The best Spanish restaurant in Charleston — a tapas kitchen drawing from the Basque Country and Andalusia, with an exceptional sherry and vermouth program. Michelin-recognized caliber in a room that feels more Seville than South Carolina.
Why It Belongs on the List
Malagón brought a Spanish sensibility to Charleston's dining scene — pintxos, jamón, wood-roasted vegetables, and a drinks program anchored by fino sherry and house vermouth. The room is warm and lively; the cooking is precise and authentic. one of the most distinctive restaurants in the city and the clearest sign that Charleston has outgrown its regional culinary identity.
What Stands Out
- Best Spanish restaurant in Charleston
- Basque and Andalusian tapas | Exceptional sherry program
- Michelin-recognized caliber | Lively atmosphere