Readers’ Picks
It’s the best time of the year, y’all — Best of Charleston 2023 is here! This year, we’re taking our celebration to the streets, highlighting murals and public art. So break out your paint-splattered overalls and shake up your spray paint cans for this street art-themed edition of Best of Charleston.
Congratulations to all the 2023 winners who captured the hearts (and votes) of Charleston City Paper readers. Inside this issue, you’ll find more than 400 categories with readers’ favorite people, places and businesses. We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know — from where to find the best cocktails in town and which new restaurant to try to who you should call when looking for a new pet trainer or physician. And everything in between.
Learn more about dozens of winners from our featured profiles and interviews with longtime champs and those who are new to the Best Of club. Flip through this issue to find your next favorite workout studio or a local farm to support. However you choose to use this information, tip your hat to the locals who keep our community running and make Charleston the place we know and love. —Samantha Connors
Attractions and City Living
Culture, Arts and Entertainment
Drinking
Eating
Health and Beauty
Politics, News and Media
Recreation and Outdoors
Services
Shops
SMART Recycling
General manager Kevin Outen and accounting manager Meghan McGill help lead Charleston into a more sustainable future
Attractions and City Living
Charleston seems to have something going on every day of the week. Events we know and love, such the Spoleto Festival USA, the Cooper River Bridge Run and the Southeastern Wildlife Exhibition continue to offer exciting experiences for residents and tourists alike. As the Holy City heads into a warmer season, we are reminded of the natural beauty that surrounds our coastal town and the importance of preserving it. Public spaces, farmers markets and green businesses are highlighted in this section for their contributions to keeping Charleston beautiful. Read on to learn what our readers voted as their favorite aspects of city living, events and attractions. -Chloe Hogan
Best Annual Outdoor Event
Holiday Festival of Lights
James Island County Park
871 Riverland Drive. James Island
(843) 406-6990
ccprc.com/68/James-Island-County-Park
Runner-Up:
Charleston Wine + Food
Best Apartment Community
The Jasper Apartments
310 Broad St. Downtown
(843) 973-8900
jaspercharleston.com
Runner-Up:
The Guild
Best Attraction
The Battery
Downtown
Runner-Up:
Folly Beach
Best Bed & Breakfast
Post House Inn
101 Pitt St. Mount Pleasant
(843) 203-7678
theposthouseinn.com
Runner-Up:
Zero George
Best Charter School
James Island Charter High School
1000 Fort Johnson Road. James Island
(843) 762-2754
ccsdschools.com/jichs
Runner-Up:
Charleston Charter School for Math & Science
Best College
College of Charleston
66 George St. Downtown
(843) 805-5507
cofc.edu
Runner-Up:
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)
Best Daycare
Carolina Park Academy
1251 Carolina Park Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 860-1154
carolinaparkacademy.com
Runner-Up:
The Oaks Children’s Academy
Best Farmers Market
Charleston Farmers Market
329 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 724-7305
charlestonfarmersmarket.com
Runner-Up:
Sunday Brunch Farmers Market at the Pour House
Best Festival
Charleston Wine + Food
Various locations
(843) 727-9998
charlestonwineandfood.com
Runner-Up:
Spoleto Festival USA
Best Fundraising Event
Cooper River Bridge Run
716 S. Shelmore Blvd. #105. Mount Pleasant
(843) 856-1949
bridgerun.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Animal Society Applause for Paws Gala
Best Hotel
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting St. Downtown
(888) 575-3800
charlestonplace.com
Runner-Up:
Hotel Bennett
Best Neighborhood
Park Circle
North Charleston
Runner-Up:
Avondale
Best Place of Worship
Seacoast Church
Various locations
seacoast.org
Runner-Up:
The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Best Place to Work
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)
171 Ashley Ave. Downtown
(843) 792-2381
musc.edu
Runner-Up:
Charleston Animal Society
Best Pop-up Market
Holy City Vintage Market
Various locations
facebook.com/holycityvintagemarket
Runner-Up:
Pickers Hullabaloo
Best Preschool
The O’Quinn Schools
761 S. Shelmore Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-8506
1567 Harborview Road. James Island
(843) 795-6708
portergaud.edu/mt-pleasant-campus
Runner-Up:
Charlestowne Montessori
Best Private School
Bishop England High School
363 Seven Farms Drive. Daniel Island
(843) 849-9599
behs.com
Runner-Up:
Porter-Gaud School
Best Public School
Wando High School
1000 Warrior Way. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-8200
ccsdschools.com/wandohigh
Runner-Up:
Charleston County School of the Arts
Best Public Space
Riverfront Park
1061 Everglades Ave. North Charleston
(843) 308-4746
northcharleston.org/visitors/attractions/riverfront-park
Runner-Up:
The Battery & White Point Gardens
Best Sunset Spot
Pitt Street Bridge
Mount Pleasant
experiencemountpleasant.com/pitt-street-bridge
Runner-Up:
Sullivan’s Island
Best Sustainable Business
SMART Recycling
3973 Ashley Phosphate Road. #430. North Charleston
(888) 304-6912
smartrecyclingus.com
Runner-Up:
Toadfish Outfitters
Best Tour Company
Bulldog Tours
18 Anson St. Downtown
(843) 722-8687
bulldogtours.com
Runner-Up:
Coastal Expeditions
Charleston Stage actress Eliza Knode said stepping into the shoes of various characters has helped her better understand herself and others
Culture, Art and Entertainment
The arts are alive and well in Charleston. New theater companies have cropped up around town over the last year. Favorite shows, like sketch comedy from Rip City CHS, have returned. The Void theater company is creating space for queer artists. New art exhibition spaces, like Hed Hi Studio on King Street, have joined the ranks. And the music scene is stronger than ever with venues like Charleston Pour House and The Commodore bringing live music seven nights a week. Between drag shows at Dudley’s, improv comedy at Theatre 99, art classes and lectures at the Gibbes Museum of Art, the city has entertainment for everyone. —Chloe Hogan
Best Art Exhibit of 2022
Beyond Van Gogh
North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center
5000 Coliseum Drive. North Charleston
(843) 529-5000
beyondvangogh.com
Runner-Up:
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
Best Art Gallery
Redux Contemporary Art Center
1056 King St. Downtown
(843) 722-0697
reduxstudios.org
Runner-Up:
Meyer Vogl Gallery
Best Art Instruction
Gibbes Museum of Art
135 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 722-2706
gibbesmuseum.org
Runner-Up:
Redux Contemporary Art Center
Best Club DJ
DJ Natty Heavy
nattyheavy.com
Runner-Up:
DJ SCrib
Best Cultural Event
Spoleto Festival USA
Various locations. Downtown
(843) 579-3100
spoletousa.org
Runner-Up:
Black Food Truck Festival
Best Drag Show
Dudley’s on Ann
42 Ann St. Downtown
(843) 577-6779
facebook.com/dudleysonann
Runner-Up:
Edmund’s Oast Drag Brunch
Best Female Vocalist
Lauren Hall
laurenhallmusic.com
Runner-Up:
Madelyn Knight
Best House/Cover Band
The Midnight City Band
themidnightcityband.com
Runner-Up:
Groove Kitty
Best Jazz & Blues Club
The Commodore
504 Meeting St. C. Downtown.
thecommodorechs.com
Runner-Up:
Forte Jazz Lounge
Best Karaoke Night
The Bangkok Lounge
353 King St. Second floor. Downtown
thebangkoklounge.com
Runner-Up:
Tin Roof
Best Local Actor
Colin Waters in The Addams Family at Charleston Stage
charlestonstage.com
Runner-Up:
Matthew Willingham in A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder at Footlight Players
Best Local Actress
Eliza Knode in The Addams Family at Charleston Stage
charlestonstage.com
elizadknode.wixsite.com/mysite
Runner-Up:
Madelyn Knight in Misery at Footlight Players
Best Local Author
Mary Alice Monroe
maryalicemonroe.com
Runner-Up:
Marcus Amaker
Best Local Band
The Midnight City Band
themidnightcityband.com
Runner-Up:
Wildflower Station Band
Best Local Comedian
Laura Dixon
linktr.ee/lauramdixon
Runner-Up:
Henry Riggs
Best Local Podcast
Lowcountry Lowlifes
heliumpresents.com/lowcountry-lowlifes
Runner-Up:
Effin B Radio
Best Local Theater Company
Charleston Stage, Dock Street Theatre
135 Church St. Downtown
(843) 577-5967
charlestonstage.com
Runner-Up:
Theatre 99
Best Local Visual Artist
Patch Whisky
4431 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
patchwhisky.com
Runner-Up:
Scott Penegar
Best Male Vocalist
Alan Price
alanpricesings.com
Runner-Up:
Ben Whitney
Best Movie Theater
Terrace Theater
1956 Maybank Hwy. James Island
(843) 762-9494
terracetheater.com
Runner-Up:
Citadel Mall Stadium 16
Best Museum
Gibbes Museum of Art
135 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 722-2706
gibbesmuseum.org
Runner-Up:
The Charleston Museum
Best Music Concert of 2022
Elton John at CreditOne Stadium
7596, 161 Seven Farms Drive. Daniel Island
(843) 856-7900
Runner-Up:
High Water Festival at Riverfront Park
Best Music Instruction
Clelia’s Guitar Studio
856 Dupont Road. B. West Ashley
(843) 556-6765
cleliasguitar.com
Runner-Up:
White Key Studios
Best Musician
Charlton Singleton
charltonsingleton.com
Runner-Up:
Alan Price
Best Non-Piccolo or Spoleto Play of 2022
Steel Magnolias, The Flowertown Players
133 S. Main St. Summerville
(843) 875-9251
flowertownplayers.org
Runner-Up:
The Full Monty, Footlight Players
Best Party of 2022
Charleston Animal Society Applause for Paws Gala
2455 Remount Road. North Charleston
(843) 747-4849
charlestonanimalsociety.org
Runner-Up:
Sea Life by Starlight at South Carolina Aquarium
Best Performing Arts Group
Charleston Symphony
95 Calhoun St. Downtown
(843) 723-7528
charlestonsymphony.org
Runner-Up:
Charleston Stage
Best Piccolo or Spoleto Show of 2022
La Bohème
(843) 579-3100
spoletousa.org
Runner-Up:
Omar
Best Place to See Local Hip-Hop
Charleston Pour House
1977 Maybank Hwy. James Island
(843) 571-4343
charlestonpourhouse.com
Runner-Up:
The Royal American
Best Place to See Local Music
Charleston Pour House
1977 Maybank Hwy. James Island
(843) 571-4343
charlestonpourhouse.com
Runner-Up:
The Windjammer
Best Recording Studio
Coast Records
Coast-records.com
info@coast-records.com
Runner-Up:
The Lab
Best Rock Music Club
Music Farm
32 Ann St. Downtown
(843) 408-1599
musicfarm.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Pour House
Best Trivia Night
Charleston Sports Pub
Various locations
charlestonsportspub.com
Runner-Up:
Dog and Duck
Located atop The Dewberry hotel, The Citrus Club has one of the best views in Charleston and a unique collaborative cocktail menu, said bar manager Kate Proudy (above)
Drinking
Charleston’s known as a foodie town, but what’s a delicious meal without a tasty drink? Fortunately, Charleston’s cocktail, beer and wine game is just as strong as its food scene. Locals and tourists alike can find refreshing cocktails at bars like Paddock & Whisky on James Island and in Park Circle (Best Cocktails) or downtown’s Share House (Best New Bar) and ice cold beers at Holy City Brewing (Best Local Brewery) or Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co. (Best Happy Hour). From the tip of the peninsula to Summerville and Daniel Island, there’s always someplace great to try. Stay hydrated, thank your bartenders and raise a glass to this year’s winners. —Michael Pham
Best Adult Establishment
King Street Cabaret
1337 King St. Downtown
(843) 789-4488
kingstreetcabaret.com
Runner-Up:
Cheetah Gentleman’s Club
Best Authentic Pub
Blind Tiger Pub
36-38 Broad St. Downtown
(843) 872-6700
blindtigerchs.com
Runner-Up:
Madra Rua Irish Pub
Best Bar Staff
Low Tide Brewing
2863 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 576-9194
lowtidebrewing.com
Runner-Up:
Halls Chophouse
Best Bartender
Zach Kramer, Low Tide Brewing
2863 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 576-9194
lowtidebrewing.com
Runner-Up:
Amanda Phelps, Frannie & The Fox
Best Beer Retail Selection
Total Wine & More
1820 Ashley River Road. West Ashley
(843) 763-7034
1501 N. Hwy. 17. Mount Pleasant
(843) 375-8999
totalwine.com
Runner-Up:
Edmund’s Oast Exchange
Best Beer Selection on Tap
Edmund’s Oast
1081 Morrison Drive. Downtown
(843) 727-1145
Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co.
1505 King St. #115. Downtown
(843) 718-3224
edmundsoast.com
Runner-Up:
Low Tide Brewing
Best Bloody Mary
Page’s Okra Grill
302 Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-3333
pagesokragrill.com
Runner-Up:
The Darling Oyster Bar
Best Bottled Beer Selection
Gene’s Haufbrau
817 Savannah Hwy. Charleston
(843) 225-4363
Runner-Up:
The Whale
Best Bouncers
Recovery Room Tavern
685 King St. Charleston
(843) 727-0999
recoveryroomtavern.com
Runner-Up:
AC’s Bar & Grill
Best Cheap Beer Deal
Recovery Room Tavern
685 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0999
recoveryroomtavern.com
Runner-Up:
AC’s Bar & Grill
Best Cocktails
Paddock & Whisky
1074 E. Montague Ave. North Charleston
(843) 203-4238
1962 Maybank Hwy. James Island
(843) 225-5877
Runner-Up:
The Cocktail Club
Best Cold Beer
Holy City Brewing
1021 Aragon Ave. North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up:
Low Tide Brewing
Best College Bar
AC’s Bar & Grill
467 King St. Downtown
(843) 577-6742
acsbar.com
Runner-Up:
Uptown Social
Best Dance Club
The Commodore
504 Meeting St. Downtown
thecommodorechs.com
Runner-Up:
Trio
Best Daniel Island Bar
The Kingstide
32 River Landing Drive. Daniel Island
(843) 216-3832
thekingstide.com
Runner-Up:
New Realm Brewing Co.
Best Daniel Island Happy Hour
The Kingstide
32 River Landing Drive. Daniel Island
(843) 216-3832
thekingstide.com
Runner-Up:
New Realm Brewing Co.
Best Distillery
Firefly Distillery
4201 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 557-1405
fireflydistillery.com
Runner-Up:
High Wire Distillery
Best Downtown Bar
Blind Tiger Pub
36-38 Broad St. Downtown
(843) 872-6700
blindtigerchs.com
Runner-Up:
The Royal American
Best Downtown Happy Hour
Edmund’s Oast
1081 Morrison Drive. Downtown
(843) 727-1145
edmundsoast.com
Runner-Up:
The Royal American
Best Folly Beach Bar
Chico Feo
122 E. Ashley Ave. Folly Beach
(843) 906-2710
chicofeos.com
Runner-Up:
Rita’s Seaside Grille
Best Folly Beach Happy Hour
Chico Feo
122 E. Ashley Ave. Folly Beach
(843) 906-2710
chicofeos.com
Runner-Up:
Jack of Cups Saloon
Best Frozen Drinks
The Co-Op Frosé & Eatery
2019 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
(843) 882-8088
1515 Palm Blvd. Isle of Palms
(843) 242-8366
1505 King St. Ext. Downtown
thecoopsi.com
Runner-Up:
Home Team BBQ
Best Happy Hour
Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co.
1505 King St. #115. Downtown
(843) 718-3224
edmundsoast.com
Runner-Up:
Pearlz Oyster Bar
Best IOP Bar
The Windjammer
1008 Ocean Blvd. Isle of Palms
(866) 540-3548
the-windjammer.com
Runner-Up:
The Dinghy
Best IOP Happy Hour
The Windjammer
1008 Ocean Blvd. Isle of Palms
(866) 540-3548
the-windjammer.com
Runner-Up:
The Co-Op Frose & Eatery
Best James Island Bar
Bohemian Bull
1531 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 225-1817
bohemianbull.com
Runner-Up:
Paddock & Whisky
Best James Island Happy Hour
Bohemian Bull
1531 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 225-1817
bohemianbull.com
Runner-Up:
Bar George
Best Johns Island Bar
Tattooed Moose
3328 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 952-7591
4845 Chateau Ave. North Charleston
(843) 277-2990
tattooedmoose.com
Runner-Up:
Low Tide Brewing
Best Johns Island Happy Hour
Tattooed Moose
3328 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 952-7591
4845 Chateau Ave. North Charleston
(843) 277-2990
tattooedmoose.com
Runner-Up:
Low Tide Brewing
Best Late Night Bar
Recovery Room Tavern
685 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0999
recoveryroomtavern.com
Runner-Up:
The Commodore
Best Local Brewery
Holy City Brewing
1021 Aragon Ave. North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up:
Edmund’s Oast
Best Local Brewery Taproom
Holy City Brewing
1021 Aragon Ave. North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up:
Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co.
Best Local Cocktail Mixer
Charleston Bloody Mary Mix
charlestonmix.com
Runner-Up:
Natural Blonde Bloody Mary Mix
Best Local Spirit
Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka
4201 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 557-1405
fireflydistillery.com
Runner-Up:
Firefly Lemonade Vodka
Best Locally Brewed Beer
Low Tide Brewing, Aloha Beaches
2863 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 576-9194
lowtidebrewing.com
Runner-Up:
Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co., Bound by Time
Best Locally Brewed Gose/Sour
Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co., Strawberry Rhubarb
1505 King St. #115. Downtown
(843) 718-3224
edmundsoast.com
Runner-Up:
Low Tide Brewing, Creamsicle
Best Locally Brewed IPA
Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co., Bound by Time
1505 King St. #115. Downtown
(843) 718-3224
edmundsoast.com
Runner-Up:
Low Tide Brewing, Tide Chaser
Best Locally Brewed Lager
Munkle Brewing Co., Munkle Pils
1513 Meeting Street Road. Downtown
(843) 789-3109
munklebrewing.com
Runner-Up:
Low Tide Brewing, Beer Flavored Beer
Best Locally Brewed Porter/Stout
Holy City Brewing, Pluff Mud Porter
1021 Aragon Ave. North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up:
Low Tide Brewing, Brunch with Santa
Best Margarita
Santi’s Restaurante Mexicano
302 Meeting Street Road. Charleston
(843) 722-2633
1471 Ben Sawyer Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-3146
santisrestaurantemexicano.com
Runner-Up:
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina
Best Martini
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
The Belmont
Best Mount Pleasant Bar
Saltwater Cowboys
130 Mill St. Mount Pleasant
(843) 856-0700
saltwater-cowboys.com
Runner-Up:
Red’s Ice House
Best Mount Pleasant Happy Hour
Red’s Ice House
98 Church St. Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-0003
redsicehouse.com
Runner-Up:
Saltwater Cowboys
Best Neighborhood Bar
Moe’s Crosstown Tavern
714 Rutledge Ave. Downtown
(843) 641-0469
moescrosstowntavern.com
Runner-up:
Gene’s Haufbrau
Best New Bar
Share House
23 Ann St. Charleston
(843) 297-4806
sharehousechs.com
Runner-Up:
Last Saint
Best No Frills Watering Hole
The Royal American
970 Morrison Drive. Downtown
(843) 817-6925
theroyalamerican.com
Runner-Up:
Recovery Room Tavern
Best North Charleston Bar
Tattooed Moose
4845 Chateau Ave. North Charleston
(843) 277-2990
3328 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 952-7591
tattooedmoose.com
Runner-Up:
Paddock & Whisky
Best North Charleston Happy Hour
Tattooed Moose
4845 Chateau Ave. North Charleston
(843) 277-2990
3328 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 952-7591
tattooedmoose.com
Runner-Up:
DIG In The Park
Best Pet Friendly Bar/Restaurant
Low Tide Brewing
2863 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 576-9194
lowtidebrewing.com
Runner-Up:
Red’s Ice House
Best Place for a Bachelor Party
Republic Garden & Lounge
462 King St. Charleston
(843) 724-7400
republicreign.com
Runner-Up:
Uptown Social
Best Place for a Bachelorette Party
Republic Garden & Lounge
462 King St. Charleston
(843) 724-7400
republicreign.com
Runner-Up:
Uptown Social
Best Rooftop Bar
The Citrus Club
334 Meeting St. Eighth floor. Downtown
(843) 872-9063
thedewberrycharleston.com
Runner-Up:
The Rooftop at Vendue
Best Sommelier
Femi Oyediran, Graft Wine Shop & Wine Bar
700B King St. Charleston
(843) 718-3359
graftchs.com
Runner-Up:
Mark Solomon, Peninsula Grill
Best Sports Bar
Charleston Sports Pub
1124 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. Charleston
(843) 203-3329
9730 Dorchester Road. Summerville
(843) 900-0393
1989 Maybank Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 203-3319
1909 N. Hwy 17. Mount Pleasant
(843) 732-3334
charlestonsportspub.com
Runner-Up:
The Roost Bar and Grill
Best Sullivan’s Island Bar
Home Team BBQ
2209 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Poe’s Tavern
Best Sullivan’s Island Happy Hour
Home Team BBQ
2209 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Poe’s Tavern
Best Summerville Bar
The Icehouse
104 E. Doty Ave. Summerville
(843) 261-0360
theicehousesc.com
Runner-Up:
Montreux Bar and Grill
Best Summerville Happy Hour
The Icehouse
104 E. Doty Ave. Summerville
(843) 261-0360
theicehousesc.com
Runner-Up:
Dog and Duck
Best Upscale Bar
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
Felix Cocktails et Cuisine
Best Waterfront Bar
Saltwater Cowboys
130 Mill St. Mount Pleasant
(843) 856-0700
saltwater-cowboys.com
Runner-Up:
Red’s Ice house
Best West Ashley Bar
Gene’s Haufbrau
817 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 225-4363
Runner-Up:
The Roost Bar and Grill
Best West Ashley Happy Hour
Gene’s Haufbrau
817 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 225-4363
Runner-Up:
Pearlz Oyster Bar
Best Wine Bar
Avondale Wine & Cheese
813 Savannah Hwy. B. West Ashley
(843) 769-5444
avondalewc.hrpos.heartland.us/menu
Runner-Up:
Graft Wine Shop & Wine Bar
Best Wine Selection (Bar/Restaurant or Retail)
Graft Wine Shop & Wine Bar
700B King St. Downtown
(843) 718-3359
graftchs.com
Runner-Up:
Avondale Wine & Cheese
Known for bringing Texas-style barbecue to the Lowcountry, John Lewis uses custom-designed smokers at Lewis barbecue
Eating
It’s safe to say Charleston isn’t starving for food options — quite the opposite, in fact. The city’s bursting at the seams with all kinds of dining experiences from casual counter service and food trucks or pop-ups to tasting menus and at-home private chefs. There’s an option for everyone and a multitude of different cuisine styles to try. Craving sushi? O-Ku (Best Sushi) has you covered. Feeling French? Check out 39 Rue de Jean (Best French). Looking for the Best New Restaurant in town? Reserve a table at Rancho Lewis. The list of where to eat is never-ending, but a list of City Paper readers’ favorite haunts is a good start. —Michael Pham
Best Acai Bowls
Huriyali Gardens
401 Huger St. Downtown
(843) 207-4436
huriyali.com
Runner-Up:
Beech
Best Asian Fusion
Jackrabbit Filly
4628 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 460-0037
jackrabbitfilly.com
Runner-Up:
Xiao Bao Biscuit
Best Bagels
Ruby’s New York Style Bagels
280 W. Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(854) 227-5866
rubysnybagels.com
Runner-Up:
Bagel Nation
Best Bakery
Baguette Magic
792 Folly Road. A. James Island
(843) 471-5941
baguettemagicchs.com
Runner-Up:
Saffron Restaurant & Bakery
Best Barbecue
Lewis Barbecue
464 N. Nassau St. Downtown
(843) 805-9500
lewisbarbecue.com
Runner-Up:
Home Team BBQ
Best Biscuits
Vicious Biscuit
409 W. Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-7362
viciousbiscuit.com
Runner-Up:
Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit
Best Breakfast
Millers All Day
120 King St. Downtown
(843) 501-7342
1956 Maybank Hwy. Unit A. James Island
(843) 410-1553
millersallday.com
Runner-Up:
Early Bird Dinner
Best Brisket
Lewis Barbecue
464 N. Nassau St. Downtown
(843) 805-9500
lewisbarbecue.com
Runner-Up:
Home Team BBQ
Best Bubble/Boba Tea
Poke Tea House
441 Meeting St. Unit E. Downtown
(854) 444-3591
poketeahouse.com
Runner-Up:
Ding Tea Ha Long Cafe
Best Buffet
Dukes Barbecue
331 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 789-4801
4428 Spruill Ave. Unit B. North Charleston
(843) 554-1110
Runner-Up:
Nirlep
Best Burger
Poe’s Tavern
2210 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
(843) 883-0083
poestavern.com
Runner-Up:
Little Jack’s Tavern
Best Caterer
Home Team BBQ
1205 Ashley River Road. West Ashley
126 Williman St. Downtown
2209 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
3563 Hwy. 17. Mount Pleasant.
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Hamby Catering
Best Charcuterie
goat.sheep.cow.
106 Church St. Downtown
(843) 480-2526
804 Meeting St. #102. Downtown
(843) 203-3118
goatsheepcow.com
Runner-Up:
Avondale Wine & Cheese
Best Cheap Meal
Santi’s Restaurante Mexicano
1302 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 722-2633
1471 Ben Sawyer Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-3146
santisrestaurantemexicano.com
Runner-Up:
El Molino Supermarket
Best Cheesesteak
DB’s Cheesesteaks Hoagies & More
2 Avondale Ave. West Ashley
(843) 225-3231
dbscheesesteak.com
Runner-Up:
Jersey Mike’s
Best Chicken Fingers
Boxcar Betty’s
1922 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 225-7470
7800 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 990-9804
1701 Shoremeade Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 227-5198
boxcarbettys.com
Runner-Up:
Raising Canes
Best Chinese
Red Orchids China Bistro
Now closed
Runner-Up:
Jackrabbit Filly
Best Chocolatier
Christophe Artisan Chocolatier
90 Society St. Downtown
(843) 297-8674
1901 Ashley River Road. #2A. West Ashley
(843) 225-9133
christophechocolatier.com
Runner-Up:
Remy Funfrock at Hotel Bennett’s La Pâtisserie
Best Coffee House
Kudu Coffee & Craft Beer
4 Vanderhorst St. Downtown
(843) 853-7186
facebook.com/kuducharleston
Runner-Up:
The Harbinger Cafe & Bakery
Best Daniel Island Brunch
The Kingstide
32 River Landing Drive. Daniel Island
(843) 216-3832
thekingstide.com
Runner-Up:
Blondies Bagels & Cafe
Best Daniel Island Restaurant
The Kingstide
32 River Landing Drive. Daniel Island
(843) 216-3832
thekingstide.com
Runner-Up:
Sermet’s Courtyard
Best Deli
East Bay Deli
Various locations
eastbaydeli.com
Runner-up:
Mozzo Deli
Best Dessert Specialty Cafe
Carmella’s Cafe and Dessert Bar
198 E. Bay St. #100. Downtown
(843) 722-5893
carmellasdessertbar.com
Runner-up:
Kaminsky’s Dessert Cafe
Best Desserts at a Restaurant
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
Peninsula Grill
Best Doughnut Shop
Duck Donuts
1812 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. #16B. West Ashley
(843) 724-9917
duckdonuts.com
Runner-Up:
Hero Doughnuts and Buns
Best Downtown Brunch
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
Millers All Day
Best Downtown Restaurant
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
FIG
Best Folly Beach Brunch
Lost Dog Cafe
106 W. Huron Ave. Folly Beach
(843) 588-9669
lostdogfollybeach.com
Runner-Up:
Rita’s Seaside Grill
Best Folly Beach Restaurant
Jack of Cups Saloon
34 Center St. Folly Beach
(843) 633-0042
jackofcupssaloon.net
Runner-Up:
Rita’s Seaside Grill
Best Food Truck
Roti Rolls
(843) 822-5070
eatrotirolls.com
Runner-Up:
BlackOut Burger
Best French
39 Rue de Jean
39 John St. Downtown
(843) 722-8881
holycityhospitality.com/39-rue-de-jean
Runner-Up:
NICO Oysters + Seafood
Best Fried Chicken
Leon’s Fine Poultry & Oyster Shop
698 King St. Downtown
(843) 531-6500
leonsoystershop.com
Runner-Up:
Boxcar Betty’s
Best Fries
Tattooed Moose
3328 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 952-7591
4845 Chateau Ave. North Charleston
(843) 277-2990
tattooedmoose.com
Runner-Up:
Felix Cocktail et Cuisine
Best Gelato
Carmella’s Cafe and Dessert Bar
198 East Bay St. #100. Downtown
(843) 722-5893
carmellasdessertbar.com
Runner-Up:
Beardcat’s Sweet Shop
Best Gourmet Sandwich
Five Loaves Cafe
1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. #100. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-1043
214 N. Cedar St. Summerville
(843) 804-9410
fiveloavescafe.com
Runner-Up:
Brown Dog Deli
Best Greek
Stella’s
114 St. Philip St. Downtown
(843) 400-0026
stellascharleston.com
Runner-up:
Kairos Mediterranean
Best Grits
Grace & Grit
320 Wingo Way. Mount Pleasant
(843) 698-4748
gracegrit.com
Runner-Up:
Page’s Okra Grill
Best Gyro
Kairos Mediterranean
975 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 376-2011
1100 Bowman Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 606-9314
eatkairos.com
Runner-Up:
My Big Fat Greek Trailer
Best Hot Dogs
Jack’s Cosmic Dogs
2805 N. Hwy 17. Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-7677
jackscosmicdogs.com
Runner-Up:
Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream & Sandwich Cafe
Best Ice Cream
Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream & Sandwich Cafe
Various locations
yeolefashioned.com
Runner-Up:
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream
Best Indian/Pakistani
Malika Canteen
1333 Theater Drive. Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-5178
1977 Maybank Hwy. James Island
malikacanteen.com
Runner-Up:
Nirlep
Best IOP Brunch
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen
31 J.C. Long Blvd. Isle of Palms
(843) 886-3474
acmelowcountrykitchen.com
Runner-Up:
Sea Biscuit Cafe
Best IOP Restaurant
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen
31 J.C. Long Blvd. Isle of Palms
(843) 886-3474
acmelowcountrykitchen.com
Runner-Up:
Coda del Pesce
Best Italian
Wild Olive
2867 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 737-4177
wildoliverestaurant.com
Runner-Up:
Melfi’s
Best James Island Brunch
Millers All Day
120 King St. Downtown
(843) 501-7342
1956 Maybank Hwy. Unit A. James Island
(843) 410-1553
millersallday.com
Runner-Up:
Baguette Magic
Best James Island Restaurant
Kwei Fei
1977 Maybank Hwy. James Island
kweifei.com
Runner-Up:
Mondo’s
Best Japanese
O-Ku
463 King St. Downtown
(843) 737-0112
o-kusushi.com
Runner-Up:
Shiki
Best Johns Island Brunch
Tattooed Moose
3328 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 952-7591
4845 Chateau Ave. North Charleston
(843) 277-2990
tattooedmoose.com
Runner-Up:
Sunrise Bistro
Best Johns Island Restaurant
Wild Olive
2867 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 737-4177
wildoliverestaurant.com
Runner-Up:
The Royal Tern
Best Juice/Smoothie Bar
Huriyali Gardens
401 Huger St. Downtown
(843) 207-4436
huriyali.com
Runner-Up:
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant
Home Team BBQ
1205 Ashley River Road. West Ashley
126 Williman St. Downtown
2209 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
3563 Hwy. 17. Mount Pleasant
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Coastal Crust
Best Late Night Menu
Tattooed Moose
3328 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 952-7591
4845 Chateau Ave. North Charleston
(843) 277-2990
tattooedmoose.com
Runner-Up:
The Royal American
Best Local Artisanal Food Product
Booze Pops
424 King St.
(843) 200-8422
boozepop.com
Runner-Up:
Marsh Hen Mill Grits
Best Mac and Cheese
Home Team BBQ
1205 Ashley River Road. West Ashley
126 Williman St. Downtown
2209 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
3563 Hwy. 17. Mount Pleasant
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Lewis Barbecue
Best Meat & 3 Veggies
Lewis Barbecue
464 N. Nassau St. Downtown
(843) 805-9500
lewisbarbecue.com
Runner-Up:
Page’s Okra Grill
Best Mexican Restaurant
Santi’s Restaurante Mexicano
1302 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 722-2633
1471 Ben Sawyer Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-3146
santisrestaurantemexicano.com
Runner-Up:
Rancho Lewis
Best Milkshake
Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream & Sandwich Cafe
Various locations
yeolefashioned.com
Runner-Up:
The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar
Best Mount Pleasant Brunch
Page’s Okra Grill
302 Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-3333
pagesokragrill.com
Runner-Up:
Vicious Biscuit
Best Mount Pleasant Restaurant
NICO Oysters + Seafood
201 Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 352-7969
nicoshemcreek.com
Runner-Up:
Page’s Okra Grill
Best Nachos
Home Team BBQ
1205 Ashley River Road. West Ashley
126 Williman St. Downtown
2209 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
3563 Hwy. 17. Mount Pleasant
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Saltwater Cowboys
Best New Restaurant
Rancho Lewis
1503 King St. Downtown
(843) 996-4500
rancholewischs.com
Runner-Up:
Vern’s
Best North Charleston Brunch
Jackrabbit Filly
4628 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 460-0037
jackrabbitfilly.com
Runner-Up:
The Junction Kitchen and Provisions
Best North Charleston Restaurant
Jackrabbit Filly
4628 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 460-0037
jackrabbitfilly.com
Runner-Up:
EVO Pizzeria
Best Outdoor Patio
Saltwater Cowboys
130 Mill St. Mount Pleasant
(843) 856-0700
saltwater-cowboys.com
Runner-Up:
Blind Tiger Pub
Best Oysters
167 Raw Oyster Bar
193 King St. Downtown
(843) 579-4997
167raw.com/charleston
Runner-Up:
Bowens Island Restaurant
Best Pitmaster
John Lewis, Lewis Barbecue
464 N. Nassau St. Downtown
(843) 805-9500
lewisbarbecue.com
Runner-Up:
Rodney Scott, Rodney Scott’s BBQ
Best Pizza – Gourmet
EVO Pizzeria
1075 E. Montague Ave. North Charleston
(843) 225-1796
evopizza.com
Runner-Up:
Crust Wood Fired Pizza
Best Pizza – Traditional
D’Allesandro’s Pizza
229 St. Philip St. Downtown
(843) 853-6337
414 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-3593
dalspizza.com
Runner-Up:
Famulari’s Pizzeria
Best Place to Buy Local Seafood
Crosby’s Seafood Co.
2223 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 577-3531
crosbysseafood.com
Runner-Up:
Mt. Pleasant Seafood
Best Poke
Poke Bros.
5070 International Blvd. North Charleston
(843) 718-1354
644-H1 Long Point Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 800-5600
1305 N. Main St. Summerville
(843) 285-9053
eatpokebros.com
Runner-Up:
Beech
Best Pop-up Restaurant
King BBQ
Eatkingbbq.com
Instagram: @kingbbqchs
Runner-up:
Seol Ah’s Korean Fusion Food
Best Private Chef
Brett McKee
(843) 814-0167
brettmckee.com
Runner-Up:
Lauren Furey
Best Raw Bar
167 Raw Oyster Bar
193 King St. Downtown
(843) 579-4997
167raw.com/charleston
Runner-Up:
NICO Oysters + Seafood
Best Restaurant
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
Peninsula Grill
Best Restaurant Chef
Nico Romo, NICO Oysters + Seafood, Bistronomy by Nico and Laura
Runner-Up:
James London, Chubby Fish
Best Restaurant for Vegetarians
Five Loaves Cafe
1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. #100. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-1043
214 N. Cedar St. Summerville
(843) 804-9410
fiveloavescafe.com
Runner-Up:
Neon Tiger
Best Restaurant When Someone Else is Paying
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
FIG
Best Ribs
Lewis Barbecue
464 N. Nassau St. Downtown
(843) 805-9500
lewisbarbecue.com
Runner-Up:
Rodney Scott’s BBQ
Best Romantic Restaurant
82 Queen
82 Queen St. Downtown
(843) 723-7591
82queen.com
Runner-Up:
Chez Nous
Best Salad
California Dreaming
1 Ashley Point Drive. West Ashley
(843) 766-1644
californiadreaming.rest
Runner-Up:
Verde
Best Seafood
Hank’s Seafood Restaurant
10 Hayne St. Downtown
(843) 723-3474
hanksseafoodrestaurant.com
Runner-Up:
Chubby Fish
Best She-Crab Soup
82 Queen
82 Queen St. Downtown
(843) 723-7591
82queen.com
Runner-Up:
Fleet Landing
Best Shrimp & Grits
Page’s Okra Grill
302 Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-3333
pagesokragrill.com
Runner-Up:
82 Queen
Best Soul Food
Nigel’s Good Food
3760 Ashley Phosphate Road. North Charleston
(843) 552-0079
9616 Hwy. 78. #11. Ladson
(843) 718-1759
7000 Bowen Pier Drive. #2. Hanahan
nigelsgoodfood.com
Runner-Up:
Page’s Okra Grill
Best Steak
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
Oak Steakhouse
Best Sub Sandwich / Hoagie
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Various Locations
jerseymikes.com
Runner-Up:
East Bay Deli
Best Sullivan’s Island Brunch
The Obstinate Daughter
2063 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
(843) 416-5020
theobstinatedaughter.com
Runner-Up:
Poe’s Tavern
Best Sullivan’s Island Restaurant
The Obstinate Daughter
2063 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
(843) 416-5020
theobstinatedaughter.com
Runner-Up:
Poe’s Tavern
Best Summerville Brunch
Five Loaves Cafe
1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. #100. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-1043
214 N. Cedar St. Summerville
(843) 804-9410
fiveloavescafe.com
Runner-Up:
Vicious Biscuit
Best Summerville Restaurant
Laura
101 N. Main St. Summerville
(843) 738-6988
laurasummerville.com
Runner-Up:
Oscar’s
Best Sunday Brunch
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
Millers All Day
Best Sushi
O-Ku
463 King St. Downtown
(843) 737-0112
o-kusushi.com
Runner-Up:
Locals
Best Tacos
El Molino Supermarket
1610 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. #301. West Ashley
(843) 225-8244
5900 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 261-8260
facebook.com/elmolinosupermarket
Runner-Up:
Taco Boy
Best Tapas
Barsa Tapas Lounge & Bar
630 King St. Downtown
(843) 577-5393
barsacharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Malagon
Best Thai
Basil
1070 E. Montague Ave. North Charleston
(843) 225-8161
1465 Long Grove Drive. Mount Pleasant
(843) 606-9641
eatatbasil.com
Runner-Up:
Taste of Thai
Best Tots
Home Team BBQ
1205 Ashley River Road. West Ashley
126 Williman St. Downtown
2209 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
3563 Hwy. 17. Mount Pleasant.
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Sports Pub
Best Vietnamese
Little Miss Ha
915 Houston Northcutt Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-7251
littlemissha.com
Runner-Up:
Pink Bellies
Best Wait Staff
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
The Royal Tern
Best Waterfront Dining
Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar
186 Concord St. Downtown
(843) 722-8100
fleetlanding.net
Runner-Up:
Tavern & Table
Best West Ashley Brunch
Early Bird Diner
1644 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 277-2353
earlybirddiner.com
Runner-Up:
Three Little Birds
Best West Ashley Restaurant
Home Team BBQ
1205 Ashley River Road. West Ashley
126 Williman St. Downtown
2209 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
3563 Hwy. 17. Mount Pleasant.
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
The Glass Onion
Best Wings
Home Team BBQ
1205 Ashley River Road. West Ashley
126 Williman St. Downtown
2209 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
3563 Hwy. 17. Mount Pleasant.
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Swig & Swine
In her 12 years as a hair stylist, Crystal Mitchell of Coven Haircraft said she’s learned it’s all about connecting with people
Health and Beauty
Readers of the Charleston City Paper voted for their favorite places to go for a day of pampering or to receive essential medical care. Whether you need a good acupuncturist, day spa or OBGYN, this section has got you covered. Maybe you want to try a new workout class at The Works Cycle studio or HYLO Fitness. Or perhaps you’re looking for a more adventurous outing to the Museum of Living Art piercing studio or Broken Lantern Tattoo. No matter what’s on your self-care list, these winners will point you in the right direction. —Chelsea Grinstead
Best Acupuncture Practice
Blue Heron Acupuncture & Apothecary
711 St. Andrews Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 937-6890
blueheroncharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Serenity Wellness
Best Acupuncturist
Dr. Brittney Epps, Serenity Wellness
1019 Physicians Drive. C. West Ashley
(843) 261-4038
serenitywellcenter.com
Runner-Up:
Sarah Stowers, Charleston Acupuncture
Best Aesthetician
Stefanie Sudduth, Germain Dermatology
612 Seacoast Pkwy. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-4440
germaindermatology.com
Runner-Up:
Danielle Cois, O’Neill Plastic Surgery
Best Assisted Living Community
Bishop Gadsden
1 Bishop Gadsden Way. James Island
(843) 762-3300
bishopgadsden.org
Runner-Up:
Franke at Seaside
Best Barber Shop
Barelli Barber
701 E. Bay St. Downtown
(843) 414-7457
4628 Spruill Ave. #102. North Charleston
(843) 637-3775
barrellibarber.com
Runner-Up:
Causeys
Best Barre Studio
Pure Barre Charleston
164-C Market St. Downtown
(843) 732-1727
1300 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 732-1749
purebarre.com
Runner-Up:
Barre South
Best Body Piercer
Kate Burns, Exotic Impressions
8780 Rivers Ave. #316. North Charleston
(843) 797-2280
1042 E. Montague Ave. A. North Charleston
(843) 797-2490
10150 Dorchester Road. #212. Summerville
(843) 419-6527
bodypiercingsc.com
Runner-Up:
James Dunn, Piercing Perfection
Best Chiropractor
Dr. Stephen Khouri, Khouri Chiropractic & Health Solutions
149 E. Bay St. Downtown
(843) 853-2225
khourichiropractic.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Brantley Meier, The Bridge Chiropractic
Best Cycling Studio
The Works Cycle
465 Meeting St. #160. Downtown
1421 Shucker Circle. Mount Pleasant
(843) 718-3386
theworkschs.com
Runner-Up:
Jibe Cycling Studio
Best Day Spa
Woodhouse Spa
10 Westedge St. #150. Downtown
725 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 203-1772
woodhousespas.com
Runner-Up:
Urban Nirvana
Best Dental Practice
Solomon Family Dentistry
110 Parish Farms Drive. Summerville
(843) 300-1635
1971 North Main St. Summerville
(843) 695-9236
497 W. Butternut Road. Summerville
(843) 970-7299
3102 N. Hwy. 17. Mount Pleasant
(843) 970-7292
solomondentistry.com
Runner-Up:
Cooper Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Best Dentist
Dr. Jessica Peele, Cooper Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
4830 Chateau Ave. North Charleston
(843) 225-8718
cooperfamilysmiles.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Thomas Weir, James Island Dental Associates
Best Dermatologist
Dr. Marguerite Germain, Germain Dermatology
612 Seacoast Pkwy. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-4440
germaindermatology.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Stephanie Smith Phillips, Mt. Pleasant Dermatology
Best Dermatology Practice
Germain Dermatology
612 Seacoast Pkwy. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-4440
1814 Crowne Commons Way. E7. Johns Island
(843) 881-4440
602 N. Main St. Summerville
(843) 881-4440
germaindermatology.com
Runner-Up:
Mt. Pleasant Dermatology
Best Exercise Studio
KOR4 Elite Fitness
1561 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 416-9080
kor4elite.com
Runner-Up:
Grit Box Charleston
Best Eye Doctor
Dr. Kerry Solomon, Carolina Eyecare Physicians
1101 Clarity Road. Mount Pleasant
2060 Charlie Hall Blvd. #201. West Ashley
(843) 881-3937
drkerrysolomon.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Elyse DeWitt, Draisin Vision Group
Best Eyelash/Eyebrow Salon
Anne Bonny’s Lash & Skin Boutique
829 Savannah Hwy. Second floor. West Ashley
(843) 225-2054
3509 Meeks Farm Road. Johns Island
(843) 469-3490
annebonnystudio.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Lash and Brow
Best Fertility Clinic
Coastal Fertility Specialists
1375 Hospital Drive. Mount Pleasant
(843) 883-5800
342 Brighton Park Blvd. Summerville
(843) 972-9444
coastalfertilityspecialists.com
Runner-Up:
Adore Fertility
Best Gym/Health Club
HYLO Fitness
880 Allbritton Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 606-2723
466 Savannah Hwy. A. West Ashley
(843) 606-5267
hylofitness.com
Runner-Up:
MUSC Wellness Center
Best Hair Salon
Moxie Park Salon
45 Romney St. #200. Downtown
(843) 730-3102
moxieparksalon.com
Runner-Up:
Stella Nova
Best Hair Stylist
Crystal Mitchell, Coven Haircraft
157 Market St. Downtown
(843) 530-0728
covenhaircraft.com
Runner-Up:
Gabriella Guidobono, IX Artistry
Best Hospital
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)
171 Ashley Ave. Downtown
(843) 792-1414
muschealth.org
Runner-Up:
Roper St. Francis
Best In-Home Healthcare Company
Interim HealthCare
3820 Faber Place Drive. #200. North Charleston
(843) 569-5510
charlestonsc.interimhealthcare.com
Runner-Up:
Amedisys
Best LASIK Provider
Dr. Kerry Solomon, Carolina Eyecare Physicians
1101 Clarity Road. Mount Pleasant
2060 Charlie Hall Blvd. #201, West Ashley
(843) 881-3937
drkerrysolomon.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. David O’Day, Charleston Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Best Local Pharmacy
Dottie’s Pharmacy
325 Folly Road. #101. James Island
(843) 501-9500
dotspharmacy.com
Runner-Up:
Sweetgrass Pharmacy
Best Massage Therapist
Robbin Wells, Urban Nirvana
636D Long Point Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-1160
urbannirvana.com
Runner-Up:
Britney Franklin, Awaken Massage
Best Medical Spa
Germain Dermatology
612 Seacoast Pkwy. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-4440
germaindermatology.com
Runner-Up:
O’Neill Plastic Surgery Aesthetic and Laser Center
Best Nail Artist
Tony, Ocean Nails & Spa
1303 Ben Sawyer Blvd. #8. Mount Pleasant
(843) 557-3767
oceannailsandspamtp.com
Runner-Up:
Anna Penegar, Obsidian Nails
Best Nail Salon
Nails So Dep!
601 Meeting St. #100. Downtown
(843) 737-5453
Runner-Up:
The Nail Place of Charleston
Best OBGYN
Dr. Kenosha Gleaton, The EpiCentre/Roper St. Francis
2048 Charlie Hall Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 804-6010
epicentrecharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Lauren Hamilton, Roper St. Francis
Best Orthodontist
Dr. Michael Cox, Cox Orthodontics
108 Parish Farms Drive. Summerville
(843) 553-4400
491 W. Butternut Road. Summerville
(843) 875-3900
5401 Netherby Lane. #400. North Charleston
(843) 266-0070
103 Greenland Drive. Goose Creek
(843) 553-4400
charlestonorthodontics.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Reese McElveen, Reese Orthodontics
Best Orthodontics Practice
Coastal Kids Dental & Braces
Various locations
coastalkidsdental.com
Runner-Up:
Reese Orthodontics
Best Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Isabel Driggers, Coastal Kids Dental & Braces
808 Wappoo Road. West Ashley
(843) 212-8820
122 Renaissance Lane. Charleston – Point Hope
(843) 594-5240
1701 Beaucastel Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 892-1101
8600 Dorchester Road. North Charleston
(843) 473-6636
996 Tanner Ford Blvd. Hanahan
(843) 212-8810
coastalkidsdental.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Jennifer Patterson, Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Best Pediatrician
Dr. Arlene Shawinski, Coastal Pediatric Associates
2067 Charlie Hall Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 573-2535
776 Daniel Ellis Drive. James Island
(843) 795-8100
1952 Long Grove Drive. #202. Mount Pleasant
(843) 971-2992
2015 2nd Ave. #101. Summerville
(843) 737-9465
cpakids.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Lauren Tipton, Parkwood Pediatrics
Best Personal Trainer
Chandler Frisbie, The Works
465 Meeting St. #160. Downtown
1421 Shucker Circle. #1116 Mount Pleasant
(843) 718-3386
theworkschs.com
Runner-Up:
Storm Squires, Grit Box Fitness
Best Physical Therapy
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)
171 Ashley Ave. Downtown
Runner-Up:
Roper St. Francis / ATI Physical Therapy
Best Physician
Dr. Douglas Gleaton, Liberty Doctors
418 Folly Road. A. James Island
(843) 795-5362
2175 Ashley Phosphate Road. D. North Charleston
(843) 764-0770
libertydoctors.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Cary Hickman, Roper St. Francis
Best Piercing Studio
Museum of the Living Arts
47 Spring St. Downtown
(843) 937-5300
1595 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 225-7127
charlestonpiercing.com
Runner-Up:
Exotic Impressions
Best Pilates Studio
Pilates of Charleston
778 S. Shelmore Blvd. #104. Mount Pleasant
(843) 608-8660
Runner-Up:
Exhale Pilates Studio
Best Place to Give Birth
Roper St. Francis
316 Calhoun St. Downtown
Runner-Up:
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)
Best Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Patrick O’Neill, O’Neill Plastic Surgery
245 Seven Farms Drive. #210. Daniel Island
(843) 881-2130
oneillplasticsurgery.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Clayton Crantford, Crantford Costa Plastic Surgery
Best Plastic Surgery Practice
O’Neill Plastic Surgery
245 Seven Farms Drive. #210. Daniel Island
(843) 881-2130
oneillplasticsurgery.com
Runner-Up:
Crantford Costa Plastic Surgery
Best Retirement Community
Bishop Gadsden
1 Bishop Gadsden Way. James Island
(843) 762-3300
bishopgadsden.org
Runner-Up:
Del Webb at Cane Bay
Best Tanning Salon
Charleston Glow
1233 Ben Sawyer Blvd. #200. Mount Pleasant
(843) 277-0924
412 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 277-0924
charlestonglow.com
Runner-Up:
Glow Bar
Best Tattoo Artist
Glenn Collins, Broken Lantern Tattoo
1931 Belgrade Ave. West Ashley
(843) 637-4999
brokenlanterntattoo.com
Runner-Up:
Brad Grimes, Blu Gorilla Tattoo
Best Tattoo Studio
Broken Lantern Tattoo
1931 Belgrade Ave. West Ashley
(843) 637-4999
Runner-Up:
Blu Gorilla Tattoo
Best Therapist
Elise Richard, Avondale Therapy
815 Savannah Hwy. #101. West Ashley
(843) 870-0278
avondaletherapy.com
Runner-Up:
David Kalergis, Lowcountry Family & Children
Best Veterinarian
Patrick Veterinary Clinic
667 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 722-4470
patrickvet.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Harbor Veterinarians
Best Waxing Salon
European Wax Center
1739 Maybank Hwy. James Island
(843) 790-4375
1308 Theater Drive. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-7667
waxcenter.com
Runner-Up:
Waxed Salon
Best Yoga Studio
The Works
465 Meeting St. #160. Downtown
1421 Shucker Circle. #1116. Mount Pleasant
(843) 718-3386
theworkschs.com
Runner-Up:
Holy Cow Yoga Center
Two Girls & a Guy on Mix 95.9 will celebrate its 25th season this summer
Politics, News and the Media
Good news folks, every legislator featured in the following section was actually a legislator in 2022 (looking at y’all Joe Cunnningham voters last year). Yes, you’ll find politicians galore in this section, but there are also plenty of other familiar faces, like Rob Fowler (Best Do-Gooder/Activist) and Anita Zucker (Best Philanthropist). There’s a bit of something for everybody here. Find your new favorite radio show or Instagram feed below, or celebrate a handful of politicians who did something right, instead of seething about those who did everything wrong. —Skyler Baldwin
Best Charlestonian
Darius Rucker
Runner-Up:
Bill Murray
Best City Council Member
Mike Seekings
“Our Roads suck,” Aug. 24
Editor and publisher Andy Brack reported on the quality of roads in the state.
Runner-Up:
Ross Appel
Best City Paper Cover Story
“Our roads suck,” Aug. 24
Runner-Up:
“8 ways you can help our waters,” Jan. 12
Best Conservative
Tim Scott
Runner-Up:
Nancy Mace
Best County Council Member
Jenny Honeycutt
Runner-Up:
Kylon Middleton
Best Do-Gooder/Activist
Rob Fowler, WCBD News 2
Runner-Up:
Anita Zucker, InterTech Group
Best Local Cause
Charleston Animal Society
2455 Remount Road. North Charleston
(843) 747-4849
charlestonanimalsociety.org
Runner-Up:
My Sister’s House
Best Local Instagram
@holycitysinner
Runner-Up:
@charleston_daily
Best Local Radio Personality
Brooke Ryan, Two Girls & a Guy on Mix 95.9
Runner-Up:
Ric Rush, 103.5 WEZL
Best Local Radio Show
Two Girls & a Guy on Mix 95.9
Runner-Up:
TJ and Jessica in the Morning, 92.5 Kickin’ Country
Best Local Social Media Influencer
Holy City Sinner, @holycitysinner
Runner-Up:
Charleston Daily, @charleston_daily
Best Local TV Anchor
Carolyn Murray, WCBD News 2
Runner-Up:
Ann McGill, WCSC Live 5 News
Best Local TV Sports Anchor
Kevin Bilodeau, WCSC Live 5 News
Runner-Up:
Scott Eisberg, ABC News 4
Best Local TV Station
WCSC Live 5 News
Runner-Up:
WCBD News 2
Best Local TV Weather Forecaster
Bill Walsh, WCSC Live 5 News
Runner-Up:
Rob Fowler, WCBD News 2
Best Local Twitter Feed
@Live5News
Runner-Up:
@holycitysinner
Best Local Website
Live 5 News
live5news.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston City Paper
Best News Story of 2022
The Murdaugh murders
Runner-Up:
BCSD superintendent termination
Best Newspaper Columnist
Warren Peper, The Post and Courier
Runner-Up:
Brian Hicks, The Post and Courier
Best Philanthropist
Anita Zucker, InterTech Group
Runner-Up:
Ben Navarro, Sherman Financial Group
Best Progressive
Joe Cunningham
Runner-Up:
John Tecklenburg
Best Radio Station
105.5 The Bridge
Runner-Up:
Mix 95.9
Best S.C. Politician
Tim Scott
Runner-Up:
Joe Cunningham
Best School Board Member
Carol Tempel
Runner-Up:
Courtney Waters
Best Talk/News Radio Station
South Carolina Public Radio
Runner-Up:
94.3 WSC
Owner David Crowley said The Alley is not your typical bowling alley as it has something for everyone — arcade games, a delicious food menu and more.
Recreation and Outdoors
Charleston is known for its scenic marshland, pristine beaches and unique forest landscape. So it’s no surprise that the Holy City is rife with exciting outdoor activities — from kayaking adventures with Coastal Expeditions (Best Stand Up Paddleboard Company/Best Water Sports Company) to tee time at Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s Ocean Course (Best Golf Course). For those who like to get out on the water and fish, you’ll find City Paper readers’ go-to picks for Best Fishing Charter, Best Fishing and Tackle Shop and more in this section. Break out your sunscreen and bug spray and discover your next Charleston adventure. —Samantha Connors
Best Bike Shop
Mike’s Bikes
808 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 795-3322
mikesbikescharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Second Chance Bikes
Best Bowling Alley
The Alley
31 Columbus St. Downtown
(843) 818-4080
thealleycharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Ashley Lanes Bowling Center
Best Dive Shop
Carolina Dive Locker
303 Ben Sawyer Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-1500
carolinadivelocker.com
Runner-Up:
Joe’s Scuba
Best Fishing and Tackle Shop
Haddrell’s Point Tackle and Supply
47 Windermere Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 573-3474
haddrellspoint.com
Runner-Up:
Palmetto State Armory
Best Fishing Charter
RedFin Charters
145 Lockwood Drive. Downtown
(843) 277-5255
inshorefishingcharters.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Outdoor Adventures
Best Golf Course
The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
1 Sanctuary Beach Drive. Kiawah Island
(843) 768-2121
kiawahresort.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Municipal Golf Course
Best Kayak Company
Coastal Expeditions
514 Mill St. Mount Pleasant
50 41st Ave. Isle of Palms
(843) 884-7684
coastalexpeditions.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Outdoor Adventures
Best Local Athlete
Raven Saunders
Runner-Up:
Shelby Rogers
Best Local Sports Team
Charleston RiverDogs
360 Fishburne St. Downtown
(843) 723-7241
milb.com/charleston
Runner-Up:
South Carolina Stingrays
Best Marina
Charleston Harbor Marina
24 Patriots Point Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 284-7062
charlestonharbormarina.com
Runner-Up:
Bohicket Marina & Market
Best Outdoor Outfitters
Half-Moon Outfitters
280 King St. Downtown
(843) 853-0990
94 Folly Road Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 556-6279
425 Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-9472
halfmoonoutfitters.com
Runner-Up:
Sewee Outpost
Best Park
James Island County Park
871 Riverland Drive. James Island
(843) 406-6990
ccprc.com/68/James-Island-County-Park
Runner-Up:
Riverfront Park in North Charleston
Best Place for Family Fun
James Island County Park
871 Riverland Drive. James Island
(843) 406-6990
ccprc.com/68/James-Island-County-Park
Runner-Up:
South Carolina Aquarium
Best Place for Kids to Play
James Island County Park
871 Riverland Drive. James Island
(843) 406-6990
ccprc.com/68/James-Island-County-Park
Runner-Up:
Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park
Best Place to Buy A Boat
Hanckel Marine
2445 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 556-2550
hanckelmarine.com
Runner-Up:
Seel’s Outboard
Best Stand Up Paddleboard Company
Coastal Expeditions
514 Mill St. Mount Pleasant
50 41st Ave. Isle of Palms
(843) 884-7684
coastalexpeditions.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Outdoor Adventures
Best Surf Shop
McKevlin’s Surf Shop
8 Center St. Folly Beach
(843) 588-2247
mckevlins.com
Runner-Up:
Parrot Surf & Skate
Best Water Sports Company
Coastal Expeditions
514 Mill St. Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-7684
50 41st Ave. Isle of Palms
(843) 884-7684
coastalexpeditions.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Outdoor Adventures
Shana Sue Smith of Copeland, Stair, Valz & Lovell graduated from the Charleston School of Law
Services
Whether you’re making that dreaded call to an attorney or a home repair service — or an excited and hopeful call to a wedding venue or pet trainer — it feels good to know that the person on the other end of the line knows what they’re doing. From the Best Criminal Defense Attorney (Andy Savage) and Best Roofing Company (New Beginnings Construction) to the Best Wedding Photographer (Justin Falk) and Best Pet Groomer (Dog Tired Pet Services), we have you covered with just about any service you can think of. So before you pick up the phone, make sure you pick up the City Paper. —Skyler Baldwin
Best Alterations
Mr. Le Alterations
120 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 763-6888
Runner-Up:
Your Alteration Shoppe
Best Attorney (Criminal Defense)
Andy Savage, Savage Law Firm
15 Prioleau St. Downtown
(843) 720-7470
savlaw.com
Runner-Up:
Nick Thomas, Law Office of Nick Thomas
Best Attorney (DUI)
Jerod Frazier, Frazier Law Offices
“8420 Dorchester Road. #202. North Charleston
(843) 900-4529
Runner-Up:
Joe Good, Joe Good, Attorney at Law
Best Attorney (Family Law)
Colleen Condon, Condon Family Law, LLC
4840 Chateau Ave. North Charleston
(843) 225-7288
condonfamilylaw.com
Runner-Up:
Sara Turner, The Law Office of Sara A. Turner
Best Attorney (Personal Injury)
Jerod Frazier, Frazier Law Offices
8420 Dorchester Road. #202. North Charleston
(843) 900-4529
Runner-Up:
John Price, John Price Law Firm
Best Auto Body Shop
Caliber Collision
Various Locations
caliber.com
Runner-Up:
Ascue’s Auto Body & Paint Shop
Best Auto Service
Gerald’s Tires & Brakes
Various locations
geraldstires.net
Runner-Up:
Richard’s Automotive
Best Cab Company
Charleston Black Cab Company
1529 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. #2B. West Ashley
(843) 216-2627
charlestonblackcabcompany.com
Runner-Up:
Yellow Cab
Best Car Wash
Fins Car Wash
Various Locations
finswash.com
Runner-Up:
In & Out Car Wash
Best Cell Phone Repair
iDoctor
1750 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 766-8778
3620 Ashley Phosphate Road. North Charleston
843-297-8641
75 Old Trolley Road. Summerville
(843) 419-6380
idoctorsc.com
Runner-Up:
CPR Cell Phone Repair
Best Cleaning Service
ServiceMaster of Charleston
3228 Industry Drive. North Charleston
(843) 760-0404
servicemasterofcharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Southern Comfort Cleaning
Best Disaster Recovery Company
ServiceMaster of Charleston
3228 Industry Drive. North Charleston
(843) 760-0404
servicemasterofcharleston.com
Runner-Up:
ServPro
Best Doggie Day Care
Dog Tired Pet Services
1233 Camp Road. James Island
1989 River Road. Johns Island
(843) 633-1032
dogtiredsc.com
Runner-Up:
My Three Dogs
Best Door and Window Installation
Charleston Window & Glass
4600 Ruff Road. D. North Charleston
(843) 518-2283
Runner-Up:
New Beginnings Construction
Best Dry Cleaner
Lyerly’s Dry Cleaners
Various Locations
(843) 377-6994
lyerlys.com
Runner-Up:
Chris’ Dry Cleaning
Best Electrician/Company
Charleston Electric
1524 Shandon St. James Island
(843) 408-0245
charleston-electric.com
Runner-Up:
Amped Electric
Best Event Planner
Abby Frye, PPHG Peninsula Events
456 King St. Downtown
(843) 853-1810
pphgcharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Blue Steel Promotions
Best Financial Institution
South Carolina Federal Credit Union
Various locations
(800) 845-0432
scfederal.org
Runner-Up:
South State Bank
Best Financial Planner
Heath Johnson, Bera Wealth Advisors
235 Magrath Darby Blvd. #120. Mount Pleasant
(843) 459-3096
berawealth.com
Runner-Up:
Michael P. Green, Apollon Wealth
Best Flooring Installation
Carpet Baggers Flooring
3196 Marginal Road. West Ashley
(843) 410-2680
carpetbaggerscarpetone.com
Runner-Up:
John Griffiths Hardwood Flooring
Best Heating & Air Company
Morelli Heating & Air Conditioning
2470 Faber Road. North Charleston
(843) 554-8600
morelliair.com
Runner-Up:
Carney & Son 72 Degrees
Best Home Builder
New Leaf Builders
3421 Maybank Hwy. Johns Island
(843) 400-0280
newleafsc.com
Runner-Up:
Crescent Homes
Best Home Painter
Old Charleston Painting Company
118 Stratford Dr. Summerville
(843) 906-2272
oldcharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Jill of All Trades
Best Home Remodeler
New Beginnings Construction
928 Savage Road. West Ashley
(843) 789-4604
newbeginningsconstructioninc.com
Runner-Up:
Pear Tree Homes
Best Home Security Agency
ADT
Various locations
(800) 716-3640
adt.com
Runner-Up:
CPI Security
Best Insurance Agency
State Farm
Various Locations
statefarm.com
Runner-Up:
KSA Insurance
Best Kitchen and Bath Design
Signature Kitchens & Baths of Charleston, Inc.
1926 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 571-5720
signaturekitchens.net
Runner-Up:
South East Kitchens
Best Landscaper
The Greenery of Charleston
145 President St. Downtown
(843) 884-0084
thegreeneryinc.com
Runner-Up:
Simply Green Landscaping
Best Law Firm
Joye Law Firm
5861 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 508-9015
1731 N. Main St. A-1. Summerville
(854) 220-9905
joyelawfirm.com
Runner-Up:
Condon Family Law
Best Lawyer
Shana Sue Smith, Copeland, Stair, Valz & Lovell
40 Calhoun St. #400. Downtown
(843) 727-0307
csvl.law
Runner-Up:
Brent Heist, Heist Law Firm
Best Limo/Party Bus Company
Charleston Black Cab Company/Party Bus Charleston
1529 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. #2B. West Ashley
(843) 216-2627
charlestonblackcabcompany.com
partybuscharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Carolina Limousine
Best Marketing and PR Firm
Matchstick Social
1350 Ashley River Road. #500. West Ashley
(843) 631-6273
matchsticksocial.com
Runner-Up:
Creativ Social + Marketing
Best Mortgage Company
Carolina One Mortgage
Various Locations
carolinaonemtg.com
Runner-Up:
SweetGrass Capital
Best Moving Company
Professional Movers of Charleston
(843) 352-8696
movepmc.com
Runner-Up:
Smooth Move
Best Pest Control
Palmetto Exterminators
624 Orleans Road. West Ashley
(800) 585-8019
720 North Gum St. Summerville
(843) 873-7997
Runner-Up:
HomeTeam Pest Defense
Best Pet Groomer
Dog Tired Pet Services
1233 Camp Road. James Island
1989 River Road. Johns Island
(843) 633-1032
dogtiredsc.com
Runner-Up:
Barks N Bubbles
Best Pet Trainer
K9 Control Training
1731 Signal Point Road. James Island
(843) 901-9499
k9controltraining.com
Runner-Up:
DOG DAZE
Best Photographer (Portrait)
Simply Stefanee Photography
(843) 330-5568
simplystefanee.com
Runner-Up:
Victorious Photography
Best Photographer (Wedding)
Justin Falk Photography
4043 Prosperity Road. Johns Island
(843) 364-2577
justinfalkphotography.com
Runner-Up:
Molly Joseph Photography
Best Plumber/Company
Blitch Plumbing
407 Fleming Road. James Island
(843) 795-9674
blitchplumbing.com
Runner-Up:
Belle Plumbing
Best Pool Company
Atkinson Pools & Spas
454 Jessen Lane. Daniel Island
(843) 881-3068
atkinsonpools.com
Runner-Up:
Sweetwater Pools
Best Property Management Company
Southeastern Management Group
151 King St. Downtown
(843) 577-8595
semgsc.com
Runner-Up:
Daniel Ravenel Real Estate
Best Property Management Company (Apartments)
Greystar
465 Meeting St. #500. Downtown
(843) 579-9400
greystar.com
Runner-Up:
CREC Property Management
Runner-Up:
MAA, Rivers Walk Apartments
Best Realtor
Shana Rochelle Swain
(843) 224-8400
shanaswainrealtor.com
Runner-Up:
Del Shaffer
Best Realty Company
Carolina One Real Estate
Various locations
carolinaonerealestate.com
Runner-Up:
Lively Charleston Properties
Best Roofing Company
New Beginnings Construction
928 Savage Road. West Ashley
(843) 789-4604
newbeginningsconstructioninc.com
Runner-Up:
Roofing USA
Best Shoe Repair Store
Peter & Sons
42 Windermere Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 766-3277
peterandsons.com
Runner-Up:
Alex’s Shoe Repair & Sales
Best Storage
Stomo Mobile Self Storage
(844) 439-7866
stomostorage.com
Runner-Up:
Go-Store It
Best Videographer
Liam Brennan
Runner-Up:
Art of Daniel Green
Best Wedding Venue
Lowndes Grove
266 St. Margaret St. Downtown
(843) 853-1810
pphgcharleston.com/venues/lowndes-grove
Runner-Up:
Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens
Best Wedding Videographer
Palmetto Wedding Films
(843) 580-3636
palmettoweddingfilms.com
Runner-Up:
Jodi Lee Films
Bridals by Jodi store manager Katie Bailey (right) and assistant manager Jordan Carrier said finding the right wedding dress is about understanding the bride’s style and vision
Shops and Wares
If you’re in the mood for a shopping trip, you’ll want to check out some of
City Paper readers’ favorite choices around town. If you’re seeking a new cookbook recipe, Blue Bicycle Books (Best Book Store) has a few. Or perhaps you’ve run out of time to prepare a dish for your friend’s potluck and need to grab a bottle of wine from Avondale Wine & Cheese (Best Wine Shop). Maybe you want to spice up your Friday night, so you swing by Bits of Lace (Best Lingerie Store) for something special. Whatever you’re looking to buy, shopping local is always a good way to discover new items and support the community. Head out and show your favorite Charleston shops some love. —Hillary Reaves
Best Accessories Store
Carolina Girls
1890 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. #119. West Ashley
(843) 763-3006
shopcarolinagirls.com
Runner-Up:
Two Cumberland
Best Adult Toy Store
Guilty Pleasures
2992 Ashley Phosphate Road. North Charleston
(843) 767-0690
guiltypleasuressc.com
Runner-Up:
Badd Kitty
Best Antique Store
Mount Pleasant Mall
708 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-8575
mtpleasantmall.com
Runner-Up:
The Station Park Circle
Best Art Supply Store
Artist & Craftsman Supply
981 King St. Downtown
(843) 937-5199
artistcraftsman.com
Runner-Up:
Hobby Lobby
Best Baby Store
Southern Belles: A Children’s Clothier
280 W. Coleman Blvd. J. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-1741
southernbelleschildren.com
Runner-Up:
Under the Almond Trees
Best Bookstore
Blue Bicycle Books
420 King St. Downtown
(843) 722-2666
bluebicyclebooks.com
Runner-Up:
Mr. K’s Used Books, Movies and More
Best Boutique
Copper Penny
311 King St. Downtown
(843) 723-2999
280 W. Coleman Blvd. M. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-3497
shopcopperpenny.com
Runner-Up:
II Brunettes
Best Bridal Store
Bridals by Jodi
823 St. Andrews Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 863-8400
bridalsbyjodi.com
Runner-Up:
The Bridal House of Charleston
Best CBD Shop
Charleston Hemp Collective
473 King St. Downtown
(843) 305-4367
charlestonhempcollective.com
Runner-Up:
I Heart CBD
Best Children’s Clothing Retailer
Southern Belles: A Children’s Clothier
280 W. Coleman Blvd. J. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-1741
southernbelleschildren.com
Runner-Up:
Palmetto Moon
Best Cigar Store
Smoke ‘N Brew
815 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 501-7979
smokenbrew.com
Runner-Up:
Charlestowne Tobacco & Wine
Best Collegiate Store
Palmetto Moon
1632 Palmetto Grande Drive. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-8122
4840 Tanger Outlet Blvd. #801. North Charleston
(843) 763-7444
2150 Northwoods Blvd. North Charleston
(843) 553-0552
416 Azalea Square Blvd. Summerville
(843) 871-7727
palmettomoononline.com
Runner-Up:
College of Charleston Bookstore
Best Comic Book Shop
Captain’s Comics and Toys
1209 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. D. West Ashley
(843) 766-6611
captainscomics.com
Runner-Up:
Soundwave Comics
Best Consignment (Furniture)
Consign Charleston
1610 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 225-9055
consigncharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Next to New
Best Consignment Store
The Station Park Circle
4610 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 225-1130
facebook.com/thestationparkcircle
Runners-up:
Consigning Women
Best Consignment (Children’s)
Once Upon a Child
946 Orleans Road. F1. West Ashley
(843) 724-9160
7800 Rivers Ave. #1440. North Charleston
(843) 824-1242
onceuponachild.com
Runner-Up:
Tiny Tadpoles
Best Corner Store
Bert’s Market
202 E. Ashley Ave. Folly Beach
(843) 588-9449
bertsmarket.com
Runner-Up:
Queen Street Grocery
Best Eyewear Boutique
Jackson Davenport Vision Center
379 King St. Downtown
(843) 722-4416
jacksondavenportvision.com
Runner-Up:
SEE Eyewear
Best Florist
Tiger Lily Florist
131 Spring St. B. Downtown
1614 Camp Road. James Island
(843) 723-2808
tigerlilyflorist.com
Runner-Up:
Roadside Blooms
Best Frame Shop
Havens Fine Framing
1070 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-1543
havensfineframing.com
Runner-Up:
Frames Unlimited
Best Furniture Store
Celadon Home
1015 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-7005
celadonathome.com
Runner-Up:
The Station Park Circle
Best Garden Store/Nursery
Hyams Garden & Accent Store
870 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 795-4570
hyamsgardencenter.com
Runner-Up:
Abide A While Garden Boutique
Best Gift Store
Palmetto Moon
1632 Palmetto Grande Drive. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-8122
4840 Tanger Outlet Blvd. #801. North Charleston
(843) 763-7444
2150 Northwoods Blvd. North Charleston
(843) 553-0552
416 Azalea Square Blvd. Summerville
(843) 871-7727
palmettomoononline.com
Runner-Up:
Old Whaling Company
Best Grocery Store
Harris Teeter
Various locations
harristeeter.com
Runner-Up:
Publix
Best Hardware Store
Royall Ace Hardware
883 Ben Sawyer Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-2551
royallhardware.com
Runner-Up:
West Ashley True Value
Best Home Accessories Store
Celadon Home
1015 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-7005
celadonathome.com
Runner-Up:
GDC Home
Best Jewelry Store
Croghan’s Jewel Box
308 King St. Downtown
(843) 723-3594
croghansjewelbox.com
Runner-Up:
Polly’s Fine Jewelry
Best Lighting Store
Charleston Lighting and Interiors
1640 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 305-7364
charlestonlightingandinteriors.com
Runner-Up:
Circa Lighting
Best Lingerie Store
Bits of Lace
453 W. Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 531-6625
bitsoflace.com
Runner-Up:
Guilty Pleasures
Best Local Clothing Designer
Jeff Plotner and Ben Ross, Brackish
brackish.com
Runner-Up:
Missy Johnson, Black Octopus Mercantile
Best Local Farm
Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens
1235 Long Point Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-4371
boonehallplantation.com
Runner-Up:
Legare Farms
Best Local Gourmet Grocery Store
Queen Street Grocery
133 Queen St. Downtown
(843) 723-4121
queenstreetgrocerycafe.com
Runner-Up:
Wisconsin Meat and Cheese
Best Local Health Food Store
Whole Foods
1125 Savannah Hwy. West Ashley
(843) 329-6540
923 Houston Northcutt Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 971-7249
wholefoodsmarket.com
Runner-Up:
Earth Fare
Best Local Liquor Store
Bottles Beverage Superstore
610 Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-9463
1110 N. Main St. Summerville
(843) 875-6666
shopbottles.com
Runner-Up:
East Bay Wine & Spirits
Best Local Wine Shop
Avondale Wine & Cheese
813 Savannah Hwy. B. West Ashley
(843) 769-5444
avondalewc.hrpos.heartland.us/menu
Runner-Up:
Bottles Beverage Superstore
Best Mall/Shopping Center
Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
1218 Belk Drive. Mount Pleasant
(843) 216-9900
mtpleasanttownecentre.com
Runner-Up:
Tanger Outlets
Best Men’s Clothing Store
M. Dumas & Sons
294 King St. Downtown
(843) 723-8603
mdumasandsons.com
Runner-Up:
Berlin’s For Men
Best Motorcycle Shop
Low Country Harley-Davidson
4707 Dorchester Road. North Charleston
(843) 554-1847
lowcountryharley.com
Runner-Up:
American Biker
Best Musical Instrument Store
Fox Music House
4248 Dorchester Road. North Charleston
(843) 740-7200
foxmusichouse.com
Runner-Up:
Ye Olde Music Shop
Best Paint Store
Sherwin-Williams
Various locations
sherwin-williams.com
Runner-Up:
Spectrum Paint/Benjamin Moore
Best Pawn Shop
Money Man Pawn
Various locations
facebook.com/BamTheMoneyMan
Runner-Up:
Gene’s Jewelry & Pawn
Best Pet Store
Dolittle’s
22 Windermere Blvd. F. West Ashley
(843) 852-5811
dolittles.com
Runner-Up:
Hairy Winston
Best Place to Buy a New Car
Hendrick Toyota North Charleston
7151 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 804-6648
hendricktoyotanorthcharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Fred Anderson Toyota
Best Place to Buy a Used Car
CarMax
712 Savage Road. West Ashley
(843) 769-7102
carmax.com
Runner-Up:
Fred Anderson Toyota
Best Place to Buy Local Produce
Charleston Farmers Market
329 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 724-7305
charlestonfarmersmarket.com
Runner-Up:
Mount Pleasant Farmers Market
Best Record Store
Monster Music & Movies
946 Orleans Road. West Ashley
(843) 571-4657
monstermusicsc.com
Runner-Up:
Gray Cat Music
Best Shoe Store
Phillips Shoes
80 Folly Road Blvd. West Ashleyz
(843) 763-1000
philipsshoes.com
Runner-Up:
Shoes on King
Best Smoke Shop
I Heart CBD
423 W. Coleman Blvd. A. Mount Pleasant
(843) 823-5293
1722 Ashley River Road. West Ashley
(843) 576-4440
1083 E. Montague Ave. C. North Charleston
(843) 203-4243
8510 Rivers Ave. F. North Charleston
(843) 996-4165
facebook.com/Iheartcbd843
Runner-Up:
Smoke ‘N Brew
Best Sporting Goods Store
DICK’S Sporting Goods
2070 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 573-0891
114 Bowman Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 800-3032
355 Azalea Square Blvd. Summerville
(843) 873-4065
dickssportinggoods.com
Runner-Up:
Fleet Feet
Best Stationery Store
The Scratch Pad
409 Mill St. Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-3433
facebook.com/scratchpadmp
Runner-Up:
Ink Meets Paper
Best Thrift/Resale shop
Charleston Animal Society Second Chance Resale and Adoption Center
5101 Ashley Phosphate Road. North Charleston
(843) 225-4193
secondchanceresale.org
Runner-Up:
Goodwill
Best Tire Store
Gerald’s Tires & Brakes
1 Magnolia Road. West Ashley
(843) 566-1910
3900 Dorchester Road. North Charleston
(843) 747-4011
4900 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 744-3285
5646 Rivers Ave. A. North Charleston
(843) 747-2433
geraldstires.net
Runner-Up:
Hay Tire Pros
Best Tobacco Shop
Smoke ‘N Brew
815 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 501-7979
smokenbrew.com
Runner-Up:
King’s Leaf
Best Toy Store
Wonder Works
188 Meeting St. Downtown (City Market)
(843) 577-2422
624 Long Point Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-6757
wonderworkstoys.com
Runner-Up:
Hollipops Fine Toys and Gifts
Best Vape Shop
Smoke ‘N Brew
815 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 501-7979
smokenbrew.com
Runner-Up:
Airavata Vapors
Best Vintage Clothing Store
Red Rose Vintage
(888) 250-9130
redrosevintage.com
Runner-Up:
The Exchange Factor
Best Wellness Product
High Rise Seltzers
highrisebev.com
Runner-Up:
Dalai Sofia
Best Women’s Clothing Store
Gwynn’s of Mount Pleasant
916 Houston Northcutt Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-9518
gwynns.com
Runner-Up:
II Brunettes
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