Hannibal's Kitchen
Soul food restaurant · Charleston
16 Blake St, Charleston, SC 29403
Highlights
Crab rice, shark steak, okra soup, soul food staples
Crab rice, shark steak, okra soup, soul food staples
"A spot to experience traditional Gullah Geechee dishes, offering flavors rooted in the region’s African-American coastal heritage." - Erin Perkins
"Tucked away in the Eastside neighborhood, this Lowcountry legend has served classic Charleston dishes since 1985. Far off the tourist path on Blake Street, try Gullah Geechee cuisine staples like crab rice, lima beans with smoked turkey neck bones, okra soup, and local shark. Open for lunch and dinner, this casual spot meets the need for Lowcountry flavors in a relaxed atmosphere. Best for: A quick stop to get a taste of Gullah Geechee fare." - Erin Perkins
"Open since 1985, Hannibal’s Kitchen has perfected Gullah cuisine, like crab rice, lima beans with smoked neck bones, okra soup, and local shark. Most of the meals clock in under $15." - Erin Perkins
"Located in a small, unassuming orange building on Blake Street, walking into Hannibal’s you realize this restaurant, which many would consider a “hole-in-the-wall,” is really special. The soul food at Hannibal’s is among some of the best you’ll find in Charleston. Currently serving lunch and dinner, the menu focuses primarily on seafood (as is common among the region's restaurants), while also featuring other soul food classics from pork chops to red rice. The crab and shrimp rice is lauded by locals and area chefs as Hannibal's staple and is by far the most popular dish. The fried chicken is another must-try, along with the collard greens and macaroni and cheese. Hannibal’s Kitchen is a must-stop for anyone seeking real soul food while in Charleston." - Stephanie Burt
"While the food scene in Charleston has evolved a lot over the past decade, soul food remains vital. Many places have come and gone, but Hannibal’s Kitchen has continued to be a Charleston staple since its opening in 1985. This Black- and family-owned establishment serves soul food classics like fried chicken and standout seafood dishes like their excellent crab rice. The walls inside are lined with photos of the Huger family that started the restaurant and still own it to this day." - jai jones, emily yates
