Mentioned by charlestoncvb.com
Guide to Casual Dining in Charleston, SC
"Located on King Street, Glazed makes all of its donuts in-house, using many of the ingredients from its garden in the back. With over 200 different flavors and styles and an ever-changing menu of seasonal treats, you will always find a donut to suit your fancy. Customers rave about its apple bacon fritter and raspberry-glazed donuts, but don’t be afraid to try some of the more eclectic flavors."
"Just a few steps down King Street brings you to the next stop on your Charleston Dessert Tour. Named as South Carolina’s best doughnut shop, this is not a place to be missed!. These doughnuts are made from scratch every day and are literally the softest, pillowiest doughnuts I have ever had."
"Ideally located nearby dozens of renowned restaurants and bars in downtown Charleston, this Italian café and dessert bar is the perfect sweet stop for a post-dinner date. Espresso cocktail for us, please!"
"This small, classic French lunch and brunch cafe is tucked just a few steps off of busy King on George Street–central to downtown's shopping district and College of Charleston campus. Duck inside, and you'll likely be welcomed by the enthusiastic, accented owner couple, who proudly share their omelettes and crepes (sweet and savory) with Charleston locals and visitors, served in the traditional style of Brittany in Western France. Sweet crepes include fillings such as strawberries, bananas, homemade chocolate and cream or blueberries, cream and salted butter caramel."
"They come in all shapes and sizes, and even in the form of a cake. Charleston Crêpe Company literally makes wedding cakes out of crêpes…I’m not kidding."
"As its name implies, Christophe Artisan Chocolatier would rather be known for its Charleston chocolates. But their French-pressed coffee and pastries are pretty amazing as well. Plus, their seating areas are cute both upstairs and in the outdoor area behind the building on Society Street, just off of lower King Street."
"This cozy shop sells their chocolates downstairs and has a small seating area upstairs. You’ll find chocolate bars and other handmade chocolates including truffles and hand-painted chocolates. Make sure to order some of their drinking chocolate as well!"
"This small Society Street chocolate and pastry shop is truly authentic: the owner and artist, Christophe Paumer, was raised and trained in France as a third generation chocolatier and patissier. Visit Christophe Artisan Chocolatier-Patissier for hand-painted chocolate truffles, chocolate bars, favored chocolate pieces, pastry and even luxurious chocolate milkshakes as you stroll along King Street, or after a meal nearby. The dessert and sweet treat offerings change daily, and the display cases full of chocolates will make the shop feel almost like an art gallery."
"If you’re in the mood to make a good life decision, get a canelé. A specialty of the Bordeaux region of France, a canelé is a small rum cake with a dark, caramelized exterior and a soft custard center. Canelés are not overly sweet, and addictively good."
"Locally owned and operated since 2001, East Bay Deli is a popular eatery for locals and tourists alike. Voted the Best Deli in Charleston since 2004, our New York style deli with a Southern twist has a variety of made-to-order sandwiches, soups, wraps, hot dogs, giant potatoes, desserts and fresh salad bar. With a breakfast and kids menu as well, there is something for everyone at East Bay Deli!"
"The George Gallery, a highly modern gallery, features a select few artists with a resolutely creative and Southern perspective. Representing some of the most forward-thinking South Carolina artists of the moment, the space is dedicated to displaying their work with valor. Among the works on show are the haunting, yet dynamic mixed medium works by Charleston-based Tim Husey, and Paul Yanko’s beautiful, geometrical paintings that resemble kaleidoscopes rather than canvases."
"George Gallery is one of the most popular art galleries in Charleston amongst Southern artists. A culmination of creativity and abstract versions of the artist's vision, this gallery excels in contemporary American and European art. Unlike other art galleries, George Gallery gives consultation services for a variety of commercial and residential projects."
"Charleston’s East Side isn’t as well known for its art scene, but this corner gallery on Bogard Street is home to contemporary shows with opening night crowds that regularly spill onto the sidewalk. Abstractions and textures often play a part in the stories of each artist’s work—it’s a fresh, modern take on art that’s happening right now."
"See the opulent luxury of the late 19th century in all its vintage glory at the Calhoun Mansion on Meeting Street. The twenty-four thousand square foot mansion is the biggest single-family residence in Charleston and still used as a family home even though it’s open daily for public viewing. Take a tour through its three magnificent floors with thirty-five rooms full of period furniture."
"Seeing historic residences like the Calhoun Mansion is one of the coolest parts of touring any city. This is the biggest personal residence in all of Charleston. With 35-rooms, Calhoun Mansion is a seriously impressive piece of Charleston history."
"Ideally located nearby dozens of renowned restaurants and bars in downtown Charleston, this Italian café and dessert bar is the perfect sweet stop for a post-dinner date. Espresso cocktail for us, please!"
"Sugar Bakeshop is a magical place full of cupcakes, tarts, cookies, and pie. It is perhaps the only establishment in Charleston selling the legendary Southern Lady Baltimore cakes. Not only are the treats a joy, but the petite storefront is impeccably styled with dreamy details and vintage flair."
"The squat, square block that is Sugar Bakeshop is just so cute!. Snap a shot of its printed shop name or turn the corner to find the cupcake motif painted on its side. For an Instagram-worthy photo, you can pose with your treat of the day (this lavender blueberry cupcake was so yummy!)."
"Devoted to making every day special and milestones even better by baking fresh, creative cupcakes. Check out our unique flavors. A Charleston original and a SC favorite!"