What Charleston cooks, plate by plate.
27 cuisines represented in our Charleston guide. Click through to the entry to see editor picks, what to order and how to book. Want a wider lens? All cuisines in this country or global cuisines index.
American BBQ4 restaurants
Asian fusion2 restaurants
Bakery6 restaurants
Brewery5 restaurants
Brunch8 restaurants
Burgers1 restaurant
Cafe12 restaurants
Cocktail bar8 restaurants
French bistro2 restaurants
Fried chicken4 restaurants
Indian1 restaurant
Italian6 restaurants
Japanese sushi1 restaurant
Lowcountry13 restaurants
Modern European3 restaurants
New American7 restaurants
Pizzeria3 restaurants
Seafood5 restaurants
Sichuan1 restaurant
Soul food10 restaurants
Spanish1 restaurant
Spanish tapas1 restaurant
Steakhouse2 restaurants
Street food11 restaurants
Taqueria1 restaurant
Tasting menu1 restaurant
Wine bar7 restaurants
Guided tour · 2.5 hours
Explore Charleston's City Market in the historic downtown district on a guided foodie walking tour. Learn about the city's history while enjoying tastings of Lowcountr...
Guided tour · 2.5 hours
Experience the flavors of Charleston with the help of local guides. Delve into over 300 years of culinary history as you taste your way through the historic city center.
Day trip · 5.5 hours
Explore the beauty of the rural Charleston Lowcountry on this Wadmalaw Island day trip. Visit the Angel Oak Tree, sip on tea at Charleston Tea Garden, and enjoy a wine...