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South Carolina Restaurant With Best Ocean Views Nationally Acclaimed And Hurricane Proof

Author Debbie Nance

Any time I can find a great restaurant with a chance to dine outside and nice views, I’m in. And, this South Carolina restaurant with best ocean views has quite a bit to applaud.

About The South Carolina Restaurant With Best Ocean Views

According to Yelp, Charleston’s Fleet Landing Restaurant and Bar is among the top 20 restaurants with ocean views in the United States. So, we wanted to learn more about this nationally acclaimed spot.

In browsing their website, I find an interesting history about the South Carolina restaurant with best ocean views. Fleet Landing makes its home in a 1940s retired naval building on the east side of the Charleston peninsula.

The US Navy built the structure as a debarkation point for sailors, which sat vacant after the war. And, eventually the South Carolina Port Authority acquired it in the ’60s for storage.

Then, around 2004 Tradd Newton who had dreamed of reimagining the structure did just that with the addition of Fleet Landing Restaurant and Bar. And, all these years later, visitors flock to the spot.

As with any facility located on the waterfront, hurricanes are a possibility. However, Fleet Landing is somewhat hurricane proof in a 6000 square foot concrete structure. But, with oversized windows and its location over the marsh, the views of the harbor are unobstructed and stunning.

Food At The Restaurant With Best Ocean Views

Now, let’s talk about the food at the South Carolina restaurant with the best ocean views. Of course, seafood is front and center. And, one of the entrees that brings in low country cuisine enthusiasts is Fleet Landing’s Charleston Shrimp & Grits.

But, it doesn’t stop with the classic favorite. My mouth was watering just reading about the Signature Stuffed Hushpuppies on the starter menu. The dish features lobster, rock shrimp, leeks and corn over Creole tomato sauce.

Diners can also feast on classic Southern staples like Fried Green Tomatoes, She Crab Soup and Gumbo. I can’t get there fast enough!

Fleet Landing is open for lunch 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and for dinner 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. There’s happy hour menus and a brunch on Sunday. See their website for all the details and delicious menu options to plan your adventure.

Plus, check out all the press and recognition Fleet Landing has received over the years. It’s quite impressive.

And, take a look at Yelp’s top 20 restaurants with ocean views to find more breathtaking locations across the nation.

Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.

South Carolina Is Home To Several Of The Nation's Top Rated Seafood Restaurants

Oh, seafood. When it is good- it’s good, when it’s bad though it’s bad. It can also be a little pricey. So if you are planning on indulging in some fresh delicious seafood you want to know that it’s going to be worth the money. And luckily for you, we know some spots. It’s no secret that South Carolina is home to some great seafood. Especially in the Charleston area which is known (and often recognized) for its culinary scene. So when Yelp published their top 100 seafood spots I knew we’d find at least a few restaurants mentioned. But what are the best top-rated South Carolina seafood restaurants? Keep reading to find out.

What I found after skimming the list is that the Palmetto State scored 6 restaurants on the list including one that made the top 5. And spoiler alert they aren’t all in Charleston or the surrounding area. This is good as it means great seafood delicacies are accessible no matter what part of the state you call home. And whether it’s raw oysters, fried seafood platters, crab cakes, lobster rolls, the Lowcountry classic shrimp and grits, or anything else you can find it in the state!

The Best South Carolina Seafood Restaurants

To create this list Yelp identified businesses in their seafood category that had an abundance of reviews praising the term “seafood”. From there restaurants were ranked using factors like the total rankings. Only 10 restaurants per state we able to be included in this list to ensure “geographical diversity”.

It’s now past daylight savings time, it’s warm, and what better way to celebrate that than some fresh seafood, a cold drink, and perhaps a patio? Your next spot to do just that is waiting. So give this list featuring the best of the best South Carolina top-rated seafood restaurants a look. You can view the full Yelp list here. Did your favorite make the list? Let us know!

  • 100. The Royal Tern

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    You’ll find The Royal Tern in Johns Island, SC. This dinner-only restaurant features fried seafood, a raw bar, and a variety of entrees like swordfish, yellowfin tuna, and scallops. They also offer steaks for the land lovers. They describe as a “family restaurant and neighborhood eatery”. View the full menu here.

  • 89. Low Country Fish Camp

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    Staying in the Charleston area you’ll find Summerville’s Low Country Fish Camp known for its outdoor dining in addition to the delightful seafood. Low Country Fish Camp prides itself on the “laid back, rustic and eclectic” feel of the restaurant and bar. On the menu you’ll find a variety of platters served fried, grilled or blackened, as well as dished like the Lowcountry classic shrimp and grits, or a poy boy sandwich. View the full menu here.

  • 65. Acme Lowcounty Kitchen

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    At Isle of Palms Acme Lowcountry Kitchen, you can choose to dine for breakfast, lunch, or dinner in the welcoming laid back beach atmosphere. They even have a swim-up bar and I may or may not be planning a trip now. Acme describes its food as having casual elements of traditional coastal cuisine with classic fare. The menu features numerous versions of shrimp and grits, fried seafood platters, and a “Lowcountry favorites” section that includes a seafood pasta that sounds divine. View the full menus here.

  • 57. Tubb's Shrimp & Fish Co.

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    There’s a good chance you drive through Florence on your way from Charlotte to Myrtle Beach or the surrounding area. Next time, time your trip to be there around meal time and you can get your high-quality seafood before you reach the beach. Tubb’s began as a supplier for a pop-up seafood market in Florence and transitioned into a full-service restaurant the following year. The menu features “regionally styled seafood platters” reminiscent of those you’d find in Calabash, NC as well as dishes that reflect the Lowcountry cuisine of South Carolina. View the full menu here. 

  • 36. Hutto Seafood Market and Kitchen

    Orangeburg is home to the 2nd highest rated seafood in North Carolina. That’s where you’ll find Hutto Seafood Market & Kitchen. According to its website whether you are looking for “fried whole fish with head-on or off, fish fillets, shrimp, or steamed black mussels, green mussels, clams, blue crab, crawfish, crab legs, king crab legs”, or anything else they have it all. They even offer drive-thru take out which I fully support! View the menu here.

  • 4. 167 Raw Oyster Bar

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    This isn’t the first recognition 167 Raw or its family of restaurants has received. So if we keep hearing about it it must be top-notch! 167 Raw Oyster Bar is located in historic downtown Charleston, SC. They are a New England-style oyster bar featuring only the freshest locally sourced seafood. It’s by far the priciest restaurant featured on this list from SC, and the inclusion of caviar on their menu confirms that. In addition to raw bar offerings, they also offer dishes like seafood tacos, scallops, po boys, and a fish of the day. View the full menu here.

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