The Mellow Mushroom is a franchise chain that began in Atlanta in 1974 and offers a collection of eclectic American foods. The family-friendly restaurant specializes in pizzas and hoagies for lunch and dinner in a casual and relaxed atmosphere in downtown historic Charleston.
Mellow Mushroom
309 King St.
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 723-7374
mellowmushroom.com
Located just outside of the city of Charleston, Blue's House of Wings specializes in marinated grilled chicken wings and burgers in a sports pub atmosphere for lunch and dinner.
Blue's House of Wings
1039 #10 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464-6155
(843) 881-1858
Part of the famous and historic Hyman's Seafood Restaurant, Aaron's Deli is owned and operated by Hyman's great-grandsons. Aaron's serves fresh deli sandwiches, soups and burgers for lunch and dinner.
Aaron's Deli
213 Meeting St.
Charleston, SC 29401-3107
(843) 723-6000
Operating since 1939, Melvin's has become a South Carolina landmark, serving St. Louis-style barbecue. Melvin's has consistently received "best barbecue" awards since 1999.
Melvin's Legendary Bar-B-Que
538 Folly Rd.
Charleston, SC 29412-3473
(843) 762-0511
melvinsbbq.com
Sticky Fingers Rib House is a national chain restaurant that specializes in Memphis-style ribs and Southern barbecue. The downtown Charleston location offers a causal, family-friendly atmosphere.
Sticky Fingers Rib House
35 Meeting St.
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 853-7427
stickyfingers.com
Critically acclaimed Hyman's Seafood is located in historic downtown Charleston. Specialties include fresh seafood prepared every way imaginable, and the restaurant boasts photos and table plaques of the myriad celebrities who have dined there since 1986.
Hyman's Seafood
213 Meeting St.
Charleston, SC 29401-3107
(843) 723-6000
hymanseafood.com
Located minutes from Charleston on Sullivan's Island, Sullivan's restaurant specializes in fresh seafood, steaks and pasta, but is most renowned for its she-crab soup. Known for its down-home Southern family atmosphere, Sullivan's restaurant is open for dinner and Sunday brunch.
Sullivan's Restaurant
2019 Middle St.
Sullivan's Island, SC 29482-8799
(843) 883-3222
sullivansrestaurant.com
Since 1991, the Charleston Crab House has served fresh Lowcountry seafood for lunch and dinner. With four locations in South Carolina, the Charleston Crab House offers cozy dockside family dining.
Charleston Crab House
41 South Market St.
Charleston, SC 29401-2004.
(843) 853-2900
charlestoncrabhouse.com
Originally the famous Bookstore Café in downtown Charleston, the family-owned restaurant was renamed Charleston's Café and relocated to Mt. Pleasant, just outside the city. The quaint eatery offers an award-winning and oversized breakfast, lunch and Sunday brunch.
Charleston's Café
1039 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.
Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 856-7796
charlestonscafe.com
Located on a quiet downtown side street, Poogan's Porch has been serving celebrities and locals since 1976. Offering Lowcountry cuisine for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, Poogan's Porch is open every day of the year.
Poogan's Porch
72 Queen St.
Charleston, SC 29401-2220
(843) 577-2337
poogansporch.com