Charleston is one of our favorite places. Read up, plan ahead,
and make the most of it. Some of our favorite things
to do and see below.

leon’s oyster shop

Great vibe. Great fried seafood, but also great things that aren’t fried seafood like the frozen G&T. Go here. Lunch or dinner.

Rodney Scott bbq

You’ll be eating brisket and pulled pork from Lewis’ BBQ on Saturday, but you’re in the South and you’re probably from PA and you probably don’t actually know what good BBQ is, so eat it two days in a row, who cares. Rodney is a SC native and won a James Beard his first year open.

167 raw

Our favorite oyster joint in the city. Sean Rieflin, the guy who is running the seafood for the wedding, helped get this off the ground. It’s small and it’s popular, so expect a wait. And if they play dumb music, don’t blame us. Sometimes they do, but ya know. 

Chez Nous

Romance! Get it on at Chez Nous. This place rules. If you’re here early, it’s a must. Simple French cooking at its finest.

xiao bao biscuit

Our awesome DJ for the wedding, Duolan, aka DJ Auntie Anne, runs Xaio Bao. Go hang and eat damn good Thai food. Laid back, good people, and good food. Lunch or dinner.

moe’s crosstown

We are aware that we’re getting married during football season. If you’re trying to catch a game and eat wings and not see the sun, Moe’s Crosstown the spot. If you want the same, but with sun, Hometeam BBQ is the other spot.

callie’s hot little biscuit

If you don’t go early, you’ll get caught in a crazy line and once you see and smell what’s happening in there you won’t want to wait. Wake up and go early!

Royal American

Outside of downtown, but our favorite bar in the city. Very dive-y. Music most nights. Maybe go post Saturday night bus.

Faculty Lounge

Is fun. Cocktails. Lotta locals. Used to be an old social club. Good vibes.

Sights