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.
Jack of Cups Saloon$$4.8A cozy Folly Beach tavern serving inventive globally inspired comfort food.
Lewis Barbecue$$4.8Authentic Texas style pit smoked barbecue in the heart of Charleston
Wild Olive$$$4.8Rustic Italian dining featuring artisanal pasta and exceptional wine selections
167 Raw Oyster Bar$$$4.7A vibrant King Street raw bar serving fresh oysters and seafood
Bistronomy by Nico4.7Vibrant French bistro in Charleston serving elevated seafood and classics
Boxcar Betty's$4.7Gourmet fried chicken sandwiches served in a casual retro spot
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
Jackrabbit Filly$$4.7Vibrant Asian American neighborhood eatery in North Charleston serving creative dishes
Magnolias$$$4.7Upscale Southern staple serving refined Lowcountry classics in historic downtown Charleston
Shiki$$4.7Intimate Downtown Charleston spot serving fresh sushi and Japanese classics.
Slightly North of Broad$$$4.7Classic Lowcountry cuisine meets vibrant Southern hospitality in historic downtown Charleston.
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.
Edmund's Oast$$$4.6Popular Charleston destination for craft beers, cocktails, and elevated dining.
Evo$$4.6Wood-fired artisanal pizzas crafted with local ingredients in North Charleston
Indaco$$4.6Rustic Italian dining and wood-fired pizza on Upper King Street
Istanbul Shish Kabob$4.6Authentic Turkish and Middle Eastern halal cuisine served in North Charleston
Melfi’s4.6Stylish Upper King Italian eatery serving thin-crust pizza, pasta, and cocktails
Stella's$$4.6Authentic Greek meze and classic Mediterranean cuisine in downtown Charleston
The Darling$$4.6A stylish King Street seafood spot serving fresh raw oysters
The Glass Onion$$4.6Refined locally sourced Southern soul food in Charleston's West Ashley neighborhood
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
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