The 10 Best Bars in South Carolina — 2026

We compared all 928 bars in South Carolina on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated October 2026.

#1 · MargaritavilleMyrtle Beach

Mon-Thu 11:30am-8:30pm, Fri-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11:30am-8:30pm

(843) 448-5455 Website View listing

#2 · The LarderNorth Augusta KaraokeHappy hour

Wed-Thu 4pm-10pm, Fri 10am-10pm, Sun 10pm-9pm

(803) 599-5149 Website View listing

#3 · South Main SocialGreenville Happy hourDog-friendly

Tue-Thu 4pm-11pm, Fri 4pm-12am, Sat 2pm-12am

(864) 906-4200 Website View listing

#4 · O'Kelly'sEastover

(803) 661-9295 Website View listing

#5 · The Fillin' StationBeaufort Dive barLive music

(843) 522-0230 Website View listing

#6 · The Bangkok LoungeCharleston LoungeKaraokeCountry

(843) 203-4322 Website View listing

#7 · The Barker LoungeCharleston Lounge

(843) 718-3861 Website View listing

#8 · O.A.K Prime Kitchen and BarMyrtle Beach

(843) 236-3311 Website View listing

#9 · T & C LoungeWilliamston Lounge

(864) 840-9094 Website View listing

#10 · The Dive Events JBCharlestonGoose Creek Dive bar

(843) 794-4238 Website View listing

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How we rank: every listing earns points for listed services (saloon, dive bar, bar & grill, lounge, lgbtq+, tavern, karaoke, hookah, arcade, happy hour, live music, dog-friendly, beach, biker, country), posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.