Charleston Brunch Food Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More
Description
Discover southern hospitality on our Charleston Brunch Food Tour in the vibrant Upper King Street district! Starting near the historic William Aiken House, we kick off the morning with a buttery, handmade Hot Little Biscuit. As we stroll toward Marion Square, we dive into the soul of Lowcountry cooking with crunchy Fried Green Tomatoes. Walking through the Mazyck-Boragard neighborhood, we'll savor a sweet and savory Croffle with Fried Chicken and local honey. We also indulge in creamy Shrimp & Grits and Pimento Cheese, the 'Caviar of the South.' Before ending near the Aiken-Rhett House Museum, we reveal our incredible Secret Dish—a warm, nostalgic delicacy with a unique local twist!
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King Street is more than 300 years old and is known as the second most historic street in Charleston. Meeting Street is ahead of it in this area
The house is considered to be the best preserved complex of antebellum domestic structures in Charleston. It was the home of William Aiken, Jr., a governor of South Carolina, and before that the home of his father, the owner of South Carolina Canal and Railroad Company, William Aiken.
Opened in 1942 as Charleston's premier movie house, the American Theater regal Art Deco architecture and timeless Hollywood glamour make this sophisticated event venue worthy of red carpets and dazzling marquees.
Known historically as The Tower Depot, the Charleston Music Hall was built 1849-50 as a passenger station of the South Carolina Railroad and was designed by Charleston architect Edward C. Jones.
Located in the old Deans Warehouse between Ann and John Streets in downtown Charleston, it is one of five railroad buildings known collectively as the William Aiken House and Associated Railroad Structures and is listed as a National Historic Landmark District.
The neighborhood of Wraggborough in Charleston, South Carolina is named for him; and two city parks and seven streets in Charleston are named for him and his descendants.
His house was originally configured as a Charleston double house with entrance to the house from the south side along Judith Street. The house is considered to be the best preserved complex of antebellum domestic structures in Charleston.
On Saturdays, visitors and locals alike shop the Marion Square Farmers Market for fresh food and local treats. You can spend your days window shopping along the picturesque avenue, then enjoy your nights in the latest hot spots.
Hotel Bennett opened on January 27, 2019. Its build was 20 years in the making, breaking ground on March 2015 and taking 47 months to build.The hotel is designed to feel as though its origins date back to the 18th century. Many of Charleston’s historic homes were utilized as design references.
The third fire station built after the 1886 earthquake was a new Station 6. It replaced the former Marion Steam Fire Engine Company just down the block.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- * Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- * Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- * This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Reviews(342)
NATHAN was the perfect guide for this fun, educational and tasty tour!!
It was nice getting to know you during the tour. We hope you enjoyed the places we visited and left with a few spots you’d like to come back to on your own. We’re glad Secret Food Tours could show you around!
Robin was a great guide! Highly recommend!
We’re happy the experience left you with good memories. We hope the local food and places we shared gave you another reason to enjoy your time in the city. Thank you for joining Secret Food Tours!
Nathan was exceptional, new all about the food and the history of the area and more little Tibits about the overall history.
We’re happy you came along! Showing guests around the places we know and enjoy is something our team genuinely looks forward to. It was great having you with Secret Food Tours.
Our guide, Perry was so fun and full of awesome history and details on Charleston and the food scene. The food was delicious at each place. Not his fault but either the company of trip advisor had the wrong place listed for the meeting place. Thankfully Perry called me and waited until we got to the right location. He was an amazing guide!
We loved having you with us for the day. We hope the tour left you with a few favorite flavors and places to think about after you left. We’d be happy to welcome you again!
Perry did an amazing job taking us on this food tour. Very knowledgeable of the area and made the tour so enjoyable! Highly recommend!!
We enjoyed the chance to show you around. The food may be what brings people together, but the local places and conversations are what give the experience its character. Thanks for spending the day with Secret Food Tours!
Nathan was so knowledgeable. The food was very good and the history information was an added bonus.
It was great meeting you! Your time in the city was yours to spend, and we’re glad some of it brought you our way through Secret Food Tours. We hope you’ll join us again when the opportunity comes.
Nathan was very knowledgeable and catered the tour to our questions- we enjoyed the tour and would definitely recommend!!
We’re pleased the day gave you something to enjoy beyond the usual sights. That local perspective is at the heart of what we try to share through Secret Food Tours. Thank you for choosing to discover it with us!
Would have preferred sit down eating experience at each stop.
Thank you for sharing your perspective. Our Charleston tour is designed as a walking food experience, with tastings enjoyed along the way, including sidewalk tastings that allow guests to experience more of the city as they move between stops. We recognize your preference for a more sit-down style experience, and feedback like this is helpful as we continue to refine and shape our tours. We’d be happy to welcome you back for another Secret Food Tour and hope you find an experience that suits your style!
Tour was great. Food was great. Guide was great. I recommend it for all ages.
Thank you for spending part of your visit with us. Secret Food Tours wouldn't be the same without guests who are eager to discover the city with us. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Had a wonderful food tour today with Perry. Enjoyed all of the food options. Perry added some great local knowledge that added to the enjoyment of the afternoon. We will be trying his appreciated recommendations of the local cuisine.
We were delighted to spend the day with you. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours, and we look forward to seeing you again whenever you're exploring another city!
