The Darling Oyster Bar

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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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4.51,632 reviews
Luree H.
11/29/2025

Had an amazing time. Crab cakes were great, oysters amazing. Heather was a great server mad amazing recommendations gave us great history!

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Reese S.
11/28/2025

Honestly this is one of my favorite places in Charleston && with the hype and line. The staff are always the best && I love sitting at the oyster bar and watching the guys chuck all the oysters...

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Lena M.
11/20/2025

My fiancé and I were in town for a wedding and had seen that The Darling had made Charleston's Top Places to Eat According to Yelp Elites and had to try it! I LOVE oysters, so raw bars trending...

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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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Dale H.
12/13/2025

We were able to get an early rez here before flying home. So glad we dined here! Service is great and the food is also! We started with the raw oysters! Yum!! Locally harvested and a nice...

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