Strip-mall sleepers, neighborhood standbys, and the West Ashley spots downtown forgets about. Ranked by the people who eat here every week.
- №01Restaurants1940 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston
Villa Cantina
Neighborhood Mexican cantina on Sam Rittenberg with margaritas, live music, and a reliable Cal-Mex menu.
- №02Restaurants874 Orleans Rd #7, Charleston
Maguro Sushi Bar
Compact Japanese counter in West Ashley strip mall serving sushi with a tight menu and an unusually high local following.
- №03Restaurants1217 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Swig & Swine
House-smoked meats & creative sides served in a funky BBQ spot with outdoor seating, beer & bourbon.
- №04Restaurants1922 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Boxcar Betty's
Creative fried chicken sandwiches, plus fries, floats & pickles offered in retro counter-serve digs.
- №05Restaurants1662 Savannah Hwy Suite 105, Charleston
Chef Loong Dim Sum & Soup Dumplings 笼师傅
Strip-mall dim sum spot on Savannah Highway doing hand-folded soup dumplings and a focused Cantonese menu.
- №06Restaurants835 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.
- №07Restaurants1750 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
WildFlour Pastry
Neighborhood bakery-cafe on Savannah Highway slinging scratch pastries and coffee to the West Ashley morning crowd.
- №08Restaurants1337 Ashley River Rd, Charleston
R Kitchen
New American tasting menus with wines, served in 2 nightly seatings at a 20-seat chef's counter.
- №09Restaurants1734 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston
King Claw - Juicy Seafood & Bar
Customizable seafood boils & fried baskets in a roomy space with elaborate nautical decor & TVs.
- №10Restaurants828 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Triangle Char & Bar
Local chain serving cocktails, locally sourced burgers, tacos & more in a vibrant setting.
- №11Restaurants1644 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Early Bird Diner
All-day breakfast & American diner classics served in a funky, art-filled setting.
- №12Restaurants688 Citadel Haven Dr, Charleston
Hachiya Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
Relaxed, family-friendly Japanese restaurant offering a sushi menu, tempura & teppanyaki meals.
