Widely known simply as “Rue”, this Downtown eatery has been abuzz since it opened its doors. Inspired by the style of classic French Brasseries, the impeccable flavor and European design lend an air of sophisticated comfort. Rue’s menu incorporates classic French staples with contemporary fare. Sample mussels in your choice of six different preparations followed by Steak Au Poivre, or savor Charleston’s favorite burger, ground in-house and served alongside hand-cut pommes frites. A dining destination for both leisurely lunches and lively dinners, 39 Rue de Jean has become a favorite meeting spot for both locals and visitors. Experience a taste of Paris in Downtown Charleston.
VisitNestled in downtown Charleston’s historic French Quarter for over 31 years, 82 Queen is known for its gracious Southern hospitality and fresh local cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch, the restaurant is spread throughout three buildings with eleven quaint dining areas including an 1800’s style courtyard featuring a mammoth Magnolia tree. Executive Chef Steven Stone cooks up traditional Lowcountry Cuisine from the award-winning She Crab Soup to the famous BBQ Shrimp-n-Grits while adding a modern flare to the menu. These dishes are paired perfectly with an awarding winning wine program focusing on a diverse selection of wineries. Consistently called on as a favorite destination for locals and visitors alike, this 300-year-old address represents both the history and the cuisine of the Lowcountry.
VisitRecognized as an American classic by numerous media outlets and publications, Bowens Island restaurant has been serving the best seafood since 1946. A recipient of the prestigious James Beard Award and ranked #4 in Best Seafood Restaurants by USA today, you won’t have to travel far for casual low country dining and good fellowship at its best. Famous for its legendary locally harvested, roasted oysters and lightly battered shrimp, locals and travelers alike will find themselves immersed in a panoramic view of rivers, abundant wildlife and spectacular sunsets. A simple place with traditional fare and an unforgettable ambiance, come and join Bowens Island Restaurant - an island, a restaurant, a state of mind.
VisitLocated in historic downtown Charleston, SC, Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar is an Italian-American dessert boutique cafe specializing in gourmet cakes and pastries, gelato and sorbetto, and ciabatta sandwiches, as well as speciality adult cocktails and milkshakes, fine wine and local beer.
VisitSpecialty market and cafe, Caviar & Bananas delivers a distinctive culinary experience designed to touch all the senses in Charleston, SC. Using only the freshest ingredients sourced locally and from around the globe, offerings are prepared daily, whether made to order salads and sandwiches or chosen from the prepared food case. Additional features include a charcuterie and cheese counter, espresso bar, a boutique wine and beer selection. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
VisitIt’s simple. We created Charleston Beer Works with three things in mind: great beer, fresh bar food, and sports. Our fun, laid back atmosphere is something both Charleston locals and visitors love - and we know you will too! With a heavy emphasis on local ingredients and brews, Charleston Beer Works provides a superior experience with 40 beers on tap, made from scratch bar food, and all of your sports packages! Not to mention, one of the most fun atmospheres in Charleston!
VisitIt’s simple. We created Charleston Beer Works with three things in mind: great beer, fresh bar food, and sports. Our fun, laid back atmosphere is something both Charleston locals and visitors love - and we know you will too! With a heavy emphasis on local ingredients and brews, Charleston Beer Works provides a superior experience with 40 beers on tap, made from scratch bar food, and all of your sports packages! Not to mention, one of the most fun atmospheres in Charleston!
VisitCigar and wine lounge located throughout the Charleston area!
VisitFind us in the Towne Centre Tobacco & Wine!
VisitFind us at Towne Centre Tobacco off of Rivers Avenue!
VisitCOAST serves up Charleston’s freshest seafood with laid back Lowcountry style. Established in 2002, and housed in what was originally an indigo warehouse, this Charleston fish house redefines “fresh” from the menu to the decor. COAST features 40-ft ceilings, rustic tin roofs, and paintings from around the world, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of an eclectic beach bar. COAST’s chefs meet daily with local farmers and fishermen to procure the freshest seafood and produce in the Lowcountry. At the heart of the restaurant is the hickory and oak custom made wood burning grill, a preparation you will only find at COAST.
VisitColeman Public House, a Mount Pleasant neighborhood haunt since 2010, features upscale-casual cuisine and a tap room devoted to always-rotating selections of the finest ale from the region and beyond! Designed in the public house tradition, CPH’s chef-driven menu honors the tradition of simple food made well, with standard menu items like flatbreads and burgers, along with house specialties including Shrimp & Grits, Asian Glazed Ribs, and Steak Frites. Stop by this local favorite for well-crafted food along with an enticing tap and bottle list designed to highlight the complexity and drinkability of the best of local, regional, and international beers.
VisitSouthern Living Magazine named the Charleston Crab Shack “One of the 10 Best Seafood Spots in South Carolina." We offer overflowing buckets of fresh, local seafood, smiling faces, and cheap to boot! The Crab Shacks have the best fried fish, succulent crab legs and big baskets of shrimp. Come on in and roll up your sleeves for one shell of a good deal! Serving lunch and dinner daily. Three Crab Shacks locations: Coosaw Creek, Folly Beach and West Ashley.
VisitSouthern Living Magazine named the Charleston Crab Shack “One of the 10 Best Seafood Spots in South Carolina." We offer overflowing buckets of fresh, local seafood, smiling faces, and cheap to boot! The Crab Shacks have the best fried fish, succulent crab legs and big baskets of shrimp. Come on in and roll up your sleeves for one shell of a good deal! Serving lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Three Crab Shacks locations: Coosaw Creek, Folly Beach and West Ashley.
VisitSouthern Living Magazine named the Charleston Crab Shack “One of the 10 Best Seafood Spots in South Carolina." We offer overflowing buckets of fresh, local seafood, smiling faces, and cheap to boot! The Crab Shacks have the best fried fish, succulent crab legs and big baskets of shrimp. Come on in and roll up your sleeves for one shell of a good deal! Serving lunch and dinner daily. Three Crab Shacks locations: Coosaw Creek, Folly Beach and West Ashley.
VisitAutenthic Italian restaurant in Mount Pleasant. We are proud to have been serving authentic Italian cuisine to Mount Pleasant residents and visitors for the past eight years.
VisitLocally owned and operated since 2001, East Bay Deli is a popular eatery for locals and tourists alike. Voted the Best Deli in Charleston since 2004, our New York style deli with a Southern twist has a variety of made-to-order sandwiches, soups, wraps, hot dogs, giant potatoes, desserts and fresh salad bar. With a breakfast and kids menu as well, there is something for everyone at East Bay Deli!
VisitLocally owned and operated since 2001, East Bay Deli is a popular eatery for locals and tourists alike. Voted the best deli in Charleston since 2004, our New York style deli with a Southern twist has a variety of made-to-order sandwiches, soups, wraps, hot dogs, giant potatoes, desserts and fresh salad bar. With a breakfast and kids menu as well, there is something for everyone at East Bay Deli!
VisitLocally owned and operated since 2001, East Bay Deli is a popular eatery for locals and tourists alike. Voted the best deli in Charleston since 2004, our New York style deli with a Southern twist has a variety of made-to-order sandwiches, soups, wraps, hot dogs, giant potatoes, desserts and fresh salad bar. With a breakfast and kids menu as well, there is something for everyone at East Bay Deli!
VisitLocally owned and operated since 2001, East Bay Deli is a popular eatery for locals and tourists alike. Voted the Best Deli in Charleston since 2004, our New York style deli with a Southern twist has a variety of made-to-order sandwiches, soups, wraps, hot dogs, giant potatoes, desserts and fresh salad bar. With a breakfast and kids menu as well, there is something for everyone at East Bay Deli!
VisitLocally owned and operated since 2001, East Bay Deli is a popular eatery for locals and tourists alike. Voted the Best Deli in Charleston since 2004, our New York style deli with a Southern twist has a variety of made-to-order sandwiches, soups, wraps, hot dogs, giant potatoes, desserts and fresh salad bar. With a breakfast and kids menu as well, there is something for everyone at East Bay Deli!
VisitLocally owned and operated since 2001, East Bay Deli is a popular eatery for locals and tourists alike. Voted the Best Deli in Charleston since 2004, our New York style deli with a Southern twist has a variety of made-to-order sandwiches, soups, wraps, hot dogs, giant potatoes, desserts and fresh salad bar. With a breakfast and kids menu as well, there is something for everyone at East Bay Deli!
VisitFlorence’s Lowcountry Kitchen is a tribute to Florence Powell, the Great Grandmother of Jonathan and Patrick Kish of 82 Queen Restaurant, established in 1982. Florence Moseley was born in 1908 in Charleston, South Carolina. She worked at The American Tobacco Company’s Cigar Factory, where she met and married the plant manager, Jesse Powell. They enjoyed their life in the Lowcountry - crabbing, fishing, visiting the Limehouse Farmers Market on Wappoo Road, and creating delicious home-cooked southern meals. They passed their recipes down to their granddaughter, Tyler Kish, wife to Steve Kish, chef-owner of 82 Queen. Florence and Jesse’s favorite dishes to cook were Crab, Shrimp, Fish, and Fried Chicken & Waffles. Every holiday, Florence would make her famous Granny's Punch.
VisitFlying Biscuit is proud to call the Mount Pleasant community home. Join us for the Best Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch in our dining room, at our Bar or on our outdoor patio. We’re centrally located off Coleman Blvd. with plenty of Free-Parking. Looking to stay in? Order Take-Out or Delivery and enjoy us at home or in your office with Friends & Family. Come in and see why Flying Biscuit is an institution serving the Best Breakfast All Day for over 25 years.
VisitServing Stylishly Southern cuisine that showcases the South’s fresh bounty through bold and flavorful dishes, Gabrielle captures the spirit of Charleston through genuine hospitality, a lively indoor bar and dining room, as well as the city’s finest outdoor dining terrace which overlooks historic Marion Square.
VisitHalls Chophouse presents delicious cuisine in an energetic, visually striking environment. The restaurant features exposed brick walls, leather banquettes and warm lighting true to old-world traditional steakhouses. The 160-seat chophouse is situated on two rustic floors with tables and banquettes available for general dining. The first floor also offers a 16-seat antique African mahogany bar and a lounge, while a hardwood stairway to the second floor reveals a masterful 350-bottle wine rack, hallway bar and a private dining room. Complemented by superior service and a knowledgeable staff, Halls Chophouse offers the community of Charleston a sophisticated, quality cuisine. Halls Chophouse is a "Classic American Steakhouse" located in historic downtown Charleston.
VisitHalls Chophouse Nexton, located on Nexton Square Parkway, offers wet and dry-aged USDA Prime and Choice Beef as well as locally-sourced fish, poultry, vegetarian and gluten-free options, the Halls Chophouse Nexton menu features expertly-crafted dishes that highlight the essence of culinary creativity and distinguished flavor.
VisitWelcome to Handcraft Kitchen & Cocktails in Mount Pleasant, SC.
Our mission is to bring excitement and innovation to American comfort food classics and to the bar experience. Feel the salvages and recycled materials hinting at the history of an earlier time when things were handcrafted with pride and respect as you step through our doors at 735 Coleman Blvd.
VisitHenry’s is centrally located in historic downtown Charleston at 54 North Market Street, across from the Charleston city market. Established in 1932, Henry’s is the oldest continuous restaurant in Charleston and the state of South Carolina.
From 1932 through the 1960’s, Henry’s house was the only place to be in Charleston. “henry’s: famous for seafood” and “In Charleston, it’s henry’s for food” was branded on every menu, postcard, and matchbook in town. The restaurant has undergone many changes throughout the years, and this newest incarnation offers an authentic Lowcountry menu with a modern flair: shrimp and grits, she-crab soup, Carolina cannonballs, and a few twists on the classics. Superb cocktails and desserts compliment your meal perfectly whether seated in our main dining room or enjoying our traditional southern porch and rooftop deck.
Henry’s offers the best of Charleston: a historic, eclectic restaurant and bar featuring live music, a beautiful southern porch and rooftop deck, an exclusive dance lounge, and a classic speakeasy bar. Since 1932, Henry’s is still the place to be. We promise, once you enter our door, you won’t want to leave!
VisitHigh Cotton Charleston is... High Steppin’ Lowcountry living. It’s a feeling of warmth and celebration that begins the moment you step inside. You’ll find it in our gracious, knowledgeable servers, expertly prepared dishes and a remarkable wine and cocktail program. From conversation and laughter in our bar to our stylish dining rooms of heart pine floors and antique brick, you’ll come to understand true Charleston hospitality. That is, there’s always cause for celebration - of our neighbors, our food and drink and each other. It’s our great pleasure to share it with you.
VisitA Hyman establishment since 1890, Hyman’s Seafood is a MUST when visiting Charleston. Reviewed by over 30 national publications and Voted #1 Seafood Restaurant in the Southeast by Southern Living Magazine 9 years in a row. Enjoy our relaxed family atmosphere and our menu that features extensive shellfish selections and 8-15 different fish to choose from daily. Don’t forget about Aaron’s Deli. We also serve a full NY Style Deli menu as well. Please come early or late to avoid the wait. Remember we definitely have the space to accommodate large groups as well.
Critically Acclaimed
• Most Legendary Restaurants in the World:
We’re thrilled to be named #6 on the list of 150 Most Legendary Restaurants in the World & Their Iconic Dishes.
• New York Times:
"If you are touring and shopping on busy Meeting Street, Hyman's Seafood Company is a diverting place to stop for some oysters, crab cakes, she-crab soup, simply prepared fresh fish, or a fist-thick po' boy sandwich.”
"Hyman's Seafood Company is a bustling, three-story, wood-and-brick fish house with a big chalkboard listing about a dozen specials of the day. You can have your seafood broiled, fried, sautéed, Cajun style (moderately hot), steamed, or Caribbean jerk (jerk mahi-mahi had a nice lime essence)."
"Local oysters were big and meaty."
"[Servers] could not be nicer or more eager to please."
• Southern Living Magazine – Readers Poll Survey:
Voted #1 Seafood Restaurant in the Southeast (9 years running) out of 18 states from Delaware to Texas.
• Post & Courier:
"Hyman’s is part of Charleston as Charleston is part of Hyman’s. A definite must-stop.”
"When a good seafood dinner is in order, there's no doubt Hyman's Seafood is the place."
Voted Best Seafood, Best She Crab Soup, Best Crab Cakes, & Best Hush Puppies
Runner-Up: Best Service & Best Shrimp & Grits
• Food Network:
Listed in Top 5 in “The Best of Seafood” category.
• Travel + Leisure:
"One of the more fascinating eating establishments in our trip through the Southeast."
Reservation Policy Update:
*No reservations are accepted, but guests are welcome to put their names in and explore the area. If their party is called, we will not remove them from the list—their spot will be held for approximately 30 minutes after being called.
VisitWhere great food and casual dining come together! At Mainland Container Co. we pride ourselves on not only providing excellent food and drink to each and every guest, but also on our hospitality. We strive to make everyone feel welcome, as if you are in our homes. We want to be the place that you return to knowing that you will not only receive some of the best customer service in the lowcountry, but also a great meal at an affordable price!
VisitMaybank Public House, established in 2015, brought the award-winning success of Mt. Pleasant’s Coleman Public House to James Island. MPH features 18 rotating taps along with craft cocktails on tap and a wide array of wines by the glass. With an extensive tap room, dining room, and an outside biergarten, MPH is the spot for lunch, brunch, dinner, and late night eats. Their chef-driven menu honors the tradition of simple food made well, with standard menu items like flatbreads and burgers, along with house specialties including Shrimp & Grits, Asian Glazed Ribs, and Steak Frites, all available until 12:30am seven days a week. Stop by this local favorite for well-crafted food along with an enticing tap and bottle list designed to highlight the complexity and drinkability of the best of local, regional, and international beers.
VisitLocated on upper King Street in beautiful downtown Charleston, MESU will offer a combination of Mexican and Sushi inspired fare with an energetic and artistic atmosphere. A full bar with a unique list of sake, tequila and attractive cocktails will accompany the eclectic food menu. We can’t wait for you to join us!
VisitA hidden garden courtyard illuminated by flickering carriage lanterns provides the enchanting entry to Peninsula Grill, Charleston’s most romantic dining experience. Offering refined American cuisine with a hint of a Southern accent, the swank & service of a 1940s supper club, and an aesthetically stunning yet unpretentious dining room, Peninsula Grill earned a Best New U.S. Restaurant nod from Esquire magazine upon its opening and has since become one of the South’s most beloved restaurants. And no dinner at Peninsula Grill is complete without tasting the famous 12-layer Ultimate Coconut Cake®, called a “slice of heaven” by The New York Times.
VisitAn establishment with a tip the hat-- namely, Capone’s fedora-- to the age of Fitzgerald, flappers, the speakeasy and ragtime kids. We’ve captured the essence of an era when the American Dream flowed as freely as the bathtub gin, when Charleston and its rag were the song and dance of the day. This venue brings the swing back to King Street and downtown Charleston.
VisitCasual, kicked back waterfront restaurant on Shem Creek, with one of the most amazing sunset views in the Lowcountry.
VisitWe're known for high standards in hospitality, casual American cuisine, house-smoked BBQ, and an unforgettable ocean-side dining experience. Dine indoors or alfresco on the inviting dog-friendly patio, home to live music and outdoor flatscreen TVs to watch the big games.
VisitEstablished in 2017 - Saltwater Cowboys prides itself on being Shem Creek's finest. With a passion for delectable local seafood and BBQ to boas about, SWC is sure to please any palate. Whether it's the captivating concept, or the casual atmosphere ft. some of Charleston's most scenic views, you're sure to leave craving more.
VisitAs you begin to drive down the oak-lined path to Sermet’s Courtyard on Daniel Island, you’ll understand the reasons behind the staff’s smile when you arrive. The atmosphere here on Daniel Island’s River Landing Drive is just a taste of what you’ll find when you take your first bite of one of our freshly created Mediterranean dishes. From our wide selection of wine to our homemade desserts it’ll be hard to resist coming back to try another.
VisitAn eclectic lowcountry bistro with contagious energy. Here the dining room is a natural extension of the kitchen, a place where culinary skill, a claver, considered wine program, warm service and conversations meld together. Our local farmers, fishermen and producers are as integral to the food we make as they are to our place in this community.
VisitCharleston is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Enjoy extraordinary harbor views, while passing notable landmarks, from the comfortable decks of the Spirit of Carolina. Our Executive Chef prepares a delicious three or four course dinner made to order onboard from local, seasonal ingredients. With live music from local musicians nightly and an amazing sunset over the Charleston Harbor - This is truly Live & Local Waterfront Dining!
VisitThe Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar, named for Revolutionary War hero, General Francis Marion, features classic Southern cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Executive Chef Heyward Davis and Chef De Cuisine Daniel James create regional specialties.
VisitLike neighborhood taverns of old, Tavern & Table on Shem Creek is designed to be that local gathering place where friends and family get together for classic cocktails and spectacular handcrafted food in an atmosphere as comfortable as your living room. The inventive menu, created by Executive Chef Katie Lorenzen-Smith, celebrates the flavors of the Lowcountry using as many local vendors, fishermen and farmers as possible. Tavern & Table is rustic but refined offering familiar flavors presented with a little flair and a lot of fun.
VisitOur Flagship Liquor store offers one of the largest selections in the entire Charleston area. Next to the ABC Store, The Alchemist Beverage Company offers a huge selection of Wine and Beer, or relax with a glass of wine or a beer on tap at our all-new restaurant… Enjoy live music, Charcuterie, Lobster Rolls, Soups, Salads, Paninis, and more!
VisitThe Darling Oyster Bar is a full-service casual restaurant featuring fresh seafood and hand-crafted ingredients. Housed in a lovingly restored, 115-year old King Street storefront, The Darling is anchored by an exciting, 14-seat raw bar it features a reasonably priced menu, full cocktail program, semi-private event space and more. The Darling is welcoming of all palates, with several non-seafood options available daily.
VisitCentrally located on Coleman Blvd with private parking, our complete renovation of a historic landmark in Mt. Pleasant offers an inviting and relaxing atmosphere. Come relax with your friends on our outside patio with sectional sofa and fire pit, enjoy views of the Ravenel bridge and our grand oaks, while listening to our great Spotify music playlists. The food is outstanding, featuring seafood and steak creations that will simply amaze you, such as the Surf and Surf, with lobster, crab, scallops and shrimp. Our cocktails are simple, yet elegant. We put a great deal of care into their ingredients, from a choice of spirits, the squeezing of juices, the recipes for our mixers or the ice that goes in the glass.
VisitWhether you’re on the way to or from the beach, getting off the boat, looking for a casual dinner with family, or meeting friends for a night out, Ty’s Roadside welcomes you, and all adventurous souls, just as you are!
VisitGreat views, good times! Funky, fresh and fun! Opened February 13th, 1999, on the one of the country’s most picturesque locations, Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant, SC. With water on three sides, all tables are good tables at Vickerys. You can stroll outside onto the deck where there is additional seating, the shark bar and telescopic viewers for a closer look at nature. Vickery’s also provides first-come-first-serve public docking for customers. It is Vickery’s intent to serve a variety of dishes, some simple and creative, some complex from various regions and ethnicities, consistently good and fairly priced. All in a friendly, fun and casual atmosphere with attentive, professional service.
VisitToday at Victor Social Club, we pay homage to the social club legend, serving classic cocktails made with you in mind, icy cold beers, as well as an extensive wine list boasting with flavors from around the world. Like most club life established in the eighteenth-century, Victor Social Club is based strongly on Charleston foundations of leisure and community – values we uphold with pride
VisitGood old-fashioned Italian American fare, celebrating domestic ingredients, handmade pastas, rich homemade sauces and a full-service bar. Vincent Chicco’s boasts sophisticated comfortable surroundings offering dinner nightly with a private banquet room to host up to 100 guests. Step back in time and enjoy classic flavors that were founded in our country.
VisitLocated on scenic Shem Creek, Water’s Edge brings “Downtown Dining” to the Mount Pleasant area. Just minutes from historic Downtown Charleston, we offer both waterfront and outdoor dining where guests can view the local fish and shrimp boats unloading their daily catches.
“Best Happy Hour” 8 Years Running!
Award by the Town of Mount Pleasant
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
2003-2018
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