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Charleston, SC Casual Dining

Today’s chefs reap the best local ingredients to create dishes that celebrate Charleston’s authentic flavors. Whether you prefer thick crust style pizza or grab-and-go BBQ sandwiches, the perfect meal awaits you. Have your taste of Charleston's crave-worthy casual fare.

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Babas on Cannon

Inspired by cafés & bars of Europe. Welcoming folks in the morning for espresso & house-made pastries, at lunch for sandwiches & salads, & in the evening for cocktails & wine.

Basic Kitchen

Basic Kitchen uses tons of local produce and a rainbow of ingredients to create food that’s nourishing, healthful and delicious. Open for lunch + dinner M-Sat and Sun. brunch.

Beaches & Cream

Tucked inside the hotel's lobby level, grab local organic ice cream, breakfast or lunch to go, barista coffee and spiked milkshakes.

Beachside Burgers

Oceanfront dining with alfresco bites and beach grill favorites. Perfect pit stop for a tropical drink, frosty beer and refreshing ocean breeze. Open spring & summer.

Beech

The basic necessities of a healthy diet including fresh: fruit, fish, rice and vegetables, sourced sustainably, locally and organically when possible. Fast-casual atmosphere.

Blu Oyster Sushi & Seafood

Blu Oyster is a Johns Island eatery serving locally sourced sushi and seafood. Enjoy fresh bites from Chef Dupree in a lovely setting with indoor and outdoor seating.

Bodega

Chef brings favorite childhood sandwiches to life with menu of old school staples with a Charleston twist! These homemade Kaiser rolls are a must for the boat, beach or couch!

Bohemian Bull James Island

For the love of burgers beer and bourbon! Come and relax in a lively, open atmosphere, enjoy hearty, craveable food, and a large selection of craft beers and cocktails.

Bohemian Bull Mt. Pleasant

For the love of burgers beer and bourbon! Come and relax in a lively, open atmosphere, enjoy hearty, craveable food, and a large selection of craft beers and cocktails.

Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit - Upper King Eatery

Callie's grab & go eatery serves a variety of piping hot, award winning biscuits, pimento cheese sandwiches, and locally inspired breakfast, lunch, and late night treats.

Carmella's Cafe & Dessert Bar

Carmella's on Historic East Bay St. features handmade ice creams, Italian ice, premium coffees, wine, adult dessert cocktails, pastries, cannolis, cookies, & gourmet desserts.

Carolina Ale House - Summerville

Carolina Ale House is a neighborhood gathering place. Best known for food, sports and fun. Our menu goes beyond the typical sports bar fare, with a wide selection of Ales.

Caviar & Bananas Downtown

Extraordinary product offering, sourced locally and globally to create the ultimate culinary experience. Upscale, sophisticated environment that stimulates the five senses.

Coastal Crust on the Sweetgrass Plaza

Wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas & Italian-inspired dishes. Local ingredients whenever possible and uses traditional recipes to deliver old-world style with today’s trends.

Coastal Provisions

Fresh Lowcountry seafood, prime meats, gracious service. This romantic and intimate restaurant is located in the Boardwalk Inn at Wild Dunes Resort. Terrace and lounge area.

Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse

Authentic Brazilian churrasco, consisting of 16 types of meat individually cut by gauchos, spectacular 30-items salad bar, 6 Brazilian hot dishes and many tropical beverages.

Culinary Institute of Charleston (CIC)

Taste the future of Charleston's culinary scene in the Culinary Institute of Charleston's student-run restaurants, Relish and 181 Palmer. Reservations: OpenTable.com.

Culver's of North Charleston

Wisconsin-based, specializes in its signature ButterBurgers and frozen custard. A ButterBurger features fresh Midwest-raised beef, never frozen, on a slightly buttered bun.

Culver's of Summerville

Wisconsin-based, specializes in its signature ButterBurgers and frozen custard. A ButterBurger features fresh Midwest-raised beef, never frozen, on a slightly buttered bun.

DIG 17A

Enjoy a cold beer, chat with friends or just watch the game. Big outdoor patio with plenty of space to enjoy the beautiful weather in a friendly neighborhood pub setting.

Edmund's Oast

Edmund’s Oast restaurant is a a rare combination of brewery, locally and seasonally driven menu, impressive cocktail and wine lists, outdoor courtyard and covered event space.

Eleve

Discover modern American cuisine with a coastal influence while enjoying spectacular views of Charleston at our vibrant rooftop bar and restaurant.

Felix Cocktails et Cuisine

Experience Paris in one of upper King Street's newest favorites. Félix offers a beautiful atmosphere to enjoy creative cocktails and delightful small plates.

Get Carried Away

The Lowcountry of SC is our home. In our slice of heaven, the seafood and culture influence how we provide homemade prepared foods, easy entertaining and thoughtful gifting!

Handcraft Kitchen & Cocktails

Handcraft Kitchen & Cocktails is Charleston's upscale cocktail bar dedicated to delivering modern, innovative comfort food and sophisticated cocktails in a relaxed setting.

Handy & Hot

Helmed by award-winning chef, TV personality & cookbook author, Vivian Howard, Handy & Hot is a small batch bakeshop located at 68 Wentworth Street open daily from 7am – 4pm.

HC Provisions

Located in the new North Charleston Marriott Hotel, HC Provisions coastal fare & crafted tap features various cultures and cuisines of the "Holy City", coast and lowcountry.

Heavy's Barburger

A neighborhood bar & burger joint. Everything fresh-made, daily. We’re shakin’ margaritas with an extensive line-up of tequila & juices. Vintage sound system & vibey playlist.

Herd Provisions

Offering a rustic version of neo-American bistro fare, we feature grass-fed meat that comes directly from our farm. Open for dinner.

Hero

Hero is a favorite stop for breakfast, coffee, lunch & snacks, serving Brioche-Style doughnuts, burgers, salads, coffee drinks and more on Calhoun Street.

High Tide Restaurant

The High Tide Restaurant and Spirit Bar features local seafood and southern staples. The bar offers local beers and spirits that are sure to give you a taste of Charleston.

Hudson's Market

Pop into Hudson’s Market to enjoy coffee, grab-and-go wraps, and ice cream, or stock up on wine and beer, cheeses, decadent desserts, fresh fruits, and Lowcountry treats.

Huey's Southern Eats

A relaxed restaurant featuring casual lunch and small bite lounge menu items. Located in the Links Clubhouse, enjoy the Charleston golf course view after your round.

Just Stuff It

Just Stuff It Takeout is local Lowcountry food for the soul made with love just like Grandma used to make. Newly located in Summerville, you’ll leave happy and “stuffed”!

Laughing Gull

A colorful atmosphere and Caribbean infused cuisine, you can escape to a tropical paradise while enjoying food and beverage all prepared with an island flair.

Little Jack's Tavern

A friendly neighborhood joint with classic cocktails and smart updates to classic tavern fare. Think burgers, fresh fish, generous salads and nightly steak offerings.

Little Palm

A breezy, poolside restaurant and cocktail bar with a lively, spirited environment offering fresh, vibrant cocktails and seasonal, ingredient-driven dishes

Loggerhead Bar & Grill

Laid-back poolside dining at The Sanctuary, serving gourmet sandwiches, grilled burgers, fresh salads and light wraps.

Lowlife Bar

Folly’s Finest, with a fun, laid back vibe, nightly specials & friendly bar staff. Monday Wing Night * Wednesday Taco Night * Saturday Ribs &Reggae. Here…it’s always summer!

Millers All Day

Millers All Day celebrates breakfast and brunch with timeless food and drinks in a centuries-old King Street building outfitted with a midcentury modern aesthetic.

Night Heron Grill & Bar

Overlooking the Night Heron Park Pool complex, a great place to enjoy quick snacks, tasty lunches, light dinners, fresh smoothies and adult beverages.

Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bringing joy one cake at a time! We celebrate joy in the small, everyday & “just because” moments. Our Bundt Cakes are handcrafted in a variety of delicious flavors & sizes.

OysterCatcher Restaurant & Bar

A comfortable restaurant serving an array of locally inspired small plates and shareable dishes. Sustainable seafood-focused menu.

Park & Grove

A restaurant that celebrates Charleston's beautiful Hampton Park with a seasonal menu offering dishes such as house-made pastas, gourmet hot dogs & a local catch of the day.

Port of Call Food + Brew Hall

A collection of 6 artisanal eateries, accompanied by a modern Biergarten providing local brews & spirits. Located along the historic Charleston City Market at 99 S. Market St.

Prohibition

A nod to the speakeasies of the 1920's, Prohibition combines amazing Southern-inspired cuisine, award winning drinks and a unique atmosphere...all without a secret knock.

Ruby Sunshine

Ruby Sunshine brings the unique flavors and hospitality of New Orleans to everyday Brunch! Be sure to visit our Avondale, West Ashley location for breakfast and lunch!

Ruby Sunshine Cafe

Ruby Sunshine brings the unique flavors and hospitality to our all-day brunch using fresh and local ingredients and preparing food to order from our scratch kitchen.

Rutledge Cab Co.

Rutledge Cab Co-voted “Best American Restaurant” 2 years running and “Best Burger” by several media outlets. Guests love our all day/night menu including breakfast anytime.

Ryder Cup Bar at The Ocean Course

Casual clubhouse dining with seating indoor or outdoor on the porch overlooking The Ocean Course and the Atlantic Ocean.

Smoky Yolk

Smoky Yolk Cafe is home to the most spectacular brunch, Sunday Fun Day included! From hotcakes to fresh juice to smoked meats - we offer dishes for all, Old-Southern Style.

Southbound

Discover dry-aged meats, craft cocktails, uncommon wines, and rotating menu prepared on a wood-burning hearth within a historic Cannon Street home.

Southern Roots Smokehouse

Southern Roots Smokehouse offers melt in your mouth smoked brisket, pulled pork, smoked wings, and tasty appetizers. Live music every Friday, and event catering.

Spread Bagelry

With our wood oven at the center, Spread Bagelry blends a modern sensibility with old world craft—engaging the senses, welcoming people and anchoring the communities we serve.

Steel City Pizza - Mt. Pleasant

Steel City Pizza - Builders of Good Food! Offering pizza, pastas, cheesesteaks, sandwiches and desserts.

Ted's Butcherblock

A neighborhood butcher shop & cafe offering premium quality meats, seafood & charcuterie, award-winning sandwiches, prepared foods, wines & craft beer. Tues-Sat, 11am - 7pm.

The Alley

The Alley offers an experience unique to Charleston. In addition to 8 bowling lanes and arcade games, the space features a 150 seat restaurant, 40ft bar and event space.

The Daily

More than a coffee shop. An experience in quality and convenience. Our aim is to create world-class food, smoothies, and coffee sourced and served with responsibility & pride.

The Pass

Unapologetically interesting sandwiches, & heavy doses of Italian hospitality. Try the "Such a Nice Italian Boy". Call ahead for take out and catering needs!

The Rise Coffee Bar

Located on Wentworth Street, The Rise is an effortless, sip and stroll coffee shop that offers guests the finest selection of local coffees, teas, and homemade pastries.

The Tippling House

Housed in a beautifully restored, 19th Century Charleston home. The Tippling House is a wine bar offering world class wines paired with locally sourced, New American cuisine.

The Woodward Tavern

A spot for locals and travelers to enjoy good food, good drink and good company. We've got 10 TVs playing all kinds of games. We offer dinning room, bar and patio service.

Town Center Market

Located in the heart of Night Heron Park, offering fresh-baked goods, specialty coffees, gourmet sandwiches, a selection of groceries, beer/wine, & selection of retail items.

Ty's Roadside

Ty Neal and Chef Jonathan McArthur bring the fire with their brick oven and open-fire grill. Craveable American cuisine, 20 taps, full bar in this light and airy renovation!

Uptown Social

Iconic and lively location that includes a rooftop bar with classic design and festive atmosphere. Overflowing menu of drink specials, happy hours, pizza and more.

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