Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown Charleston

23 restaurants available nearby

1. Indaco

4.8

Exceptional(3727)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown Charleston

Booked 51 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.

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2. Church and Union - Charleston

4.5

Awesome(8377)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown Charleston

Booked 153 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.

3. Peninsula Grill

4.7

Exceptional(7878)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown Charleston

Booked 50 times today

This AAA Four-Diamond restaurant located in the very heart of Charleston’s famed Historic District has been recognized by Departures, Condé Nast Traveler, Food & Wine, The New York Times, Southern Living, Travel + Leisure, Wine Spectator, and others for serving the finest and freshest ingredients sourced locally and globally. With velvet-lined walls in shimmering oyster tones, woven seagrass, and indigenous cypress molding, the Peninsula Grill Dining Room ambiance is supper club sumptuousness. The Peninsula Grill Champagne Bar is an intimate jewel box space that offers several outstanding champagnes by the glass and a delicious bar menu.Peninsula Grill is a proud member of Relais & Châteaux, an exclusive collection of restaurants and hotels in romantic destinations around the world. Business casual attire, Collared Shirts are required for Gentleman in the Dining Room.

4. Bearcat

4.5

Awesome(218)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • West Ashley

Booked 6 times today

Discover a culinary journey like no other in Avondale, where modern American flavors meet casual sophistication. Chef/Owner George Kovach has over 15 years of experience working in the service industry, including eight years working in Michelin-starred restaurants, he and his team are excited to provide a neighborhood gathering place in the heart of West Ashley. At Bearcat, every bite is an adventure. Your dining experience begins here, where exceptional food meets unforgettable memories. **Please note that our menu does change frequently as we source food locally and seasonally.- Please call if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time.- Last seating for reservations are 9:30pm for Main Dining. - Our Menu is available until 10pm. - Bar seating is available Tuesday-Thursday 10pm and Friday-Saturday 11pm.

5. Rudy Royale

4.5

Awesome(810)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Downtown Charleston

Booked 37 times today

Rudy Royale combines a fun atmosphere with approachable yet elevated seasonal cuisine. This establishment has an extensive cocktail list and takes pride in serving a great selection of local beers. Chef & Owner Macready Downer consistently elevates and updates our menu to provide something new and delicious every visit. The food is always fresh and flavorful, and the service is top-notch. Whether you're looking for a casual meal or a special occasion dinner, Rudy Royale is sure to please. Make a reservation today -- we'd love to serve y'all. Event & Private Dining Spaces Available.

6. The Establishment

4.8

Exceptional(2569)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Charleston

Booked 44 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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7. Burwell's Stone Fire Grill

4.9

Exceptional(3551)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Charleston

Booked 36 times today

Diners Choice Ten years running, aligned with extraordinary cocktail bar, make this 14 N Market Street stop a must for steak and seafood lovers. Burwell’s is a true leader in progressing hospitality, from use of the entire resource to local ingredients not harmful to our communities or environment. From shrimp to beef, you’ll only taste the best at Burwell’s. One of a kind, unlike any steakhouse back home, and one of the must visits in Charleston. Visit while in the historic Market Distirct. You can expect a casual, thoughtful design features highlighting Charleston and its rich history throughout. Burwell’s takes great pride in being approachable to all, with high craft memorable food, ensuring guests a warm and welcoming Charleston visit. Don't miss the Wagyu!Best place to dine in the low country - South MagazineOne of Charleston’s “local favorites” - bon appetit grub crawlWalk-ins welcome, Burwell’s popular bar is available for full menu diningPlenty of parking near by

8. Maison

4.9

Exceptional(1650)

Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown Charleston

Booked 22 times today

Maison is a French Bistro located in downtown Charleston, SC. Our concept is food forward with bright, balanced beverages to compliment. Maison's cuisine is inspired by classic French fare recreated with a breath of modernity and local influence. Tradition meets au courant innovation. The space is intimate and paralleled with energy.

9. Tavern & Table

4.5

Awesome(2646)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mount Pleasant

Booked 35 times today

Tavern & Table is the dream child of Cecil & Dianne Crowley, Andy Palmer & Jeff Condon. After years of working together on various successful restaurant concepts, they wanted to bring together the very best aspects of fine dining and casual hospitality in a beautiful and comfortable setting. Tavern & Table is more than a restaurant, it was created to be a gathering place where people sit in comfort and share small plates for the table or enjoy a hearty meal. The bartenders know the fine art of cocktail making and their interest in flavor and presentation comes alive in not only in the food but in barrel aged cocktails that are created in-house.

10. Prohibition

4.6

Exceptional(2462)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Charleston

Booked 28 times today

It's true that Prohibition is a nod to the classic 1920's Speakeasy, but our elevated cuisine and progressive cocktail program are anything but old-fashioned. At Prohibition you can expect the culinary delights of Executive Chef Greg Garrison to leave you completely Jazzed, from savory local seafood to the finest cuts of meat, each dish is prepared with perfection. Kick back in our relaxing surroundings and sample the Mixology Expertise of our award winning Bar Team, led by Jim Mc Court. Our professional and passionate team are constantly striving to push the boundaries of excellence with cocktails like the 547 Manhattan and our signature Bacon Maple Old Fashioned to name but a few. Our extensive and imaginative beer, wine and liquor selection insures we can cater to all tastes.

Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown Charleston

Price

Cuisine

23 restaurants available nearby

1. Indaco

2. Church and Union - Charleston

3. Peninsula Grill

4. Bearcat

5. Rudy Royale

6. The Establishment

7. Burwell's Stone Fire Grill

8. Maison

9. Tavern & Table

10. Prohibition

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