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Rudy Royale

Downtown Charleston · Southern · Open now

209 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC, 29401Directions
4.6★★★★★★★★★★1,188 reviews

People say this Southern restaurant serves delicious chicken pot pie, chicken and waffles, and Nashville hot chicken. They highlight the reasonable prices, generous portions, and tasty cocktails, such as the frozen sangria and Bloody Mary. They also like the attentive service and friendly staff.

Honey-butter notes, short-rib ragu, and weekend check-in peaks.

Rudy Royale is a $$ Southern restaurant in Downtown Charleston, Charleston. It has logged 21,068 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Wednesday afternoons. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

Monday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
rudyroyale.com(843) 297-4443

Fast facts

  • Rudy Royale has 21,068 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Sunday and Saturday.
  • Google diners rate it 4.6 from 1,284 reviews.
  • Reviewers specifically praise the honey butter with cornbread and jam.
  • The drink menu gets called out for agave-based alcoholic and alcohol-free options.
editorial/ updated 12d ago

Did you know

Rudy Royale has logged 21,068 Blackbird check-ins, with Sunday and Saturday leading the traffic.

editorial/ updated 12d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessertCoffee

Drinks

CocktailsWineBeer

Service

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryCurbside pickupTakes reservations

Features

Outdoor seatingDog-friendlyRestroomGood for groupsKid-friendlyKids' menu

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible restroomWheelchair-accessible seating

Payments

Credit cardsDebit cardsContactless / NFC
Google Places/ updated 136d ago

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Activity470
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Flynet check ins

21,068

Neighborhood

Downtown Charleston

Won the day

1 day at №1

Days Rudy Royale finished №1 on the fly list

Dec 17, 2024

Last 30 days

470 check ins

−49% vs prior month

Daily check ins over the last 30 days
Sep 30Oct 29

When it's busy

Usually dead right now

Thursdaytoday
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Monday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Inside Rudy Royale

Review signal

4.6

1,185 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 136d ago

Guide

Inside Rudy Royale

Review signal

4.6

1,185 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 136d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessertCoffee

Drinks

CocktailsWineBeer

Service

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryCurbside pickupTakes reservations

Features

Outdoor seatingDog-friendlyRestroomGood for groupsKid-friendlyKids' menu

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible restroomWheelchair-accessible seating

Payments

Credit cardsDebit cardsContactless / NFC
Google Places/ updated 136d ago

Links

WebsiteGoogle Maps(843) 297-4443
Google Places/ updated 136d ago

Fast facts

  • Rudy Royale has 21,068 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Sunday and Saturday.
  • Google diners rate it 4.6 from 1,284 reviews.
  • Reviewers specifically praise the honey butter with cornbread and jam.
  • The drink menu gets called out for agave-based alcoholic and alcohol-free options.
editorial/ updated 12d ago

Did you know

Rudy Royale has logged 21,068 Blackbird check-ins, with Sunday and Saturday leading the traffic.

editorial/ updated 12d ago
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FAQ

How popular is Rudy Royale?

Rudy Royale has logged 21,068 check ins on Blackbird.

When is Rudy Royale busiest?

Rudy Royale is busiest on Wednesday afternoons, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does Rudy Royale serve?

Rudy Royale serves Southern cuisine.

How expensive is Rudy Royale?

Rudy Royale is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at Rudy Royale?

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

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