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.
Compact King Street Extension sushi counter serving omakase-style dinners with reservations and a short beer list.
Compact, unpretentious locale for sashimi, specialty sushi rolls & Japanese kitchen entrees.
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.
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.
Compact East Bay sushi bar with a focused menu, sake list, and reliable omakase options in a spare, dimly lit room.
Dual-concept West Ashley strip mall spot serving build-your-own poke bowls and Japanese ramen under one roof.
Refined American & steakhouse fare offered in elegant, contemporary accommodations.
Strip-mall Japanese on Savannah Highway serving sushi and cooked dishes, with beer and wine, to a loyal West Ashley crowd.
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.
Neighborhood sushi counter on Folly Road that doubles as a sports bar, drawing James Island regulars for rolls and draft beer.
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.
Japanese-Mexican fusion restaurant on upper King Street, with sushi and tacos sharing a menu alongside cocktails and occasional live music.
New York-style pizza shop on Bees Ferry Road, slinging pies by the slice alongside bagels out of a strip mall.
Vegan bakery and coffee cafe on Ashley River Road, built around house-made cookies and plant-based cafe staples.
Laid-back, late-night hangout offering sushi, cocktails, beer & a roster of live entertainment.
Compact Japanese counter in West Ashley strip mall serving sushi with a tight menu and an unusually high local following.
Neighborhood hibachi grill & sushi specialist serving bento boxes, noodle bowls & wok-fried rice.
Locally sourced beef & sustainable seafood in an elegantly renovated historic bank building.
Hip restaurant serving sushi & Asian-fusion cuisine boasts a large bar with happy hour.
Japanese eatery serving creative rolls, hibachi & bento box entrees in a stylish space with a patio.
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.
Sushi is served alongside familiar Japanese dishes & Chinese specialties at this informal eatery.
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.
Neighborhood coffee shop and deli on Spring Street, pouring espresso and serving pastries alongside beer and wine.
Sprawling neighborhood bar-and-grill on Ashley River Road with wings, live music, and a loyal local crowd.
Happening Japanese eatery & lounge with trendy environs sporting exposed brick & high ceilings.
Crêpes, tartines, quiches & elegant French-style pastries offered in a bright, modern space.
Compact Japanese dining room on upper King serving izakaya-style plates with a focused sake and beer list.
Tucked into a cobblestone alley off John Street, this intimate steakhouse and seafood spot draws regulars with a compact, focused menu.
Grilled hibachi fare, sushi & Pan-Asian plates served in an upscale lounge setting with bar.
Casual steakhouse chain known for grilled beef & other American dishes in a ranch-style space.
Sleek Japanese venue serving creative sushi rolls, hibachi & Thai bites in modern digs with a patio.
Casual eatery offering BBQ beef, pork & veggies cooked on tabletop grills, plus sushi.
Bright, modern eatery with coffee, bagels & Wi-Fi by day, cocktails & New American fare by night.
Neighborhood strip-mall Thai and sushi spot on Coleman Boulevard, steady enough to earn loyal Mt. Pleasant regulars over the years.
Neighborhood sushi spot on Wappoo Road serving rolls, hibachi, and all-you-can-eat buffet with beer on tap.
French-inflected cafe tucked into the WestEdge development, serving coffee and breakfast with a global pantry.
Fast-casual counter on King Street serving sushi burritos and poke bowls where Hawaiian and Japanese overlap.
Neighborhood sushi bar and sports pub on Old Towne Road, serving rolls alongside draft beer and wall-to-wall screens.
Hibachi tables and sushi rolls on Folly Road, serving James Island's suburban strip with teppanyaki theatrics and standard Japanese fare.
Sophisticated eatery with wood grill, sleek bar & extensive wine list serves steak, seafood & sushi.
New York-style bagels and coffee on Ashley River Road, with a loyal West Ashley following.
Calm, cozy eatery featuring creative takes on sushi, plus Japanese & Korean dishes.
Sleek venue featuring signature sushi rolls & hibachi entrees, plus a full bar & daily happy hour.
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.
Chinese & Japanese dishes, plus creative maki, served in a simple dining area with a sushi bar.
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.
Hip choice for contemporary twists on Southeast Asian staples like pho, banh mi & dumplings.
Easygoing restaurant offering handcut steaks, Southern-style rib platters & other classic dishes.
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.
Neighborhood strip-mall Japanese grill in West Ashley serving sushi and cooked plates with free parking and delivery options.
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.
Sushi plus hibachi & tempura entrees served by chefs that combine classic & Western-inspired styles.
Easygoing, modern eatery offering self-serve Japanese staples, such as teppanyaki & sushi rolls.
Local chain serving a menu of sushi & Pan-Asian entrees in a contemporary, stylish space.