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Charleston Restaurants
Rodney Scott’s BBQ
DESCRIPTION: Rodney Scott offers hearty sandwiches, pulled-pork and pit-cooked, whole-hog BBQ served indoors and under a patio in a neighborhood restaurant. The extensive menu includes his special sauces. Note that he has multiple locations, including Alabama.
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Daily 11a-9p
ADDRESS: 1011 King Street, Charleston, SC MAP
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 843-990-9535
WEBSITE: https://rodneyscottsbbq.com
Hannibal’s Kitchen
DESCRIPTION: If you enjoy a cocktail with good Soul Food, this diner is your place. Seating up to 25 patrons, it’s a good place to connect with locals.
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 7:30a-11p
ADDRESS: 16 Blake Street, Charleston, SC MAP
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 843-722-2256
WEBSITE: http://hannibalkitchen.com
Taste of the Islands
DESCRIPTION: Family Restaurant
CUISINE: Caribbean. Specialities include Curry Goat, Curry Shrimp, Jerk Chicken and Bahamas Rum Cakes. The beef patties are good stop & go item.
DAYS & HOURS: Daily 11a-9p
ADDRESS: 630 Skylark Drive, Suite A, Charleston, SC MAP
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 843-804-9554
WEBSITE: https://toticharleston.com
Gillies Soul Food
DESCRIPTION: Family Restaurant
CUISINE: A Soul Food and Comfort Food with signature seafood dishes and Geechie Wings. The Frogmore Stew & corn muffins are made from scratch. Other dishes to lust for include marinated roast chicken and duck.
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Thu Noon-8p, Fri-Sat Noon-9p, Sun Noon-8p
ADDRESS: 805 Folly Road, Charleston, SC MAP
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 843-297-8615
WEBSITE: https://www.gilliesoulfood.com
My Three Sons of Charleston
DESCRIPTION: Soul Food restaurant. The menu includes She Crab Soup, Smothered Turkey Wings, Pork Chops, and Stewed Oxtails. A big picture of the family adorns the wall.
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Daily 11a–4p
ADDRESS: 5237 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC MAP
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 843-202-0189
WEBSITE: https://www.my3sonsofcharleston.com
Crepes Palace
DESCRIPTION: Crepes Restaurant with an innovative Twist by Paula Urdaneta raised in Guyana South America. This MUST VISIT eatery combines French, Italian, Caribbean, South American and North American cuisines. The menu includes Eggs with Smoked Salmon, Smrimp Grits, Smoked Turkey Crepe wrapped in spinach. Your taste buds will not be disappointed.
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 8a–3p & 4p-8p, Sun 9a-6p
ADDRESS: 2409 Mall Drive, North Charleston, SC MAP
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 843-718-0887
WEBSITE: https://crepespalace.com
The Ritz Bar & Grill
DESCRIPTION: The restaurant menu includes American cuisine, burgers, wings, seafood, salads and an extensive liquor bar covering a wide range of mixed drinks. This is the good place to visit for live bands, DJs, comedy shows, jazz and to watch big sports. Check the Events menu on this website before coming.
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Daily 4p–2a
ADDRESS: 3557 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC MAP
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 843-568-9028
WEBSITE: https://theritzbarandgrill.com
Nigel’s Good Food
DESCRIPTION: Family Restaurant owned by locals Nigel & Louise Drayton; they have two more locations in Larson and Hanahan, South Carolina
CUISINE: A Soul Food and Gullah mix with signature dishes that include pork chops, stewed chicken sausage, chicken & waffles, okra soup & rice. The potato salad, collard greens, and corn bread are on point too.
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 11a-6p
ADDRESS: 3760 Ashley Phosphate Road, North Charleston, SC MAP
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 843-552-0079
WEBSITE: https://nigelsgoodfood.com
The Coffee House
DESCRIPTION: Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant
CUISINE: Gullah-inspired menu includes Pecan Cinnamon Rolls, Biscuits & Gravy along with a range of hot & ice coffee drinks.
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 7a-3p
ADDRESS: 3620 Ashley Phosphate Road, North Charleston, SC MAP
PARKING: on-street
PHONE: 843-367-9070
WEBSITE: none
