Local 616

When you step your first foot into this establishment, it is very obvious that it is a local neighborhood bar. A few of us went here on a Thursday night during happy hour for a meeting, because we wanted somewhere in which we could discuss topics and engage one another without loud music or interruptions. The inside is dark with some tables and a large bar area. They also have an outside patio with high top picnic tables, but it is not covered. It was however perfect for what we needed at the time. There were only a few patrons inside and one bartender, so service was a little slow. We ordered at the bar of course and they did have a nice selection of local draft beers to my surprise. The bartender was in no hurry and continued to talk to a local as we stood there and waited. It would have been nice if she had at least caught our eye to say she’d be with us in a minute, but nope. Anyway, I have heard that they are a big soccer supporter, so I might try them out again for a match.

Great place to watch the soccer game. Plenty of space, pool tables and food delivered by Spero (next door).

*THE* Soccer Bar of Charleston! A great bar to watch the US National team play!
Fair Warning though –Totally hipster vibe going on… Clearly since it follows a sport most Americans do not.
Bartenders are really friendly and food is served by the restaurants next door (that bring it in). How hilarious is that? You can also bring in your own food too. I’ve seen folks bring in birthday cakes, and unlike other bars which make it out like a huge hassle – this place seems pretty chill about it.
There is a back patio for smokers too. Not unlike the Recovery Room, but much nicer.
One piece of advice: If it’s a huge soccer match, get there early for a seat.

Great bar and staff! the place to go to watch soccer or Panthers Games. Good selection of local beers and Booze, I just drink shots of Jameson. They don’t serve food, but there are 3 restaurants attached to the building. good locals spot

Watched a Carolina Panthers game here — if you’re a fan, this is the spot for you on Sunday’s. The owner gave out free pizza and doughnuts. The Moscow Mule I had was perfect. How can you go wrong?

This is a great neighborhood kind of hang out. Bar games galore, Labatt Blue, a selection of mules, great staff and ownership that cares. Not much else to say. Word.

Great spot to watch Soccer, probably best place downtown.
Have caught World Cup, Champions League, etc action here. Kinda dive bar atmosphere without the smell, but with craft beers.
No food, so order next door and they’ll bring it over!

I would give this bar a higher rating but the service and treatment I received from one of the bartenders here was horrendous. One of the bartenders was fabulous and treated us wonderfully. We asked for a birthday cake shot and was told by one African American woman that it was not possible. As soon as the other bartender came over she said «you deal with them» and he promptly made us the shots we asked for that she previously said was not possible. The female bartender was rude and I will not return because of her. This bar would be fun if the bartending staff was more like the gentleman we encountered and they got rid of the female.

Good bar here on this side of town. Super friendly bartenders. Nice prices on drinks. Casual for everyone. Lay low on the north side of town with locals. Chill and enjoy yourself in comfortable booths or expansive bar. Most eclectic music in town some real musical surprises in rotation. A definite yes.

I adore this place. The owner/​bartender is so awesome and so laid back. You could go here for happy hour or late night drink. The deck out back is cozy. They also do chair massages by a licensed massage therapist every Tuesday 6 – 8. Loooovve it here!

One of my favorite bars in town. First off, maybe charleston’s only true soccer bar. The owner/​proprietor Dwayne is one of the coolest guys you will ever meet, and has truly created a fun and entertaining space here. Come to think of it, I’m going to head over now!

I dont drink, so i cant comment on that, but this is a great spot in Charleston. The staff are some of the coolest, nicest, friendliest people Ive met in a bar or anywhere.

Went for the first time thanksgiving eve and it was awesome! It’s a comfortable local bar with great drinks, awesome bartender and the best music!

Sanwiched between Ike’s Seafood and Hello My Name is BBQ at the foot of the majestic Ravenel Bridge sits a bar with our favorite things: pinball, Guinness, and a DJ booth with Simba in the window. Sip dranks, stare forelornly across the street, and maybe pour a lil out for the memory of Outer Space. Come through to watch soccer and say hey to Dwayne.
Approved by CPO, swing through fo sho.

Awesome space, hilarious bartenders, and good drink specials. How can you beat that?

If you love the Upper Deck but wish there was a) more space b) actual parking that doesn’t involve nearly hitting a drunken college student while parallel parking into a spot blocks away from where you are going c) an awesome BBQ joint next door, then you have found the place to be. The location is right off the highway, making it easy for anyone living outside of the peninsula to get to, and it’s a short bike ride for downtowners.
As of now, they are only serving beer and wine, although that will definitely be changing sometime soon (I think it’s too new of a place and they haven’t gotten a liquor license YET). This hardly mattered to me, however, as I very soon discovered their red (and white) sangria, which was amazing. I am not much of a sangria kinda gal, but I think I will be when it comes to Local 616.
Also, there is enough space for some DJs and local music and a pool table, not to mention the ambience is the kind of laid back, divey cool that is hard to find in Charleston these days. Can’t wait to be coming back here all the time.