
4.75.5k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 4820Patriots Plaza Shopping Center, 909 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Philosophia
Greek-owned coffee shop and café in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, pulling espresso alongside Mediterranean plates.
4.6371 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25021186 Concord St, Charleston
Fleet Landing Restaurant & Raw Bar
Southern seafood staples like crab soup, oysters, and more served in a sleek spot, with a waterfront patio.
4.612k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 2502282 Queen St, CharlestonTrending
82 Queen
A swanky bar and intimate courtyard help make this refined Southern spot a special occasion favorite.
4.639k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 250235 Fulton St, CharlestonTrending
Bar167
Compact Mediterranean seafood spot tucked on Fulton Street, drawing steady locals with a focused menu and a well-curated wine list.
4.75.3k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 7524162 Spring St, Charleston
Bon Banh Mi Southeast Asian Kitchen
Bright counter-serve spot offering build-your-own banh mi sandwiches, tacos & salads.
4.6577 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 1022599 S Market St Suite 5, Charleston
Port of Call - Food & Brew
Nautical-themed Market Street spot serving seafood, brunch, and craft beer with live music in the heart of the tourist corridor.
4.6782 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 2502641 S Market St, Charleston
Charleston Crab House
Casual eatery with a convivial atmosphere, serving a crab-heavy menu of classic seafood.
4.55.4k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25027205 E Bay St, Charleston
Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar
Bustling spot for refined seafood dishes, served in clubby, brick-walled environs, with a bar.
4.62.5k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 2502835 S Market St, Charleston
Oyster House Seafood & O-Bar
Industrial seafood fixture in a former warehouse with a raw bar, craft cocktails & an outdoor patio.
4.65.7k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 1222932 N Market St Suite C, Charleston
Tempest Charleston
Elegant destination offering seasonal, locally sourced seafood delicacies & a robust wine list.
4.5936 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 10230160 E Bay St, Charleston
East Bay Meeting House
Parisian-inspired cafe serving coffee during the day, with wine, tapas, poetry & music at night.
4.5781 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 12731701 E Bay St Suite 100-1, Charleston
Mercantile & Mash
Sprawling setup combining grocery, whiskey bar, coffee, wine & butcher shops, plus dining & games.
4.5971 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25032200 Meeting St Unit 2, CharlestonTrending
ThaiZapp Restaurant and bar
Straightforward restaurant offering traditional Thai cuisine, including chicken satay & dumplings.
4.73.2k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25033162 E Bay St, Charleston
Revival
Sleek, modern eatery at the Vendue Hotel focusing on Lowcountry staples with heritage ingredients.
4.58.1k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 1634132 Spring St, Charleston
Daniela's Downtown
Neighborhood coffee shop and deli on Spring Street, pouring espresso and serving pastries alongside beer and wine.
4.6121 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 250351503 King St, Charleston
Rancho Lewis
Ford Fry's Tex-Mex outpost on upper King, slinging smoked meats, flour tortillas, and margaritas in a lively, wood-paneled room.
4.68.2k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25036217 Huger St, Charleston
Taco Boy Charleston
Tacos with innovative fillings & frozen cocktails in a funky, vibrant setting, plus outdoor seating.
4.43.3k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 153739C-G, John St, Charleston
Hutson Alley
Tucked into a cobblestone alley off John Street, this intimate steakhouse and seafood spot draws regulars with a compact, focused menu.
4.5112 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25382 N Market St, Charleston
Cachita's Kitchen Downtown
Cuban-Mexican kitchen on Market Street serving ropa vieja and tacos in a compact, dog-friendly dining room.
4.3194 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 250391302 Meeting St, Charleston
Santi’s Restaurante Mexicano
A collection of eclectic chandeliers light up the Mexican & Southwest food & frozen drinks.
4.42.1k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 2740320 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.
4.5207 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 7741616 Meeting St ste b, Charleston
El PinchoTaco
Counter-service taco spot on upper Meeting Street pouring beer and wine alongside straightforward Mexican street food.
4.4591 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 17542410 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Juanita Greenberg's Nacho Royale
Counter-service Tex-Mex spot on Coleman Boulevard slinging loaded nachos and cheap beer since the '90s.
4.41.3k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 3743Parking lot, 22 Westedge St Suite 101, Charleston
Saveurs Du Monde Cafe WestEdge
French-inflected cafe tucked into the WestEdge development, serving coffee and breakfast with a global pantry.
4.4284 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 17944106 Haddrell St, Mt Pleasant
Wreck of the Richard & Charlene
Bare-bones outfit with creek views draws locals with Lowcountry-style fried seafood; dinner only.
4.31.4k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25045160 Church St, Charleston
Tommy Condon's Irish Pub & Restaurant
Nothing-fancy, family-friendly spot combining Irish pub with Lowcountry seafood & live music.
4.43.2k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 2504639D John Street, Hutson Alley, Charleston
Coast
Relaxed eatery tucked in a former warehouse, with outdoor seating & a menu of locally sourced fish.
4.23.3k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 21447159 E Bay St, Charleston
Ru Ru's Tacos & Tequila
Casual Mexican spot on East Bay slinging tacos and tequila to the downtown lunch and late-night crowd.
4.31.6k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 5848280 W Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Ruby's New York Style Bagels, LLC
New York-style bagels and coffee on Coleman Boulevard, covering breakfast and takeout in Mount Pleasant.
4.3446 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 250491 Ashley Point Dr, Charleston
California Dreaming
Relaxed restaurant & bar chain serving steak & seafood, plus signature nachos, sandwiches & pasta.
4.17.8k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25050130 Mill St, Mt Pleasant
Saltwater Cowboys
Smoked meats, local seafood & a robust drink menu in a sprawling locale directly on Shem Creek.
4.25.3k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 19851439 King St, Charleston
Juanita Greenberg's Nacho Royale
Colorful eatery & sports bar for Mexican-inspired bites & drinks, plus live music & patio seating.
4.21.5k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 285268 Wentworth St, Charleston
Handy and Hot
Quaint, cool restaurant whipping up sweet & savory biscuits & hand pies, plus coffee.
4.2217 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 15653340 King St, Charleston
CO Restaurant
Hip choice for contemporary twists on Southeast Asian staples like pho, banh mi & dumplings.
4.21.2k ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 3354112 N Market St, Charleston
Benne’s by Peninsula Grill
Daytime coffee shop and evening cocktail bar from the Peninsula Grill team, tucked into the Market Street corridor.
4.2252 ratingsOpen - 3.9 · 3355320 W Coleman Blvd unit p, Mt Pleasant
Agaves Cantina Coleman Blvd
Neighborhood Mexican cantina on Coleman Boulevard serving margaritas and tacos in a casual, reservable dining room.
4.2251 ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 250561407 Shrimp Boat Ln, Mt Pleasant
Water's Edge
Sophisticated operation serving freshly caught fish, with outdoor seating & a casual downstairs bar.
4.28.1k ratingsOpen - 3.7 · 5057301 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Harborview Restaurant & Lounge
Airy top-floor bistro & bar at the Holiday Inn offering American fare & cocktails, plus river views.
3.8382 ratingsOpen - 3.8 · 2505832 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant
Charleston Harbor Fish House - Southern Fare from the Land and Sea
Stylish area-sourced seafood spot in Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, with a deck & rooftop bar.
3.83.1k ratingsOpen
