47 Best Southern Restaurants in Charleston

“Great food! Great service!“

“Beautiful propertyGreat barClean facilityFriendly serviceI have been dreaming to eat at one of Sean Brocks restaurants for a long time. Finally found myself in Charleston for business and made my move.Man am I glad I did! It did not disappoint.I wanted to try everything, but one can only eat so much ?I wish I could come back with 3 hungry friends, so we can order everything on the menu and go family-style.If you are in town, do not miss the opportunity to eat at Husk!“

“Excellent service! The atmosphere was an amazing place to grab a drink and/or eat for the evening while socializing.“

“Amazing food with unique variations. Friendly professional staff in a Charleston casual atmosphere.“

“This is a down home funky southern restaurant serving primarily oysters and fried chicken in a converted garage. So for that reason they get 5 stars. The food was good, the roasted oysters were great, beer was cold, sides were enough to share service was attentive. They don’t take reservations for party less than six so you can expect to wait if you go at prime time. It a pretty popular place.Parking: Primarily a residential neighborhood so parking can be sparse. They do have a free parking lot but it’s small. Neighborhood not the best so be aware walking at night“

“Brunch was Fantastic! Had Scallop Benny & Shrimp & Grits. Outdoor & indoor seating. Great service & atmosphere!!“

“This was an incredible find on our East Coast trip. The best gumbo we've ever had. I'm glad this was my first shrimp and grits It was a perfect balance of creamy and toothy with delicious pink shrimp. The service and attention to detail was spot on.“

“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!“

“Great food and service. Our waiter offered suggestions and was attentive. We ordered the smoked fish dip and bread as appetizers, she had the pasta and I had the rice dish. We also had cocktails and wine. All were terrific.I only have one suggestion, to expand or add more variety to the beer list. Not a big deal as everything else was amazing.“

“When you eat at Bertha's, it is like visiting family who have been eager to see you. Before you even open the front door, the aroma of delicious food fills the air and invites you to come in. Once you do walk in, the sounds of laugher and good company let you know that you've shown up at the right place. Savor every moment and be reminded of a what a good family meal really means.When my family and I visited Bertha's, we knew little about it, but we were greeted with the warmest hospitality. We did not feel like strangers, but like another member of the family. And the staff at Bertha's made sure that we were well-fed.The fried chicken was fresh and piping hot. The red rice was bursting with flavor. The mac & cheese was warm and comforting. And each bite of my meal just made me want to have another bite.Thank you, Bertha's Kitchen! It was a meal I will not soon forget!“

“Ms. Roses is a fantastic place for lunch or dinner in West Ashley! Location is convenient for anyone around Charleston, which makes it a great place for meeting friends who live all over town. My friend and I met for lunch. I had the Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich with Sweet Potato fries. Our server was very friendly! Excellent customer service. Looking forward to visiting here again for another special occasion.“

“Delicious biscuits! I had a sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit - it was flaky and flavorful. The lady at the counter was friendly, sweet, and kind; she even gave me a sticker, and a card to entice me to come back. I also bought some mixes, and a package of their sausage biscuits (for later). We even went to a nearby Publix store for their pimento cheese (they were out at the shop). Yum!“

“Wonderful atmosphere. Friendly staff…“

“The food is delicious! The best she crab soup in Charleston“

“Amazing food and drinks with great service.“

“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..“

“This restaurant has the most beautiful ambience. It has outdoor seating in nooks and crannies among absolutely gorgeous tropical foliage with fans and breezes keeping it so comfortable. The food is wonderful and the service is superb. It has history and elegance.“

“Had a solo intimate birthday dinner here, while visiting SC. Wonderful dining experience, service, and atmosphere. To top it off my server told me my whole tab was covered by a complete stranger, who did not want to reveal themselves. If you ever see this review…THANK YOU!“

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“Great little place. I enjoyed my vegan sandwich. Garrett is very pleasant, made my day.“

“We've been wanting to come here for a few years and we're so glad we did.Not only was this the best brunch I've had in my whole life, but it's just some of the best food in general.The atmosphere is perfect. It's cute, cozy, and accommodating. We ate on the upper outdoor deck and really enjoyed being there.Our server was so friendly and attentive and she made really helpful suggestions as well as made sure we were constantly taken care of and enjoyed ourselves. (I'm awful with remembering names, but the sweet blonde girl with the great lash extensions Sunday, we love you!)The biscuits and coffee alone were heaven and it was in the moment I took my first sip of that amazing ready to drink temp coffee and that first bite of that soft fluffy biscuit with whipped honey butter that I knew how I wanted to die.(It's with that coffee and biscuit.)We got the pimento cheese fritters for a starter and they were market and fried too perfection, but the star of the appetizer was that bacon jam because holy cow! Flavor explosion.The heavy and biscuit was too sour for and the bacon was cooked to perfection.The chicken and waffle was the perfect balance of savory and sweet with perfectly fried chicken and a thick fluffy waffle with amazing packed and just the right amount of syrup.I got the banana pudding pancakes and let me tell you, best in my life ever! At first when I saw this dish was pancakes and not French toast, I had my reservations about it. (How dare they? French toast is superior!)I'm a pancake hater. They usually get soft and mushy and I'm extremely picky about a pancake.This pancake was PERFECT! Slightly crisp edges, but still soft and fluffy. The pressing filling was the perfect sweetness and it had just enough syrup, too. Just wow! I streamed about it last night.Portion sizes were generous enough to fill up s competitive bodybuilder and her very hungry husband to the brim.Our brunch dates mean a lot to us and this experience was incredible.We can't wait to come back.“

“Our valet recommended for a cool place with good food close to the Moxy Charleston. It is about a 2 minute walk from the hotel. GREAT FOOD and SERVICE! We were pleasantly surprised that such a small local place had such great food! We will make it a must visit on future trips!!“

“This place is amazing. Wasn't sure what to get, so the nice lady recommended the squeaking goat. She told me it's been featured on television--I forget what show. Wow. This did not disappointed. I'm usually not a fan of goat cheese but it was so good on it. Plus with the fresh biscuit and chicken. Wow!! Also ordered an iced cinnamon biscuit on the aide, and maple vanilla latte. Yum!!“

“Nice bartender. Good location and it was little uncomfortable early part but as it got darker it cooled off. I had flat bread but wish there are better choices to spend a full evening vs going to different place for real dinner. Overall, it is good experience.“

“Oh boy, let me taco 'bout Taco Boy in Charleston, SC! First off, let me shell out the basics: this place is nacho average taco joint. It's a fiesta of flavors that'll make you wanna salsa dance right there on the beach!Now, I'm a simple man. I like my lawn mowed, my jokes dad-level, and my tacos packed with flavor. And let me tell you, Taco Boy doesn't disappoint. Their tacos are like a treasure chest of taste, and I'm not just spicing things up here. The **Carnitas Taco**? More like Car-NEAT-as, because it's the neatest little package of pork you'll ever eat. And the **Fish Taco**? It's off the hook! Literally, it must've been swimming yesterday because it's that fresh.The atmosphere? It's like if a beach party and a family BBQ had a baby. It's casual, it's fun, and there's enough sun to go around. The decor is as colorful as the language I use when I stub my toe on the beach chair—vibrant and full of life!Now, let's taco 'bout the service. The staff at Taco Boy are the real MVPs. They're quicker than me running to the thermostat when someone touches it. And they're friendlier than me when I see the neighbor's dog—always happy to see ya!But wait, there's more! The **margaritas** are so good, they'll make you forget about your long "to-dew" list. And the **chips and guac**? Holy guacamole, it's like dipping into heaven.So, if you're in Charleston and looking for a place that's got more charm than a dad's puns at a family gathering, head on over to Taco Boy. It's a place where every day is Taco Tuesday, and the only thing better than the food is the company.Taco Boy is the place to be if you're looking to spice up your life with some good eats and great beats. And remember, if you don't like tacos, I'm nacho type of guy! Keep it cheesy, Charleston!“

“Second time coming to Poogan's and it was once again that best restaurant we hit on our trip! The food was delicious, all of their homemade sauces are amazing, and the drinks came out great! The sandwiches are packed with meat and definitely worth the stop! We can't wait to stop in next year!“

“Everything was delish. Grilled sourdough bread was wonderful. Maybe the best she-crab soup I ever ate. The creamed corn with Benton's Bacon was AMAZING (iykyk). The Velvet Elvis dessert with yet MORE Benton's Bacon was to-die for.Shout out to server Haley for being awesome.“

“Just left Gillies with a group of about 42 people and the service, food and family atmosphere encouraged me to write a review (which I hardly ever do). The food was the best I’ve experienced from a restaurant in some time and would highly recommend a visit to taste for yourself! ???“

“Everything was awesome! Food, drinks and dessert! Our waitress, Grace, was top notch! So friendly and attentive! Loved her! Great restaurant!“

“For an expensive fine dining restaurant, the food was adequate but the side dishes selection was minimal. They really need to add some items like Charleston rice, sauteed Brussels, etc the potatoes were average; nothing spectacular, and chunky...Dessert selection ok.“

“Enjoyed the walk around the property. House tour was probably not necessary. The animals were fun to watch. I suspected the articles that said this had the prettiest gardens of surrounding plantations were wrong because they weren't that great. Wasn't a fan of the nymph. Overall enjoyed.“

“I cannot recommend this restaurant enough! Perfect experience all around. The fried chicken sandwiches were absolutely wonderful, as were the hash browns and cheese fries. The donuts were tasty, though they could have used a little more filling. I really appreciate how fresh all of the food items were and the service was very kind and prompt. The facility was very clean and in a great location.“

“Last night was my first time at Ellis Creek. Now I understand was their parking lot is always packed! Had my first soft shell crab sandwich of the season and the kitchen did it right! Excellent!!! The onion rings were fantastic! The staff was on point! Great dinner!!“

“WOW! Very pleasantly surprised! The food was amazing! Daniel was the perfect host, explaining all the different foods and we were never rushed! We were visiting our son, his family and we’re from Florida. We’ll be back! I wish I could give it 10 Stars!“

“Nice that you could check in on line on the way there. Food was good but could have been much hotter.“

“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“

“Was looking for some good BBQ, in particular Briscket, and landed at Southern Roots Smokehouse. After receiving a very friendly greeting and tips on the food selection; my family and I enjoyed a very delicious meal. Two of us had the plates and one had the brisket burger. Both of which were very good. So good that we ended up ordering some extra banana pudding. Overall the service, the food, and the atmosphere was very enjoyable and would defiantly visit again.“

“What a wonderful round table for the six of us! The service was efficient, informative, and very accmmodating. Drinks and wine started us out in a good mood with high expectations of the appetizers to follow. We were not disappointed. The tasty brussel sprouts even made a convert of one of our group - after many years of avoidance of same. The she crab soup and devilled crab were first rate. Our entrees were delicious and presented beautifully. We all enjoyed the experience very much.“

“At at Toast All Day!! Teri was an awesome bartender and took care of all our needs. Great food and atmosphere.“

“wonderful place to unwind and socialize. the cook has amazing specials“

“I had family in town and thought this might be fun. I have seen the views of charleston many times. The weather was hot but the AC on the boat was working great. The food was very good and the service was great as well.My family had a very enjoyable evening and the dinner cruise is worth the price.Except for the service fee they charge for each ticket.“

“Our server Erica was very helpful in helping us make it to our appointment with time to spare! She was very friendly and professional. Great attitude and smile. We ate yummy food and had great service. The young girl at the front desk was very sweet as well!“

“Brunch was Fantastic! Had Scallop Benny & Shrimp & Grits. Outdoor & indoor seating. Great service & atmosphere!!“

“The food was incredible and our server, Courtney B was outstanding!! Courtney helped us select the perfect items and she made it fun!! Awesome!“

“Shout out to the staff. Always friendly and pleasant! The fried chicken and fried pork chops are the BEST! So yummy!!!“

“Delicious brunch. Wonderful friendly staff. Warm atmosphere.“

“Trotters is truly a hidden gem. It's a great place to have dinner with your family and actually be able to hear each other talk. Anthony is our favorite waiter. He has been there for years and takes great care of us. The owner Jimmy is often there as well. The food here is DELICIOUS. Because it's inside of The Town and Country Inn they have a very wide selection of items on the menu. This works for our family when we can't decide what we want . There is something here for everyone. I have never had a bad meal here. The fried chicken is the best in town. I also love their fried flounder. I highly recommend checking them out.“