More often than not, tipsters, readers, friends and family of Eater have one question: Where should I eat right now? What are the new restaurants? What's everyone talking about? While the Eater 18 is a crucial resource covering old standbys and neighborhood essentials across the city, it is not a chronicle of the 'it' places of the moment. The map says goodbye to Crust Wood Fired Pizza and welcomes Bohemian Bull Tavern And Beer Garden and Scratch Taco Boutique to the list. Here's the Eater Heat Map, which will change continually to always highlight where the crowds are flocking to at the moment.
Added 12/5/13: Bohemian Bull Tavern And Beer Garden and Scratch Taco Boutique Added 11/7/13: Bay Street Biergarten Added 10/3/13: Sweet Radish Bakery Added 9/5/13: Indaco, The Southern General, Coda Del Pesce Added 8/1/13: Básico Added 7/11/13: Salt at Station 22, Warehouse Added 6/6/13: Craftsmen Kitchen & Tap House Added 5/2/13: Windjammer Added 4/4/13: Republic Reign, Sloppy Cow
Where else can you watch bathing beauties while getting a fix of fresh chorizo tacos? Curious patrons are flocking to this taquería located beside the Mixson Bath & Racquet Club. Come for the tortas, but stay for the frozen cocojitos (think coconut mojito).
Bay Street Biergarten has been open less than a month, but Charleston is absolutely clamoring to try out the tap tables and Bavarian-inspired/Southern-made food. The enormous space on East Bay houses a large selection of craft beers, tables for big parties and a jovial atmosphere.
James Island gets their own beer garden with a wide selection of brews and innovative cocktails. The "pub grub" ranges from burgers to brats to fried mac' and cheese. The full-sized bocce court draws in crowds as well.
As the beach crowds disappear, Charlestonians are taking advantage of the newly opened parking spaces and flocking to Coda Del Pesce. Chef Ken Vedrinski is serving up seafood as fresh as the ocean breeze wafting through the restaurant. The crudos and gnudis are already a hit with reviewers and diners alike.
A new addition to the tourist district: Craftsmen is all about the beer (they opened with 48 taps and have more options in bottles). The food options are focus on filling fare, like Crunchy Dame, with pork belly, cherry jam and an egg.
The latest restaurant from the Indigo Road Group, Indaco is the hip new spot to visit for pizza, pasta and negronis. The pies feature perfectly crisp crusts and the toppings are inventive. Dishes are thoughtful derivations of classic Italian flavors. Chef Robert Berry has already won over many attendees with his handsome charm and commanding skill in the kitchen.
Scratch Taco Boutique's first published review was a little bumpy, but people are still lining up to see what sort of fare this eatery is serving up on Coleman Boulevard. The menu emphasizes fresh, house-made ingredients and innovative taco fillings, like fried chicken with bacon
pâté.
The only certified gluten-free bakery on the peninsula, Sweet Radish has had fans since day one. Baker Julia Ingram keeps the shop stocked with rice puddings, vegan cupcakes and tortes—all without wheat, rye or barley.
Mike Lata's James Beard-nominated seafood palace is drawing serious crowds, and anyone who's tasted the uni or Maine lobster ceviche knows why. The triple seafood tower is something of a marvel.
The Rarebit is a throwback bar, both in its decor and drink prices. The cocktails are bright with housemade sodas, and breakfast is served all day. Go for the drinks.
With two winning reviews from local publications under their belt, craft sandwich shop The Southern General is pulling in crowds bored of the same old meat and cheese menus. Creative takes on classics like the pulled pork Super Butt with sweet potato cream cheese on grilled brioche are waking up the lunch crowds on Johns Island.
Warehouse is pouring beer, wine, coffee and some of the city's more affordable specialty cocktails alongside kicked-up bar food. The confit wings and homemade pork rinds have people talking.
Where else can you watch bathing beauties while getting a fix of fresh chorizo tacos? Curious patrons are flocking to this taquería located beside the Mixson Bath & Racquet Club. Come for the tortas, but stay for the frozen cocojitos (think coconut mojito).
Bay Street Biergarten has been open less than a month, but Charleston is absolutely clamoring to try out the tap tables and Bavarian-inspired/Southern-made food. The enormous space on East Bay houses a large selection of craft beers, tables for big parties and a jovial atmosphere.
James Island gets their own beer garden with a wide selection of brews and innovative cocktails. The "pub grub" ranges from burgers to brats to fried mac' and cheese. The full-sized bocce court draws in crowds as well.
As the beach crowds disappear, Charlestonians are taking advantage of the newly opened parking spaces and flocking to Coda Del Pesce. Chef Ken Vedrinski is serving up seafood as fresh as the ocean breeze wafting through the restaurant. The crudos and gnudis are already a hit with reviewers and diners alike.
A new addition to the tourist district: Craftsmen is all about the beer (they opened with 48 taps and have more options in bottles). The food options are focus on filling fare, like Crunchy Dame, with pork belly, cherry jam and an egg.
The latest restaurant from the Indigo Road Group, Indaco is the hip new spot to visit for pizza, pasta and negronis. The pies feature perfectly crisp crusts and the toppings are inventive. Dishes are thoughtful derivations of classic Italian flavors. Chef Robert Berry has already won over many attendees with his handsome charm and commanding skill in the kitchen.
Scratch Taco Boutique's first published review was a little bumpy, but people are still lining up to see what sort of fare this eatery is serving up on Coleman Boulevard. The menu emphasizes fresh, house-made ingredients and innovative taco fillings, like fried chicken with bacon
pâté.
The only certified gluten-free bakery on the peninsula, Sweet Radish has had fans since day one. Baker Julia Ingram keeps the shop stocked with rice puddings, vegan cupcakes and tortes—all without wheat, rye or barley.
Mike Lata's James Beard-nominated seafood palace is drawing serious crowds, and anyone who's tasted the uni or Maine lobster ceviche knows why. The triple seafood tower is something of a marvel.
The Rarebit is a throwback bar, both in its decor and drink prices. The cocktails are bright with housemade sodas, and breakfast is served all day. Go for the drinks.
With two winning reviews from local publications under their belt, craft sandwich shop The Southern General is pulling in crowds bored of the same old meat and cheese menus. Creative takes on classics like the pulled pork Super Butt with sweet potato cream cheese on grilled brioche are waking up the lunch crowds on Johns Island.
Warehouse is pouring beer, wine, coffee and some of the city's more affordable specialty cocktails alongside kicked-up bar food. The confit wings and homemade pork rinds have people talking.
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