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Best Restaurants in Charleston — Ranked by Locals · CharlestonRanked

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Best restaurants in Charleston

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

Showing 21 of 590 in Folly Beach · May 6, 2026

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34 Center St, CharlestonTrending
Jack of Cups Saloon
Global pub grub, housemade sangria & lots of beer offered in a cozy, no-nonsense space with a patio.
4.81.7k ratings
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Folly Beach23 Outdoor seating416 Cheap eats83 Date night25 Late night8 Downtown240 West Ashley70 Mount Pleasant57 Seafood85 Takeout524 Pizza54 Brunch232

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AreaDowntown240 West Ashley70 Mount Pleasant57 North Charleston49 James Island39 Sullivan's Island29 Folly Beach23 Isle of Palms20 Hanahan17 Daniel Island14 Summerville9 Johns Island7 Kiawah Island6 Goose Creek4 Seabrook Island4 Wadmalaw Island2 Clear

CuisineItalian45 Sushi35 Mexican39 BBQ25 Seafood85 Steakhouse17 Vietnamese3 Thai8 Pizza

202 E Ashley Ave, Folly BeachTrending

Bert's Market

Corner market and deli on Folly Beach, stocking groceries, cold beer, and sandwiches a block from the water since 1984.

4.7★·4.7k ratings

Open

Lost Dog Cafe

106 W Huron Ave Unit A, Folly BeachTrending

Lost Dog Cafe

Cozy cafe serving all-day breakfast & coffee plus sandwiches, salads & wraps has a dog wall of fame.

4.7★·3k ratings

Chico Feo

122 E Ashley Ave, Folly BeachTrending

Chico Feo

Funky outdoor cafe with live music & a festive vibe serving diverse eats, from tacos to sandwiches.

4.7★·1.3k ratings

Lowlife Bar

106 E Hudson Ave, Folly BeachTrending

Lowlife Bar

Breezy, rustic locale offering global dishes like jerk chicken & tuna poke, plus cocktails.

4.7★·3.5k ratings

Koko's on the Pier

101 E Arctic Ave, Folly Beach

Koko's on the Pier

Beachside counter on Folly's pier strip serving lunch with open-air seating and a view of the Atlantic.

4.7★·147 ratings

LoLo's

2293 Folly Rd, CharlestonTrending

LoLo's

Casual beachside seafood counter on Folly Road serving fried fish and cold beer steps from the shore.

4.5★·1.7k ratings

Loggerhead's Beach Grill

123 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach

Loggerhead's Beach Grill

Festive hangout doling out drinks & American chow with a deck providing ocean views & live music.

4.4★·2.6k ratings

Rita's Seaside Grille

2 Center St, Folly Beach

Rita's Seaside Grille

American fare, from burgers to seafood, served with drinks in a casual setting featuring live music.

4.5★·7.8k ratings

Bowens Island Restaurant

1870 Bowens Island Rd, Charleston

Bowens Island Restaurant

Cinderblock seafood shack on a salt marsh. Cluster oysters, fried fish, beer.

4.4★·3.4k ratings·seafood · sunset · casual

Alfredo's On Folly

106 W Hudson Ave, Folly Beach

Alfredo's On Folly

Folly Beach Italian spot dishing pasta and pies a block off the strip, with beer, wine, and free parking.

4.5★·750 ratings

Pinky's on the Beach

1 Center St, Folly Beach

Pinky's on the Beach

Casual beachside bar and grill on Folly's main strip, serving burgers and cold beer steps from the Atlantic.

4.4★·1.2k ratings

The Drop-In Bar & Deli

32 Center St # B, Folly Beach

The Drop-In Bar & Deli

Eclectic deli & pub featuring classic & specialty sandwiches, plus local craft beer on tap.

4.7★·3.2k ratings

The Washout

41 Center St, Folly Beach

The Washout

Unfussy, wood-lined eatery offering Southern seafood specialties & sides plus beer & wine.

4.4★·2k ratings

Catch 23 Restaurant

10 Center St, Folly Beach

Catch 23 Restaurant

Casual seafood spot steps from the Folly Beach pier, with live music and a straightforward menu built for post-surf crowds.

4.7★·6.1k ratings

Woody's Pizza

39 Center St, Folly Beach

Woody's Pizza

Casual quick-serve shop serving pizzas, subs & salads near the beach.

4.3★·1.6k ratings

The Crab Shack

26 Center St, Folly Beach

The Crab Shack

Shellfish can be eaten by the bucketful at this relaxed joint serving seafood with a Southern twist.

4.3★·3.5k ratings

Planet Follywood

32 Center St, Folly Beach

Planet Follywood

Offbeat neighborhood bar/eatery offering burgers & other American classics, plus live entertainment.

4.2★·718 ratings

Taco Boy Folly Beach

106 E Ashley Ave, Folly Beach

Taco Boy Folly Beach

Tacos with innovative fillings & frozen cocktails in a funky, vibrant setting, plus outdoor seating.

4.1★·3.4k ratings

Slice of Folly

16B Center St, Folly Beach

Slice of Folly

Counter-order pizza spot steps from the Folly Beach strip, serving slices and pies for the beach crowd.

3.9★·208 ratings

Coconut Joe's

11 Center St, Folly Beach

Coconut Joe's

Beachside bar and grill on Folly serving fried seafood and cold drinks a block from the water.

3.8★·1.9k ratings

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VibeDate night25 Brunch232 Cheap eats83 Outdoor seating416 Late night8 Clear

AmenitiesReservations310 Takeout524 Delivery300