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1337 Morrison Drive Charleston, SC $ – Sandwiches from $7-13 Pub Food, Burgers, Bar
With Jeff finally back in Charleston after a weekend in Atlanta for work, we decided to pretend Sunday night was a Saturday night, which usually includes trying a fun new restaurant. Although the Tattooed Moose is definitely not new, we’d still yet to try it because it’s located way up East Bay St. – and not within walking distance…unless you want to get shot on your way.
When we arrived, we felt like we were the first and only patrons with cars… the outside looks like a hole-in-the-wall biker bar meets emo, hipster hangout, where the [...]
Anson Restaurant 12 Anson, Charleston, South Carolina “Seafood, American, Steakhouse” –> Southern $$$ – $24-32 for entrees.
Having not dined at Anson in years, we made our first visit of sorts recently and did not find it as our memories expected.
Situated right off of Market Street, its right in the thick of Charleston as tourists know it. You’re sure to get a few wafts of that awesome smell of horse from the stables next door.
Anson has a sort of interesting vibe going on: while they offer a very traditional Southern menu, the white table clothes and price point of all entrees and wine leave you [...]
17 Warren St, Charleston, SC Italian — Outdoor patio & live band occasionally $$ — Most entrees in the $15-18 range
Looking for some good Italian on the peninsula, we strolled over to Pane e Vino, located just off Charleston’s busy King Street on a much quieter, off-the-beaten path Warren Street. Entering the restaurant, you’ll pass by the giant patio hidden behind an ivy-covered wrought-iron fence, which looks larger than the main dining room of the restaurant.
The interior feels very Italian with a lowly lit, cozy and romantic atmosphere, although a little less authentic feeling than, say, Osteria la [...]
If you think Charleston is the #1 City in America now, you should have seen it during Colonial times. It was the largest and richest city in the colonies. So, needless to say, there were plenty of very, very large plantations… Most of which were burned during the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, but some that are still standing.
And, Drayton Hall, built from 1738-1742, is one that is still standing. If you’re looking for a glimpse into a long-forgotten way of life, take an hour-long tour of Drayton Hall ($18/person). Although there are no residents, furniture or knick-knacks left in the house, you’ll learn of a time gone by that makes you almost wish you lived [...]
51 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 843-724-8481 $10 for a 35-40 minute tour.
BOTTOM LINE: The 6,500 sq. ft. house is in excellent condition, fully furnished (not with original furniture, but museum quality from the same time period) and refurbished to its original condition. For $10, the 40-minute tour will give you a good balance of history of the time and the Russell family, as well as a detailed account of the features and furnishings of the house.
Located in one of the prettiest – and oldest – parts of the peninsula, the Nathaniel Russell House has drawn visitors since it was built in 1808. If you’re looking for a more typical urban [...]
188 East Bay, Charleston, South Carolina Wine, Tapas, International $$ — Entrees for $13-17
Social, located on Charleston’s busy and exceptionally touristy East Bay Street, is a chic wine bar. The dark decor and low lighting give you an intimate, big-city experience all in close proximity to all Charleston has to offer–both sites and tastes.
Social is predominately a wine bar, with the centerpiece behind the bar being an entire row of those super cool wine dispensers like this one:
But don’t worry beer-lovers, they also have at least 4 craft beers on tap and also a full liquor bar.
Being a [...]
1909-P Hwy 17 North, Mt Pleasant, SC Breakfast/Brunch, Bagels, Coffee $ – Cheap
I’m a fan of Bagel Nation–I’ll admit it–so, when I checked them out on Urbanspoon to see what others were thinking, I was shocked to see only a 71%! Ok, sure, it’s in a strip mall. And, yes, it’s true that it takes 20+ minutes to get your order, that the bagels often run out very early and that the place is generally just dirty feeling–from the tables to the walls. But, that’s part of the charm. It’s a hometown kind of place with some character and good prices. And that’s all before we get to the [...]
14-16 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 843-722-8205
Located nearly across the street from Battery Park, the Calhoun Mansion is the largest private residence on the peninsula. But, you’ll quickly be more impressed with the contents of the house than its sheer size.
The Italianate design manor house has 35 rooms, a grand ballroom, Japanese water gardens, 35 fireplaces and a 75-foot domed stairhall ceiling
Tours are offered seven days a week, from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on every hour and half-hour, each lasting about 30-35 minutes ($15), and the “New Grand Tour” ($50 with a reservation) lasting about [...]
