Charleston Guidebook
Food scene
Chubby Fish
252 Coming StThe freshest seafood in town and wonderful service.
Amazing seafood, terrific service, and a great atmosphere. Go early and put your name in, you can expect a few hour wait if you get there around noon so take in the sites in the surrounding neighborhood and they will text you when your table is ready.
154 locals recommend
167 Raw
193 King StAmazing seafood, terrific service, and a great atmosphere. Go early and put your name in, you can expect a few hour wait if you get there around noon so take in the sites in the surrounding neighborhood and they will text you when your table is ready.
Wonderful brunch and an easy walk to Hampton Park and the dog park just across the street.
97 locals recommend
The Park Cafe
730 Rutledge AveWonderful brunch and an easy walk to Hampton Park and the dog park just across the street.
Herd Provisions
106 Grove StFresh beef, salads, and even a terrific veggie burger.
Cru Cafe
18 Pinckney StAmazing meals and a quaint patio in a converted Charleston Single House.
Leon's
698 King StFun atmosphere and cocktails!
Little Jack's Tavern
710 King StGreat burger and chopped salad!
Two words: Frozen Paloma! And of course the beer...but the paloma and frozen fuzzy navel are refreshing!
62 locals recommend
Edmund's Oast Brewing Co.
1505 King StTwo words: Frozen Paloma! And of course the beer...but the paloma and frozen fuzzy navel are refreshing!
Le Farfalle
15 Beaufain StAuthentic Italian cuisine in a charming building and courtyard.
We are cupcake connoisseurs and these are better than any we have ever tasted with such unique flavors. I would also try the almond orange cookie (which is gluten free) as it is delicious!
52 locals recommend
Sugar Bakeshop
59 1/2 Cannon StWe are cupcake connoisseurs and these are better than any we have ever tasted with such unique flavors. I would also try the almond orange cookie (which is gluten free) as it is delicious!
Chico Feo
122 E Ashley AveGreat atmosphere after a day in Folly Beach.
Great place to grab a beer, a bite, and let your dog enjoy this enclosed dog park and bar.
47 locals recommend
The Barrel
1859 Folly RdGreat place to grab a beer, a bite, and let your dog enjoy this enclosed dog park and bar.
This is a tremendous culinary experience. We met locals and travelers alike, cooked glorious good and had it paired with delicious wines. A must do!
In The Kitchen with Bob Waggoner
164 Market StreetThis is a tremendous culinary experience. We met locals and travelers alike, cooked glorious good and had it paired with delicious wines. A must do!
Old Village Post House Inn
101 Pitt StShopping
Beautiful handmade gifts that do not break the bank! Mimi has a terrific vision for her shop and the joy she brings to the world. Please check her out and support local business!
The Tiny Tassel
46 Spring StBeautiful handmade gifts that do not break the bank! Mimi has a terrific vision for her shop and the joy she brings to the world. Please check her out and support local business!
Want discounted Scout bags, Hydroflasks, Vineyard Vines, or Lily Pulitzer, shop no further than Oops!
Oops
326 King StWant discounted Scout bags, Hydroflasks, Vineyard Vines, or Lily Pulitzer, shop no further than Oops!
Craig Conover (from Southern Charm) has his own line of home goods. Check out his store on King Street just a few blocks from the house.
Sewing Down South
493 King StreetCraig Conover (from Southern Charm) has his own line of home goods. Check out his store on King Street just a few blocks from the house.
Sightseeing
The most wonderful guides and equipment in Shem Creek. Ben will take care of you if you are an experienced kayaker or paddle boarder or if you would like to learn more about the region. It is a perfect activity for all ages! It is exciting to watch for the dolphins as they pop up in the river right beside you.
35 locals recommend
Nature Adventures
1 Shrimp Boat LnThe most wonderful guides and equipment in Shem Creek. Ben will take care of you if you are an experienced kayaker or paddle boarder or if you would like to learn more about the region. It is a perfect activity for all ages! It is exciting to watch for the dolphins as they pop up in the river right beside you.
Enjoy a sailing tour and booze cruise on the Palmetto Breeze out of Shem Creek!
21 locals recommend
Palmetto Breeze Sailing Charters
1407 Church StEnjoy a sailing tour and booze cruise on the Palmetto Breeze out of Shem Creek!
Neighborhoods
We love walking all of the streets surrounding Hampton Park including Huger, Moultrie, and Allan Park. The entire neighborhood is just so beautiful!
165 locals recommend
Hampton Park
We love walking all of the streets surrounding Hampton Park including Huger, Moultrie, and Allan Park. The entire neighborhood is just so beautiful!
We love walking all of the streets in Wagener Terrace, especially the ones that dead end into the water. Lowndes Grove is also at the end of this street which is a private event estate that overlooks the water and is just beautiful.
6 locals recommend
Wagener Terrace
We love walking all of the streets in Wagener Terrace, especially the ones that dead end into the water. Lowndes Grove is also at the end of this street which is a private event estate that overlooks the water and is just beautiful.
Absolutely gorgeous neighborhood. You will look at all of the meticulously cared for homes and want to move right in. Be sure to stop at the Post House for a post-walk cocktail or dinner.
Pitt Street
Pitt StreetAbsolutely gorgeous neighborhood. You will look at all of the meticulously cared for homes and want to move right in. Be sure to stop at the Post House for a post-walk cocktail or dinner.
City advice
Getting around
Biking Tips
When you are taking the bikes out for a ride and heading up and down the peninsula, be sure to ride up toward Hampton Park on Ashley and back down on Rutledge. There is plenty of space and far fewer cars than busy Coming street or King. Don't forget your bike lock and have a beautiful ride.