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1015 Harbor View Rd, Charleston
The Harlow
Neighborhood coffee shop and gathering spot on James Island's Harbor View Road, with live music and a dog-friendly patio.
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- 4.8 · 250231 J C Long Blvd, Isle of PalmsTrending
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen
Southern coastal cuisine is prepared at this bustling, no-frills beach grill with a full bar & deck.
4.818k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 2503115 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 · 25044254 Spruill Ave, North CharlestonTrending
The CODfather, Proper Fish & Chips
Huge filets of fish ’n’ chips constitute the entire menu at this unassuming British specialist.
4.74.8k 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 · 25064830 O'Hear Ave, North CharlestonTrending
LoLA
Cajun- & Creole-style seafood doled out in hip digs with garage door windows, a full bar & patio.
4.76.8k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 2507544 King St, CharlestonTrending
The Ordinary
This 1920s bank now houses an upscale seafood restaurant with high ceilings, large windows & a bar.
4.823k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 2508320 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 · 2509207 W 5th N St, SummervilleTrending
Oscar's of Summerville
Down-home restaurant with porch dining, offering daily specials for lunch & dinner, plus happy hour.
4.620k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 25010701 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 · 25011153 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending
Pearlz Oyster Bar
Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.
4.62.9k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 158121515 Palm Blvd suite a, Isle of PalmsTrending
Long Island Cafe
Quaint bistro with full bar has a seafood-centric menu plus beef, chicken & handmade pasta options.
4.61.2k ratingsOpen - 4.8 · 250131130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of PalmsTrending
Coda Del Pesce
Housemade pasta & Italian seafood dishes served in a light-filled eatery with a patio & ocean views.
4.89.6k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 250141734 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 - 4.7 · 4815Patriots 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 - 4.6 · 25016903 Central Ave, Summerville
Low Country Fish Camp
Cozy, rustic bar/eatery with a country vibe & seafood plates, plus happy hours & outdoor seating.
4.68.1k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25017186 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 · 250181243 Harbor View Rd, CharlestonTrending
Ellis Creek Fish Camp
Visitors can eat indoors or on the terrace with countryside views at this casual seafood option.
4.66.9k ratingsOpen - 4.7 · 227192293 Folly Rd, CharlestonTrending
LoLo's
Casual beachside seafood counter on Folly Road serving fried fish and cold beer steps from the shore.
4.51.7k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 2502082 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 · 250215 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 · 175222205 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 - 4.6 · 1022399 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 · 2502441 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 · 25025205 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 · 2502635 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 · 250279 Magnolia Rd, Charleston
Pearlz Oyster Bar
Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.
4.52.1k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 21628201 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
NICO | Oysters + Seafood
Upscale roadside seafood brasserie for oysters, cocktails & market-fresh, imaginative French fare.
4.51.7k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 250292019 Middle St Unit A, Sullivan's IslandTrending
Sullivan's Fish Camp
Quaint eatery where generous portions of seafood & other casual fare come in a bustling setting.
4.66.1k ratingsOpen - 4.6 · 1223032 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 · 10231160 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 - 4.7 · 25032275 Gardners Cir, Johns IslandTrending
Hege's Restaurant
This restaurant presents French cooking without pretension in a homey, curtain-framed dining room.
4.87.3k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 250331870 Bowens Island Rd, CharlestonFeatured
Bowens Island Restaurant
Cinderblock seafood shack on a salt marsh. Cluster oysters, fried fish, beer.
4.43.4k ratingsseafood · sunset · casualOpen - 4.5 · 5834765 Folly Rd, Charleston
CudaCo. Seafood House
Casual seafood and oyster bar on Folly Road, pulling in locals with raw bar staples and cold beer.
4.6444 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 177351130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Lawrence's Seafood Company
Casual seafood counter steps from the Isle of Palms strand, serving fried platters and low country staples with live music on the back deck.
4.51.4k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 24336817 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 - 4.5 · 81372487 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 - 4.5 · 2503841 Center St, Folly Beach
The Washout
Unfussy, wood-lined eatery offering Southern seafood specialties & sides plus beer & wine.
4.42k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 215393438 W Montague Ave, North Charleston
The Grit Counter - North Charleston
Counter-service spot on W Montague dishing grits bowls, burgers, and seafood in no-frills North Charleston digs.
4.51.6k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 1174032 River Landing Dr, Daniel Island
The Kingstide
Waterfront restaurant with terraces offering seafood specialties amid stylish surroundings.
4.4897 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 12341413 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Art's Bar & Grill
Unpretentious Coleman Boulevard neighborhood bar slinging burgers, seafood, and cold beer to Mount Pleasant regulars since the 1970s.
4.4941 ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 130422388 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 - 4.4 · 162431517 Palm Blvd suite a, Isle of Palms
The Refuge
Bright, modern eatery with coffee, bagels & Wi-Fi by day, cocktails & New American fare by night.
4.41.2k ratingsOpen - 4.5 · 25044508 Mill St, Mt Pleasant
Shem Creek Crab House
Southern seafood favorites served in a simple setting, with scenic views, a bar & outdoor seating.
4.418k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 250455041 International Blvd, North Charleston
Bonefish Grill
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
4.44k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 250461120 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Coconut Joe's
Guests look out on the ocean from the deck & rooftop bar, while dining on island-inspired dishes.
4.35.3k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 17947106 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 - 4.3 · 82482213-B Middle St, Sullivan's Island
The Longboard
Casual surf-themed seafood spot on Sullivan's Island serving oysters, brunch, and cold beer steps from the beach.
4.4628 ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25049160 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 - 4.3 · 20750802 Bay St STE C, Beaufort
Saltus River Grill
Sophisticated eatery with wood grill, sleek bar & extensive wine list serves steak, seafood & sushi.
4.31.6k ratingsOpen - 4.4 · 2505139D 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 · 25052145 Wappoo Creek Dr, Charleston
Charleston Crab House
Casual eatery with a convivial atmosphere, serving a crab-heavy menu of classic seafood.
4.35k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 2505380 41st Ave, Isle of Palms
Islander 71 Fish House and Raw Bar
Laid-back waterfront fish house on Isle of Palms serving raw bar staples and fried seafood with cold beer and occasional live music.
4.34.5k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 15454504 Mill St, Mt Pleasant
The Mill Street Tavern
Tavern serving updated American food in a wood dominated interior or on the riverside terrace.
4.21.2k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 24755101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
The Boathouse at Breach Inlet
Vintage rowboats adorn the ceiling of this Southern restaurant with a diverse local seafood menu.
4.21.9k ratingsOpen - 4.1 · 2505626 Center St, Folly Beach
The Crab Shack
Shellfish can be eaten by the bucketful at this relaxed joint serving seafood with a Southern twist.
4.33.5k ratingsOpen - 4.3 · 250571 Ashley Point Dr, Charleston
California Dreaming
Relaxed restaurant & bar chain serving steak & seafood, plus signature nachos, sandwiches & pasta.
4.17.8k ratingsOpen - 4.2 · 25058130 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 · 7659133 Nautical Ln, Mt Pleasant
Wando River Grill
Waterfront bar-and-grill on the Wando River serving fried seafood and cold beer with a dock and occasional live music.
4.2580 ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 243601668 Old Towne Rd, Charleston
TBonz Gill & Grill
Easygoing restaurant offering handcut steaks, Southern-style rib platters & other classic dishes.
4.11.9k ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 250614952 Centre Pointe Dr #112, North Charleston
Sake House Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Restaurant
Family-friendly Japanese spot featuring sushi, hibachi cooking tables & a lengthy sake selection.
4.13.9k ratingsOpen - 4.0 · 250621407 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 - 4.1 · 3163200 Grand Pavilion Blvd, Isle of Palms
Coastal Provisions
Refined eatery at Wild Dunes Resort offering locavore seafood & drinks in a terrace-enhanced space.
4.0240 ratingsOpen - 3.8 · 2506411 Center St, Folly Beach
Coconut Joe's
Beachside bar and grill on Folly serving fried seafood and cold drinks a block from the water.
3.81.9k ratingsOpen - 3.8 · 2506532 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
