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Overview

Chubby Fish is a chef-driven, dock-to-table concept by Chef James London, proudly offering fresh, Lowcountry seafood with innovative preparations. Tucked away in Charleston’s Historic Elliotborough neighborhood, Chubby Fish partners with local fishers and farmers to feature the very best seasonal ingredients the Lowcountry has to offer. Chubby Fish spotlights fresh catches straight from the Atlantic Ocean and local rivers. The menu changes daily.

Awards

NYT 50 Best Restaurants

NYT Best Restaurants in America, 2025

James Beard

Finalist — Best Chef: Southeast, 2024

Food & Wine

Top 20 Restaurants in the U.S, 2024

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