Charleston SC recommendations?

MocGolfer · February 28, 2008

Will be in Charleston SC Friday Mar 7 til Tuesday March 11. Anybody recommend some good restaurants? Also, wanting to play golf, most likely on that Monday. Courses??? Willing to go up to $100 or a bit more for something special.

Thanks.

Dayton · February 28, 2008

Rivertown is a very nice course. Really tough. My favorite is probably Charleston National though. Good test of golf, very nice layout. Have a good trip.

MrParr1Noid · February 28, 2008

This course might be a bit over $100 but it was a good one, and it was fun, awesome views.

http://www.wilddunes.com/south-carolina-golf-courses.php

bk4 · February 28, 2008

Restaurants-

Can't go wrong on King St. or really anywhere near it. Price is the biggest factor

82 Queen

High Cotton

SNOB (Slightly North of Broad)

McCready's

Cypress

The best place, but it's mostly a college hang place is Kicken Chicken on King. There is lots of good seafood and southern type stuff. If I were you, I'd get to King Street and walk towards the water and you will pass 100 great restaurants.

CaledoniaKid · February 28, 2008

I just came back from a week in Charleston. I go every year to visit the folks. As far as golf goes Charleston National is the best bang for the buck. Very very good test of golf. The greens are smooth and very fast. Wild Dunes Links course is beautiful, but over your price range, but the Harbor course isn't you should check it (Wild Dunes Harbor) out along with Charleston National.

golfernut78 · February 28, 2008

Rivertown is a very nice course. Really tough. My favorite is probably Charleston National though. Good test of golf, very nice layout. Have a good trip.

two of my favorites, especially charleston national since my parents live on the 10th fairway and i shot my lowest score ever there.

Restaurants-
Can't go wrong on King St. or really anywhere near it. Price is the biggest factor
82 Queen

82 Queen has the best shrimp in grits in town. a great place. not overpriced like you would expect when you walk in. victories, or victory, or something like that is pretty good to. honestly, i've yet to have a bad meal in downtown charleston. there is so much good food there.

olive · February 28, 2008

Another vote for Charleston National as my folks live right off the 17th fairway. I was just down there for 10 days. We had a bit of rain so i could not get over to Rivertowne but I hear that is great.

ERuhling · February 28, 2008

I like Patriot's Point, it's not a bad course and has a sweet view of the bay from #17. I also think it was redesigned by Annika since I've played it.

BEND OF THE RIVER GC · February 28, 2008

I'll second Charleston National, a very NICE course. You may also want to check out The Links of Stono Ferry...

ctgolfnut66 · February 28, 2008

I'll put in yet another vote for Charleston National. Some great par 3's on that course. I'm not sure what the price is there now, but a few years ago it was pretty reasonable.

I've stayed a Wild Dunes a few times and the Links Course is still one of my favorites. Course is always in immaculate shape and the finishing holes are some of the best. The Harbor Course has a completely different feel but it's quite a bit cheaper and still enjoyable.

golfernut78 · February 29, 2008

I'll put in yet another vote for Charleston National. Some great par 3's on that course. I'm not sure what the price is there now, but a few years ago it was pretty reasonable.

I've stayed a Wild Dunes a few times and the Links Course is still one of my favorites. Course is always in immaculate shape and the finishing holes are some of the best. The Harbor Course has a completely different feel but it's quite a bit cheaper and still enjoyable.

use to be. 18 has been turned into a par 3 for now because of erosion. i remember the first time i played and you aimed your tee shot at the sand dunes. came back a year later and the dunes were gone and because the fairway drops you look like your teeing your ball in to the atlantic ocean. last year i go and the 18th is a par 3 and if you miss the green left your on the beach, and it was high tide at the time so your in the water.

Pinehurst1999 · February 29, 2008

I like Patriot's Point, it's not a bad course and has a sweet view of the bay from #17. I also think it was redesigned by Annika since I've played it.

I second this one...some stunning views from the course. My wife and I saw a couple of 10'+ gators on 14/15th hole.

littlepingman · February 29, 2008

I'll second Charleston National, a very NICE course. You may also want to check out The Links of Stono Ferry...

I played The Links at Stono Ferry years ago. Very fun course that doesn't get as much attention as many of the other courses in that area. I really liked it a lot.

boomgoesthedynamite · February 29, 2008

Eats-Charleston Crab House (Several Locations around town)

Play-Oak Point at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - A nice course that doesn't charge the higher fees of the other Resort Courses.

ctgolfnut66 · March 1, 2008

I'll put in yet another vote for Charleston National. Some great par 3's on that course. I'm not sure what the price is there now, but a few years ago it was pretty reasonable.

I've stayed a Wild Dunes a few times and the Links Course is still one of my favorites. Course is always in immaculate shape and the finishing holes are some of the best. The Harbor Course has a completely different feel but it's quite a bit cheaper and still enjoyable.

use to be. 18 has been turned into a par 3 for now because of erosion. i remember the first time i played and you aimed your tee shot at the sand dunes. came back a year later and the dunes were gone and because the fairway drops you look like your teeing your ball in to the atlantic ocean. last year i go and the 18th is a par 3 and if you miss the green left your on the beach, and it was high tide at the time so your in the water.

Wow, I didn't realize that the 18th was now a par 3. It was a pretty difficult par 5 to get a sight line for the tee shot. Do you know when they converted the hole?

TBIRD67 · March 1, 2008

WILD DUNES is a great track. There are two courses Harbor and Links. Links is a Fazio design and the better of the two. Harbor is nice but tight. GPS on carts, you can even order a sandwich right from the cart and have it ready and waiting at the turn. More than $100 but worth it. Golf Digest top 100 courses you can play. Do it you won't be sorry.

golfernut78 · March 2, 2008

I'll put in yet another vote for Charleston National. Some great par 3's on that course. I'm not sure what the price is there now, but a few years ago it was pretty reasonable.

I've stayed a Wild Dunes a few times and the Links Course is still one of my favorites. Course is always in immaculate shape and the finishing holes are some of the best. The Harbor Course has a completely different feel but it's quite a bit cheaper and still enjoyable.

use to be. 18 has been turned into a par 3 for now because of erosion. i remember the first time i played and you aimed your tee shot at the sand dunes. came back a year later and the dunes were gone and because the fairway drops you look like your teeing your ball in to the atlantic ocean. last year i go and the 18th is a par 3 and if you miss the green left your on the beach, and it was high tide at the time so your in the water.

Wow, I didn't realize that the 18th was now a par 3. It was a pretty difficult par 5 to get a sight line for the tee shot. Do you know when they converted the hole?

i believe it happened in the spring of 07. i played it in july of 07 and it was a par 3, but the scorecards still showed it as a par 5. i had recieved an e-mail from them and it said they were looking at restoring the hole, making it a par 4 or leaving it and making 17 a par 5

CaledoniaKid · March 2, 2008

Yes it was spring of '07 I played the par 5 in February of '07. There is a lot of talk about all the erosion on Isle of Palms and the other barrier islands. It's a shame the hole has been had to be changed.

Mike704 · March 2, 2008

-Charleston Nation

-Links of Stonoferry

-Patriots Point

You really cant go wrong with any of these golf courses at all..all great courses and priced fairly

If you want to spend some extra cash and take a short drive the Kiawah Island Ocean Course is amazing and if you cant play there I would get a burger at the clubhouse...one of the best there is

There is a great rib/steakhouse in Charleston cant remember the name right now Smokey bones i think

boomgoesthedynamite · March 4, 2008

-Charleston Nation
-Links of Stonoferry
-Patriots Point

You really cant go wrong with any of these golf courses at all..all great courses and priced fairly

If you want to spend some extra cash and take a short drive the Kiawah Island Ocean Course is amazing and if you cant play there I would get a burger at the clubhouse...one of the best there is

There is a great rib/steakhouse in Charleston cant remember the name right now Smokey bones i think

Smokey Bones is the best place I've ever been to for ribs!

coxrl · February 7, 2010

I'm re-igniting this thread.

Wild Dunes Links course has been restored to it's original design. The Par 5 is back, and it's actually a little harder of a hole than it was before. I'm so happy that it's returned.

Other top notch tracks:

Kiawah Island - Turtle Point
Rivertowne CC (hardest course in Charleston county, next to the Daniel Island members club)
Charleston National
Patriot's Point Golf Links (most underrated course in charleston, BY FAR)

Restaurants:

[u]King Street[/u]
Basil - Thai Food that will make you want to eat there 365 days a year.
Fish - Eclectic Asian Fusion place with a cool vibe inside. Really diverse menu w/ French and Asian cuisine.
King Street Grille - Best place to watch sports with a big group, period. Awesome wings, Waffle Fries.
Old Towne - Greek restaurant (undergoing renovations inside) that is a real winner. Great Greek Chicken.

[u]East Bay Street[/u]
FIG - (Food Is Good) Without a doubt, a gem in Charleston. Organic Foods, local produce, it's a must-do.
Pearlz - Local franchise group (T-Bonz, Liberty Tap Room, Pearlz) with awesome seafood. Get an Oyster Shot trust me.
Tsunami - fantastic Sushi with a good Beer Menu. Nightlife spot as well, you can just set up shop for a night.
Social - Wine / Beer / Pizza / Tapas. Solid Place with lots of local live music.

[u]Elsewhere[/u]
Bowen's Island - Google it. Best seafood you've ever had in your life. Worth the trip.
Poogan's Porch - Just off East Bay. Southern style and cuisine.
Rue De Jean - John St. just off King. French cafe style cuisine, outside seating and the best Mussels in town.
Oak Steakhouse - Just go. Let my boy Brett McKie knock your socks off. Downstairs has a lower-priced mixed Italian menu as well.
Moe's Crosstown/Downtown Tavern - Two locations, try the original or the new location off East Bay. Best Burgers in town. Huge collection of TVs and lots of drink specials every day.

[u]Nightlife[/u] (because you can't skip out on your nightcap in Chucktown )
Blind Tiger Pub - Old speakeasy is the oldest pub in Charleston, awesome building, and the best Sunday Brunch in town.
Cigar Bar - Ask a local on the street, they'll point you to it. (hint, it's on East Bay)
Moe's Downtown - (see above) Find Sally. She's the best bartender in town.
Salty Mike's - Underneath the Marina Variety Store Restaurant off Lockwood. Awesome in the summer. Packed.
Club Trio - Not a real "club" like you're thinking, but it's close. Lots of live music downstairs, dancing upstairs. Wild.

End of transmission. let me know if you need any more

chichi72 · February 8, 2010

evo pizza is the best pizza ever and one of the coolest places ever..however it is in north chuck
patriots point is a reaaly pretty course, but it is pretty challenging