Sightsee Shop
Review of Sightsee Shop
Sightsee Shop is a charming coffee shop and retail store located in the Elliotborough neighborhood of downtown Charleston, South Carolina. This unique establishment offers a delightful combination of curated goods from small brands and makers across the country, as well as a selection of craft coffee, espresso, and organic teas sourced from local and regional roasters.
The moment you step into Sightsee Shop, you'll be captivated by its travel-inspired atmosphere. The interior exudes a laid-back surfer vibe, with colorful decor and a clean, Cali skate/surf shack design. The friendly and welcoming staff adds to the overall positive experience.
When it comes to their beverages, Sightsee Shop takes pride in serving high-quality coffee and espresso. Whether you're a coffee enthusiast or just looking for a delicious brew, Sightsee Shop has you covered. They offer a variety of options, including pour-over coffees and specialty drinks like the popular espresso tonic. If tea is more your style, you'll find a selection of organic teas to choose from.
Aside from the coffee and retail offerings, Sightsee Shop also hosts cafe market events, where you can explore different vendors and enjoy free samples. It's a great opportunity to discover new flavors and support local businesses.
Customers have raved about the delightful experience they've had at Sightsee Shop. They appreciate the friendly service, the strong and delicious coffee, and the unique selection of goods available for purchase. The outdoor seating area provides a pleasant spot to relax and enjoy your beverage.
If you're in Charleston and looking for a coffee shop that offers more than just a cup of joe, make sure to visit Sightsee Shop. It's a hidden gem that combines the best of both worlds: a retail store with carefully curated goods and a coffee bar serving up exceptional brews.
From the business
"Sightsee is a travel-inspired retail store and coffee bar nestled in the Elliotborough neighborhood of downtown Charleston. We sell a curated collection of goods from small brands and makers around the country and serve craft coffee, espresso, and organic teas from local and regional roasters."
Amenities
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Sean Dennison
Came for the coffee, but left with a memorable experience for my little girls. The owners explained how they made espresso for drinks, fit for a 4 year old's understanding. Delightful folks, cappuccino, muffins, and vanilla steamers for the girls!
Martha Lee
My sister and I love coming here! Not only the anticipation of having a delicious latte but also the comfort of friendly staff keep us coming back week after week. One of our favorite things, other than the actual beverage, are the creative illustrations guaranteed to brighten your day! We would highly recommend venturing to Line street to enjoy a feel good experience all around!
James Nguyen
Cool little spot with excellent coffee. Worth walking to if you're exploring downtown!
Kasen Wysong
Sightsee wins in so many categories: shop ambience, product quality, customer service. It's hard to find shop owners with as much love and knowledge of coffee as Joel and Allyson. Sightsee is located "off the beaten path" and once you walk in - WOOSH - the delicious smells hit you and you know you're in for a treat. If you're in Charleston looking for a local coffee shop, it's the place to go.
Betsy Hood
I’m so excited about visiting Sightsee to enjoy the entire Sightsee experience - live and in person - this next month, (I live in Raleigh). Through much hard work, talent, creativity, and great PR skills, Joel and Allyson’s one-time dream is now a reality. I’m anticipating a hazelnut cappuccino to be the best I’ve ever had! I’ve ordered several of their unique shop products and each has met, even exceeded, my expectations! I especially love my latest purchase - the Sightsee Anniversary t-shirts and travel mugs! I’ve always been a Yeti fan, but Yeti has nothing on Sightsee’s travel mugs! I filled my new mug with hot Russian tea at 9:00 in the morning but didn’t drink all of it. When I opened the mug 12 hours later, the tea was still hot!
Kristina B. Hill-Hardin
A delicious coffee shop in a welcoming atmosphere. Great customer service. A must-visit if you're in Charleston. And make sure to try the coffee cake if they have it.
Meg Trite
Most charming coffee shop I've been to with really unique treatures for frequent travelers like myself. Picked up a cold brew, some ground beans to take home, a cool tshirt and everyday oil for traveling. The owners were very friendly. A must-stop coffee shop!
Travis Richardson
If small, independent shops with wonderful coffee and friendly and knowledgeable owners is your vibe, you need to go to Sightsee. Sightsee is easily walkable from most of downtown Charleston but also hidden from the King Street chaos. I highly recommend this new neighborhood coffee shop! Get the galão; its wonderful!
Martina Jones
Great shop with tasty coffee and an extremely helpful menu. I'm usually lost at coffee shops trying to Google what the differences between all the coffees, espressos, roasts and blends actually are. I had my first cortado and it was exactly what I needed to jumpstart my day in Charleston. The travel guides are fantastic and my travel bug got activated seeing the great maps for Amsterdam, New York, and New Orleans. Allyson and Joel are passionate about spreading some love of caffeine and love of travel so stop on by for a dose of either or both, you won't be disappointed!
Haley Paskalides
We walked into this coffee shop right off the plane from NYC. The owner was kind enough to take the time to talk to us and provide us with an adorable list of personalized recommendations based on what we told him we were into. The coffee is amazing, I also bought a very cool art print which they have hanging on the walls. :)