Best Breakfast & Brunch Spots in Charleston

For those looking for staples of the Charleston’s foodie scene, take notice. These are some of the breakfast spots that are a must-try for all out-of-town visitors. Get ready to enjoy dishes that define Lowcountry cuisine against some of the most charming and picturesque backdrops our city has to offer.

Palmetto Café

This AAA Four-Diamond restaurants is best known for its tranquil, garden-like ambiance — the perfect setting for breakfast, lunch or a weekend brunch. With plenty of vegetarian, gluten free and vegan options to choose from, Palmetto Café is a crowd pleaser that will leave everyone craving for more. 

Café Framboise 

Always fresh and never made from scratch, Café Framboise’s patisserie and artisanal croissants are some of the best in town. Founded by Chef Dominique Chantepie, this spot not only offers a delightful and memorable breakfast experience for all guests, it also has to-die-for macarons you can take to go.

Breizh Pan Crepes 

Winner of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2017-2019, this cozy, pastel-hued café serves a wide array of sweet and savory crepes, espresso and omelets. Owners Patrice and Celine were born and raised in Brittany, the French region were crepes first saw the light of day — it’s in their blood! 

The Rise at Restoration Hotel

Open seven days a week, The Rise serves some of the finest and most delicious coffee you’ll ever have. We’ve partnered with Springbok Coffee Roasters to create our very own blend, with coffee beans grown in Guatemala, Kenya and El Salvador — it’s only available to guests at The Restoration.

If you’re looking for a delicious and satisfying way to start your day, look no further — this selection of Charleston foodie favorites will have you leaping out of bed in the morning. They’ll surely hit the spot!