We've been going to Sugar for 14 years. And yes, the new owners have kept the classic cupcakes and…read morecookies. Go early, order ahead, and skip the weekend rush. Our go-to sweets are the chocolate chip cookie, double chocolate cookie, and the almond cupcake. All delicious.

I learned about this gem on my last day of visiting Charleston and I'm so glad I stopped in. We got…read morethere as they were opening right at 10 o'clock and we were the first customers. The shop is super cute inside. And it smelled absolutely delicious. I love the way that they had everything laid out for you to see. And the ladies that worked there were very sweet and answered any questions that we had. I like that when you start to tell them what you want they have a cake plate that they put your items on and then they'll box it up at the end. It just had a really special feel to the service of how they treat you there. Now let's get into the sweet treats. I bought a chocolate chip cookie, a oatmeal raisin cookie and a ginger molasses cookie. They were all delicious, but that oatmeal raisin cookie was amazing. I also got too many cupcakes. I did the vanilla blueberry and the honey. Both were very good. And I got a pecan brownie. I loved the pecan brownie! My only problem with the brownie is that it's so small. I would love for them to make them bigger for the price, but absolutely delicious. I love that none of the sweets tasted too sweet. They were perfectly balanced. I recommend checking out the spot. It will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth.

Marco and Michelle made the best espresso martini! Kept me up to party through Charleston! 10/10!!read more

It's my first time in Charleston and Marco made this a trip to remember for the rest of my life. He…read moremade sure our drinks were always full and our tummies were filled. Please visit carms and ask for Marco when you go

Bakeshop of my dreams!!…read more This truly tiny bakeshop was super close by where I was staying in Downtown Charleston (the Moxy) and I'm so glad it was. I discovered it on Yelp when I was looking for spots to stop by before heading to the airport for my flight for a quick bite. There's the tiny bakeshop storefront and right next door is where they do all the baking. I'm noting this because I almost walked into the other spot but thankfully they had a sign on the door saying it was staff only and the bakeshop was right next door. The storefront itself had all the Southern charm, with a classic flower window box at the window and the friendliest staff greeting you as soon as you walked in. I went on a weekday around 8am and it wasn't busy at all. I was able to peruse their AMAZING selection & had the hardest time choosing. Thankfully, I had my uber waiting for me so I had to make quick decisions. I ended up getting a pastel de nata, everything bagel kolache, fig leaf sugar bun, and a dark choco chip cookie (because I always need to try the local cookie). Everything tasted fresh and delicious! I loved the variety in their pastries and was amazed that there were concepts for pastries I've never heard or tried before. Their menu selection is crazy and I would 100% come back to Charleston just for this bakery. I'll be back again! Thanks to Yelp for bringing me to my now fav bakeshop on this planet.

Welton's was recommended to me by a friend who lives in Charleston and wow... I am so, so, so, so…read moreglad we listened. This ended up being our very last stop before leaving town and it may have just been the best stop of the entire trip. There was a line when we arrived, but it moved quickly, and everyone we encountered from those in line to the employees were incredibly friendly. The bakery itself is absolutely adorable and I immediately found myself wishing I had a bigger suitcase (and a bigger appetite). Deciding what to order was nearly impossible because I wanted at least one of everything. I somehow exercised a tiny bit of self-control in this tiny bakeshop and settled on a breakfast sandwich along with a pastry to go. Both were melt-in-your-mouth delicious. I only wish we had discovered Welton's earlier in our trip because I know we would have gone back at least once... probably twice... okay, maybe every morning. If you ever find yourself in Charleston, do yourself a favor and make this a priority stop. 100% worth the wait! A million stars for Weltons Tiny Bakeshop.

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.

We gave Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe a second try, but unfortunately they couldn't redeem themselves. On…read moreboth visits, service was lacking. We waited about 5 to 10 minutes to be acknowledged while two employees stood nearby. The two layer chocolate caramel pecan cake, which our waitress initially could not find, was dry and tasted stale. I would not order it again. The Tollhouse pie was a bit better, but the presentation and the whipped cream were the standouts, and the whipped cream wasn't even homemade! That's the best thing I could say about our experience. The food, pricing, service, and ambiance all fell below average. When you are located downtown with so many great dessert options around, you really need to step up your game. We will not be returning.

We just stumbled into Bakehouse in Charleston and were pleasantly surprised. The staff was very…read morefriendly, and the atmosphere felt welcoming right away. My husband and I only grabbed coffee, but it was very good. The coffee was smooth and flavorful, and I love when places take the extra step to decorate the top of a latte -- even when it's in a to-go cup. It's such a small detail, but it makes it feel special. The pastries and baked goods looked delicious, but we weren't hungry enough to try anything this time. We'll definitely have to go back for that. The only downside was that the interior could use some updating. The booth seats were torn and ripped, and when I see that, I can't help but wonder what else might not be fully maintained. A refresh would really elevate the overall experience. There is one small chair outside where you can sit with your pup, which is a nice little touch. Overall, great coffee and friendly service -- worth stopping in!

I like this homey place. It's got a coffeehouse vibe, with old comfy chairs and a bohemian library…read morelook. It's all self service, paper and plastic, but the staff are very friendly and accommodating. The baked goods we sampled were delicious. We sampled their spinach and cheese quiche and raspberry scone. Just what we wanted.

Christophe is my go to for chocolate and treats. My niece dreams of having Christophe's chocolate…read moreshoe. There will be a day where she gets that glass slipper. For now, she will get her small chocolate lollipop. Christophe is my go to for delicious chocolate that is locally made and truly a work of art. Not only can people enjoy good chocolate, but they can enjoy macarons, pastries, coffee and more.

This place is a true hidden gem. They specialize in chocolates, pastries and macarons. I…read morestopped in everyday during my visit and was always greeted with tons of warmth and recommendations. I literally had the best almond croissant of my life! The chocolates were also mind blowing! They look stunning and taste even more amazing. There are even a few unusual flavored chocolates like bleu cheese (don't knock it until you try it)!! You can also order their hot chocolate/coffee drink and won't be disappointed!! Prices run on the high end here, but as a tip, stop in during their "happy hour" which I believe is a two hour window where chocolates are buy one get one free. It's cute inside but even cuter on their back patio area which showcases a fun European style painted wall. I can't wait to return!

I had wanted to check out Annie O Love Cafe of Sweet Abundance in West Ashley for a while. We…read moremanaged to do that yesterday. They have ample parking outside, cool vibe decor inside with lots of wall art. The staff were very helpful considering it was our first time & I didn't realize it was also a Vegan cafe along with being Gluten Free. I was kinda lost with the rather large menu. We settled on a coffee with Oat milk & a Tofu based spicy sandwich with avocado. It was good and I'm glad I gave this style of food a try. However it's not for me. In saying that what a fabulous restaurant for people who are vegan and or gluten free. You have tons of options here and should definitely check it out.

Absolutely love love love this place! Everything is GF and most things are vegan as well! You can…read moreenjoy healthy ingredients while having them taste good. Who knew?! If you have an allergy, everything is marked. They do use coconut for their cookies, but even my BF who doesn't like coconut enjoys their treats and loves their smoothies. I'm a big fan of their "Chicken" & waffles... Think peanut butter tofu and deliciousness. The staff are very friendly and helpful at explaining everything but the menu alone does a fantastic job of spelling everything out. It has a nice, warm feel when you enter the premise. It's a good place to meet us with a friend or enjoy a bite and drink on your own!

A review posted in honor of the experience one of my friends had this past week -…read more My husband and I came to Charleston specifically for the food, and out of all the amazing meals we had, Miller's All Day was hands down our favorite. We came for breakfast and started with the banana bread with Nutella cream cheese -- absolutely incredible. We also split the cornmeal pancakes, which were so good we came back the next morning just to have them again. I ordered the B.E.C. with the home fries, and I can honestly say they may have been the best potatoes I've ever had in any form. Perfectly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and they practically melted in my mouth. My husband had the turkey club and said it was fantastic as well. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and memorable. We loved it so much we went back the very next day. 10/10 -- highly recommend if you're visiting Charleston!

We came here on a weekday afternoon and there was already a 15-minute wait to be seated…read more We ordered the chicken and waffle salad, the grits, the pimento cheese and crackers and the avocado toast. Everything was pretty standard and there was not something that we absolutely loved. The grits were a heavier dish while the avocado on the toast was more like a spread. The chicken and waffle salad had waffle "croutons" but it kind of just tasted like an older waffle dried up. The chicken in the salad was a little thicker than it should have been. The pimento cheese and crackers were very tasty. The ambiance is fast casual and it is very hush there. Our server Hamilton was very kind and helpful.