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The Top Coffee Shops in Charleston, SC

Jeremy Feldman • Nov 05, 2020

Ready for a cup of Joe? Whether you like it black or with extra sugar & cream, we've got some great recommendations in the Charleston area ...


1. Orange Spot Coffee
Over in Park Circle in North Charleston, this place is super welcoming, really comfortable and, of course, they serve great coffee. If you're hungry, they also have an awesome selection of breakfast options. More notably, their sandwiches really can compete with some of the best kitchens in town.


2. The Skinny Dip
This is one of the coolest concepts that we've ever seen! Downstairs, you can

shop there selection of local designer brands, but upstairs has everything you could possibly look for in a great coffee shop. They have a 20-foot coffee and wine bar and an amazing outdoor patio with plenty of space if you want to actually get some work done. You can even rent it out for events and parties!

Watch our Lively Charleston episode on the top 5 coffee shops!

 (Note: Green and Grounds, featured in this video, has now closed.)


3. Vintage Coffee Cafe
This is one of the most talked-about coffee shops in town. This charming Mount Pleasant home was converted into a cafe that now serves amazing coffee. They have a great food menu and a super cool backyard outdoor area where you can drink your coffee while the kids can play.


4. Black Magic Cafe
Located on James Island and in West Ashley, this coffee shop is also the home to some amazing breakfast and lunch meals. NOTE: Although their Folly Beach location recently closed as of 2020, Black Magic is still a local favorite.

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