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Lewis Barbecue
Texas-style brisket and hot guts in a big open-air pit yard on the upper peninsula.
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- 4.9 · 482684 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 · 24932209 Middle St, Sullivan's IslandTrending
Home Team BBQ
Bustling tavern serving generous portions of smoked meat & Southern sides, plus frequent live music.
4.71.9k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 25041217 Savannah Hwy, CharlestonTrending
Swig & Swine
House-smoked meats & creative sides served in a funky BBQ spot with outdoor seating, beer & bourbon.
4.73.8k ratingsOpen - 5.0 · 2853225 Rivers Ave, North Charleston
Maya Del Sol Kitchen
Casual Mexican kitchen on Rivers Avenue in North Charleston, serving wine alongside tacos and plates with free parking out front.
4.8215 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 2506302 Coleman Blvd, Mt PleasantTrending
Page's Okra Grill
Generous portions of casual Southern-focused home cooking are served all day at this lively eatery.
4.712k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 13271809 Reynolds Ave, North CharlestonTrending
Rebel Taqueria
Taco and beer spot on Reynolds Ave in North Charleston with live music nights and a loyal neighborhood following.
4.71k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 6882170 Snyder Cir #117, Mt Pleasant
Sena Cafe
Tucked into a Mount Pleasant strip, this neighborhood café pours espresso drinks alongside pastries, beer, and wine.
4.7520 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 21891262 Remount Rd, North CharlestonTrending
Dashi
Trendy spot with brunch doling out Mexican standards, plus desserts & cocktails.
4.71.7k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 88101802 Crowne Commons Way #C1, Johns Island
KISS Cafe
Neighborhood coffee shop in a Johns Island strip mall serving bagels, pastries, and beer and wine alongside the usual espresso drinks.
4.7673 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 70111750 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 - 4.6 · 25012198 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 - 4.8 · 55132790 Ashley Phosphate Rd, North Charleston
La Taqueria Express
Counter-service Mexican on Ashley Phosphate, built on a loyal North Charleston following and straightforward tacos that don't need explaining.
4.7423 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 162141622 Highland Ave, CharlestonTrending
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint
Tennessee whole-hog pit barbecue outfit on Highland Ave, with live music and cold beer to back it up.
4.61.2k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 17715570 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 - 4.7 · 57161901 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 - 4.8 · 32171340 Chuck Dawley Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Cachita’s Kitchen
Family-run Cuban-Mexican kitchen on Chuck Dawley, known for made-from-scratch plates and a loyal Mount Pleasant following.
4.7244 ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 182182366 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 - 4.6 · 250191205 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 - 4.6 · 175202205 Middle St, Sullivan's IslandTrending
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina
Breezy Sullivan's Island cantina serving tacos, coastal seafood, and margaritas a block from the beach.
4.51.3k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 250211011 King St, Charleston
Rodney Scott's BBQ
Whole-hog pitmaster Rodney Scott's flagship. Wood-burned pork, white bread, hot sauce.
4.57.9k ratingsbbq · casual · takeoutOpen - 4.6 · 39226231a SC-162, Hollywood
Pizza A Modo Mio and Cafe
Neapolitan pizza and espresso from a dog-friendly roadside café on SC-162 in Hollywood.
4.6296 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 91232029 Carver Ave, North Charleston
King BBQ
Chinese-run barbecue spot on Carver Avenue in North Charleston, pulling steady locals with smoked meat and a full bar.
4.5695 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 12724701 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 - 4.5 · 218251975 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 - 4.6 · 29266923 Rivers Ave, North Charleston
Rico's Taco Cafe
Counter-service taqueria on Rivers Avenue serving North Charleston's working lunch crowd with straightforward Mexican plates.
4.6221 ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 37272410 Clements Ferry Rd, Charleston
Tacos El Pariente
Cash-only taqueria on Clements Ferry serving straightforward Mexican street food to the construction and warehouse crowd on the north peninsula.
4.5283 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 16228331 Folly Rd, Charleston
Dukes Barbecue
Casual restaurant dishing up Southern barbecue classics at a buffet or via a drive-thru.
4.51.2k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 24329817 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 - 4.7 · 17306270 SC-162, Hollywood
Easton Barbecue Co.
Roadside SC-162 pit stop in Hollywood slinging barbecue with beer and wine on the side.
4.6131 ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 1631132 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 · 7832520 Folly Rd #105, Charleston
Rio Chico
Traditional Mexican dishes offered in a casual space with a bar mixing margaritas.
4.5598 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 250331503 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 · 112341712 Towne Centre Way Space B-1, Mt Pleasant
Condado Tacos
Ohio-based taco chain with build-your-own options and a full bar, planted in the Towne Centre shopping complex.
4.4857 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 106351960 Long Grove Dr, Mt Pleasant
Saveurs du Monde Cafe
Crêpes, tartines, quiches & elegant French-style pastries offered in a bright, modern space.
4.4814 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 - 4.6 · 250371940 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 - 4.6 · 250381989 Maybank Hwy Unit 101, Charleston
Azul Mexicano James Island
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Maybank Highway serving tacos and margaritas with beer on tap and a strip-mall patio.
4.79k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 131392379 SC-41, Mt Pleasant
Swig & Swine Mount Pleasant
Pit-smoked barbecue joint off SC-41 in Mount Pleasant, with beer, wine, and a loyal following of 873 reviewers.
4.41k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 2740Wando Crossing, Mt Pleasant
MI LINDO OAXACA TAQUERIA
Family-run Oaxacan taqueria in a Mt. Pleasant strip mall, turning out tlayudas and mole alongside standard tacos.
4.5210 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 224417089 Rivers Ave Ste A, North Charleston
Tiki Taco
Tacos, burritos & other Mexican staples offered in an informal venue with bright tropical decor.
4.41.7k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25422 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 · 250431302 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 · 7744616 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 · 17545410 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 · 3746Parking 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 - 4.3 · 140471711 Shoremeade Rd Suite 110, Mt Pleasant
San Miguel Mexican grill & bar
Strip-mall Mexican in Mount Pleasant with margaritas, live music, and a loyal local following on Shoremeade Road.
4.41.1k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 196481131 College Park Rd, Summerville
Tiki Taco
Casual strip-mall taco spot in Summerville slinging Mexican staples with beer and a loyal local following.
4.31.5k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 250491836 Ashley River Rd Ste A, Charleston
Señor Tequila
Low-key Mexican kitchen producing a familiar menu of fajitas, quesadillas, tacos & margaritas.
4.32k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 2750834 Foundation St #101, Charleston
Catrina's Tacos & Tequila
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Foundation Street slinging tacos and an extensive tequila list in a casual, no-fuss setting.
4.4204 ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 5651808 Folly Rd, Charleston
Casa Fiesta
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Folly Road serving margaritas and Tex-Mex standards to James Island regulars.
4.3429 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 12352933 Red Bank Rd, Goose Creek
Lucy's Deliveries y Mas
Goose Creek strip-mall taqueria serving burritos, tacos, and Latin plates with live music on weekends.
4.3945 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 21453159 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 - 4.4 · 9454864 Island Park Dr Suite #105, Charleston
Viva Tacos & Tequila
Casual taco-and-tequila spot on Daniel Island serving Mexican standards with a full bar.
4.2723 ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25055188 E Bay St, Charleston
Poogan's Smokehouse
Industrial-chic hot spot serving locally sourced, traditional Southern BBQ & stylish cocktails.
4.27.1k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 25056538 Folly Rd, Charleston
Melvin's BBQ - James Island
Family-friendly BBQ eatery serving ribs & other Southern dishes in casual, woodsy surrounds.
4.69.9k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 13571000 Tanner Ford Blvd Unit 280, Hanahan
Salud Tacos + Tequila
Strip-mall taco and tequila spot in Hanahan with a loyal local following and a full bar.
4.4100 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 251581990 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville
Swig & Swine
4.53.2k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 250594964 Centre Pointe Dr, North Charleston
Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q
Laid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.
4.24k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25060Patriots Plaza Shopping Center, 925 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Melvin's BBQ - Mt Pleasant
Family-friendly BBQ eatery serving ribs & other Southern dishes in casual, woodsy surrounds.
4.22.7k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 14361885 Island Park Dr, Charleston
Agaves Cantina
Low-key, unfussy Mexican eatery featuring classic standards plus patio seating, margaritas & beers.
4.21.1k ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 250622544 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 - 4.2 · 25063130 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 · 19864439 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 · 286568 Wentworth St, Charleston
Handy and Hot
Quaint, cool restaurant whipping up sweet & savory biscuits & hand pies, plus coffee.
4.2217 ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 79663563 US-17, Mt Pleasant
Home Team BBQ
4.4605 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 3367112 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 - 4.3 · 6684399 McCarthy Street, North Charleston
The Market @ Paradiso
Neighborhood cafe and market on McCarthy Street in North Charleston, pouring coffee and serving sandwiches alongside beer and wine.
4.248 ratingsOpen - 3.9 · 3369320 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 - 4.1 · 6670520 Folly Rd #60, Charleston
Bagel Nation
Casual eatery that offers multiple varieties of bagels to go as well as stacked bagel sandwiches.
4.0507 ratingsOpen - 3.9 · 25071106 E Ashley Ave, Folly Beach
Taco Boy Folly Beach
Tacos with innovative fillings & frozen cocktails in a funky, vibrant setting, plus outdoor seating.
4.13.4k ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 7272700 Governors Dr, Kiawah Island
Cherrywood BBQ & Ale House
Haute hub at Kiawah Island Golf Resort with Southern BBQ meals, local craft beers & outdoor seating.
4.1550 ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 65731660 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 - 3.9 · 250741602 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
