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    Southbound, Restaurant in Charleston
    Restaurant

    Southbound

    Downtown Charleston, Charleston

    Restaurant in Charleston, United States

    The Read

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    Southbound is worth considering when the Charleston dinner brief is live-fire cooking without a complicated reservation strategy. It is better suited to an evening group meal or low-pressure occasion than to diners chasing awards, chef lore, or a tasting-menu format. Use it as a focused dinner pick, then plan the rest of the night through our Charleston guides.

    About Southbound

    Southbound is a Charleston restaurant centered on live-fire cooking. Open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday and closed Monday, it is best understood as a dinner plan rather than a daytime option.

    Choose it for the live-fire format, not a long list of extras

    The reason to choose Southbound is direct: its cuisine is live-fire cooking. If that style is what you want for dinner in Charleston, Southbound fits the brief.

    The grounded use case is an evening meal in Charleston built around live-fire cooking.

    Use it as a dinner-only Charleston plan

    Southbound is a dinner decision, not a lunch fallback. Hours are Mon: Closed; Tue: 5–9 PM; Wed: 5–9 PM; Thu: 5–9 PM; Fri: 5–10 PM; Sat: 5–10 PM; Sun: 5–9 PM. For broader planning around the city, pair it with our Charleston restaurants guide, then use the Charleston bars guide or Charleston hotels guide to build the rest of the night around the meal.

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    Planning details

    Hours
    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 5–9 PM
    Location
    72 Cannon St, Charleston, SC 29403
    Website
    southboundchs.com
    Phone
    (843) 823-0007

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Warm and atmospheric, with the character of an old refurbished home and a great overall atmosphere.

    Tags

    Vibe

    SophisticatedElegantIntimate

    Best For

    Date NightSpecial OccasionGroup Dining

    Experience

    StandaloneHistoric BuildingTerrace

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Smart Casual
    Noise Level
    Conversational
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Leisurely
    Capacity
    Medium
    Kitchen
    Modern
    Menu Format
    A la carte
    Drinks Focus
    Cocktails, Wine
    Private Dining
    Available
    Outdoor Seating
    Yes

    Signature Dishes

    • dry aged meats
    • house cured meats
    • Hudson Valley foie gras
    • sweetbreads
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    72 Cannon St, Charleston, SC 29403

    Planning details

    Hours

    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    5–9 PM
    Wednesday
    5–9 PM
    Thursday
    5–9 PM
    Friday
    5–10 PM
    Saturday
    5–10 PM
    Sunday
    5–9 PM

    Location

    72 Cannon St, Charleston, SC 29403 · Directions

    (843) 823-0007

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How far ahead should I book Southbound?

    Southbound is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday and closed Monday.

    Is Southbound good for a special occasion?

    Southbound can fit a Charleston dinner plan if the draw is live-fire cooking.

    Is lunch or dinner better at Southbound?

    Dinner is the option. Southbound is closed Monday and open Tue–Thu 5–9 PM, Fri–Sat 5–10 PM, and Sun 5–9 PM.

    What should a first-timer know about Southbound?

    Treat it as a Charleston dinner built around live-fire cooking.

    What are alternatives to Southbound in Charleston?

    If live-fire cooking is the priority, compare Southbound with other Charleston dining options that fit your preferred style, schedule, and setting. Southbound's distinction is its live-fire focus and evening hours.

    Is Southbound good for solo dining?

    Southbound may work for a solo dinner if you want live-fire cooking in Charleston.