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City Lights Eastside

City Lights Eastside

Downtown/Upper King Street
Charleston Eats: 7.8
Google:
4.9
(130 reviews)

Quick Facts

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Hours

Open now
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Price

Price varies
pricing varies
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Location

Downtown/Upper King Street
Charleston district
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Cuisine

American
Lowcountry dining

About

Casual, cozy spot, cafe or coffee shop featuring espresso drinks, pastries, pastries, breakfast and lunch fare alongside beer and wine.

— Google AI Overview

City Lights Eastside is a casual, eclectic coffee shop on the east side where locals go for good coffee, sandwiches and South African-style hand pies like Guinness & beef and pepper steak. It’s small and laid-back — a new favorite spot if you want coffee and hearty snacky food.

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Reviews

Charleston Eats:7.8
Google:
4.9
(130 reviews)

Recent Reviews

Ike Fleetwood
6 months ago

Delicious small bites and a great addition to that side of town! The owner is South African which shows thru in their menu selections on sandwiches ...

Debbie Patterson
9 months ago

This is one of the most eclectic and beautiful coffee shops that I have ever been in. The entire shop plus the patio exudes love and talent from the g...

Reviews last updated: 9/14/2025

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