Doar Bros.
Snug bar specializing in unique cocktails, wine & beer, plus monthly Italian dinner nights.
The places locals actually book — from neighborhood lunch spots to tasting-menu nights.
Snug bar specializing in unique cocktails, wine & beer, plus monthly Italian dinner nights.
Sizable cuts of beef & seafood served in elegant surrounds, also known for its Sunday gospel brunch.
Neighborhood Italian on Morrison Drive serving wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and housemade pasta in a spare, no-fuss dining room.
Compact coffee and brunch counter inside the Belmond Charleston Place, serving Meeting Street foot traffic with well-regarded breakfast plates.
Counter-order deli on George Street slinging sandwiches and cold beer steps from the College of Charleston.
Greek-Mediterranean brasserie in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, serving Aegean small plates and mezze with beer in a reliably packed dining room.
Texas-style brisket and hot guts in a big open-air pit yard on the upper peninsula.
Neighborhood coffee shop and gathering spot on James Island's Harbor View Road, with live music and a dog-friendly patio.
Brewery + restaurant on Morrison Drive with a 40-tap list and a serious patio.
Global pub grub, housemade sangria & lots of beer offered in a cozy, no-nonsense space with a patio.
Cash-friendly Mt Pleasant pizza spot on Mathis Ferry Road serving New York-style pies with beer and wine.
Southern coastal cuisine is prepared at this bustling, no-frills beach grill with a full bar & deck.
Homey locale in a historic house serving seafood specialties & a raw bar, plus wine & cocktails.
Neighborhood Italian on Yeamans Hall Road in Hanahan, serving wine and beer in a reservable dining room.
Corner market and deli on Folly Beach, stocking groceries, cold beer, and sandwiches a block from the water since 1984.
Wine bar and small plates spot on upper King, pulling double duty as a late-night lounge with live music.
French bistro and cocktail bar on Market Street, with live music and a menu leaning toward classic European technique.
Huge filets of fish ’n’ chips constitute the entire menu at this unassuming British specialist.
Spacious, refined eatery featuring Lowcountry fare cooked using ingredients from nearby farms.
Strip-mall Indian restaurant in Mount Pleasant serving traditional naan and curry to a loyal crowd.
Compact King Street bakery turning out pastries and coffee from a small-format shop with outdoor seating.
Cajun- & Creole-style seafood doled out in hip digs with garage door windows, a full bar & patio.
Cozy cafe serving all-day breakfast & coffee plus sandwiches, salads & wraps has a dog wall of fame.
This bright, casual French bakery carries traditional breads, sandwiches, pastries & salads.
Bustling tavern serving generous portions of smoked meat & Southern sides, plus frequent live music.
Rustic spot serving à la carte & tasting menus of creative American cuisine with local ingredients.
Counter sandwich shop on Folly Road where James Island locals queue for deli-built subs at lunch.
West African-inspired small plates and dinners from a chef-driven atelier tucked into a Line Street studio space.
Avant-garde beers, wood-fired pizzas & high-concept bar eats in a trendy, spacious locale.
House-smoked meats & creative sides served in a funky BBQ spot with outdoor seating, beer & bourbon.
Cool restaurant offering American grub & drinks plus weekend brunch in a comfy setting.
Smash burgers and chicken sandwiches out of a Morrison Drive bar with cold beer and a dog-friendly patio.
Creative fried chicken sandwiches, plus fries, floats & pickles offered in retro counter-serve digs.
Funky outdoor cafe with live music & a festive vibe serving diverse eats, from tacos to sandwiches.
Suburban outpost of the Charleston steakhouse institution, serving prime cuts and live music in Summerville's Nexton development.
French-trained chef Nico Romo's Spring Street bistro blending classical technique with local Lowcountry produce.
Generous portions of casual Southern-focused home cooking are served all day at this lively eatery.
Cozy suburban bistro for creative sandwiches, local beers & eclectic international entrees.
This 1920s bank now houses an upscale seafood restaurant with high ceilings, large windows & a bar.
Taco and beer spot on Reynolds Ave in North Charleston with live music nights and a loyal neighborhood following.
Wine bar and casual American kitchen on South Market Street, with live music and a name locals never tire of mentioning.
Modern Southern & Lowcountry cuisine served in an airy, 18th-century warehouse.
No-frills hot spot for watching sports, playing pool & drinking beer also offers American chow.
Classic pizza, subs & salads get a modern twist at this simple spot focused on takeout & delivery.
Low-key spot offering global wines from self-service dispensers, plus gourmet cheeses & meats.
No-frills North Charleston pizza counter on Dorchester Road, drawing steady locals since the neighborhood long predates the city's restaurant boom.
Cozy wine bar with a raw bar & daily changing menu of salads, cheeses, sandwiches & small plates.
Neighborhood pizza and beer spot on Windermere Boulevard with live music and a loyal West Ashley following.
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 and market in Park Circle serving beer and wine alongside espresso drinks and breakfast.
Trendy spot with brunch doling out Mexican standards, plus desserts & cocktails.
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.
Folly Road counter-service spot serving rotisserie chicken and Latin sides to beach-bound locals and James Island regulars.
Roadside Johns Island bar and kitchen on Maybank Highway, drawing locals with cold beer and straightforward food.
Comfy spot for creative breakfast & lunch comfort foods with biscuits as the base & craft cocktails.
Sprawling craft beer hall on Morrison Drive with an extensive rotating tap list and a kitchen to match.
Inventive New American fare, plus local craft beers & brunch, in an elegant, country-chic space.
Upbeat spot serving refined, locally sourced soul-food favorites in charming environs.
Neighborhood bar and kitchen on Rutledge Ave, serving straightforward food with a dog-friendly patio and cold beer.
Brick-oven pizzas & other Italian comfort fare from a cozy, low-key family-run Italian spot.
All-day breakfast & American diner classics served in a funky, art-filled setting.
Low-key, dinerlike option serving sandwiches, salads & soups plus breakfast items all day.
Breezy, rustic locale offering global dishes like jerk chicken & tuna poke, plus cocktails.
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.
Elevated Lowcountry cuisine in a stately, oceanview dining room at Kiawah Island's Sanctuary Hotel.
Pint-sized neighborhood spot with elevated food & wine from France & around Europe in a cozy space.
Whiskey-forward bar on East Bay with a deep bourbon list, pub bites, and live music most nights.
Neighborhood Italian spot on Chuck Dawley serving pasta and wine in a relaxed Mt. Pleasant dining room.
Counter-service Mexican on Ashley Phosphate, built on a loyal North Charleston following and straightforward tacos that don't need explaining.
Down-home restaurant with porch dining, offering daily specials for lunch & dinner, plus happy hour.
Straightforward neighborhood brewery featuring tours plus samples of its craft beers.
Neighborhood pizzeria offering lots of sauce & topping options, plus happy hour & lunch specials.
Expansive, lively destination for oysters & hearty entrees, with a copper bar for cocktails & wine.
Thomas McDonald's coastal Southern restaurant on George Street, pulling from Lowcountry and Gulf traditions with a focused, produce-forward menu.
Plantation-site dining room on the Ashley River serving lowcountry staples steps from America's oldest landscaped gardens.
Beachside counter on Folly's pier strip serving lunch with open-air seating and a view of the Atlantic.
Classic pub fare & a long list of beers on draft at this lively tavern with pool & other games.
Repurposed shipping containers turned walk-up bar on Mt. Pleasant Street, with outdoor seating and dogs welcome.
Tennessee whole-hog pit barbecue outfit on Highland Ave, with live music and cold beer to back it up.
Intimate counter-service spot on St. Philip Street turning out focused, rotating plates with a short, deliberate wine list.
Japanese-Mexican fusion restaurant on upper King Street, with sushi and tacos sharing a menu alongside cocktails and occasional live music.
Bright, airy cafe serving American fare with global influences & an emphasis on local ingredients.
A mini-chain with soup, salad, sandwiches & entrees from as many housemade ingredients as possible.
Local diner chain serving classic American breakfast & lunch fare in a warm atmosphere.
Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.
Quaint bistro with full bar has a seafood-centric menu plus beef, chicken & handmade pasta options.
Israeli-Mediterranean spot on Ashley River Road serving shawarma, falafel, and tel Aviv-style plates in a casual strip-mall setting.
Serene, light-filled space for dishes featuring local produce and whole grains, plus Sunday brunch.
Classy throwback diner for Greek dishes & meze to share, plus Mediterranean Sunday brunch.
Upscale tavern and bottle shop on Johnnie Dodds where craft cocktails and a curated market share the same Mt. Pleasant strip-mall address.
Family-run Cuban-Mexican kitchen on Chuck Dawley, known for made-from-scratch plates and a loyal Mount Pleasant following.
Housemade pasta & Italian seafood dishes served in a light-filled eatery with a patio & ocean views.
Acai and smoothie bowl chain outpost in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, handling the post-beach crowd on Shelmore.
Customizable seafood boils & fried baskets in a roomy space with elaborate nautical decor & TVs.
Airy, modern pizzeria with counter seating serving brick-oven pies with classic salads & draft beer.
This no-frills counter-serve restaurant is popular for unpretentious, homestyle Southern soul food.
Rooftop cocktail bar on the eighth floor of 334 Meeting, with skyline views, live music, and valet.
Tasting-menu only. Quiet room, intentional pacing, locally sourced everything.
Compact hideaway with creative burgers, craft drafts, classic cocktails & Southern small plates.
Greek-owned coffee shop and café in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, pulling espresso alongside Mediterranean plates.
Trattoria offering traditional Italian dishes & a wine list in an intimate atmosphere.
Local chain serving ice cream & shakes, plus sandwiches & sides, in a low-key, retro space.
Counter-order pizza and wings spot on upper King, where craft pies and cold beer keep a loyal neighborhood crowd coming back.
Whole-hog pitmaster Rodney Scott's flagship. Wood-burned pork, white bread, hot sauce.
Cozy, rustic bar/eatery with a country vibe & seafood plates, plus happy hours & outdoor seating.
Neighborhood wine & cocktail bar with Mediterranean small plates served in a chic, upscale space.
Colombian-inflected barbecue from pitmaster Hector Gaitan on Ashley River Road, where smoked meats meet South American spice.
Southern seafood staples like crab soup, oysters, and more served in a sleek spot, with a waterfront patio.
Dog-friendly brewery and taproom off O'Hear Avenue in North Charleston, pouring house beers in an industrial space.
Wine bar & retailer offering charcuterie, craft beer & desserts, plus sidewalk seating.
Tucked-away sandwich shop on Wentworth Street serving lunch with outdoor seating and coffee.
Family-run Italian on North Main in Summerville, with a long-standing local following and a straightforward red-sauce menu.
Visitors can eat indoors or on the terrace with countryside views at this casual seafood option.
Easygoing hangout with an outdoor pool & a stylish ambiance offering light bites & a cocktail menu.
Caribbean kitchen on Skylark Drive serving jerk, curry, and island staples with occasional live music in a strip-mall setting.
Bustling tavern serving generous portions of smoked meat & Southern sides, plus frequent live music.
All-day neighborhood cafe on Maybank Highway serving breakfast, lunch, beer, and wine in a strip mall off James Island.
Bustling, casual outfit serving wood-fired pizza made using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
Neighborhood breakfast and lunch counter on Line Street with a vegetarian-leaning menu, cold beer, and a dog-friendly patio.
Southern-inspired outfit serving scratch-made American fare, wine & beer in a cozy, rustic setting.
Laid-back, late-night hangout offering sushi, cocktails, beer & a roster of live entertainment.
Neighborhood bistro on Maybank Highway serving James Island with a focused menu, local wine list, and room to linger.
Laid-back outpost with ample outdoor seating, serving seasonal tacos, sandwiches, salads & seafood.
Franchise breakfast-and-coffee cafe off Highway 17 in Mount Pleasant, serving espresso drinks and all-day breakfast in a family-friendly strip mall setting.
Upscale bar & grill chain featuring an extensive menu of American fare in a stylish dining room.
Casual beachside seafood counter on Folly Road serving fried fish and cold beer steps from the shore.
Neighborhood Italian on upper King, built around handmade pasta and a concise wine list.
A swanky bar and intimate courtyard help make this refined Southern spot a special occasion favorite.
Compact Mediterranean seafood spot tucked on Fulton Street, drawing steady locals with a focused menu and a well-curated wine list.
Bright counter-serve spot offering build-your-own banh mi sandwiches, tacos & salads.
Polished, historic inn offering old-world rooms and posh dining, plus free Wi-Fi & breakfast.
Intimate Italian spot on Spring Street, built around handmade pasta and a short, rotating menu in a snug dining room.
Counter-service outfit for pick-your-filling pitas, bowls & salads, including falafel & lamb.
Neighborhood pizza counter on Johnnie Dodds serving pies with beer and wine in a strip mall off the Mount Pleasant corridor.
Rustic eatery starring Italian fare & wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pasta, cured sausages & wines.
Breezy Sullivan's Island cantina serving tacos, coastal seafood, and margaritas a block from the beach.
Italian fine dining from the Indaco team, tucked into a historic Broad Street building with handmade pasta and an Italian wine list.
Mediterranean coastal kitchen on Broad Street, leaning into seafood and wood-fired cooking with a wine list that earns its space.
Nautical-themed Market Street spot serving seafood, brunch, and craft beer with live music in the heart of the tourist corridor.
Casual eatery with a convivial atmosphere, serving a crab-heavy menu of classic seafood.
Traditional Italian fare in a casual atmosphere with outdoor patio, daily specials & a full bar.
Local, organic New American fare is the draw at this elegant restaurant with water views & a patio.
Bustling spot for refined seafood dishes, served in clubby, brick-walled environs, with a bar.
Counter-service burger spot in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, known for smash patties and house-made sauces.
Renowned hotel eatery serving elevated Southern fare in a roomy, posh space.
Bustling sports tavern & American grill with an upbeat atmosphere, plus karaoke & comedy nights.
Neighborhood coffee shop and bar on Meeting St, pouring drinks and letting dogs in since before it was fashionable.
Folly Road barbecue joint with live music, cold beer, and a loyal local following built on slow-smoked meat.
Neighborhood Italian on upper King serving red-sauce classics and hand-rolled pasta in a warm, low-lit room.
Hash browns, pancakes & egg sandwiches accompany java & cocktails at this hip bar/coffeeshop.
Lowcountry fare served in a lush windowed garden cafe & courtyard at the Charleston Place Hotel.
Counter-service burger and BBQ joint on St. Andrews Blvd, slinging smash burgers and smoked meats to West Ashley regulars.
Casual local chain restaurant serving Southern breakfast, lunch & dinner with live entertainment.
Industrial seafood fixture in a former warehouse with a raw bar, craft cocktails & an outdoor patio.
Relaxed, light-filled eatery with outdoor seating serving classic seafood, raw bites & burgers.
No-frills soul food counter on Grimball Road, drawing steady locals with plate lunches and Southern staples.
Many wines by the glass, plus cheese & charcuterie, in an art-adorned, rustic-cool space.
Refined Southwestern food served in bustling cozy environs with an upbeat bar.
A bright, cozy cafe with nautical touches serving a simple menu of homestyle breakfast & lunch.
Waterfront bar and ship store on the Charleston peninsula serving cold drinks and casual bites near the maritime district.
Relaxed joint serving oysters, Southern-style seafood & fried chicken in a cool space with a patio.
Intimate English pub for fish 'n' chips, burgers & craft beer, with walls covered in signed dollars.
Upscale roadside seafood brasserie for oysters, cocktails & market-fresh, imaginative French fare.
Quaint eatery where generous portions of seafood & other casual fare come in a bustling setting.
Japanese eatery serving creative rolls, hibachi & bento box entrees in a stylish space with a patio.
Elegant destination offering seasonal, locally sourced seafood delicacies & a robust wine list.
Southern comfort food spot on Cannon Street, built around wood-fired cooking and local produce.
Petite stop with a hopping Sunday brunch serving all-day breakfast plus lunch items.
Rustic-chic gastropub serving lunch, dinner & brunch with tap beers amid reclaimed wood & art.
Parisian-inspired cafe serving coffee during the day, with wine, tapas, poetry & music at night.
Neighborhood Italian spot in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, serving pasta and cocktails with a loyal local following.
Wood-fired Neopolitan pizza, pasta & an extensive wine list in an upscale neighborhood trattoria.
This restaurant presents French cooking without pretension in a homey, curtain-framed dining room.
Family-run Mexican spot on East Montague serving straightforward plates, cold beer, and wine to a loyal North Charleston crowd.
Chill haunt featuring rotating craft brews on tap, plus burgers & inventive pub fare.
Cinderblock seafood shack on a salt marsh. Cluster oysters, fried fish, beer.
Neapolitan pizza and espresso from a dog-friendly roadside café on SC-162 in Hollywood.
Family-run brewery and pizzeria on Folly Road pairing wood-fired pies with house-brewed beers in a laid-back, sports-bar setting.
Casual seafood and oyster bar on Folly Road, pulling in locals with raw bar staples and cold beer.
Fast-casual Greek chain outpost on Folly Road serving gyros, bowls, and baklava in a strip mall off James Island.
Chinese-run barbecue spot on Carver Avenue in North Charleston, pulling steady locals with smoked meat and a full bar.
Sprawling setup combining grocery, whiskey bar, coffee, wine & butcher shops, plus dining & games.
Upscale hotel eatery creating seasonal New American cuisine & craft cocktails.
All-day cafe and bar on East Bay that shifts from morning coffee to cocktails and live music after dark.
Dimly lit King Street cocktail bar. Old movies on the back wall, classic drinks executed right.
Waterfront American spot on the Cooper River in North Charleston, with dog-friendly outdoor seating and cold beer.
Seafood & steak sharing plates inspired by Paris, plus versatile cocktails & wines by the glass.
Casual seafood counter steps from the Isle of Palms strand, serving fried platters and low country staples with live music on the back deck.
Understated pizzeria with basic decor turning out New York–style pies & familiar Italian classics.
An extensive number of wines are available to pair with Mediterranean dishes such as homemade pasta.
Neighborhood soul food counter on America Street, serving lunch plates of fried chicken, collards, and cornbread to the East Side.
Compact King Street cafe slinging coffee, brunch, and house-made ice cream in a dog-friendly spot above street level.
Strip-mall breakfast and coffee spot on Johnnie Dodds, pulling consistent Mount Pleasant crowds for morning plates and lunch.
Upbeat watering hole serving elevated bar food & craft beer in unfussy digs late-night.
Traditional Mexican dishes offered in a casual space with a bar mixing margaritas.
Neighborhood bar and market on Jackson Street with live music, a dog-friendly beer garden, and bottles to drink there or take home.
Bright & airy neighborhood osteria for thoughtfully sourced, reimagined Italian cuisine & cocktails.
Counter-service taqueria on Rivers Avenue serving North Charleston's working lunch crowd with straightforward Mexican plates.
Cavernous craft beer bar on upper Meeting Street with rotating taps, live music, and a parking lot.
Cash-only taqueria on Clements Ferry serving straightforward Mexican street food to the construction and warehouse crowd on the north peninsula.
Mexican fare & seafood plus weekend brunch at a casual local hangout with ample TVs & a patio.
Casual Coleman Boulevard counter serving coastal plates and coffee with beer on tap for the Mount Pleasant lunch crowd.
No-frills bar offering pinball, darts, pool & bocce, along with wings, sandwiches & beer.
Casual restaurant dishing up Southern barbecue classics at a buffet or via a drive-thru.
Relaxed Italian restaurant offering wood-fired pizzas & happy hours, plus homey decor & a courtyard.
Relaxed watering hole with a menu of American grub & decor devoted to author Edgar Allan Poe.
Festive hangout doling out drinks & American chow with a deck providing ocean views & live music.
Lively eatery dishing out Mexican favorites, including tacos and tortas, in hip, casual environs.
Roadside SC-162 pit stop in Hollywood slinging barbecue with beer and wine on the side.
Neighborhood pub on Long Point Road with live music, dog-friendly patio, and straightforward American bar food.
A mix of Southern specialties & comfort food in modern, kitschy surrounds.
Unpretentious eatery serving up familiar Southern fare such as fried chicken, seafood & BBQ.
Neighborhood coffee shop and deli on Spring Street, pouring espresso and serving pastries alongside beer and wine.
Compact neighborhood market and eatery on Congress Street serving food and drinks with wine and beer in a sit-down setting.
Local chain serving cocktails, locally sourced burgers, tacos & more in a vibrant setting.
Traditional Mexican dishes offered in a casual space with a bar mixing margaritas.
Fashionable haunt highlighting elevated sharing plates, champagne & handcrafted cocktails.
Ford Fry's Tex-Mex outpost on upper King, slinging smoked meats, flour tortillas, and margaritas in a lively, wood-paneled room.
Casual all-day breakfast and brunch spot on lower King Street, pouring beer and occasionally hosting live music.
Hip American restaurant offering contemporary dishes & cocktails, plus a leafy patio with seating.
American fare, from burgers to seafood, served with drinks in a casual setting featuring live music.
Folly Beach Italian spot dishing pasta and pies a block off the strip, with beer, wine, and free parking.
Neighborhood Italian spot in Mount Pleasant with a wine bar focus, live music, and a menu built around pasta and wood-fired dishes.
Classic pastas & other homestyle Italian dishes served in a comfortable setting with a full bar.
Casual beachside bar and grill on Folly's main strip, serving burgers and cold beer steps from the Atlantic.
Ohio-based taco chain with build-your-own options and a full bar, planted in the Towne Centre shopping complex.
Sprawling neighborhood bar-and-grill on Ashley River Road with wings, live music, and a loyal local crowd.
Hand-tossed pies, sandwiches & salads served with beer & wine in a casual modern spot with a patio.
John Currence's Oxford-born breakfast chain serving scratch biscuits, big plates, and cold beer on Meeting Street.
Eclectic deli & pub featuring classic & specialty sandwiches, plus local craft beer on tap.
Crêpes, tartines, quiches & elegant French-style pastries offered in a bright, modern space.
Tacos with innovative fillings & frozen cocktails in a funky, vibrant setting, plus outdoor seating.
Stylish bistro with outdoor seating serving gourmet mains & sharing plates, plus cocktails & wine.
Industrial-style counter-serve pizzeria dishing out ample slices & pies in a quick fashion.
Compact Japanese dining room on upper King serving izakaya-style plates with a focused sake and beer list.
Pour-your-own rooftop taproom with soaring views & 70 craft beers, plus sandwiches & nachos.
Neighborhood Mexican cantina on Sam Rittenberg with margaritas, live music, and a reliable Cal-Mex menu.
Laid-back hangout known for choice margaritas & upmarket, contemporary tacos & Mexican entrees.
Wood-fired pizza spot on Meeting Street, hauling its DC roots into the NoMo corridor.
Laid-back West Ashley sports bar with cold beer, pub grub, and occasional live music in a strip mall off Savannah Highway.
Upscale bar food in an alehouse dating back to 1803, featuring a charming, brick-walled courtyard.
Unfussy, wood-lined eatery offering Southern seafood specialties & sides plus beer & wine.
Casual counter-serve pit stop from a Bronx native selling thin-crust pies & slices, subs & starters.
Neighborhood Italian on North Magnolia serving wood-fired pies and pasta in a casual, well-worn room outside Charleston proper.
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Maybank Highway serving tacos and margaritas with beer on tap and a strip-mall patio.
Humble family-owned joint known for crab rice, shark steak & other Southern seafood specialties.
Counter-service spot on W Montague dishing grits bowls, burgers, and seafood in no-frills North Charleston digs.
French wine bar and cocktail lounge tucked below street level at the corner of Broad, pulling double duty as a late-night café.
Sleek Japanese venue serving creative sushi rolls, hibachi & Thai bites in modern digs with a patio.
Upscale bar food, including brisket burgers, join craft beer & bourbon in a funky, plank-walled pub.
Posh New American dining destination and cocktail bar in a former church with dramatic decor.
Waterfront restaurant with terraces offering seafood specialties amid stylish surroundings.
Gourmet burgers with a long list of available toppings plus gluten-free, vegetarian & vegan options.
Unpretentious Coleman Boulevard neighborhood bar slinging burgers, seafood, and cold beer to Mount Pleasant regulars since the 1970s.
Pit-smoked barbecue joint off SC-41 in Mount Pleasant, with beer, wine, and a loyal following of 873 reviewers.
Neighborhood bar and grill on Ashley River Road with live music, cold beer, and no pretense.
Casual eatery offering BBQ beef, pork & veggies cooked on tabletop grills, plus sushi.
Asian-soul corner spot in a converted gas station on Spring Street. Famous for the okonomiyaki.
Family-run Oaxacan taqueria in a Mt. Pleasant strip mall, turning out tlayudas and mole alongside standard tacos.
Wood-fired Neapolitan pies and Italian wine on Maybank Highway, tucked into a James Island strip mall.
Laid-back, family-run joint offering Southern & American classics, such as burgers, BBQ & seafood.
Bustling bistro offering all-day eats, coffee, beer & French wines, plus sidewalk seating.
Tex-Mex counter on Meeting Street slinging tacos, margaritas, and queso to a steady downtown lunch crowd.
Inventive interpretations of American comfort food, served in artful, upscale environs, with a bar.
Traditional & contemporary Thai dishes like curries in a stylish small-chain outpost.
Marble-and-leather hotel lobby bar at The Dewberry serving coffee, cocktails, and brunch off Meeting Street.
Neighborhood cafe and bottle shop on Johns Island serving coffee, beer, and wine from a strip mall storefront.
Neighborhood Irish pub in I'On Village with wings, drafts, and enough TVs to catch whatever game you need.
Sean Brock's Southern restaurant in a restored Queen Anne. Menu changes with what arrived that morning.
Tacos, burritos & other Mexican staples offered in an informal venue with bright tropical decor.
Tiki-adjacent rum bar and grill on Ocean Boulevard serving beach crowds with cold drinks and live music steps from the Isle of Palms shore.
Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.
Italian-leaning café and market on Broad Street serving espresso, wine, and provisions in a compact, dog-friendly space.
Relaxed, modern setting for locally sourced seafood & creative pizzas prepared in a wood-fired oven.
Bright, modern eatery with coffee, bagels & Wi-Fi by day, cocktails & New American fare by night.
Cuban-Mexican kitchen on Market Street serving ropa vieja and tacos in a compact, dog-friendly dining room.
Southern seafood favorites served in a simple setting, with scenic views, a bar & outdoor seating.
Down-to-earth pizzeria with a neighborhood vibe also offering sandwiches, wings & salads.
Mexican plates with Southwest flair & margaritas are the draw at this stylish outpost with a patio.
Neighborhood Mediterranean spot in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, doing shareable plates with wine and beer on Park Ave Boulevard.
Neighborhood bistro on Civitas Street serving straightforward American fare with occasional live music in a casual Mount Pleasant dining room.
Neighborhood Italian-pizza standby on Savannah Highway, doing dine-in, delivery, and gyros out of a strip mall since the West Ashley crowd figured it out.
American eatery with a seasonal menu & mid-1930s vibe boasts a rooftop bar & wood-fired oven.
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
A collection of eclectic chandeliers light up the Mexican & Southwest food & frozen drinks.
Rustic-chic kitchen offering creative comfort fare, including tacos, sandwiches & all-day breakfast.
Drive-thru coffee and acai spot on Folly Road, with dog-friendly seating and occasional live music.
Dog-friendly coffee stop on Maybank Highway serving Johns Island commuters and farm-road regulars.
Traditional Southern cooking served in a Victorian townhouse with porches and a massive wine cellar.
Counter-service taco spot on upper Meeting Street pouring beer and wine alongside straightforward Mexican street food.
Neighborhood strip-mall pizza joint in Mount Pleasant slinging pies and beer to a loyal local crowd since the '90s.
Casual seafood spot steps from the Folly Beach pier, with live music and a straightforward menu built for post-surf crowds.
Rustic-chic Modern American restaurant with creative cocktails & a Jazz Age theme.
Roomy sports pub with English grub & global beers, plus weekend brunch & a game room with billiards.
Outdoor coffee and beer garden on Ashley River Road, with live music and dogs welcome on the grounds.
Guests look out on the ocean from the deck & rooftop bar, while dining on island-inspired dishes.
Counter-service Tex-Mex spot on Coleman Boulevard slinging loaded nachos and cheap beer since the '90s.
Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
Easygoing eatery offering hearty pub grub classics alongside drinks, billiards & sports on TV.
Counter-service sandwich shop on Coming Street, pressing local ingredients between housemade bread for lunch and dinner crowds.
French-inflected cafe tucked into the WestEdge development, serving coffee and breakfast with a global pantry.
Neighborhood pizza and Italian spot on James Island's Harbor View Road, pouring beer and wine alongside wood-fired pies.
Neighborhood bottle shop and bar on Harbor View Road pouring local drafts and curated wine alongside retail shelves.
Festive tavern for craft taps & comfort chow in nautical-themed digs offering regular live music.
Neighborhood sushi bar and sports pub on Old Towne Road, serving rolls alongside draft beer and wall-to-wall screens.
Bare-bones outfit with creek views draws locals with Lowcountry-style fried seafood; dinner only.
Informal bar & restaurant serving Southern fare, with live bluegrass, country & jazz music.
Down-to-earth pizzeria with a neighborhood vibe also offering sandwiches, wings & salads.
Neighborhood Italian spot in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, slinging pizza and pasta for dine-in or delivery.
Upscale bar food in an alehouse dating back to 1803, featuring a charming, brick-walled courtyard.
Casual, rustic-chic restaurant with a waterfront deck offering a locally sourced New American menu.
Casual surf-themed seafood spot on Sullivan's Island serving oysters, brunch, and cold beer steps from the beach.
Strip-mall Mexican in Mount Pleasant with margaritas, live music, and a loyal local following on Shoremeade Road.
High-end bar/eatery with artful decor & locally sourced Southern fare for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Casual strip-mall taco spot in Summerville slinging Mexican staples with beer and a loyal local following.
Nothing-fancy, family-friendly spot combining Irish pub with Lowcountry seafood & live music.
Low-key Mexican kitchen producing a familiar menu of fajitas, quesadillas, tacos & margaritas.
Neighborhood coffee shop on Coleman Boulevard pulling espresso drinks alongside beer and a tight food menu.
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Foundation Street slinging tacos and an extensive tequila list in a casual, no-fuss setting.
Rustic-chic spot for Southern pub grub with Bavarian flair, plus craft beer with pour-your-own taps.
Sophisticated eatery with wood grill, sleek bar & extensive wine list serves steak, seafood & sushi.
Fashionable haunt highlighting elevated sharing plates, champagne & handcrafted cocktails.
Fast-casual Mediterranean chain outpost in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, serving gyros, salads, and hummus at lunch.
Busy, brick-walled bistro serving French classics, plus a lively bar.
New York-style bagels and coffee on Ashley River Road, with a loyal West Ashley following.
Japanese katsu specialist tucked into a North Charleston strip mall on Spruill Avenue, serving panko-breaded cutlets with housemade sauces.
All-day brunch spot on Savannah Hwy slinging boozy bloody marys, eggs benedict, and mimosas to West Ashley weekenders.
Relaxed eatery tucked in a former warehouse, with outdoor seating & a menu of locally sourced fish.
Laid-back joint for elevated burgers, hot dogs & bar food, with sidewalk tables & big-screen TVs.
Casual eatery with a convivial atmosphere, serving a crab-heavy menu of classic seafood.
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Folly Road serving margaritas and Tex-Mex standards to James Island regulars.
Calm, cozy eatery featuring creative takes on sushi, plus Japanese & Korean dishes.
Casual local chain serving chicken sandwiches, wings, tenders & wraps, plus burgers & fries.
Neighborhood pizza and coffee spot on Simmons Street in Mount Pleasant, slinging pies and espresso with beer on tap.
Goose Creek strip-mall taqueria serving burritos, tacos, and Latin plates with live music on weekends.
Locally sourced menu in a dog & family-friendly hangout with an outdoor deck, live music & sports.
Casual Mexican spot on East Bay slinging tacos and tequila to the downtown lunch and late-night crowd.
Unfussy tavern with bar eats & maritime decor, plus sports on TV & live music on the patio.
Laid-back waterfront fish house on Isle of Palms serving raw bar staples and fried seafood with cold beer and occasional live music.
Burgers & updated pub fare served in an upscale bohemian brick tavern with live jazz & a roof deck.
Neighborhood bar and grill on Spruill Avenue in North Charleston serving American comfort food with cold beer on tap.
Gourmet market & cafe offering a range of eats, including sandwiches, salads & pastries.
Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.
Casual taco-and-tequila spot on Daniel Island serving Mexican standards with a full bar.
Specialty coffee shop in the Shelmore Village retail strip, serving Mount Pleasant's I'On-adjacent crowd with precision-brewed drinks.
Industrial-chic hot spot serving locally sourced, traditional Southern BBQ & stylish cocktails.
Family-friendly BBQ eatery serving ribs & other Southern dishes in casual, woodsy surrounds.
Casual slice & pie shop with rustic interiors, high-top seating & colorful wall murals.
New Orleans-style brunch spot on East Bay serving beignets, boozy cocktails, and egg dishes through the afternoon.
Strip-mall taco and tequila spot in Hanahan with a loyal local following and a full bar.
Counter-order pizza spot on East Montague serving New York-style pies with beer and wine in a North Charleston strip mall.
Wood-fired pizzas made with local produce are served in a room decked out with recycled Vespa tires.
Rustic-chic spot for Southern pub grub with Bavarian flair, plus craft beer with pour-your-own taps.
Classic tavern with wood floors & checkerboard tablecloths for comfort food, cocktails & burgers.
Tavern serving updated American food in a wood dominated interior or on the riverside terrace.
Sleek venue featuring signature sushi rolls & hibachi entrees, plus a full bar & daily happy hour.
Sophisticated sports bar serving innovative pub fare & a wide selection of local beers & liquors.
Frozen daiquiri counter on upper King, pouring strong, simple drinks with a no-fuss New Orleans-style carry-out culture.
Casual quick-serve shop serving pizzas, subs & salads near the beach.
Sports bar offering a big menu of pub-grub favorites, plus plenty of games on multiple screens.
Neighborhood pizza spot in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, slinging pies with beer on tap and a dog-friendly patio.
Neighborhood Mexican cantina on East Montague serving tacos, cold beer, and reliable Tex-Mex to North Charleston regulars.
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.
Pizza shop serving New York-style pies, catering to a late-night crowd till 3 AM Fridays/Saturdays.
Laid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.
Shellfish can be eaten by the bucketful at this relaxed joint serving seafood with a Southern twist.
A casual wing-focused menu is served in this upbeat bar with a heated deck, karaoke & TV sports.
Relaxed restaurant & bar chain serving steak & seafood, plus signature nachos, sandwiches & pasta.
Neighborhood pizza joint off Clements Ferry, slinging pies with beer and wine for the Cainhoy corridor.
Family-friendly BBQ eatery serving ribs & other Southern dishes in casual, woodsy surrounds.
Narrow King Street bar with live music and cocktails, drawing a loyal local crowd most nights.
Low-key, unfussy Mexican eatery featuring classic standards plus patio seating, margaritas & beers.
Low-key outlet for smoked meats & classic sides served in a rustic BBQ spot with beers & cocktails.
Burgers & updated pub fare served in an upscale bohemian brick tavern with live jazz & a roof deck.
Smoked meats, local seafood & a robust drink menu in a sprawling locale directly on Shem Creek.
Beer & pub grub served in a sports bar setting with plenty of TVs & an expansive outdoor patio.
Waterfront bar on Shem Creek serving cold beer and live music with marsh views from a worn-in deck.
Neighborhood bagel shop on Magwood Drive serving breakfast sandwiches and coffee to West Ashley regulars.
Waterfront bar-and-grill on the Wando River serving fried seafood and cold beer with a dock and occasional live music.
Charming cafe with espresso, breakfast & gourmet sandwiches, plus wood-fired pizza & a playground.
Airy, contemporary pub featuring 30+ flatscreen TVs for sports & classic American comfort food.
Colorful eatery & sports bar for Mexican-inspired bites & drinks, plus live music & patio seating.
Offbeat neighborhood bar/eatery offering burgers & other American classics, plus live entertainment.
Quaint, cool restaurant whipping up sweet & savory biscuits & hand pies, plus coffee.
Large windows look over the city from this smart hotel restaurant serving classic cuisine.
Large windows look over the city from this smart hotel restaurant serving classic cuisine.
Brisket, burgers & veggie-driven seasonal fare in a lively, expansive brewery & live music venue.
Casual local chain serving chicken sandwiches, wings, tenders & wraps, plus burgers & fries.
Hip choice for contemporary twists on Southeast Asian staples like pho, banh mi & dumplings.
Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.
Neighborhood sports bar off Dorchester Road in North Charleston, pouring beer and wings for a loyal local crowd.
Easygoing restaurant offering handcut steaks, Southern-style rib platters & other classic dishes.
Tex-Mex cantina on King Street slinging tacos and cold beer to the College of Charleston crowd.
Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pies & calzones, plus wine & beer.
New York-style bagel shop in a Mount Pleasant strip center, slinging hand-rolled bagels and schmear alongside coffee.
Neighborhood Tex-Mex cantina in a West Ashley strip mall serving margaritas, tacos, and cold beer to a regular local crowd.
Low-key watering hole with pool tables serving pub food such as burgers, cheesesteaks & nachos.
Compact John Street café serving coffee and provisions, with beer and occasional live music tucked into a neighborhood corner spot.
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 tavern off Riviera Drive in Mount Pleasant, with live music, a full bar, and straightforward pub food.
Neighborhood Italian on Johns Island's commercial strip, serving pizza and pasta with beer in a strip-mall setting.
Laid-back American roadhouse on Highway 17 with live music, cold beer, and the kind of menu that doesn't require a second look.
Neighborhood bar and grill off Morgans Point Road in Mount Pleasant, with cold beer, cocktails, and game-day TVs.
Thin-crust pizza, sliders & upscale pub fare in a sports-centric alehouse with a rooftop deck.
Neighborhood cafe and market on McCarthy Street in North Charleston, pouring coffee and serving sandwiches alongside beer and wine.
Casual clubhouse bar on Kiawah Island serving beer and wine to golfers between rounds.
A variety of Southern dishes are offered at this relaxed hangout with waterfront views & a full bar.
Place for cocktails, views & Southern-accented New American fare at the top of a chic hotel.
Neighborhood Mexican cantina on Coleman Boulevard serving margaritas and tacos in a casual, reservable dining room.
Third-floor nightclub on Calhoun with live music, a full bar, and a reservation option for those who plan ahead.
Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.
Neighborhood Italian on Spring Street with a straightforward menu, sidewalk seating, and a door policy that welcomes dogs.
Family-friendly Japanese spot featuring sushi, hibachi cooking tables & a lengthy sake selection.
Modern Southern breakfast & lunch at the Wild Dunes Resort with a patio, bar & golf-course views.
Casual eatery that offers multiple varieties of bagels to go as well as stacked bagel sandwiches.
Rooftop bar and restaurant on Calhoun Street with cocktails, wine, and live music above the downtown Charleston roofline.
Tacos with innovative fillings & frozen cocktails in a funky, vibrant setting, plus outdoor seating.
Sophisticated operation serving freshly caught fish, with outdoor seating & a casual downstairs bar.
Neighborhood sports bar in a strip mall off Savannah Highway, with cold beer, pub food, and enough TVs to catch every game.
Traditional Italian dishes prepared in a charming atmosphere with red-&-white checkered tablecloths.
Haute hub at Kiawah Island Golf Resort with Southern BBQ meals, local craft beers & outdoor seating.
Easygoing, modern eatery offering self-serve Japanese staples, such as teppanyaki & sushi rolls.
Neighborhood Mexican spot on Savannah Highway serving tacos and cold beer in a no-frills West Ashley setting.
Refined eatery at Wild Dunes Resort offering locavore seafood & drinks in a terrace-enhanced space.
Landmark no-frills barbecue joint with meat slow-cooked in a wood-fire pit, plus outdoor seating.
Casual pizza spot inside the Wild Dunes resort on Isle of Palms, serving beer and wine alongside pies to vacationers and locals alike.
Elegant restaurant offering craft cocktails & a wine list with hand-cut steaks, plus a raw bar.
Nightclub with innovative cocktails & small plates, served in a sophisticated setting.
Local chain serving a menu of sushi & Pan-Asian entrees in a contemporary, stylish space.
Neighborhood restaurant and bar on Ann Street with live music, a dog-friendly patio, and a communal sensibility in the lower peninsula.
Casual Mexican cantina on Meeting Street serving tacos, margaritas, and standard Tex-Mex a few blocks from the visitor center.
No-frills Goose Creek bar and grill with live music, cold beer, and the kind of name that tells you exactly what you're walking into.
Casual sandwich counter on Isle of Palms serving build-your-own options with beer and wine, steps from the beach.
Casual bar and burger spot tucked inside Isle of Palms' Grand Pavilion, with beach access, cold beer, and occasional live music.
Counter-order pizza spot steps from the Folly Beach strip, serving slices and pies for the beach crowd.
Casual beach-strip pizza and sandwich counter on the Isle of Palms, steps from the ocean, with beer and a dog-friendly patio.
Beachside bar and grill on Folly serving fried seafood and cold drinks a block from the water.
Stylish area-sourced seafood spot in Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, with a deck & rooftop bar.
Revelry Brewing's in-house bar and kitchen, pouring house beers alongside casual plates in a North Morrison industrial space.
Airport concourse bar slinging local drafts and bar food to travelers killing time before departure gates.