The Southern General

4.7 ( 530 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
3157 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island, SC 29455, United States
+1 843-640-3778
Nestled in Johns Island, South Carolina, The Southern General stands out as a must-visit for food lovers seeking authentic Southern cuisine. Reviewers rave about the restaurant’s vibrant flavors and generous portions, with standout dishes including the succulent Pulled Pork Sandwich and the crispy Cheese Curds. Customers appreciate the use of fresh ingredients, particularly noting the high-quality bread that accompanies their sandwiches, which enhances the overall dining experience. The ambiance is casual yet inviting, amplified by attentive service that ensures diners’ needs are met efficiently. Highlights such as the Sweet Tea Wings, lightly breaded Cheese Curds, and decadent Mac and Cheese have received particular acclaim. Many patrons emphasize the restaurant’s commitment to safety, with thoughtful Covid-19 precautions in place, including well-spaced outdoor seating. Value for money is also a recurring theme, with diners feeling satisfied by both portion sizes and price points. The Southern General definitely places emphasis on Southern hospitality, leaving customers both full and happy. With a blend of innovative dishes and traditional Southern fare, this eatery is a culinary gem worth exploring, whether you’re a local or just passing through.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For The Southern General

Jacqueline V
May 14,2025
This place truly knows the meaning of safety precautions for covid! They have been take out only until yesterday when they started allowing people to sit outside (only three tables very well spaced apart). We did not place out orders ahead but the food came out so quickly! We were all impressed with the flavors of the sandwiches but mostly with the quality of the bread they were served on. Super fresh! Sandwiches were so large that all three of us took the other half to go. You definitely get your money's worth here. Also noticed when I got home that they use compostable packaging. Love Highly recommend!
Gregory McDermott
May 6,2025
The Southern General is a special find, very unique food and taste. No tap beer but very good selection overall. I had the black and blue chicken which tells me a lot about how confident the place is. They locked it out of the park. Try this place when you are on or near James Island.
J B
Apr 27,2025
The cheese curds were such a delicious start to our meals at this small, low-key restaurant. The pulled pork sandwich was amazing with the best sauce on it. We tried the hand cut fries which were seasoned perfectly and the mac and cheese had that great southern thickness and taste. Our server was excellent and made sure our drinks were always full. The extra 20% they add to the bill for the kitchen staff is no big deal because the prices are LOW and the portions are very fair. We will definitely come back next time we’re in South Carolina!
Todd Ernest
Apr 27,2025
OMG!! I wish I had come here sooner but we are leaving tomorrow. This place is a MUST VISIT!! Came here with my wife and one of my sons. We started with the Sweet Tea Wings and Cheese Curds. Wow! The light breading on the curds was perfection and they were so delicious! The Sweet Tea wings were absolutely fabulous! Such a fantastic dry rub that needed nothing more but dip them into the house made ranch and they were to die for! Shoot me now cuz I could stop there!! For the meal we had a Cubano, the Southern Pot Roast and the Cheese Steak sandwiches. They were all superb! They were so good we all had to share! Lol. Thank God we are family! Seriously, come here hungry and you’ll leave here filled up and more than satisfied! We finished off with the Black and Tan Brownie and a chocolate shake. So so good!! Oh by the way, the service was great as well! The server was super friendly and the food came out fast and piping hot!
Megan C
Apr 17,2025
A gem! We orders the Poutine, sloppy Joe, special melt, Cuban ba mi, and a kids burger and everything was amazing! Fresh ingredients and flavor all around. The cucumber salad that comes as a side was spectacular and refreshing. Can’t wait to come back again!
Sallyannie M
Mar 18,2025
We found this gem by chance after visiting the Angel Oak and we were not disappointed! My kids had the hotdog and hamburger with fries. The pickles and fries were homemade and delish! My husband had the shrimp po boy- which is his very favorite sandwich and he is very critical-he loved it. I had the special - the patty-melt and OMG was it a delicious burger! And I usually don't like cucumber salad but theirs was really good. The service was wonderful and the ambiance relaxed. We will be coming back for more when we are in the area again.
Von Thorn
Mar 5,2025
Mallory our waitress was outstanding. We ordered Poutine fries. The cheese curds & gravy was top notch! We felt the seasoning on the fries were a bit much and could have done without it. The veggie black bean burger was good and my husband enjoyed his pork butt BBQ sandwich. The cucumber salad was just the right touch of fresh and pickled superbly. Definitely would dine here again whenever we are in the Charleston area.
Rachel Ebaugh
Feb 18,2025
We absolutely loved dining at this place. It has the best ambiance and atmosphere. The menu had so many options, we agreed we would have to come back at least ask many times to try all the wonderful choices. The staff was incredibly friendly and service was quick. I wish they had another location in West Ashley! Will definitely be back and highly recommend

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