Halls Chophouse
Sizable cuts of beef & seafood served in elegant surrounds, also known for its Sunday gospel brunch.
The places locals actually book — from neighborhood lunch spots to tasting-menu nights.
Sizable cuts of beef & seafood served in elegant surrounds, also known for its Sunday gospel brunch.
Counter-order deli on George Street slinging sandwiches and cold beer steps from the College of Charleston.
Compact King Street bakery turning out pastries and coffee from a small-format shop with outdoor seating.
This bright, casual French bakery carries traditional breads, sandwiches, pastries & salads.
Counter sandwich shop on Folly Road where James Island locals queue for deli-built subs at lunch.
Serves Brazilian-style grilled meats and gourmet salads in a cozy ambience.
Suburban outpost of the Charleston steakhouse institution, serving prime cuts and live music in Summerville's Nexton development.
Refined American & steakhouse fare offered in elegant, contemporary accommodations.
Tucked into a Mount Pleasant strip, this neighborhood café pours espresso drinks alongside pastries, beer, and wine.
Creatively flavored grits accompany the surf 'n' turf at this area-sourced Southern specialist.
Neighborhood coffee shop in a Johns Island strip mall serving bagels, pastries, and beer and wine alongside the usual espresso drinks.
Relaxed, family-friendly Japanese restaurant offering a sushi menu, tempura & teppanyaki meals.
Neighborhood bakery-cafe on Savannah Highway slinging scratch pastries and coffee to the West Ashley morning crowd.
Tranquil eatery featuring sandwiches & charcuterie, classic Italian desserts, wine & cocktails.
Down-home restaurant with porch dining, offering daily specials for lunch & dinner, plus happy hour.
Classic pub fare & a long list of beers on draft at this lively tavern with pool & other games.
New York-style pizza shop on Bees Ferry Road, slinging pies by the slice alongside bagels out of a strip mall.
Local diner chain serving classic American breakfast & lunch fare in a warm atmosphere.
Vegan bakery and coffee cafe on Ashley River Road, built around house-made cookies and plant-based cafe staples.
Local chain serving ice cream & shakes, plus sandwiches & sides, in a low-key, retro space.
Tucked-away sandwich shop on Wentworth Street serving lunch with outdoor seating and coffee.
Bright counter-serve spot offering build-your-own banh mi sandwiches, tacos & salads.
Counter-service spot on President Street built around porchetta sandwiches, with coffee and rotating small plates.
Locally sourced beef & sustainable seafood in an elegantly renovated historic bank building.
Select dishes are prepared tableside at this formal mainstay with robust wine list & tuxedoed staff.
Neapolitan pizza and espresso from a dog-friendly roadside café on SC-162 in Hollywood.
Sprawling setup combining grocery, whiskey bar, coffee, wine & butcher shops, plus dining & games.
High-end steakhouse & sushi lounge in an oceanside setting in the Sanctuary at Kiawah Island resort.
Fine-dining chophouse in the Market Pavilion Hotel featuring handpicked cuts & a big wine list.
West Ashley craft brewery slinging pizza and wings alongside rotating house beers in a casual, family-friendly taproom.
Neighborhood coffee shop and deli on Spring Street, pouring espresso and serving pastries alongside beer and wine.
Crêpes, tartines, quiches & elegant French-style pastries offered in a bright, modern space.
Tucked into a cobblestone alley off John Street, this intimate steakhouse and seafood spot draws regulars with a compact, focused menu.
Casual steakhouse chain known for grilled beef & other American dishes in a ranch-style space.
Counter-service spot on W Montague dishing grits bowls, burgers, and seafood in no-frills North Charleston digs.
Wood-fired Neapolitan pies and Italian wine on Maybank Highway, tucked into a James Island strip mall.
Bright, modern eatery with coffee, bagels & Wi-Fi by day, cocktails & New American fare by night.
Local deli chain doling out made-to-order sandwiches along with salads, baked potatoes & hot dogs.
Dog-friendly coffee stop on Maybank Highway serving Johns Island commuters and farm-road regulars.
Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
French-inflected cafe tucked into the WestEdge development, serving coffee and breakfast with a global pantry.
New York-style bagels and coffee on Ashley River Road, with a loyal West Ashley following.
Gourmet market & cafe offering a range of eats, including sandwiches, salads & pastries.
Casual quick-serve shop serving pizzas, subs & salads near the beach.
Hand-rolled bagels and counter coffee on the Isle of Palms, drawing a steady beach-town breakfast crowd.
New York-style bagels and coffee on Coleman Boulevard, covering breakfast and takeout in Mount Pleasant.
Vintage rowboats adorn the ceiling of this Southern restaurant with a diverse local seafood menu.
Family-run Italian market and deli on Scott Street serving imported goods, sandwiches, and wine in Mount Pleasant.
Neighborhood bagel shop on Magwood Drive serving breakfast sandwiches and coffee to West Ashley regulars.
Quaint, cool restaurant whipping up sweet & savory biscuits & hand pies, plus coffee.
Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.
Easygoing restaurant offering handcut steaks, Southern-style rib platters & other classic dishes.
Neighborhood sports bar off Highway 17 with pizza, sandwiches, and dog-friendly patio in the Belle Hall corridor.
Daytime coffee shop and evening cocktail bar from the Peninsula Grill team, tucked into the Market Street corridor.
Neighborhood cafe and market on McCarthy Street in North Charleston, pouring coffee and serving sandwiches alongside beer and wine.
Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.
Family-friendly Japanese spot featuring sushi, hibachi cooking tables & a lengthy sake selection.
Casual eatery that offers multiple varieties of bagels to go as well as stacked bagel sandwiches.
Landmark no-frills barbecue joint with meat slow-cooked in a wood-fire pit, plus outdoor seating.
Casual beach-strip pizza and sandwich counter on the Isle of Palms, steps from the ocean, with beer and a dog-friendly patio.