Most Folly Beach restaurants stay open all winter. Folly is a year-round town, so Center Street’s bars and grills, the oyster spots and the breakfast cafes keep serving from November through February. A few close one or two days a week, and some cut their hours on slow, chilly nights. For late-night food, Bert’s Market never closes, and Chico Feo, The Bounty Bar, Drop In Bar & Deli and Planet Follywood are listed as open until 2 a.m.
Winter is a great time to eat on Folly. There are no waits, parking is easy, and oyster season is in full swing. Below are the spots that stay open late, the ones that are open every day, and the few with days off to plan around. All hours come from our Folly Beach restaurant directory as of fall 2026. Off-season hours change often, so call ahead or check the listing before you go.
| Spot | Open until | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Bert’s Market | 24 hours, every day | Deli, grill and groceries; no beer or wine sales 2–6 a.m. |
| Chico Feo | 2 a.m. daily | Opens at noon |
| The Bounty Bar | 2 a.m. daily | Opens at 11 a.m. |
| Drop In Bar & Deli | 2 a.m. daily | Kitchen 11 a.m.–10 p.m. |
| Planet Follywood | 2 a.m. daily | Kitchen 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.; opens 3 p.m. Mon–Tue |
| Loggerhead’s Beach Grill | 11 p.m.–1 a.m. | Latest on Thursdays; kitchen closes at 10 p.m. |
| Lowlife Bar | 11 p.m. (midnight Fri–Sat) | Brunch daily, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. |
| Woody’s Pizza | 11 p.m. daily | Opens at 4 p.m. Mon–Wed |
| The Washout | 11 p.m. daily | Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day |
| Catch 23 | 10 p.m. (11 p.m. Fri–Sat) | Seafood, open daily |
| Coconut Joe’s | 10 p.m. (11 p.m. Fri–Sat) | Weekend brunch |
| Folly Beach Crab Shack | 10 p.m. (10:30 p.m. Fri–Sat) | Open daily |
Late-night food on Folly Beach
Folly is a small island, and most kitchens close by 10 p.m. even when the bar stays open later. If you want food after that, these are your best bets.
Bert’s Market: open 24 hours
Bert’s Market on East Ashley Avenue is the only place on the island that never closes. Its motto is “We may doze, but we never close.” It has a deli, a grill, a bakery case and a full grocery, so it covers a midnight sandwich, a 5 a.m. coffee before a surf session and last-minute supplies for your rental. Breakfast items are served until 11 a.m. Under state law, beer and wine aren’t sold between 2 and 6 a.m. Read more in our Folly Favorite: Bert’s Market story.
Open until 2 a.m.
- Chico Feo: the colorful open-air spot on East Ashley is a favorite for late-night hangouts, open noon to 2 a.m. every day.
- The Bounty Bar: craft cocktails, local beer and late-night snacks, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily.
- Drop In Bar & Deli: the Center Street hole-in-the-wall known for creative sandwiches. It’s open 9 a.m. to 2 a.m., with breakfast until 2 p.m. and the kitchen open until 10 p.m.
- Planet Follywood: burgers, daily specials and late-night snacks, open until 2 a.m. every night. It opens at 3 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, 11 a.m. midweek and 8 a.m. Friday through Sunday for breakfast.
Late-night menus are usually shorter than the daytime ones, and on a quiet January weeknight a bar may close early. If your plan depends on a hot meal after 10 p.m., call first.
Open until 11 p.m. or midnight
- Loggerhead’s Beach Grill: open until 11 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday, 1 a.m. Thursday and midnight Friday and Saturday. The kitchen closes at 10 p.m.
- Lowlife Bar: open until 11 p.m., and midnight on Friday and Saturday.
- Woody’s Pizza: pizza until 11 p.m. every night, for dine-in or takeout. It opens at 4 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and 11 a.m. the rest of the week.
- The Washout: open 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, with live music several nights a week.
Restaurants open every day in winter
Most of the island’s best-known restaurants list hours for all seven days. That makes them easy picks on a Monday or Tuesday, when a few smaller places take a day off.
- Seafood: Folly Beach Crab Shack, Catch 23, Rita’s Seaside Grille and LoLo’s (11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.).
- On the beach or the pier: Pinky’s on the Beach and Koko’s on the Pier (11 a.m. to 8 p.m., cards only).
- Tacos and burgers: Taco Boy, Coconut Joe’s and Revelry Brewing (until 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 p.m. on weekends).
- Something sweet: 3 Gulls Creamery scoops ice cream from noon to 10 p.m. daily, cold weather or not. More ideas are in Where to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth.
Winter oysters
Cold months are oyster months around Charleston, and two spots near Folly make the most of it.
The Washout holds oyster roasts on Wednesdays from October through April. Bowen’s Island Restaurant, on the marsh just off Folly Road, serves steamed oysters from 4 p.m. It’s open Tuesday through Saturday and closed Sunday and Monday. For tips on hosting your own, see Perfecting the Oyster Roast.
Breakfast and coffee on winter mornings
- Lost Dog Cafe: opens at 6:30 a.m. every day and closes at 3 p.m. (2 p.m. Sunday).
- Center Street Coffee: 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., closed Saturday.
- Rita’s Seaside Grille: breakfast from 7:30 a.m. on weekdays and brunch until 2 p.m. on weekends.
- Lowlife Bar: brunch every day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Playa Baya: açaí bowls and smoothies, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
For our full ranking, see Best Breakfasts on Folly Beach and our Folly Beach brunch guide.
Closed days to plan around
These places are open all winter but take regular days off:
- Alfredo’s On Folly: closed Sunday and Monday. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch (11 a.m.–2 p.m.) and dinner (4:30–9 p.m.).
- Bowen’s Island Restaurant: closed Sunday and Monday.
- Jack of Cups Saloon: closed Tuesday.
- Dead Low Cafe: open Thursday through Sunday only, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Center Street Coffee: closed Saturday.
Holidays and game days
Holiday hours are set place by place. The Washout, for example, closes on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Before you go on a holiday, check our list of Folly restaurants and bars open on Thanksgiving Day and call ahead.
Winter is also football season. Loggerhead’s, The Washout and Planet Follywood are all on our list of the best places to watch sports on Folly. For live bands, see our top five spots for live music on Folly.
Tips for eating out on Folly in winter
- Call ahead on weeknights. Off-season hours shift with the weather and the crowds, and a slow night can mean an early close.
- Bring a layer. Many Folly spots are open-air or deck-heavy. Evenings near the water can feel much colder than the forecast suggests.
- Enjoy the easy parking. Winter is the easiest time to find a spot near Center Street. Our Folly Beach parking guide covers the rules.
- Check events. Oyster roasts, holiday events and tree lightings can fill a restaurant fast. See what’s on in our Folly Beach events calendar.
Thinking about a winter getaway? Our post on Folly’s shoulder season explains why the quiet months are worth it.
Folly Beach winter dining FAQ
Are Folly Beach restaurants open in winter?
Yes. Most Folly Beach restaurants stay open all winter, including the Center Street bars and grills, the seafood spots and the breakfast cafes. A few close one or two days a week, and hours can be shorter on slow nights, so call ahead.
What is open late at night on Folly Beach?
Bert’s Market is open 24 hours a day. Chico Feo, The Bounty Bar, Drop In Bar & Deli and Planet Follywood are listed as open until 2 a.m., and Loggerhead’s stays open until 1 a.m. on Thursdays.
Where can I get food after 10 p.m. on Folly Beach?
Bert’s Market has a deli and grill that never close, and Woody’s Pizza serves until 11 p.m. every night. Many bars stay open later, but most kitchens close around 10 p.m.
Which Folly Beach restaurants are closed on Mondays?
Alfredo’s On Folly and Bowen’s Island Restaurant are closed on Sunday and Monday, and Dead Low Cafe is closed Monday through Wednesday. Most other Folly restaurants are open on Mondays.
Where can I get oysters near Folly Beach in winter?
The Washout holds oyster roasts on Wednesdays from October through April. Bowen’s Island Restaurant, just off Folly Road, serves steamed oysters from 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
