Some would say Charleston tastes as good as it looks.
Many come to Charleston with one thing on their mind: food. The best grits you’ll ever have, prepared in ways you never imagined. Festive dockside oyster roasts. High-end restaurants. Outdoor cafe’s. Fresh from the dock seafood. Every meal is an event in itself. Prepared with perfection. Served with a warm smile. Enjoy.
Where to Dine > American/Eclectic
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The SpiritLine Dinner Cruise aboard the Spirit of Carolina features fine cuisine prepared to order onboard, entertainment, dancing, fully stocked bar, and a magnificent cruise on Charleston Harbor. Departs Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum in Mt. Pleasant. Call for information and reservations.
An “All-American” concept celebrating the American Farmer and small batch breweries that concentrates on quality and not quantity. A fresh, innovative menu and raw bar, plus 35 beers on tap daily. The perfect place to celebrate life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
The Ocean Room at The Sanctuary
Kiawah's premiere restaurant offers an unparalleled steakhouse experience. Chef Nathan Thurston and team have sourced the finest meats obtainable from artisan and local cattle ranches. Menus created to match the season with fresh local ingredients. Ask about our "sushi southern style."
Kiawah's premiere restaurant offers an unparalleled steakhouse experience. Chef Nathan Thurston and team have sourced the finest meats obtainable from artisan and local cattle ranches. Menus created to match the season with fresh local ingredients. Ask about our "sushi southern style."
California Dreaming
Small portions are for supermodels! Whether you’re looking for the taste of slow-cooked prime rib, “fall-off-the-bone” baby back ribs or crisp salads, California Dreaming has something for everyone. Relax on the large waterfront patio with spectacular views of the Charleston Harbor and Ashley River.
Small portions are for supermodels! Whether you’re looking for the taste of slow-cooked prime rib, “fall-off-the-bone” baby back ribs or crisp salads, California Dreaming has something for everyone. Relax on the large waterfront patio with spectacular views of the Charleston Harbor and Ashley River.
Charleston Cafe
Charleston’s Café has been serving the area’s finest and most unique breakfast, lunch, and brunch cuisine for decades. Recently voted East Cooper’s Best Brunch restaurant, the Café features signature Island-themed Potato Casseroles and Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits.
Charleston’s Café has been serving the area’s finest and most unique breakfast, lunch, and brunch cuisine for decades. Recently voted East Cooper’s Best Brunch restaurant, the Café features signature Island-themed Potato Casseroles and Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits.
Closed for Business
Closed for Business brings fresh and local ingredients to the classic American neighborhood bar. Offering a unique spin on southern traditional pub favorites, boasting the most eclectic draught beer selection in the southeast with forty-two taps and counting.
Closed for Business brings fresh and local ingredients to the classic American neighborhood bar. Offering a unique spin on southern traditional pub favorites, boasting the most eclectic draught beer selection in the southeast with forty-two taps and counting.
Cork Neighborhood Bistro
Located in the Olde Village of North Charleston, Cork is a small neighborhood eatery serving fresh, simple, eclectic, local fare with an eclectic bistro twist. Homemade soups, fresh sandwiches, salads, pasta, steaks, and local seafood. Full bar and wine menu. Perfect for private events.
Located in the Olde Village of North Charleston, Cork is a small neighborhood eatery serving fresh, simple, eclectic, local fare with an eclectic bistro twist. Homemade soups, fresh sandwiches, salads, pasta, steaks, and local seafood. Full bar and wine menu. Perfect for private events.
Cru Cafe
It’s the Holy City’s hidden gem. Located in a classic 18th-Century Charleston home near the Market, Cru Cafe offers gourmet comfort food such as Four Cheese Macaroni and Chinese Chicken Salad. Guests can dine inside or on our outdoor porch.
It’s the Holy City’s hidden gem. Located in a classic 18th-Century Charleston home near the Market, Cru Cafe offers gourmet comfort food such as Four Cheese Macaroni and Chinese Chicken Salad. Guests can dine inside or on our outdoor porch.
Culinary Institute of Charleston (CIC)
We proudly offer two dining locations: 181 Palmer - located at 66 Columbus Street, Charleston, SC 29403 and Mikasa - located at 7000 Rivers Avenue, Bldg. 920, Room 301, North Charleston, SC 29406. Please call 843-820-5087 for reservation details.
We proudly offer two dining locations: 181 Palmer - located at 66 Columbus Street, Charleston, SC 29403 and Mikasa - located at 7000 Rivers Avenue, Bldg. 920, Room 301, North Charleston, SC 29406. Please call 843-820-5087 for reservation details.
FIG
At this neighborhood bistro, James Beard winner Chef Mike Lata serves up seasonal cuisine, focusing on fresh, sustainable product from local farmers. FIG has been featured in Bon Appetit, Food & Wine, Food Network and The New York Times.
At this neighborhood bistro, James Beard winner Chef Mike Lata serves up seasonal cuisine, focusing on fresh, sustainable product from local farmers. FIG has been featured in Bon Appetit, Food & Wine, Food Network and The New York Times.
Lana Restaurant & Bar
Lana's eclectic menu reflects flavors of the Mediterranean sourced from local farmers and fisherman. Chef/Owner John Ondo features house-made cured meats, sausages, gnocchi and gelato. This cozy, local's choice is off the beaten path in the Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood.
Lana's eclectic menu reflects flavors of the Mediterranean sourced from local farmers and fisherman. Chef/Owner John Ondo features house-made cured meats, sausages, gnocchi and gelato. This cozy, local's choice is off the beaten path in the Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood.
Poe's Tavern
Poe’s Tavern serves signature burgers alongside a variety of fish tacos, quesadillas and sandwiches. Offering a vast selection of import, domestic and craft beers. Enjoy great food and drink set against a backdrop of artwork and memorabilia dedicated to Edgar Allen Poe.
Poe’s Tavern serves signature burgers alongside a variety of fish tacos, quesadillas and sandwiches. Offering a vast selection of import, domestic and craft beers. Enjoy great food and drink set against a backdrop of artwork and memorabilia dedicated to Edgar Allen Poe.
Queen Anne’s Revenge
Queen Anne’s Revenge showcases the authentic history of piracy in the Carolinas. Explore the “Golden Age of Piracy,” circa 1690-1730, as you dine amidst a spectacular collection of artifacts. Seafood and steaks in a family-friendly atmosphere. M-Sa: Lunch and Dinner; Su: Brunch & Dinner.
Queen Anne’s Revenge showcases the authentic history of piracy in the Carolinas. Explore the “Golden Age of Piracy,” circa 1690-1730, as you dine amidst a spectacular collection of artifacts. Seafood and steaks in a family-friendly atmosphere. M-Sa: Lunch and Dinner; Su: Brunch & Dinner.
Southend Brewery and Smokehouse
Southend brewery and Smokehouse specializes in custom-crafted beers and exquisite regional cuisine including smoked BBQ and wood oven pizzas. Southend boats 2 private harbor-view banquet rooms and live music in the main dining room. M-Sun 11:30am-11pm.
Southend brewery and Smokehouse specializes in custom-crafted beers and exquisite regional cuisine including smoked BBQ and wood oven pizzas. Southend boats 2 private harbor-view banquet rooms and live music in the main dining room. M-Sun 11:30am-11pm.
The Royal American
The Upper Penn's newest addition, The Royal American serves classic, blue collar food, drinks and live music.
The Upper Penn's newest addition, The Royal American serves classic, blue collar food, drinks and live music.
Wentworth Grill
A hidden gem in the Historic District; savor mouth-watering selections thoughtfully created by experienced Chef Tyler Murray. Enjoy the ambiance with patio seating and fireside dining. Plus, cool cocktails, warm lattes and free WiFi make the lounge a perfect escape.
A hidden gem in the Historic District; savor mouth-watering selections thoughtfully created by experienced Chef Tyler Murray. Enjoy the ambiance with patio seating and fireside dining. Plus, cool cocktails, warm lattes and free WiFi make the lounge a perfect escape.
Wild Dunes Resort
From upscale local seafood dishes to home-style family dinners delivered direct to your door and everything in between, you’ll find exactly what you’re craving here. All just a few steps from the comfort of your door within our coastal paradise.
From upscale local seafood dishes to home-style family dinners delivered direct to your door and everything in between, you’ll find exactly what you’re craving here. All just a few steps from the comfort of your door within our coastal paradise.
Wild Wing Cafe - Downtown
“The Best Wings South of Buffalo” in 33 different flavors. Big beefy burgers, amazing sandwiches, ribroarious ribs, mountains of nachos, amazing salads and the Original Bucket O’ Beer! Plus late night fun and live music! Voted best wings 11 years in a row.
“The Best Wings South of Buffalo” in 33 different flavors. Big beefy burgers, amazing sandwiches, ribroarious ribs, mountains of nachos, amazing salads and the Original Bucket O’ Beer! Plus late night fun and live music! Voted best wings 11 years in a row.
Wild Wing Cafe - Mount Pleasant
“The Best Wings South of Buffalo” in 33 different flavors. Burgers, sandwiches, ribs, nachos, salads and the Original Bucket O’ Beer! Plus late night fun and live music! Voted best wings 14 years in a row. Second location in Mt. Pleasant: 1181 Oakland Market Road.
“The Best Wings South of Buffalo” in 33 different flavors. Burgers, sandwiches, ribs, nachos, salads and the Original Bucket O’ Beer! Plus late night fun and live music! Voted best wings 14 years in a row. Second location in Mt. Pleasant: 1181 Oakland Market Road.
Wild Wing Cafe - North Charleston
“The Best Wings South of Buffalo” in 33 different flavors. Big beefy burgers, amazing sandwiches, ribroarious ribs, mountains of nachos, amazing salads and the Original Bucket O’ Beer! Plus late night fun and live music! Voted best wings 14 years in a row.
“The Best Wings South of Buffalo” in 33 different flavors. Big beefy burgers, amazing sandwiches, ribroarious ribs, mountains of nachos, amazing salads and the Original Bucket O’ Beer! Plus late night fun and live music! Voted best wings 14 years in a row.



