25 Restaurants Near Charleston Historic District

25 restaurants available nearby

A photo of ÉLEVÉ at Grand Bohemian Hotel Charleston restaurant

1. ÉLEVÉ at Grand Bohemian Hotel Charleston

4.3

$$$$

• European • Downtown Charleston

Booked 20 times today

Coastal cuisine infused with southern heritage and prepared with classic French culinary techniques make Élevé unmatched. The elegant rooftop restaurant with views of Charleston’s charming cobblestone streets complete this sophisticated dining experience.

2. Peninsula Grill

4.7

Exceptional(7095)

$$$$

• American • Downtown Charleston

Booked 35 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. Online Reservations are only for the Main Dining Room, Please call to book an outdoor table.

3. Muse Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2965)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Downtown Charleston

Booked 17 times today

This Charleston locals’ favorite is nestled away in a historic home in downtown Charleston. The charming restaurant and intimate bar are reminiscent of a Mediterranean Villa, where Executive Chef, Josh Ogilvie, melds the cuisines of Italy, Spain, France, & Greece, featuring fresh preparations of Seafood, Fish, Savory Meats, Homemade Pastas, Homemade Bread, and Salads, all served by a warm and friendly serving staff. The extensive wine list complements the experience and offers 75 selections by the glass. The cozy bar empties out onto a terrace, offering outdoor dining and drinks. There are numerous menu items, which are gluten and dairy free and vegetarian, and there are vegan options as well.

A photo of The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel restaurant

4. The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel

4.2

Awesome(1504)

$$$$

• Southern • Downtown Charleston

Booked 12 times today

The Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar, named for Revolutionary War hero, General Francis Marion, features classic Southern cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Executive Chef Heyward Davis and Chef De Cuisine Daniel James create regional specialties that emphasize farm to table practices using locally grown fruits and vegetables with respect to the traditional beloved flavors and techniques of the Lowcountry.Known for its award-winning Shrimp and Grits, The Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar overlooks historic Marion Square Park and is popular with both locals and visitors to Charleston. Guests can enjoy live piano Friday and Saturday nights from 6pm - 9pm.The restaurant also has a private dining room, the Parkview, that seats thirty and overlooks King Street and Marion Square Park. This intimate space is perfect for private events and small parties.Masks are recommended for fully vaccinated customers. Consistent with CDC guidelines, unvaccinated customers should wear masks.

A photo of Grand Bohemian Wine Bar restaurant

5. Grand Bohemian Wine Bar

4.7

Exceptional(17)

$$$$

• Wine Bar • Downtown Charleston

A world of endless wine flavors. Discover our Grand Bohemian Wine Bar with a curated selection of wines by the bottle, glass, or ounce accompanied by small plates and light bites. Experience more than meets the eye with weekly special events, live music, art, wine demonstrations, and an exclusive rotating selection of highly allocated wine for those with the most discerning tastes.

A photo of Church and Union - Charleston restaurant

6. Church and Union - Charleston

4.5

Awesome(7046)

$$$$

• Unspecified • Downtown Charleston

Booked 158 times today

A 5th Street Group Concept. New American cuisine served in a casual yet refined atmosphere. Cutting edge design, stellar service, and world class food by Top Chef Alum Jamie Lynch and Executive Chef Tyler Cook are all to be expected.

7. Tempest

4.5

Awesome(1890)

$$$$

• Seafood • Downtown Charleston

Booked 34 times today

USA Today 10Best, #1 Best New Restaurant in the Country. Upscale seafood restaurant, located on historic Market Street next to sister location, Church and Union Charleston. Tempest features hyper-local, sustainable South Atlantic seafood, with a seasonal menu curated by Chef Adam Hodgson and Bravo Top Chef Alum Chef Jamie Lynch Tempest's noteworthy raw and roast menu features both chilled and charcoal roasted options that will be prepared on a Mibrasa charcoal oven. The Mibrasa cultivates a subtle smoke flavor without compromising the integrity of the seafood and roasted selections. Impressive single, double and three tier Seafood Towers are also featured. Boasting a selection of seafood-friendly Old-World wines, along with hand-picked gins, rums and bourbons.

8. Anson

4.8

Exceptional(4015)

$$$$

• Southern • Downtown Charleston

Booked 32 times today

Anson was named one of OpenTable's 50 Best Southern Restaurants in America for 2018 |

9. Rudy Royale

4.3

Awesome(442)

$$$$

• Contemporary Southern • Downtown Charleston

Booked 20 times today

Fried Chicken + Cocktails + Live Fire Grill + Fun Rudy Royale, located in downtown Charleston combines a fun atmosphere with approachable yet elevated seasonal cuisine. Event & Private Dining Spaces Available.

A photo of Coast Bar & Grill – Charleston restaurant

10. Coast Bar & Grill – Charleston

4.4

Awesome(4239)

$$$$

• Seafood • Downtown Charleston

Booked 51 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.

Restaurants near Charleston Historic District

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. ÉLEVÉ at Grand Bohemian Hotel Charleston

2. Peninsula Grill

3. Muse Restaurant

4. The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel

5. Grand Bohemian Wine Bar

6. Church and Union - Charleston

7. Tempest

8. Anson

9. Rudy Royale

10. Coast Bar & Grill – Charleston

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