Tori's Top 5 Favorite Brunch Spots in Charleston | Part 1

Tori Rhoad • September 23, 2021

Get ready for your mouth to start drooling and your stomach to start rumbling because I am taking you through my 5 favorite brunch spots across the Ravenel Bridge.


Here in the Lowcountry, brunch is a MUST on Saturday’s and Sundays. Whether you're grabbing a bite before heading out on the water, hanging out all day to watch Football, or having a good ole fashion “Sunday Funday” my top 5 picks will surely do the trick! 


1. Page's Okra Grill

First on my list is the famous Page's Okra Grill in Mount Pleasant right past Shem Creek. Page's has a wide variety of hearty breakfast foods and several signature dishes that are sure to please everyone! Page's is known for their shrimp and grits and award winning bloody marys! My personal favorite is the country fried steak and eggs! Now fair warning, because of it’s popularity, you may experience a wait. But no worries, Page's has a great outdoor bar with live music so you can sip on one of their delicious bloody marys and get your groove on while you wait! 


2. The Shelter Kitchen and Bar

Next stop is where you are likely to find me on any Saturday or Sunday; The Shelter Kitchen and Bar. You may remember me bragging about Shelter in the happy hour episode and you get to hear more about it today! Shelter has a delicious brunch menu with fantastic drink deals! Get a carafe of mimosa for just $9 or build your own bloody mary starting at $5! With several TVs, live music, corn hole, and a shaded deck, Shelter is the place to be! 


Watch our Lively Charleston episode on Tori's  Favorite Brunch Spots in Charleston!


3. Mex 1 Coastal Cantina

Another favorite of mine is Mex 1 Coastal Cantina on Sullivan's Island. Mex 1 just started offering brunch a few months ago, and I have to say, they nailed it! With options ranging from tacos and burritos to french toast, there is zero doubt that you won’t find something delicious! I would personally recommend the burrito covered in queso! The Mex 1 bar staff also went above and beyond creating mouth-watering brunch drinks! Not on Sullivan's Island? No worries, you can also check out their Mount Pleasant or West Ashley locations for the same great brunch and atmosphere! 


4. Acme Lowcountry Kitchen

If you’re trying to get to the beach on Isle of Palms early to snag a parking spot but still need to get some grub, then check out Acme Lowcountry Kitchen. Offering omelets, egg benedicts, grit bowls, traditional brunch, and fried seafood, you will certainly have plenty of options to choose from while sitting inside or on their covered patio! They have plenty of delicious variations of blood marys to choose from as well! I suggest trying the bacon vodka one! 


5. The Co-Op

Last on the list for today is for you Frosé lovers… The Co-Op on Sullivan's Island. Serving gourmet sandwiches, breakfast, $1 coffee, and world famous Frosé, the Co-Op is a must! Enjoy a healthy and light breakfast while beating the southern heat with one of their many different options of flavored Frosé. 


I don’t know about y’all but talking about all this food has made me pretty darn hungry! Check out these fantastic brunch spots and let me know in the comments which one is your favorite!

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