California Dreaming 1 Ashley Point Drive, Charleston, SC 29407, 843-766-1644, Overlooking the scenic Ashley River, this extraordinary restaurant resembles an 1800's fort from the Civil War era and serves delicious home style American cuisine daily for lunch and dinner. Items on the menu include broiled steaks and seafood, baby back ribs, prime rib, burgers, sandwiches, and signature salads. 

Queen Anne's Revenge 160 B Fairchild Street, Charleston, SC 29492, 843-216-6868, Dedicated to the authentic history of Piracy, this unique restaurant, pub, and Pirate Museum is filled with the most significant display of authentic Pirate artifacts in the nation and serves an array of delicious of steaks, prime rib, local fresh seafood, salads, and sandwiches. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday and Sunday for dinner only. more... 

Saffron Bakery Cafe 333 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Just East of Calhoun Street, 843-722-5588, Contemporary in design, this light and airy restaurant features a full service bakery and a gourmet gift section where you can buy great imported pastas and olive oils. Items on the menu include seafood and spinach salads, delicious pastas, and their classic carrot cake. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and open on Sunday for brunch. 

Social 188 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-577-5665, Offering Charleston’s largest selection of wines by the glass, Social has become the preeminent wine bar of Charleston. Social is housed in a nineteenth century warehouse and features a stunning four-thousand bottle display cellar, where numerous exclusive wines are stored. Complementing its extensive wine selection, Social serves modern American cuisine with an authentic wood-burning oven as the focal point. The delectable thin crust pizzas are cooked in minutes in the 900 degree oven.  more... 

T Bonz Gill & Grill 80 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Market Area, 843-577-2511, Featuring a very upbeat, pub style setting, this restaurant serves a variety of wholesome American favorites and is well known for their delicious, choice-aged, grained fed beef. They also serve fresh local seafood and produce and are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Sticky Fingers Restaurant & Bar 235 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-853-7427, The Lowcountry's Best Ribs, Wings and Barbecue! Sticky Fingers Restaurants have quickly made a name for themselves as having the best authentic Memphis-style ribs and barbecue in the South. Their hickory-smoked products and original sauces and seasonings are available for shipment to anywhere in the United States. They are open every day for lunch and dinner.  more... 

39 Rue De Jean 39 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403, 843-722-8881, The best in Brasserie cuisine is the specialty at this French bistro and bar that features a raw bar and a traditional zinc bar plus serves delicious steak fries and over 100 wines and sakes, all in a festive, European atmosphere. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday and Sunday for dinner only. more... 

Elliott's Maverick Southern Bistro 387 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-724-8888, Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this unique bistro serves generous portions of real Southern dishes including Southern fried chicken, meatloaf, and deviled crabcakes, all in a relaxed setting with exceptional service. 

FIG 232 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-805-5900, Serving a “seasonally inspired menu” which changes nightly depending on what the local farms and fishing boats have available, the intimate neighborhood bistro FIG is a fun place to stop by while in Charleston not only for the food or even atmosphere but the people.  more... 

Erynns Pub 105 Eagle Road, Charleston, SC 29445, 843-764-0505, Casual pub where one may enjoy live music, karaoke and jazz. The menu features items such as wings, pizza and calzones. more... 

Bakers Cafe, The 214 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-577-2694, Open daily for breakfast, brunch, and lunch, this historical cafe serves an array of delicious homemade items and is a very popular meeting place. They also sell a wide variety of homemade jams and gourmet coffees. more... 

BJ's Broad Street Cafe 17 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-722-0559, A favorite for casual business lunches, this cafe offers a wide variety of delicious home style dishes including hearty breakfasts, grilled salmon, crab cakes, beer battered mushrooms and onion rings, stuffed jalapeno peppers, sea scallop salad, burgers, and chicken fingers. They are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  

Blossom Cafe 171 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Located between Cumberland and Queen Streets, 843-722-9200, All of the innovate American dishes with an Italian influence at this charming cafe are made with only the finest imported ingredients, fresh local seafood, and regional produce. A high energy exhibition kitchen and a lovely courtyard for outside dining are on site. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Vickery's Bar & Grill 15 Beaufain Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Between Archdale and King Streets, 843-577-5300, "Charleston's favorite watering hole", this bar and grill specializes in Low Country and Caribbean dishes that includes fresh local seafood. Full bar service is available. They are open daily for lunch, dinner and late night dining plus offers a brunch on Sunday. more... 

Circa 1886 149 Wentworth Street, Charleston, SC 29401, West of King Street at Smith Street, 843-853-7828, Situated in the gardens behind the Wentworth Mansion and housed in an elegantly restored, historic carriage house, this beautiful restaurant is accented by stone fireplaces and candlelight and serves a succulent array of contemporary dishes. Items on the menu include broiled filet of lobster, crab cake souffle, and spicy grilled shrimp over fried green tomatoes. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sunday. more... 

McCrady's 2 Unity Alley, Charleston, SC 29401, Small Alley Between 149 & 151 East Bay Street, 843-577-0025, Located in a beautifully restored building that was built in 1788 by Edward McCrady and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and Landmarks, this upscale restaurant serves an array of French-American cuisine including wonderful fresh fish and seafood. They are open nightly for dinner and reservations are recommended. more... 

Peninsula Grill 112 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Located at Planters Inn, 843-723-0700, Featuring 19th century oil paintings on the walls and antique Cyprus woodwork throughout, this fine dining restaurant offers a menu full of fabulously creative, "haute" cuisine that includes delicious steaks, chops, fish, lobster and oysters. A lush garden courtyard with a reflecting pool is also on site for guests who wish to dine outdoors. The Peninsula Grill is open nightly for dinner. more... 

Vintage Restaurant and Wine Bar 14 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-577-0090, A seasonal menu of contemporary, New American cuisine that includes fresh seafood, beef, and game is served at this quaint restaurant and bar that also features an award-winning wine list with the biggest "by-the-glass" selection available in Charleston. An outdoor courtyard is on site for outdoor dining. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday and Sunday for dinner only. 

Aaron's Deli 213 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-723-6000, You'll enjoy great food and wonderful deli sandwiches at this deli that also offers charbroiled items, fresh soups, delicious desserts, lite menu items, and a children's menu. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Carolina's 10 Exchange Street, Charleston, SC 29401, East Bay and Brad Streets, 843-724-3800, A variety of mouthwatering, homestyle, eclectic American cuisine is served at this upscale restaurant that is open nightly for dinner. Signature dishes include local fresh grouper, grilled boneless loin of lamb, and grilled or smoked Jamaican Jerk pork tenderloin. Reservations are recommended. more... 

Meritage 235 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-723-8181, The Meritage offers an all appetizer menu. This idea is a century-old Spanish concept, called Tapas. The menu contains a sampling of many International cuisines, including Mediterranean, Asian, Regional American, and European. Sharing is encouraged so that you get a taste of all the menu has to offer. An extensive wine list is offered. 

Saffire Restaurant and Lounge 170 Lockwood Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29403, 843-723-3000, The bold flavors of Saffire's seasonally inspired menu reflect a belief in "the cuisine of today," which is healthy, eclectic, imaginative, unrestricted by ethnic boundaries and always evolving. The chef elevates fresh, organic, carefully chosen ingredients above mere quality, to culinary artistry. Each meal is complimented by superb selection of wine. The atmosphere is casually sophisticated, yet warm and welcoming. 

Gaulart & Maliclet French Cafe 98 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Between Meeting and King Streets, 843-577-9797, Casual and chic restaurant that is known locally as "Fast and French" and serves a full menu of French and Continental dishes with items available including fresh breads, baguettes, and croissants, French pastries, seafood wasabi, beef Bonaparte, and fresh fruit plates. They are open Tuesday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and open on Monday for breakfast and lunch only; closed on Sunday. Fondue specials are available on Thursday nights. 

La Fourchette 432 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403, 843-722-6261, The selections as this French bistro-style restaurant are insanely delicious. Cassoulet, mussels, beef tenderloin, pate, and pommes frites are just some of the many available. 

Robert's of Charleston Restaurant 182 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29403, Between Cumberland & Queen Streets, 843-577-7565, Enjoy a romantic dining experience at this unique restaurant that serves luxurious, gourmet five course dinners that may include chateaubriand, scallop mouse, smoked breast of duckling, and Maine lobster, all complemented by an extensive wine list. Seatings are at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings and reservations are required. more... 

My-Tho 304 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-965-5091, Open nightly for dinner, this Asian-American restaurant serves an array of spectacular Vietnamese, Thai, Asian, and American fusion cuisine including Vietnamese rice pancakes, smoked quail, and rice pudding. more... 

Athens Greek Restaurant 325 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412, 843-795-0957, A wonderfully traditional Greek eatery that serves an array of homemade, mouthwatering Greek cuisine including Greek pizzas, Greek chicken, vegetarian specialties, moussaka, spanikopita, and other Old World favorites. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and open on Sunday for lunch only. more... 

North Towne Greek Restaurant 2093 Eagle Landing Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29406, 843-863-1001, Greek statues and greenery adorn this family style restaurant that serves a wide variety of Greek and Italian cuisine in a very quiet and very romantic atmosphere. Enjoy great salads, exquisite food, and delectable desserts daily for lunch and dinner at this restaurant. 

Al Di La 25 Magnolia Road, Charleston, SC 29407, 843-571-2321, Open for dinner, and featuring an extensive menu including authentic pasta dishes and pizzas. The lounge features a sleek wine bar and much more. 

Bocci's Italian Restaurant 158 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401, South of Market Street, 843-720-2121, Featuring several small, quaint, and romantic dining rooms, this local favorite restaurant serves an array of authentic Italian specialties including fresh pastas, homemade sauces, exquisite desserts, gourmet coffees, veal, chicken, and seafood. An extensive wine list complements your meal. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Fulton Five 5 Fulton Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-853-5555, Fine dining, off-the-beaten track restaurant trattoria that serves wonderfully prepared, authentic Italian cuisine, a seasonal menu, and an extensive wine menu. Patio dining is available. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sunday. more... 

Garibaldi's 49 South Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401, South Market Between Church and State Streets, 843-723-7153, A local favorite, this wonderful restaurant features a Mediterranean decor and serves a fine selection of Northern Italian cuisine including numerous pasta dishes and pan-seared crispy flounder, all complemented by an extensive wine list. They are open nightly for dinner and reservations are suggested. 

Il Cortile Del Re Restaurant and Trattoria 193 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-853-1888, Authentic Italian entrees, appetizers, wines, and desserts are served at this local hot spot. 

Mercato 102 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-722-6393, This casual, yet elegant restaurant features a wonderful menu which includes Italian and American favorites like thin crust pizzas and steaks. Don't miss the incredible wine list. more... 

Upstream 200 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-853-2550, One of Charleston's most popular dining destinations, this fine dining restaurant was designed by famed architect Dave Wagner and is filled with commissioned and one-of-a-kind artwork. An array of Pacific Rim cuisine made with the freshest ingredients and local seafood is served nightly for dinner. more... 

Chuck E- Cheese 1610 Sam Rittenburg Blvd. #103, Charleston, SC 29407, 843-763-0663, If you have ever been to a Chuck E. chesse then you know what its all about. As the company says,"it's where a kid can be a kid" and kids of all ages love Chuck E. Cheese. Great pizza, lots of games, and they make a birthday party for your child both easy and memorable.  more... 

82 Queen Restaurant 82 Queen Street, Charleston, SC 20401, Located in Charleston’s Historic French Quarter, 843-723-7591, One of the best dining establishments in Charleston, the exquisite 82 Queen features 11 elegant dining areas, an award-winning wine list, a picturesque garden courtyard and outstanding authentic Lowcountry cuisine, including the best she-crab soup in the city. They also serve fresh seafood, aged steaks, and locally grown herbs and vegetables. 82 Queen is open daily for lunch and dinner plus serves brunch on Sundays. more... 

Bennett's At the Market 85 South Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-534-1234, An American style, tapas menu that includes a wide variety of Lowcountry favorites is served at this lovely restaurant that is open daily for lunch and dinner. The menu includes succulent steaks and fresh local seafood. 

Cypress Lowcountry Grille 167 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Historic District, 843-727-0111, Open nightly for dinner, this restaurant specializes in a signature menu filled with fresh interpretations of classic Lowcountry cuisine, as well as an extensive selection of rare wines. An authentic wood burning grill is one of the features in the dining room, as well as tableside presentations and made-to-order dessert soufflés. more... 

Middleton Place Restaurant 4300 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29414, 843-556-6020 ext. 118, For a unique dining experience, Middleton Place Restaurant offers Lowcountry cuisine served on one of the South's most historic plantations. Regional favorites such as okra gumbo, ham biscuits and hoppin' john, and pork barbecue are served for lunch daily 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. to Middleton Place visitors. Dinner guests pay no admission to the Gardens after 5:30 p.m. and are invited to relax with cocktails in the courtyard or stroll through the Gardens before dinner. Then enjoy an elegant candlelit dinner including fresh fish, panned quail, lamb loin, shrimp and grits and duck breast. Dinner is served Tuesday through Sunday from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Reservations are required for dinner.  

Poogan's Porch 72 Queen Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-577-2337, Dine in a wonderfully decorated Victorian home at this lovely restaurant that specializes in authentic Lowcountry and Southern cuisine with your choice of dining options including the beautifully decorated dining room, the grand porches, or the quaint patio. They are open daily for lunch and dinner plus serve a brunch on Sunday. more... 

Tommy Condon's Irish Pub & Seafood Restaurant 160 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-577-3818, A genuine Irish style pub that also features a picturesque back dining room with items on the menu including corned beef on rye, fish and chips, Shepherd's Pie, potato chowder, fresh seafood, and traditional American favorites. Beers on tap include Guinness Stout, Harp, Bass Ale, and Killian Red. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

A.W. Shucks Seafood Restaurant 70 State Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Historical Market Street, 843-723-1151, "Charleston's original raw bar and restaurant", this restaurant specializes in award-winning seafood and Cajun dishes with items on the menu including the best she-crab soup in the Lowcountry, seafood casserole, and fresh-off-the-boat fish specials. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Anson Restaurant 12 Anson Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-577-0551, A down-home, contemporary fresh seafood restaurant that specializes in fresh seafood caught daily in the Charleston waters plus serves delicious cashew crusted grouper, shrimp and grits, crispy flounder, prime aged beef, veal, and duck. They are open nightly for dinner. more... 

Boathouse On East Bay Street, The 544 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Historic Downtown, 843-577-7171, Mahogany and teak accent are throughout this wonderful restaurant that is known for their fresh seafood exquisitely prepared and served in large portions. They also serve delicious steaks, pastas, house smoked chops, an award-winning wine selection, and a fantastic sushi and raw bar. They are open nightly for dinner. more... 

Bubba Gump Shrimp Company 99 South Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-723-5665, Filled with authentic Forrest Gump movie memorabilia, props, and pictures, this unique and fun restaurant specializes in fresh seafood and offers items on the menu such as grilled salmon, fish and shrimp, Bourbon Mahi, and of course shrimp in a wide array of styles including boiled, Cajun, barbecue, and coconut. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Charleston Crab House 145 Wapoo Creek Drive, Charleston, SC 29412, 843-795-1963, The only restaurant offering dining on the intracoastal waterway, this restaurant serves generous portions of your favorite seafoods and is famous for their crabpuppies, she-crab soup, steamed crabs, shrimp and grits, and fresh local fish and seafood. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Fish Restaurant 442 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403, 843-722-3456, Innovative Lowcountry seafood is the specialty at this unique restaurant that is located in an 1837 Charleston single style home and features a seasonal menu of fresh fare from local farmers and fishermen. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sunday. more... 

Hank's Seafood Restaurant 10 Hayne Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Corner of Church & Hayne Streets, 843-723-3474, Open nightly for dinner, this restaurant resembles a classic 1940's Charleston fish house and specializes in Southern fish and local seafood classics, as well as innovative seasonal specials. An old-fashioned, saloon style bar and an extremely popular communal table are also on site. more... 

Hyman's Seafood and Aaron's Deli 215 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-723-6000, Surrounded by floors of heart pine, old English bricks with the original oyster mortar, and a wrought iron staircase, Hyman's is well known in the area for its fresh local seafood, award-winning she crab soup, Reuben Greenberg sandwich, great wine, gator sausage, crab cakes, and fast friendly service.  more... 

Starfish Grille 101 East Artic Avenue, Charleston, SC 29439, Folly Beach, 843-588-2518, Enjoy oceanfront dining on the Folly Pier while at this restaurant that specializes in fresh local and regional seafood plus serves an array of appetizers, pastas, sandwiches, salads, and desserts. Full bar service that includes wonderful frozen and specialty drinks is available. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

High Cotton Maverick Bar & Grill 199 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-724-3815, Open nightly for dinner, this lively, first-class restaurant features high ceilings, hand-made brick walls, heart pine floors, wide-bladed ceiling fans and mahogany woodwork. An array of traditional Southern dishes are served, including regional favorites, steaks, game and fresh seafood. Live music is provided nightly. Lunch is served on Saturdays while brunch is available on Sundays. more... 

Hominy Grill 207 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403, 843-937-0930, "Charleston's favorite neighborhood restaurant," Hominy Grill, located in an 1897 three-story Charleston shotgun building, offers classic southern specialties are prepared from scratch using fresh, locally raised ingredients. They are open Monday through Friday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and on Saturday and Sunday for brunch, lunch, and dinner. more... 

Jestine's Kitchen 251 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Corner of Meeting and Wentworth Streets, 843-722-7224, A wide range of delicious Southern favorites are served at this fun restaurant. Menu selections include fried seafood, fried green tomatoes, meat loaf, Low Country vegetables, and shrimp Creole. Jestine's Kitchen is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

Louis's Charleston Restaurant 200 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403, 843-853-2550, Open nightly for dinner, this lovely restaurant has an Urban Chic ambiance and serves a wonderful menu of Low Country cuisine and refined Southern specialties created by local celebrity chef Louis Osteen. 

Magnolia's Restaurant 185 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-577-7771, Accents of this lovely restaurant include high ceilings, stunning paintings, and pine floors. An array of creative, contemporary Low Country fare is prepared by pioneer Chefs Donald Barickman and Don Drake. Magnolia's is open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Slightly North of Broad 192 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-723-3424, Located in a 19th century brick warehouse, this lively restaurant is famous for its award-winning Maverick Southern cuisine with unusual entrees that are sure to please any palate. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday and Sunday for dinner only. more... 

Tristan 55 South Market, Charleston, SC 29401, 843-534-2155, Enjoy an array of eclectic and creative Southern cuisine at this fine dining restaurant that also features an award-winning wine list with over 2,000 wines and champagnes available. Indoor and outdoor seating is available and an elegant bar area is also on site. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sunday. Reservations are suggested. more... 

Charleston Chops Restaurant 188 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401, Between Cumberland and Queen Streets, 843-937-9300, "Charleston's greatest upscale steakhouse", this restaurant specializes in 21-day-aged beef, daily soups, and homemade breads and serve unusual dishes such as wild game, ostrich, and Shepherd's Pie. A full service bar and cigar lounge are also on site and live piano entertainment is provided. An extensive wine list of over 180 bottles of wine from all over the world complements your meal, as well as fine cognacs, single malt scotches, and small batch bourbons. They are open nightly for dinner.