4 Local Charleston, South Carolina Restaurants/Bars/Pubs with Affordable Drinks and Food and Electric Vibes

In Charleston, South Carolina we have a number of great bars and pubs with vibrant energy as well as affordable drinks and food. We would love to give a shoutout to four locations (across various parts o the peninsula) where locals go to unwind without flattening the wallet.

• Recovery Room Tavern (685 King St, Charleston, SC 29403): Known for its cheap beer and lively atmosphere, with happy hour specials, the Recovery Room breaks all the rules for fun. With theme nights, drink specials and a raw sense of humor that would make Monty Python blush, the Rec Room is a place to be your self and maybe make a new friend. Did we mention they are the number #1 seller of PBR in the nation!

• The Griffon (18 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC 29401): A cozy British pub offering cheap beer/food and a casual vibe. Let us tell you, the food is satisfying especially the Reuben. Once you walk in, you will see dollar bills from the ceiling to the floor with messages from all around the world. At the bar is a zest for London, an old time dart board by the restrooms and a yearning to watch a Premier League match or Ted Lasso.

• Big John’s Tavern (251 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401): This dive bar features handcrafted drinks at reasonable prices, solid and dependable food and a rich tradition in Charleston. Recently revamped, Big John’s has a new look, but the same traditional feel of welcomeness and community.

• Moe’s Crosstown Tavern (714 Rutledge Ave, Charleston, SC 29403): Offers cheap drinks and food in a relaxed setting. Though the setting is relaxing, expect it to be crowded with locals a lot. This is a true neighborhood bar. That is hard to comprehend in a city known for tourism, but Moe’s nailed it. We cannot emphasize enough how great their sandwiches are.

If you truly want to be local, meet some down to earth good folk and have a few pints, sandwich, salad or fries, you will never go wrong with these 3 spots.

P.S. They spots are frequented by food & beverage workers, so if you meet one, you are in for some great storytelling.

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