Listing Directory: General

  • MOMO

    New York has long had Tavern on the Green. Now, North Charleston has park-side dining of its own at Riverfront Park. The raw bar’s oysters and ceviche are joined by small plates like roasted-carrot hummus and smoked chicken thighs with peanuts and hot maple sauce. Burgers, fried chicken sandwiches, and a few hefty plates like…

  • Pink Bellies

    Pink Bellies

    Chef-owner Thai Phi’s eclectic Vietnamese menu includes bun cha gio (pork noodle salad), spicy lamb dumplings, and the beloved garlic noodles, as well as an In-N-Out “animal-style” double burger. Local brews, such as Westbrook White Thai, and a slew of fun cocktails wash it down. Counter service ensures dishes, and diners, move quickly. Photo credit:…

  • Mondo’s

    Like the best of James Island’s restaurants, ­Mondo’s serves good food without any of the fuss of similar cafés found downtown. Join the many regulars at this spot for primo pastas—such as the Italian sausage lasagna and penne with vodka sauce.

  • Pink Cactus

    An ode to Oaxaca, one of Mexico’s gastronomic capitals, Pink Cactus offers several vibrant, savory sauces that embolden its tacos, enchiladas, tortas, and more. Pop by on Thursdays for tacos de birria.

  • Muse

    Occupying a charming Italianate single house, this restaurant and wine bar serves up Mediterranean cuisine, combining pasta, dates, and Eastern spices with seafood and meats, which creates a happy harmony of flavors. Plus you can count on a handful of Italian standbys: carbonara, tagliatelle Bolognese, and veal scaloppini.

  • Poe’s Tavern

    Poe’s Tavern

    The lively scene at this beloved tavern—with patio seating that’s always packed on sunny days—belies the morose tendencies of its namesake poet. Try the mouthwatering mahi-mahi tacos or Edgar’s Nachos, kicked up by jalapeños and all the fixings. The burgers—your choice of beef, chicken, or veggie—are serious contenders for the best in town. We love…

  • La Tela Pizzeria

    This casual, family-friendly operation in Freshfields Village is a favorite for atmosphere and food. Come for specialty pizzas, pastas, and mozzarella—all made in-house—or try a butternut squash salad. The kitchen works with local farmers to provide seasonal and traditional Italian dishes.

  • Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint

    You could fill up on pit standards like the brisket, pulled pork, or turkey at this barbecue outpost from West Tennessee. But don’t miss the outliers, like the fried catfish “Redneck Taco” served on a hoecake, smothered in slaw. The hickory baked beans are just one of many stellar sides.

  • Langdon’s

    Langdon’s

    This Mount Pleasant fine-dining institution from chef-owner Patrick Owens thrills the palate with food that is simple yet exquisitely prepared. Start with the goat cheese gnocchi with prosciutto, roasted tomatoes, spinach, and basil, then move on to an entrée such as the bone-in Berkshire pork chop, rack of lamb, or Hawaiian tuna.

  • Maya Del Sol Kitchen

    Three days a week, chef Raul Sanchez’s lunch service features tacos, burritos, and tortas at a simple diner-style counter. At night, that counter is transformed into a chef’s table for a fixed price, five-course dinner with a creative array of Mexican-themed plates that blend comfort food and fine dining, like pot roast with mole.