Leon's Oyster Shop, Charleston: Rankings, Reviews & Crowd Score (October 2026)

Name: Leon's Oyster Shop
Price range: $$ - $$$

#1 Casual Local Favorite #2 Seafood ▲#8 Best Overall ▲

4.3

TasteSignal Crowd ScoreBlended across 3 platforms · how this is calculated

Google★ 4.53,373 reviews Tripadvisor★ 4.3981 reviews Yelp★ 4.2about 1,490 reviews

Diner ratings checked Oct 2026. Platforms with fewer than 50 reviews are not counted.

Address698 King St, Charleston, SC 29403

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Phone843-531-6500

Websiteleonsoystershop.com

HoursDaily 11am-10pm

ReservationsBook on Resy

Walk-inYes (reservations only for parties of 6-12)

Hours, prices and booking details are from our 2026 checks. Confirm with the restaurant before you go.

Why Leon's Oyster Shop ranks where it does

Best Casual Local Restaurants in Charleston, SC

No change

Critic recognition from Condé Nast Traveler, Michelin Guide and 3 other outlets in the last five years.
Fresh critic coverage in the last six months (Condé Nast Traveler, Jul 2026).
Diner ratings: 4.5 on Google (3,373 reviews); 4.2 on Yelp (about 1,490 reviews); 4.3 on Tripadvisor (981 reviews).
On major critic lists in 5 different years (2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026).
Readers' pick: Charleston City Paper Best of Charleston 2026 (Winner: Best Fried Chicken).

Best Seafood Restaurants in Charleston, SC

▲ from #3

Critic recognition from Condé Nast Traveler, Michelin Guide and 3 other outlets in the last five years.
Fresh critic coverage in the last six months (Condé Nast Traveler, Jul 2026).
Diner ratings: 4.5 on Google (3,373 reviews); 4.2 on Yelp (about 1,490 reviews); 4.3 on Tripadvisor (981 reviews).
On major critic lists in 5 different years (2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026).

Best Overall Restaurants in Charleston, SC

▲ from #15

Critic recognition from Condé Nast Traveler, Michelin Guide and 3 other outlets in the last five years.
Fresh critic coverage in the last six months (Condé Nast Traveler, Jul 2026).
Diner ratings: 4.5 on Google (3,373 reviews); 4.2 on Yelp (about 1,490 reviews); 4.3 on Tripadvisor (981 reviews).
On major critic lists in 5 different years (2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026).
Readers' pick: Charleston City Paper Best of Charleston 2026 (Winner: Best Fried Chicken).

What critics and guides say

Condé Nast Traveler: The Best Restaurants in Charleston (2026) (Jul 2026)Michelin Guide: MICHELIN Guide American South 2025 - Charleston selections (Nov 2025)Charleston City Paper: Our Top 50: Spring 2026 (DISH Dining Guide) (May 2026)Post and Courier: Dining with a large party? Visit these group-friendly restaurants in Charleston. (May 2024)The Local Palate: An Insider's Guide to Upper King Street (Jun 2023)Charleston City Paper: Best of Charleston 2026 (May 2026)Charleston City Paper: Best of Charleston 2025 (May 2025)

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Frequently asked

Is Leon's Oyster Shop good?

Leon's Oyster Shop ranks #1 for Casual Local Favorite in Charleston on TasteSignal for October 2026. Critic recognition from Condé Nast Traveler, Michelin Guide and 3 other outlets in the last five years.

What is Leon's Oyster Shop's TasteSignal Crowd Score?

4.3 out of 5, the average of its ratings on Google, Yelp, Tripadvisor (platforms with 50+ reviews), checked Oct 2026.

Where is Leon's Oyster Shop?

Leon's Oyster Shop is at 698 King St, Charleston, SC 29403 (Downtown).