50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near James Island

“We had an awesome experience at Kwei Fei! Loved the food and the spice, drinks were good and service was the best with Katie. She was very attentive to our needs and had some great recommendations to what to eat as it was our first experience there. All was great!“

“I got the bacon cheeseburger with a gluten free bun. It was amazing!“

“The best sandwich I have ever had from a store.“

“FABULOUS smoked brisket/turkey ...sides are southern at its best...Local favorite....can't wait to go back!!!!!“

“Great experience,fast friendly service“

“Jason was amazing! Fritters even better than Jason!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“OMG, The food, service and overall experience was amazing. Dan and the guys behind the bar made sure it was an excellent experience. Will be going back every year on St. Patrick’s day.🍀“

“We were at Halls Chop House on April 12th for our 50th Anniversary. We have been to a lot of great restaurants in our time together but none compare to Halls! The level of kindness and service is unmatched. Our meal was outstanding! Brooke, our server was an absolute delight!“

“Good food, good service. Quite a few gluten free options which I was very happy about; they also have a rice pasta that can be substituted in most dishes. Tasty cocktails. Enjoyed the ambiance. Definitely plan to return.“

“Food is amazing, service is fantastic, atmosphere is so fun!“

“Amazing food and awesome staff. Highly recommend.“

“Get the ricotta gnocchi with the truffle service!“

“Great creative seafood. One of my favorites every Charleston visit.“

“Simply perfection! The oyster selection is otherworldly. The chargrilled oysters the best Ive had in my life. (Florida born an culinary chef.) The peel & eat shrimp so plump and served ice cold I have craved them since I had them. The service was above and beyond. The atmosphere encouraged private chatter but also conversation with next table easily. Friendly and cheerful and above all excellent food served with smiles, suggestions, and ease. I will never visit Charleston again without making sure to dine here. (Do not eat the soup. I actually sent it back to the kitchen. Never have I had to do that. ) Highly recommend again and again for everything else.“

“Best restaurant in Charleston! It really is a must!“

“I had such a positive experience as I was able to be on vacation with my dog and sit outside while enjoying half-price delicious wine, and great food.“

“It was an unplanned visit to High Cotton. Our party was very underdressed. The hostess was quite pompous and gave the impression we should go elsewhere. Obviously if it was a planned dinner we would have been well dressed. The food was exceptional. The staff were incredible. But our waiter, Jamal, made our experience very memorable. He made sure we were welcome despite our attire. Jamal and my 11 year old grandson became good friends for the evening. Jamal was impressed with my grandson's order of a pot of mussels in garlic sauce, smoked duck, lobster mac and cheese and strawberry shortcake. Jamal was the highlight of our evening. Our family highly recommend you ask for Jamal if you visit High Cotton. The next visit we will look our finest and definitely ask for Jamal.“

“Charming southern fare in a beautiful Victorian setting! The shrimp dumplings are a standout—perfectly seasoned and bursting with flavor. The cozy, historic ambiance adds to the experience, making it a must-visit spot in Charleston. Great service and a menu that truly captures the essence of Southern cuisine. Highly recommend!“

“Dinner was very good & everyone was so very nice. Had reservations & they seated us at 5. It was Mothers Day& graduation week so they were really busy BUT no one made us feel rushed. We will definitely come back..“

“When you go sit at the kitchen counter. Loved watching the cooks.“

“The best, freshest seafood! Best fish taco i ever put in my mouth. And love the atmosphere!“

“I can confidently say it was one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had! Although we didn’t have a reservation, the staff went above and beyond to accommodate our large party and quickly arranged a lovely table for our group. When we asked for recommendations, our waiter suggested a family-style three-course meal, and we couldn’t be happier with his suggestion! Each course was beautifully presented, and simply delicious. From appetizers to desserts, every dish was crafted with care and creativity. It was a wonderful way to experience the menu and share in the joy of great food together. If you’re ever in the area, do yourself a favor and dine here—you won’t regret it! Thank you for an amazing experience; I can’t wait to return!“

“The food was 10 out 10!! The seafood mac & cheese was my favorite!“

“Had a great lunch! Enjoyed my veggie burger and vegan mac & cheese! Thanks & L'shanah tovah!“

“I have mixed feelings. Our first visit was over a decade ago and it was wonderful. Our anniversary was yesterday and it was an ok experience. We sat in the courtyard AB’s was placed under the above heater. We started smelling gas and the heat never reached the table area. So we were freezing. The appetizers were wonderful. The couple got seated next to us ten minutes after us and received their food first. Was told about different and best food options and a dessert menu. We were not given either. Bbq in the shrimp and grits was over powering any other flavor. Husband got fish and grits and it was excellent. Not a 0 but I’m in no hurry to go back or recommend to anyone else. Ruined my anniversary to be honest….“

“We stopped by for brunch as walk-ins and were told there’d be a 30-minute wait. True to their word, our table was ready right on time. We ordered a Bloody Mary with pepper vodka (cucumber vodka was also an option), the crab soup, and the brunch burger. The flavors were outstanding, and the portions were generous—so much so that we didn’t have room for dessert. The staff were friendly, the atmosphere was vibrant, and the turnover of tables kept the energy fresh. No complaints—just a fantastic brunch experience!“

“Service, ambiance, and cuisine all extraordinary! Now one of my favorite restaurants of all time! Thank you Shane and your expert staff!!“

“Excellent meal and staff!“

“There are legitimately not enough good words to say about how great this place is... Every meal here is like a holiday with the family or a warm blanket. The menu rotates, so there's always a reason to come back again. Seriously, if you're reading this, it's time to head to Bertha's 💯🔥“

“Came for lunch today and the food, service and portions were great! Highly recommend the Buttermilk Catfish Sandwich with the sauce that comes with truffle fries instead of mayo!“

“Yet another great experience at Charleston Grill. We try to come here whenever we visit Charleston. The service is always awesome and the food is great. You get what you pay for... it's not inexpensive. The Crab Cake is always a great appetizer. And the scallops are beautiful prepared. We'll be back!“

“we had dinner there last night with 35 guests.we were served family style and everything was delicious.service was excellent even with the large crowd
That was probably the best prime rib I’ve had in a long time
Thanks for making our night special
Jack Krauss“

“Wonderful Poke bowls❤️ Yummy juices and coffee“

“absolute best sushi and sashimi I've ever had“

“Best meal, service, and atmosphere we've had in Charleston! All our food was delicious, but the shrimp and grits was out of this world! Best decision we made was to eat there.“

“amazing service and some of the best food I've ever eaten“

“The food was amazing the crystal was an amazing server prompt attentive ever though the whole restaurant was slammed 10 out of 10 would ear here again“

“When you find a fine Cajun restaurant with a standout muffuletta, "Laissez les bon temps rouller!!"“

“I have coined a phrase “I’m Loyal to Royal”. As a foodie, when it comes to quality food, fresh seafood , great ambiance and amazing staff they have no equal! In the past two years my mission was to try every item on the menu. Finally accomplished that feat and Royal Tern is still a 5 star rating. They also have non-menu specials that knock it out of the ballpark“

“The sliced brisket sandwich was the best hands-down I’ve ever had!“

“Phenomenal food and atmosphere. Get the “dessert bread” appetizer if you come. Had the grouper on special and it was incredible“

“I tried only the Pulpo and the Bomba. By far the Bomba was the best. I expected the Pulpo be more grilled but it was great, not chewy but soft and tender.

The latino (forgot his name) server was very kind and knowledgeable of the dishes.“

“Absolutely nothing disappointed at Burwell’s. The food. The ambience. The service (Mylie!). All impeccable. We started with the deviled eggs which all future deviled eggs will now be compared to. Seriously — amazing. Next, we split the Caesar salad. Finally, we were wanting great steak, and we got it! My husband ordered the filet with the steakhouse classic presentation and the horseradish. He is a huge steak fanatic and very picky, and he appreciated the flavors and said he would definitely return. I got the flat iron wagyu and filet duo on the lava stone. I also ordered the side of Mac and cheese. The steak was melt-in-your-mouth good. I enjoyed the béarnaise and horseradish. My husband tried the house steak sauce and also enjoyed it. We were too stuffed to order dessert, but they did bring us two cookies the pastry chef designed, and my word I’ve never had better cookies. Brown butter s’mores. Delicious. Don’t pass up Burwell’s!!“

“Thank you for having Charleston Society of Horror yesterday for our monthly meeting! We had a wonderful time. The food was great, service was even better and we will be back.“

“1st time eating there and OMG!! Delicious!!! Must try the pork rind nachos .. it’s a must!!“

“just a great experience, food , wine and service.“

“We were In Charleston for a quick 2 day visit and wanted to eat great food. After eating at Amen Street for dinner the first night we knew this was the BEST in town so didn’t venture any further the second night. The oysters 🦪 were fabulous whether in shooters or baked! Great fresh fish and shrimp and even the salads were delicious. Highly recommend! We even went to their sister restaurant while staying in Isle of Palms.“

“First time in Charleston, SC and the first spot to eat while here and what a great first choice!! Shawn was our server and he was great and friendly!! We had the bookmaker sandwich which was fantastic! The Guinness beef stew was amazing! Definitely try the shepherds pie which was so freaking good! We came on an open mic night and all the entertainers were great. All in all great place for sure, if you are in the area make sure you stop in and enjoy the food and atmosphere. Next time I’m in town I will most def be back! Thanks Shawn for a great experience!“

“A real gem! We stopped in for a drink and to perhaps try a "plate"
We were there for 4hrs.
The atmosphere is fresh, yet cozy. It's a tiny place, so everyone is right there, attentive to our needs. The music is relaxing yet upbeat, transporting you out to the world and yet not too loud for conversation! The menu looks simple but when you eat from it, you realize how thoughtfully put together each dish is! Pistachio-Parmesan Salad, Shrimp Toast were our picks and were both outstanding.“

“Big Shout Out to Tina our server today at Metro Diner ! She was Wonderful! She came right over with a beautiful smile and took our beverage order. We told her we knew what we wanted. She had no problem taking our food order. She even made a suggestion to my husband that saved him a few cents. She was a ray of Sunshine. She was very attentive. She checked on us several times. The food is great! The staff is great! Their cooks know what they are doing!! You can aee they all work as a team ! We have never had a bad meal there!!“