What to order at Hyman's Seafood

Must order
She-crab soup and a fried-fish plate with hushpuppies.
Signature dishes
She-crab soup, Fried local seafood
Editor tip
No reservations; arrive before 17:30 or expect a 45-minute wait. Hush puppies are free.
CuisineSeafood, Lowcountry
Price$$$
NeighborhoodDowntown
HoursMon-Wed 11:00-21:00, Thu-Sat 11:00-22:00, Sun 11:00-21:00
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Address: 215 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401

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TipBook on OpenTable. Courtyard seats are the best in the house.

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