BLU Beach Bar & Grill

BLU Beach Bar & Grill

Offering the only true oceanfront dining experience in Charleston, BLU has a refined menu and A+ view What pairs well with scallop risotto and filet mignon?

Sweeping views of the water! Offering the only true oceanfront dining experience in Charleston, BLU has a refined menu and A+ viewsโ€”proving that everything tastes better at the beach. Especially the frozen drinks from our outside tiki bar. Cheers.

14/09/2024

Paws, relax, and sip by the sea. ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŒŠ

12/09/2024

Got plans this weekend? Now you do! We've got live music, cold drinks and a wholelotta dancing. Bring the crew. We'll find room. ๐ŸŽถโœจ

Friday, September 13:
Eric Vaughn | 6-9 PM

Saturday, September 14:
Liam Murphy | 2-5 PM
Matt Mackelcan | 6-9 PM

Sunday, September 15:
Johnny Holliday Duo | 2-5 PM

09/09/2024

Crispy, golden, and oh-so-good โ€“ our fried calamari is the perfect snack for beachside bites. Pair it with a cocktail and take in the ocean view.

07/09/2024

Game Day Wings Are Here! ๐Ÿ—

Get your game day wings hot off the smoker at the Tiki Bar!
50 Cent Wings
Choose from Dry Rub, Buffalo, or Alabama White Sauce
Served with Ranch or Blue Cheese, Celery, and Carrots

Available Saturdays during College Football Season

05/09/2024

Soak up the last rays of summer with an ocean breeze and a cocktail in hand. There's no better place to unwind. โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿน

03/09/2024

How many of you found your pour-fect beach bestie this weekend? ๐ŸŠโ„๏ธ

29/08/2024

Game Day Wings Are Here!

Get your game day wings hot off the smoker at the Tiki Bar! Enjoy 50 Cent Wings from Saturday, August 31st to Monday, September 2nd.

29/08/2024

Sun's out, buns out! ๐Ÿ” Our beachside burgers are here to elevate your summer vibes. ๐ŸŒž๐ŸŒŠ

21/08/2024

You canโ€™t buy happiness, but you can buy cocktails at BLU. Close enough, right? ๐Ÿ˜œ๐Ÿน

15/08/2024

Live tunes and ocean views โ€“ the perfect duo at BLU! ๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŒด

Enjoy this weekend's live music lineup:

Friday, August 16th
Danny May, 6-9pm

Saturday, August 17th
Super Reggae Man, 2-5pm

Sunday, August18th
Robert C., 1-4pm

12/08/2024

Seeing double? Either itโ€™s time to cut you off or you've got your hands full with some delicious drinks! ๐Ÿน๐Ÿ˜Ž

09/08/2024

Good news, BLU fam! Debby has moved on. ๐ŸŒž Come relax with us, enjoy some great food & drinks, and let the ocean breeze work its magic. Your favorite beachside hangout is ready for some action!

03/08/2024

Crispy, crunchy, and oh-so-tasty. Our crispy chicken sandwich is ready to make some noise. Whoโ€™s hungry?

01/08/2024

Feeling the island spirit with our delicious Painkiller. Sip, relax, repeat! ๐Ÿ๐Ÿฅฅ

29/07/2024

Every bite is a flavor adventure. Ready to dig in?

19/07/2024

Beachfront live music? Yes, please! Come unwind with live music all weekend.

Friday, July 19th: Danny May: 6 PM to 9 PM
Saturday, July 20th: Super Reggae Man: 2 PM to 5 PM & Liam Murphy: 6 PM to 9 PM
Sunday, July 21st: Lola Grace: 1 PM to 4 PM

14/07/2024

Meet your new summer crush: our Fried Chicken Sandwich.

Fried or Grilled Chicken Breast with Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Lettuce and Ranch Dressing on a Brioche Bun

08/07/2024

Why dream of paradise when you can be here? ๐ŸŒดโœจ

02/07/2024

Raise a glass (or a frozen cocktail or two) to endless summer days at BLU.

24/06/2024

BLU is in the running for Best Beach Bar in the 2024 Post & Courier's Charleston's Choice Awards. Show your support and help us claim the top spots by voting today!

Cast Your Vote at pnccontests.secondstreetapp.com/ChasChoice_2024/gallery?group=483510

20/06/2024

Get ready for an unforgettable Fourth of July weekend!

Join us from July 4th to 6th at the Tiki Bar for tasty food and drink specials. Enjoy $8 hamburgers, $4 hotdogs, $20 beer buckets, and Frozen Aperol Spritzes.
Dance to live music all weekend long, from July 4th through the 7th.

Come for the food, stay for the music, and celebrate independence with the best beachfront vibes on Folly Beach.

Learn More at blufollybeach.com/event/fourth-of-july-weekend/

18/06/2024

Making memories one sip at a time.๐Ÿน

14/06/2024

Live tunes and beach vibes โ€“ the perfect combo. ๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŒŠ

This weekend enjoy live music by:

Eric Vaughn: 6-9pm (Friday, June 14)
Chad Ligon: 6-9pm (Saturday, June 15)
Super Reggae Man: 1-4pm (Saturday, June 15)

07/06/2024

Frozen Aperol Spritz: Your new go-to for sunny days and good vibes. Only at BLU! โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿน๐ŸŠ

04/06/2024

Where the drinks are cold, and the vibes are hot. Join us at the Tiki Bar! ๐ŸŒด๐Ÿน

01/06/2024

Dive into a splash of flavor with our Salmon & Avocado Salad! ๐Ÿฅ—๐ŸŸ

Freshly grilled salmon paired with crisp artisan greens and a zesty lemon basil vinaigretteโ€”itโ€™s your feel-good meal with a sea view.

29/05/2024

Feeling the beach heat? Cool down with our signature cocktails, crafted to perfection. ๐Ÿน๐Ÿ”†

24/05/2024

Evening beach walks deserve a refreshing pause! Drop by BLU and cool off with our signature cocktails at the Tiki bar. ๐ŸŒŠโœจ Whether itโ€™s a sunset sip or a starlit toast, we're here to make your beach evenings better.

19/05/2024

Sun, sand, and cocktails in hand. Just another day at the 'offishell' beach headquarters! ๐Ÿš

15/05/2024

Your favorite home away from home is waiting for your support! Cast your vote in this year's Condรฉ Nast Readers' Choice Awards.

Cast your vote at cntraveler.com/vote

14/05/2024

Taco 'bout a beachy feast! Our tacos are the perfect way to celebrate. ๐ŸŒฎ

09/05/2024

From sunset to starlight, dinner under the pergola is the perfect spot to wine, dine, and unwind!

08/05/2024

Make a splash with our Watermelon Breeze cocktail and dive into a sea of flavor while supporting the incredible work of the Warrior Surf Foundation ๐Ÿ‰

Proceeds from every Watermelon Breeze sold until June 8th will be donated to the Warrior Surf Foundation

Watermelon Breeze | Grey Goose Essences Strawberry and Basil, Coconut Water, Lime Juice, Agave Nectar, Watermelon Purรฉe, and Muddled Jalapeรฑo

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Our Story

Few restaurants in Charleston offer oceanfront dining. None offer the unique experience youโ€™ll find at BLU. In a city defined by water, Blu stands tall as one of the few restaurants with oceanfront dining. Perched at the โ€œEdge of Americaโ€ directly on Folly Beach, Blu combines spectacular views with a menu dominated by sustainable seafood, regional flavors and local ingredients. Enjoy local favorites and seasonal specialties in this full-service restaurant located within the Tides Hotel on Folly Beach.

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๐ŸŠ you glad itโ€™s Friday?! Enjoy our Frozen Aperol Spritz beachside all weekend long โœจโ˜€๏ธ
Embrace the endless horizon at Folly Beachโœจ๐ŸŒŠ
Feeling the beach heat? Cool down with our signature cocktails, crafted to perfection. ๐Ÿน๐Ÿ”†
Giveaway Closed- This round is on us! We are giving away a dinner for two ($100 value) to BLU! To enter you must be foll...
Tiki Tuesday! ๐Ÿน
Voting has started for Charleston City Paper's Best fo Charleston! VOTE for BLU in "Best Folly Beach Bar" category!  Vot...
Thank you to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District for giving us a brand new beach! Come check it out on...
Feeling the heat?! Come cool down with us here at BLU!
We've got bubbly AND live music this weekend!Check out our great music lineup below, and come join us today through Sund...
Looking for a great place at the beach to sit back, eat some good food, and enjoy some music? Our first weekend in Augus...

Opening Hours

Monday 07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 22:00
Thursday 07:30 - 22:00
Friday 07:30 - 22:00
Saturday 07:30 - 22:00
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00