Guidebook for Charleston
Food Scene
This is one of the many great restaurants/bars in our neighborhood. They serve breakfast all day and have an awesome screened in porch for sittin' and sippin'.
http://rutledgecabco.com
78 locals recommend
Rutledge Cab Company
1300 Rutledge AveThis is one of the many great restaurants/bars in our neighborhood. They serve breakfast all day and have an awesome screened in porch for sittin' and sippin'.
http://rutledgecabco.com
Another great neighborhood spot. Considered one of the best, most relaxed brunch spots in town. Outdoor seating is a bonus. We recommend ordering the Garbage Plate!
http://tattooedmoose.com
95 locals recommend
Tattooed Moose
4845 Morrison DrAnother great neighborhood spot. Considered one of the best, most relaxed brunch spots in town. Outdoor seating is a bonus. We recommend ordering the Garbage Plate!
http://tattooedmoose.com
Xiao Bao Biscuit - Asian Soul Food - Select dishes from China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam prepared locally & inspired by kick-ass grandmothers everywhere. http://xiaobaobiscuit.com
212 locals recommend
Xiao Bao Biscuit
224 Rutledge AveXiao Bao Biscuit - Asian Soul Food - Select dishes from China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam prepared locally & inspired by kick-ass grandmothers everywhere. http://xiaobaobiscuit.com
Great way to begin the night - stop in here for Moscow Mule in the infamous copper mule mug.
http://therarebit.com
89 locals recommend
The Rarebit
474 King StGreat way to begin the night - stop in here for Moscow Mule in the infamous copper mule mug.
http://therarebit.com
Mussels, sushi, mussels, and more sushi...oh and throw in some pommes frites! Outdoor seating down their winding alley is the way to go.
http://www.holycityhospitality.com/39-rue-de-jean/
62 locals recommend
39 Rue De Jean
39 John StMussels, sushi, mussels, and more sushi...oh and throw in some pommes frites! Outdoor seating down their winding alley is the way to go.
http://www.holycityhospitality.com/39-rue-de-jean/
Have a late night craving? BYOB to this late-night hot spot which changes their menu daily and always has that perfect plate to satisfy anyone in your party!
http://butcherandbee.com/
119 locals recommend
Butcher & Bee
1085 Morrison DrHave a late night craving? BYOB to this late-night hot spot which changes their menu daily and always has that perfect plate to satisfy anyone in your party!
http://butcherandbee.com/
It is so goooooooooooooooood. Reservations are encouraged...if you don't have one on the books the Cocktail Club is right upstairs till your table is ready.
http://www.themacintoshcharleston.com
49 locals recommend
The Macintosh
479B King StIt is so goooooooooooooooood. Reservations are encouraged...if you don't have one on the books the Cocktail Club is right upstairs till your table is ready.
http://www.themacintoshcharleston.com
Where you will find the most locals - drinking margaritas and Tecate! Killer tacos and great outdoor seating. Right around the corner from our house!
64 locals recommend
Santi's
1302 Meeting Street RdWhere you will find the most locals - drinking margaritas and Tecate! Killer tacos and great outdoor seating. Right around the corner from our house!
Uber romantic restaurant serving authentic Italian fare.
http://luccacharleston.com
67 locals recommend
Trattoria Lucca
41 Bogard StUber romantic restaurant serving authentic Italian fare.
http://luccacharleston.com
Walk-up spot with amazingly healthy wraps and their infamous version of "pizza". We recommend grabbing lunch to-go and eating picnic style in Marion Square.
12 locals recommend
Dell'z Deli
Walk-up spot with amazingly healthy wraps and their infamous version of "pizza". We recommend grabbing lunch to-go and eating picnic style in Marion Square.
Basil
460 King StAmazing curry duck and pad thai - also great cold sake selection.
Probably one of the most upscale places we would recommend - definitely order oyster sliders to set your meal off right.
165 locals recommend
The Ordinary
544 King StProbably one of the most upscale places we would recommend - definitely order oyster sliders to set your meal off right.
If you want to stroll in the French Quarter then grab a bite to eat Cypress is our recommendation - they have a great bar upstairs if you feel like dressy/casual dining. Reservations are recommended
9 locals recommend
Cypress
167 East Bay StreetIf you want to stroll in the French Quarter then grab a bite to eat Cypress is our recommendation - they have a great bar upstairs if you feel like dressy/casual dining. Reservations are recommended
Drinks & Nightlife
Cozy setting for a boozy night. You can sit comfortably with that special someone or a group of friends with tons of cocktails to taste and share.
http://www.thecocktailclubcharleston.com
209 locals recommend
The Cocktail Club
479 King StCozy setting for a boozy night. You can sit comfortably with that special someone or a group of friends with tons of cocktails to taste and share.
http://www.thecocktailclubcharleston.com
This is a great "last" stop if you are young at heart and/or adventurous. PBR is always available. There's a reason it is called the "Rec".
http://www.recoveryroomtavern.com/
50 locals recommend
Recovery Room Tavern
685 King StThis is a great "last" stop if you are young at heart and/or adventurous. PBR is always available. There's a reason it is called the "Rec".
http://www.recoveryroomtavern.com/
GREAT spot to sit outside or snuggle in a booth. Bands are usually playing on weekend nights. Mostly local mixed with traveling acts. We recommend the bourbon punch!
http://theroyalamerican.com
70 locals recommend
The Royal American
970 Morrison DrGREAT spot to sit outside or snuggle in a booth. Bands are usually playing on weekend nights. Mostly local mixed with traveling acts. We recommend the bourbon punch!
http://theroyalamerican.com
Arts & Culture
Top contemporary gallery in Charleston with hyper-realism painters. Be sure to say hey to Meg & Rob, owners and artists.
http://www.robertlangestudios.com/
22 locals recommend
Robert Lange Studios
2 Queen StTop contemporary gallery in Charleston with hyper-realism painters. Be sure to say hey to Meg & Rob, owners and artists.
http://www.robertlangestudios.com/
The Michael Mitchell Gallery began as a pop-up gallery project known as “Art for Charity". So successful it's become one of Charleston best galleries.
http://www.michaelmitchellcharleston.com
Mitchell Hill
414 King StThe Michael Mitchell Gallery began as a pop-up gallery project known as “Art for Charity". So successful it's become one of Charleston best galleries.
http://www.michaelmitchellcharleston.com
This 3,200 sq. ft. museum is housed within the School of the Arts at the College of Charleston, less than a block away from the busiest pedestrian intersection in the state!
http://halsey.cofc.edu
19 locals recommend
Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art
161 Calhoun StThis 3,200 sq. ft. museum is housed within the School of the Arts at the College of Charleston, less than a block away from the busiest pedestrian intersection in the state!
http://halsey.cofc.edu
Amazing black box theatre company presenting contemporary theatre at its best.
http://puretheatre.org
11 locals recommend
Pure Theatre
134 Cannon StAmazing black box theatre company presenting contemporary theatre at its best.
http://puretheatre.org
Professional theatre company producing high quality, engaging theatrical performances.
http://www.charlestontheater.com
Threshold Repertory Theatre
84 Society StProfessional theatre company producing high quality, engaging theatrical performances.
http://www.charlestontheater.com
Steeped in history, the Charleston Music Hall is one of the oldest buildings on the block. Known historically as The Tower Depot, the Charleston Music Hall is a live music venue.
http://charlestonm
69 locals recommend
Charleston Music Hall
37 John StSteeped in history, the Charleston Music Hall is one of the oldest buildings on the block. Known historically as The Tower Depot, the Charleston Music Hall is a live music venue.
http://charlestonm
Contemporary art center offering studio space, workshops, exhibitions, and more.
http://reduxstudios.org
22 locals recommend
Redux Contemporary Art Center
1056 King StContemporary art center offering studio space, workshops, exhibitions, and more.
http://reduxstudios.org
Shopping
One of coolest stores to just get "lost" in for hours. Known as one of the best fine art supply stores around but has something for everyone.
Artist & Craftsman Supply Charleston Downtown
143 Calhoun StOne of coolest stores to just get "lost" in for hours. Known as one of the best fine art supply stores around but has something for everyone.
JLINSNIDER is a vintage haven and design sanctuary. First Friday events are always fun with local music in the "back yard" and major discounts on clothing.
http://jlinsnider.myshopify.com
JLINSNIDER
539 King StJLINSNIDER is a vintage haven and design sanctuary. First Friday events are always fun with local music in the "back yard" and major discounts on clothing.
http://jlinsnider.myshopify.com
Essentials
Juice bar - perfect for grab-and-go or to sit and plan your day.
http://dellzvibez.com
252 locals recommend
King Street
King StreetJuice bar - perfect for grab-and-go or to sit and plan your day.
http://dellzvibez.com
Everything Else
If you like to shop the latest trends - pop in to this locally owned boutique on King Street.
6 locals recommend
Hampden
314 King StIf you like to shop the latest trends - pop in to this locally owned boutique on King Street.