Daps Breakfast & Imbibe

Tucked away on the Eastside since 1985, Hannibal's Kitchen serves up soulful Gullah classics like crab rice and fried chicken in a cozy, local atmosphere.

Easygoing hangout with an outdoor pool & a stylish ambiance offering light bites & a cocktail menu.

Luxe quarters with marble baths & mahogany beds in a haute hotel with a rooftop bar & a steakhouse. Amid the shops and dining of historic downtown Charleston, this luxurious landmark hotel is a 7-minute walk from the Waterfront Park and 1 mile from the South Carolina Aquarium. Plush rooms have mahogany beds, marble bathrooms with separate showers and tubs, spa robes and designer toiletries. Suites offer whirlpool tubs and concierge service, which includes hot breakfast, afternoon tea and evening drinks. A presidential suite adds a separate living area, a baby grand piano, a full bar and optional butler service. There’s a high-end steakhouse and a rooftop pool with a bar, as well as meeting and event space. Valet parking is available (fee).

Classy throwback diner for Greek dishes & meze to share, plus Mediterranean Sunday brunch.

Simple rooms & dorms in an airy hostel with a shared kitchen & living room, plus laundry facilities. Off I-26, this bright hostel is 2 miles from Hampton Park, 1 mile from the South Carolina Aquarium and the waterfront, and 8 miles from the Charleston train station. Laid-back dorms have bunk beds, lockers and free Wi-Fi. Straightforward private rooms are also available; some add sitting areas. Bathrooms are shared, except for 2 upgraded rooms that have private or en suite facilities. Parking is complimentary. Other amenities include a shared kitchen and laundry facilities. There's also a communal living room.

4-block city market over 200 years old, with vendors of food, art & crafts like sweetgrass baskets.

Edmund Oast is a laid-back gem serving inventive New American cuisine, house-brewed beers, and craft cocktails in a cozy indoor-outdoor setting.

Historic Federal-style home, open for tours showcasing architecture, furnishings & family artifacts.

"Daddy's Breakfast + Espresso is a vibrant and community-driven food truck nestled in Charleston, where a passion for exceptional food and heartfelt connections converge. Founded during the peak of the COVID pandemic, co-owners Brian and Kristina embarked on a culinary journey to fill a void in Charleston's culinary scene. They sought a haven where locals could effortlessly indulge in a delightful cup of coffee paired with a scrumptious breakfast sandwich."

Casual restaurant with a full-service bar, a patio, and frequent live entertainment.