Charleston

Cafes

Where to Sit: One large room and the wine library are available for private parties.

Know Before You Go: The 1000 block of Lancaster has several businesses, but the door to the restaurant is actually on Exeter.

Southern sensibilities meet big-city sophistication, and diners are the lucky beneficiaries at chef Cindy Wolf's and partner-husband Tony Foreman's lovely Charleston. From its gleaming open kitchen comes low country Carolina cooking backed… Read More

Southern sensibilities meet big-city sophistication, and diners are the lucky beneficiaries at chef Cindy Wolf's and co-owner Tony Foreman’s Charleston. From its gleaming open kitchen comes low-country Carolina cooking backed by French fundamentals. Wolf’s daily menu gathers the best of each season into a winsome collection of elegant eats, while Foreman’s commanding wine list offers a...

Chef Javier Lopez creates comforting-yet-sophisticated dishes with Tex-Mex flair at this beloved Midtown eatery. Inside, the restaurant is rather loud on busy weekend nights, but the large, outdoor patio is where it’s at on warm weather days. Start with house-made chips and guacamole or shrimp lollipops, and then sample Lopez’s lobster tamales or build-your-own quesadilla or fajitas. While Café...

The Scene
Charleston's decor and ambience provide a visually stimulating feast for the eyes. Low-hung chandeliers and warm woodwork contribute an impression of dining on an elegant...

This downtown restaurant serves elegant, yet simple, French-inspired Southern cuisine. Take the fried oysters, for instance, in their golden-brown cornmeal batter, or the crab soup that's as creamy as most bisques. These are true examples of gracious living. Add the tranquil, pastel-colored decor and the expert service and you come up with a most enjoyable dining experience at Charleston.