Let me add a few thoughts to Jan Alpert’s Charleston restaurant perspective. As a local, living in the Charleston Historic District, I surely agree with her that lunch is a great, economical alternative to the prices (and crowds) of evening fine dining. And while Charleston has its share of James Beard award winners and Iron Chef competitors, if you aren’t a ‘foodie’ and just want tasty, affordable sustenance, there are other places to go. None of these need reservations.
Whether you are looking for lunch or dinner, my first suggestion is to head up King Street (north of Market). On the 4 blocks between Wentworth and Calhoun you’ll find an abundance of budget--friendly casual dining choices. This area is one of Charleston’s primary shopping streets, but it also adjoins the College of Charleston campus. You can have barbecue at Jim N Nick’s, burgers at any number of places, a great appetizer sampler at the King Street Grille (sports bar), chicken at the Kickin’ Chicken, pizza at Mellow Mushroom or Pop’s New York Pizza, Mediterranean at Sermet’s (they also offer smaller portion alternatives on their dinner menu) and several Mexican choices. And if you venture off King Street by ½ block in either direction, you’ll find some other choices including Chopsticks House (Chinese on Society Street) and the ever-popular lunch spot, Jack’s Café (a limited menu, extremely affordable basic lunch only choice on George Street).
If it’s upscale casual you seek, try Caviar and Bananas on George Street (½ block west of King). They have made to order upscale sandwiches (e.g. duck confit), sushi, and lots of wonderful prepared foods for takeout or very limited dine in seating.
Now, let’s talk desserts. Bread pudding, my husband’s favorite is available at many places. He likes the version at Poogan’s Porch on Queen Street. If you want ice cream, try Haagen Dazs or Ben & Jerry’s in the Market area or Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream Shoppe on King Street. There are also several new frozen yogurt places on King. If you’re looking for pies and cakes, you’ll love Kaminsky’s on North Market.
And when you want an afternoon iced tea or other social beverage, try the rooftop at Market Pavilion hotel (Market and East Bay) for a great view, the Mills House Hotel courtyard (Queen and Meeting) or the very casual Blind Tiger Pub (on Broad Street between Church and State) where you walk through the bar to an enclosed courtyard out back.
There’s no shortage of places to drink, dine or socialize. Charleston’s social past is still present. Enjoy!
Pat Kruger
Charleston, South Carolina
Whether you are looking for lunch or dinner, my first suggestion is to head up King Street (north of Market). On the 4 blocks between Wentworth and Calhoun you’ll find an abundance of budget--friendly casual dining choices. This area is one of Charleston’s primary shopping streets, but it also adjoins the College of Charleston campus. You can have barbecue at Jim N Nick’s, burgers at any number of places, a great appetizer sampler at the King Street Grille (sports bar), chicken at the Kickin’ Chicken, pizza at Mellow Mushroom or Pop’s New York Pizza, Mediterranean at Sermet’s (they also offer smaller portion alternatives on their dinner menu) and several Mexican choices. And if you venture off King Street by ½ block in either direction, you’ll find some other choices including Chopsticks House (Chinese on Society Street) and the ever-popular lunch spot, Jack’s Café (a limited menu, extremely affordable basic lunch only choice on George Street).
If it’s upscale casual you seek, try Caviar and Bananas on George Street (½ block west of King). They have made to order upscale sandwiches (e.g. duck confit), sushi, and lots of wonderful prepared foods for takeout or very limited dine in seating.
Now, let’s talk desserts. Bread pudding, my husband’s favorite is available at many places. He likes the version at Poogan’s Porch on Queen Street. If you want ice cream, try Haagen Dazs or Ben & Jerry’s in the Market area or Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream Shoppe on King Street. There are also several new frozen yogurt places on King. If you’re looking for pies and cakes, you’ll love Kaminsky’s on North Market.
And when you want an afternoon iced tea or other social beverage, try the rooftop at Market Pavilion hotel (Market and East Bay) for a great view, the Mills House Hotel courtyard (Queen and Meeting) or the very casual Blind Tiger Pub (on Broad Street between Church and State) where you walk through the bar to an enclosed courtyard out back.
There’s no shortage of places to drink, dine or socialize. Charleston’s social past is still present. Enjoy!
Pat Kruger
Charleston, South Carolina
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