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A 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.