Charleston’s Fresh Fall Highlights: New Restaurants, Events, and Experiences
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NEW RESTAURANTS
Berkeley’s 624 1/2 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston | eatatberkeleys.com
Berkeley’s brings classic American fare to North Central Charleston. Highlights include the Chicken Parmesan Sandwich with grandma sauce and mozzarella, alongside a curated selection of local retail items such as hot sauce from Red Clay and artisanal soap from Pluff Mud Mercantile. Opened August 2021.
Beyond Distilling 2157 Rich Street, North Charleston | beyonddistillingcompany.com
Beyond Distilling reimagines cocktails with a focus on rum, gin, and bourbon. Co‑owned by a behavior analyst, the company employs individuals with cognitive disabilities, creating inclusive employment opportunities. Opened August 2021.
Brasserie La Banque 1 Broad Street, Charleston | brasserielabanque.com
From the team behind Indaco, Cocktail Club, and O‑Ku, Brasserie La Banque offers a classic French menu in the South Broad neighborhood. Expect dishes such as Black Cocoa Cured Foie Gras Torchon with Apple Parisienne and a cocktail program featuring Chartreuse. Opened June 2021.
Bull & Finch 1710 Shoremeade Road, Mount Pleasant | thebullandfinchpub.com
Mount Pleasant’s newest gastropub, Bull & Finch, focuses on fresh cuisine. Signature items include Gourmet Mushroom Risotto with charred tomato and local mushrooms. The 20‑seat bar and elevated dining room create a relaxed atmosphere. Opened September 2021.
Minero 3140 Maybank Highway, Johns Island | instagram.com/minerochs
Minero brings Mexican‑inspired flavors to Johns Island. The team behind Husk and Delaney Oyster House will serve house‑made tortillas, slow‑cooked meats, and fire‑grilled wings all day, seven days a week. Opening Fall 2021.
OddFellows 550 King Street, Charleston | oddfellows.com
Brooklyn‑based dessert shop OddFellows expands to downtown Charleston. Known for unconventional ice cream flavors such as Chocotorta with sour‑cream ice cream and dulce de leche swirls, the shop also offers vegan options, soft‑serve, milkshakes, and ice cream floats. Opening Fall 2021.
Owlbear Cafe 1964 Riviera Drive, Mount Pleasant | owlbearcafe.com
Owlbear Cafe offers a breakfast and lunch menu focused on local ingredients, a curated beer and wine list, house‑brewed coffee, and over 50 board games for social gatherings. Opened June 2021.
Share House 23 Ann Street, Charleston | instagram.com/sharehousechs
Housed in a renovated train depot, Share House delivers an all‑day dining experience with dishes like Buffalo Duck Quesadilla featuring caramelized onions, smoked gouda, and roasted garlic aioli. The relaxed indoor‑outdoor setting is ideal for casual meals. Opening Fall 2021.
The Longboard 2213 Middle Street, Sullivan’s Island | thelongboardsullivans.com
Founded by Charleston natives Clint Gaskins and Tyler Beckstead, The Longboard brings an island‑inspired menu to Sullivan’s Island. Highlights include Cobia Crudo with watermelon aqua chile and a drink menu featuring kombucha, house‑made sodas, and creative cocktails. Opened August 2021.
Maya 479 King Street, Charleston | mayachs.com
Maya, by the Indigo Road group, offers a regional Mexican experience with bold flavors and traditional techniques. The restaurant features an in‑house masa program, live music, and open‑fire cooking on a comal. Opening Fall 2021.
MOMO 1049 Everglades Avenue, North Charleston | momocharleston.com
MOMO presents American cuisine rooted in local farmers and fishermen. Signature dishes include Flounder Ceviche with tigre de leche and the TSA Sandwich with honey‑roasted smoked turkey. The concept extends to a gastro‑truck and catering. Opened August 2021.
Rudy Royale 209 E Bay Street, Charleston | rudyroyale.com
Rudy Royale offers a casual, fried‑chicken‑focused menu downtown. Highlights include whole, half, and two‑piece chicken meals, Crab Toast with lemon‑herbed ricotta, and a selection of cocktails, beer, and wine. Opened June 2021.
The Pass 207‑A St Philip St, Charleston | thepasschs.com
Operating as a market‑style lunch spot by day and a chef’s table by night, The Pass offers seasonal eight‑course private dining. Signature items include The Mort Sahl Sandwich with cured salmon and prosciutto. Opened August 2021.
The Whale 1640 Meeting Street, Charleston | thewhaleavl.com
Asheville’s The Whale, a craft‑beer collective, now serves a curated selection of rare global beers, along with wine, sake, cider, and non‑alcoholic options. Opened September 2021.
RESTAURANT NEWS
Bodega 23 Ann Street, Charleston | bodegachs.com
Bodega relocates from its Uptown Social pop‑up to a permanent space in a renovated train museum downtown. The shop continues to serve New York‑style sandwiches, such as the Grim Reaper with house‑made chorizo and Carolina Reaper ranch.
Crust Wood Fired Pizza 45 Romney Street, Charleston | crustwoodfiredpizza.com
Crust Wood Fired Pizza opens its third Charleston location. Expect innovative pies like the J Bird with braised beef, red pepper, and caramelized onion, as well as an oyster bar and 24 beers on tap.
DellzVille 1617 Ashley River Road, Charleston | dellzville.com
Reopened as DellzVille, the health‑focused eatery offers dishes such as Vegan Nachos with mango salsa and Jazzy Pizza with organic wild rice and black beans. All ingredients are made from scratch and sourced locally.
Ma’am Saab 251 Meeting Street, Charleston | maamsaabchs.com
Former Pakistani pop‑up Ma’am Saab expands to a brick‑and‑mortar location, serving comfort food like kebabs and pakora inspired by Chef Maryam’s home cuisine.
Park & Grove 730 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston | parkandgrovechs.com
Formerly The Park Cafe, Park & Grove reopened with a new name and redesigned space. The seasonal menu features items such as Insalata Di Mare “Crudo” with scallops and a Tom Collins cocktail. Opened August 2021.
The Establishment 28 Broad Street, Charleston | establishmentchs.com
Seafood‑centric The Establishment reopened in the historic James Gregorie house. The menu changes daily to showcase fresh, sustainable ingredients, and the space features two large dining areas, a full bar, a wine cellar, a private dining room, and an open kitchen with a chef’s table.
ACCOMMODATIONS
The Loutrel 61 State Street, Charleston | theloutrel.com
The Loutrel is a 50‑room boutique hotel in Charleston’s historic French Quarter. Highlights include The Veranda Lounge, a private club room, a rooftop with city views, and a curated botanical décor. Guests can enjoy a historic picnic experience and an exclusive garden tour led by the hotel’s private guide.
The Cottages at The Ocean Course One Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah | kiawahresort.com
Located beside the clubhouse on Kiawah Island, these four two‑story, four‑bedroom cottages offer views of the driving range and the Atlantic Ocean. The experience includes daily rounds of golf, breakfast, and concierge service.
RETAIL
The Nail Place 243 Calhoun Street, Charleston | thenailplacecharleston.com
The Nail Place, a women‑owned, environmentally conscious salon, offers manicures, pedicures, spray tans, and facials. Nail services are themed after Charleston landmarks, such as The Charleston Classic and The Sandy Beach.
TOURS & ATTRACTIONS
Hunley Museum 1250 Supply Street, North Charleston | hunley.org
Reopened in June 2021, the Hunley Museum features self‑guided tours and a multimedia video presentation detailing the Confederate submarine’s history. Visitors can view the vessel daily.
International African American Museum 113 Calhoun Street, Charleston | iaamuseum.org
Opening Spring 2022, the museum honors African American history through technology‑driven exhibits and a Family History Center dedicated to genealogy research.
HIGHLIGHTED SPECIAL EVENTS
Cooper River Bridge Run, September 25 | bridgerun.com
The annual 10‑K run invites participants to walk or run the Cooper River Bridge, with a Kid’s Run for those 12 and under. The Finish Festival in Marion Square features live music, food, drinks, and merchandise.
