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The Royal American

The Royal American

Downtown/Upper King Street
Charleston Eats: 8.1
Google:
4.5
(1,015 reviews)

Cozy, low-key bar & concert venue featuring local & regional musicians, plus hearty pub grub.

Quick Facts

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Hours

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

$
inexpensive
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Location

Downtown/Upper King Street
Charleston district
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Cuisine

American
Lowcountry dining

About

Cozy, low-key bar & concert venue featuring local & regional musicians, plus hearty pub grub.

— Google Editorial Summary

Laid-back spot with burgers and fried fare, plus live music and a porch.

— Google AI Overview

The Royal American is a casual bar-and-grill that’s loud and fun — people rave about the wings, fries, chicken and even the soups and salads. It’s the kind of neighborhood spot you go to for good comfort food and a night out, not a fancy dinner.

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Reviews

Charleston Eats:8.1
Google:
4.5
(1,015 reviews)

Recent Reviews

Rowan McLaughlin
3 months ago

This place has such good food. I am constantly on the search to find a mind-blowing french onion soup and this place achieved that. Only $8 to have yo...

Nina Cash
11 months ago

Finally came to this spot not on a weekend and when it wasn’t super crowded. We ordered from the bar and found a booth to sit at and enjoy our Guinnes...

Reviews last updated: 9/14/2025

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970 Morrison Dr
(843) 817-6925
970 Morrison Dr
Charleston, SC 29403