Best places to eat in Charleston
Popular picks: Shrimp and Grits: A traditional Lowcountry dish made with fresh shrimp and creamy ground corn. · She-Crab Soup: A rich soup made with crab meat, crab roe, and sherry. · Fried Green Tomatoes: A Southern classic featuring unripe tomatoes coated in cornmeal and fried. · Lowcountry Boil: A one-pot meal containing shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes. · Oysters: Enjoy them raw, steamed, or fried from the surrounding waters. · Pimento Cheese: A spread made with cheese, mayonnaise, and sweet red peppers. · Charleston Red Rice: A flavorful side dish made with tomatoes, rice, and bacon. · Hoppin' John: A comfort food dish made from black-eyed peas and rice, often served with collard greens. · Benne Wafers: Thin, crispy cookies made with sesame seeds. · Po'Boys: A traditional sandwich from the South, usually with fried seafood or roast beef. · Cornbread: A Southern staple, often served sweet or savory. · Peach Cobbler: A dessert made with peaches and a biscuit-like topping. · Frogmore Stew: Similar to Lowcountry Boil, it's another name for the same delicious dish. · Collard Greens: Slow-cooked with ham hocks, vinegar, and spices. · Sweet Tea: The quintessential Southern drink, served ice cold and very sweet.
Millers All Day$$4.8A vibrant downtown Charleston restaurant serving elevated Southern breakfast and lunch.
Baguette Magic$4.7A vibrant French bakery serving artisanal breads, pastries, and breakfast sandwiches
Bitty & Beau's Coffee$4.7Warm and welcoming Charleston coffee shop with an inspiring mission
Breizh Pan Crepes$$4.7Authentic French sweet and savory crepes in downtown Charleston
Lost Dog Cafe$$4.7A dog-friendly Folly Beach cafe serving hearty breakfast and specialty coffee
Page’s Okra Grill$$4.7Hearty Lowcountry comfort food and Southern classics in Mount Pleasant
Vicious Biscuit$$4.7Indulgent Southern biscuit sandwiches and craft cocktails in Mount Pleasant
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen$$4.6Casual coastal spot on Isle of Palms serving authentic Lowcountry seafood classics.
Baguette Magic$$4.6Charming French bakery serving artisan baguettes, breakfast sandwiches, and espresso.
Daps Breakfast & Imbibe$4.6A vibrant Westside Charleston spot serving playful breakfast dishes and drinks
Early Bird Diner$4.6Funky West Ashley spot serving hearty Southern breakfast and diner classics
Kudu Coffee & Craft Beer$4.6A vibrant Charleston cafe offering specialty coffee, craft beer, and wine
Millers All Day$$4.6A stylish King Street bistro serving elevated Southern breakfast fare
Three Little Birds Cafe$$4.6Charming Charleston cafe serving fresh breakfast, lunch, and weekend brunch favorites.
Toast All Day$$4.6Classic Southern breakfast classics and signature cocktails in historic downtown Charleston
82 Queen$$$4.5Refined Southern dining in a charming historic French Quarter courtyard setting
Maple Street Biscuit Company$$4.5
The Daily$$4.5Hip King Street coffeehouse serving Stumptown brews, specialty toasts, and juices
The Junction Kitchen & Provisions$4.5A cozy North Charleston spot serving creative comfort food and breakfast
Toast All Day$$4.5A lively Charleston favorite serving Southern breakfast classics and cocktails
Big Bad Breakfast$$4.4Hearty Southern breakfast fare and custom cocktails on Meeting Street
Callie's Hot Little Biscuit$4.4Handcrafted Southern biscuits and savory breakfast treats in historic Charleston
Frannie & The Fox4.4Charming Italian eatery inside Hotel Emeline with courtyard dining and pizzas
Gaulart & Maliclet$$4.4Charming Broad Street French cafe serving casual bistro classics and wine
Planning a trip? See Charleston or things to do in Charleston.