Seafood By the Sea: What Could Be Better?
By Clare Sweeney, Local Expert, Charleston
Charleston is a harbor city, and thus there is an expectation of excellent seafood not just in the anticipations of eager tourists but in the locals that call the lowcountry their home. Chefs and seafood restaurants in Charleston meet every benchmark, serving up the very best in traditional and contemporary styles of classic dishes in a delighting variety of styles and settings.
If ocean side dining is what you seek, make the drive out to Blu at the Tides Folly Beach hotel on James Island, where elegant dishes can be served in the brightly decorated interior, outdoors on the beachfront patio, or by... Read more »
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based on 520 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Local Expert Tip: "Try the popular Hank's Seafood Tower of assorted shellfish - a great appetizer for large parties!"
2- Cuisine: American, New American, Southern
- Average Main Course Price: $25
- Neighborhood: Downtown
based on 203 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Local Expert Tip: "Try Blossom for lunch 6 days a week for a less expensive but more extensive midday menu. Lunch plates average around $8 - $20."
3Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar
- Cuisine: American, Local Specialty, Regional, Seafood
- Average Main Course Price: $19
- Neighborhood: Downtown
based on 350 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Local Expert Tip: "While a small parking area is available, the lot fills up quickly. Nearby street parking or garages are better options."
4- Cuisine: American, New American, Southern
- Average Main Course Price: $28
- Neighborhood: Downtown
based on 220 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Local Expert Tip: "Opt for the Caesar Salad to start off your meal at Cypress - it's handmade table side, the good old fashioned way."
5- Cuisine: American, New American, Seafood
- Average Main Course Price: $19
- Neighborhood: Upper King
based on 71 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Local Expert Tip: "Fish is known to join right in with the buzzing nightlife of Upper King with a wide variety of wine, cocktails, and a DJ-fueled dance party on Saturdays."
6based on 57 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Local Expert Tip: "Head to Blu for happy hour Monday - Friday from 4 - 7 pm for drink specials and $1 off all bar menu items!"
7- Cuisine: American, Seafood
- Average Main Course Price: $20
- Neighborhood: Upper King
based on 226 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Local Expert Tip: "Head to COAST on Sunday nights for live music, $3 Fish Tacos, and half price bottles of wine!"
8based on 284 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews
Local Expert Tip: "Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar is almost always packed! Be sure to make a reservation by phone or online through their website!"
9Local Expert Tip: "Check Red's website for nightly specials and live music entertainment!"
10Local Expert Tip: "Surf Bar is not just a bar! Bring the whole family for outdoor porch dining and kids menu."
