Eats, Treats and Tasty Drinks
What’s Your Craving?
in Camden, SC
The freedom to explore doesn’t stop with our historic sites. Camden’s food and beverage scene has evolved to include a wide range of treats and delights. Whether you’re in the mood for some down home goodness or a unique cocktail and tapas pairing, bring your appetite with you. With a range of indoor and outdoor dining and drinking venues, your journey will be marked with mouth watering stops along the trail.
Top Experiences & Destinations
Don’t Miss These Incredible Eats, Drinks and Treats in Camden, SC
B.Colson’s
1105 Broad Street, Open Daily
Polished casual restaurant serving steaks, seafood and bourbons. Dinner and Sunday brunch.
Bill’s Country Kitchen
1804 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Open Mon-Sat
Family-owned country kitchen serving breakfast and lunch, with daily specials during the week.
Blackmon’s Little Midget
1012 Market Street, Open Tues-Sat
Once a family drive in, now an enclosed eatery with a menu full of old fashioned favorites, owned and operated at the same location for over 60 years.
Blaney’s Wings & Grill
1008 Mill Street, Open Daily
Experience over 25 flavors of wings, along with a wide variety of sandwiches, burgers, and appetizers.
Books on Broad & Coffee
944 Broad Street, Open Daily
Independent bookstore and coffee shop located in Downtown Camden, offering a variety of coffee drinks, smoothies, bagels and baked goods.
Broad & Vine
1025 Broad Street, Open Tues-Sat
Unique wine bar located in Downtown Camden, featuring a 32-bottle cruvinet system, specialty beers, charcuterie boards and other small plates and desserts.
Camden House of Pizza
545 E. DeKalb Street, Open Mon-Sat
Dine-in or carry-out from this local favorite, with lots of choices, from pizza to subs, Greek and Italian dishes.
Camden Wing Shack
129 East DeKalb Street, Open Daily
This self-proclaimed chicken joint serves up wings, burgers and ice cold beverages.
Candy’s at the Granary
509A Clyburn Lane, Open Mon-Sat
Sandwich shop nestled in an old granary, serving up daily specials, soups, salads and dessert from the bakery next door.
CC’s Snack Shop
1909 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Open Mon-Sat
Downhome burger joint offering lunch and dinner options.
DeBruhl’s Café
2020 West DeKalb Street, Open Daily
Classic Southern meat-and-three buffet with all the traditional fixings.
DeBruhl’s Market St. Cafe
818 Market Street, Open Tues-Fri/Sun
A slightly smaller branch of the family-owned café, serving up the same meat-and-three favorites.
Eats
514 Rutledge Street, Open Wed-Fri
A take away only location, offering fully cooked, take and bake meals, sides and snacks.
Eggs Up Grill
2209 W DeKalb Street, Open Daily
Serving breakfast and lunch, this locally-owned regional favorite offers signature omelets and brunch classics, as well as burgers and sandwiches.
El Jimador
168 Wall Street, Open Daily
Chef-inspired Mexican food and margaritas in an eclectic atmosphere that celebrates the agave farmer.
Everyday Gourmet
2204 ½ Broad Street, Open Mon-Fri
A Camden lunch tradition, serving sandwiches, salads and soups made daily.
Ginza Hibachi Grill
901 W DeKalb Street, Open Mon-Sat
Asian cuisine featuring sushi rolls, hibachi plates and poke bowls, served with complimentary soup.
Groucho’s Deli
168 Wall Street, Open Daily
Fast casual sandwich shop featuring signature subs and original sauces.
Haile Street Grill
1350 Haile Street, Open Tues-Sat
Open for breakfast and lunch, this grill also has a hot bar with Southern favorites, plus daily specials.
King’s Kitchen
912 Broad Street, Open Tues-Sat
Breakfast favorites alongside creative pairings, look for twice monthly Soul Food Sunday dinners as well.
La Fiesta
29 East DeKalb Street, Open Mon, Wed-Sun
Serving Mexican comfort food, this family-owned restaurant offers large portions and bottomless chips.
The Loopy Lemon Café
611 Rutledge Street, Open Mon-Sat
Mediterranean and Southern fusion, a local lunch favorite serving sandwiches, salad and daily specials.
Mad Batter Bakery
509A Clyburn Street, Open Tues-Sat
Locally-owned bakery bringing you all the sweet treats you need, specializing in custom cakes and cupcakes.
Masa Mexican Street Food
2209 West DeKalb Street, Open Mon-Sat
Sister restaurant to Camden’s favorite Mexican destination, Salúd. Specializing in tiki cocktails, margaritas & counter-served street food in a fast-casual setting.
Ming’s Buffet
137 East DeKalb Street, Open Daily
All you can eat Chinese buffet, offering dine in and take out options.
Monster Bagels
1110 Little Street, Open Tues-Sat
New York style bagels, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and other tasty baked goods offered at this little hole-in-the wall shop.
Old South Catery
509B Dicey Ford Road, Open Wed & Sun
Traditional Southern food served buffet-style by this local catering company.
Revolution Nutrition
501 Dicey Ford Road, Open Mon-Sat
Smoothie bar offering protein shake, energy teas, coffee, smoothie bowls, and good vibes.
Salúd Mexican Kitchen
1011 Broad Street, Open Tues-Sat
Upscale Mexican food destination, celebrating the bold flavors of Mexico, from their endless spirit list to colorful cuisine.
Sam Kendall’s
1043 Broad Street, Open Mon-Sat
Proclaiming serious food and a cool bar, this pioneer Camden restaurant offers American cuisine, from steaks and seafood to salads and pasta.
Silver Leaf Cigar Lounge
1015 Broad Street, Open Mon-Sat
Diverse selection of top-notch cigars, paired with a top-shelf selection of spirits and cocktails, and a growing menu of appetizers, pizza and sandwiches.
Steeplechase Sports Bar & Grill
1044 Broad Street, Open Mon-Sat
A local hangout featuring daily food and drink specials and lots of sports on its multiple screens.
Sub Station II
1001 Market Street, Open Mon-Sat
Locally-owned sandwich shop offering more than a dozen hot or cold sandwiches, as well as a variety of salads and sides.
Triangle Subs & Café
2515 Broad Street, Open Tues-Sat
Full breakfast and lunch menu, dine in and take out options, with weekly specials.
Wateree Cajun Seafood & Wings
2523 Broad Street, Open Mon-Sat
Fresh seafood boils and a variety of chicken wing options, not to mention fried rice combinations that bring Cajun and Asian flavors together in a relaxed setting.
Experience Camden Like a Local
Itinerary: For the Cultural and Culinary Connoisseur
Get Your Foodie Fix While Exploring Camden, SC’s Cultural Scene
Camden’s culinary scene has come a long way since Revolutionary times. And when you pair that with our rich arts & culture scene, you get the perfect weekend getaway. Check out this curated itinerary for the culture and culinary connoisseur in your circle. All right here in Camden, SC.
Get Competitive With Your BBQ
Sink Your Teeth Into The Battle of Camden BBQ Fest
If you love barbeque, then you’ll love the Battle of Camden BBQ festival. This juried event that draws hundreds of BBQ lovers from around the region takes place during Camden Revolutionary War Days, an annual festival celebrating Camden’s role in the turning of the tide in the American Revolution. Taste, explore and experience true Southern BBQ featuring some of the best pit masters, pros and amateurs in the southeast.
Crawl The Cultural District
One district, many options for a food and fun-filled weekend
A trip to Downtown Camden isn’t complete without meandering through the beautiful streets of the cultural district and perusing the arts studios, arts galleries and public art exhibits dotting the downtown area. Eat. Drink. Shop. That’s Camden, SC.