
Lowlife Bar
A breezy, rustic bar on Folly Beach offering global dishes, creative cocktails, and a lively, dog-friendly atmosphere.
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Lowlife Bar

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A breezy, rustic bar on Folly Beach offering global dishes, creative cocktails, and a lively, dog-friendly atmosphere.
Order at the Bar
Seat yourself and order directly from the bar; service is generally fast and friendly.
Pet-Friendly Patio
Bring your dog along! This bar is known for being very welcoming to pets.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
American / Global Fusion
Price
Mid-range
Address
106 E Hudson Ave, Folly Beach, SC 29439, USA
Website
lowlifebar.com/Highlights
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Global Flavors, Local Vibe
Savor unique dishes from Thai Brussels sprouts to jerk chicken, all in a breezy, Key West-inspired atmosphere.

Creative Cocktails & Brunch
Enjoy specialty cocktails like the Farmer Tan and hearty brunch options, perfect for any time of day.

Dog-Friendly Beachside Haven
Bring your furry friends to this casual, pet-friendly spot that offers great food and a relaxed beach vibe.
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Order at the Bar
Seat yourself and order directly from the bar; service is generally fast and friendly.
Pet-Friendly Patio
Bring your dog along! This bar is known for being very welcoming to pets.
Brunch Daily
Enjoy brunch favorites like burritos and avocado toast every day from 10 am to 3 pm.
Live Music & Reggae
Check for live music shows, especially Saturday Reggae nights, for added entertainment.
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Order at the Bar
Seat yourself and order directly from the bar; service is generally fast and friendly.
Pet-Friendly Patio
Bring your dog along! This bar is known for being very welcoming to pets.
Brunch Daily
Enjoy brunch favorites like burritos and avocado toast every day from 10 am to 3 pm.
Live Music & Reggae
Check for live music shows, especially Saturday Reggae nights, for added entertainment.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Lowlife Bar is a popular casual spot with a lively, beachy atmosphere and generally good food, particularly known for its shrimp rolls and fries. While many praise the friendly service and creative cocktails, some reviewers have noted inconsistencies in food quality and occasional issues with rude staff. The dog-friendly patio and daily brunch are significant draws for visitors seeking a relaxed dining experience.
"Casual beach bar that is consistently good. I love the Poke Bowl, but I've never had anything I don't like. Very dog friendly. Nice bar and specialty drinks. Social atmosphere."
Vida by Vivian
"Great place for casual drinking and eating. Food is very good. Try the Thai Brussels sprouts and the shrimp roll. And the fried chicken sandwich. Their fries are great too. friendly service. Outside seating available. You seat yourself and order at the bar. Pretty fast service.
Went back for brunch. Burrito was great. The fried chicken was a bit dry. A little light on the avocado on the avocado toast, but tasty. Friendly service and good place to hang out."
Thierry Simondet
"I LOVE Lowlife bar!! The servers and bartenders are incredible! I came by for lunch and the server brought me all the different dipping sauces for the shrimp sandwich. The customer service is 1000/10 and the food and drinks tasted amazing. Highly recommend!"
Olivia Young
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Frequently Asked Questions
You seat yourself and then order your food and drinks directly at the bar. Staff will then bring your order to your table.
Yes, Lowlife Bar is very dog-friendly, with a welcoming atmosphere for pets and their owners, especially on the patio.
Popular choices include the shrimp rolls, Thai Brussels sprouts, jerk chicken, and the seasoned fries.
Reservations are typically not required as it's a walk-in establishment where you order at the bar.
Brunch is served daily from 10 am to 3 pm, offering a variety of breakfast and lunch favorites.
They have a wide selection of specialty cocktails, craft beers, and wine, with a focus on unique and refreshing concoctions.
Yes, Lowlife Bar often features live music, including Reggae nights on Saturdays, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.
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You don’t have to wait for the weekend to eat brunch at Lowlife Bar, where America’s favorite breakfast/lunch mash-up is served every day from 10 am-3 pm. Start your meal off with some crispy Old Bay seasoned waffle fries with spicy ketchup, caramelized onion and chive crème fraiche. Try their version of chicken & waffles, featuring Cholula-honey fried chicken with shredded slaw and buttermilk-Scallion dressing.
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Come chill and enjoy the beautiful weather at their open air bar and laid back style. They are open Sunday through Thursday from 10 am to 11 pm and Friday and Saturday from 10 am to midnight. Hours may vary upon the season and Holidays.
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