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 delivered a solid experience. The space is clean, calm, and well designed, and the coffee…read moreitself was pretty good. The flavors were balanced, the drinks were consistent, and everything came out the way it should. Staff was polite and efficient, which kept the visit easy. It's a dependable stop for a good cup and a relaxed atmosphere. I'd return.

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!!!

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 bartenders Marco and Brian are amazing, made the experience even more memorable and…read moreenjoyable!!!!!!!!

I am obsessed!! atmosphere is amazing, I came for a girls night and Marco took care of us…read more Including everyone else on the team, they are super sweet! Sweetness including the drinks and desserts.

Location: within a walking distance from kings street…read more Service: everybody was incredibly friendly and our food came out pretty quickly. Atmosphere: has indoor and outdoor seating. Lots of plants and gives a cozy small coffee shop vibe. Food: Got the avocado toast, whipped ricotta toast and iced vanilla latte. The iced vanilla latte was really good, smooth flavorful. The avocado toast was fresh and the lime wedge definitely brought a lot of flavor. The whipped ricotta was very tasty and was not too sweet but had some jam and pistachios on top. Parking: didn't see parking but it is a close walking distance from kings street which is the main area to shop and walk around. Also, a lot of cars park on sides of street

Babas on Cannon is a cute little neighborhood café that we stopped into while exploring Charleston…read more Their specialty is peanut milk drinks, which sounded interesting enough that we had to try them. I ordered the peanut milk matcha, and my husband got one of their peanut milk coffee drinks. I really enjoyed the matcha. It had a subtle peanut butter flavor that made it feel unique without being overwhelming. It was definitely something different from the usual matcha latte and a fun thing to try. The café itself has a cozy, laid-back vibe. They also serve cocktails, which I wasn't expecting. While we were there, lots of people were ordering the shrimp toast and other food items from the café menu, all of which looked really good. It was busy but not overwhelmingly crowded, and the atmosphere felt relaxed and welcoming. A great spot to grab a drink, people-watch, and take a break from exploring the city.

Went here today with my parents and sister for a quick cold drink after our Charleston tour from…read moreBulldog Tours. We definitely got different kinds of drinks such as iced coffee and iced Chai to keep us cool and refreshing. The service there was also quick and friendly. Finally, I would definitely go here again next time when I visit Charleston someday in the future.

The Black Door Cafe is a lil cafe located inside the Mills House Hotel…read more I came here looking for a quick spot with wifi and to grab lunch (+ a matcha, of course). It was easy to find and there was seating both outside and inside the hotel. There was able seating and very easy to put in an order at the register. I tried out one of their seasonal specials- the matcha breeze which had matcha, coconut water, pineapple-passionfruit cold foam, served iced. I also got a little pastry. Both weren't too great unfortunately so I ended up tossing both. The matcha was too sweet and the flavors didn't really compliment each other. Not an ideal spot for matcha. The space itself, however, was a great spot to work from. I took a quick meeting here and there was a fair amount of seating inside the cafe.

literally so freaking yummy I'm drooling just looking at this food rn. Found it on Apple Maps and…read moream so happy I came across it. AMZING !!!!

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!

Love their branding. So fun. Interiors could be more thoughtful to match the brand…read more We weren't greeted when we walked in or really engaged with when we were ordering. We're not so entitled but feeling even a little bit welcome is always nice. I ordered the FRUITY PEBBLE MATCHA because this really is a winning combination. Loved it. Husband ordered the DRIP COFFEE and wasn't really a fan. Would go back for that fruity pebble matcha.

Visited from out of town with my sister & cousins. My younger sister & I decided to head in first…read morewhile my cousins look for parking. The menu had no prices and I did not feel a friendly welcome - I honestly don't remember getting greeted at all. We go to the register to take a peek at the menu but it was awkward silence between the cashier & I, so my sister and I decide to sit and wait for the rest of our crew. Once they arrived, I noticed they didn't get greeted as well. It's the small things that go a long way. My cousin then goes up with us to order & we have to initiate conversation first cause the cashier looks at us - mind you it's 10:30ish am and the past 2 items he tries to order, they're sold out of. At this point I didn't even feel like ordering cause we didn't feel welcomed but then I go ahead & try - their cold foam situation was confusing and so I just ended up not ordering anything. Out of the 4 of us, my little sister was the only one to get a drink and she said it wasn't good. But anyways yeah don't go here lol and this was July 20th when it happened. I mean unless you're white then maybe you'll get treated nicely idk but I wasn't going to give them my business cause like I said simple & small things go a long way.

Harken Cafe was highly recommended and absolutely lived up to the hype! The cafe has the cutest…read morehippie vibes and the staff is super warm and welcoming. Heads up--it gets PACKED on weekends and sometimes even runs out of goodies, so come early. We tried the German chocolate bun and OMG--it was insane. Perfectly buttery, toasted almonds, and rich dark chocolate--it might be the best pastry I've ever had. The Butter Me Up breakfast sandwich was huge and so shareable, packed with bacon, avocado, and egg on a crumbly, buttery biscuit--pure breakfast heaven. To drink, the turmeric chai latte was hot, comforting, and refreshing all at once. Honestly, if you're in Charleston and love cozy spots with epic pastries and breakfast, Harken Cafe is a must!

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.

I'm a 50 year resident of Chas.While taking my early morning walk got a thirst for a coke. Came to…read morediscover that Caviar and Bananas had a virtual monopoly on places South of C of C that sold bottles of coke out of a cooler. Expecting to get gouged for at least $5.00 I was pleasantly informed It was only $2.99.A massive "thumbs up" for Caviar and Bananas!!

We (New York Life) recently partnered with Caviar & Bananas Catering for a formal awards banquet,…read moreand the experience exceeded expectations from start to finish. The food was outstanding -- beautifully presented, flavorful, and consistently praised by our guests throughout the evening. Equally impressive was the professionalism of the on-site team. Service was seamless, attentive, and well-coordinated, which made a significant difference in the overall success of the event. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence were evident at every stage, from planning to execution. Caviar & Bananas delivers both exceptional cuisine and exceptional service. I would confidently recommend them for corporate events, special occasions, or any gathering where quality and reliability matter. We look forward to working with them again in the future.

Went with old faithful, the Kale Chicken Caesar salad which was delicious as always! Two mistakes…read morethough. I placed the order for dine in and it was in a to go box. When I went to take it out of the bag, the lid on my salad wasn't secured which could have resulted in a huge mess. Secondly, the blonde woman who called my name, Jacqueline, kept saying Jack a leen, so to be sure I said "Is this a Kale Caesar Salad for Jacqueline?" Her response was that's a really weird way to spell Jacqueline. I've never met an employee at Alcove or anywhere else in Charleston who was that rude and clueless!

Great outdoor seating…read more Fried chicken sandwhich not good. Definitely frozen chicken they just heat up. I wish restaurants would take pride in their work.