Calling all foodies, wine enthusiasts, and culinary aficionados! Mark your calendar for Charleston Restaurant Week. The Holy City's winter installation of Charleston Restaurant Week is scheduled for January 9-19, 2025.
Don't miss out on the epicurean event of a lifetime. This is one of the most anticipated weeks in the South Carolina Lowcountry! Whether craving something sweet, savory, or anything in between, this one-of-a-kind event will please every palate. With over 50 participating restaurants, many restaurant options are available.
If you’re traveling to Charleston to attend, download our free Sea Island vacation guide. It is full of great recommendations for area activities, events, and accommodations. Below is more information on Charleston Restaurant Week, a semi-annual celebration of Charleston restaurants.
Your Guide to Charleston Restaurant Week
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What Is Charleston Restaurant Week?
The participating restaurants offer prix fixe lunch and dinner menus ranging from $25 to $50. This is a great and affordable way to sample some of the Holy City’s top restaurants. Each restaurant has a custom menu featuring three to four courses. From savory dishes like shrimp and grits to sweet classics like pecan pie, you can expect a little of everything on the menu.
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When Is Restaurant Week in Charleston?
Charleston Restaurant Week's highly anticipated culinary events take place semi-annually in January and September. We can't wait for the next scheduled Event. Charleston Restaurant Week includes 10 days of mouthwatering cuisine to sample for lunch or dinner! The next Charleston Restaurant Week dates are January 9-19, 2025. You will want to make reservations so you don’t miss out on Charleston’s best and most affordable dining options.
EXAMPLES of past Participating Restaurants
The following are just a glimpse of what you can expect to see during Charleston Restaurant Week. For a complete list of participating restaurants, check out their website.
Downtown Charleston
- Church and Union Charleston (casual but refined American Cuisine with tons of ambiance) 3 courses
- Gingerline Charleston's new hip craft cocktail bar and restaurant featuring coastal dishes celebrating the ingredients of Latin America
- 82 Queen (Lowcountry classics, outdoor seating on garden patio) Lunch and Dinner.
- Amen Street Fish and Raw Bar (fresh oysters and seafood)
- O-Ku Sushi 3 courses for
- Galpao Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse (authentic Brazillian steakhouse with 17 cuts of meat and so much more!)
- Bourbon and Bubbles (shared plates, a large selection of sparkling wines, craft cocktails, and a super atmosphere)
- Mesu (Mexican and sushi-inspired fare on upper King Street)
- Stars Rooftop Bar and Grille Room (Charleston's most popular rooftop bar features seasonal cuisine and craft cocktails)
- Park and Grove (delightful neighborhood dining near Hampton Park)
- Revival (modern southern eatery on East Bay Street)
- Pink Cactus (a fun and casual Oaxacan-style restaurant on Spring Street)
EXAMPLES of past Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms Restaurants
- Grace and Grit Family-owned southern classics 3 courses for
- Crab House Shem Creek: On the historic Shem Creek Waterfront, a great choice for seafood
- Basil Thai Popular authentic Thai cuisine
- Mill Street Tavern Waterfront location on Shem Creek
EXAMPLES of past West Ashley Restaurants
- Ms. Rose's Fine Food and Cocktails is a favorite neighborhood restaurant for family and friends. A special menu will be available soon.
EXAMPLES of past James Island/Folly Beach Restaurants
- Jalisco Taqueria & Tequila (tacos, plates & delicious margaritas)
- Blu Folly Beach (one of Charleston's only oceanfront restaurants featuring seafood and regional favorites)
- Pier 101 Oceanfront casual dining on the famous Folly Beach pier.
- Osaka Asian Bistro
EXAMPLES of past Johns Island, Kiawah Island & Seabrook Island Restaurants
- Forty-Eight Wine Bar (fine wine, craft beer, charcuterie, and small plates)
- Blu Oyster Johns Island's only sushi bar in the heart of the island on Maybank
Live Near It All on Kiawah or Seabrook Island
Kiawah Island and Seabrook Island offer a unique combination of peacefulness and exclusivity that is only 30 minutes away from the bustling Holy City. When you purchase a home on one of these beloved Charleston sea islands, you’ll also enjoy easy access to the area’s best restaurants, world-renowned cuisine, most beautiful beaches, resort-style shopping, and luxury amenities.
If you are planning a trip into Charleston for Restaurant Week, we recommend making reservations in advance. Give yourself extra time to walk around and enjoy the atmosphere of the city or grab a quick drink before or after dinner at your favorite spot or somewhere new. The options are always fresh in Charleston!