The Richard and Charlene Shipwreck
Even though this seafood restaurant is in an old icehouse, it has all the warm southern charm it needs. One of Charleston's favourite places to eat is the Wreck of the Richard & Charlene. In 1989, when Hurricane Hugo hit, it went right over where the restaurant is now. The Richard & Charlene, a North Atlantic trawler, was right in its way. As the water and wind did their damage, the trawler kept running into the dock next to it. The name of this restaurant comes from that stormy day. This is the place to go to get a real taste of the South. For the people of Charleston, it is one of their most treasured places.
Gullah Cuisine
Charlotte and Frank are well-known for serving traditional Gullah food. When they were catering, the food was so popular that they decided to open their own restaurant in 1997. If you haven't heard of the word "Gullah" before, it comes from a unique and rich history. The Gullah are African Americans who have moved to the Low Country area of Charleston, South Carolina, and down into Georgia. When you go to Gullah Cuisine, you can get a lot of good, old-fashioned country food. Collard greens, okra soup, green beans, macaroni, succotash, cabbage, candied yams, barbecued chicken, and, of course, Charlotte's famous fried chicken. You're also in for a treat if you're looking for pork chops. After eating here, you'll want to come back for more.
Cru Cafe
Sitting on the front porch with a glass of sweet tea is a favourite thing to do in the South. Why not do the same thing at Cru Cafe? With seating both inside and on the porch, you can enjoy Charleston's best food. Cru Cafe is well-known for its high-end comfort food and sweet treats. John Zucker, a famous Le Cordon Bleu chef, opened Cru Cafe in 2002, and Charleston has loved it ever since. The cafe's catering staff has won multiple awards, and both locals and tourists rank it as one of the best places to eat. Enjoy all that downtown Charleston has to offer and get a taste of heaven.
