Dinner + Drinks with a View
Admire Charleston’s skyline from these rooftop hot spots
BURWELL’S STONEFIRE GRILL: This award-winning steak and seafood restaurant offers a modern outdoor scene, lined with lights and an exquisite view of downtown Charleston. The seafood is always fresh, and the beef is always prime. Head to the rooftop patio bar for happy hour each day from 4-7 p.m. 14 North Market St., Charleston burwellscharleston.com
CHARLESTON CRAB HOUSE: The downtown location of this Lowcountry staple serves up fresh local seafood with a view of the Charleston Market below. The nighttime lights make this a perfect dinner choice with the hustle and bustle of the city right beneath you. 41 S. Market St., Charleston charlestoncrabhouse.com
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CHARLESTON IS KNOWN FOR HER SPECTACULAR SKYLINE. From the diamond spans of the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge over the Cooper River to sunsets on the water to church steeples dotting the horizon, this city is postcard worthy. To get a bird’s eye view of these breathtaking views, we’ve selected our top picks for dining with a view so you can enjoy two of Charleston’s best features – her good looks and her food.
CITRUS CLUB: The Dewberry hotel’s eighth-floor terrace is the highest rooftop venue in Charleston. Open 2-10 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday, Citrus Club features citrus-inspired cocktails and fresh light bites. 334 Meeting St. thedewberrycharleston.com GABRIELLE CHARLESTON: One of Charleston’s newest luxury hotels is Hotel Bennett located in the heart of downtown. Be sure to visit Gabrielle Charleston for breakfast, lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch featuring locally sourced ingredients. Savor a meal overlooking Marion Square on Gabrielle’s sweeping plaza. 404 King St. hotelbennett.com HENRY’S: The cozy seating on the rooftop deck offers the feel of sitting on a southern porch complete with your favorite cocktail and live music. Henry’s is the perfect downtown dinner destination or late-night stop after an evening exploring Charleston. 54 North Market St., Charleston henryshousecharleston.com
