Highest-rated restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina, according to Tripadvisor

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August 10, 2022
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Highest-rated restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina, according to Tripadvisor

With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.

What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.

Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven't been to yet.

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#30. Stella's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (291 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 114 ST Philip Street Corner of Warren and ST Philip Streets, Charleston, SC 29403-6141
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#29. Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (821 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 198 E Bay St Suite 100, Charleston, SC 29401-2612
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#28. Burwell's Stone Fire Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (745 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 14 N Market St, Charleston, SC 29401-2623
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#27. Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (3,150 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 205 E Bay St Corner of Cumberland & East Bay, Charleston, SC 29401-2608
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#26. Bin 152

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (219 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Wine Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 152 King St, Charleston, SC 29401-2212
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#25. FIG

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,348 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 232 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401-3134
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#24. Peninsula Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,851 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 112 N Market St Corner of Meeting and North Market streets, Charleston, SC 29401-3157
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#23. Anson

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (968 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 12 Anson St, Charleston, SC 29401-2018
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#22. Millers All Day

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (384 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 120 King St, Charleston, SC 29401-2209
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#21. Pearlz Oyster Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,265 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 153 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401-2124
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#20. Thoroughbred Club

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (295 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 205 Meeting St Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, SC 29401-3110
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#19. The Glass Onion

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (886 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cajun & Creole
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1219 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407-7826
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#18. Hank's Seafood Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (4,577 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 10 Hayne St, Charleston, SC 29401-3106
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#17. Cru Cafe

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (3,032 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 18 Pinckney St, Charleston, SC 29401-2006
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#16. Breizh Pan Crepes & Deli

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (329 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $
- Address: 39 George St corner king street and George street, Charleston, SC 29401-1422
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#15. High Cotton Charleston

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,740 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 199 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401-2605
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#14. The Palmetto Cafe

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (439 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 205 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401-3110
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#13. Swig & Swine

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,182 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1217 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407-7826
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#12. Grill 225

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,451 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 225 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401-2608
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#11. Magnolias

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (7,743 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 185 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401-2126
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#10. R Kitchen

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (683 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, International
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 212 Rutledge Ave, Charleston, SC 29403-5303
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#9. Brown Dog Deli

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,694 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Deli
- Price: $
- Address: 40 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401-3004
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#8. 167 Raw Oyster Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,932 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 193 King St, Charleston, SC 29401-1620
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#7. Revival

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (842 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 162 East Bay St (Next To The Vendue), Charleston, SC 29401
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#6. Charleston Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,986 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Contemporary
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 224 King St, Charleston, SC 29401-3102
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#5. Slightly North of Broad

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (4,388 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 192 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401-2123
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#4. Circa 1886 Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,291 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Contemporary
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 149 Wentworth Street Behind the Wentworth Mansion, Charleston, SC 29401
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#3. 82 Queen

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (4,715 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Soups
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 82 Queen St, Charleston, SC 29401-2220
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#2. Halls Chophouse

- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (6,586 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 434 King St, Charleston, SC 29403-6230
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#1. Queology

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,449 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 6 N Market St, Charleston, SC 29401-2062
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