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5 Charleston Oyster Happy Hours That Are A Shuckin’ Good Time

What’s better than happy hour? Happy hour with oysters.

Here are a few of our favorite oyster happy hours around Charleston:

Chubby Fish


Tucked away in Charleston’s Historic Elliotborough neighborhood, Chubby Fish proudly serves local sustainable seafood and produce. For happy hour, Tuesday through Saturday locally-sourced, shucked-to-order oysters are only $1. Even better, you can pair them with $2 Tecates or $6 glasses of Oysterman wine from French importer Frederick Corriher.

The Darling Oyster Bar


Located on King Street, pedestrians can see the stunning interior of the Darling Oyster Bar from the huge windows looking into the restaurant. During the week, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., select oysters are only $1. Sit at the raw bar for a great view of King Street while enjoying a $2 Miller High Life Pony alongside your dollar oysters.

Rappahannock Oyster Bar


Tucked away in the newly renovated 19th-century cigar factory, Rappahannock Oyster Bar offers half-off oysters from its Virginia farms and $1 dollar select oysters Monday through Friday, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Discounted bar snacks, as well as beer and wine selections, go along great with the bivalves.

The Ordinary


Known for its top class seafood, at top class prices, Charleston residents and visitors can experience the well-known seafood mecca with half-price oysters from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday.

Amen Street Fish and Raw Bar


It’s hard to find a better-priced dozen of half-shells than Amen Street with dozens during happy hour (4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays) only costing $9.95. Pair that with house liquor drinks for $3 or High Life Bottles for $2 and there’s no better deal on the peninsula.

Next time you and your co-workers want to have an after work adult beverage head to one of these Charleston oyster happy hours and pair your favorite seafood with a delicious beverage.

Happy shuckin’

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Get Your Avocado Toast Fix At These Local Favorites

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Avocado toast has fast become one of the most popular items on almost every breakfast and brunch menu in the Charleston area. This delicious array of smashed, or sometimes sliced, avocado on crispy toast with a dash of olive oil and sea salt just might be the best thing since sliced bread. If you love it, or just want to try it, here is a list of the best places to get it in Charleston:

The Park Cafe: 730 Rutledge Ave.

Park Café’s avocado toast is served with lemon, olive oil and chili flakes on top. The presentation alone is a reason to try it out, and you’ll probably be craving it again for days.

The Blind Tiger: 36-38 Broad St.

Don’t worry about not feeling full after eating here. The Blind Tiger serves its avocado toast on grilled whole grain wheat with lemon-zested crushed avocados, arugula, tomato, sunflower seeds and house-pickled shrimp.

Caviar and Bananas: 51 George St.

Caviar and Bananas only offers its avocado toast on the weekends, but it’s worth the wait – and the $6. It’s served on grilled sourdough bread with cotija cheese, pickled red onion, radish, fresh herbs, and you can add either egg or citrus grilled shrimp.  

Cannon Green: 103 Spring St.

Cannon Green – known for its atmosphere and aesthetic – uses some of the freshest ingredients for its avocado toast.

The Daily: 652 King St.

The Daily is part coffee shop, part bakery, part café and part grocery store with premade foods, boutique ingredients, and cookbooks. It’s trendy, local and a must visit. Order the avocado toast plain or topped with tomato or a fried egg.  

Collective Coffee: 766 S Shelmore Blvd.

A bustling coffee shop in Mount Pleasant, Collective Coffee is a great place to order your morning latte or drip coffee and a plate of creamy and crispy avocado toast.

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The 8 Most Essential Lunch Spots In Charleston

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Lunch can be an underappreciated meal of the day. But dining in the Holy City for lunch can turn your sour Monday upside down. Whether it’s a quick bite to eat during a work break, in between classes, or a midday feast with family and friends, Charleston is buzzing with out of this world lunch spots. Here are some of the best lunch eats according to the Taste App.

Five Loaves Cafe: Stop by from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and choose from a selection of sandwiches and soups at Five Loaves Cafe. The downtown Charleston location is nestled between Cannon and Coming Street and recently added a smoothie bar next door!

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Verde: Looking for fresh ingredients blended into a perfect on the go salad or wrap? Verde is the perfect place to run in during a lunch break. Choose from a large selection of fresh veggies, fruits, and lettuce to create a personalized healthy lunch.

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Butcher & Bee: Venture outside your tastebud comfort zone with this menu. With an assortment of the best local, fresh foods this lunch will leave you feeling very satisfied and ready to conquer the rest of your day. Be sure to try their original Pumpkin’wich or their freshly made hummus.

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Leon’s Fine Poultry and Oysters: Renovated from an old garage, the modern and rustic environment of Leon’s is hard to beat. Known for their mouthwatering oysters, and frozen rose, there’s lots to choose from. Also try their crispy fried chicken, one of the best in the Holy City.

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Jack of Cups Saloon: If you’re looking for a warm soup on a crisp day, Jack of Cups is worth the drive out to Folly. The menu varies according to the season. Currently, the fall 2017 menu consists of pumpkin curry soup, Thai peanut-ginger soup, and many sandwiches and salads.

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Brown Dog Deli: With two locations in downtown Charleston on Broad Street and their new location on the corner of Calhoun Street, these small deli’s are a very popular spot for locals. Both locations share very different menus but some of their signature items include their Nacho Taco Salad, Wes’ French Onion Grilled Cheese, and the Big “Mac”

Boxcar Betty’s: Get award-winning chicken sandwiches at Boxcar Betty’s. Featured on the food network, their chicken lives up to its titles. Mix in a southern twist with pimento cheese smothered in your choice of sauces with a side of sweet potato fries.

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Workshop: This accumulation of award-winning restaurants is often referred to as a fancy cafeteria. Workshop’s unique style sets it apart from any other restaurant in Charleston. With large indoor and outdoor seating, customers have the option to choose between 7 restaurants.

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Don’t Want To Fight The Crowds? 7 Best Alternatives To Dining In Downtown Charleston

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We all know the Holy City is known for it’s fantastic foodie scene (among many other things). If you’re a local, sometimes it feels hard to find a great spot to eat without the hassle of dealing with the traffic, parking, and crowd downtown.

Good news is, you don’t have to go downtown to find an amazing place to grab brunch, a quick bite or a few cocktails. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite restaurants in your neighborhood known for its laid-back atmosphere and unforgettable food that will make you feel like you are in the middle of all the action without, well, being IN all the action.

(These are not in order by any means.)

North Charleston: Community Pizza House

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Some may say that Park Circle is the best spot in North Charleston for a good bite to eat. Buttttt we beg to differ. Head past Park Circle and make your way towards the Tanger Outlets to Community Pizza House. This massive building with a spacious dining room, outside seating and an upstairs deck offers custom wood fired pizzas, crisp salads, signature sandwiches and plenty of “community” plates for the whole table to share. Be sure to grab one of their hand crafted sodas with your meal…you won’t regret it.

West Ashley: Oak Barrel Tavern

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Blink and you might miss this hidden little gem next to Roost Bar & Grill in Avondale! It’s a cramped, dim-lit room that feels a lot like a neighborhood tavern. There isn’t plenty of seating, however there is a small bar that offers seating as well. The best part is the sushi..which is only available on select nights when Sushi Ninja LLC is there! Be sure to check out their Facebook for a schedule.

James Island: Zia Taqueria

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In the mood for authentic Mexican? You can find it at Zia Taqueria. Start off with a tart margarita that’s served in a pint glass, then fill your belly with their crave able, homemade salsa and tacos. We recommend the fish tacos (oh…em…gee…our mouth is watering just thinking about them.) Best part? This little spot offers $2.50 tacos on Mondays…heck yeah!

Johns Island: Fat Hen

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Fat Hen is actually considered one of the best places in all of Charleston for brunch! This adorable cottage has scrumptious dinners as well, focusing on Fresh-country flare with an ever changing menu. Enjoy a $10 mimosa carafe with your brunch..but be sure to make a reservation beforehand. You can thank us later!

Mount Pleasant: Pickled Palate

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This is your go-to spot for enjoying wine and cheese in a chill atmosphere. Pickled Palate has just that. With a vintage garden to sit in, fresh brewed teas, a great wine selection, fresh panini’s, salads and sandwiches, this little gem has something for just about everyone. You’ll feel like you’re eating in an enchanted forest!

Sullivan’s Island: Mex 1 Coastal Cantina

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It’s hard to imagine not making a pit-stop at Poe’s when on Sullivan’s Island, but we’re here to tell you that there are some other amazing restaurants just across the street that are just as hoppin! Mex 1 Coastal Cantina is the perfect spot to go to after a long day at the beach. They infuse their own tequila, give you free chips and dip to start with, and play some gnarly surfing videos on every single TV, all day long.

Folly Beach: St. James Gate Irish Pub

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With the windows open and the sea air pouring in, meals are just a whole lot better at this authentic Irish pub on Folly Beach. The chef, a former marine, has been perfecting his craft for years, and it shows in his food. Start off with a charcuterie board with homemade Irish soda bread, then enjoy a FRESH lobster roll.  Yes, a fresh Maine lobster roll in South Carolina. The restaurant gets their lobster fresh twice a week. Ohhhh yeah.

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