Listing Directory: General

  • Rivayat

    This tony Rutledge Street spot showcases the flavors of coastal Indian cuisine alongside a host of specialties spanning the subcontinent. Let the well-versed waitstaff guide you through the vibrant menu, which features gems such as smoky tandoori oysters, garam masala-dressed “Idukku Gold” chicken nuggets, and nine variations of naan.

  • Timber pizza co

    Step up to the counter at this Charleston outpost of the DC-based pizzeria for a bevy of wood-fired personal pies, from the classic margherita to creative combinations, such as The Lot with slow-roasted pork, bread-and-butter jalapenos, pineapple, and cilantro. Empanadas, inventive salads, and South Mountain Creamery desserts round out the offerings.  

  • Chef Daniel Humm X The Charleston Place

    Lauded for guiding Manhattan’s Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park through various reincarnations, chef Daniel Humm presents a year-long residency with The Charleston Place. The contemporary fine dining pop-up features a four-course, prix-fixe menu starting at $135. Offerings range from radish carpaccio to a delicate but decadent butter-poached lobster to baked Alaska, flamed tableside and meant for…

  • Allora

    Inspired by the coastal charm of the Amalfi region, this downtown Italian joint features a multitude of places to linger, including a plush, pink dining room and lofty rooftop bar. Go for the sumptuous pork ragù served with a cloud of creamy ricotta, or a tableful of crudi and antipasti plates. Short on time? Grab…

  • Iron Rose

    Iron Rose

    Enjoy contemporary Southern fare and creative cocktails in this fashionable restaurant found in the courtyard of the Mills House. Pair one of the signature sips with small bites or filling entrees, which range from a rich oyster and shrimp stew ladled over Carolina gold rice to a cider-braised pork shank, or enjoy a hearty weekend…

  • Cane Pazzo

    Cane Pazzo

    Chef-owner Mark Bolchoz delivers a flame-kissed Italian menu and downtown energy at this spot in Hanahan that specializes in elevating local, seasonal ingredients. Dishes—including inventive, house-made pastas and the roasted pork chop dressed in a sweet pepper relish—are meant for sharing, though you may be tempted to keep the tiramisu for yourself.

  • Two Bit Club 

    Two Bit Club 

    Tucked inside the new Hotel Richemont, Two Bit Club brings bold, Southeast Asian flavors to Society Street, with Vietnamese staples—spring rolls, bánh mì, and pho—as well as a coconut-tamarind yellowtail ceviche and Happy Tiger steak. With lush interiors, a buzzy bar, and patio seating, it’s an energetic spot in the heart of downtown.

  • Kooben Café Mexicano

    Discover an array of refined cocina Mexicana—from French toast with dulce de leche and mazapán-topped lattes to pork empanadas—at this inviting brunch spot in Hanahan. Run by the owners of El Molino supermarkets and the next-door La Tapatía tienda, the menu is authentic and approachable, with heartier lunch options ranging from tender menudo to flaky…

  • Shiki

    Tucked just off East Bay Street, this hidden, family-run gem is known for pristine sashimi and creative rolls like the Super Crunch and Lemon Salmon. Chef Park brings New York-level precision to cuts like sake toro and scallop, while curated sake pairings and the wood-paneled sushi bar elevate the experience. For a splurge, try the…

  • Pelato

    Pelato

    Brooklyn-style, Italian-American fare awaits at this new trattoria opened by the Scotto family of New York restaurant fame. Swing by the nostalgic dining room for a menu of comforting, shareable plates such as chicken Parmigiana; flaky, golden potato croquettes; and an especially seductive Sunday Sauce. Photos by Aleece Sophia.