Best Early-Morning Coffee Shops in Charleston

Harleston Village, Charleston

Hotel coffee shop pouring exclusive Foresight Coffee Roasters blend in Instagram-worthy Harleston Village digs

Mount Pleasant, Charleston

Summit Coffee's 19th location featuring their own imported and roasted beans, full espresso bar, and seasonal menu in a family-friendly neighborhood space

French Quarter, Charleston

Neighborhood-focused coffee spot in historic downtown serving craft coffee and quick bites in a welcoming, comfortable space

James Island, Charleston

James Island fixture serving Counter Culture Coffee for over two decades, with baked treats and a community-focused approach

Mount Pleasant, Charleston

Regional roaster's 14th café and first Charleston outpost, featuring their own imported and roasted beans with full espresso bar and rotating seasonal menu

West Ashley, Charleston

Charleston roaster with house-roasted beans served in a plant-filled Avondale space with a relaxed patio and quaint atmosphere

Harleston Village, Charleston

Charleston roaster focusing on traceable, small-batch coffee with a Traditional-Modern flavor scale to guide selections

Mount Pleasant, Charleston

Charleston-based roaster serving small-batch, traceable single origins with pour-over service and espresso drinks across multiple locations

Park Circle, Charleston

Park Circle neighborhood spot where baristas grind beans fresh for each order, serving espresso drinks and pour overs in a welcoming space

Summerville, Charleston

Family-run roaster bringing sustainably sourced, organic beans to the Lowcountry with in-house roasting and a commitment to quality