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Where to Eat in Charleston
Bowen's Island Restaurant is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

1. Bowen's Island Restaurant

8.0
1870 Bowens Island Rd, Charleston, SC
Seafood Restaurant · James Island · 44 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Andrew Zimmern headed farther down the coast to this restaurant for an oyster roast. Andrew ate steamed oysters. As seen on Bizarre Foods America.

Husk is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

2. Husk

8.7
76 Queen St (btwn Meeting & King St), Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 264 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Brock isn't reinventing Southern food. As a result, he (and Husk) has become a torchbearer for an honest style of home cooking that many of us never tasted until now.

The Glass Onion is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

3. The Glass Onion

8.8
1219 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · Parkwood - Farmfield · 66 tips and reviews

Lauren C.Lauren Curler: Fried chicken dinner and $15 pitcher of Coast Brewing HopArt with free bernaise fries on Tuesdays.

Santi's Restaurante Mexicano is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

4. Santi's Restaurante Mexicano

8.9
1302 Meeting Street Rd (Morrison Dr), Charleston, SC
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 41 tips and reviews

Caroline E.Caroline Eubanks: Order a margarita on the rocks and the taco dinner.

Marina Variety Store Restaurant is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

5. Marina Variety Store Restaurant

8.0
17 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC
Seafood Restaurant · Harleston Village · 29 tips and reviews

Tula H.Tula Hilyer: Best breakfast in town.

Groucho's Deli of Charleston is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

6. Groucho's Deli of Charleston

364 King St Ste A, Charleston, SC
Sandwich Spot · Downtown Charleston · 16 tips and reviews

Cj S.Cj Shannon: Get the Apollo dipper

The Macintosh is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

7. The Macintosh

479B King St (att Ann St), Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Radcliffeborough · 66 tips and reviews

Southern Eagle S.Southern Eagle SC: Drafts are a dollar off during happy hour and kona longboard is on tap!

FUEL Charleston is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

8. FUEL Charleston

7.8
211 Rutledge Ave (Cannon St.), Charleston, SC
Caribbean Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 74 tips and reviews

Jonah J.Jonah Jeter: Awesome burger. One of the best in town. And great laid back atmosphere. Outdoor patio bar is the best in downtown #chs. Great place to have drinks with your dog too.

Five Loaves Cafe is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

9. Five Loaves Cafe

43 Cannon St (Coming St), Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 49 tips and reviews

Chris L.Chris Littmann: Get a cup of soup and a half sandwich. Portions are generous and you won't be disappointed. Just be prepared to wait at lunch. Busy but worth it! We had potato/cheddar/broc soup.

10. Kickin' Chicken

337 King St (George Street), Charleston, SC
Wings Joint · Downtown Charleston · 54 tips and reviews

Southern Eagle S.Southern Eagle SC: Happy Hour is 4 to 7 and these gems are $3.99

Poe's Tavern is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

11. Poe's Tavern

9.1
2210 Middle St (btw Station 22 and Station 22 1/2), Sullivans Island, SC
Burger Joint · 145 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Delicious burgers, proximity to the ocean and an Edgar Allen Poe theme all make this beach joint for fun the whole family or for cocktail time with your friends. [Eater 18 Member]

Taco Bartina is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

12. Taco Bartina

7.5
1301 Ashley River Rd (Diana St), Charleston, SC
Taco Restaurant · west of the Ashley · 35 tips and reviews

Kyle R.Kyle Roles: Blackened Grouper Tacos! Get them!!

Fat Hen is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

13. Fat Hen

3140 Maybank Hwy (at Boyson Rd), Johns Island, SC
French Restaurant · 36 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Neuville has been a fan of the farm to table concept since before it was a term, and Fat Hen serves food that is as fresh and local as possible. [Eater 18 Member]

Hominy Grill is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

14. Hominy Grill

207 Rutledge Ave (at Cannon St), Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 271 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Hominy Grill is about as southern as southern can get. It’s a must stop for tourists and locals alike, which is a rare achievement for a restaurant. [Eater 18 Member]

Martha Lou's Kitchen is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

15. Martha Lou's Kitchen

1068 Morrison Dr, Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · East Central · 31 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Home to some of the best fried chicken in the south. Macaroni and cheese, collard greens, catfish…you name a true southern comfort food and Martha Lou’s will probably have it. [Eater 18 Member]

FIG is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

16. FIG

9.1
232 Meeting St (at Hasell St), Charleston, SC
New American Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 103 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The menu is driven by what is local and available, and the vegetables tend to be the stars of the plate. [Eater 18 Member]

Butcher & Bee is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

17. Butcher & Bee

1085 Morrison Drive, Charleston, SC
Mediterranean Restaurant · East Central · 88 tips and reviews

EaterEater: A reliable spot for burgers and sandwiches, as well as the Southern and Mediterranean sides people can't stop talking about. Open only for lunch (or brunch) and late nights. [Eater 38 Member]

Triangle Char & Bar is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

18. Triangle Char & Bar

8.2
828 Savannah Hwy (Magnolia Rd), Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · west of the Ashley · 68 tips and reviews

Erin E.Erin Evon: Obsessed with the Homegrown Burger aka an amazing black bean burger!

Closed For Business is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

19. Closed For Business

453 King St, Charleston, SC
Pub · Radcliffeborough · 89 tips and reviews

Caroline E.Caroline Eubanks: Order a beer flight. Make friends with the waiters. Appreciate the beer man cave style decor.

Two Boroughs Larder is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

20. Two Boroughs Larder

186 Coming St, Charleston, SC
New American Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 40 tips and reviews

EaterEater: TBL has a space that's inviting and a menu that's inventive, with dishes like pork neck and veal sweetbreads regularly on the menu. The kampachi crudo is a must-try, as are all the desserts.

Rutledge Cab Company is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

21. Rutledge Cab Company

8.0
1300 Rutledge Ave (Mt Pleasant Street), Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 53 tips and reviews

Marc M.Marc McLeod: Get a burger, any burger. Damn fine stuff.

Ms. Rose's Fine Food & Cocktails is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

22. Ms. Rose's Fine Food & Cocktails

8.2
1090 Sam Rittenberg Blvd (at Gamecock Ave), Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · west of the Ashley · 44 tips and reviews

Eric R.Eric Reardon: Amazing food. amazing service. great cocktails. this is definitely a must try place for anyone looking for a great dining experience in Charleston. A+++

The Grocery is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

23. The Grocery

8.8
4 Cannon St (at King St), Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 47 tips and reviews

Krystal B.Krystal B.: This is by far the best food we have ever eaten. Nothing in my life could beat the dinner I just had. The pork trio for two, with the new potato sides. The puff duck pastry & pimento cheese bite app.

24. Early Bird Diner

8.6
1644 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC
Diner · west of the Ashley · 131 tips and reviews

James M.James Moffitt: Very nice diner located conveniently on Savannah Hwy near Wappoo Rd. Excellent food and staff. Try it out

Home Team BBQ is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

25. Home Team BBQ

8.6
1205 Ashley River Rd (at Diana St), Charleston, SC
BBQ Joint · Maryville - Ashleyville · 65 tips and reviews

Eskimo AdvertisingEskimo Advertising: Monday- $1 PBR, $4 JagerbombsTuesday- 35c Wings, $2.50 Select DraftWednesday- $2 Domestic BottlesThursday- Free BluegrassSunday- 1/2 off Wings & $4 Mimosas, $5 House Bloody Marys Read more.

Juanita Greenberg's Nacho Royale is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

26. Juanita Greenberg's Nacho Royale

5.8
439 King St (Warren St.), Charleston, SC
Mexican Restaurant · Radcliffeborough · 42 tips and reviews

Diana M.Diana Martin: Traditional tacos and chips and dip except with guac are half off every day from 4-7 for happy hour

Stars Rooftop is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

27. Stars Rooftop

8.3
495 King St (btwn Morris & Radcliffe St), Charleston, SC
Cocktail Bar · Radcliffeborough · 47 tips and reviews

Jay B.Jay Benson: Best new rooftop bar in Charleston! Great wine list.

Moe's Crosstown Tavern is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

28. Moe's Crosstown Tavern

8.4
714 Rutledge Ave (Francis Street), Charleston, SC
Dive Bar · Downtown Charleston · 28 tips and reviews

EsquireEsquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. A dark, old neighborhood bar with crappy service and not enough room, and it's impossible not to love. Good beer, great food. Read more.

A.C.’s Bar & Grill is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

29. A.C.’s Bar & Grill

6.9
467 King St, Charleston, SC
Dive Bar · Radcliffeborough · 39 tips and reviews

Caroline E.Caroline Eubanks: Go to Sunday brunch. Order the chicken and waffles and a pitcher of mimosas. Play pool. Rub up against grungey college kids who are still drunk from the night before yet still drinking PBR.

Jack's Cosmic Dogs is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

30. Jack's Cosmic Dogs

9.1
2805 N Highway 17, Mt. Pleasant, SC
Hot Dog Joint · 45 tips and reviews

Topher C.Topher Cassidy: Jacks is awesome. Get the Cosmic Dog, and pick up a jar of the Sweet Potato mustard before you leave. Fan- Tastic!

Dixie Supply Bakery and Cafe is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

31. Dixie Supply Bakery and Cafe

62 State St (at Linguard St), Charleston, SC
Café · Downtown Charleston · 41 tips and reviews

Rick G.Rick Griffin: Try the Tomato Pie -

Charlie's Grocery is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

32. Charlie's Grocery

6.9
1 Jasper St (at Radcliffe St), Charleston, SC
Convenience Store · Radcliffeborough · 6 tips and reviews

Matches M.Matches Malone: Great guy, great falafel; support local business!

Jestine's Kitchen is one of Where to Eat in Charleston.

33. Jestine's Kitchen

251 Meeting St (Wentworth St), Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 110 tips and reviews

travel42travel42: Southern cookin' at its finest. Try their famous fried chicken and the Coca-Cola cake.