The dinner list

Restaurants

A personal mix of polished Charleston classics, lively neighborhood rooms, and a few places that deserve a little detour. Book ahead where you can.

Restaurant bar

167 Raw

193 King Street

A deservedly popular raw bar and seafood restaurant with a beautiful, energetic dining room. Reserve well ahead.

Elegant dining room

High Cotton

199 East Bay Street

High-level Southern dining and polished service in a classic Charleston room.

Modern restaurant

FIG

232 Meeting Street

A Charleston essential: thoughtful food, a distinctive experience, and reservations that require planning.

Warm restaurant interior

Vern’s

41 Bogard Street

An off-the-beaten-path favorite with a balanced, tasteful menu and a relaxed but special feeling.

Pizza restaurant

Renzo

A short drive or rideshare

Art-deco atmosphere, bright pasta, fancy pizza, and an easy choice when you want an evening away from downtown.

Restaurant table

Delaney Oyster House

115 Calhoun Street

Oysters, crab claws, and a generous menu in a beautifully renovated antebellum home.