The Lowcountry is famous for cooking, and Charleston, SC is known for its many fine dining establishments of every cuisine. But right here in Summerville, you'll find the state's only Mobile 5-Star and AAA 5-Diamond restaurant, The Woodland Resort and Inn. Conde Nast Traveler's 2001 Reader Poll named The Dining Room at Woodlands one of the top three restaurants in North America, in 2002 "Among the top ten hotels and only perfect food score in North America" and in 2003 was named "Best by Food."

Here's a sampling of other local Summerville Restaurants:

Brew Pubs
Montreux Bar & Grill
127 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville, SC  29483  (843) 261-1200
Features daily lunch specials and live music. Catering available.
O'Lacy's Classic Pub 
139 Central Avenue, Summerville, SC 29483  (843) 823-2999
Enjoy excellent food and service at this brew pub that serves classic sandwiches, salads, and desserts while relaxing and listening to a wonderful piano player. They are open daily for lunch and dinner.

Cafes
Eclectic Chef 
125 Central Street, Summerville, SC 29483  (843) 821-7733
**2010 Summerville Journal Scene’s Peoples Choice- Voted as Best Caterer (for two years in a row), Best Business Lunch, and Chef Ben McCollum as Best Chef in town**
Located in the heart of the Historic District of Summerville, The Eclectic Chef has an artistic and imaginative approach to preparing sandwiches, salads, and soups by using only the freshest seasonal ingredients available. Executive Chef Ben McCollum and his talented staff dazzle guests weekly with freshly prepared desserts and with an extensive and ‘eclectic’ gourmet-to-go menu, as well… So stop by and let The Eclectic Chef tantalize your taste buds! “Don’t eat NORMAL food… eat EcLectic!”
Ladles Soups
100 West Richardson Ave., Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 875-3770
Locally owned and operated. Featuring delicious homemade soups, sandwiches and salads.
Matts Burgers
102 S. Cedar Street, Summerville, SC 29483  (843) 821-1911
Best burgers in town!  Fresh hand rolled burgers, homemade chili, Spanish fries and more.
The Mustard Seed
101 North Main Street, Summerville, SC 29483  (843) 821-7101
"The food is excellent and the service is very good and the prices are not bad" - insiderpages.com ... "It's a small, cozy restaurant with fabulous food and very reasonable prices!" 
The Perfect Wife
131 Central Avenue, Summerville, SC 24983  (843) 832-7737
Cafe featuring breakfast, lunch and deserts. We also offer full meals to go. Stop by and take home dinner! Catering is also available.
Perfectly Franks
119 West Doty Avenue, Summerville, SC 29483  (843) 871-9730
Voted “Best Hot Dogs in Town”.  Also serving hand pattied burgers, fish tacos, cheese fries and more.
Single Smile Café
100A South Main Street, Summerville, SC 29483  (843) 875-7745
Relax and enjoy a cup of your favorite speciality coffee or tea with one of our delicious pastries. We also offer sandwiches, soups and cold drinks. We have a great selection of coffee makers, tea pots, coffee beans, exotic teas and more.

Greek
Continental Corner Greek Restaurant 
123 West Richardson Avenue, Summerville, SC 29484  (843) 871-1160
Established in 1973, this excellent restaurant serves an array of fine, traditional Greek-accented dishes in a Mediterranean provincial atmosphere. "Big Band" era music is performed on the piano Thursday through Saturday evenings. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. They are also open on Sundays for lunch from October to May. 

Italian
Alessandra’s Italian Eatery
114 Short Central Avenue, Summerville, SC 29483  (843) 821-7878
Quaint Italian bistro serving classic Italian-American cuisine.
Italian Bistro II
Located next to Piggly Wiggly on Central Avenue. (843) 832-3003. 
Free Delivery to The Ponds (minimum order of $10/Sat thru Thur 4 pm to close).  Everything from pizza, wings, salads, stromboli & calzones, wraps, subs, full course dinners and more! Catering available.
Paul Trentino's Italian Cafe and Bakery 
102-A South Cedar Street, Summerville, SC 29484  (843) 851-1185
Unique and cozy Italian cafe and bakery that specializes in delicious pasta dishes, handmade breads, Italian desserts, sandwiches, and soups. Outdoor courtyard dining is available. They are open on Mondays for a wonderful lunch buffet plus serve breakfast and lunch Tuesday through Saturday; closed on Sundays.
The Red Pepper
709 North Main Street, Summerville, SC  29483  (843) 873-8600
Family owned and operated establishment serving authentic Italian fare prepared by renowned Italian chef, Jim Guiffre.
Tomatoes Italian Ristorante 
717 Old Trolley Road, Summerville, SC 29485  (843) 871-9696
Tomatoes Italian Ristorante offers a Tuscan atmosphere with great food, great wine and great music. The menu features authentic Italian, family recipes passed down through several generations.
Vito's Gourmet Pizza & Italian Favorites 
101 North Main Street, Summerville, SC 29484  (843) 871-0550
The highest quality and freshest ingredients are used in all of the delicious pastas and creative Italian dishes made at this unique Italian restaurant that features a signature salad called the Wild Mushroom Salad, featuring five different kinds of mushrooms. They are open daily for lunch and dinner.

Regional and Seafood
Eileen's 
10597 Dorchester Road, Summerville, SC 29485 (843) 832-4841
Fine Dining in a casual atmosphere close to home on the south side of Summerville. Skip the drive into Charleston for dinner, there is pure culinary genius close to home here at Eileen's. An extensive wine list and full bar make Eileen's an excellent place to meet friends in a smoke free environment. Enjoy the warm spring evenings on our Patio, tables available weather permitting.
Gilligan's Steamer & Raw Bar 
3852 Ladson Road, Summerville, SC 29456  (843) 821-2244
Specializing in fresh local seafood, this family owned and operated restaurant also serves a variety of Lowcountry favorites, as well as steaks, chicken, and pastas. Your meal with always start with their complimentary famous hushpuppies. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 
Oscar's Place 
207 West Fifth Street North, Summerville, SC 29484  (843) 871-3800
Specializing in steaks, seafood, and regional dishes, this distinctive and delightful restaurant offers a creative menu with a varied selection of Lowcountry favorites such as the Seafood Risotto, the Steak Oscar, and shrimp and grits. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sundays.
Woodlands Inn
125 Parsons Road, Summerville, SC 29483  (843) 875-2600
South Carolina’s only five-star, five-diamond restaurant. The award winning culinary staff creates new menu items daily, using local produce and ingredients that are sure to delight the senses. Woodlands Inn offers the perfect setting for Afternoon Tea, Food and Wine Events, Celebration Dinners, Casual Dining and more.

Southern
Eva's Restaurant 
129 South Main Street, Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 873-5081
Serving the area for over 50 years, this wonderful restaurant specializes in Southern homestyle cooking and serves great breakfast dishes, Southern style meats, and fresh vegetables. They are open Monday through Friday for breakfast, lunch, and early dinner; closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Middleton Place Restaurant 
4300 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC (843) 556-6020
Dining at Middleton Place Restaurant offers visitors a taste of the old south. Low Country plantation fare, such as Hoppin' John and ham biscuits, okra gumbo, she-crab soup, collard greens and huguenot torte are just a few of the tempting dishes served for lunch. In the evening guests can stroll through the gardens and then enjoy an elegant, candlelight dinner overlooking the Rice Mill Pond. Dinner favorites include pan-fried quail, scallops, and shrimp and grits.
Sweetwater Grill & Cafe 
103 South Main Street, Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 821-9101
This lovely restaurant serves an array of Southern homestyle dishes such as chicken and dumplings, fried green tomatoes, and pot roast. Their huge brownies are popular and breakfast is served all day. They are open every day Monday and Tuesday, as well as Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and also serve a wonderful brunch on Sundays; closed on Wednesdays.