The best Coffee & Tea in Charleston | Sluurpy updated in April

"We stayed at Captain John's Motel off Boat Basin Way and there were no restaurants open for breakfast. We spotted this little coffee shop that was..."

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Jackson Avenue Coffee

"Chilly Chai for a Chilly Day. Loved the chilly chai's at this place. Found it recently and sooo much better than Starbucks. The mixture of mint and..."

TheDoctor

"Excellent!!. I've had the smooties, frozen coffees, chai tea, hot teas, and the brocoli cheese soup from JAC. None of it has let me down!!! Great,..."

Linzzmb09

"Good coffee drinks. Friendly staff. Cozy atmosphere. Has entertainment on certain days. Barista could not loudly bang the coffee out of the machine..."

Dan Ostick

"Great drinks and sandwich. Staff was awesome. Thanks for hosting live..."

Pete Henry

"Excellent coffee and food. Great staff, and a lovely place to play some songs. Thanks for hosting live..."

Pete Henry

"Classic community coffee shop. Rustic setting with free parking and reasonably priced drink options. The walls are lined with local artist work that..."

Terence Sullivan

"Overpriced and and the drink was just okay. The girl working was very friendly. You will get charged extra if you use a card instead of..."

Vanessa M

"Barista who opens on Thursdays needs a raise!! she is the most friendly, on point and absolutely a delight. today was my first time in there and I..."

Lindsey Beard

"Worth every penny! Best local chill spot for coffee lovers. Chill and open mic is family friendly on Thursdays...which is..."

Jme See

"Great coffee, awesome place to chill and clear your..."

Gretchen W.

Bakehouse Charleston

Wheelchair Accessible

Free Wifi

Breakfast

Cheap Eats

"Ok...I think my family and I have found our favorite Charleston coffeehouse! I ordered a chai, my husband a black tea and my kids ordered a few of..."

Carolyn Meyers Strickroot

"Fresh fresh fresh! The breakfast pastries were wonderful and the best coffee. Loved the atmosphere too! Very..."

Pam Walker

"We love Bakehouse. Jennifer and the staff are fantastic. Best coffee in Charleston and my husband thinks their biscuits are the best in..."

Courtney Tollison Hartness

"I had a salted caramel coffee and a marshmallow chocolate crusted desserts. It was all very good and tasty! Everytime we come to Charleston we..."

Jonathan Sickler

"Special shout out to Jen for energizing us through our long eclipse weekend here at Amen Street! She knock out 12 drinks in record time with a line..."

Julia Packham

"Delicious drink and the best tasting crumb cake!!! They have a repeat customer right..."

Annette Doorty

"It was a great experience. The baristas were kind, thoughtful, and gave what I thought was some of the best customer service I've had in Charleston..."

John Jarvis

"Delicious coffee in a very tourist convenient location! Walking distance to 4 Corners of Law, Waterfront Park and the Battery. Next time I am going..."

BKV

"Great place! Great service. I got a great mocha latte, and my husband got a cold brew. There was a line, but the barista and cashier worked together..."

Theresa Hemingway

"Service was great! The people working at the counter were friendly and helpful. When we went, it seemed better for takeout because all of the seats..."

Becky Clark

"Located in a prime location in downtown Charleston. Ok location for quick drink and sandwich. At 10am on a Tuesday they still had plenty available...."

Sam P

"We were looking for something quaint by the joe Riley park. This place sounded nice, so we stopped in. AMAZING service and sweets and coffee...."

William Buckley

"Great little spot for a quick bite and a drink. They have a nice variety of coffee beverages, frozen drinks, and beer/wine. Food options include..."

Kate Wetherille

"We had an out of the box request and the server behind the counter tonight (11/11) was absolutely DELIGHTFUL and so helpful!! I wish I had caught her..."

Lora Lyon

"I genuinely don't think I've ever had a bad experience here, and I go all the time since I work nearby. I've tried iced teas, lemonades, hot & iced..."

Kaycee

"Great atmosphere, good coffee, great choice. Place seems to be understaffed, so make sure to give them enough time to make you a cup of joe. Their..."

tim tito

"Brownie was AMAZING! They had frozen lemonade which was refreshing during the 97 degree weather! Cashier was..."

Lexx 2Real

"Ok, I am a huge cookie guy. I rarely meet a cookie that I do not love. However these are some of the vest cookies I have ever eaten. They are crispy..."

Neil Travers

"We only got frozen lemonade but they were both real good. They also had several treats that looked very..."

Chad Gregg

"Needed some coffee on a brisk morning, within walking distance from the Battery. The guy behind the counter was handling the rush like a champ &..."

Morgan Dunnington

"Had an Irish cream frappe and a ginger molasses cookie. The cookie was incredible. Moist (lisps) and delicious. The scone was good too. Another room..."

Amanda Smith

Beech

Wheelchair Accessible

"I often do the BYOB or “The OG” and add a lot of toppings. Very very delicious and they’ve never done me wrong with the amount of ingredients..."

Khristine Mercader

"We really loved the coco cashew bowl from here!! The granola was crunchy and slightly salty. And the berries were fresh and the cashew butter went..."

Rachel S

"The food was great, but what really impressed me was how friendly the service was. It's a touch pricey - including tip, our bill came out to around..."

Kelly Sheptack

"Amazing experience. Workers are amazing at what they do, And very kind. Fruit is fresh and crisp cold. Smoothie Bowls are absolutely amazing. Went..."

Yauzzie

"Best restaurant in Charleston by far. The staff are so kind and welcoming and the food is by far the best! The pressed juices are extremely fresh and..."

Frida Escobar

"This was my first time in a Poke and Açaí bowl shop. I really regret not getting one. I got a shake which was delicious. Everyone else got an..."

Christopher Haugen

"Small juice bar with sandwiches. The juice combinations are good and the products are fresh and cold which was great on a hot day. It was fairly..."

Millie Kwan

"BEST Poke bowl I've actually ever had. A little pricey but worth it. Tofu is 10/10. Wasabi aioli is fantastic. Highly recommend. Came here twice..."

Palak Bajaj

"5 stars for the food & 5 stars for the staff! Toffee (sp?), John, & the owner are so always so pleasant and efficient. I come very often during my..."

Chelsy Brieanna

"Went here today for lunch. Loved it. Delicious Poke bowl and Açaí bowl. I usually have to go to 2 separate places for that. You can get both of..."

Jake Dinkel

"Tasty meal at a reasonable price. Enjoyed the vegan options. Food came quick! Only complaint is the bean topping on the kid's bowls was a bit too..."

Ross Mitchell

"Visiting from San Diego and came across this fresh and delicious spot. The food is fresh and tasty and the staff is friendly. Service is quick! Would..."

Erin York

"My sister showed me this place and I love it. I like to get the Sweet Fire poke because I can’t bet enough of that sweet with spicy kick. It’s..."

C G

"Friendly staff and fresh poke bowls! Good variety and delicious. Highly recommend if you’re a poke..."

Matt Lucas

"Everything was very fresh and tasty! The staff was sweet as well. I wish there was more seating but that's very common down town and not a negative...."

L R

"The berry smoothie is decidedly worth going out of your way for! The acai bowls looked delicious too. For lunch was had tuna poke bowls, and while..."

Erik Ritz

The Rise Coffee Bar

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"Friendly staff, great Sound Guy! Excellent Chai tea. Great place for lighter music..."

Melissa Lycan

"The BEST coffee I have ever had! My sister and I came down to Charleston for a girls weekend. We stayed at the Restoration so we were so excited to..."

Brianna Tucker

"What a great coffee bar with some of the best coffee we had in Charleston! Loved it so much we stopped on our way back home and purchased some..."

Jeanne Sutton

"This coffee shop has a pretty environment and fairly clean. Staff are friendly. The lattes are very good. The espresso is on the acidic side. The..."

Jaye Aster Broder

"If you’re looking for a quick pick-me-up, then look no further then THE RISE. Nestled next to the restoration hotel, and located just slighyy to my..."

Brooks Perry

"Charleston is not exactly a coffee town but Rise is definitely a coffee spot! Great patio to sit on. Great service. And, most importantly, really..."

Ziad Reslan

"Stopped by with family for pastries, coffee, and tea. I had the Charleston blend tea and it was yummy. It tasted like it had bergamot and vanilla..."

N Simmons

"Had a great time getting coffee at this cute, stylish, and small coffee shop! The Vanilla Almond Latte was a favorite of the group! The staff is very..."

Ally Bright

"I love to frequent coffee shops and try new cafes; and I am especially drawn to ones with beautiful outdoor seating. I had been wanting to check out..."

Maria Terese

"Small coffee shop with a lot of character. I got a rosemary latte which was tasty and..."

DaMarcus Zeroth

"Wonderful Latte and there are a number of shops in the building to explore while you drink your coffee. I understand they will deliver coffee as..."

Rebecca Peltz

"One of my favorite spots when I’m in town!! Taylor is my absolute favorite. She’s always so kind and patient as I don’t frequent Charleston, so..."

Hailey Prosser

"Super cute coffee shop with a great outside seating area. Coffee is fast and tasty and the WiFi is fast. Feels just a block off the main drag yet..."

Anshuman Bhatia

"After much searching for the best coffee shops in Charleston, we ended up trying out The Rise. We got a Lavender Honey iced latte and a vanilla..."

Chadwick Estey

"Sweetest staff ever!! This has been the best coffee ive ever tried in the area and they know what they are doing. 100% recommend! Really cute inside..."

mady campbell

"Let me tell you a quick (sorta) tale about how this tiny coffee shop has in rapid fashion became my go to spot for the entirety of the Charleston and..."

Matt

"Always a pleasure to support local, independent coffee shops, and this one doesn't disappoint. I enjoyed my cappuccino and will return another day..."

Lindsey Bowman

"Had a cortado and the rosemary rise latte and both were incredible. Small interior space but it's clean and the decor is pleasant. If you're not..."

John Breeden

City Lights Coffee

86/100 (1353 ratings)

"Oh my God! This is the first time that I've ever had a milkshake coffee and I guarantee it will be the best thing you have ever had in your life! It..."

Eshtar Oraha

"The coffee here is pretty good and its close to the market which is nice if you're heading that way in the morning. The atmosphere is very nice and..."

Conor Croft

"We sere walking around downtown and saw this little coffee shop and decided to check it out. It’s small, quaint, yet perfect for what we were..."

Kyle Stinnett

"Fun and funky little coffee shop steps from The Charleston Place Hotel. Enjoy the relaxed feeling in this small hangout. Excellent coffee and a..."

Joel Aiken

"Cozy little coffee shop. However, if theres a way they can expand they should! Only one bathroom and not enough seating, but... coffee is really..."

L F

"One of the best vanilla chai lattes I’ve had! And the turkey and cheese croissant was delicious. The barista was very friendly and quick! I will..."

Kaleigh Shipman

"Great coffee shop right off Meeting St, a block away from the Charleston Market. Real coffee served hot and a appeared to be a favorite of locals and..."

Julia Hall

"• quaint and physically small establishment • great casual and mature atmosphere • quality espresso, average $5 a cup • cozy bathroom, if..."

shredder_1369

"Best coffee in the city. It is a small place but pretty cute. Th coffee was amazing, like italian or Spanish coffee. One of my favorites..."

Tamara Vaquero

"Great local coffee shop. I had an iced cinnamon dolce latte that was really good. Grab some coffee here, you wont regret..."

Greg Isaacs

"Great spot for cup of coffee to go. Seating is limited, but owner was friendly and coffee was..."

Bruce van Zyl

"Really cozy place, tried the double shot breve and I really enjoyed the creaminess of..."

Sara Izad

"The greatest coffee shoo in Charleston! It is the greatest aromatic experience I EVER..."

Christian Cassarly

"I stopped in on a whim, the coffee smelled amazing from the sidewalk. The atmosphere is wonderful, and I imagine it to be even better when they can..."

Denie LeBay

"Visiting from South Florida. Great spot!!! Very friendly staff!!! The coffee was wonderful. Will definitely come again next time I am in..."

Camilo Velandia

"The shop looks like a shoebox upon arrival but sitting down, the atmosphere is surprisingly breezy and fun. The coffee is good. I appreciated the..."

Lynn Abdouni

"The mocha frappe was strongly coffee flavored, and the consistency was just right. The shop is super cute, but very, very small. Definitely more of..."

Alexis Byrd

"Friendly feel and fun, cozy environment. Cappuccino was good, although the barista work needs a bit of..."

JONATHAN POTTER

"Easy ordering, short wait. Decent coffee. The toffee latte was a bit bitter. My white chocolate mocha came as a mocha. Not bad just not what I..."

Steve Kargman

Kudu Coffee & Craft Beer

86/100 (2554 ratings)

"Best cafe downtown if you are looking for: good coffee, ambient courtyard, a friendly staff, craft beer, art, a place to study or a place to relax..."

Cameron McKelvey

"Best place for breakfast in Charleston. Just as good during the rest of the day for a coffee or..."

Ellen van Hattem

"It could have been one of the best Almond Croissants I have ever had! I also loved the coffee and the atmosphere. So happy that Charleston has this..."

Kimberley Adams Rooney

"I love the idea that I can get great coffee and craft beer all in one place. I've found my coffee shop in..."

Lisa Jane Wedell

"Love this place! The first place we stop on date night. Great beer, wine and coffee..."

William Brown

"A wonderful place to enjoy reading in the outdoor courtyard while enjoying a fabulous cup of coffee! I love Kudu and wish we had a coffee/craft beer..."

Jayne Williams

"Best coffee in downtown Charleston! Great place to meet with friends, or have a meeting. Wonderful outdoor space, as..."

Anna Lonon

"If in Charleston you need to go here. Great beer and coffee. Family friendly with awesome service, and the owner is not shy about having a..."

Marc Paden

"Don't let the craft beer detour you from coming for coffee and breakfast pastries. Everything was awesome. The coffee was awesome . Nice friendly..."

Phil Baker

"Great coffee and drinks. Nice selection of caffinates items as well as other drinks. There is seating inside but they have a really nice outdoor..."

Victor Lao

"I love this coffee shop! Their lattes are really good (a bit pricey, but so are most coffee shops nowadays). Their quiche is delicious and only..."

Breland Green

"Solid coffee shop with a lovely outdoor courtyard. Their coffee is delicious and they also have a pretty large baked goods selection ("pop-tarts",..."

Sara O

"Very nice local coffee shop...I always enjoy my time spent there with coffee and food. Everything is reasonable price-wise and the atmosphere is..."

Thomas Taylor

"Went to this awesome coffee shop three times during our most recent Charleston visit! Open late hours for a coffee shop (7 pm) and has the cutest..."

Kendra Huneycutt

"I always enjoy coming to Kudu. Their bagels are delicious, however, I am very partial to their bacon and cheddar biscuits! They are the right amount..."

Jack Magic

"Stopped by in the mornings for breakfast. They have some good coffee. If it’s not sweet enough, the vanilla syrup is on the table with everything..."

Jeffrey Klepper

"A gem in downtown. We stopped for mimosas and coffee. A friend of mine brought me here since this is her favorite spot. I loooove the patio! The..."

Adela Zyla

"Beer or coffee? You can have both!! Nice free house vibe right off King Street. Beautiful patio and comfortable indoor tables and small bar. Loved..."

Tim B

"Such a cute little place that has good coffee for not a bad price! My new favorite place to study and hangout outside (they have an outdoor area,..."

Mackenzie Sturkie

Cafe Framboise

84/100 (1097 ratings)

"My husband and I came to Charleston for our anniversary and we were looking for a good spot for breakfast/bakery. We came across this place. Now, we..."

Emily Addison Spencer

"Great place for breakfast. Had crepes that were phenomenal and gluten free. Very good wait staff. Excellent location next door to a parking garage..."

Skip Watson

"Had lunch here today for the first time - so good! The service was fast and the girls behind the counter were very friendly and helpful. I love the..."

Jennifer Owen Allen

"My husband and I had brunch here twice on our Anniversary weekend during Memorial weekend. We couldn’t have picked a better place! The food is..."

Monica Zarrella Setzer

"The best breakfast in Charleston! We loved their French Toast and Paninis, we are coming back here as much as possible. Great service too, Mlle..."

Hiram Maxem

"Amazing food, service, location! A must try while in Charleston!!! Fantastic experience all around! I will definitely..."

Priscilla Lourdes

"So many delicious choices it is hard to pick a favorite. Great service and the perfect patio to sit and enjoy your beverage and..."

Robin Heidenreich

"Lunch yesterday with a taste of French crepes, and breakfast this morning with, croissants, pains au chocolate et croissant aux amandes, Merci !..."

Arnaud Couturier

"Great food! I had salmon crepe while my husband had chicken panini. We brought home a couple of chocolate croissants for our daughters, and they..."

LeNa Chambre

"I love this Cafe and the staff and Owners. They make you feel so warm and welcome. Best lunch spot for..."

Janine Nunziato Sundin

"Fantastic brunch I had with my family. We all sat outside and soaked up the local ambience. Church bells in the distance horse carriages that pass..."

Casey Dengmanivanh

"Loved it, about 2 blocks from the market, the crepes are delicious, Great coffee and a good hot tea selection. We will definitely be..."

Kelly Watson

"Super friendly staff and great food. My panini and fresh berry crepe where both..."

Anna Eubanks

"Loved the atmosphere and the quiche Lorraine was very good. The variety of pastries is..."

Alane Tropper Zlotnicki

"This was our first visit to the cafe, we definitely will be back when we return to Charleston. The crepes and almond croissant were fantastic. It's a..."

Larry Strickland

"Dog friendly patio plus French patisserie is a great combination. I had a lovely ham and Swiss croissant that was light, flaky, moist, and savory. My..."

Sam Chupp

"Yes, just read all the positive reviews and they are correct. My wife and I are here now enjoying an absolutely delightful late breakfast. I had..."

Joel Aiken

"Busy little place when we got there. The young red headed girl behind the counter was running the place essentially by herself and did an amazing job..."

Kevin Buell

"Nice little cafe on the corner. Walk up counter ordering style with several tables inside and outside. The chicken Florentine crepe was tasty but a..."

John Breeden

"Great service and staff took time to answer menu questions. Outstanding food quality. Location in the heart of Charleston but so tucked away it is..."

Tiffany Blackwell

"Heavenly breakfast!! The French toast was amazing! The spinach and goat cheese quiche with a croissant crust…on point! Definitely recommend! Not a..."

Angela Lynn

"Great morning stop with the dogs. The almond croissant was large. The strawberry banana crepe with Nutella was very good. The crepe is thin but a..."

Candace Jeffrey

"We came in close to closing time. Still service was good and quick. Nice selection of pastries. I had the chicken pesto panini and it was..."

Tina M

"The croissants here are what you’d expect in France. Light, slightly buttery and flaky. So hard to find in the US. The coffee is good as well. ..."

Rick Fitzgibbon

"Authentic French cuisine, with impeccable service, this cafe has it all. I recommend the Vol Au Vent and the Almond Croissant. Highly recommend the..."

Elaina Jane Negrete

"If you don't go here, well, sorry to say, stupid is as stupid does. The Madden is a scrumptious blend of flavors. Who doesn't like cheese, egg and..."

Scott Haas

"I love crepes so much I started an Instagram page called “Crepes Across America”. We’ve had crepes all over the country on our travels and..."

Nick Ferraro

"Absolutely amazing from start to finish. We loved it so much we went back the next day for more!!! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The..."

Retha Anderson

"Sweet friendly staff and a cute little shop to have breakfast in. Great selection of pastries and awesome egg sandwiches! Great coffee..."

Sujatha Mahendran Nair

"Great place for breakfast, a light fare, treat, or just coffee. My spinach quiche was good and the environment and staff were..."

Ariel Nickie Davies

"The food is always so fresh and delicious. The ambience is very relaxed and inviting. The staff is very good and very friendly. It also has a very..."

Skip Watson

Starbucks

Wheelchair Accessible

"What a Starbucks treat to have Jasmine as my barista! She re-made my drink to perfection and kept a genuine smile when asked to re-do. She said it..."

Paula Brady

"Friendly, quick service. Great, convenient location. Main dining area is clean and spacious. Would give 5 stars, however, the bathroom appeared..."

Barbara Cosgriff

"Yes, it's Starbucks and not your local coffee house. But as far as Starbucks go this location is on point. I visit a couple times a month and rarely..."

Aron Kuch

"This is my favorite Starbucks to go to. Very good at remembering regulars, and even my sweet senior dog! Yes sometimes the drive threw is a long..."

Rachel Passalacqua

"All Starbucks locations have good coffee. The difference that makes this location excellent is the consistently kind and helpful staff. They always..."

Mark McKinney

"I want to give a shout out to Joey for being an excellent barista, and making an amazing Barbie drink for my friends goddaughter and making a pink..."

Tiffany Martin

"Even though they were super busy, tge order was spot-on (& not a sticky-cup mess), fast, &..."

J Del Valle

"Went inside to order and all the staff were very welcoming and nice. Got my Salted Caramel Mocha very quickly and tasted fantastic. I also purchased..."

Jessica

"They are quick nice and get your order perfect. The cake pops are my favorite treat to go with my..."

Been there Done that

"Super friendly staff with a lean to..."

Stafford Green

"We stopped by this Starbucks location today as we were leaving Charleston and heading home. We walked in because the drive through line was pretty..."

Greg Squyres

"Friendly staff. Quick service. Usually the drinks are made..."

Melissa Agne

"Ray is killing it. Serving up laughs and bevvys just the way I..."

Jenny Schuyler

"They are working hard there, but somehow they are slow. However, they do have plenty of LGBTQAP flags for everyone to..."

Mihaly Tapolyai

"Always a Great location, but a.m. service I DO NOT RECOMMEND, if you're in a..."

Mollie Decker

Ice & Pan

Wheelchair Accessible

Tricera Coffee

Accepts American Express

Accepts Discover

Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

"Tricera Coffee is an awesome place for all of your coffee and coffee related needs. It is conveniently located in the middle of everything and has..."

Evan Guthrie

"Tricera's espresso con panna is significantly delicious: they make their whipped cream in-house! Yum! I topped mine off with a little sprinkle of..."

Harmony Baggett

"Tricera was so fun! I've been to more than my fair share of coffee shops, and have never seen a dinosaur themed one! My mocha was great, but my..."

Rebecca Pflug

Charleston Coffee Exchange

Wheelchair Accessible

"My wife and I have been coming here for almost a decade now and have never had a bad trip. On top of the great coffee is great food to pair with..."

Mike Winans

"This place is awesome! Best vanilla chai tea I have ever tasted!! They also have a lot of varieties of coffee. The people there are super friendly. I..."

Tracy

"Charleston Coffee Exchange is like the "Cheers" of coffee shops. The staff is friendly and the clientele is full of regulars. Pull a chair up to the..."

Canuckduck22

"Good to the last drop. I have family in the area and stop in whenever I,m in town. The coffee and food are always great. The staff are always..."

Ashley

"Nothing short of..."

Stanley

"Neighborhood Coffee Joint. The staff is fun and friendly and the place always smells of freshly roasted coffee. This is pure and simple the modern..."

Michael Carnell

"Very cute and cozy coffee shop. When I arrived, their line was 6 people deep, so plan accordingly. I worked from here for about an hour or so. ..."

Katie Carpenter

"My girlfriend and I were planning on going to the downtown area of Charleston but ended up getting rained out. We wanted something else to do near..."

Aly Kay

"I LOVE this coffee shop! I loved it so much the first time I visited it that I worried it wouldn't last. Thank goodness my worries were unfounded!..."

Ashley Sevier

"Amazing coffee! I am visiting Charleston and am big on good coffee! I was happy to find this roaster and experience a tasty oat milk latte. I went 2..."

Noelani Pantastico

"I really like this coffee shop! I have been here a few times now and it has a great vibe. The coffee is really good as they have selections from..."

Maria Terese

"We came in just around 9am and didn't have to wait long for our order. Efficient service, good drinks. They have an amazing selection of coffee beans..."

Jenny Cheek

"visited on Sunday August 27, 2023 in the early afternoon. Not sure how this place is staying open. The two young women who were wait staff were..."

Deb O

"I have been traveling to different local coffee places on my adventures and this is one to remember. The taste is smooth and their pop tart was..."

Alexa Wallbrown

"CCE is the best around for coffee! My wife and I do not want coffee from anywhere else. The staff is great and friendly. You can't find a better..."

johnathan fay

"I’ve tried almost every coffee spot in west Ashley and this is by far the best. The employees are super nice and the coffee is amazing. Highly..."

Shelbe

"The coffee is pretty good here, I had the espresso and they're using a darker roast so it's more of a bitter taste but well managed and still quite..."

Conor Croft

"Delicious! Just had an oatmilk cappuccino. The coffee is so flavorful. If I lived local I would come here..."

Jen Brown

"We love the peeps at Charleston CE. We use their coffee in our church lobby every..."

Grace Office

"Super sweet friendly people. AMAZING toasted marshmallow latte and honey rose latte! Must try!! Gluten free bars..."

Ornella Prina

"My husband and I go there every morning before work. On the mornings that we can't get there, we can certainly tell the difference in the day. It's..."

Pam Morgan

"This place was the coolest! I saw the long line and was thought ok there has to be a reason that people don’t mind the wait. I completely get it!..."

Jenny D (Citybird_Adventures)

Muddy Water Coffee Bar

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great coffee, lovely staff. They pay attention to details and don't seemed bothered by allergies to food/drinks. I just love them!!! Use the belly..."

Cast Iron Lady

"Super low key atmosphere. The coffee is killer and the muffins are amazing. Overall a better version of Starbucks...more local and later back...."

Davis Partin

"Best Coffee Shop in town! I moved from Louisville where we had a small local coffee shop and Muddy Water is a piece of home! Wonderful coffee and..."

Christy B

"Delicious almond milk latte. This morning I had an almond milk latte with sugar free vanilla. It was freaking delicious! Andre took my order with a..."

Christina

"Best Coffee in Charleston. I love the staff always excellent service and so friendly. The coffee is always served exactly as you order it and the..."

Chris

"I was heading out to the Angel Oak tree with my family. And we decided to stop and check out Muddy Waters Coffee Bar. This warm and inviting place..."

Chris Trethewey

"Amazing coffee! Got a vanilla cinnamon latte and it was delicious. The pricing is good. Love the music! Played Tame Impala when I was there. Very..."

Olga Barry

"Staff is always polite and welcoming. Coffee is always made to perfection. Simply put, best coffee shop on James..."

Heath Gunther

"My favorite coffee shop, I try to go nowhere else! Coffee is so good, we brew the same brand (Counter Culture) at home! Service is awesome, we know..."

Karen McKamey

"Stopped here for coffee before a long drive and had the most delicious iced latte I’ve had in a long time. Delicious, quick and they’ve got a..."

Nicole Trusty

"Friendly service. Great place to work or study with outlets available if needed. I got the vanilla cinnamon latte and it was amazing! Not too sweet...."

Coryn James

"I love Muddy Waters Coffee. Whenever I meet a friend there, my husband always has me grab him a coffee to bring back home! The lavender honey latte..."

Sarah Maley Farris

"Great service, great..."

Aaron Ringen

"I've sworn off coffee for 20 years cause it caused my heart palpitations, but after trying this place I love the coffee so much I immediately got a..."

Kenneth Donovan

"Cutey pa tootey!! This coffee shop is so convenient for myself since I live within 5 minutes. I like it better than Starbucks because the coffee..."

Samantha Friday

"Great neighborhood coffee shop on James island. Great drinks, easy to get in and..."

Zachary Charbula

"Cute and quirky coffee shop! Super friendly staff and the fresh, made-to-order, barista coffee was delicious! Many different milk options and add ins..."

Camille Nightingale

"Comfortable local coffee shop with great outdoor seating. Excellent latte and cappuccino..."

Holger Heine

"So glad I drove past! I tried Muddy Waters for the first time today and I’m so excited to return, will definitely come here all the time!!! It’s..."

Valarie Winkleman

"Great local coffee shop! Very good espresso crafted beverages and yummy baked goods! They also sell local artist crafts - earrings, paintings..."

Teodora Roush

"We stopped by Muddy Waters Coffee Bar before visiting the nearby McLeod Plantation. The place looks inviting, the barista was friendly, the coffee..."

Greg Squyres

"They brew excellent Counter Culture coffee. Friendly service. Limited indoor and outdoor..."

Jarrod

Freddo Charleston

Accepts American Express

Reservations

Street Parking

Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

"Actually stopped here to get an empanada rather than ice cream. At the suggestion of the woman behind the counter went with the spinach and spicy..."

James McCallum

"The lemon sorbet was silky, smooth—delicious! The balance of sweet and sour was perfect, and each spoonful was refreshingly..."

Bebe Finnell

"I got the beef and the spinach empanadas. The beef was absolutely delicious! The spinach one was good but the beef was better! Also tried the caramel..."

Suzanna Gerasimovich

"Excellent service! Ice cream is great. The best ice cream I have tried in the US. If you are in Charleston you need to put this place in your bucket..."

Cristhian Castro

"Stopped here for a quick snack and really enjoyed the empanadas and smoothies. Highly recommend mixing the strawberry and lemonade on a hot day in..."

Jason Fletcher

"I enjoyed my cappuccino milkshake with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream on top. It was the perfect way to finish our day in Charleston..."

Anna Patterson

"Stop by for a sweet treat🍦🍧🍨or coffee☕️ A bit tight inside when it's busy. Some outdoor seating. Somewhat pricey for the portions and..."

Brian P.

"The empanadas were great, would be nice if more flavors were available. Please add an empanada with cheese only to the menu. Other than that, great..."

Damian&Rita Explorers

"We stopped by here for a quick bite, and the empanadas were SO good! Very light and crispy and had a good amount of filing. Would love to come back..."

Jaspreet Singh

"Best gelato in town! Plus traditional Argentinian empanadas and homemade chimichurri to go with them. Highly..."

megan jarrett

"Fast, fresh, excellent food, frappes, smoothies and..."

Scot Egg

"Love Freddo! Perfect location on King Street. The girls working there were so nice and helpful. We went back three times during our stay in..."

Jessica Frasier

"Great little outpost of a well-regarded Buenos Aires chain (the only location in the US outside of South Florida), serving empanadas and gelato. The..."

Michael Kieval

"Argentine ice cream finally in the US! Loved it. Argentina has the best ice cream in the world! Vamos vamos..."

Johan Torroledo

"The empanadas, milkshakes and icecream are really tasty! Litte bit expensive but the quality..."

Henry González

"Went down to Charleston for a visit. Freddo is a Great place! Wonderful food and service was..."

Joanna Jarrett

Starbucks

78/100 (1674 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Music is amazing, not too loud at all! Gives a good energy and vibe to the store! I heard my name perfectly when it was called and my drink was made..."

Rose

"Always busy, but the baristas there are constantly on 10 making sure that everything runs efficiently, despite having to deal with some of the most..."

Justin Howell

"This Starbucks is fairly large and has some tables and couches. The staff are friendly and patiently explain simple concepts to customers, like the..."

Jaye Aster Broder

"This is my favorite Starbucks . The staff is so personable as well as friendly . They are efficient as well . The food as well as the beverages are..."

Admin Bengal

"Went down to get a coffee beverage...didn't have to wait in line to order, but I did have to wait a bit for my drink...seems they were doing a big to..."

Thomas Taylor

"I was staying at the Francis Marion last week for a work conference, which is attached to this Starbucks. Each morning my co-worker, Maddi, and I..."

Nathan Ruckman

"The only coffee shop is open at 5:30 am in the morning. It's definitely beneficial if you have an early morning..."

Master Your Trusted Real Estate Advisor

"I recently visited the Starbucks in the Francis Marion Hotel on my way to a treatment at "The Spa of Charleston" which is one floor down from the..."

christopher warren

"The food is overpriced 3D printed Krabby Patties but the baristas are so nice and one of them drew a little ghost so it made the experience better. I..."

Peter Marquez

"Nice Starbucks, consistent drinks and food. Sadly, it’s a nightmare to get into and out of during peak..."

Grant Dishman

"This is a pretty good Starbucks and although their coffee is not the best it is still one of the best in the area. I like the local design and décor..."

Liz M.

"Baristas Shane and Katie are amazing. They ate incredibly knowledgeable and clearly very passionate. Everytime I come in when one of or both of these..."

MJ Jackson

"Friendly staff, convenient location, good selection. Restaurant seemed clean and all tables..."

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