Cru Cafe
18 Pinkney St, Charleston, SC 29401
Phone: 843-534-2434
Hours: Tue–Sat 11am–3pm; Tue–Thu 5–10pm; Fri & Sat 5–11pm
Small plates & entrees: $7.95–$23

Locals love this little hidden spot between Ansonborough and the Market serving pleasing eclectic American fare in an understated single house. No wonder: the service is friendly, the food is always good, and the prices are fair. For lunch try the shrimp BLT, the mixed green salad with duck or with fried pine nut goat cheese, or any soup. For dinner have the garlic scallops and angel hair pasta or the poblano fried chicken. We know the side of four-cheese macaroni sounds sinful, but we suggest you order it anyway!

