Opening hours
Closed · opens 5:00 PM
| Monday | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Local time in Charleston: 12:17 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (843) 577-6111 to confirm.
Location & directions
182 East Bay StreetCharleston, SC 29401
About The Gin Joint
Looking for a bar in Charleston? The Gin Joint is at 182 East Bay Street, Charleston, South Carolina. It's part of our guide to 445 restaurants, cafes and bars in Charleston.
The Gin Joint is open 7 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM. It stays open late, until 11:00 PM on most nights.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible. For questions or orders, call (843) 577-6111.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 182 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401
- Phone
- (843) 577-6111
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 4 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Gin Joint’s weekday schedule with 33 other bars in Charleston. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 4:00 PM) and closes at 11:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 12:30 AM).
In total it is open about 47 hours a week, 16 hours fewer than the local median of 63. 79% of bars in Charleston open on Sundays, and The Gin Joint is one of them.
Compared with 33 other bars in Charleston that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars across the US
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
We don’t have The Gin Joint’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 20% | $7.00 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $9.50 |
| Chicken Strips | 14% | $7.88 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $6.75 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $7.37 |
| Blt | 13% | $9.95 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $8.00 |
| Chef Salad | 12% | $12.20 |
Calculated from 108 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Gin Joint there are 122 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 210 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include American (36), Cafes & Coffee (31), Bars & Pubs (31), and Bakeries & Desserts (24).
Competition is strong: 20 other bars are within a mile and 34 within three miles. The closest is The Rooftop at The Vendue, < 0.1 mi away.
135 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- BarbecuePoogan's Smokehouse< 0.1 mi
- PizzaNew York City Pizza< 0.1 mi
- AmericanMagnolias< 0.1 mi
- SteakhousesGalpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeCarmella's Cafe & Dessert Bar< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Gin Joint's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Monday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Friday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Saturday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Sunday: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Is The Gin Joint open on Sunday?
Yes, The Gin Joint is open on Sundays: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Where is The Gin Joint located?
The Gin Joint is located at 182 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401.
What is the phone number of The Gin Joint?
You can call The Gin Joint at (843) 577-6111.
Is The Gin Joint wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible.
Is The Gin Joint open late?
Yes – The Gin Joint is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
What else is near The Gin Joint?
There are 210 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Gin Joint. Nearby options include Poogan's Smokehouse (< 0.1 mi), New York City Pizza (< 0.1 mi), and Magnolias (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near The Gin Joint?
20 other bars within a mile. The closest is The Rooftop at The Vendue, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do bars across the US cost?
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
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