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    Fuel Charleston

    3.9 (788 reviews)
    ModerateCaribbean, Burgers, Tacos

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    FUEL CHARLESTON ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Michael O.

    I have been coming to this eclectic spot in Charleston for about 14 years. I first came because of a Guy Fieri Diners Drive-in & Dives episode and is a must stop when I visit Charleston. The business is in an old service station with the motif that follows with old gas station signage, oil cans etc.. very cool especially if you were a kid of the 60's or 70's. Also, there is inside seating as well as outdoor seating (courtyard with tropical plants and fans). Had the tacos, red salsa & guac! Awesome!! From a beverage selection, I had the spicy margarita and my wife had a vodka mule. Both tasty & refreshing! It a must do if you come to Charleston! As an FYI, parking is a bit limited. Enjoy!

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    Bobbie R.

    The atmosphere was fun, but the food was barely edible. I ordered the avocado salad. There were hacked up pale chunks of avocado. The avocado could not be sliced or cut because it was so unripe. Definitely not edible. Tried my best to salvage the lettuce. & I selected to add jerk chicken, which was edible - but tasted like it had been sitting around for a week. The waitress stayed away after delivering my plate... She saw the state of the avocado. *My margarita was A+.

    Seth B.

    Excellent service! As you walk in, you're greeted with a smile. The decor bring a classic gas station into the present. It brings you surf culture. It's a classy fell with Endless Summer vibe! The food is amazing! The nachos and street corn are gluten free. There are a variety of mixed drinks. The price is right!

    Jackie C.

    They had the best large table for our Bachelorette party. The service was a tad slow but that could be a number of factors like our size, Friday afternoon etc... The food was very good, and the drinks were not stingy and after 1 or 2 you either need a nap or to keep going. The outside patio is amazing so if you are in the area be sure to stop by and just grab a drink outside, it was lovely despite the heat and humidity. If it was that lovely on that kind of afternoon, it must be priceless on a cooler day.

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    Terinna C.

    Drinks are wonderful! Atmosphere is vibrant and bright! The servers are attentive and courteous. They love quick as well. Great place to grab drinks!

    Food C.

    Decent food. TERRIBLE SERVICE. Fun atmosphere. Empty tables just waiting for patrons. They need to hire a busboy, dirty table next to us the whole time we were here and a line out the door. They have no systems in place. Kind of ashamed considering the place is cool. #LOSINGMONEY.

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    Great atmosphere with a fun outdoor space. They even had Happy Dads which are my favorite drink!! I will definitely be back.

    Bartender and bar manager were so friendly! Great happy hour and they have my favorite Happy Dads!

    Great service and a fun time drinking happy dads! Great atmosphere for drinking with your friends.

    Delicious chicken nachos : Roasted Chicken Or Veggie Nachos
    Leslie J.

    Great place for a patio meal, margaritas, and outdoor games. Kid and dog friendly! My son loves the kids burger and fries. The guacamole and chicken nachos are my favorite menu items. The margarita on tap is delicious. Sometimes they host events like DJ night and drag bingo - always fun! Also a plus that it has its own parking lot, as most downtown places don't. Highly recommend!

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    Justina B.

    Price: can't beat it Crispy shrimp taco: delicious and portion was giant. I'd order 2 tacos for lunch and 3 for dinner. Street corn: sauce has a bite! So tasty tho, could eat one a day for life. Nachos: delicious- loved the half portion- makes it easy for a "tapas" style dinner. Parking: very difficult. Small lot with room for like 12 cars. There also is not street parking anywhere near by. If you can walk or Uber there, do it. Ambiance: loved the indoor outdoor style. I'd absolutely go here again, and recommend it!! Check out their happy hour items as well.

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    Anna C.

    Good service, good food and cute place. My favorite thing here is the Chocolate chip Coconut ice cream!

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    This place is an old converted gas/service station. Great service, ambiance, casual food and drink.

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    Small menu but well done. Great cocktails and cornhole! Nice neighborhood spot. Crispy shrimp got rave reviews from my 11 year old daughter!

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    Great food! Service is excellent. Really just a great fun place to grab a drink and hang out with friends.

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