Molly's Guidebook
Sightseeing
The Angel Oak Tree has been a site of wonder and inspiration for generations.
440 locals recommend
Angel Oak Tree
3688 Angel Oak RdThe Angel Oak Tree has been a site of wonder and inspiration for generations.
Drive down to the east end of the island as far as the road takes you. From there you can get out walk to the end of the island either by road, past the barricade or by the beach. I like to do a loop. You can see the light house from the end and often there are dolphins close to shore.
119 locals recommend
Morris Island Lighthouse
1750 East Ashley AvenueDrive down to the east end of the island as far as the road takes you. From there you can get out walk to the end of the island either by road, past the barricade or by the beach. I like to do a loop. You can see the light house from the end and often there are dolphins close to shore.
On the weekends, the beach can get pretty crowded at this part of the island. If you drive east, the further you go it becomes less crowded. There’s an area just past 13th st. called the “washout” that is where the surfers go. If you continue on, it becomes less populated. If you go all the way to the end, you can park and walk to the end and see the light house, across the inlet on Morris Island. Alternatively, the far west end of the island is a county park. There’s a small fee to park. There are bathrooms and a concession stand.
581 locals recommend
Folly Beach
East Ashley AvenueOn the weekends, the beach can get pretty crowded at this part of the island. If you drive east, the further you go it becomes less crowded. There’s an area just past 13th st. called the “washout” that is where the surfers go. If you continue on, it becomes less populated. If you go all the way to the end, you can park and walk to the end and see the light house, across the inlet on Morris Island. Alternatively, the far west end of the island is a county park. There’s a small fee to park. There are bathrooms and a concession stand.
Food scene
It’s only a block away and has pretty good food! Outdoor dining available.
39 locals recommend
Lowlife Bar
106 E Hudson AveIt’s only a block away and has pretty good food! Outdoor dining available.
Lots of vegetarian options and curries. Interesting fusion of local and Asian/Indian influences. One of my favorites
117 locals recommend
Jack of Cups Saloon
34 Center StLots of vegetarian options and curries. Interesting fusion of local and Asian/Indian influences. One of my favorites
A great standby. Excellent Margaritas and lots of options for kids such as quesadillas and nachos. The tacos are usually pretty good. Lots of outdoor seating.
95 locals recommend
Taco Boy
106 E Ashley AveA great standby. Excellent Margaritas and lots of options for kids such as quesadillas and nachos. The tacos are usually pretty good. Lots of outdoor seating.
Lost Dog Cafe
106 W Huron AveLocal favorite for breakfast.
The Crab Shack
8486 Dorchester RdAvoid this place. It’s a disappointment to most.
Just off the island. You’ll need to drive. However, this is where the locals go for fried seafood or oysters.
171 locals recommend
Bowens Island Restaurant
1870 Bowens Island RdJust off the island. You’ll need to drive. However, this is where the locals go for fried seafood or oysters.
Downtown Charleston. You’ll need reservations or maybe take a chance at getting a seat at the bar. It’s date night fancy. Not recommended for children
165 locals recommend
The Ordinary
544 King StDowntown Charleston. You’ll need reservations or maybe take a chance at getting a seat at the bar. It’s date night fancy. Not recommended for children
Downtown Charleston. Owned by the same folks as The Ordinary. Reservations usually need to be made well in advance unless you can get a seat at the bar.
177 locals recommend
FIG
232 Meeting StDowntown Charleston. Owned by the same folks as The Ordinary. Reservations usually need to be made well in advance unless you can get a seat at the bar.
Chubby Fish
252 Coming StCharleston, upper peninsula. Love this place!
Charleston, upper peninsula. It’s lively and there may be a wait, but it’s worth it.
230 locals recommend
Leon's
698 King StCharleston, upper peninsula. It’s lively and there may be a wait, but it’s worth it.
Another local favorite. It can be pretty spicy so if that’s not your thing...
212 locals recommend
Xiao Bao Biscuit
224 Rutledge AveAnother local favorite. It can be pretty spicy so if that’s not your thing...
Located on James Island, a few miles from the beach, on Folly Rd. I've eaten here recently and it was pretty good! It's probably not worth leaving the island for, but if you are off the island anyway, I recommend it.
11 locals recommend
Jalisco Taqueria & Tequila
1271 Folly RdLocated on James Island, a few miles from the beach, on Folly Rd. I've eaten here recently and it was pretty good! It's probably not worth leaving the island for, but if you are off the island anyway, I recommend it.
I love Chico Feo. It's casual and funky. Outside seating only. They have really good tacos and bowls. Monday night is open mike night. A lot of locals gather here. If you want to perform, sign up early!
103 locals recommend
Chico Feo
122 E Ashley AveI love Chico Feo. It's casual and funky. Outside seating only. They have really good tacos and bowls. Monday night is open mike night. A lot of locals gather here. If you want to perform, sign up early!
Live music outdoors. It's basically barfood, but Sunday nights is Reggae night, and very popular. Check their website to see entertainment schedule.
39 locals recommend
The Washout
41 Center StLive music outdoors. It's basically barfood, but Sunday nights is Reggae night, and very popular. Check their website to see entertainment schedule.
rita's seaside grill
Comfort food. A bit pricey, in my opinion, but tasty!
Local movie theater
James Island. They show a mixture of art films and Hollywood
The Terrace Theater
1956d Maybank HwyAll levels yoga
This is a fun thing to do! All you need to bring is a towel to use as a mat and maybe water or sunscreen. The class is usually easy and restorative. The cost is whatever you want to donate. Look on Facebook for the most up to date schedule . Serenity Tree Yoga.
Serenity Tree Yoga
6th Street WestThis is a fun thing to do! All you need to bring is a towel to use as a mat and maybe water or sunscreen. The class is usually easy and restorative. The cost is whatever you want to donate. Look on Facebook for the most up to date schedule . Serenity Tree Yoga.