Eat & Drink
Le Farfalle*
Downtown
modern Italian in the heart of downtown, excellent cocktails and wine
Obstinate Daughter*
Sullivan's Island
seafood-driven with Italian flair and a cozy, nautical atmosphere
Wild Olive*
John's Island
rustic-chic Italian. sister restaurant to Obstinate Daughter
Poe’s
Sullivan's Island
Casual, literary-themed spot for burgers & pints
Chubby Fish
Downtown
arguably the best seafood in a seafood-centric town. does not take reservations
Queen St. Grocery
Downtown
super casual breakfast + lunch. divine crepes, smoothies, and sandwiches
Bon Banh Mi
Downtown + Mount Pleasant
Southeast Asian fast casual for lunch or a quick dinner
Fast & French
Downtown
bustling bistro for all-day eats, coffee, beer, & French wines
Leon’s*
Downtown
Southern-style seafood & fried chicken with cozy interiors
Basic Kitchen*
Downtown
healthy meets hearty - brunch, lunch and dinner
Ellis Creek Fish House
James Island
super casual fish house on the water, 10 minutes from downtown
Chico Feo
Folly Beach
great live music & fish tacos. one block from the beach, shoes optional
Baker's Bar Pizza
James Island
don't let the strip mall location fool you-- best pizza in town by far
Xiao Bao Biscuit
Downtown
creative, multicultural Asian cooking & specialty cocktails in a trendy space
Melfi’s*
Downtown
classic upscale Italian with a romantic atmosphere
Miller’s All Day
Downtown
a brunch lover's dream
Little Jack’s*
Downtown
upscale tavern famous for their burgers and classic cocktails
Nico*
Mount Pleasant
lively French oyster bar, close walk to Shem Creek
Malagon*
Downtown
Spanish tapas in a charming, cozy setting
Welton's Bake Shop
Downtown
the *most* adorable tiny bakeshop - locally sourced + naturally leavened goods
Bintu Atelier*
Downtown
traditional African cuisine listed on Bon Appétit’s “20 Best New Restaurants of 2024.”
Home Team BBQ
Downtown | Sullivan's Island | West Ashley
excellent smoked meats in a fun family-friendly atmosphere
King BBQ
North Charleston
"Chinatown BBQ made with Southern smoke." also included on Bon Appétit’s “20 Best New Restaurants of 2024.” (!!)
Mozzo Deli
Downtown + Mount Pleasant
classic deli perfect for grabbing en route to beach
Babas on Cannon
Downtown
old world café & bar offering light bites, coffee and cocktails
Bowen's Island
Folly Beach
super casual waterfront fish house right off Folly Beach