The City Paper’s list of top seven Italian restaurants in Charleston spans the entire Lowcountry, from downtown to Sullivan’s and Johns Islands. And while you’ll of course find Italian staples, the chefs at these destinations find ways to impart cuisine and flavors from all the regions in Italy. There’s no shortage of options, but we’re here to help narrow down the list with a couple local favorites from our Dish Top 50 Spring 2021 Restaurants.

On the City Paper’s list of top seven Italian restaurants in Charleston, you’ll find a beachfront eatery with the seafood-forward fare to match, a polished, old school dining room with modern takes on Italian pizzas and pastas and so much more. Plus, we added in a couple honorable mentions that are also worth checking out.