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The Obstinate Daughter

Sullivan's Island · $$–$$$ · Ranked in 4 TasteSignal categories

Updated November 2026

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Wood-fired pizza oven, plancha, raw bar, and a focus on pasta and small plates from Lowcountry farms and fishermen.

4.6
TasteSignal Crowd ScoreBlended across 3 platforms · how this is calculated
Google★ 4.62,747 reviewsTripadvisor★ 4.61,312 reviewsYelp★ 4.5about 1,900 reviews

Diner ratings checked Nov 2026. Platforms with fewer than 50 reviews are not counted.

Address2063 Middle St, Sullivan's Island, SC 29482
Open inGoogle MapsApple MapsWaze
Phone(843) 416-5020
Websitetheobstinatedaughter.com
HoursLunch 11 AM to 3 PM, Dinner 4 PM to 10 PM. Brunch Sat/Sun 10 to 3
ReservationsBook on Resyor call to book
Walk-inBar, patio, and bar cocktail tables are reserved for walk-ins. Patio releases day-of based on weather. Pizza-only menu 3-4 PM is the easiest entry.

Hours, prices and booking details are from our 2026 checks. Confirm with the restaurant before you go.

Why The Obstinate Daughter ranks where it does

#1

Best Italian Restaurants in Charleston, SC

No change
  • Critic recognition from Michelin Guide, Condé Nast Traveler and 3 other outlets in the last five years.
  • Fresh critic coverage in the last six months (Michelin Guide, Oct 2026).
  • Diner ratings: 4.6 on Google (2,747 reviews); 4.5 on Yelp (about 1,900 reviews); 4.6 on Tripadvisor (1,312 reviews).
  • On major critic lists in 5 different years (2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026).
#4

Best Brunch in Charleston, SC

▼ from #3
  • Brunch recognition: Charleston City Paper (May 2024, winner), Charleston City Paper (May 2023, winner) and 2 more.
  • Critic recognition from Michelin Guide, Condé Nast Traveler and 3 other outlets in the last five years.
  • Fresh critic coverage in the last six months (Michelin Guide, Oct 2026).
  • Diner ratings: 4.6 on Google (2,747 reviews); 4.5 on Yelp (about 1,900 reviews); 4.6 on Tripadvisor (1,312 reviews).
  • On major critic lists in 5 different years (2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026).
#7

Best Overall Restaurants in Charleston, SC

▼ from #4
  • Critic recognition from Michelin Guide, Condé Nast Traveler and 3 other outlets in the last five years.
  • Fresh critic coverage in the last six months (Michelin Guide, Oct 2026).
  • Diner ratings: 4.6 on Google (2,747 reviews); 4.5 on Yelp (about 1,900 reviews); 4.6 on Tripadvisor (1,312 reviews).
  • On major critic lists in 5 different years (2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026).
  • Readers' pick: Charleston City Paper Best of Charleston 2024 (Best Sullivan's Island Brunch: winner).
#8

Best Pizza in Charleston, SC

No change
  • Pizza recognition: Post and Courier (Apr 2024), Post and Courier (Apr 2023).
  • Critic recognition from Michelin Guide, Condé Nast Traveler and 3 other outlets in the last five years.
  • Fresh critic coverage in the last six months (Michelin Guide, Oct 2026).
  • Diner ratings: 4.6 on Google (2,747 reviews); 4.5 on Yelp (about 1,900 reviews); 4.6 on Tripadvisor (1,312 reviews).
  • On major critic lists in 5 different years (2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026).

Rank history

CategoryOct 26Nov 26
Italian#1#1
Brunch#3#4
Best Overall#4#7
Pizza#8#8

A dash means it was not ranked in that category that month. See everything that moved this month.

What critics and guides say

Michelin Guide: MICHELIN Guide American South 2026 (Charleston-area selection) (Oct 2026)Condé Nast Traveler: The Best Restaurants in Charleston (2026) (Jul 2026)James Beard Foundation: 2024 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Award Semifinalists - Charleston area (Jan 2024)Charleston City Paper: Our Top 50: Summer 2026 (DISH Dining Guide) (Aug 2026)Post and Courier: Our food editor's guide to eating brunch in Charleston (Nov 2025)Charleston City Paper: Best of Charleston 2024 (May 2024)Charleston City Paper: Best of Charleston 2023 (May 2023)Charleston City Paper: Best of Charleston 2022 (May 2022)

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Frequently asked

Is The Obstinate Daughter good?

The Obstinate Daughter ranks #1 for Italian in Charleston on TasteSignal for November 2026. Critic recognition from Michelin Guide, Condé Nast Traveler and 3 other outlets in the last five years.

What is The Obstinate Daughter's TasteSignal Crowd Score?

4.6 out of 5, the average of its ratings on Google, Yelp and Tripadvisor (platforms with 50+ reviews), checked Nov 2026.

Where is The Obstinate Daughter?

The Obstinate Daughter is at 2063 Middle St, Sullivan's Island, SC 29482 (Sullivan's Island).

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