Meet the Best of Charleston 2026

We’ve cracked the case, and we didn’t even need a magnifying glass. Well, OK, some of us probably will. Yes, we’re back again with all your old favorites and new ones, too. Introducing 15 new categories from Best Place to Dance Your Butt Off to Best Estate Planning Attorney, bringing the total to more than 450 individual local winners. And with more than 500,000 votes cast in this year’s contest, every winner was hand-picked by YOU — yes, even that one.

We may not have broken the mould on this year’s edition (no new sections — if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!), so our longtime readers will have no trouble picking up the issue for date-night ideas or last-minute calendar filling. Whether you keep the guide handy for quick scans or are a dedicated reader on publication day, we hope you take a second to acknowledge and appreciate the hundreds of local businesses and community leaders highlighted inside.
—Skyler Baldwin

Check out the photo essay from the Best of Charleston party!

Attractions and City Living
Culture, Arts and Entertainment
Shops and Wares
Services
Health, Beauty and Fitness
Kids and Pets
Recreation and Outdoors
Eating
Drinking

Attractions and City Living

From parks and playgrounds to libraries and local businesses, living in the Holy City is dynamic, fun and easy living. With dozens of events held every day across dozens of Lowcountry attractions and locales, residents and guests alike are constantly reminded of the natural beauty that surrounds the peninsula and the vast depth of talent and generosity within those that call it home. This curated list has everything you need to know about the best life in Charleston has to offer, with longtime favorites like the South Carolina Aquarium and James Island County Park making their annual returns alongside perhaps your new favorite spots.
—Skyler Baldiwn

Best Apartment Community
The Jasper
310 Broad St. Downtown
(843) 973-8900
jaspercharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Atlantic on Romney

Best Attraction
South Carolina Aquarium
100 Aquarium Wharf. Downtown
(843) 577-3474
scaquarium.org
Runner-Up:
Charleston Haunted Jail Tour

Best Bathroom
Off the lobby of
Charleston Place
205 Meeting St. Downtown
(800) 641-5545
charlestonplace.com
Runner-Up:
City Lights Eastside

Best Bed & Breakfast
John Rutledge
House Inn
116 Broad St. Downtown.
(843) 723-7999
johnrutledgehouseinn.com
Runner-Up:
Regatta Inn Bed and Breakfast

Best Charlestonian
(who isn’t Bill Murray
or Darius Rucker)
Warren Peper
Runner-Up:
Bill Olson

Best City Council Member
Mike Seekings
Runner-Up:
Jim McBride

Best College
College of Charleston
66 George St. Downtown
(843) 805-5507
charleston.edu
Runner-Up:
The Citadel

Best County Council Member
Jenny Honeycutt, James Island
Runner-Up:
Joe Boykin, Johns Island

Best Do-Gooder/Activist
Kay Hyman, Charleston
Animal Society
Runner-Up:
Anita Zucker

Best Farmers Market
Charleston Farmers Market
329 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 724-7305
charlestonfarmersmarket.com
Runner-Up:
Sunday Brunch Farmers Market, Pour House, James Island

Best Festival
Charleston Wine+Food
Runner-Up:
Piccolo Spoleto Festival

Best Fundraising Event
Make-A-Wish South Carolina
“Wish Night” Gala
Runner-Up:
MUSC Hollings Cancer Center Lowvelo

Best Hotel
Charleston Place
205 Meeting St. Downtown
(800) 611-5545
charlestonplace.com
Runner-Up:
Hotel Bennett

Best Library
Charleston County Public Library,
Main Branch*
68 Calhoun St. Downtown
(843) 805-9000
ccpl.org
*Closed for renovations until around July 1.
Runner-Up:
Wando Mount Pleasant Library

Best Local Cause
Charleston
Animal Society
2455 Remount Road.
North Charleston
(843) 747-4849
charlestonanimalsociety.org
Runner-Up:
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston

Best Neighborhood
Park Circle,
North Charleston
parkcircle.com
Runner-Up:
Riverland Terrace

Best New Local Business
(non food and beverage)
Neighborly
Park Circle
1042 E. Montague Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 343-0388
neighborlypc.com
Runner-Up:
Island Candies

Best Outdoor Event
Second Sunday
on King Street
Runner-Up:
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition

Best Place of Worship
Seacoast Church
Various locations
seacoast.org
Runner-Up:
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, West Ashley

Best Place to Take a Tourist
Charleston City Market
188 Meeting St. Downtown.
(843) 937-0920
thecharlestoncitymarket.com
Runner-Up:
Folly Beach

Best Place to Work
Charleston County Public Library
Various locations
(843) 805-9000
ccpl.org
Runner-Up:
Bulldog Tours

Best S.C. Politician
U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C.
Runner-Up:
Dr. Annie Andrews, D-S.C.

Best Sunset Spot
Pitt Street Bridge, Mount Pleasant
Runner-Up:
Sullivan’s Island

Best Sustainable Business
Roots and Shoots Nursery
1108 Wappoo Road. West Ashley
(843) 633-1429
rootsandshootsnursery.com
Runner-Up:
Casual Crabbing with Tia

Best Tour Company
Bulldog Tours
18 Anson St. Downtown
(843) 722-8687
bulldogtours.com
Runner-Up:
Old South Carriage Company

Culture and Entertainment

If 2025 proved anything, it’s that Charleston’s art scene vibrantly abides, morphing and amping up even as artists and practitioners navigate new hurdles. Local performing arts wowed culture lovers with newly commissioned works at venues like Charleston Gaillard Center and Southeast premieres and lively revivals at theater companies like PURE Theatre, Charleston Stage and others. The local music scene continues its sonic profusion, with a concert every night, ranging in size and volume — from popular spots like Charleston Pour House and The Commodore to larger locales including Charleston Music Hall, Credit One Stadium and North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center. All in all, the city held fast and furthered its renown as a cultural town. —Maura Hogan

Best Art Exhibit of 2025
Kulture Klash
Building 64, Navy Yard Charleston
2301 Noisette Blvd.
North Charleston
kultureklashchs.com
Runner-Up:
Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor
Art Exhibition

Best Art Gallery
Public Works Art Center
135 W. Richardson Ave. Summerville
(843) 900-3225
publicworksartcenter.org
Runner-Up:
Redux Contemporary
Art Center

Best Art Instruction
Public Works
Art Center
135 W. Richardson Ave. Summerville
(843) 900-3225
publicworksartcenter.org
Runner-Up:
Palmetto City Ballet

Best Cultural Event
Kulture Klash
Building 64, Navy Yard Charleston
2301 Noisette Blvd.
North Charleston
kultureklashchs.com
Runner-Up:
Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor
Art Exhibition

Best Drag Performer
Patti O’Furniture
allaboutpatti.com
Runner-Up:
Mercy Madison

Best Drag Show
Dragified at Dudley’s on Ann
42 Ann St. Downtown
(843) 577-6779
facebook.com/dudleysonann
Runner-Up:
Lemon Squares Burlesque
at Tin Roof

Best Female Vocalist
Erin Haggerty
erin-haggerty.com
Runner-Up:
Lauren Hall

Best House/Cover Band
The Midnight City
themidnightcityband.com
Runner-Up:
JamiSun

Best Jazz & Blues Club
The Commodore
504 Meeting St., Suite C. Downtown
thecommodorechs.com
Runner-Up:
Forte Jazz Lounge

Best Karaoke Night
Bangkok Lounge
353 King St. Downtown
thebangkoklounge.com
Runner-Up:
Tin Roof

Best Local Actor
Who Performed in 2025
Matthew Willingham, Cabaret (Footlight Players)
Runner-Up:
Zach Henderson, Shrek the Musical (Flowertown Players)

Best Local Actress
Who Performed in 2025
Giulia Dalbec, Cabaret (Footlight Players)
Runner-Up:
Krissi Hardy, Shrek the Musical (Flowertown Players)

Best Local Author
Mary Alice Monroe
Runner-Up:
Angie Mizzell

Best Local Band
The Midnight City
themidnightcityband.com
Runner-Up:
Erode the Dream

Best Local Comedian
Sara Meagan
@hate_the_h
Runner-Up:
Jayson Lee Rose

Best Local Foodie Influencer
Lowcountry Eat Out!
@lowcountryeatout
Runner-Up:
Cookin’ With Booze

Best Local Lifestyle Influencer
MPeacock Media
@mpeacockmedia
Runner-Up:
Bill Olson

Best Local Podcast
Charleston Time Machine
ccpl.org/charleston-time-machine
Runner-Up:
Snackin’ & Yakkin’

Best Local Poet
Marcus Amaker
Runner-Up:
Joey Tucker, Mr. Enlightenment

Best Local Radio Personality
Brooke Ryan
Runner-Up:
The Critic

Best Local Radio Show
Two Girls and a Guy, Mix 95.9
Runner-Up:
The Critic Sunday

Best Local Theater Company
Theatre 99
280 Meeting St., Suite B. Downtown
(843) 853-6687
theatre99.com
Runner-Up:
Flowertown Players

Best Local Theater Production of 2025
Legally Blonde,
Charleston Stage
Runner-Up:
Cabaret (Footlight Players)

Best Local TV Anchor
Carolyn Murray, WCBD News 2
Runner-Up:
Ann McGill, Live 5 News

Best Local TV Sports Anchor
Kevin Bilodeau,
Live 5 News, WCSC
Runner-Up:
Scott Eisberg, WCIV ABC 4

Best Local TV Station
Live 5 News, WCSC
Runner-Up:
WCBD News 2

Best Local TV Weather Forecaster
Bill Walsh,
Live 5 News, WCSC
Runner-Up:
Rob Fowler, WCBD News 2

Best Local Visual Artist
Heidi Oates Art
heidioatesart.squarespace.com
Runner-Up:
John Reese

Best Male Vocalist
JamiSun
jamisun.com
Runner-Up:
John Price

Best Movie Theater
Terrace Theater
1956 Maybank Highway. James Island
(843) 762-9494
terracetheater.com
Runner-Up:
Citadel Mall Stadium 16

Best Museum
International African American Museum
14 Wharfside St. Downtown
(843) 872-5352
iaamuseum.org
Runner-Up:
Gibbes Museum of Art

Best Music Concert of 2025
Dave Matthews Band at Credit One Stadium
Credit One Stadium
7596, 161 Seven Farms Drive. Daniel Island
creditonestadium.com
(843) 856-7900
Runner-Up:
Creed at Credit One Stadium

Best Music Instruction
School of Rock
1907 N. Highway 17, Suite 102. Mount Pleasant
(843) 258-1181
schoolofrock.com/locations/mountpleasant
Runner-Up:
Clelia’s Guitar Studio

Best Musician
JamiSun
jamisun.com
Runner-Up:
Alan Price

Best Party of 2025
Best of Charleston
at Building 64
Navy Yard Charleston
charlestoncitypaper.com
Runner-Up:
Skinful Halloween

Best Performing Arts Group
Charleston Symphony
480 E Bay St., Suite F. Downtown
(843) 723-7528
charlestonsymphony.org
Runner-Up:
Flowertown Players

Best Piccolo or Spoleto Show of 2025
Piccolo Spoleto
Juried Art Exhibition
Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs.
Various locations. Downtown
(843) 724-7305
piccolospoleto.com
Runner-Up:
Eurydice (Flowertown Players)

Best Place to See Local Hip Hop
Music Farm
32 Ann St. Downtown
(843) 408-1599
musicfarm.com
Runner-Up:
Building 64, Navy Yard Charleston

Best Place to See Local Music
Charleston Pour House
1977 Maybank Highway.
West Ashley
(843) 571-4343
charlestonpourhouse.com
Runner-Up:
The Windjammer

Best Radio Station
The Bridge 105.5
Runner-Up:
95.9 Mix

Best Recording Studio
Coast Records
coast-records.com
info@coast-records.com
Runner-Up:
The Space Charleston

Best Rock Music Club
Charleston Pour House
1977 Maybank Highway. Charleston
(843) 571-4343
charlestonpourhouse.com
Runner-Up:
Music Farm

Best Trivia Night
Publik Education Trivia, Commonhouse Aleworks
4831 O’Hear Ave. North Charleston
(843) 471-1400
commonhousealeworks.com
Runner-Up:
Bay Street Biergarten

Shops and Wares

Charleston’s shopping scene is as unique as the city itself, blending locally rooted business with longtime staples. From King Street gems like Croghan’s Jewel Box to Mount Pleasant hubs like Towne Centre, the Shops & Wares category highlights the places where locals and tourists alike go to find something memorable. Whether its handcrafted goods, fresh local produce or one-of-a-kind vintage finds, these winners reflect the character and charm that Charleston is best known for. Together, they represent not just where Charlestonians love to shop, but where they feel seen, appreciated and inspired. —Alyssa McDowell

Best Accessories
Palmetto Moon
Various locations
(843) 849-8122
palmettomoononline.com
Runner-up
Lounge With Us

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
mtpantiquemall.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
The Paper Canopy

Best Auto Dealer (Domestic)
Rick Hendrick Chevrolet
1500 Savannah Highway. West Ashley
(843) 410-3819
rickhendrickchevrolet.com
Runner-up
Crews Chevrolet

Best Auto Dealer (Imports)
Fred Anderson Toyota
2100 Savannah Highway. West Ashley
(843) 203-9006
fredandersontoyota.com
Runner-up
Crews Subaru

Best Beer Retail Selection
Bottles Beverage Superstore
610 Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-9463
bottleschs.com
Runner-up
Jadoon’s Park Circle Market

Best Bookstore (Local)
Buxton Books
160 King St. Downtown
(843) 723-1670
buxtonbooks.com
Runner-up
Blue Bicycle Books

Best Boutique
Copper Penny
Various locations
(843) 723-2999
copperpennyshop.com
Runner-up
Rebecca Illustrated

Best Bridal Store
Bridal House of Charleston
1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Suite 20. Mount Pleasant
(843) 971-1477
bridalhouseofcharleston.com
Runner-up
Bridals by Jodi

Best Butcher Shop
Burbage Meats
1033 Wappoo Road, Suite A. West Ashley
(843) 789-4400
burbagemeats.com
Runner up
Ted’s Butcherblock

Best CBD Shop
Charleston Hemp Collective
1989 Maybank Highway. James Island
473 King St. Downtown
(843) 305-4367
charlestonhempcollective.com
Runner up
Smoke n Brew

Best Collegiate Store
Palmetto Moon
Various locations
(843) 849-8122
palmettomoononline.com
Runner up
College of Charleston Bookstore

Best Comic Book Shop
Captain’s Comics & Toys
1209 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 766-6611
captainscomicsandtoys.com
Runner up
Park Circle Comics

Best Consignment (Furniture)
Consign Charleston
1610 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 225-9055
consigncharleston.com
Runner up
Next to New

Best Consignment
Consign Charleston
1610 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 225-9055
consigncharleston.com
Runner up
Reinvented Upscale Resale

Best Corner Store
Bert’s Market
202 E. Ashley Ave. Folly Beach
(843) 588-9449
bertsmarket.com
Runner up
Jadoon’s Park Circle Market

Best Eyewear Boutique
Shades of Charleston
Various locations
(843) 388-4369
shadesofcharleston.com
Runner up
SEE Eyewear

Best Florist
Roadside Blooms
4491 Durant Ave. North Charleston
(843) 225-7277
roadsideblooms.com
Runner up
Tiger Lily Florist

Best Furniture Store
Celadon
1015 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant
2221 Noisette Blvd. North Charleston
(843) 884-7005
celadonathome.com
Runner up
Neighborly Park Circle

Best Garden Store/Nursery
Hyams Garden Center and Accent Store
870 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 795-4570
hyamsgardencenter.com
Runner up
Roots and Shoots Nursery

Best Gift Store
Palmetto Moon
Various locations
(843) 849-8122
palmettomoononline.com
Runner up
Old Whaling Company

Best Grocery Store
Harris Teeter
Various locations
harristeeter.com
Runner up
Publix

Best Hardware Store
Lowcountry Ace Hardware James Island
1411 Folly Road, Suite 200.
James Island
(843) 572-1223
acehardware.com
Runner up
East Bay Hardware

Best Home Accessories Store
Neighborly Park Circle
1080 E. Montague Ave. North Charleston
(843) 343-0388
neighborlypc.com
Runner up
Antiques and Artisans Village

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
1640 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 305-7364
charlestonlightingandinteriors.com
Runner up
Circa Lighting

Best Lingerie Store
Bits of Lace Fine Lingerie
453 W. Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 531-6625
bitsoflace.com
Runner up
Guilty Pleasures

Best Local Appliance Store
Plugs Appliance Center
675 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant
7179 Bryhawke Circle. North Charleston
1903 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 531-5147
plugsappliance.com
Runner up
Signature Appliance Center

Best Local Clothing Designer
Brackish
1854 Wallace School Road, Suite B. West Ashley
(843) 469-8833
brackish.com
Runner up
Black Octopus Mercantile

Best Local Farm
Boone Hall Farms
2434 N. Highway 17. Mount Pleasant
(843) 856-5366
boonehallplantation.com
Runner up
Legare Farms

Best Local Gourmet Grocery Store
Earth Fare
74 Folly Road. West Ashley
(843) 277-0001
earthfare.com
Runner up
The Veggie Bin

Best Local Liquor Store
Bottles Beverage Superstore
610 Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-9463
bottleschs.com
Runner up
Burris Liquor Store

Best Local Wine Shop
Graft Wine Shop
700 King St. Downtown
(843) 718-3359
graftchs.com
Runner up
The Wine Shop Of Charleston

Best Locally Based Cannabis Product
High Rise Beverage Co.
(843) 256-6507
highrisebevco.com
Runner up
Levity Cannabis Spirit

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
Palmetto Moon

Best Musical Instrument Store
Fox House of Music
4248 Dorchester Road. North Charleston
(843) 740-7200
foxmusichouse.com
Runner up
Ye Olde Music Shoppe

Best Paint Store
Sherwin-Williams
Various locations
sherwin-williams.com
Runner up
Spectrum Paint

Best Pawn Shop
Money Man Pawn
Various locations
(843) 762-7999
moneymanpawn.com
Runner up
Gene’s Jewelry and Pawn

Best Place to Buy A New Car
Crews Subaru
8199 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 820-4200
crewssubaru.com
Runner up
Fred Anderson Toyota of Charleston

Best Place to Buy A Used Car
CarMax
712 Savage Road. West Ashley
(843) 766-2155
carmax.com
Runner up
Crews Chevrolet

Best Place to Buy Local Produce
Charleston Farmers Market
Marion Square. Downtown
(843) 724-7305
charlestonfarmersmarket.com
Runner up
The Veggie Bin

Best Place to Buy Local Seafood
Crosby’s Fish & Shrimp Co.
2223 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 795-4049
crosbysfishshrimp.com
Runner up
CudaCo. Seafood Company

Best Pop-up Market
Feminist Magic Market
Chateau Ave & Empire Ave. North Charleston
feministmagicmarket.com
Runner up
Holy City Holiday Market

Best Record Store
Monster Music
946 Orleans Road. West Ashley
(843) 571-4657
monstermusicsc.com
Runner up
Record Stop Charleston

Best Shoe Store
Phillips Shoes
80 Folly Road Blvd. James Island
280 W. Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 763-1000
phillipsshoes.com
Runner up
Fleet Feet

Best Smoke Shop
Smoke ‘N Brew
815 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 501-7979
smokenbrew.com
Runner up
Wild Side Smoke Shop

Best Stationery Store
The Paper Canopy
93 Spring St. Downtown
(843) 974-5252
thepapercanopy.com
Runner up
Scratch Pad

Best Thrift/Resale Shop
ReStore: Sea Island Habitat for Humanity
3304 Maybank Highway. Johns Island
(843) 559-4009
seaislandhabitat.org
Runner up
Closet Case Thrift

Best Tire Store
Gerald’s Tires & Brakes
Various locations
(843) 566-1910
geraldstires.com
Runner up
Hay Tire

Best Tobacco/Cigar Store
Smoke ‘N Brew
815 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 501-7979
smokenbrew.com
Runner up
Cigars on Maybank/Cigars On 17

Best Vape Shop
Smoke ‘N Brew
815 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 501-7979
smokenbrew.com
Runner up
Airavata Vapors

Best Vintage Clothing Store
The Station Park Circle
4610 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 225-1130
thestationparkcircle.com
Runner up
Exchange Factor

Best Vintage Marketplace
The Station Park Circle
4610 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 225-1130
thestationparkcircle.com
Runner up
Antiques & Artisans Village

Best Wellness Product
High Rise Beverage Co.
(843) 256-6507
highrisebevco.com
Runner up
Surfer Betty Haircare Products

Best Women’s Clothing Store
Copper Penny
Multiple locations
(843) 723-2999
copperpennyshop.com
Runner up
Palmetto Moon

Services

Separating the old Services section into two parts was such a hit last year, we decided to keep it that way. In the first half, you’ll find Home Services, where we shine a spotlight on your favorite interior designers, handyman services and roofers. In the second, you’ll find the Lowcountry’s best attorneys, wedding planners and real estate companies. That’s right, for every big moment — from getting married to buying a new home to needing a bit of legal help — we have you covered with vital services to make them easy and memorable. —Skyler Baldwin

HOME SERVICES

Best Carpet Cleaning Company
ServiceMaster
3228 Industry Drive. North Charleston
(843) 970-2215
servicemasterrestore.com
Runner-Up
Cane Bay Carpet Cleaning

Best Cleaning Service
Christi’s Cleaning Service
(843) 442-7276
christiscleaning.com
Runner-Up
Lucky’s Wash Co.

Best Closet/Cabinet Company
A to Z Custom Woodworks
1951 Belgrade Ave. West Ashley
(843) 793-3923
atozcustomwoodworks.com
Runner-Up
Closets by Design — Coastal South Carolina

Best Electrician/Company
Charleston Electric and Air
412 E. 5th North St. Summerville
(843) 408-0245
charleston-electric.com
Runner-Up
MJK Electric

Best Fencing
Superior Fence and Rail
7710 Southrail Road. North Charleston
(843) 225-9051
superiorfenceandrail.com/charleston
Runner-Up
DiCarlo Fencing

Best Flooring/Carpet Installation
Carpet Baggers
3196 Marginal Road. West Ashley
(843) 410-2680
carpetbaggerscarpetone.com
Runner-Up
J+J Flooring

Best Foundation Repair Company
Cantey
4225 Piggy Wiggly Drive. North Charleston
(843) 261-5651
canteycanfixit.com
Runner-Up
Mount Valley Foundation Services

Best General Contractor
New Beginnings Construction, Inc.
1064 Gardner Road, Suite 308. West Ashley
(843) 789-4604
nbc-sc.com
Runner-Up
Carolina Construction Company

Best Handyman
Low Tide Home Services
(843) 996-2879
lowtidehomeservices.com
Runner-Up
Ace Handyman Services

Best Heating & Air Company
My Three Sons Heating & Air LLC
5809 N. Rhett Ave. Hanahan
(843) 353-3135
mythreesonshvac.com
Runner-Up
Carney & Son 72 Degrees

Best Home Builder
Carolina Construction of Charleston
(843) 516-3239
southcarolinaconstruction.com
Runner-Up
New Leaf Builders

Best Home Painter
Charleston Painting Contractors
3520 MEek’s Farm Road, Suite A. Johns Island
(843) 737-5770
chspaint.com
Runner-Up
Fresh Start Paint Pros

Best Home Remodeler
New Beginnings Construction, Inc.
1064 Gardner Road, Suite 308. West Ashley
(843) 789-4604
nbc-sc.com
Runner-Up
Carolina Construction of Charleston

Best Interior Designer
Ryan-Marie Design & Decor
(843) 480-4472
ryanmariedesigndecor.com
Runner-Up
Mary Welch Fox Design

Best Kitchen and Bath Design
New Beginnings Construction, Inc.
1064 Gardner Road, Suite 308. West Ashley
(843) 789-4604
nbc-sc.com
Runner-Up
Signature Kitchens & Baths of Charleston, Inc.

Best Landscaper/Lawn Care
New Leaf Landscape Construction
4144 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 452-3652
newleaflc.com
Runner-Up
ShoreCut Lawn Service

Best Mortgage Company
Benchmark Mortgage
858 Lowcountry Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 216-8997
benchmark.us
Runner-Up
Alliance Mortgage

Best Moving Company
MoveMo
237 King St. Downtown
4221 Atkins St. North Charleston
(844) 439-7866
stomostorage.com
Runner-Up
All My Sons Moving

Best Pest Control
Carolina Exterminating
948 Wappoo Road. West Ashley
(843) 225-9990
carolinaexterminating.com
Runner-Up
Ledford’s Termite & Pest Control

Best Plumber/Company
Blitch Plumbing
407 Fleming Road. James Island
(843) 795-9674
blitchplumbing.com
Runner-Up
1st Choice AC Heating Plumbing & Gas

Best Pool Builder
Blue Haven Pools & Spas
7475 Peppermill Parkway, Suite A. North Charleston
(843) 552-6000
bluehaven.com
Runner-Up
Charleston Pools and Service

Best Roofing Company
New Beginnings Construction, Inc.
1064 Gardner Road, Suite 308. West Ashley
(843) 789-4604
nbc-sc.com
Runner-Up
Revive Roofing & Exteriors

Best Stone & Marble Company
Granite Depot of Charleston, LLC
7318 Rab Drive. North Charleston
(843) 940-7492
2491 Clements Ferry Road, Suite B. Daniel Island
(843) 202-4902
granitedepotcharleston.com
Runner-Up
Palmetto Surfacing

Best Storage Company
StoMo Mobile Storage
237 King St. Downtown
(843) 439-7866
stomostorage.com
Runner-Up
Main Road Self Storage

Best Tree Care Company
Bartlett Tree Experts
2285 Technical Parkway. North Charleston
(843) 556-8696
bartlett.com
Runner-Up
Island Tree & Property Care

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Best Accounting Firm
Parmar Accounting Service
(803) 339-9488
parmaraccountingservice.com
Runner-Up
Brian Kurtz, CPA

Best Attorney
Mark Peper, Peper Law Firm
548 Savannah Highway. West Ashley
1050 E. Montague Ave., Suite D. North Charleston
(843) 225-2520
peperlawfirm.com
Runner-Up
Jeffrey Ward, The Thumbs Up Guys

Best Attorney (Criminal Defense)
Mark Peper, Peper Law Firm
548 Savannah Highway. West Ashley
1050 E. Montague Ave., Suite D. North Charleston
(843) 225-2520
peperlawfirm.com
Runner-Up
Joseph Cannarella, Savage Law Firm

Best Attorney (DUI)
Mark Peper, Peper Law Firm
548 Savannah Highway. West Ashley
1050 E. Montague Ave., Suite D. North Charleston
(843) 225-2520
peperlawfirm.com
Runner-Up
Joe Good, Joe Good Law

Best Attorney (Estate Planning)
Brenna D. Wiles, Peper Law Firm
548 Savannah Highway. West Ashley
1050 E. Montague Ave., Suite D. North Charleston
(843) 225-2520
peperlawfirm.com
Runner-Up
Ashley Andrews, LaFond Law

Best Attorney (Family Law)
The Law Office of Sara Turner
165 King St., Suite 2. Downtown
(843) 277-2431
saraturnerlaw.com
Runner-Up
Colleen Condon, Condon Family Law

Best Attorney (Personal Injury)
Mark Joye, Joye Law Firm
5861 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 508-9015
joyelawfirm.com
Runner-Up
John Price, John Price Law Firm

Best Attorney (Real Estate)
Catherine LaFond, LaFond Law Group, PA
544 Savannah Highway. West Ashley
(843) 762-3554
lafondlaw.com
Runner-Up
Doug Laflin, Laflin Law

Best Auto Body Shop
Crews Collision Center
8199 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 820-7815
crewschevrolet.com
Runner-Up
Ascue’s

Best Auto Service
Brothers Automotive Repair
1990 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 763-0082
Runner-Up
Swifts Garage

Best Disaster Recovery Company
ServiceMaster of Charleston
3228 Industry Drive. North Charleston
(843) 760-0404
servicemasterrestore.com
Runner-Up
Boss Disaster Restoration

Best Driving School
A-Lord Ashley Driving School
205 N. Goose Creek Blvd., Suite 113. Goose Creek
(843) 824-2040
alordashley.com
Runner-Up
Tom Hatley’s All-American Driving School

Best Dry Cleaner
Lyerly’s Cleaners
401 W. Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-0093
Runner-Up
Charleston Prestige

Best Event Planner
The Event Cooperative
theeventcooperative.com
Runner-Up
Elizabeth Elkins Weddings & Events

Best Financial Institution
South Carolina Federal Credit Union
Various locations
(800) 845-0432
scfederal.org
Runner-Up
Navy Federal Credit Union

Best Financial Planner
Charlie Capasso, Capasso Planning Partners
635 E. Bay St., Suite C. Charleston
(843) 608-8487
capassoplanningpartners.com
Runner-Up
Money Moods with Jenne Sevilla

Best Funeral Home
J. Henry Stuhr
Various Locations
jhenrystuhr.com
Runner-Up
McAlister Smith

Best HOA Management Company
CAMS — Community Association Management Services
3955 Faber Pl Drive, Suite 103. North Charleston
(877) 672-2267
camsmgt.com
Runner-Up
FirstService Residential

Best Insurance Agency
Anderson Insurance Associates
3491 Shelby Ray Court. James Island
(843) 763-7525
aiasc.com
Runner-Up
Brown & Brown Insurance

Best Law Firm
Joye Law Firm
5861 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 508-9015
joyelawfirm.com
Runner-Up
The Thumbs Up Guys — Personal Injury Attorneys

Best Limo/Party Bus Company
Charleston Black Cab Company
1529 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Suite 2B. West Ashley
(843) 216-2627
charlestonblackcabcompany.com
partybuscharleston.com
Runner-Up
Folly Bus

Best Marketing and PR Firm
Charlotte Berger Public Relations
charlottebergerpr.com
Runner-Up
Legacy Digital

Best Photographer (Portrait)
Simply Stefanee
1020 E. Montague Ave., Unit B. Park Circle
(843) 300-7512
simplystefanee.com
Runner-Up
Justin Falk Photography

Best Photographer (Wedding)
Valerie & Ed Photography
334 East Bay St., Suite 243. Downtown
(843) 882-7009
valerieanded.com
Runner-Up
Justin Falk Photography

Best Property Management Company (Apartments)
Greystar
465 Meeting St., Suite 500. Downtown
greystar.com
Runner-Up
MAA

Best Property Management Company (Commercial)
Beach Company
320 Broad St., Suite 600. Downtown
(843) 722-2615
thebeachcompany.com
Runner-Up
Palmetto Commercial Properties

Best Property Management Company (Residential)
TeamWork Property Management
1184 Clements Ferry Road,
Suite D1. Daniel Island
(843) 483-8976
teamworkproperties.com
Runner-Up
Yellow Door Property Management

Best Property Management Company ( Vacation/Short-term Rentals)
YOURPAD Vacation Rentals
34 Radcliffe St., Suite B. Downtown
(843) 410-8991
yourpadbookings.com
Runner-Up
Stay Duvet Vacation Rentals

Best Real Estate Company
Carolina One Real Estate
Various locations
carolinaonerealestate.com
Runner-Up
Akers Ellis Real Estate

Best Realtor
Bill Olson
451 Folly Road, Suite 106. James Island
(843) 580-8010
livinginchs.com
Runner-Up
Sandy Trockel, REAL Broker, LLC

Best Videographer
Koz Films
(609) 350-3250
kozfilms.com
Runner-Up
Daniel Green — Art of Daniel Green

Best Wedding Planner
Goldbug Events
goldbugevents.com
Runner-Up
Charleston Premier Events

Best Wedding Venue
Lowndes Grove
266 St. Margaret St. Downtown
(843) 853-1810
pphgcharleston.com
Runner-Up
Boone Hall Plantation

Best Wedding Videographer
Frankie Gilmore
(843) 800-1116
frankiegilmore.com
Runner-Up
Francis West Studios

Health and Beauty

Like so many strongly correlated qualities — intelligence, education and wisdom, for instance — health, beauty and fitness are distinct in theory but often inseparable in practice. That’s why we’ve grouped your 2026 favorites across all three here, with categories ranging from acupuncture to nail care to yoga. And as you read on, don’t forget: Sincere resolutions count just as much on a random Tuesday in July as they do on New Year’s Day. —Jack O’Toole

Best Acupuncture Practice
Blue Heron Acupuncture and Apothecary
1819 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 937-6890
blueheroncharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Serenity Wellness

Best Acupuncturist
Dr. Brittney Epps, Serenity Wellness
29 Leinbach Drive, Suite D3. West Ashley
(843) 261-4038
serenitywellcenter.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Lisa Abernathy, Blue Heron

Best Aesthetic Injector
Dr. Marguerite Germain, Germain Dermatology
Various locations
(843) 881-4440
germaindermatology.com
Runner-Up:
Rachel Fedarovich,
Sweetgrass Plastic Surgery

Best Aesthetician
Lea Cates, Sweetgrass Plastic Surgery & Spa
218 Brighton Park Blvd., Suite 101. Summerville
20 Fairchild St., Suite 102. Daniel Island
404 Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 471-1135
sweetgrassplasticsurgery.com
Runner-Up:
Danielle Cios, O’Neill Plastic Surgery

Best Allergy & Asthma
Charleston ENT
Various locations
(843) 766-7103
charlestonent.com
Runner-Up:
MUSC Health

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
Barrelli Barber
Various locations
(843) 414.7457
barrellibarber.com
Runner-Up:
The Barber & Shave Shoppe

Best Barre Studio
Pure Barre
Various locations
(843) 732-1727
purebarre.com
Runner-Up:
Barre 3

Best Chiropractor
Dr. Mark Luckie, West Ashley Wellness & Rehab
2 Carriage Lane. West Ashley
(843) 571-3100
westashleywellness.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Stephen Khouri, Khouri Chiropractic

Best Cosmetic Dentist
Solomon Family Dentistry
Various locations
(843) 863-8634
solomondentistry.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Vicki Tatum, Tatum Dentistry

Best Cycling Studio
The Works Cycle
465 Meeting St., Suite 150. Downtown
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd., Suite 1503. Mount Pleasant
(843) 648-0102
theworkscycle.com
Runner-Up:
Hot Girl Cycle Club

Best Day Spa
Woodhouse Day Spa
10 Westedge St., Suite 150. Downtown
141 Wentworth St. Downtown
725 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 203-1772
woodhousespas.com
Runner-Up:
Urban Nirvana

Best Dental Practice
Solomon Family Dentistry
Multiple locations
(843) 863-8634
solomondentistry.com
Runner-Up:
James & Johns Island Dental Associates

Best Dentist
Dr. James Thomas III, James and Johns Island Dental Associates
113 Wappoo Creek Drive, Suite 5. James Island
(843) 396-1974
3201 Maybank Highway. Johns Island
(843) 428-8346
smilesforcharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Jessica Peele, Cooper Cosmetic & Family Dentistry

Best Dermatologist
Dr. Marguerite Germain, Germain Dermatology
Multiple locations
(843) 881-4440
germaindermatology.com
Runner-Up:
Carrie Zipperer, PA, Lowcountry Dermatology

Best Dermatology Practice
Germain Dermatology
Multiple locations
(843) 881-4440
germaindermatology.com
Runner-Up:
Mount Pleasant Dermatology

Best Exercise Studio
HYLO Fitness
466 Savannah Highway, Suite A. West Ashley
(843) 606-5267
880 Allbritton Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 606-2723
424 Brighton Park Blvd., Suite A. Summerville
(843) 376-9369
hylofitness.com
Runner-Up:
KOR4 ELITE FITNESS

Best Eye Doctor
Dr. George Waring, Waring Vision Institute
735 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Suite 101. Mount Pleasant
(843) 592-3955
waringvision.com
Runners-Up (Tie):
Dr. Elyse DeWitt, OD, Draisin Vision Group
and
Dr. Kerry Solomon, Carolina Eyecare Physicians

Best Eyelash/Eyebrow Salon
Glow Studio Esthetics
107 Pitt St. Mount Pleasant
(843) 284-3460
glowstudioesthetics.
glossgenius.com
Runner-Up:
Butterfleye Effect

Best Gym/Health Club
HYLO Fitness
466 Savannah Highway, Suite A. West Ashley
(843) 606-5267
880 Allbritton Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 606-2723
424 Brighton Park Blvd., Suite A. Summerville
(843) 376-9369
hylofitness.com
Runner-Up:
Ethos Athletic Club

Best Hair Salon
Coven Haircraft
1630 N. Meeting Street Road, Suite 308. Downtown
(843) 530.0728
covenhaircraft.com
Runner-Up:
Moxie Park Salon

Best Hair Stylist
Audrey Lee, Stella Nova
701 East Bay St. Downtown
(843) 641.0944
1320 Theatre Drive. Mount Pleasant
(843)884.3838
2048 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 766.6233
stella-nova.com
Runner-Up:
Skyler Biller Stubbs, Sky’s the Limit

Best Hospital
MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital
10 McClennan Banks Drive. Downtown
(843) 792-2300
children.muschealth.org
Runner-Up:
Bon Secours Roper St. Francis

Best In-Home Healthcare Company
Holy City Healthcare Consultants
(843) 983-2870
holycityhc.com
Runner-Up:
homeRN Charleston

Best LASIK Provider
Dr. Kerry Solomon, Carolina Eyecare Physicians
1101 Clarity Road. Mount Pleasant
2060 Charlie Hall Blvd., Suite 201. West Ashley
(843) 620-2020
drkerrysolomon.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. George Waring,
Waring Vision Institute

Best LGBTQ Counselor/Therapist
Chandler Massengale, Park Circle Counseling
parkcirclecounseling.com
Runner-Up:
Alandria Mustafa, LPC with Sula Counseling

Best Local Pharmacy
Dottie’s Pharmacy
325 Folly Road, Suite 101. James Island
(843) 501-9500
dotspharmacy.com
Runner-Up:
Sweetgrass Pharmacy

Best Massage Therapist
Britney Franklin, Awaken Massage
720 Magnolia Road, Suite 3. West Ashley
(843) 619-8079
awaken-charleston.com
Runners-Up (TIE):
Abigail Morrow, The Massage Room
and
Amanda Chandler, Touch of Tranquility Massage

Best Medical Spa
Germain Dermatology
Various locations
(843) 881-4440
germaindermatology.com
Runner-Up:
Scarlett Hawkins MedSpa

Best Nail Salon
Luxia Nail Spa
1200 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Suite B1. West Ashley
(843) 766-6399
luxianailspasc.com
Runner-Up:
Nailz by Mealz

Best OBGYN
Dr. Kenosha Gleaton, The EpiCentre
2048 Charlie Hall Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 804-6010
epicentrecharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Ashlyn Savage, MUSC Health

Best Oral Surgeon
Dr. Hunter Kennis, Solomon Family Dentistry
Varius locations
(843) 863-8634
solomondentistry.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Jason Hehr, Hehr Oral Surgery

Best Orthodontics Practice
Vincent & Bullwinkel Orthodontics
125-H Wappoo Creek Drive, Suite B. James Island
(843) 762-2304
smilelowcountry.com
Runner-Up:
Coastal Family Orthodontics

Best Orthodontist
Dr. Katie Bullwinkel, Vincent & Bullwinkel Orthodontics
125-H Wappoo Creek Drive, Suite B. James Island
(843) 762-2304
smilelowcountry.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Rebekah Anderson, Holy City Orthodontics

Best Personal Trainer
Shannon Crawford, Kor4 Elite Fitness
1561 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 416-9080
627 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Suite 103. Mount Pleasant
(843) 790-2662
kor4elite.com
Runner-Up:
Cat Kester, Kor4 Elite Fitness

Best Physical Therapy
Made 2 Move Physical Therapy
311 Huger St. Downtown
885 Island Park Drive, Suite C. Daniel Island
(843) 640-5244
made2movept.com
Runner-Up:
ATI Physical Therapy/Roper

Best Piercer
Kae Lonsberry, MoLA Body Piercing & Fine Jewelry
47 Spring St., Suite A. Downtown
(843) 937-5300
1595 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 225-7127
charlestonpiercing.com
Runner-Up:
Kate Burns, Exotic Impressions

Best Piercing Studio
MoLA Body Piercing & Fine Jewelry
47 Spring St., Suite A. Downtown
(843) 937-5300
1595 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 225-7127
charlestonpiercing.com
Runner-Up:
Exotic Impressions

Best Pilates Studio
Exhale Pilates Studio
1410 Shucker Circle, Suite 1106. Mount Pleasant
3475 Park Ave Blvd., Suite 103. Mount Pleasant
(843) 310-8713
exhalepilateschs.com
Runner-Up:
HYLO Fitness

Best Place to Give Birth
MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital and the Pearl Tourville Women’s Pavilion
10 McClennan Banks Drive. Downtown
(843) 792-2300
children.muschealth.org
Runner-Up:
East Cooper Medical Center

Best Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Clayton Crantford, Crantford Costa Plastic Surgery
247 Calhoun St. Downtown
(843) 755-6591
ccplastics.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Patrick O’Neill, O’Neill Plastic Surgery

Best Plastic Surgery Practice
Crantford Costa Plastic Surgery
247 Calhoun St. Downtown
(843) 755-6591
ccplastics.com
Runner-Up:
O’Neill Plastic Surgery

Best Primary Care Physician
Dr. Jessica Hund, MUSC Health
864 Island Park Drive, Suite 101. Daniel Island
(843) 876-7975
muschealth.org
Runner-Up:
Dr. Beth Hughes, Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Primary Care

Best Retirement Community
Bishop Gadsden
1 Bishop Gadsden Way. James Island
(843) 762-3300
bishopgadsden.org
Runner-Up:
Franke at Seaside

Best Tanning Salon
Charleston Glow
1233 Ben Sawyer Blvd., Suite 200. Mount Pleasant
(843) 277-0924
charlestonglow.com
Runner-Up:
Glow Bar CHS

Best Tattoo Artist
J.J. Quick, Abracadabra Tattoo Club
3219 S. Live Oak Drive. Moncks Corner
(843) 719-9919
abracadabratattooclub.com
Runner-Up:
Glenn Collins, Broken Lantern Tattoo

Best Tattoo Studio
Abracadabra
Tattoo Club
3219 S. Live Oak Drive. Moncks Corner
(843) 719-9919
abracadabratattooclub.com
Runner-Up:
Broken Lantern Tattoo

Best Therapist
Kirstin Gros, MUSC and Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center
109 Bee St. Downtown
(843) 577-5011
va.gov
Runner-Up:
Emily Holland, Hopewell Counseling Services

Best Urgent Care
Roper Express Care
Various locations
rsfh.com
rsfh.com/express-care
Runner-Up:
MEDcare Urgent Care

Best Waxing Salon
Brazilian Wax and Spa By Claudia
8252 Rivers Ave., Suite E.
North Charleston
(843) 270-1705
brazilianwaxandspabyclaudia.com
Runner-Up:
Pretty Kitty Charleston

Best Yoga Studio
The Works
465 Meeting St., Suite 160. Downtown
1421 Shucker Circle, Suite 1116. Mount Pleasant
(843) 718-3386
theworkschs.com
Runner-Up:
Community Yoga Charleston

Kids and Pets

Welcome back to your one-stop shop for all your family- and furry friend-friendly winners this year. For a lot of folks, their pets are members of the family, too — just maybe a bit hairier — so we threw them together in this category full of pet-sitters and daycares (basically the same thing) and pet stores and children’s clothiers (actually a little different). Raise a glass of apple juice and a bowl of kibble to this year’s new winners and give a totally not serious “Drop it!” to our mainstay winners that just won’t let go of that top spot. —Skyler Baldwin

Best Baby Store
Under the Almond Trees
190 King St. Downtown
(843) 937-6144
underthealmondtrees.com
Runner-Up:
Southern Belles

Best Charter School
James Island Charter High School
1000 Fort Johnson Road. James Island
(843) 762-2754
jichs.ccsdschools.com
Runner-Up:
Orange Grove Charter School

Best Child Psychologist
Dr. Kirstin Gros, MUSC/Ralph H. Johnson VAMC
67 President St. Downtown
(843) 792-7067
Runner-Up:
Emily Howard

Best Children’s Clothing Retailer
Southern Belles: A Children’s Clothier
280 W. Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-1741
southerbelleschildren.com
Runner-Up:
Under the Almond Tree

Best Children’s Consignment Store
Once Upon a Child
7800 Rivers Ave., Suite 1440. North Charleston
(843) 824-1242
946 Orleans Road, Suite F1. West Ashley
(843) 724-9160
onceuponachild.com
Runner-Up:
Tiny Tadpoles

Best Daycare
The Oaks Children’s Academy
2243 Glendale Drive. West Ashley
(843) 766-6382
8695 Dorchester Road. North Charleston
(843) 207-3061
theoaksacademy.com
Runners-Up (tie):
Riverpointe Christian Academy
and
The Little Sage School

Best Dog Park
James Island County Park
871 Riverland Drive. James Island
(843) 406-6990
ccprc.com
Runner-Up:
Broken Leash Dog Park & Bar

Best Dog Walking Service
Mind Your Pees and Poos
(512) 791-5503
mindyourpeesandpoos.com
Runner-Up:
Dog Tired

Best Doggie Day Care
Dog Tired Dog Enrichment Center
Various Locations
dogtiredsc.com
Runner-Up:
My Three Dogs

Best Kid-Friendly Bar or Restaurant
Holy City Brewing
1021 Aragon Ave. North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up:
Coastal Crust

Best Kids Birthday Party Place/Service
Charleston Animal Society
2455 Remount Road. North Charleston
(843) 747-4849
charlestonanimalsociety.org
Runner-Up:
Urban Air Adventure Park

Best Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Isabel Driggers, Coastal Kids Dental & Braces
coastalkidsdental.com
Runner-Up:
Dr. Paul Galloway, Cornerstone Children’s Dentistry

Best Pediatrician
Dr. Aimee Goedecke, Parkwood Pediatrics
1243 Savannah Highway. West Ashley
(843) 556-8110
parkwoodpeds.com
Runners-Up (Tie):
Dr. Todd Vasko, Neighbors Pediatrics
and
Dr. Arlene Shawinsky-Rosenthal, MUSC Children’s Health

Best Pet Friendly Dog Bar or Restaurant
Broken Leash Dog Park & Bar
8811 Old University Blvd. North Charleston
(854) 900-3839
thebrokenleash.com
Runner-Up:
Dog & Duck Family Pubs

Best Pet Groomer
Dog Tired Dog Enrichment Center
Various Locations
dogtiredsc.com
Runner-Up:
Island Dog Pet Wash & Market

Best Pet Sitting
Dog Tired Dog Enrichment Center Various Locations
dogtiredsc.com
Runner-Up:
Mind Your Pees and Poos

Best Pet Store
Dolittle’s
22 Windermere Blvd., Suite F. West Ashley
(843) 852-5811
976 Houston Northcutt Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 971-8650
dolittles.com
Runner-Up:
Pet Supplies Plus

Best Pet Trainer
Purely Positive
1985 Riviera Drive, Suite 103. Mount Pleasant
(843) 532-8154
purelypositive.com
Runner-Up:
Au Pair for Paws Dog Training

Best Place for Family Fun
James Island County Park
871 Riverland Drive. James Island
(843) 406-6990
ccprc.com
Runner-Up:
Stars and Strikes

Best Place for Kids to Play
Charleston County Parks
Various Locations
ccprc.com
Runner-Up:
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

Best Place for Kids to Splash
Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Waterpark
8888 University Blvd. North Charleston
(843) 762-5585
ccprc.com
Runner-Up:
Splash Zone Waterpark at James Island County Park

Best Place to Adopt Pets
Charleston Animal Society
2455 Remount Road. North Charleston
(843) 747-4849
charlestonanimalsociety.org
Runner-Up:
Pet Helpers

Best Preschool
Charleston Collegiate School
2024 Academy Road. Johns Island
(843) 559-5506
charlestoncollegiate.org
Runner-Up:
The Oaks Children’s Academy

Best Private School
Charleston Collegiate School
2024 Academy Road. Johns Island
(843) 559-5506
charlestoncollegiate.org
Runner-Up:
Porter Gaud

Best Public School
Springfield Elementary
2130 Pinehurst Ave. Charleston
(843) 763-1538
springfield.ccsdschools.com
Runner-Up:
Harbor View Elementary

Best Summer Camps
Charleston Animal Society — BARK Camps
2455 Remount Road. North Charleston
(843) 747-4849
charlestonanimalsociety.org
Runner-Up:
Charleston Collegiate School

Best Swim Lessons
Charleston Swim School
1444 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 310-9069
charlestonswimlessons.com
Runner-Up:
LowCountry Swim School, LLC

Best Toy Store
Wonder Works
188 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 577-2422
624 Long Point Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-6757
1662 Savannah Highway, Suite 260. West Ashley
(843) 573-9300
wonderworkstoys.com
Runner-Up:
Hollipops Fine Toys & Gifts

Best Tutoring Service
Katie Reel, TheReadingReel
thereadingreel.com
Runner-Up:
Sylvan Learning of Mount Pleasant

Best Veterinarian
Patrick Veterinary Clinic
667 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 722-4470
patrickvet.com
Runner-Up:
Charleston Harbor Veterinarians

Recreation and Outdoors

The sun is shining and the weather is finally warming up — that’s right, Lowcountry, it’s almost summer! Pack those coats and scarves away, break out the shorts and swimsuits and look no further for a new outdoor adventure in the Holy City. Charleston has more than you could ever ask for for a summer season full of hiking, bird-watching, kayaking, jumping and more. Congratulate some of the newest members of the Best of Charleston club and celebrate our longtime favorites that have been with us for years. From fishing and surfing to trampoline parks and axe-throwing, our winners have you covered as always. —Skyler Baldwin

Best Bike Shop
Mike’s Bikes
808 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 795-3322
mikesbikescharleston.com
Runner-Up
SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop

Best Boat Repair/Maintenance
Hanckel Marine, LLC
2445 Savannah Highway. West Ashley
(843) 556-2550
hanckelmarine.com
Runner-Up
Seel’s Outboard

Best Bowling Alley
Ashley Lanes Tavern
1568 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. West Ashley
(843) 766-9061
ashley-lanes.weeblyte.com
Runner-Up
Stars & Strikes

Best Dive Shop
Carolina Dive Locker
1303 Ben Sawyer Blvd., Suite 10. Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-1500
calorinadivelockersc.com
Runner-Up
One More Chance Scuba, LLC

Best Fishing and Tackle Shop
Haddrell’s Point and Tackle
885 Ben Sawyer Blvd. Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-3644
haddrellspoint.com
Runner-Up
Charleston Bait & Tackle

Best Fishing Charter
Redfin Charters
145 Lockwood Drive. Downtown
(843) 277-5255
inshorefishingcharters.com
Runner-Up
Captain Connor Charters

Best Golf Course
Ocean Course at Kiawah Island
1000 Ocean Course Drive. Kiawah Island
800-654-2924
kiawahresort.com/golf
Runner-Up
Charleston Municipal

Best Indoor Adventure/Experience
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
7800 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 737-6775urbanair.com/south-carolina-north-charleston
Runner-Up
Bearded, A Social Tavern

Best Kayak Company
Coastal Expeditions
Various Locations
coastalexpeditions.com
Runner-Up
Charleston Outdoor Adventures

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 Resort and Marina
20 Patriots Point Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 856-0028
charlestonharborresort.com
Runner-Up
Bohicket Marina

Best Outdoor Adventure/Experience
Coastal Expeditions
Various Locations
coastalexpeditions.com
Runner-Up
Charleston Aqua Park

Best Outdoor Outfitters
Half Moon Outfitters
280 King St. Downtown
(843) 853-0990
halfmoonoutfitters.com
Runner-Up
Carolina Salt

Best Park
James Island County Park
871 Riverland Drive. James Island
(843) 406-6990
ccprc.com
Runner-Up
Park Circle Park

Best Party Boat
Palmetto Breeze Charters
1 Shrimp Boat Lane. Mount Pleasant
(843) 338-2930
palmettobreeze.com
Runner-Up
Tiki Tours of Charleston

Best Place to Buy a Boat
Hanckel Marine
2445 Savannah Highway. West Ashley
(843) 556-2550
hanckelmarine.com
Runner-Up
Coastal Carolina Yachts

Best Place to Buy a Golf Cart
Charleston Wholesale Golf Carts
2466 Clements Ferry Road, Suite 101. Daniel Island
(843) 885-8100
charlestoncarts.com
Runner-Up
Carolina Rides

Best Stand Up Paddleboard Company
Coastal Expeditions
Various Locations
coastalexpeditions.com
Runner-Up
Charleston SUP Safaris

Best Surf Lessons
Isla Surf School
301 W. Ashley Ave. Folly Beach
(843) 813-7897
islasurfschool-charleston.com
Runner-Up
Shaka Surf School

Best Surf Shop
McKevlin’s Surf Shop
8 Center St. Folly Beach
(843) 588-2247
mckevlins.com
Runner-Up
Parrot Surf and Skate

Best Water Sports Company
Coastal Expeditions
Various Locations
coastalexpeditions.com
Runner-Up
Charleston Outdoor Adventures

Eating

There’s a reason Charleston is one of the best food towns in the country. The city is home to a variety of cuisines and you’re just as likely to find the perfect poke bowls as you are a delicious donut. Are bagels your thing? Ruby’s New York Style Bagels has various locations where you can scratch that itch. If you’re searching for the best charcuterie, head to Avondale Wine & Cheese. Craving a cheesesteak? Berkeley’s is your spot. Whether you’re looking to visit a tried-and-true favorite or want to try something new, reference the below list to see Charlestonians’ favorites. —Becky Lacey

Best Acai Bowls (TIE)
Beech
Various locations
beechrestaurants.com
and
Huriyali
401 Huger St. Downtown
2016 Wappoo Drive. James Island
(843) 207-4436
huriyali.com
Runner-Up:
Playa Bowls

Best Appetizers
Marbled & Fin
480 East Bay St. Downtown
(843) 278-5488
marbledandfin.com
Runner-Up:
Saltwater Cowboys

Best Asian Fusion
Jackrabbit Filly
1083 E. Montague Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 460-0037
jackrabbitfilly.com
Runner-Up:
Zen Asian Fusion

Best Bagels
Ruby’s Bagels
Various Locations
rubysnybagels.com
Runner-Up:
Bagel Nation

Best Bakery
Welton’s
Tiny Bakeshop
684 King St. Downtown
(843) 666-7277
weltonstinybakeshop.com
Runner-Up:
Baguette Magic

Best Bar Food
The Royal American
970 Morrison Drive. Downtown
(843) 817-6925
theroyalamerican.com
Runner-Up:
Moe’s Crosstown Tavern

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 Highway., Suite. A. James Island
(843) 410-1553
millersallday.com
Runner-Up:
Early Bird Diner

Best Brisket
Lewis Barbecue
464 N. Nassau St. Downtown
(843) 805-9500
lewisbarbecue.com
Runner-Up:
Home Team BBQ

Best Buffet
Dukes BBQ
331 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 789-4801
4428 Spruill Ave., Suite B.
North Charleston
(843) 554-1110
Runner-Up:
Los Reyes Mexican Restaurant

Best Burger
Heavy’s Barburger
1137 Morrison Drive. Downtown
(843) 212-3302
891 Island Park Drive. Daniel Island
(843) 377-8058
heavysbarburger.com
Runner-Up:
Sesame Burgers & Beer

Best Burrito
El Molino
1610 Sam Rittenberg Blvd.,
Suite 301. West Ashley
(843) 225-8244
5900 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 261-8260
molinosupermarket.com
Runner-Up:
Santi’s Restaurante Mexicano

Best Caterer
Cru Catering
1784 Harmon St. North Charleston
(843) 534-2433
crucatering.com
Runner-Up:
Hamby Catering & Events

Best Charcuterie
Avondale Wine
and Cheese
813 Savannah Highway.
West Ashley.
(843) 603-0280
avondalechs.com
Runner-Up:
goat.sheep.cow.

Best Cheesesteak
Berkeley’s
624 1/2 Rutledge Ave. Downtown
(843) 501-7779
eatatberkeleys.com
Runner-Up:
Yous Guys

Best Chicken Fingers
Boxcar Betty’s
1922 Savannah Highway.
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:
Kickin’ Chicken

Best Chinese
Jackrabbit Filly
1083 E. Montague Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 460-0037
jackrabbitfilly.com
Runner-Up:
Chef Loong

Best Chocolatier
Christophe Artisan Chocolatier-Patissier
90 Society St. Downtown
(843) 297-8674
1901 Ashley River Road, Suite 2A. West Ashley
(843) 225-9133
christophechocolatier.com
Runner-Up:
Remy Funfrock, Hotel Bennett

Best Daniel Island Brunch
The Kingstide
32 River Landing Drive. Daniel Island
(843) 216-3832
thekingstide.com
Runner-Up:
The DIME

Best Daniel Island Restaurant
The Kingstide
32 River Landing Drive.
Daniel Island
(843) 216-3832
thekingstide.com
Runner-Up:
Heavy’s Barburger

Best Deli
East Bay Deli
Various locations
eastbaydeli.com
Runner-Up:
The Co-Op Gourmet Sandwiches

Best Dessert
Carmella’s Cafe
& Dessert Bar
198 East Bay St. Downtown
(843) 722-5893
carmellasdessertbar.com
Runner-Up:
Kaminsky’s Dessert Cafe

Best Doughnut Shop
Duck Donuts
1812 Sam Rittenberg Blvd.
West Ashley
(843) 724-9917
duckdonuts.com
Runner-Up:
BKeDSHoP

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:
Chubby Fish

Best Fine Dining Restaurant
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
Marbled & Fin

Best Folly Beach Brunch
Lost Dog Cafe
106 W. Huron Ave. Folly Beach
(843) 588-9669
lostdogfollybeach.com
Runner-Up:
Rita’s Seaside Grille

Best Folly Beach Restaurant
Chico Feo
122 E Ashley Ave. Folly Beach
(843) 906-2710
chicofeos.com
Runner-Up:
Jack of Cups Saloon

Best French
39 Rue de Jean
39 John St. Downtown
(843) 722-8881
holycityhospitality.com/39-rue-de-jean
Runner-Up:
Chez Nous

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 Highway.
Johns Island
(843) 952-7591
4845 Chateau Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 277-2990
tattooedmoose.com
Runner-Up:
Moe’s Crosstown Tavern

Best Gelato
Carmella’s Cafe
and Dessert Bar
198 East Bay St., Suite 100. Downtown
(843) 722-5893
carmellasdessertbar.com
Runner-Up:
Beardcat’s Sweet Shop

Best Goose Creek Restaurant
MOMO Crowfield
300 Hamlet Circle. Goose Creek
(843) 709-9299
crowfieldgolf.com
Runner-Up:
Sapphire’s Bar & Grill

Best Gourmet Sandwich
The Co-Op Gourmet Sandwiches
Various locations
thecoopsi.com
Runner-Up:
Da Toscano Porchetta Shop

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:
Poogan’s Porch

Best Gyro
Platia Greek Goodness
5060 Dorchester Road, Suite 230. North Charleston
(843) 864-1273
platiagreekfood.com
Runner-Up:
Kairos Mediterranean

Best Hot Dogs
Jack’s Cosmic Dogs
2805 N. Highway 17.
Mount Pleasant
(843) 884-7677
jackscosmicdogs.com
Runner-Up:
Bert’s Market

Best Ice Cream
Ye Ole Fashioned
Various locations
yeolefashioned.com
Runner-Up:
Off Track Ice Cream

Best Indian/Pakistani
Ma’am Saab
251 Meeting St. Downtown
(843) 259-2660
maamsaabchs.com
Runner-Up:
Spice Palette Indian Cuisine

Best IOP Brunch
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen
31 J. C. Long Blvd. Isle of Palms
(843) 886-3474
acmelowcountrykitchen.com
Runner-Up:
Sea Biscuit Café

Best IOP Restaurant
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen
31 J. C. Long Blvd. Isle of Palms
(843) 886-3474
acmelowcountrykitchen.com
Runner-Up:
The Boathouse

Best Italian
Wild Olive
2867 Maybank Highway.
Johns Island
(843) 737-4177
wildoliverestaurant.com
Runner-Up:
Mondo’s Italian Restaurant

Best James Island Brunch
Millers All Day
120 King St. Downtown
(843) 501-7342
1956 Maybank Highway, Suite A. James Island
(843) 410-1553
millersallday.com
Runner-Up:
Baguette Magic

Best James Island Restaurant
Mondo’s Italian Cuisine
915 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 795-8400
eatatmondos.com
Runner-Up:
Kwei Fei

Best Japanese
O-Ku
463 King St. Downtown
(843) 737-0112
o-kusushi.com
Runner-Up:
Shiki

Best Johns Island Brunch
Sunrise Bistro
1797 Main Road. Johns Island
(843) 718-1858
sunrise-bistro.com
Runner-Up:
KISS Cafe

Best Johns Island
Restaurant
Wild Olive
2867 Maybank Highway.
Johns Island
(843) 737-4177
wildoliverestaurant.com
Runner-Up:
Lost Isle Johns Island

Best Late Night Menu
The Royal American
970 Morrison Drive. Downtown
(843) 817-6925
theroyalamerican.com
Runner-Up:
Smash City Burgers

Best Local Artisanal Food Product
Rio Bertolini’s
Fresh Pasta
(843) 343-2418
riobertolinispasta.com
Runner-Up:
Lowcountry Lumpia

Best Lunch Spot
Five Loaves Cafe
1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.,
Suite 100. Mount Pleasant
(843) 849-1043
214 N. Cedar St. Summerville
(843) 804-9410
fiveloavescafe.com
Runner-Up:
The Co-Op Gourmet Sandwiches

Best Mac and Cheese
Home Team BBQ
Various Locations
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Lewis Barbecue

Best Meal Value
Moe’s Crosstown Tavern
714 Rutledge Ave. Downtown.
(843) 641-0469
moescrosstowntavern.com
Runner-Up:
Dog & Duck

Best Meat & 3 Veggies
Lewis Barbecue
464 N. Nassau St. Downtown
(843) 805-9500
lewisbarbecue.com
Runner-Up:
Home Team BBQ

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
1660 Savannah Highway.
West Ashley
(843) 310-6148
Runner-Up:
El Molino

Best Milkshake
Ye Ole Fashioned
Various locations
yeolefashioned.com
Runner-Up:
Kaminsky’s

Best Mount Pleasant Brunch
Page’s Okra Grill
302 Coleman Blvd.
Mount Pleasant
(843) 881-3333
pagesokragrill.com
Runner-Up:
Five Loaves Café

Best Mount Pleasant Restaurant
The Post House Inn
101 Pitt St. Mount Pleasant
theposthouseinn.com
Runner-Up:
NICO Oysters + Seafood

Best Nachos
Home Team BBQ
Various Locations
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Saltwater Cowboys

Best New Restaurant
Cane Pazzo
1276 Yeamans Hall Road. Hanahan
(843) 974-3647
canepazzorestaurant.com
Runner-Up:
Bar Weems

Best North Charleston Brunch
The Junction Kitchen 4438 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 745-9189
thejunctionkitchen.com
Runner-Up:
Odd Duck Market

Best North Charleston Restaurant
Jackrabbit Filly
1083 E. Montague Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 460-0037
jackrabbitfilly.com
Runner-Up:
Sesame Burgers and Beer

Best Outdoor Patio
Edmund’s Original
1081 Morrison Dr. Downtown.
(843) 727-1145
edmundsoriginal.com
Runner-Up:
Home Team BBQ

Best Oysters
167 Raw
193 King St. Downtown
(843) 579-4997
167raw.com/charleston
Runner-Up:
Bowen’s Island

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
1075 E. Montague Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 225-1796
evopizza.com
Runner-Up:
Tutti Pizza

Best Pizza — Traditional (TIE)
D’Allesandro’s Pizza
229 St. Philip St. Downtown
(843) 853-6337
dalspizza.com
and
Famulari’s Pizzeria
Various locations
famularis.com
Runner-Up:
Paisano’s Pizza Grill

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:
CudaCo.

Best Private Chef
Lauren Furey
(610) 312-6622
laurenfurey.com
Runner-Up:
Anna Choiniere,
Raising Rose Kitchen

Best Ramen
Bar Weems
@weemsramen
Runner-Up:
Katsubō

Best Raw Bar
167 Raw
193 King St. Downtown
(843) 579-4997
167raw.com/charleston
Runner-Up:
Pearlz Oyster Bar

Best Restaurant
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
Chubby Fish

Best Restaurant Chef
James London, Chubby Fish
252 Coming St. Downtown
(854) 222-3949
chubbyfishcharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Chef Nikko Calaganan,
Kultura

Best Restaurant for Vegetarians
Basic Kitchen
82 Wentworth St. Downtown
(843) 789-4568
basickitchen.com
Runner-Up:
Five Loaves Cafe

Best Ribs
Lewis Barbecue
464 N. Nassau St. Downtown
(843) 805-9500
lewisbarbecue.com
Runner-Up:
Home Team BBQ

Best Romantic Restaurant
Wild Olive
2867 Maybank Highway.
Johns Island
(843) 737-4177
wildolive.com
Runner-Up:
Chez Nous

Best Salad
California Dreaming
1 Ashley Point Drive. West Ashley
(843) 766-1644
californiadreaming.rest
Runner-Up:
Five Loaves Cafe

Best Savory Food Truck
Smash City Burgers
47 Cooper St. Downtown
(843) 732-2510
smashcityburgers.com
Runner-Up:
Roti Rolls

Best Seafood
Chubby Fish
252 Coming St. Downtown
(854) 222-3949
chubbyfishcharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar

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:
Slightly North of Broad

Best Soul Food
LoLA Low Country Louisiana Seafood Kitchen
4830 O’Hear Ave. North Charleston
(843) 990-9416
lolaparkcircle.com
Runner-Up:
Bertha’s Kitchen

Best Steak
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up:
Marbled & Fin

Best Sub Sandwich / Hoagie
East Bay Deli
Various locations
Runner-Up:
Brown Dog Deli

Best Sullivan’s Island Brunch
The Obstinate Daughter
2063 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
(843) 416-5020
theobstinatedaughter.com
Runner-Up:
The Co-Op Gourmet Sandwiches

Best Sullivan’s Island Restaurant
The Obstinate Daughter
2063 Middle St. Sullivan’s Island
(843) 416-5020
theobstinatedaughter.com
Runner-Up:
The Co-Op Gourmet Sandwiches

Best Summerville Brunch
Page’s Okra Grill
142 Brighton Park Blvd. Summerville
(843) 900-3925
pagesokragrill.com
Runner-Up:
Halls Chophouse Nexton

Best Summerville Restaurant
Oscar’s of Summerville
207 W. 5th N. St. Summerville
(843) 871-3800
oscarsofsummerville.com
Runner-Up:
Laura

Best Sushi
Shiki
334 East Bay St. Downtown.
(843) 720-8568
shikicharleston.com
Runner-Up:
Locals Sushi & Sports Pub

Best Sweets Food Truck
Bebop Donut Shop
Instagram: @bebopdonutshop
Runner-Up:
LowCountry Cannoli & Coffee

Best Tacos
El Molino
1610 Sam Rittenberg Blvd.,
Suite 301. West Ashley
(843) 225-8244
5900 Rivers Ave. North Charleston
(843) 261-8260
molinosupermarket.com
Runner-Up:
Rebel Taqueria

Best Takeout
Smash City Burgers
47 Cooper St. Downtown
(843) 732-2510
smashcityburgers.com
Runner-Up:
Berkeley’s

Best Tapas
Malagon
33 Spring St. Downtown
(843) 926-0475
malagonchs.com
Runner-Up:
Pelato

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
Various Locations
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Bay Street Biergarten

Best Vietnamese
Bon Banh Mi
162 Spring St. Downtown
(843) 414-7320
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd.
Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-7080
1100 Oakland Market Road. Mount Pleasant
(843) 352-2082
bonbanhmi.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:
Marbled & Fin

Best Waterfront Dining
Bowen’s Island Restaurant
1870 Bowens Island Road.
James Island
(854)-222-4647
bowensisland.com
Runner-Up:
Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar

Best Weekend Brunch
Millers All Day
120 King St. Downtown
(843) 501-7342
1956 Maybank Highway, Suite A. James Island
(843) 410-1553
millersallday.com
Runner-Up:
Halls Chophouse

Best West Ashley Brunch
Early Bird Diner
1644 Savannah Highway.
West Ashley
(843) 277-2353
earlybirddiner.com
Runner-Up:
Three Little Birds

Best West Ashley Restaurant
Palmira BBQ
2366 Ashley River Road.
West Ashley
(843) 396-3473
palmirabbq.com
Runner-Up:
Home Team BBQ

Best Wings
Home Team BBQ
Various Locations
(843) 225-7427
hometeambbq.com
Runner-Up:
Low Country Royal

Drinking

The Holy City is blessed with an embarrassment of riches when it comes to watering holes. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor drinking spot, a great happy hour deal or the best brew, you’ll find many great spots in Charleston. Want to hang with Charleston’s best bartender? Head to Indaco or AC’s to see Tyler Moss. Want the best cocktail in town? Last Saint is your spot. Want to plan a girl’s night out? Plan a visit to Félix Cocktails et Cuisine. City Paper readers have voted, and the results are in for your favorite places to drink in our beautiful city.
—Becky Lacey

Best Activity Bar
Pickleball, Golf, Ax Throwing, etc.
Pinky & Clyde’s Arcade Bar
1044 E. Montague Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 471-2413
Runner-Up
Bearded, A Social Tavern

Best Arcade Bar
Pinky & Clyde’s Arcade Bar
1044 E. Montague Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 471-2413
Runner-Up
Garage 75

Best Authentic Pub
Madra Rua Irish Pub
1034 East Montague Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 554-2522
2066 North Main St. Summerville
(843) 821-9434
madraruapub.com
Runner-Up
Gene’s Haufbrau

Best Bar Staff
Holy City Brewing
1021 Aragon Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up
Moe’s Crosstown Tavern

Best Bartender
Tyler Moss,
Indaco/AC’s
Runner-Up
Shaun Waszena,
Bohemian Bull James Island

Best Beer Selection on Tap
Edmund’s Oast
1081 Morrison Drive. Downtown
(843) 727-1145
Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co. & Taproom
1505 King St., Suite 115. Downtown
(843) 718-3224
edmundsoast.com
Runner-Up
Holy City Brewing

Best Bloody Mary
The Darling
Oyster Bar
513 King St. Downtown.
(843) 641-0821
thedarling.com
Runner-Up
Pearlz

Best Bottled Beer
Gene’s Haufbrau
817 Savannah Highway.
West Ashley
(843) 225-4363
genescharleston.com
Runner-Up
A.C.’s Bar & Grill

Best Cheap Beer Deal
Recovery Room Tavern
685 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0999
recoveryroomtavern.com
Runner-Up
A.C.’s Bar and Grill

Best Cocktails
Last Saint
472 Meeting St. Downtown.
No listed phone number
lastsaintchs.com
Runner-Up
Félix Cocktails et Cuisine

Best Coffee Roaster
Second State Coffee
Various locations
secondstatecoffee.com
Runner-Up
Prophet Coffee Roaster

Best Coffee Shop
City Lights Eastside
12 Line St. Downtown.
citylightseastside0542.
s4shops.com
Runner-Up
Prophet Coffee

Best Cold Beer
Holy City Brewing
Runner-Up
Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co.

Best Daniel Island Bar
New Realm
Brewing Company
880 Island Park Drive. Daniel Island
(843) 471-1130
newrealmbrewing.com
Runner-Up
The Kingstide

Best Daniel Island Happy Hour
New Realm
Brewing Company
880 Island Park Drive. Daniel Island
(843) 471-1130
newrealmbrewing.com
Runner-Up
The Kingstide

Best Distillery
Firefly Distillery
4201 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 557-1405
fireflydistillery.com
Runner-Up
High Wire Distilling

Best Downtown Bar
The Royal American
970 Morrison Drive. Downtown
(843) 817-6925
theroyalamerican.com
Runner-Up
Burns Alley

Best Downtown Happy Hour
Recovery Room Tavern
685 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0999
recoveryroomtavern.com
Runner-Up
The Archer

Best Folly Beach Bar
Chico Feo
122 E. Ashley Ave. Folly Beach
(843) 906-2710
chicofeos.com
Runner-Up
Lowlife Bar

Best Folly Beach Happy Hour
Chico Feo
122 E. Ashley Ave. Folly Beach
(843) 906-2710
chicofeos.com
Runner-Up
Bounty Bar

Best Frozen Drinks
The Co-Op
Gourmet Sandwiches
Various locations
thecoopsi.com
Runner-Up
Home Team BBQ

Best Goose Creek Bar
Charleston
Sports Pub
Various locations
charlestonsportspub.com
Runner-Up
Sapphire’s

Best Happy Hour
Pearlz Oyster Bar
9 Magnolia Road. West Ashley
(843) 573-2277
153 E. Bay St. Downtown
(843) 577-5755
pearlzoysterbar.com
Runner-Up
The Shelter Kitchen and Bar

Best IOP Bar
The Windjammer
1008 Ocean Blvd. Isle of Palms
(866) 540-3548
the-windjammer.com
Runner-Up
The Co-Op Frose & Eatery

Best IOP Happy Hour
The Co-Op
Gourmet Sandwiches
Various locations
thecoopsi.com
Runner-Up
The Windjammer

Best James Island Bar
Charleston
Pour House
1977 Maybank Highway.
James Island
(843) 571-4343
charlestonpourhouse.com
Runner-Up
Bar George

Best James Island Happy Hour
Bohemian Bull
James Island
1531 Folly Road. James Island
(843) 225-1817
bohemianbull.com
Runner-Up
Locals Sushi & Sports Pub

Best Johns Island Bar
Low Tide Brewing
2863 Maybank Highway.
Johns Island
(843) 576-9194
lowtidebrewing.com
Runner-Up
Tattooed Moose

Best Johns Island Happy Hour
Low Tide Brewing
2863 Maybank Highway.
Johns Island
(843) 576-9194
lowtidebrewing.com
Runner-Up
Seanachai Whiskey and Cocktail Bar

Best Juice/Smoothie Bar
The Co-Op
Gourmet Sandwiches
Various locations
thecoopsi.com
Runner-Up
Huriyali

Best Late Night Bar
Recovery Room Tavern
685 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0999
recoveryroomtavern.com
Runner-Up
Burns Alley Tavern

Best LGBTQ Bar
Dudley’s on Ann
42 Ann St. Downtown
(843) 577-6779
dudleys42ann.com
Runner-Up
Bar Polari

Best Local Beer Can Design
Edmund’s Oast Brewing Company
1505 King St., Suite 115. Downtown
(843) 718-3224
edmundsoast.com
Runner-Up
Holy City Brewing

Best Local Brewery
Holy City Brewing
1021 Aragon Ave. North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up
Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co.

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
Sweatman’s Garden Tonic

Best Local Spirit
Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka
4201 Spruill Ave. North Charleston
(843) 557-1405
fireflydistillery.com
Runner-Up
Early Bird Cold Brew Coffee Vodka

Best Locally Brewed Beer
Something Cold, Edmund’s Oast Brewing Company
1505 King St. Suite 115. Downtown
(843) 718-3224
edmundsoast.com
Runner-Up
Aloha Beaches, Low Tide Brewing

Best Locally Brewed
Gose/Sour
Keeping It Teal, Snafu Brewing Company
3280 Industry Drive, Suite A. North Charleston
(843) 767-4121
snafubrewingcompany.com.
Runner-Up
Sparkly Princess, Holy City Brewing

Best Locally Brewed IPA
Bound by Time, Edmund’s Oast Brewing Company
1505 King St. Suite 115. Downtown
(843) 718-3224
edmundsoast.com
Runner-Up
Overly Friendly IPA,
Holy City Brewing

Best Locally Brewed Lager
Pilsner, Holy City Brewing
1021 Aragon Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up
Mexican Lager, LO-Fi Brewing

Best Locally Brewed
Porter/Stout
Pluff Mud Porter, Holy City Brewing
1021 Aragon Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up
Fam’s Brewing Co
Skinny Vanilla Latte

Best Margarita
Santi’s Restaurante Mexicano
302 Meeting Street Road. Downtown
(843) 722-2633
1471 Ben Sawyer Blvd.
Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-3146
1660 Savannah Highway.
West Ashley
(843) 823-2671
santisrestaurantemexicano.com
Runner-Up
Rebel Taqueria

Best Martini
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up
Félix Cocktails et Cuisine

Best Mount Pleasant Bar
Red’s Ice House
98 Church St. Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-0003
redsicehouse.com
Runner-Up
Saltwater Cowboys

Best Mount Pleasant
Happy Hour
Red’s Ice House
98 Church St. Mount Pleasant
(843) 388-0003
redsicehouse.com
Runner-Up
Water’s Edge

Best Neighborhood Bar
Moe’s Crosstown Tavern
714 Rutledge Ave. Downtown
(843) 641-0469
moescrosstowntavern.com
Runner-Up
Pinky & Clyde’s Arcade Bar

Best New Bar
Johnny’s Garage
1256 Yeamans Hall Road. Hanahan
johnnysfullservice.com
Runner-Up
Wyrd Sisters Taphouse and Brewery

Best No Frills Watering Hole
Recovery Room Tavern
685 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0999
recoveryroomtavern.com
Runner-Up
Moe’s Crosstown

Best Non-Alcoholic Beverage
High Rise Beverage Co.
5700 Dorchester Road. North Charleston
(843) 256-6507
highrisebev.com
Runner-Up
Levity Cannabis Spirit

Best North Charleston Bar
Holy City Brewing
1021 Aragon Ave.
North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up
Tattooed Moose

Best North Charleston
Happy Hour
Holy City Brewing
1021 Aragon Ave. North Charleston
(843) 459-2948
holycitybrewing.com
Runner-Up
Tattooed Moose

Best Place for a Girls Night
Félix Cocktails et Cuisine
550 King St. #100. Downtown
(843) 203-6297
felixchs.com
Runner-Up
All My Exes

Best Rooftop Bar
The Rooftop
at The Vendue
19 Vendue Range. Downtown
(843) 414-2337
rooftopcharleston.com
Runner-Up
Citrus Club

Best SoBar/Non-Alcoholic Bar
Sweatman’s Garden
90 Folly Road Blvd. James Island
sweatmansgarden.com
Runner-Up
Charleston Hemp Collective Dry Bar

Best Sommelier
Femi Oyediran, Graft Wine Shop & Bar
700 King St., Suite B. Downtown.
(843) 718-3559
grafts.com
Runner-Up
Latasha Williams-Tavelle, Fermented Vines

Best Sports Bar
Charleston Sports Pub
Various locations
charlestonsportspub.com
Runner-Up
The Brick

Best Sullivan’s Island Bar
The Co-Op
Gourmet Sandwiches
Various locations
thecoopsi.com
Runner-Up
Home Team BBQ

Best Sullivan’s Island
Happy Hour
The Co-Op
Gourmet Sandwiches
Various locations
thecoopsi.com
Runner-Up
Home Team BBQ

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
The Knot Burger Pub

Best Upscale Bar
Halls Chophouse
434 King St. Downtown
(843) 727-0090
300 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville
(843) 900-6000
hallschophouse.com
Runner-Up
Frannie & The Fox

Best Waterfront Bar
The Windjammer
1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
the-windjammer.com
Runner-Up
Red’s Ice House

Best West Ashley Bar
Gene’s Haufbrau
817 Savannah Highway.
West Ashley
(843) 225-4363
genescharleston.com
Runner-Up
Frothy Beard

Best West Ashley Happy Hour
Gene’s Haufbrau
817 Savannah Highway.
West Ashley
(843) 225-4363
genescharleston.com
Runner-Up
Frothy Beard

Best Wine Bar
Avondale Wine & Cheese
813 Savannah Highway, Suite B. West Ashley
(843) 769-5444
avondalechs.com
Runner-Up
Graft Wine Shop & Wine Bar

Best Wine Selection
(Bar/Restaurant or Retail)
Marbled & Fin
480 East Bay St. Downtown
(843) 278-5488
marbledandfin.com
Runner-Up
Circa 1886