Listing Directory: General

  • Henry’s on the Market

    Henry’s on the Market

    Henry’s on the Market has been located on the corner of Anson & Market Street since February 1932. We are proudly known as the oldest restaurant in Charleston, SC. We take pride in our venue & all that it has to offer. Our Whiskey Lounge is the most comfortable place in Charleston, offering award winning…

  • The James

    The James

    A well-executed throwback, The James delivers on details that hot spots on the peninsula often lack, such as a roomy interior and excellent soundproofing. Cocktails lean classic, with half of the list devoted to variations on the martini—a perfect primer for the veritable time machine that is much of the menu. Think iceberg wedge with…

  • Taste of the Islands 

    Taste of the Islands 

    Jamaican ex-pats say this is the place to order ackee (a kind of fruit) and saltfish, the country’s national dish. Thursday nights means fish fry with live reggae.    Photo Credits: Mikki McGarry

  • Reggae Grill 

    You can’t go wrong with the daily special here: think curried goat and turkey wings. Each plate comes with with rice and peas or stir-fried cabbage and plantains. Wash it down with a big glass of sorrel (hibiscus) tea or Baba Roots, a Jamaican herbal drink. (ML) 4226 Rivers Ave.,  (843) 793-4859, . $-$$; L…

  • King BBQ

    King BBQ

    A sibling to the beloved Jackrabbit Filly, this Chinatown barbecue concept is a go-to for smoked meats—from pork ribs to duck—and “trashy-fancy” cocktails at its ornate bar. Enjoy “Golden Hour” from 4 to 5 p.m. with $4 snacks and $6 drinks.    Photo Credits: Mike Ledford

  • Caribbean Delight 

    This casual spot has been comforting homesick Jamaicans with its jerk pork, oxtail, roasted breadfruit, and all manner of stews and curries since 2016. 

  • Spice Palette

    Spice Palette

    Find chaat—crunchy, savory, and habit-forming snacks—along with a multitude of other pan-Indian delights at this strip mall spot, where the vibe is cheeky Bollywood and service is on point. Go early for dinner and sip a Bombay Gin-Gin while you peruse the menu, a tome of classics, specialty dishes such as prawn moilee and no…

  • Lola Rose

    Lola Rose

    It’s all about wood-fired pizza and house-made pasta at Susan and Kevin Johnson’s welcoming trattoria in the Carolina Park neighborhood. Standouts include a stellar chopped salad of lettuces, salami, provolone and white acre peas; spaghetti with chowder clams and breadcrumbs; and the Sicilian lamb meatballs with pistachio relish.    Photo Credits: Jonathan Boncek

  • Jack’s Cosmic Dogs

    This kitschy, no-frills joint has served up out-of-this-world hot dogs, sides, and ice cream for more than 23 years. Go for the Blue Galactic, slathered with chili, cheese, house-made blue cheese coleslaw, and a drizzle of Jack’s Cosmic Mustard, or BYOD (Build Your Own Dog) with a variety of toppings.

  • Sorelle 

    Sorelle 

    Sorelle emanates big-city opulence, with only-in-Charleston flair, like the view of the Four Corners of Law from the dining room. While house-made pasta, local fish, and lavish meat dishes anchor the offerings, the smaller plates, such as the vongole fra diavolo, generate the most excitement, especially when paired with a house Negroni. Also winners: handkerchief…