Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Charleston North, SC

NORTH DOWNTOWN. This trendy sandwich shop boasts delicious gourmet lunch fare. The flavors of homemade mozzarella, soups...

NORTH DOWNTOWN. This trendy sandwich shop boasts delicious gourmet lunch fare. The flavors of homemade mozzarella, soups and salad dressings entice diners, who return frequently for the tasty eats and great deals. Don't miss the lunch special, which includes a sandwich and soup or salad for seven bucks. There is another location in Mount Pleasant.

Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-9:30pm; Fri-Sat 11am-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

NORTH DOWNTOWN. At this booming Asian kitchen, chefs concoct fabulous Thai dishes, from beef basil to curry duck, in...

NORTH DOWNTOWN. At this booming Asian kitchen, chefs concoct fabulous Thai dishes, from beef basil to curry duck, in front of the hungry diners who crowd the bar area. A city favorite, this eatery is so popular that at dinner time, the lines spill over into the sidewalks. Knowledgeable, attentive service.

Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-10:30pm; Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-11pm; Sat 5pm-11pm; Sun 5pm-10pm

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NORTH DOWNTOWN. A lovely balcony flanks the side of this restaurant, housed in a historic King Street home, where diners...

NORTH DOWNTOWN. A lovely balcony flanks the side of this restaurant, housed in a historic King Street home, where diners congregate to enjoy exquisite seafood dishes. Representative mains include roasted freshwater bass with sautéed bok choy, pan-seared red snapper with crispy rice noodles, and pan-seared Maine scallops. The whimsical dessert menu will take you back to your childhood with treats like warm apple pancakes witth vanilla ice cream and hot chocolate sauce or fried banana cheesecake spring rolls with plum chocolate sauce. Come on Wednesday night for the half price wines ­ one of the best steals in town!

Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm; Sat 5:30pm-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. Located downtown, this delightful wine bar offers a comfortable dining room and spacious outdoor patio. From...

DOWNTOWN. Located downtown, this delightful wine bar offers a comfortable dining room and spacious outdoor patio. From salads to small plates to pastas, the kitchen turns out pleasantly creative concoctions. Try the couscous, flavored with shrimp, crabmeat and onions then topped with a brandy-saffron-cream sauce. Wines are reasonably priced, and 32 varieties are available by the glass.

Hours: Mon-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm; Sun 11pm-2pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. Locals rave about the Lowcountry eats served at this comfortable kitchen, named in honor of Jestine Matthews,...

DOWNTOWN. Locals rave about the Lowcountry eats served at this comfortable kitchen, named in honor of Jestine Matthews, the loving lady who cooked for and raised founder Shera Lee Berlin. Famously downhome and soulful, Jestine's is one of those rare restaurants whose appeal transcends economic, even cultural notions ­ that is, everybody from students to lawyers stops in to sip the sweet tea. As for the eats ­ fried okra, shrimp-n-grits, Coca Cola cake ­ word on the street is, "It's all good!" Great prices, too.

Hours: Tue-Thu 11am-9:30pm; Fri-Sat 11am-10pm; Sun 11am-9pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

MARKET. Set in a charming little historic house, Cru Cafe is usually packed with locals who enjoy the stylishly casual...

MARKET. Set in a charming little historic house, Cru Cafe is usually packed with locals who enjoy the stylishly casual ambience and chef-owner (and Cordon Bleu graduate) John Zucker's amazingly inventive fare. Lunch options hit the mark ­ try the heaping Chinese chicken salad, a massive black angus burger, or the unique BLT piled high with shrimp. At dinner, small plates of walnut-stuffed baked brie or fried oysters are ideal precursors to sizzling steaks, seared duck or Thai seafood risotto. A couple of blocks off the beaten path, at the corner of Pinckney and Anson, it's less touristy than most places you'll find around the Market.

Hours: Tue-Thu 11am-3pm, 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-3pm, 5pm-11pm

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JOHNS ISLAND. Located on the grounds of the Stono Farm Market on Johns Island, this eatery serves up satisfying hot...

JOHNS ISLAND. Located on the grounds of the Stono Farm Market on Johns Island, this eatery serves up satisfying hot lunch plates, soups and sandwiches. For seven bucks, enjoy your choice of meat, two veggies and tea or coffee. Scrumptious mains may include BBQ, roast pork, pot roast, ribs, chicken-salad stuffed tomato or fried flounder. For accompaniments, choose among tomato pie, mac 'n cheese, squash casserole, mashed potatoes, and butter baby carrots.

Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-2:30pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. A fireplace and long communal tables flank this charming eatery, where diners munch on casual French bites....

DOWNTOWN. A fireplace and long communal tables flank this charming eatery, where diners munch on casual French bites. Start your day off with a cup of coffee and apple, chocolate or cinnamon filled croissant, or come at lunchtime for a sandwich or salad with a glass of house wine. Seafood wasabi, chicken sesame or Provençal, and sea scallops in garlic lemon butter are among the dinner choices; each is served with soup or salad, rice or couscous, and bread. Thursday night features a choice of fondues, including beef, seafood, Swiss and blue cheese.

Hours: Mon 8am-4pm; Tue-Thu 8am-10pm; Fri-Sat 8am-10:30pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

MOUNT PLEASANT. Start your day off right with a heaping plate of bacon, eggs and grits at this Mount Pleasant...

MOUNT PLEASANT. Start your day off right with a heaping plate of bacon, eggs and grits at this Mount Pleasant hole-in-the-wall. Prices are hard to beat, and the kitchen's generously sized portions of homestyle eats ensure you won't leave hungry. If you come in the afternoon, dig into the hearty meatloaf or fantastic blue cheese and eggplant sandwich.

Hours: Mon-Thu 7am-9:30pm; Fri-Sat 7am-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

JOHNS ISLAND. An airy interior, distinguished by vinyl tablecloths and hardwood floors, sets the scene at this casual...

JOHNS ISLAND. An airy interior, distinguished by vinyl tablecloths and hardwood floors, sets the scene at this casual eatery. Barbecued ribs, pork, and chicken are the delectable draw, cooked for hours over hickory and applewood. Sandwiches and combo plates appeal to diners with smaller appetites, while big eaters revel in the buffet, which not only includes barbecue but everything from butter beans to okra gumbo, collard greens, and sweet potatoes. Add in plenty of sweet tea and a big serving of banana pudding, and it's hard to find a better Southern meal!

Hours: Wed-Sat 11am-8:30pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club