Best Restaurants in Folly Beach
Explore exceptional dining options in Folly Beach, Charleston SC
The Pineapple Hut
The Pineapple Hut is a casual little stand on Folly that does straight-up pineapple soft serve (they also do a pineapple and cherry swirl people rave about). It's tiny and sometimes closes briefly during the day, but if you love pineapple ice cream it's worth the wait.
Coconut Glen’s Folly Beach
Coconut Glen’s on Folly Beach is a casual ice cream truck/store serving coconut-based ice cream and other desserts that locals and visitors rave about. Reviews say the coconut ice cream is light, not overly sugary, and a must-try after a walk on the pier.
Folly Beach Booze Pops
Folly Beach Booze Pops is a casual spot that sells boozy ice pops — think frozen cocktails with a real kick. Locals and tourists stop by for the booze pops (they're pricey but packed with alcohol), so expect a fun, casual, slightly touristy experience.
Alfredo's On Folly
Alfredo's on Folly is a casual, no-frills Italian spot where people rave about the fresh pasta, chicken Alfredo, spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread and simple salads. Locals say it's so good they eat there multiple times on a trip — put down your phone and just eat.
Dead Low Cafe
Dead Low Café is a cozy, casual spot with a laid-back vibe where folks line up for solid coffee (their flat white gets a lot of praise) and simple breakfast/lunch items like sandwiches and açaí bowls. It’s the kind of neighborhood café you stop at before the beach or between errands.
Bert's Market
Bert's Market is a casual, crowded Folly Beach corner market and deli where you can grab sandwiches, wraps, chicken or a quick burger along with toiletries and drinks. Locals and vacationers swear by it — great for a no-frills breakfast or stocking up basics.
Lost Dog Cafe
Lost Dog Cafe is a casual, cozy spot on Folly Beach that's dog-friendly and gets busy on weekend mornings, but seats usually turn over fast. Folks rave about the shrimp and beef dishes and say it’s a laid-back place for a solid breakfast or lunch.
Chico Feo
Chico Feo is a casual spot locals love for cheap tacos, pork dishes, sesame noodle specials and cold drinks — it’s relaxed, has bar seating and often live music. People rave that it’s consistently good and worth the trip if you want easy, no-fuss street tacos.
Catch 23 Restaurant
Catch 23 is a laid-back, casual spot on Folly where you can grab shrimp, tuna dishes, chicken and big nachos without any fuss. Folks rave about easy group bookings (they handled our 9-top for the 4th) and say it's a solid lunch or dinner stop while visiting.
Revelry Brewing - Folly Beach
Revelry Brewing on Folly is a casual spot with its own beers, good music, and a laid-back vibe — people rave about the wings and the club sandwich. It’s the kind of hidden, off-main-place locals bring friends to (they share a menu with Bounty Bar and hosted wedding parties here too).
Folly Beach Community Center
Folly Beach Community Center is a casual, well-organized spot that hosts festivals and meetings — people rave about the bands, fried seafood and festival tacos at events. It’s a community hub where families hang out and locals attend meetings, not a sit-down restaurant.
Lowlife Bar
Lowlife Bar is a casual-but-upscale spot on Folly Beach where people go for shrimp sandwiches, fried chicken and a good order of fries. It’s a friendly, beachy bar vibe — great servers and bartenders, busy but consistently solid.
The Bounty Bar
The Bounty Bar is a casual, quiet spot on Folly where locals and visitors swing by for straightforward burgers, steak and fries. Folks rave about the beefy burgers and laid-back vibes — a good place to grab a low-key meal.
Woody's Pizza
Woody’s Pizza is a casual, beach-bar–style spot that locals hit for slices, pies, sandwiches and salads. People rave about the white pizza and decent prices—it's laid-back takeaway or sit-down pizza and drinks.
The Drop-In Bar & Deli
The Drop-In Bar & Deli is a cozy, casual spot where locals grab coffee, a club sandwich or tacos and sometimes stay for a beer. Expect diner-style comfort — solid chicken and salad options too — nothing fancy, just good, laid-back food.
Sand Dollar Social Club
Sand Dollar Social Club is a casual, slightly gritty beach watering hole with cheap beer, a 50s Love Shack vibe, and a friendly biker crowd. People rave about the club sandwich and say the bartenders (hi Erica) are super sweet, even if the place looks a little intimidating at first.
Rita's Seaside Grille
Rita’s Seaside Grille is a casual, lively spot on Folly right by the pier where folks go for shrimp, tuna, tacos and a solid burger. No reservations, family-friendly vibe — great for a simple Friday night or a holiday drop-in.
Roasted Coffee + Shop
Roasted Coffee + Shop is a casual, walk-up spot on Folly Beach where people grab coffee and muffins before hitting the pier. Locals say the coffee is consistently good and it's a relaxed place to pick up a snack or gift.
Loggerhead's Beach Grill
Loggerhead's is a casual, beachy bar-and-grill on Folly with a rooftop terrace where locals grab beers, sandwiches, fries, tacos or steak. The fresh catch-of-the-day often has a fun twist—good for a laid-back meal after the beach, not fine dining.
The Washout
The Washout is a casual, neighborhood seafood spot with indoor and outdoor seating where locals hang out. People rave about the lobster roll, the soups, and the fun, laid-back vibe.
Planet Follywood
Planet Follywood is a casual, cozy bar-and-grill on the Folly strip where locals go for wings, seafood and burgers and reasonably priced cocktails. It's the kind of laid-back spot you might stumble into on a Monday and end up staying for breakfast or another round.
Taco Boy Folly Beach
Taco Boy on Folly is a casual, lively spot where locals and visitors stop for tacos, shrimp and chicken dishes (and strong margaritas) after a day at the beach. It’s not fancy—just good, reliably tasty Mexican food and a fun bar atmosphere people keep coming back to.
Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar
Pier 101 on Folly is a casual, waterfront spot where folks go for bang bang shrimp, salmon bowls, fish tacos and a good bowl of soup. The atmosphere is relaxed and lively — great for a laid-back dinner or drinks by the pier.
Center Street Coffee
Center Street Coffee is a cozy, casual spot in Charleston known for rich coffee, pastries, and Israeli ice cream — locals call it the best kosher coffee in the area. It’s a friendly, laid-back cafe where people grab a latte and a pastry or shelter from the rain.
Slice of Folly
Slice of Folly is a casual, no-frills spot on Folly where people rave about hot cheese and pepperoni pizza by the slice and soft garlic breadsticks. Expect quick service, cheap prices, and the kind of friendly freebies that keep locals coming back.
Dolce Banana Cafe
Dolce Banana Cafe is a casual spot in Charleston where families pop in for ice cream, make-your-own creations, and sweet treats — people often mention the "melt" when talking favorites. It’s a laid-back dessert shop, kid-friendly and not fancy, good for a quick ice cream stop.
Folly Beach City Hall
This is actually Folly Beach City Hall — a government building, not a restaurant — but people post about grabbing shrimp and fried fish nearby and even mention burgers from food trucks out front. It's casual and not a dining spot itself, more of a handy landmark if you're hunting local seafood.
Folly Beach Municipal Court
This is actually the Folly Beach Municipal Court — a government building, not a restaurant — so don’t expect regular food service. Locals joke about courthouse coffee and the occasional meeting where someone brings fried chicken or pizza, but it’s a casual, official place, not a dining spot.