Johns Island, SC

restaurants

Wild Olive Restaurant

A rustic-chic eatery on St John’s Island that serves a simple menu of Italian staples and artisanal classics, accompanied by an extensive wine list. Wild Olive recently became the first Certified Green Restaurant in South Carolina, whose environmentally conscious business practices add to the popularity of the always-packed restaurant.

Charleston, SC

restaurants

Little Jack's Tavern

Looking for that cozy, off beat, New York City neighborhood restaurant vibe, then Little Jack’s Tavern is the spot. Green-and-white-checkered tablecloths, servers and bartenders in simple black and white attire, and kissing dog salt and pepper shakers all set the stage for familiarity but not cookie cutter. Start with a classic cocktail, the chopped salad, then go tavern burger with any version of potato on the menu.

Charleston, SC

restaurants

The Watch Rooftop Kitchen and Spirits

Offers hand crafted cocktails and farm-to-table dishes and snacks. The rooftop views are amazing, you can see the whole city!

Sullivan's Island, SC

restaurants

The Obstinate Daughter

If your date is into trying different foods, and okay with sharing plates, then take them here. Seafood dishes, pasta, and pizza are the sure shots, but don’t forget an order of their signature Geechie Frites, long strips of fried polenta served with salsa rosa.

Charleston, SC

bar • restaurants

Muse Restaurant

Make sure to come and experience this hidden gem on Society Street! The wine bar is intimate and Donnie & Drew make it an exciting atmosphere for locals and non-locals.

Charleston, SC

bar • restaurants

The Alley

The retro vibes at The Alley offer a twist to the traditional “meet for drinks” first date. For a little extra pizazz, stop by on Tuesday nights for $2 Tuesday and “light up the lanes” (basically Cosmic Bowling on acid). Just remember to BYOS (bring your own socks).

North Charleston, SC

bar • experience

Striped Pig Distillery

Take a distillery tour! Charleston’s liquor scene has started to boom in recent years, and date night is the perfect time to take advantage of that. For starters, you can take a tour of Striped Pig’s distillery for a paltry $5 -- $10 if you’re paying for your date -- and try some of its signature brands, which range from spiced rum to vodka to moonshine.