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

Cute coffee/matcha shop. Interior is cute and they have a big mirror with about 8 indoor seats…read more Short line, fast to order and get our drinks. My friends enjoyed and finished their coffee. The matcha was grainy, but it was okay if you ignore the gritty/grainy taste from undermixing. Love that they offer complimentary dog treats at the register.

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.

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.

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

I came in for a to go order. The desserts are in the bar area right by the door, making the line a…read morebit awkward, as there's a lot of desserts to look at with only a small amount of space designated for them. The line moved quickly, nonetheless. The team was friendly and let me take my time ordering. The cake slices are just as delicious as they are giant. I had the red velvet and my grandparents got carrot cake. Everyone was happy. The cake was fresh, moist and flavorful. The red velvet didn't have much chocolate, but it was still great. I prefer a pretty chocolate dense red velvet but this was delivered well.

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.

Oh my goodness! This easily has become my new favorite coffee shop. The treats are delicious! The…read morecoffee is great. In two days, we've tried the maple latte, an Americano, and an iced matcha. Every one was delicious. The inside is precious. Everything is well thought out and planned with the space. It is a little cramped and can be a little loud, but it's worth it. We'll be in the city another two days and will most certainly be back.

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.

Great seating area when walking in and comfy!…read more Lot of options on the menu too, quick and easy

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.

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!

Nice staff however not spectacular coffee . Average and not hot , just warm . The beans are sweet…read morebut lacked flavor

Our smoothie was delicious and such a wonderful, welcoming environment to all!!! 100% recommend !!read more

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!!!

Great place to sit and get some work done. Coffee is delicious. I come here every time I'm in…read moreCharleston.

My husband said this was the best mocha he has ever had. I just had a basic drip coffee but it was…read moreperfectly smooth and creamy. Happened to walk by this cutesy coffee shop while leaving the Hotel Emiline. The baristas were so friendly and accommodating. Will definitely pop in the next time I'm downtown!

PHENOMENAL ATMOSPHERE AND SERVICE!!! Southern hospitality…read moreat its finest! Immediately when you walk in, you feel at home. Welllllll if your home surrounds you with a case full of heavenly made pies, cakes, and delectables and a grill and bar turning out tantalizing treats for your tastebuds-- then yes, yes you'll feel right at home! THE BEST KEY LIME PIE EVVVVVVERRRR! Do yourself a favor and add this place to your itinerary of must visit places in Charleston! You will only regret it if you skip it!

Carmella's is cute and sleek. It's a nice place to go if you're in a hurry…read more I got a tiramisu cup and key lime pie to go. The tiramisu was delicious, although a bit mild in flavor in terms of espresso. I loved the texture of it. It was soft and not too wet, with an abundance of lady fingers. They did not skimp at all when it came cream. I do wish the flavor was stronger. The key lime pie had a delicious filling and the meringue was perfect. I do prefer a graham cracker crust and think that it was missing. The tart shell was good, but not defining of a key lime pie, in my opinion. I will definitely return! Thanks Carmella's!