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15+ restaurants in Charleston you can get to by boat
Take the boat out for breakfast, lunch, or dinner with this list of spots you can get to via the water.
April 22, 2026 11:56 AM
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Callie Putnam
A sunset over calm waters sets the backdrop for a hearty plate of Southern BBQ, featuring pulled pork, mac and cheese, potato salad, and ribs—perfectly capturing a summer evening feast.
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Join the next BBQ & Boats Sunset Cruise, a quintessential Charleston experience
Make plans to hop on the Daniel Island Ferry for the next BBQ & Boats Sunset Cruise, featuring Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ.
July 31, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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A guide to oyster restaurants in Charleston
Dig into Charleston’s must-try oyster spots, from downtown restaurants to oceanfront fishhouses — we just know your next favorite spot to shuck is on this list.
July 23, 2025
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Shem Creek Shrimp Boats
Food
Where to buy locally caught seafood in the Lowcountry
We’ve rounded up a list of markets, sellers, and restaurants that offer locally caught seafood.
July 10, 2025
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Callie Putnam
Three cheese pies made with tomatoes on a tray.
Culture
Duke’s “Hot Tomato Summer” returns to Charleston
The annual 10-day celebration of mayo and tomatoes is the best way to celebrate tomato season.
July 10, 2025
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Your guide to Charleston’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
July 9, 2025
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Aspen One announces Limelight Charleston, a hotel and residences, set to open in 2028
Limelight Charleston is Aspen One’s first East Coast property and seventh location, set to bring the Holy City a new hotel and residences.
July 1, 2025
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Callie Putnam
Three plates of barbecue from Lewis Barbecue.
Food
Readers share where they’ll celebrate National Barbecue Day in Charleston
There are so many beloved barbecue spots in the Holy City — check out where some readers say the best are to celebrate National Barbecue Day.
May 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Viral TikTok food reviewer Keith Lee is set to make a stop in Charleston on his trip to the Carolinas
Keith Lee’s viral food reviews bring massive crowds to locally owned businesses that deserve the spotlight — where should he go when he’s here in the Holy City?
May 13, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A guest holds an open cocktail passport, showcasing stops on the Moonlight Martini Trail. In the background, a vibrant pickle martini garnished with dill and pickles rests on a polished bar. The scene blends elegance and creativity, highlighting a unique cocktail experience with curated drinks from local establishments.
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Visit six of Charleston’s top martini spots with The Loutrel’s Moonlight Martini Trail
The Moonlight Martini Trail highlights six downtown restaurants + bars that feature signature martinis — if you try them all, you can earn deals + a chance to win a stay at The Loutrel.
May 9, 2025
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Callie Putnam
This is a conceptual aerial illustration of a mixed-use development, featuring residential homes, retail shops, green spaces, and parking areas. The layout integrates tree-lined streets, walkways, and a central plaza. Surrounding the development are wooded areas and existing buildings, suggesting an urban infill or redevelopment project within a suburban context.
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Leaders + developers to celebrate the future of Ashley Landing
Ashley Landing is set to be the newest community hub for the Charleston area, transforming the vacant space into an area with retail, restaurants, and housing.
May 5, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Real Estate
Plans for Frank & Jack’s have been put on pause
The land and building set to house a new Mount Pleasant restaurant and event space, Frank & Jack’s, have been listed.
March 5, 2026
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Callie Putnam
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Small Business
Philosophers & Fools celebrates year two on Bogard Street
This downtown bookshop, Philosophers & Fools, is inviting the Charleston community to celebrate two years of drinks, snacks, and books.
March 5, 2026
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Callie Putnam
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Carolopolis Award winners + preserving history in Charleston
Carolopolis Awards honor both private and public projects that preserve that history.
March 2, 2026
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Callie Putnam
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Ecotours to help you explore Charleston’s outdoors
From fossils to wild animals, these ecotours will give you a front-row seat to Charleston’s outdoors.
February 26, 2026
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Callie Putnam
Vibrant desserts are plated on large white plates that are resting on a black background.
Food
5 Charleston restaurants that offer tasting menus
Broaden your horizons and indulge in elevated fare with a tasting menu from one of these Charleston restaurants.
February 19, 2026
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Callie Putnam
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Black History Month events in Charleston
Celebrate Black History Month with these community events around the Holy City.
February 19, 2026
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Callie Putnam
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See Darius Rucker Big Band Gala at Gaillard Center
The Darius Rucker Big Band Gala will offer a unique night of music, with part of the proceeds benefiting the Charleston community.
February 18, 2026
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Callie Putnam
Eight matchbooks with varied designs, featuring logos and text from different restaurants and locations, are displayed evenly on a blue background.
Where to collect matchbooks in Charleston
Dip your toes into “phillumeny,” aka the practice of collecting matchbooks, while you explore CHS and support local businesses at the same time.
February 17, 2026
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Callie Putnam
A vibrant plate with crispy egg rolls, sliced green onions, and a dipping sauce. Nearby are dumplings and a vegetable stir-fry, conveying a delicious, fresh meal.
Food
Fill your plate and celebrate the Lunar New Year in Charleston
Several Charleston restaurants are offering special Lunar New Year menus.
February 12, 2026
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Callie Putnam
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How to celebrate Valentine’s Day at home in Charleston
Spending Valentine’s Day at home? Here’s how you can still have a special night without breaking the bank, hiring a sitter, or even leaving your couch.
February 12, 2026
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Callie Putnam