Sorelle Mercato

Sorelle Mercato is a modern Italian restaurant in Charleston, SC, offering a daily menu of classic and casual fare rooted in southern Italian traditions with a Lowcountry twist. Located at 90 Broad Street in Historic Downtown Charleston, it serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, featuring dishes such as Sicilian-style pizza, paninis, salads, pastries, and a curated marketplace of authentic Italian goods. The restaurant welcomes both locals and visitors, providing all-day food and beverage experiences across its two-story space, including a bar, lounge, and retail market. It holds a 4.50 rating based on 108 reviews, reflecting strong customer satisfaction with its food, service, and atmosphere.

The Mercato, situated on the first floor, emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients and regional influences, with dishes like the Avocado Bruschetta, Breakfast Panino with Story Farm egg and prosciutto, and the Whipped Ricotta Toast with fig jam and seasonal fruit. Signature items include the Sorelle Spicy Caesar salad, the Tricolore salad with arugula, radicchio, and walnut, and the Sicilian-style pizza served by the slice or whole. The menu also features antipasti such as the Yellowfin Tuna Salad and a Snack Box with San Daniele prosciutto, salame, and focaccia. The restaurant’s approach blends traditional Italian techniques with locally sourced ingredients, emphasizing quality and craftsmanship in every dish.

Sorelle Mercato is located on Broad Street, a short walk from the U.S. District Courthouse, the Charleston County Probate Court, and the Charleston County Historic Courthouse Interpretive Marker, all within a few hundred meters. The site lies near the historic heart of downtown Charleston, where the original city wall and moat once protected the first settlers of Charles Town, with archaeological evidence suggesting remnants of the 18th-century city defenses may lie beneath the area.

The restaurant is recognized for its well-documented, thorough online presence, with detailed menus, historical context, and clear information about reservations, private dining, and contact options. Its reputation is built on consistent, high-quality food, a curated beverage program, and a deep connection to Charleston’s history and culinary identity.

Sorelle Mercato stands as a distinctive destination for authentic Italian cuisine with a Charleston soul, where tradition meets place in the heart of the city’s historic district.