Bowens Island Restaurant
$$ • Seafood, Pet Friendly, Vegetarian
Hours:
1870 Bowens Island Rd, Charleston
(843) 795-2757
About Bowens Island Restaurant
Customers' Favorites
A Tray of Perfectly Steamed Oysters
Frogmore Stew Low Country Boil
Raw Oysters on the Half Shell
Shrimp and Fish Platter
Big Ol Seafood Platter
Fried Fish and Shrimp
Local Steamed Oysters
Peel and Eat Shrimp
Shrimp and Grits
Bowens Island Restaurant Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Bowens Island Restaurant offers an awesome view and atmosphere for a quick bite, though it can get quite busy at times and is considered quite pricey. The seafood, especially the oysters and fish, is fantastic, and the restaurant is an absolute institution in Charleston. It is known as a hyperlocal, no thrills dining spot, making it a must-visit for many. The casual dining experience includes ordering at the counter, getting your own drinks, and cleaning up your table, which many visitors find to be a fun and enjoyable experience. Staff is efficient, and the kitchen is known for its killer food, with cold beer always available.
However, food quality has been variable lately. While the All You Can Eat Oysters is a highlight, with Oyster Man Austin ensuring guests are well-fed, some dishes like the fried shrimp have not met expectations. Longtime visitors express a desire for the restaurant to return to its previous high standards.