Lillian's Market & Cafe

Name: Lillian's Market & Cafe
Address: 247 Congress Street, Charleston, SC, 29403
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

Hampton Park Terrace · American

247 Congress Street, Charleston, SC, 29403Directions

4.5138 reviews

People say this restaurant offers delicious brunch, dinner, and cocktails, as well as coffee and a small market with local produce. They highlight the cozy and inviting atmosphere, and the friendly and attentive service. They also like the unique and innovative dishes, such as the veggie grits bowl and the prime rib grilled cheese.

Weekend-busy American café with a beautiful bar and cheesecake finish.

Lillian's Market & Cafe is a $$ American restaurant in Hampton Park Terrace, Charleston. It has logged 10,966 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Saturday mornings. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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The experience

Lillian's trades on atmosphere as much as food. Reservations are essential during peak hours—Saturday and Sunday especially. The space fills fast. Go to be seen, stay because the kitchen executes.

Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Why go

Lillian's Market & Cafe serves American fare in a meticulously designed space that functions as the primary draw. Blackbird data confirms the pattern: 10,966 check-ins since February 2025, with weekends accounting for the bulk. The 10X Coffee Club affiliation rounds out the offering. Food lands—lobster ravioli, tuna tartare, fresh mimosas—but the room is the real reservation.

Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Fast facts

Lillian's has 10,966 all-time Blackbird on-chain check-ins.
Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Saturday and Sunday.
Google shows a 4.3 rating from 3,999 reviews.
One highlighted reviewer was dropped off by horse carriage before ordering drinks and cheesecake.
A highlighted party of three reported a $128.35 bill including tip.

editorial/ updated 2d ago

Did you know

Lillian's has logged 10,966 Blackbird check-ins, with weekend days leading the action.

editorial/ updated 2d ago

Good to know

Reserve ahead, particularly for evenings and weekends.
High-chair seating dominates; comfort varies.
The space clears fast. Weeknight rushes are real.
Brunch accommodates walk-ins before the crowd arrives.

Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutReservationsOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for kidsGood for groups

Dietary

Vegetarian

Google Places/ updated 2d ago

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The room in motion

Activity623

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Flynet check ins

10,966

Neighborhood

Hampton Park Terrace

Last 30 days

623 check ins

−37% vs prior month

Sep 20Oct 19

When it's busy

Usually dead right now

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Inside Lillian's Market & Cafe

The experience

Lillian's trades on atmosphere as much as food. Reservations are essential during peak hours—Saturday and Sunday especially. The space fills fast. Go to be seen, stay because the kitchen executes.

Google Places/ updated 113d ago

Review signal

4.5

138 Google reviews

Google Places/ updated 2d ago

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FAQ

How popular is Lillian's Market & Cafe?

Lillian's Market & Cafe has logged 10,966 check ins on Blackbird.

When is Lillian's Market & Cafe busiest?

Lillian's Market & Cafe is busiest on Saturday mornings, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does Lillian's Market & Cafe serve?

Lillian's Market & Cafe serves American and 10X Coffee Club cuisine.

How expensive is Lillian's Market & Cafe?

Lillian's Market & Cafe is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at Lillian's Market & Cafe?

Download the Blackbird app, visit Lillian's Market & Cafe in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.