1. Indaco
8.8
526 King St (at Woolfe St), Charleston, SC
Italian Restaurant · Cannonborough - Elliottborough · 30 tips and reviews
CITY GRIT: Three must haves - Brussels Pizza, Black Pepper Tagliatelle, & the Burrata!
Geoff Yost: Definitely go for the tasting menu - you make no decisions and everything will delight.
Eater: Indaco is the hip new spot to visit for pizza, pasta and negronis. The pies feature perfectly crisp crusts and the toppings are inventive. Dishes are thoughtful derivations of classic Italian flavors.
3. Peninsula Grill
8.8
112 N Market St, Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 47 tips and reviews
David Thomas: The halibut, goat cheese mashed potatoes, and side of carrots were all amazing.
Julia Lovett: Eat the coconut cake!
Eater: The service is attentive, the dining room is stunning & the food is beautiful. Everyone talks about the famous coconut cake, but the Banana “Panna Cotta” Pudding is also outstanding. [Eater 18 Member]
4. Oak Steakhouse
8.8
17 Broad St, Charleston, SC
Steakhouse · Charlestowne · 37 tips and reviews
Brad Totherow: Try an Innis & Gunn, wood barrel aged for 77 days. Perfect with the Filet!
John Rector: Oak Steakhouse is probably the best restaurant in downtown Charleston. Don't worry about parking - they offer a valet service. Just pull up in front on Broad Street and wait for an attendant.
Amanda Jennings: Perfect for a Sunday dinner or any night of the week! Fabulous food & service. The BEST in Charleston Read more.
5. The Cocktail Club
8.6
479 King St (at Ann St), Charleston, SC
Cocktail Bar · Radcliffeborough · 48 tips and reviews
Hattie Stroud: Bourbon matcha latte cocktail: bourbon, matcha, lime, mint, coconut milk.
Jasmine Beck: The New Fall Cocktail List is Incredible! Check it out!
William Creech: One of the coolest atmospheres in charleston, great drinks, cool terrace out back, and awesome talented bartenders!
Andrew Erman: Amazing. Kacey the server is awesome.
Big E: The grits and the greens are the best, this side of glory! Also the crab cake is the real deal! One of our favorite spots in Charleston.
Roxanna Lede: The fountain, grill oysters, mussels, fish dip and the service it’s incredible!! Ask for Jeff 🤗👌
7. Stars Rooftop
8.4
495 King St (btwn Morris & Radcliffe St), Charleston, SC
Cocktail Bar · Radcliffeborough · 48 tips and reviews
Chuck Roberts: The food is wonderful, as are the drinks. The restaurant itself has a very comfortable feel, with lots of leather and wood. We enjoyed our filets and will be returning soon
Jay Benson: Best new rooftop bar in Charleston! Great wine list.
The Tastes that Make the City: The Stars Rooftop is the best outdoor seating in Charleston, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Charleston. Read more.
8. Hank's Seafood
8.4
10 Hayne St (at Church St), Charleston, SC
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Charleston · 79 tips and reviews
Stark S: Seared tuna tar tar was extremely good. Between the crab fingers, oysters casino, and the tuna, everything was very good. Highly recommended.
Leah Pepper: Best seafood in town! Get the seafood tower and the grouper!!!
Eater: Consistency is the name of the game at Hank’s and the food is always fantastic. The grouper is a solid dish, but for the wow factor go for the seafood tower! [Eater 18 Member]
9. The Macintosh
479B King St (att Ann St), Charleston, SC
American Restaurant · Radcliffeborough · 66 tips and reviews
Jennifer Grove: Went for restaurant week earlier this year and everything we had was amazing!!
Eater: The Macintosh is a favorite for brunch, dinner and their Bacon Happy Hour (named after chef Jeremiah Bacon), where a small, pork-y dish is $5. [Eater 18 Member]
Jackie: Not many vegetarian options, but that's OK. The atmosphere and service make up for it.