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$$4.8A vibrant downtown Charleston restaurant serving elevated Southern breakfast and lunch.
Baguette Magic$4.7A vibrant French bakery serving artisanal breads, pastries, and breakfast sandwiches
Bistronomy by Nico4.7Vibrant French bistro in Charleston serving elevated seafood and classics
Bitty & Beau's Coffee$4.7Warm and welcoming Charleston coffee shop with an inspiring mission
Breizh Pan Crepes$$4.7Authentic French sweet and savory crepes in downtown Charleston
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
Lost Dog Cafe$$4.7A dog-friendly Folly Beach cafe serving hearty breakfast and specialty coffee
Magnolias$$$4.7Upscale Southern staple serving refined Lowcountry classics in historic downtown Charleston
Page’s Okra Grill$$4.7Hearty Lowcountry comfort food and Southern classics in Mount Pleasant
Shiki$$4.7Intimate Downtown Charleston spot serving fresh sushi and Japanese classics.
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
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
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$$$4.5Refined Southern dining in a charming historic French Quarter courtyard setting
Husk$$$4.5Refined Lowcountry dining celebrating local Southern ingredients in historic Charleston
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