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Feb 12, 2025

5 New Charleston Restaurants Locals are Loving

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If there’s one thing Charleston is known for, it’s the impeccable food scene. Coined as one of the most food-centric cities in the US, locals and tourists alike know not to take the food in the Holy City for granted. With a never-ending list of restaurants to choose from, picking a new restaurant can feel like quite the challenge. To help narrow your search and secure a reservation, we’re rounding up five new Charleston restaurants that locals are loving.

Seahorse. From the team behind Chubby Fish, the Seahorse is a brand-new bar and dining room, in a Charleston single house next door. The perfect spot to grab a drink while you wait for your table at Chubby Fish, or enjoy a night-cap. With a mysterious yet moody atmosphere, the Seahorse brings a new vibe to Charleston’s Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood.

Marbled & Fin. Seafood meets steak in this modern steakhouse, located in downtown Charleston off of East Bay Street. With a raw bar, tomahawk steaks and an impressive wine list, Marbled & Fin is sure to capture even if the harshest critic’s attention.

Legami. A new Italian restaurant has hit the scene in the historic building at 492 King Street. Legami is a family-owned business celebrating the passion and dream behind quality food. With a charming atmosphere and delicious cocktails, this spot is perfect for locals and tourists alike to enjoy a night out on King Street.

Lillian’s Petite Market & Eatery. Embracing the modern neighborhood vibe of Charleston while focusing on community and creativity, Lillian’s honors and preserves the charm of the building’s preceder, Harold’s Cabin. Enjoy coffee, pastries, an all-day cafe, a market and a cozy bar and lounge in this reimagined space.

By The Way. From the powerhouse behind Uptown Social, Share House and Bodega, Uptown Hospitality joins forces with Southern Charm’s Craig Conover and Austen Kroll, to bring By The Way to life in Charleston’s Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood. An elevated take on a classic tavern style menu, enjoy hand-crafted cocktails and light bites in this ever buzzing atmosphere. Start your night off right or sit and stay awhile at this new splashy new bar and restaurant, just around the corner from King Street.

From classic Southern comfort food to easy, light bites and handcrafted cocktails, Charleston’s restaurant scene truly has a little bit of everything. Let us know what you think of these restaurants in the comments!

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