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.
Bistronomy by Nico4.7Vibrant French bistro in Charleston serving elevated seafood and classics
Fig$$$4.7Refined seasonal Lowcountry cuisine served in an intimate Charleston bistro setting.
High Cotton Restaurant$$$4.7Refined Charleston dining featuring classic Lowcountry cuisine, fresh seafood, and hospitality
Magnolias$$$4.7Upscale Southern staple serving refined Lowcountry classics in historic downtown Charleston
Shiki$$4.7Intimate Downtown Charleston spot serving fresh sushi and Japanese classics.
Swig & Swine$$4.7Authentic slow smoked barbecue and craft beers in casual Charleston digs
Basic Kitchen$$4.6Vibrant Charleston dining spot serving fresh, plant-forward seasonal dishes daily.
The Darling$$4.6A stylish King Street seafood spot serving fresh raw oysters
The Obstinate Daughter$$4.6Charming coastal eatery on Sullivan's Island serving inventive Lowcountry Italian fare.
The Ordinary$$$4.6Upscale seafood hall and raw bar in a restored 1920s bank
Husk$$$4.5Refined Lowcountry dining celebrating local Southern ingredients in historic Charleston
Mex 1 Cosatal Cantina$$4.5Vibrant surf cantina serving fresh Baja tacos and house infused tequila margaritas
Xiao Bao Biscuit$$4.5Creative multicultural Asian comfort food in a converted gas station
Church & Union$$$4.4Upscale New American dining housed in a historic Charleston church venue
Gaulart & Maliclet$$4.4Charming Broad Street French cafe serving casual bistro classics and wine
Mex 1 Cosatal Cantina$$4.4Laid-back coastal Mexican fare and fresh tequila margaritas in Charleston
Prohibition$$4.4A 1920s Jazz Age cocktail lounge serving craft drinks and modern cuisine
Eli's Table$$4.3Upscale historic Charleston restaurant serving artful locally sourced Southern cuisine
Mex 1 Cosatal Cantina$$4.3Lively surf vibe Mexican spot serving Baja tacos and fresh margaritas
Poogan’s Porch$$4.3Classic Southern comfort food served in a historic Charleston Victorian townhouse
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