Charleston Restaurant Week: Fall 2025 Update

Calling all foodies! While Charleston’s traditional September Restaurant Week is no longer a stand-alone, city-only event, you can still score those multi-course deals this season as part of Restaurant Week South Carolina, which includes the Charleston area. Charleston City Paper

When is it?

August 14–24, 2025 (11 days). This statewide celebration features participating restaurants across South Carolina, including many in Greater Charleston. Restaurant Week Upstate

Quick note: In 2024 organizers discontinued the separate fall Charleston Restaurant Week. Since then, the winter edition in January has remained Charleston’s primary local run, and late-summer/fall dining deals roll up under the statewide campaign listed above. Charleston City Paper

What to expect

Restaurant Week South Carolina highlights special prix-fixe menus at a wide range of restaurants—from casual neighborhood spots to fine-dining favorites. Menus and pricing vary by restaurant; most offer 2–3 courses with excellent value. Keep an eye on each restaurant’s page for exact offerings and prices. scrla.org

Where to find current menus & the official list

Browse the active lineup and menus on the Restaurant Week South Carolina site. Use the filters for Charleston Area, City of Charleston, Mount Pleasant, James Island/Folly Beach, Johns Island/Kiawah/Seabrook, and more to zero in on your plans. (Restaurants continue to be added and may update menus as the dates approach.) Restaurant Week Upstate

Recent Charleston-area participants (examples)

To help you start shortlisting, here are recent participants from the Charleston area; many of these showed January 2025 menus and frequently join future campaigns. Always confirm current participation and pricing on the official site:

Downtown Charleston: 82 Queen, Hank’s Seafood, Slightly North of Broad, Oak Steakhouse, Husk, Indaco, O-Ku, Revival, Park & Grove, Pink Cactus, Bourbon N’ Bubbles. Foodgressing
Mount Pleasant / Isle of Palms: Cantina 76 (Mt. Pleasant), The Mill Street Tavern. Foodgressing
James Island / Folly Beach: Bohemian Bull – James Island, Rita’s Seaside Grille. Foodgressing
Johns Island / Kiawah / Nexton: Halls Chophouse – Nexton; (filter for Johns Island and Kiawah on the official site to catch updates). FoodgressingRestaurant Week Upstate

These are illustrative, not a guaranteed Fall 2025 list—use them as a planning springboard, then book from the live directory. Restaurant Week Upstate

Tips for snagging the best tables

Reserve early. Prime times fill quickly once menus drop. Local outlets note dozens of Charleston-area participants in each campaign
Preview menus and note any “add-ons” (wine pairings, upgrades) before you book
Plan a mini-food tour. Lunch in one neighborhood, dinner in another—Charleston’s compact footprint makes it easy.

Fast FAQ

Is there a “Fall 2025 Charleston Restaurant Week” in September?
Not as a separate city-only event. The fall deals now run under Restaurant Week South Carolina (Aug 14–24, 2025), which includes Charleston. Charleston City PaperRestaurant Week Upstate

How many courses and what price points?
Varies by restaurant; expect value-driven 2–3 course menus with pricing set by each venue. Check the official listing for current menus and rates. scrla.org

Where’s the official list?
See the Restaurant Week South Carolina site and filter for Charleston Area and specific neighborhoods.

Make it a Sea Islands Getaway

If you’re traveling in for the August dates, download our free Sea Islands Vacation Guide for ideas on beaches, activities, and where to stay near Kiawah and Seabrook—then savor Charleston’s dining scene by night.

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