Charleston

From time-honored Lowcountry recipes to bold, contemporary dishes, Charleston restaurants blend rich culinary traditions with innovative flavors — making the city one of the top dining destinations in the South.

From hand-honed ingredients to shellfish pinched from tidal estuaries, South Carolina foodways resonate with a sense of place. Across the state, chefs employ a deft hand to utilize heritage foods in ways old and new.

From fine dining Stars to wallet-friendly Bib Gourmands, these are our Inspectors' favorites.