"There's almost always a dog on the patio, something that this true neighborhood spot welcomes by remembering the names of regular pooches as much as their people. Secondly, when the garage door is up, Berkeley's becomes one of those magical open-air places–with seats on the outside and the insides–and there's a great feel of the breeze and the sounds of the bustling neighborhood beyond the patio. The booths are simple and so is the decor, but it's all meant to be as straightforward as the friendly service and food. Walking in, all signs seem to point to a run-of-the-mill neighborhood sandwich shop, but one glance at the drinks list and one bite of a salmon BLT and you know that something special is happening here. There's an unexpected extra step taken with everything, and from the house-made whiz on the Veggie Cheesesteak to a tried-and-true Eggplant Parm, it's clear that the people in the kitchen can cook and aren't just slinging sandwiches. While this is not a stop for those looking to have a Lowcountry dining experience, it is most certainly is for those looking to have a Charleston experience. Charleston's palate is much more diverse than shrimp and grits, and sometimes you just need a good chicken cutlet sandwich and a cold beer—but make it nice." - Stephanie Burt
