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The Tavern at Rainbow Row

The Tavern at Rainbow Row

Downtown/French Quarter
Charleston Eats: 7.5
Google:
4.4
(151 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/French Quarter
Charleston district
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Cuisine

American
Lowcountry dining

About

Retail establishment brimming with rare bottles alongside beer and wine.

— Google AI Overview

Tucked into historic Rainbow Row, The Tavern at Rainbow Row is a casual, old-school spot known as America’s oldest liquor store/tavern with plenty of haunted-story charm. People rave about the oysters and crab cakes, and it’s more bar-with-snacks than fine dining.

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Reviews

Charleston Eats:7.5
Google:
4.4
(151 reviews)

Recent Reviews

Kevin Thompson
2 months ago

The oldest tavern in the United States this place has it all; history and haunted tales. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Located at the along the...

Monica Foley
10 months ago

What a great shop! We loved the history of it being the oldest liquor store in America. Pretty cool. This Champaign bottle on the mantle of the firepl...

Reviews last updated: 9/14/2025

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120 E Bay St
Charleston, SC 29401