Skip the chains. These are the neighborhood roasters and laptop-friendly cafes Charleston runs on.
Neighborhood coffee shop on Spring Street slinging espresso drinks and desserts with a loyal following and free parking.
Neighborhood coffee shop on Rutledge Ave, pulling espresso alongside a small retail selection of goods.
Neighborhood coffee shop on Line Street doubling as a live music and wine venue after dark.
Small-batch roastery and café off Ben Sawyer, pouring its own beans in a strip mall storefront in Mount Pleasant.
Breakfast sandwiches & burritos, smoothies & sweet treats in a cheery, counter-serve coffee shop.
Airy cafe with plush seating & art-lined walls serving single origin coffee, tea & light fare.
French-inflected café on Isle of Palms serving coffee, wine, and beer a block from the beach.
Handcrafted, health-conscious breakfast & lunch fare (plus a coffee bar) in a homey environment.
Coffee bar offering lattes, Americanos & cold-brew plus hot chocolate, specialty drinks & snacks.
Neighborhood coffee shop off Highway 17 in Mount Pleasant, drawing regulars with strong pours and a dog-friendly lot.
Neighborhood coffee shop on Ashley Hall Road serving specialty drinks and light food with free parking and a loyal West Ashley following.
Specialty roaster and cafe on Spruill Avenue in North Charleston, with dog-friendly parking lot and a serious approach to sourcing.