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1217 Savannah Hwy, CharlestonTrending
Swig & Swine
House-smoked meats & creative sides served in a funky BBQ spot with outdoor seating, beer & bourbon.
4.73.8k ratings
Open
Charleston · Restaurants
Best restaurants in Charleston
The places locals actually book — from neighborhood lunch spots to tasting-menu nights.
West Ashley70Outdoor seating416Brunch232Cheap eats83Late night7Downtown239Mount Pleasant57Seafood85Takeout524Pizza54Reservations309
Clear all- 21922 Savannah Hwy, CharlestonTrending
Boxcar Betty's
Creative fried chicken sandwiches, plus fries, floats & pickles offered in retro counter-serve digs.
4.72.6k ratingsOpen - 31337 Ashley River Rd, Charleston
R Kitchen
New American tasting menus with wines, served in 2 nightly seatings at a 20-seat chef's counter.
4.7460 ratingsOpen - 41219 Savannah Hwy, CharlestonTrending
The Glass Onion
Upbeat spot serving refined, locally sourced soul-food favorites in charming environs.
4.62.3k ratingsOpen - 51644 Savannah Hwy, CharlestonTrending
Early Bird Diner
All-day breakfast & American diner classics served in a funky, art-filled setting.
4.64k ratingsOpen - 61980-A, 1980 Ashley River Rd, CharlestonTrending
Bear E Patch Cafe West
Low-key, dinerlike option serving sandwiches, salads & soups plus breakfast items all day.
4.62.4k ratingsOpen - 71750 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
WildFlour Pastry
Neighborhood bakery-cafe on Savannah Highway slinging scratch pastries and coffee to the West Ashley morning crowd.
4.7536 ratingsOpen - 8817 Savannah Hwy, CharlestonTrending
Gene's Haufbrau
Classic pub fare & a long list of beers on draft at this lively tavern with pool & other games.
4.61k ratingsOpen - 9Westwood Plaza Shopping Center, 1808 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Suite 1, CharlestonTrending
Metro Diner
Local diner chain serving classic American breakfast & lunch fare in a warm atmosphere.
4.62.5k ratingsOpen - 101901 Ashley River Rd, Charleston
Annie O' Love's Cookie Cafe
Vegan bakery and coffee cafe on Ashley River Road, built around house-made cookies and plant-based cafe staples.
4.6438 ratingsOpen - 111901 Ashley River Rd, Charleston
Mazal
Israeli-Mediterranean spot on Ashley River Road serving shawarma, falafel, and tel Aviv-style plates in a casual strip-mall setting.
4.6317 ratingsOpen - 121734 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston
King Claw - Juicy Seafood & Bar
Customizable seafood boils & fried baskets in a roomy space with elaborate nautical decor & TVs.
4.64.5k ratingsOpen - 132366 Ashley River Rd Building 1, CharlestonTrending
Palmira Barbecue
Colombian-inflected barbecue from pitmaster Hector Gaitan on Ashley River Road, where smoked meats meet South American spice.
4.51.4k ratingsOpen - 14630 Skylark Dr Ste A, CharlestonTrending
Taste Of The Islands Charleston. SC
Caribbean kitchen on Skylark Drive serving jerk, curry, and island staples with occasional live music in a strip-mall setting.
4.5869 ratingsOpen - 151205 Ashley River Rd, CharlestonTrending
Home Team BBQ
Bustling tavern serving generous portions of smoked meat & Southern sides, plus frequent live music.
4.54.9k ratingsOpen - 163669 Savannah Hwy, Johns Island
Angel Oak Restaurant and Bar
Southern-inspired outfit serving scratch-made American fare, wine & beer in a cozy, rustic setting.
4.61.7k ratingsOpen - 17Ashley River Rd, Charleston
Betty Lou's Bistro
Neighborhood bistro on Ashley River Road serving dine-in and takeout with beer and wine, drawing steady locals since opening.
4.6520 ratingsOpen - 181028 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston
Hugh-Baby's BBQ & Burger Shop
Counter-service burger and BBQ joint on St. Andrews Blvd, slinging smash burgers and smoked meats to West Ashley regulars.
4.6802 ratingsOpen - 192026 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Toast! All Day
Casual local chain restaurant serving Southern breakfast, lunch & dinner with live entertainment.
4.53.9k ratingsOpen - 209 Magnolia Rd, Charleston
Pearlz Oyster Bar
Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.
4.52.1k ratingsOpen - 211975 Magwood Dr Suite B, Charleston
Rio Chico Mexican Restaurant - West Ashley
Traditional Mexican dishes offered in a casual space with a bar mixing margaritas.
4.51.7k ratingsOpen - 22817 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina
Lively eatery dishing out Mexican favorites, including tacos and tortas, in hip, casual environs.
4.41.9k ratingsOpen - 232487 Ashley River Rd, Charleston
The Mason Jar By Fatboys
Unpretentious eatery serving up familiar Southern fare such as fried chicken, seafood & BBQ.
4.5623 ratingsOpen - 24828 Savannah Hwy, CharlestonTrending
Triangle Char & Bar
Local chain serving cocktails, locally sourced burgers, tacos & more in a vibrant setting.
4.64.4k ratingsOpen - 252578 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.
4.5245 ratingsOpen - 261940 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, CharlestonTrending
Villa Cantina
Neighborhood Mexican cantina on Sam Rittenberg with margaritas, live music, and a reliable Cal-Mex menu.
4.88.2k ratingsOpen - 271750 Savannah Hwy Suite #8, Charleston
Hunley's Neighborhood Grill
Laid-back West Ashley sports bar with cold beer, pub grub, and occasional live music in a strip mall off Savannah Highway.
4.5473 ratingsOpen - 282366 Ashley River Rd, Charleston
The Pub On 61
Neighborhood bar and grill on Ashley River Road with live music, cold beer, and no pretense.
4.4606 ratingsOpen - 292388 Ashley River Rd, Charleston
Easterby's Family Grille
Laid-back, family-run joint offering Southern & American classics, such as burgers, BBQ & seafood.
4.4999 ratingsOpen - 301300 Savannah Hwy #4, Charleston
Mario's Italian Grill
Neighborhood Italian-pizza standby on Savannah Highway, doing dine-in, delivery, and gyros out of a strip mall since the West Ashley crowd figured it out.
4.3676 ratingsOpen - 312812 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island
Southern Brews Coffee
Dog-friendly coffee stop on Maybank Highway serving Johns Island commuters and farm-road regulars.
4.4428 ratingsOpen - 321331 Ashley River Rd, Charleston
The Garden by Charles Towne Fermentory
Outdoor coffee and beer garden on Ashley River Road, with live music and dogs welcome on the grounds.
4.5144 ratingsOpen - 3319 Magnolia Rd, Charleston
Mellow Mushroom Charleston - West Ashley
Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
4.31.6k ratingsOpen - 341798 Ashley River Rd, Charleston
Paisano's Pizza Grill
Down-to-earth pizzeria with a neighborhood vibe also offering sandwiches, wings & salads.
4.31.3k ratingsOpen - 351836 Ashley River Rd Ste A, Charleston
Señor Tequila
Low-key Mexican kitchen producing a familiar menu of fajitas, quesadillas, tacos & margaritas.
4.32k ratingsOpen - 361836 Ashley River Rd suite 0, Charleston
Ruby’s New York Style Bagels
New York-style bagels and coffee on Ashley River Road, with a loyal West Ashley following.
4.4171 ratingsOpen - 37835 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Ruby Sunshine
All-day brunch spot on Savannah Hwy slinging boozy bloody marys, eggs benedict, and mimosas to West Ashley weekenders.
4.3503 ratingsOpen - 382245 Ashley Crossing Dr unit 16, Charleston
The Flying Biscuit Cafe
Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.
4.3752 ratingsOpen - 392008 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Trotters Restaurant
Restaurant serving Southern fare in a contemporary space at the Town & Country Inn & Suites.
4.3458 ratingsOpen - 402544 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Southern Roots Smokehouse
Low-key outlet for smoked meats & classic sides served in a rustic BBQ spot with beers & cocktails.
4.15.5k ratingsOpen - 411975 Magwood Dr, Charleston
Bagel Nation
Neighborhood bagel shop on Magwood Drive serving breakfast sandwiches and coffee to West Ashley regulars.
4.2626 ratingsOpen - 423871 W Ashley Cir Unit 320 & 330, Charleston
Agaves Cantina West Ashley
Neighborhood Tex-Mex cantina in a West Ashley strip mall serving margaritas, tacos, and cold beer to a regular local crowd.
4.2646 ratingsOpen - 43Westwood Plaza Shopping Center, 1808 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.
4.1363 ratingsOpen - 443417 Shelby Ray Ct unit e, Charleston
Stones Throw Tavern
Neighborhood sports bar in a strip mall off Savannah Highway, with cold beer, pub food, and enough TVs to catch every game.
4.01.3k ratingsOpen - 451660 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Santi’s West Ashley
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Savannah Highway serving tacos and cold beer in a no-frills West Ashley setting.
4.1501 ratingsOpen - 461602 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Bessinger's BBQ
Landmark no-frills barbecue joint with meat slow-cooked in a wood-fire pit, plus outdoor seating.
4.13k ratingsOpen
