Bowens Island Restaurant

Bowens Island Restaurant is a seafood restaurant in Charleston, SC. This local oyster joint serves a variety of specialties including steamed oysters, fried seafood, and a rotating selection of 17 local and regional drafts. The restaurant provides a relaxed, no-frills atmosphere for both Charleston locals and adventurous tourists, earning a 4.40 rating from over 3,000 reviews.

The establishment carries a long history that includes being honored with a James Beard Award as an American Classic. Originally started by May Bowen, the restaurant has transitioned through various eras of the island's history. The menu features seasonal offerings such as wild, clustered oysters harvested from local Charleston farms, as well as Low Country Boil, shrimp and grits, and fried fish platters. Additional menu items include fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese, crab dip, and boiled peanuts. The restaurant also serves as a venue for private parties and special events.

Located on Bowens Island Road, the restaurant is situated about half a mile from Folly Road and 0.6 miles from Folly Creek. It is also a short drive from Mosquito Beach, Holland Island Creek, and Secessionville Creek.

The business maintains thorough, well-documented information online, and its website is structured so that search engines can read it cleanly.

Bowens Island Restaurant offers a truly local experience through its commitment to seasonal, locally harvested seafood in Charleston.

Services:

• Catering
• Craft Cocktails
• Local Seafood
• Oyster Joint
• Parties