Best Charleston Restaurants

So how exactly am I going to distinguish between the fine cuisine of restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina? Easier said than done. I've compiled the list of the Best of the Best Charleston Edition (AKA the restaurants they suggest all tourists try) and divided it into Restaurants I've Eaten at and Bucket List Restaurants I've still yet to try. I've added a few bonus ones too!

Restaurants I've Eaten At

39 Rue De Jean
39 John St.
843-722-8881
A French style cafe with a wide assortment of French wine.
$$$
Hours:
Sun: 10am Brunch
Mon-Sat: 11:30am Lunch, 5:30 Dinner, Late night option until 1pm
My Overall Rating: 3/5

82 Queen
82 Queen St.
843-723-7591
Some of Charleston's most authentic Lowcountry cuisine in a lush courtyard setting and indoor intimate dining. Best She Crab Soup and Shrimp in Grits in Charleston!!!
$$$$
Hours: 365 days a year
Sun: 11am Brunch
Mon-Sat: 11:30am
My Overall Rating: 5/5

A.W. Shuck's Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar
35 W. Market St
843-723-1151
Original raw bar and restaurant. Really funny t-shirts! If you go, you must buy a "Great Legs, Fantastic Tail, Come Get Fresh with Us!" T-shirt.
$-$$$
My Overall Rating: 2/5

Bocci's Italian Restaurant
158 Church St.
843-720-2121
Bocci's chefs serve authentic Tuscan specialties, like the Tuscan duck and grilled salmon. Experts say this Italian dining venue is on par with New York's "Little Italy."
$-$$$
Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 4:30pm-10pm
Fri-Sat: 4:30pm-11pm
My Overall Rating: 4/5

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Restaurant & Market
99 S. Market St.
843-723-5665
Run Forest Run! A restaurant that takes the movie Forest Gump a step further and brings a delightful destination filled experience with fantastic food and fun.
$-$$$
My Overall Rating: 2/5



Bucket List Restaurants
Aaron's Deli
213 Meeting St
843-723-6000
A New York style deli with Southern Hospitality... great deli sandwiches, po-boys, and huge burgers!
$-$$

Amen Street Fish and Raw Bar
205 East By St.
843-853-8600
Specialize in fresh seafood, including: clams, oysters, shellfish, and local fin fish.
$$

Anson Restaurant
12 Anson Street
843-577-0551
Charleston flavors and elegant historic decor in the heart of the old City Market.
Hours:
Sun-Thurs: 5:30pm-10pm
Fri-Sat: 5:30pm-11am

Blossom
171 East Bay St.
843-722-9200
Fresh local seafood with sides utilizing the finest local and regional produce.
$$$
Hours:
Sun: Brunch 11am-2:15pm
Mon-Thurs: 11am-11pm
Fri-Sat: 11am-12am

Buccaneer
5 Faber Place
843-805-5065
Houses the largest collection of authentic artifacts from the "Golden Age Piracy". Great food and entertainment.
$$

Carolina's
10 Exchange St.
843-724-3800
Landmark in Charleston's culinary history for over 40 years with its eclect Lowcountry cuisine. The restaurant's own garden supplies fresh produce for the menu that executive Chef Jeremiah Bacon fully utilizes.
$$$
Hours:
Sun-Thurs: 5-9pm
Fri-Sat: 5-10pm
Tues-Sat: Lunch: 11:30-2:30
Sun Brunch: 11-2:30


How many of these have you been to? Which ones are your favorite?