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1. Acme Cantina

31 J C Long Blvd, Isla Of Palms, SC 29451 · 843-886-0024

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ISLE OF PALMS. A fantastic find on IOP, the Acme Cantina has developed a loyal following over the years. Folks love the homey setting, breezy outdoor seating, great daily food and drink specials and fun staff. It's an ideal spot to watch the sun set as you sip a margarita and nosh on quesadillas or guacamole.

2. Gene's Haufbrau

817 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407 · 843-225-4363

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WEST ASHLEY. A longtime haven for beer aficionados, Gene's Hofbrau is not reputedly the oldest bar in town. It also has the greatest beer selection, with some 170 domestic and imported bottles and drafts. The food menu covers all the bases (wings, burgers, dogs, cheese fries, and even deep fried candy bars for dessert). Low-key and popular.

3. Moe's Crosstown Tavern

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714 Rutledge Ave, Charleston, SC 29403 · 843-722-3287

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NORTH DOWNTOWN. Moe's Crosstown Tavern is the quintessential neighborhood watering hole. The beer is always cold, the food is hearty and satisfying, and the daily and happy hour specials are great. The burgers are a few notches above standard pub fare, with inventive toppings like goat cheese and poblano peppers, and the wings are near perfect. More than 20 beers, too.

4. Poe's Tavern

2210 Middle St, Sullivan's Island, SC 29482-8781 · 843-883-0083

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SULLIVAN'S ISLAND. Lined with photos and documents associated with Edgar Allen Poe, this inviting tavern pays tribute to the author's life and works. Patrons enjoy congregating on the large front porch with a favorite brew, handpicked from a selection of over 40. The menu offers specialty tacos, quesadillas, burgers and more.

5. Henry's on the Market

54 N Market St, Charleston, SC 29401-2003 · 843-723-4363

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DOWNTOWN. Henry's is conveniently located on Market, one of Charleston's most touristed streets. The room's focal point is a large, dark wood bar that serves a wide variety of spirits to both locals and tourists. If a snack is in order, a simple bar menu suits. If more private seating is your style, pull up a chair to one of the tall tables by the windows, and watch life pass by on the streets outside. Live music Friday-Saturday.

6. Blind Tiger Pub

36 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401-3004 · 843-577-0088

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DOWNTOWN. Blind Tiger Pub is a safe bet when you're in the mood to enjoy good drinks in a cozy atmosphere. A back courtyard lets you drink outside and enjoy a little fresh sea air. Located in the Historic District.

7. King Street Grille

304 King St, Charleston, SC 29401 · 843-723-5464

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DOWNTOWN. Over 36 flat-screens adorn this impressive two-level bar and grille, where patrons may choose from over 100 varieties of beer and munch on hearty, flavorful fare. In addition to the standard pub menu, King Street offers some more upscale choices like the prime rib wrap and chicken cordon bleu. Entertainment from billiards to live music to trivia nights.

8. Tommy Condon's Irish Pub and Seafood Restaurant

160 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401-3125 · 843-577-3818

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DOWNTOWN. For traditional Irish pub grub or Lowcountry favorites, try Tommy Condon's. Choose from she-crab soup or Irish potato chowder, shepherd's pie or shrimp and grits, a corned beef sandwich or crab cakes. The bar keeps Guinness and Harp on tap (along with about 15 other domestic and international brews), and schedules live music most weekends. Relaxed and friendly, Tommy Condon's is conveniently located and quite popular with tourists and hungry locals.

9. Charleston Beer Works

468 King St, Charleston, SC · 843-577-5885

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NORTH DOWNTOWN. Located on King Street, this attractive sports bar boasts flat screen TVs and over 20 beers on tap. An array of savory snacks, from fried pepperjack cheese with tangy marinara sauce to spicy shrimp and ginger egg rolls, keep hunger at bay, and the menu also offers some tempting pastas and sandwiches. Daily happy hour features two-for-one appetizers and $2 pints.

10. Fischer's Sports Pub & Grill

1883 Andell Bluff Blvd, Johns Island, SC 29455 · 843-243-0210

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JOHNS ISLAND. Looking for a place to escape the heat and humidity or maybe just catch the game with a cold beer and great appetizers? Fischer's provides all of this, and more. The comfortable pub offers a full range of liquors, along with a selection of wines and both domestic and international beers. Plus, if you're hungry, they make a great burger, not to mention a slate of bar food that includes fried pickles and cheese fries. Even better, the bar's open till 2am.

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10Best searched far and wide before ranking these bars as the best in Charleston. How'd they earn their way on the list? Beer selection, specialty cocktails, cool aesthetics, great jukeboxes, hip crowds – we consider it all before deciding which ones belong on a list of Charleston's Best Bars.

 

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