Inspired by NYC bodegas, Bodega serves massive breakfast sandwiches, bold coffee, and brunch cocktails in a fun, high-energy atmosphere. What started as a pop-up quickly became a local favorite, with a location in downtown Charleston and another in Mount Pleasant. The Mount Pleasant location has an even bigger menu with exclusive sandwiches, so that's the one you should go to!

The Vibe

Bodega is vibrant, lively, and unapologetically bold, just like the sandwiches they serve. The downtown location has a fun, neighborhood city vibe with a huge outdoor patio, while Mount Pleasant offers an even bigger menu with exclusive sandwiches you can’t get downtown.

What to Drink

Whether you’re looking for a boozy brunch cocktail or a fun non-alcoholic pick-me-up, Bodega’s drink menu is stacked.

Alcoholic

🍹 Mt. P Tea – Tito's Handmade Vodka, Iced Tea, Lemon Juice, Mixed Berry Jam
🍊 Signature Mimosa – Fresh Squeezed OJ, Passionfruit-Mango, Strawberry, or Grapefruit
🔥 Spicy Breakfast Paloma – Ghost Tequila, Grand Marnier, Grapefruit, Agave, Lime, Tajin Rim
🌿 The Central Park – Hendricks Gin, St. Germain, Lemon Juice, Basil Green Juice, Soda
☕ Espresso Martini – Cannon Coffee Vodka, Cold Brew Liqueur, Chocolate Bitters, Cocoa Powder
🍊 Aperol Punch – Aperol, Orange Smirnoff, Fruit Punch, High Noon. This is MASSIVE.

Non-Alcoholic

🍵 Strawberry Matcha – Green Tea Matcha, Vanilla Syrup, Strawberry Cold Foam, Choice of Milk
☕ Cereal Milk Cold Brew – Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal Milk, Cold Brew, Whipped Cream, Cereal Crumbs

What to Order

Sandwiches are the move here - and that's why I always make the drive to Mt. Pleasant. I want the bigger menu.

🍳 The Bodega Classic – Egg, White American Cheese, and your choice of Bacon, Breakfast Sausage, Taylor Ham, Smoked Salmon, Vegan Breakfast Sausage, Pastrami, or Avocado.

🥓 The Cow – Double Bacon, Egg, White American Cheese, Home Fries, Ketchup, Hot Sauce.

🧀 The Lowcountry – Housemade Breakfast Sausage, Egg, Cheddar, and smothered in sausage gravy.

🐔 The CBB – Chicken Cutlet, Bacon, Burrata, Mixed Greens, Roasted Tomato Aioli, Ciabatta.
Mount Pleasant Only

🔥 The Calabrese – Chicken Cutlet, Prosciutto, Pepperoni, Salami, Double Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Peppers, Lettuce, Calabrian Chili Relish, Oregano Vinaigrette, Ciabatta.
Mount Pleasant Only

🌶 The Frat Boy – Buffalo Dipped Chicken Cutlet, Cheddar Jack, Coleslaw, Ciabatta.
Mount Pleasant Only

🇮🇹 The Arthur Ave – Salami, Prosciutto, Pepperoni, Fresh Mozzarella, Provolone, Shredded Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Oregano Vinaigrette, Ciabatta.

🥗 The Chick Flick – Rosemary Chicken Salad, Mixed Greens, Candied Pecans, Mixed Berry Jam, Kaiser Roll.

🍗 The Godfather – Chicken Cutlet, Fresh Mozzarella, Provolone, Pesto, Nduja, Ciabatta. Sub Eggplant if you prefer.

🍅 The Parm – Chicken Cutlet, Marinara, Fresh Mozzarella, Parmesan, on Garlic Bread.
Mount Pleasant Only

🥬 The Cardini – Chicken Cutlet, Fresh Mozzarella, Parmesan, Shredded Lettuce, Caesar Dressing, on Garlic Bread.
Mount Pleasant Only

Final Thoughts

Bodega is one of the best spots in Charleston for a casual, delicious meal that hits the spot every time. Whether you’re stopping in for breakfast, lunch, or brunch, you’ll find massive, over-the-top sandwiches, strong drinks, and a laid-back, welcoming vibe.

It’s also family-friendly, dog-friendly (patio approved!), and super affordable. Whether you’re rolling in hungover and needing a breakfast sandwich ASAP or grabbing a quick bite with friends, Bodega is the kind of place where you can sit back, relax, and enjoy really great food without breaking the bank.