Guidebook for Mount Pleasant
Food Scene
At the Shem Creek marina, where fishing boats and sealovers gather for drinks and fresh seafood.
138 locals recommend
Tavern & Table
100 Church StAt the Shem Creek marina, where fishing boats and sealovers gather for drinks and fresh seafood.
Great "local" lunch and informal dinner place to get iconic local fare
25 locals recommend
The Mustard Seed
1036 Chuck Dawley BlvdGreat "local" lunch and informal dinner place to get iconic local fare
Get a seat outside on the patio, or on the porch for this iconic place to see people in Sullivan's Island. Then cross the street and hit the beach!
205 locals recommend
Poe's Tavern - Sullivans Island
2210 Middle StGet a seat outside on the patio, or on the porch for this iconic place to see people in Sullivan's Island. Then cross the street and hit the beach!
Nestled in arguably Mount Pleasant's quaintest residential block, this neighborhood gem dials-down the pace to focus on romantic atmosphere and delicious Lowcountry cuisine. It never skimps and always impresses. After dinner, enjoy a quiet cocktail in the adjacent pub, or a stroll to eye classic local architecture. One of my favorite places in all of Charleston.
61 locals recommend
Old Village Post House Inn
101 Pitt StNestled in arguably Mount Pleasant's quaintest residential block, this neighborhood gem dials-down the pace to focus on romantic atmosphere and delicious Lowcountry cuisine. It never skimps and always impresses. After dinner, enjoy a quiet cocktail in the adjacent pub, or a stroll to eye classic local architecture. One of my favorite places in all of Charleston.
Sean Brock's instant-classic restaurant is surprisingly casual. But make sure you call for a reservation. Since Anthony Bourdain popularized it on his TV show, it's a difficult table to secure.
183 locals recommend
Husk
76 Queen StSean Brock's instant-classic restaurant is surprisingly casual. But make sure you call for a reservation. Since Anthony Bourdain popularized it on his TV show, it's a difficult table to secure.
FIG
232 Meeting StThe Shelter Kitchen + Bar
202 Coleman BlvdPage's Okra Grill
302 Coleman BlvdSister of Basil Thai on King Street downtown, this serves an upscale Asian experience with wonderful cocktails.
102 locals recommend
Basil
460 King StSister of Basil Thai on King Street downtown, this serves an upscale Asian experience with wonderful cocktails.
Parks & Nature
Get an up-close look at some of the birds that populate the area in this wonderful conservation and rehabilitation center, located just minutes from the condominium.
28 locals recommend
The Avian Conservation Center & Center for Birds of Prey
4719 N Hwy 17Get an up-close look at some of the birds that populate the area in this wonderful conservation and rehabilitation center, located just minutes from the condominium.
The Civil War started right here in 1861, when Confederate artillery fired on this Union garrison. These were the first shots of the war, and continued all day, watched by many civilians in a celebratory spirit. The fort had been cut off from its supply line and surrendered the next day.
501 locals recommend
Fort Sumter National Monument
The Civil War started right here in 1861, when Confederate artillery fired on this Union garrison. These were the first shots of the war, and continued all day, watched by many civilians in a celebratory spirit. The fort had been cut off from its supply line and surrendered the next day.
Entertainment & Activities
World War II's "Fighting Lady" provides a great half-day's entertainment at Patriots Point, along with breathtaking views of Charleston from across the harbor.
141 locals recommend
USS Yorktown CV-10
40 Patriots Point RdWorld War II's "Fighting Lady" provides a great half-day's entertainment at Patriots Point, along with breathtaking views of Charleston from across the harbor.
Boone Hall Plantation
1235 Long Point RoadSightseeing
Seeing downtown Charleston by horse-drawn carriage is the best way to soak in the history of the Holy City. Along cobblestone streets at a lazy pace, the carriages are all led by local guides who are well-versed in stories and historical information that bring the past to life.
28 locals recommend
Charleston Carriage Works
20 Anson StSeeing downtown Charleston by horse-drawn carriage is the best way to soak in the history of the Holy City. Along cobblestone streets at a lazy pace, the carriages are all led by local guides who are well-versed in stories and historical information that bring the past to life.
Arts & Culture
Built in 1736, the Historic Dock Street Theatre was the first building in America built exclusively to be used for theatrical performances. Recently renovated, it's home to many of the City's finest cultural institutions including Spoleto Festival USA.
101 locals recommend
Dock Street Theater
135 Church StBuilt in 1736, the Historic Dock Street Theatre was the first building in America built exclusively to be used for theatrical performances. Recently renovated, it's home to many of the City's finest cultural institutions including Spoleto Festival USA.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
401 Johnnie Dodds BlvdWhole Foods Market
923 Houston Northcutt BlvdPublix Pharmacy at Queensborough Shopping Center
1000 Johnnie Dodds BlvdNearby outdoor shopping complex with anchor stores and both national and local retail shops.
324 locals recommend
Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
1218 Belk DrNearby outdoor shopping complex with anchor stores and both national and local retail shops.
Walgreens
389 Johnnie Dodds BlvdPharmacy
Drinks & Nightlife
The Gin Joint
182 E Bay StCraft cocktails on an iconic street in downtown Charleston
Atop downtown's Market Pavilion Hotel, the rooftop views and a cool vibe create a fun environment to enjoy the city skyline.
43 locals recommend
Market Pavilion Hotel
225 E Bay StAtop downtown's Market Pavilion Hotel, the rooftop views and a cool vibe create a fun environment to enjoy the city skyline.
Red's Ice House
98 Church St