Best Dinner Places to Eat in Folly Beach

"FIG’s dining room is welcoming and unpretentious, keeping the focus squarely on the food and drinks (and the latter is no slouch—FIG's wine program was named most outstanding in the country in 2018 by the James Beard Foundation). The menus are chef Jason Stanhope's daily improvisations, based on the finest ingredients from local farmers and fishermen: rendered bone marrow salsa verde deepens the flavor profile of freshly caught fish, while the veggie plate highlights what's growing this season. End with a Nardini amaro—one of the many fine digestivos on an extensive list."

"Despite its relatively small size, Charleston is blessed with an abundance of critically praised, seasonally obsessed, farm-to-table restaurants. If you're a locavore Charlestonian who's meeting foodie friends for dinner and drinks—or you have some kind of grudge match with local hero Sean Brock—then FIG, aka Food Is Good, is probably where you're headed. FIG occupies a modern, spacious room (across the street from old-school Jestine's; see below), where the weekend bar scene is as lively as the kitchen."

"A brewery, beer destination and restaurant in one, Edmund’s Oast turns out house-made charcuterie and quality dishes in a massive outdoor beer garden and indoor restaurant space alongside house beers, guest beers, cocktails and spirits (heavy on American whiskey but including everything from amari to gin). Head bartender Jayce McConnell ensures spirits drinkers won’t suffer for choices alongside the beer crowd. What to Drink: Go the vacation-like, savory Thai route with the likes of Pad Thai Mai Tai (rum, curaçao, lime, peanut, cilantro and a Charleston gold rice “orgeata”—an orgeat-horchata mix) or focus on whiskey with a drink like The Cowboy Song (Wyoming whiskey, huckleberry, mint, Peychaud’s bitters).http://edmundsoast.com"

"If you are looking for unique restaurants in Charleston, SC, Edmund's Oast is a stylish gastropub that draws a hip crowd with their inventive American cuisine and unparalleled craft beer program. In addition to a diverse selection of on tap and bottled beer options, Edmund's Oast serves an array of culinary delights. Dishes like Pickled Shrimp and Braised Lamb Meatballs are indicative of the kitchen’s creative flair, and combined with unique cocktails, Edmund's Oast will undoubtedly have you coming back for more."

"Edmund's Oast produces beer as well as showcases other offerings from outstanding producers, so there are more than 35 options on tap. More interested in wine?. Then there plenty of options—leaning heavily on whites, rosé, and sparkling—that compliment the food, and most run $12 to $15 by the glass."

"This cafe & bakery is all about fresh ingredients and made from scratch foods. The modern location offers indoor and outdoor seating where you can relax and enjoy an incredible meal or baked goods. Their menu changes often based on the local ingredients they can source but consistent favorites are their sandwiches and cinnamon rolls."

"The name of this restaurant is a bit contradictory to the vegan lifestyle. However, it has a number of delicious vegan-friendly items. Located on Upper King in downtown, this Charleston restaurant is the second branch of this brand."

"Healthy and light but always satisfying, this local favorite has grown into new digs and expanded its lunch and dinner menus. The seasonal menu...Read More"

"While it might be called ordinary, the food here is no ordinary food. The seafood here is some of the best seafood you will ever have, making this one of the best seafood restaurants in Charleston SC. Here, good food is paired with good drinks, so make sure you go there with a good appetite and a love for drinks. The smoked oysters and the soft shell crab is a must-have."

"Oysters are the centerpiece at The Ordinary, chef Mike Lata’s restaurant concept. Housed in a converted former bank building, the seafood hall and oyster bar is one of the top places to visit for Charleston seafood at its best and draws hordes of locals and visitors alike who are united by a shared passion for all things seafood. Oysters are, of course, the highlight."

"This stately oyster hall, built in a 1920's bank, features an ever-evolving seafood menu from executive chef Mike Lata and chef de cuisine Tori Schumacher that includes exclusive oyster varieties and an American caviar service. Go for the crispy oyster sliders; stay for the showstopping seafood tower, which offers a variety of raw and cooked seafood."

"Hall’s Chophouse is where you go for a big steak and a few stiff drinks. While this Mazyck-Wraggborough restaurant is definitely a little fancy, it also has nightly live music and a very popular bar, where you can order ribs, nachos, and a really good burger if you aren’t after the full steakhouse experience . If you can’t make it for dinner, make a reservation for their Gospel Brunch instead and enjoy a choir performance over a Chophouse Omelet with mushrooms and creamed spinach."

"Halls Chophouse is the go-to date spot for couples looking to add a little ritz to their night out on the town. Located on buzzing Upper King Street downtown, Halls is ideal for those couples who love a good steak almost as much as their significant other (we all know 'em). Here at Halls, expect the fines steaks in Charleston (maybe the state), along with excellent chicken, pasta, and seafood dishes, and live piano in the background."

"Halls Chophouse presents delicious cuisine in an energetic, visually striking environment. The restaurant features exposed brick walls, leather banquettes and warm lighting true to old-world traditional steakhouses. The 160-seat chophouse is situated on two rustic floors with tables and banquettes available for general dining."

"Galpão Gaucho is an authentic Brazilian Steakhouse in downtown Charleston. We feature a gourmet salad bar and 17 unlimited selections of meat, carved tableside by our Gauchos"

"A casual and contemporary experience of the famous Brazilian steakhouse. Serving and preserving the authenticity of a our culture of food and hospitality.…"

"Multi-level rooftop with dancing, drink specials, and views of the Market If there's such a thing as a divey rooftop bar, Henry’s is it. It’s fun for when you want to enjoy the weather and have a few drinks with friends, but it does have some drawbacks: the interior of the restaurant is aged, the food is nothing to write home about, and the service is sometimes lackluster. But here's the truth: the rooftop patio is always a fun time."

"Head up to Henry’s Rooftop Bar on North Market Street to watch the sun go down. Henry’s restaurant-bar, open since 1932, has it all — great food, live music and a lounge for dancing plus a rooftop patio for chill out drinks. Rock in a rocking chair or swing in a hammock while sipping on a Silver Rickey or a Sweet Tea Cosmo as a palette of vermilion streaks the skies."

"It also has a rooftop deck, with rocking chairs, a swing and other seating where you can enjoy $10 cocktails or $6-$10 glasses of wine."

"The Baker & The Farmer, located on John’s Island, offers homemade ice creams and desserts. The treats are locally sourced and they churn their ice cream and make their own sprinkles!. If you’re looking to pair your sweet treat with a snack, you’ll find that at the shop too!"

"This local chain has done gangbusters in the Southeast and with good reason. The ribs and pulled pork are finger-lickin’ good, especially doused in one of their many sauces—try the whiskey version. Dine with the crowds or get the goods to go."

"This light-filled, minimalist cafe dubs itself a vegan restaurant, offering no animal products on the menu. However, unsuspecting customers may be thrown off by the meat-centric dish names, like the fried “chicken” sandwich and chickpea “tuna” salad, but the meat substitutes create unique delicious dishes. Try the tempeh Reuben with vegan swiss cheese or caesar salad with fried seitan “chicken.” Serving breakfast and lunch, this trendy vegetarian restaurant knows how to make some tasty portobello bacon."

"Its main aim is to serve delicious food so that plant-based diets won’t be deprived of rich tastes. Here, you can find the vegetarian version of your favorite food. It uses absolutely quality ingredients to bring bold flavors, even in the vegan menu."

"Gnome Cafe (109 President St.) offers vegan versions of many favorite Southern dishes and creates a few new ones too, all made with flavorful and quality ingredients. Breakfast and lunch show how satisfying vegan food can be."

"Charleston’s first Professional Equity Musical Theatre Company. Featuring Broadway actors, members of the union, and professional local talent in top-of-the-line productions."

"Located on the corner of French Quarter Queen and Church streets, the Dock Street Theatre has a rich Charleston history spanning four centuries. On the National Register of Historic Places as the first building in the U.S. designed for theatrical use, The Dock Street Theatre first opened in 1736, and hosted the first opera performance in America with Flora. The original building is said to have burned down in the Great Fire of 1740, and finally succumbed to disrepair following the Civil War."

"This is a great choice not only for the venue itself but also for its supreme location in the city's historic French Quarter neighborhood in Charleston's downtown area. It started out as a hotel in 1809 and was converted into a theater in 1935. It was actually the first place designed and built for use as a theater in the Thirteen Colonies and is therefore also on the National Register of Historic Places."

"The Dock Street Theatre is an underrated photographic gem located in the historic French Quarter of downtown Charleston. It was originally built as a hotel in 1809 before being converted to a theater in 1935. You can see the beautiful Dock Street Theatre in the image below from photographer Bent Bjørnskov."

"The Charleston Gaillard Center is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to developing and operating a state-of-the-art performing arts center in downtown Charleston."