The Darling

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513 King St
Charleston, SC 29403
+1 (843) 641-0821
http://thedarling.com

The Darling Oyster Bar, located on bustling King Street in Charleston, SC, is a vintage raw oyster bar housed in a beautifully restored, 115-year-old storefront. With a focus on celebrating the bounty of the sea and the rhythm of the seasons, this instant classic offers a 14-seat raw bar, delicious dining options, and a full-service bar.

Whether you choose to grab a stool at the raw bar, settle into a table full of deliciousness, or perch beside the bar, The Darling Oyster Bar promises a memorable dining experience that captures the essence of Charleston's culinary scene.

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4.51,624 reviews
Diane D.
10/11/2025

The restaurant is beautiful. The food was Amazing. Our server, Amy, made my first oyster experience awesome. We can't wait to go back again!

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Natalie F.
10/27/2025

Loved this place! Inside was decorated super cute and they give out the most adorable matchbooks at the front. Easily the best oysters in downtown charleston and I have trued quite a few. I also...

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Ashton E.
9/27/2025

This place was amazing! There weren't any tables, but the hostess was super nice and told us that any of their 3 bars was fair game. We decided on the bar over looking the oyster shucking and it...

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Dom P.
9/3/2025

Our last day in Charleston SC my wife and I were searching for a nice oyster bar. My wife happened across an ad for this restaurant online. Upon arrival the restaurant was closed yet what we could...

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Suzanne C.
10/29/2025

Went here again for the first time in almost ten years. Had a reservation but seats were open at the bar. We almost changed but 'o backs on the barstools. Ordered the spicy blood orange...

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