Best croissants I've had since Paris!!! Service is top notch, quick but exudes charm &…read morefriendliness. Located inside the Bennet Hotel with great luxurious aesthetics. Iced coffee was refreshing I came back the next morning for another round. It was flavorful yet not sugary. It definitely gave me a kick and got addicted to it, except I'm only in the area for 4 days. Staff and manager were friendly yet professional. Although I was charged twice, the manager assured me they would fix it once the line was manageable. Somehow I trusted her word for it, just the manner with which she handled it was text book! Indeed, saw the overcharged taken care of by the next day. A must stop in downtown historic Charleston for sure! Great awesome pastries, sandwiches Parisian style made and clean refreshing breakfast beverages. This is the best patisserie option which actually lives up to its name, unlike those wannabe k ones!!!

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!!

Very cute place!…read more I've been here a few times, and the baristas are always really nice and the drinks and food are great! Today I came by and there was a small little vintage market in their backyard patio area, which was fun and cute. Usually the seating inside can be limited, but I have found their outdoor seating to be great for studying or hanging out and enjoying a coffee.

Mudhouse Coffee located on King Street very near Calhoun Square is a great coffee house. It is…read morepart of a small chain which originated in Charlottesville VA. Usually I swerve away from chains but I have to say this family owned one hits the spot. The ambiance is so inviting and cozy. It's a place to chill with a coffee, read a book, people watch and scroll on your phone. The coffee is very good. The staff are friendly & efficient. Definitely a great find whilst walking or shopping and I'll definitely return.

I had a blueberry iced latte. It had great flavor and the coffee was bold and smooth. Nice relaxing…read moreatmosphere inside.

hi! the baristas were very unkind sadly! the guy refused to even look at us! it was very awkward…read moreand not welcoming. We said thank you when leaving, and they didn't even respond! The coffee is good, but service may not be what your looking for!

I can't get enough of this place! Ambiance, ambiance, ambiance! It's so pretty, clean, and…read morecomfortable. And yes, they have charging stations, which you already know is a big deal for me. The customer service is impressive with such a warm, welcoming vibe. They truly make you feel like a superstar. And the latte? Absolutely delicious. It's not a fluke either, they nail it every single time. The little designs are everything. If you choose to sit and stay, you get it in a real mug, and it is so worth it. Check this place out when you get a chance and don't forget to snap a photo.

This was my second time visiting Clerks Coffee Company, conveniently located inside (and accessible…read morefrom the street outside) the Emeline Hotel. I remembered enjoying it during my first stay, so naturally I had to return. This time around I stopped by twice during our two-night stay. On my first visit, I was tempted by the limited-time LoveShackFancy collaboration and ordered the Pistachio Rose Matcha Cloud Latte. It sounded amazing: house-made pistachio rose syrup, your choice of milk, topped with fluffy matcha cold foam and rose petals. Unfortunately... it was way (way) too sweet. And this is coming from someone who usually likes sweet drinks. At $10, I powered through it, but it definitely wasn't for me. My friend ordered another one of the collaboration drinks and did not finish hers because it was overwhelmingly sweet. Thankfully, my second visit redeemed everything. I went back to an old favorite - an iced matcha latte - and it was just what I was hoping for. Service was excellent during both visits. While the cafe seems to remain pretty popular, it wasn't overwhelmingly crowded. I still love the atmosphere here. It's such a great place to grab a drink before heading out to explore Charleston or while staying at the Emeline. Lesson learned: sometimes the specials are worth trying... and sometimes it's best to stick with your favorite!

The coffee is great! They made a dry double shot blonde roast cappuccino perfectly. And they were…read morevery courteous and kind. Sitting at the marble bar, looking out the front window-aperfect place to drink my coffee

I hate leaving a bad review, but this was such an odd experience. Walked in to an empty shop & four…read moregirls behind/to the side of the counter- two appeared to be employees and two friends of the employees. Upon arrival we were not greeted and when my husband and I attempted to order the girls looked at each other and continued their conversation. It was honestly just such an odd experience. My Turkey and cheese croissant was fine and the ambiance outside was nice so points for those pieces. I was excited to try this place because of the good reviews and wide selection of pastries, but I sadly don't think I'll be back after this experience.

So some places serve great coffee & some places make you smile before you've even taken your first…read moresip. But Bitty & Beau's? They do both! This was our first stop after arriving in Charleston and I knew I wanted to return. I first visited Bitty & Beau's back in 2021 during a trip to South Carolina and was immediately positively overwhelmed by the mission, people, and atmosphere. Since then, I've also visited the Savannah location, so bringing my friends here felt like a non-negotiable part of our Charleston itinerary. Thankfully, they were more than happy to indulge me. While we all came for coffee, none of us actually ordered plain coffee. Instead, we opted for lattes and other specialty beverages, all of which were delicious. What surprised me most was that throughout the rest of our trip, despite visiting several other coffee shops, my friends repeatedly said Bitty & Beau's was their favorite. High praise considering Charleston has no shortage of excellent cafes! For those unfamiliar with Bitty & Beau's, the company is dedicated to employing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, creating meaningful employment opportunities while fostering inclusion and acceptance. As a School Psychologist who works with students of varying abilities, this place holds a special place in my heart. The coffee is great, the merchandise is fun, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the smiles are contagious. Four years after my first visit, I'm happy to report that Bitty & Beau's remains just as magical as I remembered. The world needs more places like this. Five stars for Bitty & Beau's. I'll be back!!!

Love this spot! I…read morejust google searched for a coffee shop near the hotel I was staying at and this one came up & I'm super pleased I was able to stop by. Delicious hot vanilla latte on a freezing cold weekend in January. Also thought it was cute that they gave me a playing card as my order number. I'd recommend and will be back if I'm in the area again.

Yum! Sugar bomb in the morning? Why not? lovely coffee shop, very busy and excellent pastries.read more

Kudu is a long-standing staple in downtown Charleston, tucked away just off King Street close to…read moreMarion Square and the College of Charleston. The building is a beautiful, old brick structure with tile floors. Better yet is the awesome courtyard with ample seating and a fountain - perfect for early morning sips and nibbles before the summer days are too hot. Kudu has lots of coffee options plus a variety of pastries and sandwiches, Beer is also available, My iced coffee was good, the lemon poppyseed muffin looked great but was just average, I will try something else last time. Service was very polite. If you are looking for a relaxed spot downtown alone or with a friend, give this spot a try, it's a great place to do a little work, too!

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!

This coffee shop has a really cool vibe to it. We came for a Franni Cash pop up event and it was so…read moregreat to meet her again! We both got cold brews and blueberry muffins while we were there. The cold brews in our opinion weren't the best but that could've just been us not ordering it right. But the muffins were delicious and very crumbly. We can't wait to revisit in the future if there are more fan pop ups for her!