Undiscovered Charleston: Mosquito Beach and Restaurants
The Gullah community has a proud heritage and celebrates with pride. Their history of culture, family and food are an integral part of the Charleston area. There are some very celebrated areas of Gullah Food and lifestyle in Charleston, but just off of Folly Road, lies a community whose history dates back a few hundred years. Generations has lived on these streets and homes that for some have been forgotten by time, but still honored in tradition. We want to bring awareness to some of the truly great undiscovered parts of Charleston.
Where Can I Find Mosquito Beach?
Down the ways a bit on Sol Legare, there is a little spot that most do not know about, but truly gives you a feel of the Lowcountry and that is Mosquito Beach.
The directions are simple: If you are heading to Folly Beach, turn right of Folly Road just after the Harris Teeter onto Sol Legare. After about 2 miles you will see Mosquito Beach Road. Make a left and you will enter a small coastal road with gorgeous sunrises, scenic waterways and a few great restaurants including Suga Shack, Island Breeze and D&F.
There, you can enjoy home style cooking with a smile and maybe hear a few stories of the history of this area. As one of the signs says, “Come in Peace, Leave in Peace”. That says it all.
Hint: Follow the wooden signs painted in the vibrant Gullah colors.
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Thank you Charleston Daily! I am going to go visit Mosquito Beach next weekend.
Silvia, please let us know how your experience is. Mark
Did u get to eat at any of the restaurants?
Carla, we have not yet had a chance to dine there. Mark
I first heard of Mosquito Beach watching Kardea Brown on the Food Network. I think it is so awesome that this meeting place is being restored, and that it has been declared a historical landmark. As an African American this makes me very proud. Planning on a visit with my family in the near future. Thank you for this article and thank you Kardea Brown.
Never heard of Mosquito Beach 🏖️ before, now the I know I would love to visit this history landmark and eat in some of the restaurants that’s still there….