Charleston, South Carolina, isn’t just the backdrop for “Southern Charm.” It’s also a living map of the cast’s favorite hangouts, from upscale steakhouses to cast-owned bars. Whether you’re chasing a glimpse of Craig Conover stitching pillows or Shep Rose sipping cocktails, the city’s hotspots offer fans a chance to step into the Bravo universe. Here’s where the “Southern Charm” crew eats, drinks, and occasionally stirs up drama, straight from King Street to Mount Pleasant.
‘Southern Charm’ Star Leva Bonaparte’s Charleston Empire
Leva Bonaparte has turned Charleston into her personal playground according to Bravo, co-owning a string of venues with husband Lamar that double as “Southern Charm” staples. Start at Republic Garden & Lounge (462 King St.), an upscale bar with a strict dress code where the spinoff “Southern Hospitality” films. It’s the spot where Shep Rose’s infamous kiss with worker Mia Alario tanked his relationship with Taylor Ann Green three years ago.
Nearby, Lamar’s Sporting Club (570 King St.) offers a swanky pre-party vibe, while Bourbon and Bubbles Restaurant & Bar serves luxe drinks for a nightcap.
For a taste of south-of-the-border flair, Mesu blends tequila with chic eats, and Zachary’s Daiquiris keeps it casual with frozen cocktails. Bonaparte’s spots are prime for spotting her managing the chaos—or filming the next Hospitality showdown. Booking a VIP table at Republic ahead of time allows fans to catch the action live.
Craig Conover and Austen Kroll Open By the Way
Beyond Bonaparte’s domain, the “Southern Charm” crew scatters across Charleston’s culinary landscape. Conover and Austen Kroll’s latest venture, By the Way Restaurant (45 1/2 Spring St.), opened in Fall 2024, offering a “foxy” tavern vibe with steak frites and Blade and Bow Old-Fashioneds.
“I wanted to invest more in our backyard,” Conover told The Daily Dish, aiming to create a spot where fans can mingle with the duo, and maybe even catch them bartending.
Conover’s Sewing Down South (493 King St.) is another must-visit, stocked with his iconic pillows and frequent autograph sessions (check Instagram for appearances). Kroll’s TropHop beer flows at Uptown Social (587 King St.), a cast-favorite pub with rooftop views, while Rose’s The Commodore (Meeting St.) jazzes up nights with Mezcal cocktails.
Other ‘Southern Charm’ Cast Hotspots to Stalk
Other “Southern Charm” hotspots include Halls Chophouse (King St.), which Madison LeCroy swears by for steaks.
“OK, so I am totally like a steak and potatoes girl,” LeCroy, told US Weekly. “And I would say that Halls Chophouse is my favorite and it’s a must. You have to go.”
Venita Aspen raves about The Ordinary (King St.) and its oyster sliders, and Paige DeSorbo loves Red’s Ice House (98 Church St., Mount Pleasant) for waterfront beers according to the same outlet.
For a historical detour, Thomas Ravenel’s plantation (2328 Laurel Hill Rd., Edisto Island) and Patricia Altschul’s Isaac Jenkins Mikell House (94 Rutledge Ave.) offer glimpses of their off-screen lives.
Catch the cast’s latest drama on “Southern Charm” season 10, airing Thursdays on Bravo and streaming the next day on Peacock.
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This Is Where Southern Charm Fans Might Spot Some of Their Favorite Stars