Coffee & Brunch

The Harken Café (Downtown) – Cozy, charming café with amazing coffee and pastries.

Muddy Waters Coffee Bar (James Island) – Your local favorite for strong coffee before the beach.

Lost Dog Café (Folly Beach) – Folly classic, big portions, beach-town charm, and dog-friendly.

Mercantile & Mash (Downtown) – Stylish café/market in a historic cigar factory with great breakfast.

Lunch & Day Drinks

Bodega (Downtown) – Huge sandwiches + brunch cocktails in a lively spot.

Catch 23 (Folly Beach) – Your first date spot — frozen drinks and beachy energy.

Home Team BBQ (Downtown, West Ashley or Sullivan’s) – Famous BBQ, wings, and their “Gamechanger” frozen cocktail.

Red’s Ice House (Shem Creek) – A classic creekside bar for casual eats and cold drinks with water views.

Dinner

Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar (Downtown) – Oysters, seafood, and classic Charleston flavors.

The Darling Oyster Bar (Downtown) – Trendy, lively oyster bar with cocktails and small plates.

Vickery’s Bar & Grill (Shem Creek) – Creekside seafood dining with unbeatable sunsets.

California Dreaming (Near hotel block) – A Charleston classic for big portions and waterfront views.

Nightlife & Cocktails

Henry’s (Downtown) – The oldest bar in Charleston, with rooftop views and live music.

Blind Tiger (Downtown) – Historic pub with a hidden courtyard and craft cocktails.

Tommy Condon’s (Downtown) – Irish pub with live music and a lively atmosphere.

Muddy’s Dock Bar (Shem Creek) – Casual dockside hangout with locals, boats, live music, and dolphin sightings.