Cafecito

La patserrie…read more Location: located next to Marion park on king street in Charleston Service: they were very friendly and got our food and drinks pretty quickly Atmosphere: a very airy light pastry shop. Has indoor and outdoor seating with display case for all the pastries and food they serve Food: crossiant, chocolate banana crossiant and iced vanilla latte. The crossiant was light and fluffy and not too overly buttery. The chocolate banana crossiant had a good proportion of filling to pastry so it wasn't overly full but you were able to get the flovor I. Each bite. The ice vanilla latte was good, not too sweet. Parking: it's on king street in Charleston so some side street parking but parking may be much difficult on weekends. It is a walkable area

The girls working here are so so kind! Always happy always friendly! The coffee is really good much…read morebetter than a Starbucks!! Their pastries are (for the most part) really tasty. We've had the blueberry muffin, peach turnover, pain au chocolate, olive oil citrus muffin, banana chocolate croissant, and the macaroons. I would personally skip the macaroons - they weren't very good as far as filling and flavor went 24$ for 6 not very good cookies was disappointing. Everything else was great! And like I said coffee (all of it) is super!!

Almond and chocolate croissant

Breve latte

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Light and airy!

Bad Bunnies Coffee

4.8(129 reviews)

0.5 mi•Cannonborough

Great coffee and croissants the staff are amazing I recommend Bad Bunnies coffee highly whenever…read moreyou're in Charleston.

The cutest coffee shop! We were staying nearby and searched for coffee/breakfast and stumbled…read moreacross Bad Bunnies Coffee shop! The coffee was amazing and the food was just as good! We got overnight oats and several pastries! Service was friendly and helpful for first timers. The architecture and decor was pleasing and welcoming. 100% recommend!

Ham and Swiss croissant

Menu and front counter

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Cappuccino

Carmella's

4.3(1.3k reviews)

0.9 mi•French Quarter

PHENOMENAL ATMOSPHERE AND SERVICE!!! Southern hospitality…read moreat its finest! Immediately when you walk in, you feel at home. Welllllll if your home surrounds you with a case full of heavenly made pies, cakes, and delectables and a grill and bar turning out tantalizing treats for your tastebuds-- then yes, yes you'll feel right at home! THE BEST KEY LIME PIE EVVVVVVERRRR! Do yourself a favor and add this place to your itinerary of must visit places in Charleston! You will only regret it if you skip it!

Carmella's is cute and sleek. It's a nice place to go if you're in a hurry…read more I got a tiramisu cup and key lime pie to go. The tiramisu was delicious, although a bit mild in flavor in terms of espresso. I loved the texture of it. It was soft and not too wet, with an abundance of lady fingers. They did not skimp at all when it came cream. I do wish the flavor was stronger. The key lime pie had a delicious filling and the meringue was perfect. I do prefer a graham cracker crust and think that it was missing. The tart shell was good, but not defining of a key lime pie, in my opinion. I will definitely return! Thanks Carmella's!

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Butterscotch Budino

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Butterscotch Budino

Harken Cafe

4.4(391 reviews)

0.9 mi•French Quarter

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Oh my goodness! This easily has become my new favorite coffee shop. The treats are delicious! The…read morecoffee is great. In two days, we've tried the maple latte, an Americano, and an iced matcha. Every one was delicious. The inside is precious. Everything is well thought out and planned with the space. It is a little cramped and can be a little loud, but it's worth it. We'll be in the city another two days and will most certainly be back.

Harken Cafe was super cute and I really liked the aesthetic of the place, but my experience was a…read morebit mixed. I waited about 30 minutes in line, and while the service was decent, it felt very rushed once I finally ordered. I got an iced vanilla latte and it was very disappointing, which was a letdown because I really wanted to love this spot. From my personal experience, I would probably skip it.

Inside

Butter Me Up with Bacon

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Turmeric apricot loaf

The Ordinary

4.3(919 reviews)

0.2 mi•Cannonborough

•$$$

Went here on our first night on a recommendation and was absolutely delighted with the food,…read moreambiance and waitstaff. After spending a week in Charleston and trying several highly recommended restaurants, I honestly think this first seafood meal was the best!! We each had a fish dinner and shared a dessert, which all was very delicious! Being from Texas, we laughed at the size of the Diet Coke offered as a dinner drink!! Overall, an excellent dinner!!

We had a wonderful experience at The Ordinary, which is anything but Ordinary. The hostess was…read morewelcoming and accommodating. When I first entered I told her I had made the mistake of choosing "outdoor patio" for our reservation (90% humidity) which she told me "not problem, we went ahead and got you an indoor table", AMAZING. My husband got the Coastal Cola (like drinking a Coca Cola while eating boiled peanuts...really, and it's amazing). For dinner we split the following Tier 1 Tower - The oysters were fresh, the smoked amberjack pate was clean and filling, and the peel and eat shrimp were flavorful. For my husband's second beverage he ordered a "Loaded Hamms" (not on the menu but they'll know) with their homemade hot sauce. Smoked Bird Island Oysters - OMG it was so simple yet so flavorful and fresh. They make their own hot sauce which is very flavorful with a touch of spice. We loved it. Charcoal Grilled Royal Reds - The eggplant puree with like a Baba ghanoush but with a little more flavor and pizazz. The shrimps were so tender and again flavorful. For desert we split the corn ice cream with blackberry jam and graham cracker crumbles. It was amazing. We highly recommend "The Ordinary"; the food was phenomenal and the service was exceptional.

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View overlooking the restaurant from our table upstairs.

The Daily

4.3(477 reviews)

0.6 mi

This place is busy for a reason! Lattes are delicious and creamy, avo tastes so fresh with good…read moreEVOO drizzle. Get the breakfast burrito. So good. Staff is on top of it even on such a busy morning.

You must try the 3 egg burrito! And the seasonal drink specials are always good. Free parking lot…read moreis super helpful!

0.8 mi•French Quarter, Ansonborough

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Brown sugar latte & raspberry pop tart

Clerks Coffee Company

4.2(179 reviews)

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Great place to sit and get some work done. Coffee is delicious. I come here every time I'm in…read moreCharleston.

My husband said this was the best mocha he has ever had. I just had a basic drip coffee but it was…read moreperfectly smooth and creamy. Happened to walk by this cutesy coffee shop while leaving the Hotel Emiline. The baristas were so friendly and accommodating. Will definitely pop in the next time I'm downtown!

Scenery of the coffee shop

Overnight oats, with granola topper, very good

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Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe

3.9(1.1k reviews)

0.8 mi•French Quarter

I came in for a to go order. The desserts are in the bar area right by the door, making the line a…read morebit awkward, as there's a lot of desserts to look at with only a small amount of space designated for them. The line moved quickly, nonetheless. The team was friendly and let me take my time ordering. The cake slices are just as delicious as they are giant. I had the red velvet and my grandparents got carrot cake. Everyone was happy. The cake was fresh, moist and flavorful. The red velvet didn't have much chocolate, but it was still great. I prefer a pretty chocolate dense red velvet but this was delivered well.

My husband, his parents, and I went to Kaminsky's at around 8:30ish on a weeknight for a sweet…read moretreat. It's a super small establishment with a few tables and some bar seating. Luckily, we were able to be seated immediately but it was very close quarters with surrounding tables. The menu is vast with different dessert options. If you want to know what cakes are available, you should check out the display stand right when you enter. Since we were there 2.5 hours before closing, there didn't seem to be a lot of cake options available, but my husband and I decided to share a slice of the s'mores cake with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream to make it à la mode. The s'mores cake was a chocolate cake with mini marshmallows, chocolate fudge, graham crackers, and more marshmallows. The cake was good and had everything I could ever want in it, but it was a little dry. I think this also had to do with it being the end of the night. The ice cream complemented the flavor well. It would have been better with a second scoop of ice cream though. Service was great! It took about 10 minutes from when we ordered to get our dessert. I would probably come back here again, but not so late at night so there would be fresher cake with more options available.

Chocolate Brownie

Butterfinger cheese cake

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Highfalutin Coffee Roasters

4.5(142 reviews)

2.8 mi•West Ashley

This place is quaint and classy. I stumbled across it while getting a tire repaired. I ordered a…read moreturkey club and coffee serve on traditional dish-ware. My selection was delicious and like most southerners, the staff are friendly.

Great coffee and matcha! The vibe is peaceful and great for working or studying. Sweet staff as…read morewell!

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Across the counter

Second State Coffee

4.5(491 reviews)

0.6 mi•Harleston Village

Second State Coffee is a beautiful spot in upscase Mount Pleasant to sit down, relax, and enjoy an…read moreexceptional cup of coffee. They are roasting some truly fantastic beans here. I ended up leaving with eight bags of single-origin beans from all over the world. Having worked my way through about half of them so far, I've been very impressed by the consistent quality and clean, vibrant flavors across the board. I'm a bit of a coffee-snob so this is saying something! While it's a bit on the pricey side, that's simply the reality of specialty coffee these days, and the craftsmanship here at least justifies it. I highly recommend supporting these wonderful folks--especially if you love lighter roasts with sweet, bright tasting notes. They have been the absolute perfect way to start my mornings!

Nice staff however not spectacular coffee . Average and not hot , just warm . The beans are sweet…read morebut lacked flavor

Seating area

Nice vibe.

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Maple pecan scone + coffee cake

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Nicholas S.

2 years ago

I recently visited Cafecito in Charleston and had an amazing experience! The highlight of my visit was definitely the Cortadito. It was perfectly balanced, with just the right amount of sweetness and a rich, robust coffee flavor that truly hit the spot. The atmosphere at Cafecito is cozy and welcoming, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a great cup of coffee. The staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring that my experience was top-notch from start to finish. If you're in Charleston and looking for a fantastic coffee experience, I highly recommend stopping by Cafecito. Their Cortadito is a must-try, and I'm sure you'll love it just as much as I did! read more

Sydney F.

358

4 years ago

Great coffee and egg sandwiches! I would definitely recommend stopping by for a bite.

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