Charleston eats & sites (South Charleston, Washington: restaurants, price, shop)

[kikolou]

Hello WV City-Data people! I'll be in Charleston for a 1/2 day. What are some good restaurants to check out. Perhaps Thai, Viet, Filipino, Cuban, sandwich, Italian - but not limited to these types. What restaurants consistently make the "most favorite" lists and are good & reasonably-priced?

In which areas should I drive to get a feel for the city? What are the good online sites to get info about the city?

Thanks so much.

Lou

[Chriscross309]

Italian---Leonoro's
Mexican---Rio Grande
Japanese---Habachi
And the other ethnic group eateries I wouln't recomend

Try Inta Juice, Capital Roasters, Tutor's, and or, River Rock Cafe

Good resturants include but are not limited to
First watch, Fazio's, Soho's, White Water, Bridge Road Bistro, Graziano's, Chris' Hot Dogs

Have a good time in "Charly West"

[Chriscross309]

Village District is Downtown, which includes Capital St., and Summers street is neat.
The East End is cool, along Washington ST. and Virginia St.
If Your going to shop, I suggest the Charleston Town Center or South Ridge
which has all the chain box stores, and resturants.

[kikolou]

Hey Chriscross, thanks so much for the most helpful reply! I will explore your suggestions.

Lou

[Almost Heaven WV girl]

Chin's in Kanawha City (which is part of Charleston) is my favorite Chinese restaurant in the area. Quiet, very nice people, delicious food.

[kikolou]

Almost Heaven girl, thanks for the reply.

Lou

[ButtercupMcToots]

Bluegrass Kitchen, Blossom Dairy, Soho's

[kikolou]

Thanks buttercup!

[bballjunkie]

The food at the Marriott across from the Mall is excellent, IMO.

For a real local, I recommend Fazio's as well.

1/2 day is not much time to do or learn much at any location, though.

[ButtercupMcToots]

Saharas Middle Eastern primarily Syrian and Lebanese
Sitar of India great Indian food
Jamacian Cuisine South Charleston curried goat is best

Come back when you stay longer.