The Gin Joint

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Top 4% of restaurants in Charleston
7 / 10

4 expert reviews

“Easily Charleston's most accomplished cocktail bar, The Gin Joint is forever tweaking its engaging list of updated classics and newfangled drinks. Don't miss the snacks.”

– Tasting Table

Zagat Zagat
3.8
"A small list of "tasty" Eclectic "light bites" rounds out the midpriced offerings at this "premier spot for the cocktail aficionado"." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The address is on busy East Bay Street, but this little bar set back from the street by a patio feels far from the tourist scene. It’s fun to play “bartender’s choice” here. My friend..." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Give us an overview. Tucked into a very touristy and commercial section of East Bay Street, it's easy to assume that this spot is touristy too, all dripping magnolia style and bourbon..." Full review
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For the adventurous, it would seem that you go for the "bartender's choice" and choose a couple words from a list including "refreshing," "tart," or "licorice," but the real adventure is right there on the menu in the "Loony Bin" section, with cocktails that include everything bagel syrup, rum with duck sauce, and miso.