Charleston’s 12 most drop-dead gorgeous restaurants
by Stephanie Barna
Updated 13 May 2024
A regular night in Charleston can become something extra special at the city’s most gorgeous restaurants, places that aren’t afraid to give traditional backdrops the design updates they deserve.
A Fabergé egg inspired the glittering interiors at a celebration-friendly Champagne bar. Contemporary art and dark leather banquettes turned a former church into a modern American hotspot. Glamorous Art Deco flourishes give a three-story dining and entertainment destination its design cred.
Charleston’s most beautiful restaurants are experts at pairing the city’s storied past with an avant-garde aesthetic. Read on for a guide to the city’s 12 most stunning restaurants.
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