Food scene
Great local spot for fresh seafood on the water. Very laid back.
170 locals recommend
Bowens Island Restaurant
1870 Bowens Island RdGreat local spot for fresh seafood on the water. Very laid back.
Very unique and affordable food on Folly Beach, one of our favorites in Charleston.
117 locals recommend
Jack of Cups Saloon
34 Center StVery unique and affordable food on Folly Beach, one of our favorites in Charleston.
If you have an unlimited budget, this is our favorite "special occasion" high-end restaurant. Expect to spend $100-$150 per person.
15 locals recommend
Zero Restaurant + Bar
0 George StIf you have an unlimited budget, this is our favorite "special occasion" high-end restaurant. Expect to spend $100-$150 per person.
Poogan's Porch
72 Queen StOur favorite "Southern" cuisine in Charleston
Lewis Barbecue
464 N Nassau StThe best BBQ in Charleston
This is a very unique restaurant featuring rotating local chefs. The chefs prepare the food right in front of you and are happy to explain everything about their process while cooking for you. The 5 course menu is based on what the chefs buy earlier in the day, but they are happy to adapt a dish based on dietary restrictions. You have to call ahead to book a seat at (843) 789-4342. Seats book pretty far in advance, but sometimes there is a same day cancellation so you might get lucky!
32 locals recommend
R Kitchen
212 Rutledge AveThis is a very unique restaurant featuring rotating local chefs. The chefs prepare the food right in front of you and are happy to explain everything about their process while cooking for you. The 5 course menu is based on what the chefs buy earlier in the day, but they are happy to adapt a dish based on dietary restrictions. You have to call ahead to book a seat at (843) 789-4342. Seats book pretty far in advance, but sometimes there is a same day cancellation so you might get lucky!
Sightseeing
Our favorite beach in the Charleston area. Lots of parking and restroom access.
82 locals recommend
Folly Beach County Park
1100 W Ashley AveOur favorite beach in the Charleston area. Lots of parking and restroom access.
Park on the street here and walk around the historic district. This is a great spot to begin your walk to see the beautiful historic homes and gardens Charleston is famous for.
154 locals recommend
White Point Garden
2 Murray BlvdPark on the street here and walk around the historic district. This is a great spot to begin your walk to see the beautiful historic homes and gardens Charleston is famous for.