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Best Restaurants in Charleston, SC

Rebel Taqueria

Food Truck

1809 Reynolds Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
(843) 619-0104

Modern taco spot and Mexican food truck serving authentic tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and fusion flavors.

⭐ 4.9 ✅ Verified 🔥 Featured

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Taste of the Islands

Food Truck

630 Skylark Dr Ste A, Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 737-5681

Authentic Jamaican and Caribbean cuisine featuring jerk chicken, curry goat, seafood, and island comfort food.

⭐ 4.9 ✅ Verified 🔥 Featured

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Dashi

Food Truck

1262 Remount Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 920-6314

Popular Asian-Latin fusion food truck and restaurant serving ramen, tacos, rice bowls, and late-night fusion street food.

⭐ 4.8 ✅ Verified 🔥 Featured

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Halls Chophouse

restaurant

434 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
843-727-0090

High-end Charleston steakhouse known for exceptional service and gospel brunch.

⭐ 4.8 🔥 Featured

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Lewis Barbecue Charleston

restaurant

464 N Nassau St, Charleston, SC 29403
843-805-9515

Texas-style barbecue restaurant known for brisket, smoked meats, and casual dining.

⭐ 4.8 🔥 Featured

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Second State Coffee

cafe

70.5 Beaufain St, Charleston, SC 29401
843-737-4780

Minimalist coffee shop known for specialty coffee and a calm focused environment in downtown Charleston.

⭐ 4.8 🔥 Featured

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Magnolias

restaurant

185 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401
843-577-7771

Classic upscale Charleston restaurant specializing in refined Southern cuisine.

⭐ 4.7 🔥 Featured

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babas on cannon

cafe

11 Cannon St, Charleston, SC 29403
843-284-6260

European-inspired neighborhood cafe with coffee, pastries, and a cozy quiet atmosphere for relaxing afternoons.

⭐ 4.7 🔥 Featured

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The Hidden House - Charleston

cafe

21 Burns Ln, Charleston, SC 29401
843-278-5110

Quiet hidden cafe and wine bar designed for reflection, conversation, and peaceful lounging near King Street.

⭐ 4.7 🔥 Featured

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The Harbinger Cafe & Bakery

cafe

1107 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
843-637-3410

Neighborhood bakery and cafe with a cozy wood interior, specialty coffee, and a quiet local atmosphere.

⭐ 4.7 🔥 Featured

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Vern's

restaurant

41 Bogard St, Charleston, SC 29403
843-508-8123

Neighborhood bistro serving refined Modern American cuisine in Charleston.

⭐ 4.7 🔥 Featured

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167 Raw Oyster Bar

restaurant

193 King St, Charleston, SC 29401
843-579-4997

Lively Charleston seafood spot known for fresh oysters, seafood, and lobster rolls.

⭐ 4.7 🔥 Featured

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Hank's Seafood Restaurant

restaurant

10 Hayne St, Charleston, SC 29401
843-723-3474

High-end Charleston seafood restaurant in a classic downtown setting.

⭐ 4.7 🔥 Featured

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FIG

restaurant

232 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401
843-805-5900

Legendary downtown Charleston restaurant focused on seasonal Lowcountry ingredients.

⭐ 4.7 🔥 Featured

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Harken Cafe

cafe

62 Queen St, Charleston, SC 29401
843-718-3626

Dreamy cottagecore-inspired cafe in the French Quarter known for soft lighting, pastries, and a calm atmosphere.

⭐ 4.6 🔥 Featured

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Kudu - Coffee, Craft Beer & Wine

cafe

4 Vanderhorst St, Charleston, SC 29403
843-853-3086

Beloved Charleston coffeehouse with a peaceful courtyard, craft drinks, and a laid-back neighborhood feel.

⭐ 4.6 🔥 Featured

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The Ordinary

restaurant

544 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
843-414-7060

Upscale oyster hall and seafood brasserie in a converted historic bank.

⭐ 4.6 🔥 Featured

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82 Queen

restaurant

82 Queen St, Charleston, SC 29401
843-723-7591

Charleston restaurant known for its garden courtyard and iconic She-Crab soup.

⭐ 4.5 🔥 Featured

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Leon's Oyster Shop

restaurant

698 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
843-531-6500

Casual Charleston favorite serving fried chicken, oysters, and seafood.

⭐ 4.5 🔥 Featured

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The Black Door Cafe

cafe

115 Meeting St #174, Charleston, SC 29401
843-577-2400

Cozy hotel-adjacent cafe inside The Mills House Hotel with comfortable seating and a relaxed atmosphere ideal for coffee breaks an...

⭐ 4.4 🔥 Featured

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Clerks Coffee Company

cafe

181 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401
843-414-1676

Stylish hotel cafe inside Hotel Emeline offering cozy corners, coffee, and relaxed seating in downtown Charleston.

⭐ 4.3 🔥 Featured

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Anson Restaurant

restaurant

12 Anson St.
(843)577-0551

Celebrated for almost three decades... In its thoughtful approach to local ingredients, Anson Restaurant, has always taken the be...

⭐ 5.0

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Bay Street Biergarten

restaurant

549 East Bay Street
(843) 266-2437

Big (i.e. Bier) things are happening on the corner of East Bay and Chapel in Charleston, SC! Taps at your table and craft beer alw...

⭐ 5.0

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Bakehouse Charleston

restaurant

160 East Bay Street
(843) 577-2180

Relaxed spot for custom-bean coffee drinks & craft beers paired with sweet & savory baked goods.

⭐ 5.0

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