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Charleston Eats 10 Best

The highest-rated restaurants across Charleston, ranked by our comprehensive scoring system

Charleston Eats curated •

Our Top Picks

10 restaurants
Hyman's Seafood
Downtown

Hyman's Seafood

Vast seafood spot & deli spread over most of a city block in buildings that date back to the 1890s.

Charleston Eats: 8.4
Google: 4.9/5
Lowcountry dining
Grace & Grit
Mount Pleasant

Grace & Grit

Creatively flavored grits accompany the surf 'n' turf at this area-sourced Southern specialist.

Charleston Eats: 8.3
Google: 4.7/5
Lowcountry dining
Wild Olive Restaurant - Johns Island, SC
Johns Island

Wild Olive Restaurant - Johns Island, SC

Rustic-chic dining with a simple menu of artisanal Italian dishes & a sizable wine list.

Charleston Eats: 8.3
Google: 4.7/5
Lowcountry dining
Halls Chophouse
Downtown

Halls Chophouse

Sizable cuts of beef & seafood served in elegant surrounds, also known for its Sunday gospel brunch.

Charleston Eats: 8.3
Google: 4.8/5
Lowcountry dining
The Charleston Pour House
James Island

The Charleston Pour House

Crowds gather for live shows by touring bands at this popular, no-frills concert hall & tavern.

Charleston Eats: 8.3
Google: 4.7/5
Lowcountry dining
The Grit Counter - North Charleston
North Charleston

The Grit Counter - North Charleston

Homestyle grits bowls and other breakfast eats like waffles and biscuits.

Charleston Eats: 8.3
Google: 4.7/5
Lowcountry dining
Chico Feo
Folly Beach

Chico Feo

Funky outdoor cafe with live music & a festive vibe serving diverse eats, from tacos to sandwiches.

Charleston Eats: 8.3
Google: 4.7/5
Lowcountry dining
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Downtown

High Cotton Charleston Restaurant

Spacious, refined eatery featuring Lowcountry fare cooked using ingredients from nearby farms.

Charleston Eats: 8.3
Google: 4.7/5
Lowcountry dining
Hank's Seafood Restaurant
Downtown

Hank's Seafood Restaurant

Bustling eatery & bar serving up seafood, including raw-bar items, in a grand, classic setting.

Charleston Eats: 8.3
Google: 4.7/5
Lowcountry dining
Station 21 - Public Beach Access, Sullivan's Island
Sullivan's Island

Station 21 - Public Beach Access, Sullivan's Island

Kid-friendly beach marked by soft sand and gentle waves, as well as rolling dunes covered with vegetation.

Charleston Eats: 8.3
Google: 4.7/5
Lowcountry dining