Bars

Charleston, South Carolina

Blind Tiger Pub is Charleston's most atmospheric old-town bar — a Broad Street establishment in a beautifully preserved historic building with a courtyard beer garden that captures the essence of old Charleston's bar culture. Named for the illegal speakeasies of Prohibition (Charleston's name for them), the Blind Tiger connects contemporary drinkers to the city's long tradition of finding creative ways to enjoy their beverages despite legal restrictions.

36 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401

Charleston, South Carolina

Edmund's Oast is one of America's most celebrated craft beer bars and brewpubs — a Charleston institution with 40 tap handles of extraordinary craft beers, a daily-changing draft list curated with the knowledge of a sommelier, and a food program considered one of the best in the South. Its James Beard nominations, national beer press accolades, and role in establishing Charleston as a craft beer destination make it one of the most significant bar establishments in the American South.

1081 Morrison Dr, Charleston, SC 29403

Charleston, South Carolina

Holy City Brewing is Charleston's largest craft brewery taproom — a North Charleston facility with an expansive tap list and taproom that serves as a community gathering point for Charleston's craft beer community. The brewery's name references Charleston's historical nickname and its product lineup reflects the personality of one of America's most distinctive cities.

4155 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC 29405

Charleston, South Carolina

New Realm Brewing's Charleston location is a popular brewpub destination for Charleston's craft beer enthusiasts — serving well-crafted beers alongside an elevated pub food menu in a welcoming taproom environment. Charleston's extraordinary craft beverage scene, supporting dozens of independent breweries, distilleries, and cocktail bars, finds a consistent participant in New Realm's quality-first approach to brewing and hospitality.

Charleston, SC 29403

Charleston, South Carolina

Pour House is Charleston's favorite neighborhood live music bar — a 400-capacity James Island venue with an outdoor stage, craft beer selection, and nightly live music spanning country, blues, rock, and local Charleston originals. Beloved by locals who appreciate its laid-back alternative to the tourist-facing Upper King Street scene, the Pour House captures the authentic community bar culture that defines Charleston beyond the historic district and makes it a genuinely beloved part of the city's social fabric.

1977 Maybank Hwy 29412

Charleston, South Carolina

Proof on King is Charleston's most respected whiskey and spirits bar — a King Street establishment with over 200 whiskies and a cocktail program focused on showcasing American spirits against a backdrop of Lowcountry flavors. South Carolina's emerging bourbon and craft spirits scene, combined with Charleston's extraordinarily sophisticated dining and drinking culture, creates an ideal market for Proof's spirits-focused bar programming.

437 King St, Charleston, SC 29403

Charleston, South Carolina

The Cocktail Club is Charleston's most acclaimed craft cocktail bar — an Upper King Street institution consistently ranked among the South's best bars for its house-crafted syrups, fresh ingredients, and cocktails that reflect the flavors of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Its sophisticated program and commitment to showcasing local ingredients have made it a key part of Charleston's reputation as one of America's finest culinary and drinking destinations.

479 King St, Charleston, SC 29403

Charleston, South Carolina

Grill 225's bar program is one of Charleston's most prestigious restaurant bar experiences — a top-tier steakhouse bar in the heart of Charleston serving an exceptional whiskey and cocktail list to diners and bar guests in one of Charleston's most elegant dining environments. Its connection to the Market Pavilion Hotel and its views of Charleston's waterfront make it one of the most scenic and sophisticated bar experiences in the South.

225 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401

Greenville, South Carolina

Ink N Ivy is Greenville's most celebrated craft cocktail bar and gastropub — a Main Street venue that has become central to Greenville's extraordinary food and beverage revival with an exceptional cocktail program and menu of elevated bar food. Greenville's remarkable downtown renaissance, frequently cited as one of the most successful small-city urban transformations in America, is substantially represented by Ink N Ivy's standard of quality.

109 N Main St, Greenville, SC 29601

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

Westbrook Brewing is South Carolina's most acclaimed craft brewery — known nationally for their Mexican Cake imperial stout (the original craft beer one-day release phenomenon) and their taproom experience in Mount Pleasant. Westbrook's extraordinary reputation for barrel-aged imperial stouts has made their annual releases cultural events that draw craft beer collectors from across America to South Carolina.

510 Ridge Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464