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| McCrady’s |
2 Unity Alley |
843.577.0025 |
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Sophisticated food and atmosphere is yours in this award-winning restaurant.
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| Charleston Grill |
224 King Street |
843.577.4522 |
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This star of Charleston Place features a lovely dining room and fantastic jazz.
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| Peninsula Grill |
112 North Market Street |
843.577.4522 |
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Who can go wrong in a Relais and Chateau restaurant?
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| Fulton Five |
5 Fulton Street |
843.853.5555 |
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Romantic and delicious piece of Italy in downtown Charleston.
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| Oak Steakhouse |
17 Broad Street |
843.722-4220 |
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Top of the line steakhouse with all you expect and more.
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| Grill 225 |
225 East Bay Street |
843.266-4222 |
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Beautiful dining room featuring Continental cuisine. Fantastic Rooftop Bar.
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| Cypress |
167 East Bay Street |
843.727-0111 |
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Two stories; modern décor in old warehouse; beautiful bar.
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UPSCALE:
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| Slightly North of Broad |
192 East Bay Street |
843.723.3424 |
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Food wonderfully eclectic and beautifully prepared in their “Southern Maverick Kitchen”.
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| Carolina’s |
10 Exchange Street |
843.724.3800 |
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This stylish landmark serves local seafood and produce from their own gardens.
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| High Cotton |
199 East Bay Street |
843.724.3815 |
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All one would expect in an elegant southern restaurant; lovely Sunday brunch.
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| Magnolia’s |
185 East Bay Street |
843.577-7771 |
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Another local institution favored by locals and tourists alike.
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CASUAL:
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| Lana Restaurant and Bar |
210 Rutledge Avenue |
843.720.8899 |
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Locals meet to enjoy drinks at the small bar and Mediterranean fare in cozy booths.
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| Fish |
442 King Street |
843.722.3474 |
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Excellent seafood served in the dining room, on the piazza, or in the courtyard.
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| Pearlz |
153 East Bay Street |
843.573.2277 |
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Seafood and oyster bar par excellence.
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| Hank’s |
10 Hayne Street |
843.723.3474 |
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Classic seafood in a wonderfully nostalgic space; community table available.
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| Trattoria Lucca |
41 Bogard Street |
843.973-3323 |
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Acclaimed chef-owner. Up-scale food in a cozy, casual atmosphere.
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| Il Cortile del Re |
193 King Street |
843.853-1888 |
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Italian wine and food served in a delightful historic courtyard and carriage house.
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| Basil |
460 King Street |
843.724-3490 |
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Delicious Thai offerings enjoyed in a vibrant atmosphere.
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| 39 Rue de Jean |
39 John Street |
843.722-8881 |
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More French than Paris; typical brasserie specialties and atypical offering of fine sushi.
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| Pane and Vino |
17 Warren Street |
843.853-5955 |
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Trattoria-style restaurant with focus on Tuscany.
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| Raval |
453 King Street |
843.853-8466 |
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True tapas bar with large wine list; very creative small plates.
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| Fleet Landing |
186 Concord Street |
843.722-8100 |
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Conventional Southern seafood and spectacular views of the harbor.
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| La Forchette |
432 King Street |
843.722-6261 |
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French Bistro with unbelievably good duck-fat fries.
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| Fig |
232 Meeting Street |
843.805-5900 |
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Superlative food in an easy and casual atmosphere.
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SUPER CASUAL AND OFTEN LIVELY:
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Gaulart & Maliclet
(Fast & French) |
98 Broad Street |
843.577-9797 |
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So beloved by locals that a large new judicial center had to be constructed around it!
Simple French fare. Great fondue on Thursday nights.
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| Five Loaves Café |
43 Cannon Street |
843.937.4303 |
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Gourmet house-made soups, sandwiches and salads that are way above the ordinary.
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| Monza |
45 King Street |
843.720.8787 |
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Wonderful salads; creative thin-crust pizzas in a pretty space.
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| Jack’s Café |
41 George Street |
843.723.5237 |
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This is the place for a great American hamburger and chocolate shake. Open until 3:00 pm only.
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| Blind Tiger Pub Kitchen |
38 Broad Street |
843.588.0088 |
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Surprisingly good food in a pub-style setting; al fresco dining in their large courtyard.
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| Andolini’s |
82 Wentworth Street |
843.722.7437 |
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Funky pizza place with truly authentic pies, long a local favorite.
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| Vickery’s Bar & Grill |
15 Beaufain Street |
843.577.3300 |
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Food with a Cuban twist. Great bar and al fresco dining.
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| Jestine’s Kitchen |
251 Meeting Street |
843.722.7274 |
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Old-fashioned Southern cooking; recipes from their family cook.
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WORTH THE DRIVE • FOLLY BEACH:
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| Taco Boy |
15 Center Street |
843-588-9761 |
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Superior Mexican fare; all fresh ingredients in a wonderful atmosphere.
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| The Lost Dog Café |
106 W. Huron Avenue |
843-588-9669 |
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Great food in an old beach house. Creative breakfast.
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WORTH THE DRIVE • JAMES ISLAND:
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| Mondo’s Delight |
915 Folly Road |
795-8400 |
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House-made Italian specialties in a casual atmosphere.
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| The Mustard Seed |
1978 Maybank Highway |
843-762-0072 |
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Creative vegetarian; chicken and seafood dishes as well.
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| Bowen’s Island |
1870 Bowens Island Road
Off Folly Rd., just before Folly Beach |
843-795-2757 |
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Iconic southern down and dirty seafood and oyster shack on the river.
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WORTH THE DRIVE • JOHNS ISLAND:
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| Fat Hen |
3140 Maybank Highway |
843-559-9090 |
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Classical French with a Lowcountry twist.
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Stono Market
& Tomato Shed Café |
842 Main Road |
843-555-9999 |
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Lunch only. Must get tomato pie.
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| Rosebank Farms Café |
1886 Andell Bluff Blvd.
at Bohicket Marina Village |
843-768-1807 |
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Sophisticated Lowcountry eating.
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WORTH THE DRIVE • MT. PLEASANT:
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| Boulevard Diner |
409 Coleman Boulevard |
843-216-2611 |
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Delicious American cooking.
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| Samos Taverna |
819 Coleman Boulevard |
843-856-5055 |
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Fantastic Greek food served in a beautiful, clean space. Charming outdoor bar.
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WORTH THE DRIVE • WEST ASHLEY:
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| Al di La |
25 Magnolia Road |
843-571-2312 |
$$$ |
Delicious Northern Italian cuisine in a casual, fun atmosphere. Alfresco dining available.
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| Voo Doo Lounge |
15 Magnolia Road |
843-769-0228 |
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Funky lounge featuring drinks and small plates.
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Harborview Restaurant
& Lounge |
301 Savannah Hwy. |
843-556-7100 |
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Fabulous views of the city and Ashley River. Order drinks only!
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| Blue Rose Café |
652 St. Andrews Boulevard |
843-225-2583 |
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Irish cooking that satisfies.
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