The best cafes in Charleston

3 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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The Front Porch Coffeehouse and Creamery

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When you need a legit pick-me-up and something tasty, The Front Porch Coffeehouse and Creamery serves a full gourmet coffee bar and healthy…

3510 Park Ave Blvd (Mt Pleasant)

“When you need a legit pick-me-up and something tasty, The Front Porch Coffeehouse and Creamery serves a full gourmet coffee bar and healthy café fare with desserts that hit the spot. Order online for a quick grab this week or let them cater your next get-together.”

From the Mount Pleasant newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Owlbear Cafe

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Cozy bakery and cafe dispensing coffee, espresso drinks, salads, soups, sandwiches and beer, plus offering breakfast, brunch, waffles and…

1964 Riviera Dr J (Mt Pleasant)

“Cozy bakery and cafe dispensing coffee, espresso drinks, salads, soups, sandwiches and beer, plus offering breakfast, brunch, waffles and toasts, and hosting board game nights.”

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Pounce Cat Cafe + Wine Bar

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Coffee, wine & beer plus pastries & sweets in a living room setting roamed by adoptable cats.

283 Meeting St

“Coffee, wine & beer plus pastries & sweets in a living room setting roamed by adoptable cats.”

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