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Best Restaurants in Charleston — Ranked by Locals · CharlestonRanked

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Best restaurants in Charleston

The places locals actually book — from neighborhood lunch spots to tasting-menu nights.

Showing 142 of 591 · May 7, 2026

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215 Meeting St, CharlestonTrending
Hyman's Seafood
Vast seafood spot & deli spread over most of a city block in buildings that date back to the 1890s.
4.948k ratings
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Seafood85 Sushi35 Bakery21 Thai8 Vietnamese3 Downtown240 West Ashley70 Mount Pleasant57 Outdoor seating416 Takeout525 Pizza54 Brunch232

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AreaDowntown240 West Ashley70 Mount Pleasant57 North Charleston49 James Island39 Sullivan's Island29 Folly Beach23 Isle of Palms20 Hanahan17 Daniel Island14 Summerville9 Johns Island7 Kiawah Island6 Goose Creek4 Seabrook Island4 Wadmalaw Island2

CuisineItalian45 Sushi35 Mexican39 BBQ25 Seafood85 Steakhouse17 Vietnamese3 Thai8 Pizza54 Sandwich

The Harlow

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.

4.8★·690 ratings

Open

Hank's Seafood Restaurant

10 Hayne St, CharlestonTrending

Hank's Seafood Restaurant

Bustling eatery & bar serving up seafood, including raw-bar items, in a grand, classic setting.

4.8★·25k ratings

167 Raw

193 King St, CharlestonTrending

167 Raw

Tiny East Bay oyster bar. Boston-fresh fish, cash counter, line out the door.

4.8★·5.8k ratings·oysters · seafood · lunch

Sushi-Wa

1503 King St Ext, CharlestonTrending

Sushi-Wa

Compact King Street Extension sushi counter serving omakase-style dinners with reservations and a short beer list.

5.0★·2.6k ratings

Acme Lowcountry Kitchen

31 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.

4.8★·18k ratings

The Royal Tern

3005 Maybank Hwy, Johns IslandTrending

The Royal Tern

Laid-back Johns Island seafood spot on Maybank Highway, serving local fish and cold drinks to island regulars.

4.9★·22k ratings

SHIKI

334 E Bay St Suite E, CharlestonTrending

SHIKI

Compact, unpretentious locale for sashimi, specialty sushi rolls & Japanese kitchen entrees.

4.9★·6.1k ratings

Delaney Oyster House

115 Calhoun St, CharlestonTrending

Delaney Oyster House

Homey locale in a historic house serving seafood specialties & a raw bar, plus wine & cocktails.

4.8★·8.1k ratings

The CODfather, Proper Fish & Chips

4254 Spruill Ave, North CharlestonTrending

The CODfather, Proper Fish & Chips

Huge filets of fish ’n’ chips constitute the entire menu at this unassuming British specialist.

4.7★·4.8k ratings

High Cotton Charleston Restaurant

199 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending

High Cotton Charleston Restaurant

Spacious, refined eatery featuring Lowcountry fare cooked using ingredients from nearby farms.

4.7★·22k ratings

Magnolias

185 E Bay St #200, CharlestonTrending

Magnolias

A refined take on traditional Southern cooking, served in a warm, sophisticated environment.

4.7★·52k ratings

WELTONS TINY BAKESHOP

684 King St, Charleston

WELTONS TINY BAKESHOP

Compact King Street bakery turning out pastries and coffee from a small-format shop with outdoor seating.

4.8★·370 ratings

LoLA

4830 O'Hear Ave, North CharlestonTrending

LoLA

Cajun- & Creole-style seafood doled out in hip digs with garage door windows, a full bar & patio.

4.7★·6.8k ratings

Baguette Magic Folly Rd

778 1/2, 792 Folly Rd Unit A, CharlestonTrending

Baguette Magic Folly Rd

This bright, casual French bakery carries traditional breads, sandwiches, pastries & salads.

4.7★·860 ratings

Chubby Fish

252 Coming St, CharlestonTrending

Chubby Fish

Tiny Cannonborough seafood spot with a daily-changing chalkboard menu. No reservations.

4.7★·1.1k ratings·seafood · walk-in

167 Sushi Bar

289 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending

167 Sushi Bar

Compact East Bay sushi bar with a focused menu, sake list, and reliable omakase options in a spare, dimly lit room.

4.8★·3k ratings

The Ordinary

544 King St, CharlestonTrending

The Ordinary

This 1920s bank now houses an upscale seafood restaurant with high ceilings, large windows & a bar.

4.8★·23k ratings

Poke Burri / Lifting Noodles Ramen

835 Savannah Hwy, Charleston

Poke Burri / Lifting Noodles Ramen

Dual-concept West Ashley strip mall spot serving build-your-own poke bowls and Japanese ramen under one roof.

4.7★·554 ratings

Burwell's Stone Fire Grill - Prime Steak & Fresh Seafood

14 N Market St, CharlestonTrending

Burwell's Stone Fire Grill - Prime Steak & Fresh Seafood

Refined American & steakhouse fare offered in elegant, contemporary accommodations.

4.7★·1.5k ratings

Konnichiwa

975 Savannah Hwy Suite 129, Charleston

Konnichiwa

Strip-mall Japanese on Savannah Highway serving sushi and cooked dishes, with beer and wine, to a loyal West Ashley crowd.

4.7★·472 ratings

Sena Cafe

2170 Snyder Cir #117, Mt Pleasant

Sena Cafe

Tucked into a Mount Pleasant strip, this neighborhood café pours espresso drinks alongside pastries, beer, and wine.

4.7★·520 ratings

Grace & Grit

320 Wingo Way #100, Mt PleasantTrending

Grace & Grit

Creatively flavored grits accompany the surf 'n' turf at this area-sourced Southern specialist.

4.7★·17k ratings

The Establishment

28 Broad St, CharlestonTrending

The Establishment

Stylish seafood restaurant offering classic Southern dishes alongside beer, wine & bourbon drinks.

4.7★·784 ratings

KISS Cafe

1802 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.

4.7★·673 ratings

Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - James Island

798 Folly Rd Unit A, CharlestonTrending

Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - James Island

Neighborhood sushi counter on Folly Road that doubles as a sports bar, drawing James Island regulars for rolls and draft beer.

4.8★·9.1k ratings

Anson Restaurant

12 Anson St, CharlestonTrending

Anson Restaurant

Stylish Southern coastal fixture with a full bar & wine list uses carefully sourced ingredients.

4.7★·1k ratings

Hachiya Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

688 Citadel Haven Dr, CharlestonTrending

Hachiya Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

Relaxed, family-friendly Japanese restaurant offering a sushi menu, tempura & teppanyaki meals.

4.6★·2.5k ratings

WildFlour Pastry

1750 Savannah Hwy, Charleston

WildFlour Pastry

Neighborhood bakery-cafe on Savannah Highway slinging scratch pastries and coffee to the West Ashley morning crowd.

4.7★·536 ratings

Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar

198 E Bay St STE 100, Charleston

Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar

Tranquil eatery featuring sandwiches & charcuterie, classic Italian desserts, wine & cocktails.

4.7★·2.9k ratings

Oscar's of Summerville

207 W 5th N St, SummervilleTrending

Oscar's of Summerville

Down-home restaurant with porch dining, offering daily specials for lunch & dinner, plus happy hour.

4.6★·20k ratings

Rappahannock Oyster Bar

701 E Bay St No. 110, CharlestonTrending

Rappahannock Oyster Bar

Expansive, lively destination for oysters & hearty entrees, with a copper bar for cocktails & wine.

4.7★·4.1k ratings

MESU

570 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.

4.6★·1.4k ratings

Pizza a Modo Mio (New York Pizzeria)

3125 Bees Ferry Rd, Charleston

Pizza a Modo Mio (New York Pizzeria)

New York-style pizza shop on Bees Ferry Road, slinging pies by the slice alongside bagels out of a strip mall.

4.6★·649 ratings

Pearlz Oyster Bar

153 E Bay St, CharlestonTrending

Pearlz Oyster Bar

Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.

4.6★·2.9k ratings

Annie O' Love's Cookie Cafe

1901 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.

4.6★·438 ratings

Pink Bellies

595 King St Ste 1, CharlestonTrending

Pink Bellies

Counter-service Vietnamese on upper King, built around pho, banh mi, and rice bowls with a tight beer list.

4.6★·2.1k ratings

Long Island Cafe

1515 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.

4.6★·1.2k ratings

Coda Del Pesce

1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of PalmsTrending

Coda Del Pesce

Housemade pasta & Italian seafood dishes served in a light-filled eatery with a patio & ocean views.

4.8★·9.6k ratings

King Claw - Juicy Seafood & Bar

1734 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston

King Claw - Juicy Seafood & Bar

Customizable seafood boils & fried baskets in a roomy space with elaborate nautical decor & TVs.

4.6★·4.5k ratings

The Darling Oyster Bar

513 King St, Charleston

The Darling Oyster Bar

Stylish spot with vintage appeal for creative seafood dishes, fry baskets & raw oysters.

4.7★·5.5k ratings

Philosophia

Patriots 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.

4.6★·371 ratings

Low Country Fish Camp

903 Central Ave, Summerville

Low Country Fish Camp

Cozy, rustic bar/eatery with a country vibe & seafood plates, plus happy hours & outdoor seating.

4.6★·8.1k ratings

Fleet Landing Restaurant & Raw Bar

186 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.

4.6★·12k ratings

Ellis Creek Fish Camp

1243 Harbor View Rd, CharlestonTrending

Ellis Creek Fish Camp

Visitors can eat indoors or on the terrace with countryside views at this casual seafood option.

4.6★·6.9k ratings

Thailicious Thai Cuisine and Hotpot

1975 Magwood Dr Unit T, Charleston

Thailicious Thai Cuisine and Hotpot

Thai kitchen and hot pot spot tucked into a Magwood Drive strip center, serving beer alongside build-your-own broth pots and Bangkok staples.

4.6★·712 ratings

Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - Mt Pleasant

1150 Queensborough Blvd Suite B, Mt PleasantTrending

Locals Sushi & Sports Pub - Mt Pleasant

Laid-back, late-night hangout offering sushi, cocktails, beer & a roster of live entertainment.

4.5★·1.4k ratings

LoLo's

2293 Folly Rd, CharlestonTrending

LoLo's

Casual beachside seafood counter on Folly Road serving fried fish and cold beer steps from the shore.

4.5★·1.7k ratings

82 Queen

82 Queen St, CharlestonTrending

82 Queen

A swanky bar and intimate courtyard help make this refined Southern spot a special occasion favorite.

4.6★·39k ratings

Bar167

5 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.

4.7★·5.3k ratings

Bon Banh Mi Southeast Asian Kitchen

162 Spring St, Charleston

Bon Banh Mi Southeast Asian Kitchen

Bright counter-serve spot offering build-your-own banh mi sandwiches, tacos & salads.

4.6★·577 ratings

Thai Elephants Restaurant (James Island)

915 Folly Rd, CharlestonTrending

Thai Elephants Restaurant (James Island)

Casual place with ornate, traditional decor offering classic Thai dishes as well as Japanese sushi.

4.8★·8.9k ratings

Mex 1 Coastal Cantina

2205 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.

4.5★·1.3k ratings

Port of Call - Food & Brew

99 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.

4.6★·782 ratings

Charleston Crab House

41 S Market St, Charleston

Charleston Crab House

Casual eatery with a convivial atmosphere, serving a crab-heavy menu of classic seafood.

4.5★·5.4k ratings

Maguro Sushi Bar

874 Orleans Rd #7, CharlestonTrending

Maguro Sushi Bar

Compact Japanese counter in West Ashley strip mall serving sushi with a tight menu and an unusually high local following.

4.8★·2.9k ratings

Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar

205 E Bay St, Charleston

Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar

Bustling spot for refined seafood dishes, served in clubby, brick-walled environs, with a bar.

4.6★·2.5k ratings

Aji Asian Bistro

1011 Harbor View Rd, Charleston

Aji Asian Bistro

Neighborhood hibachi grill & sushi specialist serving bento boxes, noodle bowls & wok-fried rice.

4.6★·470 ratings

Oyster House Seafood & O-Bar

35 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.

4.6★·5.7k ratings

Pearlz Oyster Bar

9 Magnolia Rd, Charleston

Pearlz Oyster Bar

Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.

4.5★·2.1k ratings

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VibeDate night25 Brunch232 Cheap eats83 Outdoor seating416 Late night8

AmenitiesReservations310 Takeout525 Delivery300