50 Best Coffee Shops in Charleston

“😃 great well-crafted coffee drinks with fresh pastries.“

“Amazing food! Great environment!“

“I asked my fiancé to find a nice coffee shop that also sells beer in Charleston. After her google search, she asked our friends at The Lucky Luchador and they also recommended your establishment. I was definitely impressed with the atmosphere and selection of beer that was available. I will be coming back soon and will be your ugliest ambassador!!! 😊“

“Love sightsee shop!!! The worst part about leaving Charleston was leaving sightsee.“

“Welcoming, energetic employees and wonderful coffee! Blaise’s handshakes and smile are top notch! Thanks for a wonderful experience each and every visit! ❤️❤️❤️“

“We adored this place! We accidentally found the downtown Charleston location during our stay there at a close AirBNB! We visited 3 times in our 2.5 days there. Then, we passed by the John’s Island location on our way to Kiawah and decided to make the 25 min drive the next morning for our coffee and pop tart fix! Great coffee, service, pastries, toasts and local drink and food finds!“

“Hipster joint in the North King area. Hipster who handed us menu’s at the bar “We’re a Rum forward bar”. Absolutely need the oyster sliders in your life. We had 6 between the two of us.“

“Coffee, lattes, cappuccinos, espressos, matcha, chai, beer and wine being served till 9 pm! Blum Coffee and Wine Bar is a lifesaver for folks that need their caffeine fix later on. Sun and Mon for now is till 5 pm. The bartender after 5 pm will make your specialty coffee drink and on a cold day that's just what everyone needs. Pastries are fresh and delicious too. Blum has a killer happy hour too.“

“I love frequenting coffee shops and I always have my top 3 to my top 5. second state coffee is part of my top five coffee shops to go when i'm in deep in downtown. I also frequent blum coffee when i'm inowntown on the meeting street side and Kudu. to get some work done or if i'm looking for a huge place, then blum coffee, it is. Second state again had good service today.And good coffee“

“Favorite coffee Shop!! Love you guys!“

“Stayed upstairs at an AirBB and had our first lunch there. Service, food and portions were amazing. Great selections of beer, wine and other beverages plus Italian delicacies. Highly recommend a visit to Daniela’s Downtown🍷💯“

“Jessica and the baristas were super friendly and welcoming, the whole place was really clean and inviting. The coffee was delicious, exactly what you would want from a coffee shop. I also tried the blueberry muffin (so good and fresh) and the espresso martini.

The espresso martini was next level. Easily one of the best I’ve had. Definitely recommend stopping here if you’re in Charleston.“

“This coffee shop and Blum in downtown are my 2 absolute favorite coffee shops of all time. I am really drawn to the outside.Nice patio area both have and just the plants obviously both have all around. I love when coffee shops have plants inside the interior area. the quiche is really good, and the coffee is really, really good as well and the service is friendly. i've made it a routine to come here and then also frequent the other one in downtown because they're only fifteen minutes away from each other.. Like this, I don't get bored. The blueberry muffin here is the lish as well. My friends and I will definitely be returning“

“Huriyali Gardens cafe in Charleston, SC, offers an enchanting garden vibe with lush greenery. The iced coffee and smoothies are great and the outdoor seating feels like a secret oasis, perfect for relaxing. They also allow dogs on the patio and the food is locally sourced as well!! 10/10🌴🪴🌺🍍🍌🍓“

“My Husband and I spent the last part of our Anniversary Day at Charleston Coffee Exchange....Bee's Ferry/ Ashley River Road Location. It was our first time...my Husband picked from Online Coffee Shop Listings. WOW! What a Beautiful Find! The loveliest employees that included Josh, our outstanding Barista, and sweet Olivia that placed our orders with perfection! Our Iced Caramel Macchiato Beverages were among the best we've ever had. The Cheese Danish we split was delicious! Warm, lively conversation abound with the staff and including one regular customer as well. Can't wait to return and meet Kaitlin, Josh's wife, that we understand works there as well! Big Thank you to all of you for topping off our day in such a special way! See you soon!🎉“

“My boyfriend and I stopped here after I told him DO NOT take me to Charleston and stop at a Starbucks! 😂 he was so glad I found this coffee shop, which was 4 mins away from the Starbucks. I believe he had one of the energy boosting drinks, which I had a sip of and it was amazing. I don’t even like those normally, but I would buy it on a hot afternoon. I had the Salty Cowboy. I was nervous ordering it hot, because it sounded better cold, but I prefer hot coffee 24/7. It was the best latte I’ve ever had. I’m in Charlotte, so I took note of the flavors to make it at home. I’m sure it won’t taste quite the same, but I NEED that latte every morning now!!!! I would’ve never thought of those flavors for a latte but wow, I’ll remember that one for years.

Also- I am a coffee lover, not a syrup lover. So if you’re worried this latte is too sickly, it is not. It was the perfect balance of coffee, sea salt, coconut and caramel. I also added a pinch of sea salt and cinnamon to the top of mine. I felt this latte was amazing, because the flavors went so well with the espresso. 13/10. I was talking about it all weekend!“

“My favorite coffee shop in Charleston county. The staff are efficient and friendly. The coffee tastes delicious! It’s always roasted perfectly and displayed with beauty. Parking is plentiful. Treat yourself to a “dandy”. It’s the best coffee drink I’ve ever tasted.“

“This was probably the best coffee we had in Charleston! I absolutely recommend stopping in here. While prices are not listed, it's basically the same you would pay at any other coffee shop, but you will have an amazing drink! It's absolutely worth stopping in! It only took a couple minutes for both drinks. 1,000% recommend!“

“Best specialty coffee in town.“

“Food is fairly priced, healthy options and looks great.“

“Awesome location and vibe-- coffee and espresso is excellent!Btw, they have espresso martinis on tap!!! Great coffee place inside the Wyndham Hotel!“

“Amazing experience every time. Staff is always so friendly and always willing to make suggestions. The loaded teas are my favorite. I come almost weekly to stock up on and make at home. Highly recommend!!
The store always looks so clean.“

“I had a breakfast burrito. It was more than what I can eat, but it was so tasty.“

“A truly amazing incredible coffee shop. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is chill, clean and fits the James Island and Folly surfer vibes. There are plenty of places to sit with free WiFi. The food is great quality, tastes great and clean. There’s a beer and wine bar as well. Highly recommend.“

“We stopped in to try their waffles and honestly loved it. The waffle was fresh and perfectly crispy, and pairing it with Turkish coffee made the whole experience even better. Everything tasted high quality and thoughtfully prepared. Such a great spot for dessert and coffee (not only Turkish coffee) definitely recommend checking it out!“

“A lovely place to get a drink and a bagel. The baristas are friendly and the coffee is medium roast. They're not trying to put hair on your chest. Bonus: the bathrooms are pristine and smell of mango.“

“Service was fast! The drinks and food were incredible. I’m a guy with a big appetite and the sandwich was very filling. I was impressed the quality of the biscuit, the egg, and the added bacon (extra thick!!)

Great aesthetic too. Top tier Cafe, absolutely.“

“Super Delicious breakfast in a cozy laid-back Atmosphere!!!“

“They are BUSY! Although we had a pretty long wait, the food was very good! Everyone in our party liked their bagels/breakfast sandwiches. Cute little place. I would return. I do wish it would’ve been less crowded, but they do good business!“

“The Grasshopper Toast was an amazing blend of flavors!“

“One of THE best gelatos you will ever have!! Will visit again“

“The best empanadas, ice cream and customer service!! We love the beef and ham/cheese flavors.“

“Does the fact that I go to Mercantile and Mash 4 days a week speak to any admiration I may have for it? 😂“

“Got some whole beans from my sister! Awesome coffee!!“

“When we travel to Charleston from WV we always visit WildFlour Pastry for a Hot chai and raspberry scone. 😋 This week was my daughters 21st Birthday so of course we went to WildFlour and purchased a Red Velvet Cake to celebrate. It was delicious!! The staff was very helpful and pleasant! Thank you for helping me to make my daughters birthday memorable! 🎂 🎈 Love from WV!“

“Absolutley Elegant place. Nice menu , friendly staff, good food & great service. The lady volinist playing there made our vist there so enjoyable! Well done!“

“Best Almond croissant. Mixed Berry tart too !“

“If you haven’t eaten at or had coffee/latte at City Lights Coffee, you are m.i.s.s.i.n.g o.u.t.!! The service is beyond friendly (and talented at their craft). Their sausage breakfast sandwich is crazy good. The coconut latte is my favorite. Great owners who care immensely about the neighborhood and their customers. They know (and remember) every customer! Wonderful location. Amazing art in the cafe. Everything about it is my new favorite coffee shop.“

“Clean, nice staff. Free wifi…very quiet.“

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First time at Dutch Bros and I totally get the hype now. I ordered a cold latte with protein milk and sugar-free caramel, and it was really good. I love espresso and dark roast coffee, and this hit the spot. It was about $6.45, which feels pretty average for the big coffee chains.

What really stood out, though, was the vibe. The staff was incredibly nice, helpful, and genuinely happy—yes, happy. That kind of energy makes such a difference. The place was busy, but it still felt upbeat and welcoming.

I work from home and don’t go out for coffee often since I have a dark roast I love, but if I’m out and see a Dutch Bros, I’ll definitely stop again. Next time, I’m getting the same drink with an extra shot of espresso.“

“Goooooood grief… SO glad we found this ice cream spot- it’s adorable and the ice cream is AMAZING!!!! Definitely recommend the flight. 😁“

“This was the most INCREDIBLE experience we have ever had at a Starbucks!!! Rio and the rest of the staff were so kind, personable and funny! We wish we had been able to stay longer so we could start our day this way every day! Thank you so very much for brightening our trip and providing so much joy!“

“Had to wait in a short line, but the owner let us know right away. I loved the transparency. It was a cool spot to hangout in and watch the nitrogen ice cream being made right in front of our eyes. The ice cream was to die for! I can’t wait to come back!“

“Got the peach tea with strawberry popping boba. Sooooooo good!!!! one of the best i've had. Friendly & fast service. Will definitely be back!“

“To be honest you guys your so nice to me. Was incredable to spent those days there, what kind a goog family you have in work. I love it, welcome to Tanzania at Tembo Coffee Company. Thanks.“

“recomendado amis paisanos y atodos“

“I go to this place like 2-3 times or more a week. Che, one of the baristas (I think that's the right term...lol) is a jack of all trades, she is very well equipped to make everything on the menu and almost any other thing you ask. She is pleasant and willing to make customers exactly what they want. PJs is definitely on top of my list!“

“5.0 the best to go breakfast I've ever had. Locally sourced and organic. Amazing staff too.“

“Had really good jot latte and a wonderful brown sugar oat milk shaken espresso and the prices were very affordable for Starbucks and well prepared. They had muffins yogurt parfaits and fruit and at hotel prices yet coffee was well priced. Great for quick morning g coffee especially since I didn’t have a car and then Starbucks was half hour walk. Enjoyed having it right on the lobby

Parking: Maybe quickly in front of hotel and run in

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy to enter through lobby and reach“