I've been coming to Dunleavy's since I was in high school, and it never stops feeling like home. There's a warmth here that's hard to put into words -- friendly faces behind the bar, the regulars, that Irish flag waving out front invites you in. I fell in love with this place enough to ask if I could play live music here back in my 30s. Ten years later, I'm bringing my husband and kids through the door, sand still on our feet from a day at the beach, ready to relax. Free popcorn, a Guinness, some amazing wings, and I am sound as a pound. There's a little bit of magic in the air every time I walk in. -erin kelly ;) read more

Love Dunleavy's!!! Probably my favorite spot on Sullivans. Food and drinks are great (better than you would think) and the staff is wonderful. And my favorite part about Dunleavy's is the popcorn. 10/10 read more

Dunleavy's Pub - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

I just want to say the burger was point on. It brought so many memories from when I lived in Maryland and used to go to the ponabird . And not to mention it was served with chips. I felt for a moment I was back home. The young man who served me was very pleasant. This place is true meaning of a pub. read more

Was walking around Sullivan Island and came across this place. Their staff is amazing! Food and drinks are okay, nothing too special. We ordered the wings and the Ruben. It wasn't bad at all but it was alright. Would go back for the vibes and outdoor seating. read more

Dunleavy's Pub - Wings - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

Dunleavy's is a local dive bar. I'm involved with a nonprofit organization that organizes several 5K road races on the island each year. Dunleavy's opens the bar EARLY and they are always open once we finish post-5K cleanup. You won't find fancy cocktail menus here. There's a tap beer list with typical beers and a few local selections, and the bartenders make typical simple drinks. Inflation has skipped Dunleavy's for now, as simple well drinks are $6 even money Dunleavy's food is good for bar fare. Come here for drinks after the beach, but not for the food specifically. Sullivan's Island has a few amazing restaurants, but be advised that you will pay a LOT more anywhere else. This bar is cash only, but the on-site ATM comes in handy if you don't have any. Sometimes one of us will pay and others will Venmo. Everything is amazingly clean, even the bathrooms. Inside, you'll find vintage license plates, newspaper clippings, and lots to look at while waiting on food and drinks, but you won't have to wait long. If you're sweaty, you can sit out front, but it's not a great seating option for those with pets or children as it is very close to the road. read more

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The teriyaki wings were meaty, and the sauce was addicting! My daughter Grace and I went on a weekday when they gave wing specials 1/2 price We paid only 10$ for excellent and filling wings! read more

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Cash only--but don't panic, they've got their own ATM. We're from Iowa, so "cash only" doesn't scare us--it actually adds credibility. If your bar doesn't have a neon beer sign and a 20-year-old ATM humming in the corner, we're suspicious. Dunleavy's is exactly what we love: laid-back, good-natured, and just the right amount of salty. We grabbed a seat inside (though the outdoor seating is perfect this time of year), and I immediately knew the bartender was a real one--three baseball games and the PGA tournament on the TVs. Not just playing--curated. That's a sports fan. We came in for a beer or two and ended up ordering the PEI mussels. They were shockingly good--like "am I still on Sullivan's Island?" good. Get them. Ask for extra bread. You'll want to mop up every last drop. Our server, Angela, was amazing--warm, funny, and from Boston, which probably explains how she managed to be both sarcastic and genuinely helpful at the same time. She gave us solid local tips and somehow didn't flinch when we told her we were from Iowa. In short: Dunleavy's is the kind of place you pretend you "just stumbled into"--and then remember years later like an inside joke with the universe. read more

Gotta say. Enjoy this place with caution. Cash only! I have no problem with that or the service fee the ATM charges What I do take issue with is that they charge more for their draft beers than places that do take credit & debit cards read more

Great Reuben on St. pattys day. Enjoyed a Black and Tan as well. We got there early and nest the parade crowd

Great service and atmosphere! Pub food is excellent. Love it in the summer months after hitting the beach.

Totally underrated in almost every way (and I am a pain in the A _ _) super clean as soon as you walk in smiling employees best pub atmosphere I've seen in years solid food lots of tv's fair prices food is a total suprise (in a good way) and yes I get it - there are no french fries and how is that possible!! :) Will go back time and time again read more

It is the quintessential Irish pub located a few hundred yards from the extraordinary beach on Sullivan's Island. Get a perfect pint of Guiness. Spend hours looking at the decor rich with Irish, Boston sports teams, collegiate sports and more. It's even better after a day at the beach or just a day anywhere. It has good craic. The service especially at the bar is friendly and engaging. You can see the staff enter the kitchen through a confessional door from an old church. It is my personal favorite pub in the Charleston area. A little biased from Boston and Dublin. The food is alright with some highlights including the sliders. read more

Dunleavy's Pub - Grilled chicken wings - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

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Love this place, although I am not a fan of the new outdoor chairs (metal & black in Charleston summer heat might be a challenge & they are uncomfortable ). The service is always great. The homemade southwest chicken tortilla soup is my favorite! read more

it's a nice reasonably priced spot on Sullivans island. I got the the grilled chicken sandwich and the give popcorn as a free app. the portions are huge. it's definitely a sports bar vibe and you gotta pay in cash. service people were real friendly too read more

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So we were at the end of our vaca and have always wanted to hit this pub. It did not disappoint! The bar lady was nice, friendly, chill, made good suggestions, good convo and just plain cool! The spot had a chill vibe, we sat by the bar. What threw us over was the GRILLED WINGS!! WOW!! Meaty, hot and delicious! At first, I was all cute and was like I will eat about 2. I went in! I had 5 and we ordered 12 more to go! That good! Met the owner and he was awesome! We shared stories about our teenagers. We will be back! read more

Dunleavy's Pub - Grilles Wings w/medium and honey mustard sauce! Best wings on the planet!!! - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

Fun little place, we just stopped in for a drink. Very friendly staff, nice customers, and it just felt good. Prices are very reasonable. We had a few appetizers and they were great. read more

I went here and it had a good atmosphere yet when we walked in we were left to our own devices and I had to ask the staff for menus. Then I look at the menu and see $15 for a chicken sandwich and decide to go with that. The sandwich was only worth about $8 I was not impressed. I also chose the side of potato salad and it was about 2 ounces of potato salad. They also don't serve French fries, what kind of pun doesn't have French fries. The waiter visited us once to give us our food. We had to ask for menus and refills on our drinks and the bill. Overall it was a bad experience and waste of money. read more

Dunleavy's Pub - This was the bill for my friend and I - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

Great pub on the island. Cash only place, but they do have an ATM. Menu isn't too extensive, which is nice. They have a popcorn machine, and once it's ready, they pass baskets around to everyone - and Its pretty good popcorn at that too. read more

Dunleavy's Pub - Guinness & popcorn - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

Both Southerners and the Irish are known for their hospitality so we weren't surprised by the warm welcome we received at Dunleavy's Pub. Owen greeted us, brought a basket of popcorn, and took our orders. We enjoyed local beers and searched for familiar beer cans, police emblems, license plates, and sport memorabilia that decorated the pub while a waited for our food. We were surprised to see our Boston teams well represented. Owen brought our meals quickly and pleasantly. The mahi mahi served on a soft roll was flaky and delicious and the chicken salad on rye was excellent. We chatted with the owner; his family opened the pub over 30 years ago. We wish we could come back to Dunleavy's but we're leaving Charleston tomorrow. Maybe we'll return someday. read more

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We love this Sullivans island bar for the great bartenders and great vibes. Always a good time.

This is the ultimate dive. Tons of license plates and Boston sports memorabilia. As a New Yorker, I can't say it sat well with me, but so be it. We took seats at the bar and were given a bowl of free popcorn, nice of them to do. For beer, they didn't have a ton of draft options, but I wanted something local and I did get a Park Circle Pale from Commonhouse, which was pretty good. We ordered a bunch of grilled wings, half honey mustard, half medium. they were cooked well, very juicy, I did want the skin a little crispier. Mom is not a big Buffalo wings fan, so I wound up eating about 75 percent of them. With inflation, wings are just getting crazy price was. I think it was about 16 dollars for 12 wings. The clientele was definitely regulars, this is the kind of bar where people probably come several days a week. And damn, they drink hard. There was a group of about 15 at the communal table in the middle and two of the women were so loud and obnoxious, even the bartenders started glaring at them. So if you're looking for a bar to have a quiet conversation with someone, look somewhere else. And remember, cash only! read more

Best local vibe!! Great bar food-- our favorite is Mahi sandwich- so good. Staff is always friendly. Bathrooms clean. Oh and very important- beer cold and good selection. This is our favorite place in Sullivan's Island. And yes it's cash only -- they have an ATM read more

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This place is a must for any Notre Dame football fan. The host the Notre Dame Alumni Club of Charleston and the only true Notre Dame football bar I have found in the three years I have lived here. I have stopped in Dunleavy's from time when in Sullivan's. It's your typical Irish pub with a good atmosphere and cold beer. If you are hungry I would definitely recommend the wings. If you like spicy, go with the hotter than hot hot wings. You may need extra blue cheese because these boys are killer. Where the magic really comes out here are when the Irish are on the gridiron. This place is electric! Everyone screaming for the bad cheering for the good. If the Irish score the bar erupts in the Notre Dame fight song. Whether you like Notre Dame or rooting against them, all are welcome. Come grab a pint with some good people in a great atmosphere where you are guaranteed to have a good time.. read more

Dunleavy's Pub - The only beer (that matters) - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

Small town bar. Loved the atmosphere. We did not eat but had drinks. Bartenders were great. Cash only bar.

You can't get much more local to Sullivan's Island than Dunleavy's Pub. My family has been coming here since they opened. Always fantastic food and a great Irish pub style atmosphere!!! You can never go wrong with anything on the menu but the grilled wings are my absolute favorites!! Wait , the burgers , or the Reuben , or well anything !!! Just go! Always fun on New Years too with the run to the ice cold water to benefit Special Olympics!! read more

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This place was great! Loved the atmosphere, the food and the service. Only thing is they are cash only but they have an ATM on site read more

Dunleavy's Pub - Clam soup - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

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Dunleavy's is one of my favorite spots to eat at on Sullivan's. We use to go here as a family for lunch + dinner ALL THE TIME when I was a kid, and it is still the same fun, friendly bar I remember. The owners are extremely kind and attentive to every customer that walks in the door. It's a great place to grab a cold beer after work or to stop in on the weekends for a bite to eat (and it's also a great place to watch sports if something is on.) I have always been partial to their chili dogs. The size of the dog has changed over the years, but it still tastes as good as it did 20 years ago. You can't go wrong with their wings + burgers either. If you are looking for a laid back place to grab a drink after the beach, this is where you want to go. Nothing fancy, but it's got all you need. read more

Dunleavy's Pub - Chili Dog - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

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Dunleavy's Pub on Middle Street on Sullivan's Island is a great place to go for delicious food and drinks in a cool and relaxed atmosphere. The staff here is very friendly and accommodating to make sure that you have everything that you need. read more

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Great lunch vibe. Came during tropical storm and it was packed. Fun waitstaff Great MUSCLES AND FISH SANDWICH ! read more

Great venue to watch UGA roll over this week's victim. It's a kitschy sports bar with beer cans in the rafters and photos on the walls. The staff are super friendly and serve up great drinks and food. I loved the classic Ruben. Great bar to hang with friends. read more

This place is consistently good. It's a small pub that's cash only with great bar food, popcorn, and cold drinks. We've been coming here on and off for 25+ years and it's always good. Friendly staff and owner and great food. read more

Dunlevys is a staple of Sullivans island. While most spend their time and money at other trendy locations, Duns has stood the test of time. If you're looking for a local dive bar with great wings (order the T hot) this is your place. Honestly love the service. read more

Dunleavys is a great Irish pub in Charleston. You can tell the locals come here! It's cash only just a heads up. They have free popcorn to munch on while you drink, it's always a nice touch. The servers and bartenders were all helpful and nice! I will be back next time I come to Charleston! read more

We stopped in here after checking out the beach and it's safe to say that we were not disappointed. One thing that I pride myself in is talking to strangers like I already know them and the bartenders here followed that vibe perfectly. With a cool atmosphere and yummy drinks, we hope to come back soon. read more

Second time here and just as great as last year. The food and service are both excellent, and it's a great low-key atmosphere. read more

Dunleavy's Pub - Love the ceiling decorations! - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

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Nice bar on Sullivan Beach's main road with a hole in the wall vibe. We stopped in for quick beer so I can't comment on the food but the beer selection was pretty good. Bartender was friendly and helped us as soon as we sat down. We ended up at a table outside so we could people watch. Very mixed crowd of locals and visitors of all ages. read more

Dunleavy's Pub - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

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This local spot is perfect to grab a cheap drink and some popcorn. Plus they have $2 hot dogs after 11pm, how cool! We had a variety of drinks that were just the right strength. However they only accept cash. Popcorn is served at every table and the bar is a local vibe. read more

Dunleavy's Pub - The ceiling - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

I'm liking this more and more each visit. You can tell it is a locals bar but it's also a Notre Dame bar and that's what called our names. It's very small so it can get filled up pretty quickly especially if there is a big game on. They have a good selection of food and drinks and the quality is good for an on the verge dive bar. They give you free refillable popcorn baskets so that's awesome if you are just there for a couple drinks. Great location. Street parking nearby can be hit or miss but you're sure to find something in walking distance. Awesome little island Irish pub. read more

Dunleavy's Pub - Wings - American Near Me - Sullivans Island, South Carolina

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Service was great, nice margaritas food was good too. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Parking is sparse.

Service was absolutely amazing. Football on the TV with the best grilled wings I have ever had. Dunleavy's is a must stop place in the CHS area! read more