11 Best Dive Bars near Charleston

Big John's Tavern Bar • $$
251 East Bay Street, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Cheese Short Rib Brussels Sprouts
Duck Nachos and Bavarian Pretzel
Smoked Deviled Eggs
Holy City Pilsner
Clothesline Bacon
Chicken Tenders
Chicken Fingers
Extra Hot Wings
Beef Tartare
Smoked Wings

“I have a long, productive day where I celebrating accepting a new job with CPI Security and hanging out with Dad today who lives adlund the corner on Society. Both my parents came here back in the 60's. It was phenomenal and very enjoyable! They staff killer - very friendly. Also, I'm a former craft cocktail bartender with a fairly refined palette and that Manhattan was fire! 🔥✌🏼“

4.4 Superb241 Reviews
Recovery Room Tavern Bar • $
685 King Street, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

The Ultimate Burger
French Fries Basket
Jalapeno Poppers
Cheese Burger
Chicken Parm
Cheese Pizza
Tater Tachos
Onion Rings
Tater Tots
Corn Dogs

“Friendly as hell. I was surprised at how friendly everyone was. The bartenders, the patrons. Very nice. I got some corn dogs and they were absolutely what I needed with beer. So that works. Really cool place. The coolest dive I've visited in Charleston so far.“

4.6 Superb261 Reviews
The Royal American Bar & Grill • $
970 Morrison Drive, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Bake Pimento Cheese with Pork Rinds and Ritz Crackers
Guinness Stout Breakfast of Champions
Royal Cheeseburger with Fries
The Royal American Hamburger
Royal Burger and Fries
Housemade Potato Skins
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Philly Cheesesteak
Cajun Chicken Wrap
Hot Dog and Fries

“Nice place to hang around!“

4.5 Superb305 Reviews
Salty Mike's Bar • $$
9 Lockwood Drive, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Big Mike's Clam Chowder
Lowcountry Hashbrowns

“Had a great atmosphere with people of all ages, pool tables, other games and a great bar. The drinks and food were great too!!“

4.3 Superb168 Reviews
Tin Roof Bar • $
1117 Magnolia Road, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Tater Tots with Chili and Jalapeno Pimento Cheese

“Ultimate dive bar, love it! Quick question- is the angry chick death metal playlist from corporate or just a Wednesday, Thursday , Friday , Saturday thing?“

4.5 Superb165 Reviews
Cutty's Bar • $
227 Saint Philip Street, Charleston

“Stay fresh ya cheese bags…“

4.2 Good98 Reviews
Burns Alley Tavern Bar • $
354B King Street, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Miller High Life
Wings

“100% recommend for out of towners. We felt so at home here. The owner is an incredible guy.“

4.3 Superb269 Reviews
Frontier Lounge Bar • $$
135 Calhoun Street, Charleston

“Awesome place & great bartenders“

3.7 Good48 Reviews
Ge Le's International Lounge Cocktail Bar • $$
4624 Dorchester Road, North Charleston - 7.45 miles

“come in as a stranger and leave as a friend!“

4.5 Superb77 Reviews
The Purple Buffalo Bar • $
2702 Azalea Drive, North Charleston - 4.95 miles

“Great spot. Highly recommend“

4.4 Superb100 Reviews
Sand Dollar Social Club Bar • $
7 Center Street, Folly Beach - 8.4 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pilsner

“Fast Friendl grate bands, I had a good time Joey was my bartender. He's good at sparking conversation. He worked his was up and down the bar chatting with everyone, while also keeping your glass full. It is a cash only bar, but they have an ATM. I bar hopped the whole weekend this is the spot I recommend.“

4.3 Superb118 Reviews