Charleston Guidebook
Food Scene
The Establishment
28 Broad StAmazing food, swanky setting, and killer cocktails!
Incredible food, possibly the best in the city. High end atmosphere. Definitely book reservations in advance
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FIG
232 Meeting StIncredible food, possibly the best in the city. High end atmosphere. Definitely book reservations in advance
Halls Chophouse
434 King StBest steak in town. Incredible service. Old world charm.
Taco Boy
106 E Ashley AveGreat food & fun atmosphere on Folly
Great local food with lively atmosphere. Grab a table on the patio if you can!
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Leon's
698 King StGreat local food with lively atmosphere. Grab a table on the patio if you can!
Waffle House
325 Savannah HwyTimeless tradition. Never disappoints. Classic diner comfort.
Edmund's Oast
1081 Morrison DrLewis Barbecue
464 N Nassau StThey crush BBQ
BLU Beach Bar & Grill
1 Center StGreat bar right on the beach on folly
Funky restaurant on the water close to folly, great southern comfort food
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Bowens Island Restaurant
1870 Bowens Island RdFunky restaurant on the water close to folly, great southern comfort food
Sorelle
Best new restaurant in town. Hit the bar early for a full menu and amazing cocktails!
Melfi's
721 King StOld school excellent Italian food!
Rancho Lewis
Killer Tex max bbq
Maison
Excellent French food
The Palmetto Cafe
205 Meeting StBest Sunday brunch buffet in the gorgeous Charleston Place Hotel
Drinks & Nightlife
The Cocktail Club
479 King StEnergetic scene with rooftop and high end cocktails
Vintage Lounge
545 King StSwanky New York style lounge in the heart of downtown
Blind Tiger Pub
36-38 Broad StSuper fun bar with outdoor area
The Alley
131 Columbus StSuper fun bowling alley with huge bar and games
Republic Garden & Lounge
462 King StSwanky lounge with Dj music pumpin
The Rooftop Bar at The Vendue
19 Vendue RangeGreat rooftop bar
Snapper Jacks
10 Center StHuge bar on folly - always jumpin!
Lowcountry casual fish camp. Rustic with a beautiful creek front setting. Family & Pet friendly.
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Cook 'em Up, Eat 'em Up - Ellis Creek Fish Camp
1243 Harbor View RdLowcountry casual fish camp. Rustic with a beautiful creek front setting. Family & Pet friendly.
Sightseeing
Rainbow Row and The Battery are some of the most iconic scenery in the Charleston area. Definitely not to be missed!
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Die Batterie
Rainbow Row and The Battery are some of the most iconic scenery in the Charleston area. Definitely not to be missed!
Great quiet stroll along the waterfront downtown, near the battery
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Wasserfront Park
Concord StreetGreat quiet stroll along the waterfront downtown, near the battery
Arts & Culture
The South's oldest museum with beautiful historic collection of paintings and artifacts
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Gibbes Kunstmuseum
135 Meeting StThe South's oldest museum with beautiful historic collection of paintings and artifacts
Dock Street Theater
135 Church StHistoric theatre with great shows
Opera house with great lineup of incredible shows
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Gaillard Performance Hall Foundation
95 Calhoun StOpera house with great lineup of incredible shows
Parks & Nature
Sixty-acre, Olmsted-brother-designed green space adjacent to the Citadel. Walking distance to great restaurants, like Park Cafe
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Hampton Park
Sixty-acre, Olmsted-brother-designed green space adjacent to the Citadel. Walking distance to great restaurants, like Park Cafe
Sullivan's Island
Best beach in town
Essentials
Mylkbar Eco Nails + Beauty
920 Houston Northcutt BlvdGreat nail salon
Amazing spa with rooftop saltwater pool with retractable roof, also lovely outdoor bar and patio overlooking King st
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The Spa at Belmond Charleston Place
205 Meeting StAmazing spa with rooftop saltwater pool with retractable roof, also lovely outdoor bar and patio overlooking King st
The Dewberry Charleston
334 Meeting StBeautiful spa with wide variety of services
Entertainment & Activities
Patriots Point
40 Patriots Point RdAmazing golf course
Kiawah Island
Best golf in the area