🎬 In the Series:
First Appearance: Season 1, Episode 9 – “Better Is the End of a Thing Than Its Beginning”
In the Season 1 finale, the Gemstone family gathers for a tense yet heartfelt post-church meal at a casual Southern restaurant—captured on location at the Liberty Tap Room in Mount Pleasant. The scene is quiet but emotionally charged, offering a rare glimpse into the family’s fractured dynamics in a public setting.
The restaurant’s welcoming layout and patio-style seating provided the perfect backdrop for this intimate moment amid the chaos of Season 1’s climax.
đź“Ť In Real Life:
Located at 1028 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard, the Liberty Tap Room was once a popular local spot for pub fare and community gatherings. Though the restaurant has since closed, the building is still standing, and fans will recognize the distinctive facade and sign placement that featured prominently in the show.
It’s an easy and nostalgic photo stop for fans tracing the Gemstones’ path through Charleston—and it remains largely unchanged from its on-screen appearance.
📝 Fan Tip: Make it a two-part visit—after grabbing photos at the former Liberty Tap Room, head over to nearby Shem Creek, which features in later seasons and offers a scenic boardwalk, waterfront bars, and some of the area’s best sunset views. It’s a perfect combo stop for Gemstone fans and Charleston explorers alike.