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Peninsula Grill At Planters Inn American, New American 112 N Market St, Charleston (843) 723-0700  After seeing this suggested in Southern Living magazine Sept '08 we decided to visit Peninsula Grill for dinner while on our vacation to Charleston. The ambiance was upscale but not pretentious. We dined in the outdoor courtyard. The server and hoste...

#2

The Boathouse On East Bay Seafood, Fine Dining 549 East Bay Street, Charleston (843) 577-7171  We were tempted to try the Boathouse as we passed by it on our way to downtown. This restaurant has great curb appeal that continues on the inside as well. We were really impressed with our dinners. My husband got lobster which was good but the King ...

#3

Pizzeria Di Giovanni Italian, Pizzeria 40 N Market St, (Downtown), Charleston (843) 727-6767  Great New York Style pizzas! Their pies are authentic and so are the people who run the joint. Look at the picture and you'll see what I mean. Friendly and loud service... just what you would expect from your local Italian restaurant! They were e...

#4

Marie's Diner American, Diner 5646 Rivers Avenue, Charleston (843) 554-1250  Good country cooking. Ask for seconds and they'll keep bringing more. When you boil it down though the novelty of the place adds a notch to all of the rated areas. I've had better food, better service, in a cleaner place with better ambience, but ...

#5

Vito Johnson's Pub & Pizzaria Brewery/Pub/Tavern, Pizzeria 12 Cumberland St, Charleston (843) 958-0662  The atmosphere is great and staff is friendly and helpful. The bacon cheeseburger is my favorite. Its cooked to perfection and is huge. The wings are also great. The chicken fingers are big and tender, a must try. The pizza is okay, but not a favorit...

#6

Charleston's Candy Kitchen Candy/Dessert Shop 32 N Market Street, (Downtown), Charleston (843) 723-4626  Talk about being a kid in the candy store. This place is like a Cracker Barrel on steroids! Such a huge selection of unique candy you won't find in your typical retail store. I can't wait to sink my teeth into those candy caramel apples again! :)...

#7

Nakato Japanese Steak House Japanese, Steak House 1734 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston (843) 769-7475  This is a very good restaurant that has the potential to become your favorite spot to eat Japanese food. The staff is formal and polite. The decor is simple, but elegant. The food is excellent. It's a must try!!!

#8	Meritage 235 East Bay Street, Charleston (843) 723-8181  Had an absolutely great experience here with my family. A neat concept that had something for everyone. Im in the business so am often hard to please when I go out, but this place hit all the right marks!

#9	McCrady's New American, Seafood, Fast Food, Fine Dining 2 Unity Alley, Charleston (843) 577-0025  I can not say enough about how great this restaurant. The service was fabulous as well as the food and service. The wine menu complimented the meal incredibly. It is our special place to go and eat!

#10

Hominy Grill Southern, Breakfast 207 Rutledge Ave, Charleston (843) 937-0930  Charleston is know for their shrimp grits and I've got to say Hominy Grill is the best place that serves it. We had breakfast and lunch here and their shrimp grits is one of their best dish we've tried. They are constantly changing their menu throu...