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Charleston
Husk is one of Charleston.

1. 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.

Hominy Grill is one of Charleston.

2. 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]

The Grocery is one of Charleston.

3. The Grocery

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

EaterEater: A great stop for drinks during happy hour (order the fried oysters, while they're still around) or a place to tuck in for an evening, with "table" entrees made to split between the entire party.

Butcher & Bee is one of Charleston.

4. 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]

Taco Boy is one of Charleston.

5. Taco Boy

8.8
217 Huger St (btwn Hanover St & Morrison Dr), Charleston, SC
Taco Restaurant · East Central · 107 tips and reviews

Examiner.comExaminer.com: A great location without the crowds. Use those legs and peddle your way down to Taco Boy to get 2 for 1 margaritas! Read more.

Poogan's Porch is one of Charleston.

6. Poogan's Porch

9.0
72 Queen St (at Meeting St), Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 226 tips and reviews

Sara T.Sara Tillett: Most amazing biscuits I've ever had and the duck was delicious!!

The Ordinary is one of Charleston.

7. The Ordinary

9.0
544 King St, Charleston, SC
Seafood Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 102 tips and reviews

Charleston Area CVBCharleston Area CVB: Oysters, Rosé, repeat. Oysters, Rosé, repeat. Named one of the best oyster bars in America (2014) by Travel + Leisure magazine.

Charleston Farmer's Market is one of Charleston.

8. Charleston Farmer's Market

8.9
Marion Square Park (Calhoun & King St), Charleston, SC
Farmers Market · Downtown Charleston · 43 tips and reviews
Waterfront Park is one of Charleston.

9. Waterfront Park

9.5
Concord St (at Vendue Range), Charleston, SC
Park · Downtown Charleston · 71 tips and reviews

ULI Rose CenterULI Rose Center: The City of Charleston built this 12-acre park along the harbor, replacing a blighted dock area, at a cost of $13.5M, using tax increment financing bonds, federal & county grants & private donations.

Pearlz Oyster Bar is one of Charleston.

10. Pearlz Oyster Bar

8.5
153 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Seafood Restaurant · French Quarter · 95 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The oyster shooters are the best oyster shooters in Charleston, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Charleston. Read more.

Cru Cafe is one of Charleston.

11. Cru Cafe

8.9
18 Pinckney St (btwn Anson & East Bay St.), Charleston, SC
Café · Downtown Charleston · 70 tips and reviews

Melissa R.Melissa Rosenthal: One of the best spots for food in charleston. The duck confit salad is exceptional and the truffle fries are out of this world.

Second State Coffee is one of Charleston.

12. Second State Coffee

8.9
70 1/2 Beaufain St (at King St), Charleston, SC
Coffee Shop · Harleston Village · 111 tips and reviews

Todd S.Todd Stepp: Get the affogato! Best I've ever had.

Saint Alban is one of Charleston.

13. Saint Alban

Charleston, SC
Coffee Shop · 5 tips and reviews

Brandon F.Brandon Froehlich: Any of their teas, coffee, or homemade sweets are bound to be fantastic!

The Daily is one of Charleston.

14. The Daily

8.8
652B King St, Charleston, SC
Café · Downtown Charleston · 21 tips and reviews
Burns Alley is one of Charleston.

15. Burns Alley

8.0
354 1/2 King St (Burn's Lane), Charleston, SC
Bar · Downtown Charleston · 15 tips and reviews

Emily G.Emily G: Tuesdays 2 dollar house liquor! Happy hour Monday through Friday till 730! 2 dollar natural and high life and 350 gran ma and fireball shots everyday! Tip your bartenders well

Palace Hotel is one of Charleston.

16. Palace Hotel

7.5
35 Hanover St (Hampden Court), Charleston, SC
Dive Bar · Downtown Charleston · 5 tips and reviews

Debbie T.Debbie Taylor: Not a lot good to say about this place. Waiter was friendly, food was typical bar food and took way too long to serve. I took my one time for the look-see and that will be it. Sorry Shep.

Warehouse is one of Charleston.

17. Warehouse

8.3
45 1/2 Spring St, Charleston, SC
Bar · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 33 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Warehouse is pouring beer, wine, coffee and some of the city's more affordable specialty cocktails alongside kicked-up bar food. The confit wings and homemade pork rinds have people talking.

Proof Bar is one of Charleston.

18. Proof Bar

7.4
437 King St (John Street), Charleston, SC
Bar · Downtown Charleston · 25 tips and reviews

Ryan S.Ryan Sirak: Amazing drinks and beers. Love the Dark n Stormy.

Belmont is one of Charleston.

19. Belmont

8.6
511 King St, Charleston, SC
Whisky Bar · Radcliffeborough · 46 tips and reviews

Sara H.Sara Hosch: One of the best French 75s in town!!

Slightly North of Broad is one of Charleston.

20. Slightly North of Broad

9.0
192 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · French Quarter · 99 tips and reviews

Emily Marie C.Emily Marie Carroll: Shrimp & Grits are to die for. They're also Gluten-Free friendly. Creme Brulee is amazing. Emily the server was awesome. Definitely a great Southern kitchen treat.

The Gin Joint is one of Charleston.

21. The Gin Joint

8.4
182 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Cocktail Bar · French Quarter · 96 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The cocktails here are legit with a dedication to make everything just so, including a special ice machine, locally sourced ingredients and housemade syrups. Read more.

The Macintosh is one of Charleston.

22. The Macintosh

479B King St (att Ann St), Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Radcliffeborough · 66 tips and reviews
Magnolias is one of Charleston.

23. Magnolias

9.1
185 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · French Quarter · 134 tips and reviews
Amen Street is one of Charleston.

24. Amen Street

8.4
205 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 89 tips and reviews
FIG is one of Charleston.

25. FIG

9.1
232 Meeting St (at Hasell St), Charleston, SC
New American Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 103 tips and reviews
McCrady's is one of Charleston.

26. McCrady's

8.6
2 Unity Aly, Charleston, SC
New American Restaurant · French Quarter · 56 tips and reviews
Stars Rooftop is one of Charleston.

27. Stars Rooftop

8.2
495 King St (btwn Morris & Radcliffe St), Charleston, SC
Cocktail Bar · Radcliffeborough · 47 tips and reviews
The Rooftop Bar at Vendue is one of Charleston.

28. The Rooftop Bar at Vendue

8.1
19 Vendue Range (at E Bay St), Charleston, SC
Restaurant · French Quarter · 92 tips and reviews
Peninsula Grill is one of Charleston.

29. Peninsula Grill

8.6
112 N Market St, Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 47 tips and reviews
Prohibition is one of Charleston.

30. Prohibition

8.3
547 King St, Charleston, SC
Cocktail Bar · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 57 tips and reviews
Minero is one of Charleston.

31. Minero

155 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Mexican Restaurant · French Quarter · 38 tips and reviews
Blind Tiger Pub is one of Charleston.

32. Blind Tiger Pub

36 & 38 Broad St (btw Church St and East Bay St), Charleston, SC
Pub · French Quarter · 68 tips and reviews

Men's Health MagMen's Health Mag: The circa-1801 building started life as a bank and today is home to one of the funkiest outdoor drinking spaces in the country. This is what drinking during the Reconstruction Era must have felt like. Read more.

33. Closed For Business

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

The Wall Street JournalThe Wall Street Journal: The industrial-eclectic bar has more than 40 beers on tap, and unlike many drinking spots in town, it isn't packed with college kids. Read more.

The Cocktail Club is one of Charleston.

34. The Cocktail Club

8.3
479 King St (at Ann St), Charleston, SC
Cocktail Bar · Radcliffeborough · 48 tips and reviews

Dee O.Dee O'Neill: Half off wine and punch bowls Sunday with live music late night.

Blossom is one of Charleston.

35. Blossom

7.9
171 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Seafood Restaurant · French Quarter · 47 tips and reviews

Jack S.Jack Siegel: Get soft shell crabs while they are in season. They ARE the food of the Gods and amazing here.

Two Boroughs Larder is one of Charleston.

36. Two Boroughs Larder

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

harryhharryh: Super hipster. Would be at home in Williamsburg. You can't miss with the menu though. Just go with it.

37. Basil

460 King St (Ann St), Charleston, SC
Thai Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 65 tips and reviews

Jonathan I.Jonathan Ingram: Best Thai food in the area. Read more.

38. Mission Yoga

7.8
125 Spring St, Charleston, SC
Yoga Studio · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 1 tip

Ranu R.Ranu Rajkarnikar: Great small studio with a nice variety of classes. Teachers are great and $15 drop in classes include mat and equipment. Love the warm flow classes!

39. Blue Turtle Yoga

wentworth (between king and meeting), Charleston, SC
Yoga Studio · Downtown Charleston · 1 tip
COR Pilates is one of Charleston.

40. COR Pilates

334 E Bay St (East Bay St.), Charleston, SC
Gym and Studio · Downtown Charleston · No tips or reviews
Earthling Day Spa & Pilates is one of Charleston.

41. Earthling Day Spa & Pilates

7.7
245 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Spa · Downtown Charleston · 2 tips and reviews
Pure Barre is one of Charleston.

42. Pure Barre

6.9
919 Houston Northcutt Blvd (Johnnie Dodds Blvd), Mt. Pleasant, SC
Gym · 1 tip
Barre Evolution (Charleston) is one of Charleston.

43. Barre Evolution (Charleston)

70 Folly Road Blvd, Charleston, SC
Gym and Studio · South Windemere · 1 tip
Barre Evolution is one of Charleston.

44. Barre Evolution

320 W Coleman Blvd Ste B, Mt. Pleasant, SC
Gym and Studio · 3 tips and reviews
The Royal American is one of Charleston.

45. The Royal American

9.1
970 Morrison Dr, Charleston, SC
Bar · Downtown Charleston · 37 tips and reviews

Shea D.Shea Donahue: RUM PUNCH TO THE FACE!!!!

Callie's Hot Little Biscuit is one of Charleston.

46. Callie's Hot Little Biscuit

8.8
476 1/2 King St (Between Mary & Ann Street), Charleston, SC
Breakfast Spot · Downtown Charleston · 70 tips and reviews

GQ MagazineGQ Magazine: Callie’s Black Pepper Bacon Biscuits are the manifestation of the New American Dream—insofar as you get soft, flaky black-pepper-bacon biscuits, chewy and salty and addictive. Read more.

Bin 152 is one of Charleston.

47. Bin 152

9.2
152 King St (at Queen St.), Charleston, SC
Wine Bar · Downtown Charleston · 36 tips and reviews

CHARLIECHARLIE: Get the taleggio- amazing cheese that will please everyone. Check out the art work, rotating between local artists every few weeks. Like the chair you're sitting in? It's for sale. Everything is. Read more.

WildFlour Bakery is one of Charleston.

48. WildFlour Bakery

73 Spring St, Charleston, SC
Bakery · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 23 tips and reviews

Rachel B.Rachel Bindel: This place is amazing! A must go to. Definitely go on a Sunday and order a sticky bun (only available Sunday's)!! The staff is amazing and they have a lovely patio to sit on. Parking is behind back.

Angel Oak Tree is one of Charleston.

49. Angel Oak Tree

8.7
3688 Angel Oak Rd, Johns Island, SC
Tree · 59 tips and reviews

Charleston Parks ConservancyCharleston Parks Conservancy: The Angel Oak is thought to be one of the oldest living things east of the Mississippi River, so make sure not to climb on it or carve it...we want future generations to enjoy it as well!

Xiao Bao Biscuit is one of Charleston.

50. Xiao Bao Biscuit

9.0
224 Rutledge Ave, Charleston, SC
Vietnamese Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 57 tips and reviews

EaterEater: It can be a quick stop for lunch, a place to meet for cocktails or a family-style meal. The menu pulls inspiration from China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. [Eater 18 Member]

Charleston City Market is one of Charleston.

51. Charleston City Market

8.0
188 Meeting St (at Market St), Charleston, SC
Market · Downtown Charleston · 113 tips and reviews

LaTanya B.LaTanya B. 🌍💥👙👩‍👧🙏🏾🇺🇸🇧🇸🍫🌊🎾🎸✈️: AWESOME wares and handicrafts from local Charlestonians and Gullah/Geechee folk. Bring cash and walk all the way through to the end. SLOWLY. And smile; if you're nice, the vendors are quite generous.

The Battery is one of Charleston.

52. The Battery

9.4
East Battery (Murray Blvd), Charleston, SC
Scenic Lookout · Charlestowne · 57 tips and reviews

Charleston Parks ConservancyCharleston Parks Conservancy: Come look at the spectacular views Fort Sumpter and the Charleston Harbor!

Edmund's Oast is one of Charleston.

53. Edmund's Oast

9.3
1081 Morrison Dr, Charleston, SC
Gastropub · East Central · 67 tips and reviews

CNNCNN: The craft beer program is unparalleled in South Carolina, with 40-odd beers on tap, including a handful made in-house, and over 30 bottled options., and the cocktail program is relentlessly ambitious. Read more.

54. Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

9.3
501 King St Ste A, Charleston, SC
Ice Cream Parlor · Radcliffeborough · 48 tips and reviews

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: Interesting ice cream flavors. Really good. Honey almond milk chocolate

Pure Barre Market Street is one of Charleston.

55. Pure Barre Market Street

7.8
164 Market St Unit C (Archdale Street), Charleston, SC
Gym · Harleston Village · 2 tips and reviews
Glazed Gourmet Doughnuts is one of Charleston.

56. Glazed Gourmet Doughnuts

8.6
481 King St, Charleston, SC
Donut Shop · Radcliffeborough · 51 tips and reviews
The Commodore is one of Charleston.

57. The Commodore

8.1
504 Meeting St, Charleston, SC
Cocktail Bar · 2 tips and reviews
Toast is one of Charleston.

58. Toast

7.5
155 Meeting St (at Cumberland St), Charleston, SC
Breakfast Spot · Downtown Charleston · 140 tips and reviews
Dixie Supply Bakery and Cafe is one of Charleston.

59. Dixie Supply Bakery and Cafe

62 State St (at Linguard St), Charleston, SC
Café · Downtown Charleston · 41 tips and reviews
Kaminsky's is one of Charleston.

60. Kaminsky's

8.2
78 N Market St, Charleston, SC
Coffee Shop · Downtown Charleston · 88 tips and reviews
Ms. Rose's Fine Food & Cocktails is one of Charleston.

61. Ms. Rose's Fine Food & Cocktails

8.1
1090 Sam Rittenberg Blvd (at Gamecock Ave), Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · west of the Ashley · 44 tips and reviews

62. Velocity Cycling

140 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Sports and Recreation · French Quarter · No tips or reviews
The Charleston Museum is one of Charleston.

63. The Charleston Museum

8.1
360 Meeting St (at John Street), Charleston, SC
History Museum · Downtown Charleston · 22 tips and reviews
Old Slave Mart Museum is one of Charleston.

64. Old Slave Mart Museum

6.8
6 Chalmers St, Charleston, SC
History Museum · French Quarter · 18 tips and reviews
Gibbes Museum Of Art is one of Charleston.

65. Gibbes Museum Of Art

7.8
135 Meeting St, Charleston, SC
Art Museum · Downtown Charleston · 12 tips and reviews
Fort Sumter National Monument is one of Charleston.

66. Fort Sumter National Monument

8.9
1214 Middle St, Sullivans Island, SC
Historic and Protected Site · 42 tips and reviews
Fort Moultrie is one of Charleston.

67. Fort Moultrie

8.9
1214 Middle St, Sullivans Island, SC
Monument · 19 tips and reviews
39 Rue de Jean is one of Charleston.

68. 39 Rue de Jean

7.4
39 John St, Charleston, SC
French Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 79 tips and reviews
Virginia's on King is one of Charleston.

69. Virginia's on King

7.6
412 King St, Charleston, SC
Southern Food Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 45 tips and reviews
Trio Lounge is one of Charleston.

70. Trio Lounge

7.6
139 Calhoun St (Btw King St. & Meeting St.), Charleston, SC
Night Club · Downtown Charleston · 4 tips and reviews
Little Jack's Tavern is one of Charleston.

71. Little Jack's Tavern

8.5
710 King St, Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 13 tips and reviews
5 Church Charleston is one of Charleston.

72. 5 Church Charleston

7.7
32 N Market St Ste B, Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 24 tips and reviews
Leon's Oyster Shop is one of Charleston.

73. Leon's Oyster Shop

9.3
698 King St, Charleston, SC
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 83 tips and reviews
167 Raw is one of Charleston.

74. 167 Raw

9.3
289 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 65 tips and reviews
Halls Chophouse is one of Charleston.

75. Halls Chophouse

9.3
434 King St (at John St), Charleston, SC
Steakhouse · Downtown Charleston · 136 tips and reviews
the Taco Spot is one of Charleston.

76. the Taco Spot

212 1/2 Coming St, Charleston, SC
Taco Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 4 tips and reviews
Five Loaves Cafe is one of Charleston.

77. Five Loaves Cafe

43 Cannon St (Coming St), Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 49 tips and reviews
FUEL Charleston is one of Charleston.

78. FUEL Charleston

7.9
211 Rutledge Ave (Cannon St.), Charleston, SC
Caribbean Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 74 tips and reviews
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina is one of Charleston.

79. Mex 1 Coastal Cantina

8.6
817 Saint Andrews Blvd, Charleston, SC
Mexican Restaurant · west of the Ashley · 44 tips and reviews
Crooked Crown is one of Charleston.

80. Crooked Crown

21 Spring Street (King Street), Charleston, SC
Mexican Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 1 tip
Earth Fare is one of Charleston.

81. Earth Fare

8.3
74 Folly Road Blvd (Windermere Blvd), Charleston, SC
Health Food Store · South Windemere · 42 tips and reviews
Three Little Birds Cafe is one of Charleston.

82. Three Little Birds Cafe

7.3
65 Windermere Blvd, Charleston, SC
Breakfast Spot · South Windemere · 32 tips and reviews
The Spectator Hotel is one of Charleston.

83. The Spectator Hotel

8.9
67 State St, Charleston, SC
Hotel · Downtown Charleston · 5 tips and reviews

Jessica M.Jessica M.: Perfect hotel experience. Don't miss the butler's reception from 4-5 pm every day at the hotel bar.

Firefly Distillery is one of Charleston.

84. Firefly Distillery

8.3
6775 Bears Bluff Rd, Wadmalaw Island, SC
Cocktail Bar · 24 tips and reviews

WannaSee I.WannaSee ItAll: $ 6 dollars for 6 samples out 10 choices, make sure to try the lemonade vodka, very good and they only sell it there, so pick up a bottle before leaving. Great country layback setting, I could of rest

Charleston Distilling is one of Charleston.

85. Charleston Distilling

7.9
501 King St, Charleston, SC
Distillery · Radcliffeborough · 12 tips and reviews

Jessica J.Jessica Jones: A peak at the inside of the gorgeous and rustic Charleston Distilling Company!

Mash is one of Charleston.

86. Mash

7.4
701 E Bay St, Charleston, SC
Cocktail Bar · 2 tips and reviews

Jessica L.Jessica Lewis: Great drinks and fun atmosphere! Try the Jell-O shots!

Belmont is one of Charleston.

87. Belmont

8.6
511 King St, Charleston, SC
Whisky Bar · Radcliffeborough · 46 tips and reviews
The Darling Oyster Bar is one of Charleston.

88. The Darling Oyster Bar

9.0
513 King St, Charleston, SC
Seafood Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 29 tips and reviews

Alexandria K.Alexandria Kathryn: $1 dollar raw oysters during happy hour!

The Rarebit is one of Charleston.

89. The Rarebit

8.1
474 King St (Mary St), Charleston, SC
Cocktail Bar · Downtown Charleston · 73 tips and reviews

Jillian P.Jillian Patton: If you come here and don't order a Moscow Mule, God kills a puppy. Just do it. Trust me. Think of the puppies.

Pancito & Lefty is one of Charleston.

90. Pancito & Lefty

708 King St #1, Charleston, SC
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 1 tip

Lynn M.Lynn Moore: Great beer, wine, mezcal and margueritas! Food is all great - guacamole is a must. Tacos are also great.

Lewis BBQ is one of Charleston.

91. Lewis BBQ

9.4
464 N Nassau St, Charleston, SC
BBQ Joint · East Central · 56 tips and reviews

Adam M.Adam McCue: Brisket is the best I've ever had in my life