This place was so good. We went for lunch after a morning of traveling and couldn't believe how good it was. It was right across the street from Charleston Place so we got it to go and went back to hang out in the room. The chicken breast and italian pannini couldn't have been better. The bread makes it! Going... more

What a wonderful place to drop in for a cup of tea or coffee. Not wanting a full meal we found this place purely by accident just wandering around the streets from our hotel. Smashing pot of tea and lovely carrot cake - wish we could have stayed longer but it was late in the evening and not long before... more

Great coffee, tea, and the best carrot cake I have ever had! more

Although I'm guilty of patronizing that "big chain" coffee shop at times, I try to support the local independents when possible. This shop is a delight. They've obviously established a loyal clientele, but welcomed us with warmth and a noticeable lack of coffeehouse "attitude". My chai tea latte was made flawlessly, and I'll certainly return on my next trip to... more

we were accepted by the owner as if family...took our orders and made certain that we were in the right place to see the art...to hear the music (good-stuff)...as if in another life he was the owner-operator of a music-store in aesthetic north carolina and used that experience to select all the music...lotz of it...very baroque coffee shop the author... more

wonderful coffee, yummy brownie, friendly barista more

City lights is a must stop for anyone who enjoys an espresso or small European coffe bars. Great espresso and a cool little atmosphere. I travel to charleston a couple times a year fir work and always make this my afternoon espresso stop when I'm in town. Every city and town in the country should have a local spot like... more

We visited this coffee shop based on online reviews during our first trip to Charleston. Not only were our drinks skillfully made, but the barista was extremely friendly. Although we only spent about 5 minutes in the coffee shop, when we came back the next morning, he not only remembered us, but he remembered our order from the previous day!... more

I recently went to Charleston and found this fabulous coffee cafe on Market between Meeting and King. Aperfect spot for some GREAT coffee, nice sweets to go with the cup of Joe or tea. The owner is warm, engaging man who is generous with his time in welcoming one to this fine city. I went there several times during my... more