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Read More167 Raw
What started as a small seafood company has become one of Charleston’s most successful restaurants. This downtown establishment serves creative and exceptional seafood dishes within a fun, lively atmosphere. Expect a rotating list of oysters from the raw bar, plus...
Read More167 Raw Sushi Bar
The original restaurant in the 167 Raw franchise, 167 Sushi is 24-seat sushi bar that's great for fresh lunch or dinner of nigiri, sashimi and futomaki along with other favorites such as charred octopus and kimchi and crab fried rice....
Read MoreButcher & Bee
While not as conveniently located as other downtown lunch stops, the artisan sandwiches at this small spot are worth a pedicab ride. Catering to younger generations, Butcher & Bee is open late on weekends (until 3am).
Read MoreCallie’s Hot Little Biscuit
Long-established biscuit brand Callie’s Charleston Biscuits is behind this tiny storefront on King Street, serving flaky treats to eager patrons in the morning, throughout the day and well into the night. The menu features seven flavors (Buttermilk, Onion and Chive,...
Courtesy Chez NousRead MoreChez Nous
Spun from a romantic vision by the French owners of sister restaurant Bin 152, Chez Nous is an off-the-beaten-path restaurant that’s as charming as it is delicious. The friendly staff is happy to walk you through the daily hand-written menu...
Read MoreCru Café
Sit outside on the porch for lunch at this casual restaurant situated in an old single-family house. Offers include salads, wraps and sandwiches, and a specialty is the delicious shrimp BLT, a local favorite.
Read MoreEdmund’s Oast
This groundbreaking pub has become one of Charleston's hottest spots for foodies and beer enthusiasts alike. The uniquely styled eatery, which features a “meat-case” to house their charcuterie, is the place to go for modernized down-home cooking (think cornbread pudding,...
Photo by Jen Barr courtesy IndagareRead MoreFIG
Short for “Food Is Good,” this buzzing restaurant is a favorite among locals, and for good reason. The pioneering restaurant features ingredients from the greater Charleston area, served in exciting and thoughtful ways.
Read MoreFuel
This gas station turned funky Caribbean cantina is a laid-back retreat for the local set. The dog-friendly patio is the setting of many bocce games and boasts all the makings of a relaxed hangout for guests of all ages.
Read MoreGlazed Gourmet Doughnuts
Swing by Glazed for a sugar high unlike any you’ve ever experienced. Foodies know that a visit here is the only way to begin a Charleston stay. New, inspired flavors—curry, cheddar and Champagne are all frequent ingredients—are constantly being added...
Read Moregoat.sheep.cow north
The second location of the popular Charleston fromagerie, the new shop offers seating so its patrons can enjoy wine with select cheeses and charcuterie.
Read MoreGrocery
This farm-to-table restaurant, run by chef Kevin Johnson, features oysters, small bites and family-style dishes such as cassoulet and bouillabaisse.
Outside of Husk, in food-forward Charleston.Read MoreHusk
Situated in a 19th-century home, this elegant yet rustic restaurant serves exceptional high-end Southern cuisine. All ingredients must come from the American South in order to earn placement on the menu, resulting in the chefs creating new takes on tried-and-true...
Read MoreLe Farfalle
Charlestonians head to this airy and elegant downtown osteria for reliably delicious and innovative Italian fare, such as fresh, hand-rolled pasta.
Read MoreMixson Market
Hawking “quality provisions,” Mixson Market stocks an eclectic array of merchandise, from home goods and vintage cookbooks to gourmet goodies and spectacular artisanal sandwiches. The one-stop shop is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the terrace and neighboring bocce...
Read MoreR. Kitchen
R. Kitchen is one of Charleston’s best kept dining secrets, with two low-key locations (one downtown and another in West Ashley). Its farm-to-table approach means a different menu every night, and the chef describes each course as it comes out...
Courtesy Andy SebulkaRead MoreThe Ordinary
The team behind FIG celebrates Charleston’s coastal location in this seafood hall and oyster bar. Rooted in farm-to-table support of local fishermen and historical preservation of the old bank it resides in, this restaurant is as beautiful as it is...
Read MoreXiao Bao Biscuit
An ode to classic pan-Asian cuisine, Xiao Bao Biscuit features dishes from China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. Translated, the name says it all, Asian Soul Food.
