Charleston · Charleston County, SC
Food & Drink in Charleston
Scout analyzed 123 Charleston places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.
Places analyzed
123
Matches
24
Typical spend
$100
Typical visit
1.2 hr
Best neighborhoods for food & drink
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Food & Drink
Husk
Husk is good for a upscale dinner focusing on Southern cuisine in a historic setting. Expect a meal to last about 90 minutes with a per-person cost typically ranging from $75 to $150.
Food & Drink
Sorelle
Sorelle is an upscale Italian restaurant best for an evening out or special occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $100-$250 per person on a meal with drinks.
Food & Drink
Rusty Bull Brewing Co. (North Charleston)
Rusty Bull is suitable for a relaxed social outing with friends for drinks and casual food. It can serve as a primary stop for 1.5-2 hours, costing around $20-45 per person, especially on a weekend afternoon or evening.
Food & Drink
Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge
This rooftop spot is good for an upscale dinner or cocktails with a view, potentially followed by a night out. Expect to spend $50-100 per person and allow 2 hours for a visit.
Cannonborough Elliotborough
Vern's
Vern's is an American restaurant best suited for an evening meal, potentially paired with pre or post-dinner drinks. Expect a visit of about 1.5 hours with a typical spend of $50-100 per person.
Harleston Village
Mudhouse Charleston
Mudhouse Charleston is a good stop for a quick coffee and snack, ideal for starting your day or taking a break from exploring King Street. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.
Radcliffeborough
Kudu - Coffee, Craft Beer & Wine
Kudu is a good stop for a casual coffee or craft beer, especially for those looking for outdoor seating. Plan for about an hour and expect to spend $5-$15 per person.
Food & Drink
Lenoir
Lenoir is suitable for an evening date or special occasion, offering gourmet dining and cocktails in a stylish setting. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for an experience lasting around 90 minutes.
Food & Drink
The Kingstide
The Kingstide is suitable for a dinner outing, especially for special occasions, offering waterfront dining with seafood. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100+ per person for food and drinks.
French Quarter
Slightly North of Broad Restaurant
Slightly North of Broad is a good choice for a refined dinner specializing in Lowcountry cuisine, suitable for a date night or special occasion. Expect a two-hour meal costing around $75-150 per person, and reservations are advisable.
North-Central
The Harbinger Cafe & Bakery
This cafe is good for a relaxed breakfast or lunch, offering health-conscious fare and coffee. Expect to spend about 45 minutes and $10-25 per person, making it suitable for a solo stop or casual outing.
Cannonborough Elliotborough
Southbound
Southbound is a good choice for a dinner date or special occasion, offering a quality meal and drinks in an evening setting. Expect to spend $75-150 per person for an experience lasting around 90 minutes.
French Quarter
Harken Cafe
Harken Cafe is a cozy spot for breakfast or a light lunch. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person on food and coffee. It's best combined with a stroll through downtown Charleston.
Food & Drink
Mercantile & Mash
Mercantile & Mash is a versatile spot for a coffee, a casual meal, or browsing specialty goods, ideal for an hour or two. Expect to spend $5-$30 per person for coffee, food, or a drink.
Cannonborough Elliotborough
Bad Bunnies Coffee
Bad Bunnies Coffee is suitable for a quick caffeine stop or a casual meet-up, easily paired with errands or a stroll. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and a light bite.
Ansonborough
Clerks Coffee Company
A stop for coffee and a quick bite, Clerks Coffee Company is suitable for a relaxed solo break or a casual family stop, typically taking about 30 minutes and costing $5-$15 per person.
Ansonborough
Peninsula Grill
Peninsula Grill is an upscale American restaurant best suited for an evening out, like a special occasion dinner or date night. Expect to spend $100-$250 per person for an experience lasting around 90 minutes.
Ansonborough
Church and Union Charleston
Church and Union is a suitable spot for a celebratory dinner or special date, offering upscale American cuisine in a dramatic setting. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $50-100 per person.
French Quarter
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
High Cotton is a refined Lowcountry restaurant suitable for a special evening meal, particularly a date night or anniversary. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150 per person on food and drinks.
Harleston Village
Circa 1886 Restaurant
Circa 1886 is a fine dining experience perfect for a celebratory dinner or special date night, lasting about two hours. Expect to spend $100-250 per person on elevated Lowcountry cuisine.
Food & Drink
82 Queen
82 Queen is a refined Southern restaurant ideal for a special occasion or date night dinner, typically lasting 1.5-2 hours. Expect a per-person cost of $50-$120, not including drinks.
Food & Drink
Hyman's Seafood
Hyman's Seafood is a large, long-standing seafood restaurant suitable for a family meal or a casual lunch. Expect a meal to last about an hour and cost around $15-$40 per person, fitting well after a walk around historic Charleston.
Cannonborough Elliotborough
V Modern Italian
V Modern Italian is good for a dinner outing, offering a modern take on Italian cuisine. Expect a visit of about 1.5 hours, with typical per-person spending ranging from $50 to $100.
Harleston Village
Second State Coffee
This minimalist coffee bar is ideal for a quick solo coffee stop or a relaxed casual meeting, typically costing under $15 per person for a 30-minute visit. It's suitable as a starting point for exploring the area or a mid-day break.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 40 of the 123 analyzed Charleston places fit food & drink.
- 3% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 3% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Upscale, Social, Romantic, Quiet, Playful.
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