If you've read my other reviews you know that I can be rather direct. It's rare that I give any place a perfect review. Rare, but not impossible. The Chatty Magpie Cafe is an amazingly cute place and is super convenient for my trek from Rt 26 across Ashley-Phosphate to Dorchester. I LOVED IT! I'm a CT transplant and have been looking for that hard to describe place that we northerners know exist. It's that "Hole in the wall, one step shy of a Greek diner, not a franchise or big name" kind of place. My search has ended. The owner greeted us as we walked in. She is very hospitable. She invited us to order and then take a seat. Our food was perfectly prepared. In fact, we both felt like she was charging too little for what we got. The sandwiches were amazing! We also got a slice of her "Lemon Roulette." She served it fresh from being rolled. It had the perfect balance of flavor and sweetness. I asked the owner about it and she said that all of her baked items are freshly made. If you're looking for a place to get an exceptionally delicious, breakfast or lunch sandwich at a great price and served quickly, this should be your new place to go. I know it is mine. read more

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I just celebrated the one-year anniversary of this fantastic cafe! The atmosphere was incredibly welcoming and celebratory, complete with karaoke, balloons, and adorable outdoor decor. To mark the occasion, they introduced two new menu items: a delicious pork sandwich and perfect pancakes. I have to rave about the pancakes--they were just the right thickness and topped with honey. Who knew honey and pancakes were such a winning combination! If you're ever looking for breakfast or brunch, I highly recommend making a stop here. Everything is made with care: the sandwiches are always fresh, the bread is baked daily, and the bagels and pastries are handmade every few days. Elena and her team of cashiers and bakers are super nice, welcoming, and accommodating, always ready to answer any questions. Don't want to forget mention that this bakery also offers catering! You can order custom pies for special events, or get a catered spread of sweets and bagels--including custom-made cream cheeses. Check the side menu for all their special order options! read more

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A NEW PLACE What an absolute gem! Elena, the owner/operator/head chef/designer... has done a magnificent job creating a warm, inviting and totally scrumptious place to get great coffee, sandwiches, and pastries. I have been raving about this for two days now and it's time for Charleston to discover this 30 day old eatery. The ambience is charming. Elena is engaging. The food is amazing! This is not a "should", it's a "must". Everything is scratch made and there are even nut-free options. Tip: One can even order (and pay for in advance) a big sandwich to pick up fresh the next morning. We are talking a real and affordable counter to fast food. A+ read more

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I keep passing by here and keep meaning to stop in, but seeing a picture on Yelp today nudged me in and glad I did! I got a wanted caramel latte which was perfect fine... smooth taste, not too acidic, not too sugary (I was asked if I liked it really sweet). Then walked out with a piece of lemon pound cake, almond croissant, apple turnover, chocolate chip cookie, and a cranberry scone. I've already had the scone and cookie and absolutely loved them, and can't wait to have the rest! I will definitely stop in at some point soon to try their breakfast/lunch items too. Very yummy spot! J.Ja read more

We tried Chatty Magpie Cafe on a whim while running an errand in North Charleston. It is small and unassuming but the owner is in the kitchen and she is making magic! My wife is from NYC and finding breakfast sandwiches that meet her approval is challenging to say the least. Chatty Magpie is the best in Charleston per her discerning pallet. Highly recommend giving it a try. read more

Go check this out! You will not be disappointed. Good made fresh, so don't walk in and be in a hurry, trust me it's worth the wait! I ordered the H. O. T. on rye... Just go check it out, the flavors are perfect! The egg salad is so great to take wrong and the Berry Crumble makes you want to come back for more! read more

Chatty Magpie Cafe - Amazing experience! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Charleston, South Carolina

Elena, the owner was delightful! All her offerings are made from scratch and her sandwiches are to order. The menu is diverse but also nostalgic, with breakfast and lunch offerings with southern and European influences. The Loks sandwich was packed with ingredients and smeared with house-made cream cheese. The biscuits was tender and flakey but held up to the loads of bacon,egg,and cheese. The espresso drinks are clean and comforting made with house made caramel sauce. The bakery case was loaded with personal size pies to go and full sized pies are available when ordered in advance. read more

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Alright folks, please allow me to break down why this wonderful cafe is so awesome. Buckle in. Atmosphere: Snuggled into the corner of a shopping center, it truly is as bright and cozy on the inside as it is the outside. The music they had playing this morning were at a good volume and relaxing tunes, in my opinion. Customer service: The two young ladies working this morning were DARLINGS!!! When I mentioned it was my first time there, the one at the register explained things to me, took time to let me know all the pastries were made fresh, and happily would tell me what pastry was what when I would point to them in the display. As I made my (many) choices, the other young lady was paying attention and asking me if I wanted each item warmed (I did). While sitting inside both checked in on me frequently to make sure I had everything I needed and if I was doing okay. Loved it! Also, while I was enjoying my breakfast, coffee, and sweets, another customer came inside, and asked if the owner was in today, which attests to what I believe is her amazing customer service and personality! This alone made me quite happy. Food/coffee: 9.9/10!!!!! A 9.9 because they couldn't make the coffee iced, BUT they said that they're working on getting an ice machine because so many people ask for their coffees iced. It still was delicious anyways, I just like iced in the summer. I got an everything BEC, which hit the spot. Bagel was reminiscent of a NY bagel, chewy and flavorful. Bacon inside was thick and salty, I hate when places serve bacon that's all fat which they didn't do! As for the desserts I got, shamefully I didn't get a picture of them as I dug straight in when I got them nice and warm. The chocolate chip cookie was a sweet chocolate heaven, with that saltiness on top you like to combat too much sweet. So perfect I got a flaky Nutella scone/croissant type pastry (can't remember what it was forgive me) and it was clearly made with love, flaky, with the right amount of Nutella inside. Wonderful. All in all, I love this hidden gem in Summerville, and I'm happy that I came today for breakfast. I will be coming again read more

Chatty Magpie Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Charleston, South Carolina

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This is a really cute cafe with delicious food (and coffee!), amazing service, and friendly staff! Highly recommend.

Has the best Carmel Latte ever here! Bagels were fresh and tasty!! Great prices, friendly service and she makes breakfast sandwiches and homemade pies to go!!! Glad I made the stop at this small cozy coffee shop. Highly recommend! read more

First time coming in and I will definitely come back regularly. The owner was lovely, and very helpful. The food was great! My sandwich was delicious and huge. The croissant was perfectly made. Absolutely must try. read more

Chatty Magpie Cafe - Ham, egg & cheese croissant. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Charleston, South Carolina

I gotta be honest, the only thing holding this review up is how hospitable and sweet the owner was. She's so friendly and made us feel welcome. This place is tiny, there's technically a bar to sit at, but I'm not kidding when I say it's 1 foot wide. I can't see how you'd comfortably eat at it. The food was quite a letdown. $12 for a sausage egg and cheese biscuit, which, to be fair, was pretty large. The biscuit was SO DRY and basically ruined the entire thing. Sausage patty was also pretty thin compared to the rest of the ingredients. I didn't even finish it, it was pretty bad. Hot chocolate was very nice though! The biggest letdown of $16 I've spent in a while. I doubt I'll come back. I feel evil giving it less than 3 stars because they were so sweet. read more

FANTASTIC!!!!! That's all you need to know about this place. Everything is fresh and so delicious. Be sure and stop here if you are close by. read more

Food was great service was outstanding. If we're ever in the area again we will definitely return.

Definitely a hidden gem! The owner was very friendly, and made a hell of a sandwich. Inside and outside seating is available but it's hard to beat sitting outside on a nice day. The sandwiches were both fantastic and were definitely bigger than I expected. The coffee and hot chocolate were both great as well. read more

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HOW are there not more reviews for this absolute gem of a place??? The food is absolutely delicious-- for my first time I had a Sooo-o-oeeyyy, aka egg cheese and bacon on brioche. Fresh, hot, crispy fried egg and thick-bacon. Was there egg gravy? Yes, there was. Brioche bun toasted perfectly. Fresh brewed coffee (European style no less)! So let's talk about the hostess with the most-ess... The owner was behind the counter, serving smiles, excellent conversation and deliciousness. Also, I'm in love with the decor! If this joint isn't enough bright cheerfulness to get your day off right, then nothing will. (Did I mention that they open at 6.30?!) Finally, the location is perfect--I've avoided places I truly appreciate just because there's no parking or it's too difficult to get in/out. Chatty is in a strip mall with plenty of parking right at the light. PERFECT for that early morning pull thru. The proprietress is a baker and there's no mistaking her talents--I left with multiple bags of sweets in addition to the remains of my breakfast and folks I'm telling you this is the spot. The I'm a North Chuck gal who likes the good stuff--oftentimes that means heading to WAsh or MtP, but not this time. This is a little slice of EU in NChuck and I'm here for it. Y'all, we need to show this place some love and loyalty--it's well-deserved! read more

Chatty Magpie Cafe - Coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Charleston, South Carolina

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Lovely experience while in town! Owner is amazing, makes all syrups for coffee and bakes everything fresh! Must visit

Amazing. The owner is self-made and a lovely person to talk with. Food is absolutely delicious and in good portions. Love this cute place and I can't wait to visit again. read more

Chatty Magpie Cafe - Bacon, Egg, cheese sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Charleston, South Carolina

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This place is sooooo good! I got a breakfast sandwich and a coffee and it was amazing! Super quick and convenient. The almond cookies are a MUST! Some of the best I've ever had!!! Staff was also super nice :) read more

Very friendly, amazing food! Best breakfast bagels ever! Make all the bagels in house

I've had the wonderful opportunity to go to The Chatty Magpie twice in one week. I had an amazing sandwich & a terrific cup of Americano coffee the first time. Then it was time for dessert. I took another friend the second time & we both indulged in apple turnovers & teacakes for her & tea cakes & raspberry tort for me. I highly recommend The Chatty Magpie for it's warmness with the staff & happy interior. Please give it try! I don't think you'll be disappointed!! read more

Got all the way there, and there were no lights on, door locked. After looking and knocking on a Tuesday morning about 10:45, we found a very small sign stating they were closed for summer vacation. Would have been thoughtful of them to post such a notice on their Yelp link! read more

A fantastic local cafe. Owner truly cares about their customers and the sandwiches are truly spectacular. A must try for when you're in need of a good sandwich! read more

Elena and her son were very friendly and pleasant to talk with. The food is fantastic. The atmosphere very cozy. Well worth a second or more visit. Thoroughly enjoyed the visit. read more

The most magical place on Ashley Phosphate. Great treats and a super sweet owner! My wife and I stopped by late on a Saturday. My wife found a wonderful piece of lemon pound cake and the owner gave us a wonderful strawberry layered cake parfait for Valentine's Day. We will be back to this place soon! read more