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Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Downtown Charleston

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A photo of Coast Bar & Grill – Charleston restaurant
4.4
Awesome(4967)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown Charleston
Booked 31 times today
Charleston’s freshest seafood, with laidback Lowcountry style. Coast’s chefs meet daily with local farmers and fishermen to procure the freshest seafood and produce available. Featuring wood-grilled fish, a raw bar, and a refreshing drink list. Open nightly from 5:00. Outdoor seating available.*menus subject to change, please visit www.holycityhospitality.com for current menu
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4.8
Exceptional(2740)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Downtown Charleston
Booked 54 times today
O-Ku, a Japanese restaurant in Charleston, South Carolina, is a triumph of execution and concept. The restaurant's menu is a modern take on traditional Japanese cuisine, and it features fresh, seasonal ingredients that are prepared with care. The dishes are beautifully presented, and the flavors are both complex and delicate. Focused on incorporating authentically Japanese flavors into the fare, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature contemporary Japanese entrées and traditional sushi of the season reflecting the uniquely designed space. Guests can enjoy chef specialties including kurobuta pulled pork don-buri, braised short rib with shiso pesto, coconut curry, and hakozushi a box-style sushi. A wide variety of nigiri, sashimi and crudos are also available. The beverage program at O-Ku is a sophisticated blend of specialty cocktails, premium sake, bubbles, red and white wines and unique beer selections.
A photo of 39 Rue de Jean - Charleston restaurant
4.4
Awesome(5129)
Price: Expensive
• French • Downtown Charleston
Booked 52 times today
French style cafe and bar offering the best in Brasserie cuisine since 2000. Enjoy indoor/outdoor patio seating, cocktails and a well-rounded wine list. Current Dinner hours are Monday through Saturday from 4:00 PM- 10:00 PM. Sunday Dinner service: 4:00PM-9:00PM.Sunday Brunch: 11:00AM- 3:00PM.Friday & Saturday Lunch: 11:00AM-3:00PM.Reserve your table now or call in for carry out at 843.722.8881.We are excited to reopen our restaurant to all of our guests and are cautiously abiding by the SCRLA to ensure that we are taking care of not only our guests but as well as our staff safely! We have chosen to operate at smaller capacity and do ask that you make a reservation in order to secure a table for dining. We have always had high standards in regards to sanitation and we are applying even more safety measures. *menus subject to change, please visit www.holycityhospitality.com for current menus
A photo of Coterie- Charleston restaurant
4.2
Awesome(399)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Downtown Charleston
Booked 4 times today
Discover Coterie Restaurant at 17 Warren Street in Downtown Charleston, where Modern Coastal French cuisine meets creative craft cocktails. Indulge in a menu highlighting fresh, local ingredients served in a cozy dining room or our lush outdoor courtyard. Perfect for intimate dinners or lively gatherings, Coterie offers a unique blend of vibrant flavors and warm hospitality, creating an unforgettable culinary experience in Charleston
A photo of Maya restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(716)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Downtown Charleston
Located in Charleston's lively Upper King Street District, Maya is an elevated Mexican eatery that celebrates Mexico's vibrant regional cuisines. The menu includes a selection of authentic dishes ranging from snacks and small plates, to tacos, shareable sides, and large format entrees. Maya's beverage program features mezcals, Mexican cervezas, and cocktails focused on fresh and seasonal flavors. The restaurant's décor is warm and welcoming, with natural furnishings and pops of color throughout. The space features La Terraza, an open-air patio with lush greenery and a full bar, which also serves as the setting for private dinners and events. Maya is open nightly for dinner, with happy hour available Monday through Thursday.
A photo of Church and Union - Charleston restaurant
4.5
Awesome(8563)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown Charleston
Booked 132 times today
A 5th Street Group Concept. Modern-American cuisine served in a casual yet refined atmosphere. Menu by Executive Chef Doug Watson & Bravo Top Chef Alum Chef Partner Jamie Lynch.
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4.8
Exceptional(3806)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown Charleston
Booked 47 times today
Located on Charleston's Upper King Street, Indaco (Italian for "indigo") serves rustic Italian cuisine. Wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pastas, housemade salami and cured sausages fill the restaurant's menu which can be enjoyed family-style or a la carte. With community tables, an open kitchen, and a comfortable atmosphere, Indaco can accommodate 100 guests for a casual night of food and drinks. The wine list is focused on affordable Italian varietals, the Negroni cocktail is on tap, and the fresh sodas are made in-house. The massive wooden doors on Upper King Street are your first indication that Indaco is different from the typical Charleston restaurant. Rustic details continue inside with butcherblock tables, lime-wash walls, and white brick. An open kitchen with nearby community tables lets interested diners keep an eye on the action inside the kitchen. Outside, a patio puts you streetside to watch Upper King Street's vibrant nightlife scene.
A photo of Oak Steakhouse - Charleston restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5542)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Downtown Charleston
Booked 45 times today
Located on Charleston's historic Broad Street, Oak Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse. A classic array of both wet and dry aged Certified Angus® Beef are featured on the menu. Ingredients are sourced locally and regionally from sustainable farmers and fisherman to accent the steakhouse menu. Items including local oysters on the half-shell, Clammer Dave's caper clams and a daily fresh fish selection depending on the season. Other popular dishes include the whole fried lobster, goat.sheep.cow artisanal cheese plate, wedge of Kurios Farms bibb lettuce salad, the house-made pasta and vegetarian plate. The expansive and impressive wine program at Oak Steakhouse emphasizes big California Cabernets and Old World reds from Italy and Bordeaux with more than 200 wines by the bottle and 20 wines by the glass. The bar attracts a loyal, local following from nearby businesses and neighborhoods with its great cocktails and happy hour. Inside a historic bank building that dates back to 1848, Oak's stately setting features three floors with five distinct dining areas. Arched windows, 20-foot ceilings, original metal work, fireplaces and 150-year-old heart pine floors, offers the perfect setting for enjoying a special evening.
A photo of Amen Street Fish + Raw Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5059)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown Charleston
Booked 44 times today
Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar opened in 2009, reviving the former Amen name of Cumberland Street and restoring this historic corner. The new renovation stays true to the beauty of the original 1800's architecture while creating a comfortable atmosphere for contemporary life.Located at 205 East Bay Street in the heart of the historic district this Charleston seafood restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor dining all within walking distance of the local Market and the Charleston Harbor.The menu includes a variety of seafood dishes such as oysters, clams and shrimp in addition to an ever growing raw bar menu. Amen Street supports Charleston's local fishing industry with market fresh fish.We are open for lunch and dinner. Walk-ins are welcome and reservations are accepted as well.
A photo of The Establishment restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2656)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown Charleston
Booked 10 times today
Everything at The Establishment begins with well-sourced ingredients from sea and field. Through developing relationships with local farmers and fishermen, our ingredients will be consistently seasonal, fresh, and pure. Chef Elliott Howells' menu will always reflect a clean, focused, and balanced approach, delivering a selection of thoughtful and refined cuisine.Located in Charleston’s historic French Quarter a few blocks away from Rainbow Row, Charleston City Market, and Waterfront Park, The Establishment features an award-winning wine cellar, over 150 bourbon and whiskey offerings, and a lively bar scene complete with daily happy hour. We feature Live Music every Friday and Saturday starting at 8:00 PM, featuring multiple local artists performing an array of musical genres. Our private dining rooms are perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, or business meetings. We look forward to hosting you for a casual night out or an elevated dining experience.

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  • Danielle
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    The food was terrific. We arrived for our reservation early and enjoyed some HH drinks and apps at the bar. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the drinks and the menu. We ended up having dinner at the bar too and taking the recommendations of the bar staff. I would certainly return and recommend this restaurant to others.
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    Coast Bar & Grill – CharlestonPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown Charleston
    4.4
  • Margaret
    Coastal Georgia •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was some of the best sushi my family and I have ever had. And we eat a lot of sushi. The service was amazing, Sam was very helpful in providing personal recommendations. Sake flight was delicious. Truly, out of all the restaurants we’ve been to, I don’t have a single complaint from o-ku. Definitely worth the trip
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    O-KuPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Downtown Charleston
    4.8
  • John
    Greater Boston •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Everything (food, service...everything!) was great and the prices were reasonable in an expensive town. I had the quesadillas postal and it was incredible!
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    MayaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Downtown Charleston
    4.6
  • Don
    South Carolina •43 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We have lived in Charleston for 24 years and this is our first visit to this restaurant. It was one of the best meals we’ve had in the city. Delicious food, both French and American and a great place to eat. We were right next-door to the music venue we were going to. The service was superb. I recommend those who have just come to Charleston and who might have been here a while, but not gone yet to try this place out. You will not be disappointed.
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    39 Rue de Jean - CharlestonPrice: Expensive• French• Downtown Charleston
    4.4
  • CraigVIP
    Atlanta Metro •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 15, 2024
    So happy to see one of Charlestons best chefs, Zach Woody, cooking at Coterie. It’s a great place , with wonderful patio dining, that is not on the tourists radar. We look forward to watching the menu evolve under his direction.
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    Coterie- CharlestonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Downtown Charleston
    4.2
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