Second State Coffee
70.5 Beaufain St, Charleston, SC
Crema's Take
“Second State nails the fundamentals with Italian-style espresso that punches above its weight in drinks like their brown sugar lattes and oat milk cappuccinos, making it hands down the best coffee stop in Charleston's historic district. The vibe is deliberately low-key and local—bright and quiet without the tourist drag of nearby retail—with solid pastries and enough seating to actually settle in and work or meet a friend.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
One of the best lattes I’ve had in a while. I got a hot almond milk brown sugar latte and a banana bread. The bread was quite good. I also really like the ambiance: quiet, bright, and welcoming.
Loved it - very local feeling to it. Off the hustle and bustle of the retail and tourists. Excellent oat milk Capp. and Italian style espresso. Both were perfection.
Friendly and quick baristas and consistently good drinks. I love the almond milk matcha! They also have really yummy pastries and baked goods Plenty of seating options inside and a couple tables outside as well. Always good music and there’s lots of plants and sunlight to start…
Hands down the best coffee we had during our trip to Charleston—and we tried quite a few spots! The latte was perfectly made and so flavorful. The staff were friendly and made the place feel genuinely welcoming, like stopping by a friend’s house for coffee. Cozy vibe, great…
A charming, authentic coffee shop in Charleston’s historic district. The coffee is of good quality. The design is very simple, but bright and clean. It’s a bit cramped, but the great coffee makes up for it. I recommend stopping by if you’re in the area.
Crema Reviews
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