The Best Steakhouse Restaurants in Charleston

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In the charming city of Charleston, South Carolina, Spanish moss hangs from the oak trees overlooking cobblestone streets and historic mansions. Tourists travel to the local beaches like Sullivans Island to relax. Charleston also has a thriving culinary scene, especially when it comes to steak. Charleston chophouses serve the finest cuts of beef served alongside local seafood and Lowcountry classics. But where do the savviest diners go for a great steak in Charleston? Welcome to the Tastemaker 20. We pulled data covering thousands of local eateries to discover the best of them all according to OpenTable's smartest, most knowledgeable diners. Book a table at the best steakhouse in Charleston today!

20 Restaurants

Updated November 04, 2019

Restaurants:	Burwell's Stone Fire Grill, Oak Steakhouse, Grill 225…
Price Range:	$$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Steakhouse…
Neighborhoods:	Downtown Charleston…

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Burwell's Stone Fire Grill

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Downtown Charleston

1,757 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Burwell’s Stone Fire Grill, one of the best steakhouses in Charleston, embraces the concept of “a modern twist on an old school steakhouse.” Modern elements of its dining experienc…Read more

91% recommended

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Oak Steakhouse

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Downtown Charleston

3,666 reviews

Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries
Special Occasion

Oak Steakhouse, a small chain with five locations across the southeast, has a charming venue for its Charleston restaurant – a three-story brick structure dating to the mid-19th ce…Read more

93% recommended

Steakhouse in South Carolina

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Grill 225

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Downtown Charleston

750 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

Inside the luxurious Market Pavilion Hotel is one of the best steakhouses in Charleston – Grill 225. It’s the only restaurant in the city to serve only USDA Prime beef. With wood-p…Read more

93% recommended

Best Overall in Charleston

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Charleston

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Downtown Charleston

969 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Ruth’s Chris Steak House, one of the largest and most popular national steakhouse chains, has its expansive Charleston venue on bustling Market Street. Local specialties presented …Read more

81% recommended

Romantic in South Carolina

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High Cotton - Charleston

$$$$·Seafood·

Downtown Charleston

5,887 reviews

Special Occasion
Fit for Foodies
Romantic

High Cotton, one of four top-notch Charleston restaurants owned and operated by the Hall family, specializes in lowcountry cuisine with a focus on seafood. However, three steak opt…Read more

92% recommended

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Stars Restaurant - Rooftop & Grill Room

$$$$·American·

Downtown Charleston

1,679 reviews

Good for Groups
Good for a Date
Special Occasion

The two biggest draws to Stars Rooftop & Grill Room are the unmatched views from its rooftop bar – the only 360-degree views in Charleston – and its signature live-fire cooking tec…Read more

Good for Groups in Charleston

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Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse - North Charleston

$$$$·Brazilian Steakhouse·

North Charleston

227 reviews

Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries
Special Occasion

Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse presents a lively churrascaria experience – an all-you-can-eat taste of Brazil. For a set price, diners can enjoy custom cuts from 16 arm-length, rotiss…Read more

97% recommended

Good for Groups in Charleston

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Peninsula Grill

$$$$·American·

Downtown Charleston

6,073 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Romantic

Peninsula Grill, inside the historic district’s Planters Inn hotel, is famous for its seafood and classic lowcountry cuisine. It’s also one of the best steakhouses in Charleston, a…Read more

95% recommended

Best Overall in South Carolina

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5Church - Charleston

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Downtown Charleston

2,764 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasion
Bar Seating

Housed inside a former church with its original brick walls, stained glass and vaulted ceilings, 5Church is a striking and unique restaurant in Charleston. It is however the second…Read more

92% recommended

Best Ambiance in South Carolina

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Topsail Restaurant & Bar

$$$$·Seafood·

Mount Pleasant

132 reviews

Good for a Date
Bar Seating
Fit for Foodies

Topsail Restaurant and Bar in Mount Pleasant opened in early 2019, making it a relative newcomer to the Charleston restaurant scene. Seafood is the specialty, reflected by the venu…Read more

96% recommended

Seafood in South Carolina

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Halls Chophouse

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Downtown Charleston

10,705 reviews

Special Occasion
Fit for Foodies
Romantic

Thanks to its old-school elegant-casual atmosphere, outstanding service and Allen Brothers-sourced USDA prime steaks, Halls Chophouse is always a strong contender for the title of …Read more

98% recommended

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The Ordinary

$$$$·Seafood·

Downtown Charleston

1,273 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Special Occasion
Hot Spot

The Ordinary, an award-winning restaurant inside a 1927 bank building, dazzles diners with its hot and cold shared plates, raw bar and caviar service. All are dominated by creative…Read more

90% recommended

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California Dreaming-Charleston

$$$$·American·

South Carolina

223 reviews

Waterfront
Scenic View
Good for a Date

Since its 1984 debut, California Dreaming has expanded to a chain of eight restaurants in the region, including five venues in South Carolina. The Charleston restaurant dates to 19…Read more

91% recommended

Scenic View in Exclusive

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Parcel 32

$$$$·Contemporary Southern·

Downtown Charleston

405 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasion
Fit for Foodies

Charleston’s Parcel 32 specializes in wood-fired cuisine, so it’s no surprise that the restaurant usually presents an amazing steak or two on its ever-changing menu. Small plates, …Read more

90% recommended

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The Macintosh

$$$$·American·

Downtown Charleston

2,096 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date
Creative Cuisine

At the Macintosh, acclaimed chef Jeremiah Bacon presents tightly edited, frequently changing brunch and dinner menus showcasing his eclectic, global approach to comfort cuisine. Th…Read more

100% recommended

American in South Carolina

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Outback Steakhouse - Charleston

$$$$·Steakhouse·

West Ashley

Outback Steakhouse, the world-famous steakhouse chain inspired by Australia, has one of its 1,000-plus restaurants in Charleston (and another in North Charleston). The popular eate…Read more

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Slightly North of Broad

$$$$·Low Country·

Downtown Charleston

6,651 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Special Occasion
Neighborhood Gem

Slightly North of Broad, an inviting restaurant that indicates its upscale styling through the playful acronym S.N.O.B., occupies a lofty 18th-century warehouse space in Charleston…Read more

95% recommended

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Husk - Charleston

$$$$·American·

Downtown Charleston

11,063 reviews

Local Ingredients
Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies

Husk in Charleston, just like its sister restaurants in Nashville, Greenville and Savannah, is a celebration of southern ingredients. Acclaimed chef Sean Bock selects ingredients e…Read more

84% recommended

Fit for Foodies in South Carolina

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Ichiban Steak House & Asian Fusion

$$$$·Sushi·

West Ashley

123 reviews

Authentic
Good for Groups

Ichiban Steak House and Asian Fusion offers Charleston diners a fun, interactive take on Japanese cuisine. Its excellent steak options, which are prepared with flare on a table-sid…Read more

100% recommended

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Athens Restaurant and Grill

$$$$·Greek·

James Island

42 reviews

Good for a Date
Authentic
Casual

Along with traditional Greek cuisine from gyros to baklava, Athens Restaurant and Grill offers several USDA prime steak options on its dinner menu. There’s an authentic befteki, a …Read more

82% recommended

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