Listing Directory: General
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Caviar & Bananas
This downtown spot provides endless possibilities for an easygoing lunch or breakfast on the run. The sophisticated sandwich and salad options, panoply of prepared foods, and espresso bar add to the benefits.
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Bert’s Market
Folks park their bikes, golf carts, and skateboards in front of this island mainstay that stays open 24-7. Purchase everything from fishing rods to fine wines, surf wax to smoothies, plus subs, wraps, breakfast burritos, produce, growlers, and craft sodas.
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Charleston Crab House
Head out for happy hour and relax along the water with a cold one and a plate of shrimp, savory steampot, or a Southern-fried seafood platter. Arrive in style by pulling up in your boat, or keep your sea legs and people-watch from the dock. Photo Credits: Andrew Cebulka
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Big Bad Breakfast
This Lowcountry outpost of James Beard Award-winning chef John Currence’s Southern diner chain slings all things brekkie seven days a week. The hash cakes, BLT omelet with zesty tomato gravy, or anything Cajun-ish—such as the boldly spiced andouille or the fried oyster and shrimp po’ boy—are standouts. Photo credit: David Walton Smith
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Big Gun Burger Shop
If you like your burger full of surprises (say, with peach jalapeño mustard or fried kale), Big Gun’s your place. At this hole-in-the-wall, fan favorites are happy hour and the “towering inferno burger” with beef and pulled pork, barbecue sauce, queso fresco, and habanero slaw.
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Charleston Harbor Fish House
No need to request a better table here. You can look out on the harbor, see the Holy City skyline, and view the USS Yorktown from every seat in the house. The food fits the location: fresh seafood, roasted, grilled, or fried. Photo Credits: Courtesy of The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort &…
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Bistronomy by Nico
Chef Nico Romo carries on the convivial spirit and some of the French pan-Asian flavors from his former King Street staple Fish at this sleek and sexy spot on Spring Street. Settle in for your new favorite happy hour and stay for bistro classics such as steak frites, curry crab soup, and, of course, that…
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Blind Tiger Pub
Seven years ago, new owners renovated the Broad Street pub and its historic courtyard and offered a fresh menu, boasting smoked wings, avocado toast with pickled shrimp, a hearty duck sandwich, and a pork cracklins pimiento cheese combo. Brunch options range from decadent bananas Foster waffles to shrimp and grits with sherry cream sauce.
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Chez Nous
At the petite Chez Nous, chef Jill Mathias offers diners an impressive wine list and picture-worthy seasonal French-inspired fare. In fact, the only way to browse their daily changing menu in advance is via the restaurant’s Instagram feed, where it’s posted alongside photos of many elegantly composed dishes at this cozy Elliotborough gem.
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Chico Feo
The verdant, shaded patio of Chico Feo, (Spanish for “ugly boy”) is where regulars enjoy mismatched outdoor furniture, frequent live jams, and an ever-changing menu, usually with nods to Vietnam, Mexico, and Cuba.

