whether you're visiting for a week or a weekend, I've compiled all of my favorite places into one list. my family and I have watched the CHS food scene grow since we moved there in 2013 and I'm always so happy to share recs. from me to you :)
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Sections
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Seafood/Southern
Pizza/Italian
Wine Bars/Cocktail Bars
Mediterranean/Tapas
BBQ
Seafood/Southern
tip: you gotta try shrimp and grits at least once! it's a charleston staple
my favorite seafood joint!
167 Raw Oyster Bar
great oysters and pizza!
Wood & Grain
cute lil oyster place downtown
The Darling Oyster Bar
ok confession: i've never been here! but everyone raves about this place and it is so hard to get in sooo good luck. but it's a local fan favorite
Chubby Fish
fried chicken and oysters, what's better than that
Leon's
Pizza/Italian
my favorite places for zza and don't forget the salad
amazing pizzas and salads
EVO Pizzeria
former food truck turned brick and mortar shop, love their salads and they have GF crust available!
Coastal Crust
BEST GF pizza I've had maybe…ever? also next to their sister wine bar
Tutti Pizza
Wine Bars/Cocktail Bars
momma and I's favorite places to grab a glass
prioritizes sustainable wineries and love the selection, right next to their co-owned pizza shop
Graft Wine Shop & Wine Bar
french inspired, the cutest place on north king st
Felix
they have a “secret” basement cocktail bar and it feels literally like a speakeasy. my mom and I have only ever eaten or had a drink there not even in the main restaurant!
Brasserie La Banque
Mediterranean/Tapas
my favorite stops
Michelin star restaurant with amazing tapas
Malagón
BBQ
the best BBQ in CHS!
Michelin recommended
Lewis Barbecue
multiple locations, great options and the Game Changers are delicious but dangerous drinks!! be warned
