Listing Directory: General

  • Berkeley’s

    Berkeley’s

    At this casual eatery on upper Rutledge Avenue, crispy chicken parm gets topped with “grandma” sauce and a blanket of mozzarella, while cheese-steaks are piled with shaved rib eye, Duke’s, and house-made cheese whiz. Make dessert a cup of local Frigid Bits ice cream (featuring rotating flavors like salted honey baklava, apple molasses, and blackberry…

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Chico Feo

    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.

  • Big Bad Breakfast

    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

  • Chubby Fish

    Chubby Fish

    Chef James London’s ever-changing menu is driven by the local, seasonal availability of the catch. The raw bar and creative plates, such as smoked wreckfish curry and chili garlic shrimp, are accompanied by a nightly whole fish offering. There’s a half chicken for the landlubbers, and don’t miss the Life Raft Treats ice cream novelties…

  • 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.

  • Church & Union

    Church & Union

    This eatery set in a cavernous sanctuary brings a contemporary edge to Market Street. Standouts on chef Jamie Lynch’s menu include the ahi tuna poke bowl with Carolina Gold rice, ravioli stuffed with Italian sausage, and daily fresh catch on a bed of Anson Mills farro.

  • Bistronomy by Nico

    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…

  • Circa 1886

    Circa 1886

    In the carriage house of the Wentworth Mansion, the romantic Circa 1886 boasts modern cuisine fused with the history of South Carolina foodways. Chef Marc Collin’s Southern grilled cheese is elevated with paddlefish caviar, “Surryano” ham, and pimiento cheese mousse. Blue corn grits, copper carrots, Brussels sprouts, and a vanilla bean vinaigrette accompany his sea…