You’ve never had seafood like the seafood on the Charleston Coast. Because we are right on the water, we don’t have to ship much of it in! If you go to the right places, much of the menu will come from our own surrounding area. For example, if you visit Shem Creek, you’ll see shrimp boats that still go out every day and bring fresh shrimp back! Make sure you experience this delicacy when you go to these Charleston seafood restaurants.
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THESE CHARLESTON SEAFOOD RESTAURANTS ARE SHRIMPLY THE BEST
1. 167 Raw
167 Raw is more than just a raw bar. They have some of the best seafood in town! This eatery has a contemporary menu with a few classics thrown in. Start with an assortment from the raw bar, then go for one of their delicious entrees. Favorites include the lobster roll, scallop po boys, and the catch of the day!
2. Hank’s Seafood Restaurant
Hank’s Seafood Restaurant is a Charleston classic. If you’re looking for white tablecloths and exceptional service, Hank’s is for you. The menu here is a classic take on all of your seafood favorites. You can dine on dishes like crab cakes, roasted fish, pan-seared scallops, and more! If you want classic Charleston dishes like she-crab soup or shrimp and grits, you can find them here as well.
3. Chubby Fish
If you want a unique dining experience unlike anywhere else, head to Chubby Fish. Chubby Fish took Charleston by storm in 2018 with its innovative ideas for seafood. Their goal is to use every part of the fish possible, so you’ll be able to order dishes like fish cheeks! They don’t want to throw anything away, so they promote sustainable seafood.
4. Rappahannock Oyster Bar
The second you walk into Rappahannock Oyster Bar, you’ll be greeted by their glass cases filled with fresh fish and raw bar items on ice. It certainly gets you in the mood for seafood! Rappahannock Oyster Bar is one of the best places to get oysters in town, and their menu is the perfect balance of innovation and classics.
5. Bowens Island Restaurant
Bowens Island Restaurant is a no-frills restaurant that serves up delicious, cost-effective seafood. Most of their seafood is fried and comes out piping hot on a paper plate! If you visit on a summer day, you’ll probably have to wait in a long line, but it’s worth it. Plus, the views of the river are absolutely stunning.
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