It comes as no surprise that South Carolina’s oldest city is home to the oldest grocery store in the state, or that after nearly 100 years, it’s still a vital part of the community it has served for all these years. The next time you head to Charleston, make your way onto Queen Street and find the Queen Street Grocery – and be sure come hungry, because groceries aren’t the only thing they do best…
Since 1922, this corner store has been a hub of activity in the historic district.
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Google Maps/rosaria hill Over the decades since opening, the business has also included an apothecary as well as a grocery.
And today, it’s also a delightful little cafe where locals and visitors alike can grab a delicious breakfast, lunch, or dinner — and a bag full of essentials for the home.
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Facebook/Queen Street Grocery & Cafe From a stack of hearty pancakes to crepes, sandwiches and salads, the food here never disappoints.
Whether you’re hungry enough to eat the kitchen sink…
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Google Maps/Jennifer Plante … or in the mood for lighter fare, the menu at Queen Street Grocery is filled with flavorful creations to make your visit both satisfying and memorable.
If you’re visiting from out of town, perhaps you may prefer it to-go instead.
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Google Maps/Avery S Order up whatever suits your palate at the moment and then grab the other essentials for an unforgettable picnic and head to any of the amazing parks located in historic Charleston. Or, just bask in the suns rays right outside the front door at one of the many tables perfect for enjoying your delectable, foodie score.
QSG is not only a wonderful place to eat and restock some necessary items in the fridge or cupboard, it’s also a fantastic step back in time! Have you been lately?
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Queen Street Grocery (the state’s oldest grocery store) is located at 133 Queen St., Charleston, SC 29401. It’s open seven days a week for groceries as well as breakfast, lunch, and dinner from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Learn more from their official website and see more photos of their delicious food on their Facebook page!
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Over the decades since opening, the business has also included an apothecary as well as a grocery.
From a stack of hearty pancakes to crepes, sandwiches and salads, the food here never disappoints.
Google Maps/Jennifer Plante
… or in the mood for lighter fare, the menu at Queen Street Grocery is filled with flavorful creations to make your visit both satisfying and memorable.
TripAdvisor/Mihkel H
Google Maps/Avery S
Order up whatever suits your palate at the moment and then grab the other essentials for an unforgettable picnic and head to any of the amazing parks located in historic Charleston. Or, just bask in the suns rays right outside the front door at one of the many tables perfect for enjoying your delectable, foodie score.
Google Maps/Sam Bush
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