“The restaurant seems to be showing its age. The gnocchi is still great. The atmosphere, service, and other dishes are in decline. At the price point there are better options in Charleston. They have removed the lime cream puff from the menu, if you are/were a fan of it.“
“Absolutely fantastic experience at The Establishment. The food was really awesome, but what really set this restaurant above its competitors was the level of service. All the wait staff, everyone, was phenomenally well trained and did an exceptional job. This was our first time going, but it's now on my short list of favorite restaurants in Charleston. Very, very highly recommended.“
“Food was excellent! Definitely get the tasting menu! The dishes were a good size for my wife & I to share. They accommodated her with providing a pescatarian option for main course. Great service & atmosphere was warm & laid back. Can’t recommend this gem highly enough!“
“Went here for brunch. This place has great service and atmosphere. The menu is fantastic but the execution just wasn’t 100% ie the portions are small for the price as some other reviews mentioned. We had the fried rice with short rib and maybe six small pieces of short rib and then 95% rices. The flavors were good but why skimp on the meat. So nice place overall but food it hit/miss for the price so just be ready for that“
“Was the rehearsal dinner foe my niece's wedding. Everything was spectacular. Highly recommend the low country boil.Parking: Downtown Charleston has a shortage of parking and Leon's is no exception. Small dedicated lot was full and limited space.Kid-friendliness: Kids attended and service was great.“
“We were visiting Charleston and this restaurant was highly recommended from Embassy Suites by Hilton in Mt Pleasant. We were not disappointed. Located in the heart of down town Charleston on East Bay street ( near Market St). On street parking. Very little. Our server Frederick M. was professional, courteous, experienced waiter, and personable. Great menu. My wife had the Salmon salad was devious and huge. I ate the Soft shell Crab ( total soft-shell crab). Fabulous. Needed a steak knife to cut and eat. Quality of the food was fantastic. service was excellent. Highly recommend this restaurant. Probably need reservations at night ( we went for lunch).“
“We loved our experience here at Cru Cafe. Sally our server was excellent! Her smile and charm at so much to the atmosphere. I loved that they had a non alcoholic beverage too. The beer choices were excellent for our party too. The champagne drink was good tooParking: Easy peasy“
“Greens were a little salty. Broccoli salad was so good. The trout was crazy good. This was my first time going and it won't be my last. I loved the cornbread, too. This was a real southern experience. Perfect for Charleston. I want to try the bread pudding.Parking: There was plenty of available space but we arrived a little late. The lot is a little tight. Of the restaurant had been full it would be packed.“
“Absolutely delicious food. We started with the s'mores and carrot cake and were not disappointed. So rich and delicious. We moved on to the fried sweet potato skins, topped with an arugula salad blend. So well balanced and fresh. The main course was the tomato pie. Honestly the best meal I've ever had in Charleston! Highly recommend!“
“My only complaint about this place is that when you walk in, you don’t know what to do. No one greeted us and we didn’t know what to do. After asking, we learned its first come first serve, so you literally have to stand and wait for a table and rush to it before anyone else. Other than that, the food was excellent. The service was fantastic. The atmosphere was great. And the drinks were the best. Every time we visit the area, we will be back.“
“A beautiful little restaurant that has it all. The service was fantastic and the ambiance perfect.The sourdough was fenominal. Flounder was amazing but many bites were over salted. Same issue with the rabit pasta being good but much too salty.The dessert - flourless cake was perfect! So glad we ordered it!Really only issue was the saltiness. I would definitely return though, its a lovely spot“
“The dining experience was exceptional, and the ambiance was highly favorable. The stuffed hush puppies are a highly recommended menu item. The fish was cooked to perfection. Nicole, our server, demonstrated extensive knowledge of the menu and provided excellent service.“
“I could not write this review fast enough. We had the pleasure of having Eric as our server last night. What an incredible guy. He greeted us by name, went over the entire menu page by page, offered recommendations for food and drink. We did the chef’s experience tasting menu and it was incredible. Eric went over each course and explained how it was prepared. Our bill after some drinks and tip was a bit over $400 but truly the best money I have ever spent for food and experience. Again, thank you to Eric for making our time in Charleston so memorable and if we are ever back we will be requesting him by name, he was truly wonderful. -The Fees“
“BEST restaurant I have ever been to and this is not an overstatement! The service was very professional and I felt like I was attending a classy dinner 138 years ago with my partner. World class chef who is very creative with his menu. The food is on the pricy end but the caliber of the food and service trumps it! The staff puts a lot of effort into what they do- I love their passion. Highly recommend!“
“My husband and I decided to visit Charleston, SC, for the weekend. We ended up googling barbecue restaurants, and who would have known that the restaurant food, service, and atmosphere would be great. As we waited for our waitress to assist us, one of the cooks asked if we knew what we were ordering. We looked at each other, and then I looked at the cook and responded No. He replied I'll send out a sample plate. The sample plate had beef brisket, pulled pork, sausage, and smoked turkey on it. Just to let you know, the food was delicious. I chose to build my own and had the beef brisket, pulled pork, macaroni & cheese. Potato salad. Now I wasn't a fan of the potato salad, it had the taste of sour cream overload. The lemonade was very tart to me. Now for our waitress, Ms. Kirby was amazing. Her personality was amazingly pleasant. We thank you for your amazing service. Ms. Kirby, I pray many blessings of favor upon you and your brother. And blessings upon Swig and Swine business..Parking: There's about 4 parking spaces on the left side of the building and maybe 3 or 4 in the front of the building.“
“Amazing experience through and through. From the greeting on the porch, the intimate table setting, amazing service, and even more amazing food. This resteraunt really curates an excellent experience. Once you order everything at the beginning of your meal you can sit back and relax as the dishes roll out perfectly timed. The chefs delivered the dishes themselves and were as enthusiastic to explain them as we were to eat them. Our server was extremely knowledgeable of the menu and helped guide our choices. The menu on their website was definitely different than the one we were handed. Their menu rotates so frequently that their website lags behind, and that's a great thing. Don't let it scare you away from a reservation, but let it excite you for the surprises that await. We sat on the balcony of the back porch where there are only 3 tables and it was very private! This resteraunt is going into our list of required visits every time we visit the city. Absolutely try this place. You won't regret it.“
Steak House • $$$
“They were very accommodating for my special diet. We came for a special occasion and I recently started a strict elimination diet. Honestly I was totally dreading this dinner bc I didn’t want to be “that girl” at the table questioning every ingredient. And I was fully expecting to have to sit and watch everyone else eat. But instead the chef came out, discussed my diet, and made sure there was an app, entree, and side that would be compatible with my restrictive diet. The food was delish (of course) but better than that was the fact that I could enjoy a meal with everyone else at the table.“
“We were lucky enough to get a recommendation by the Gullah culture story teller at Boone Hall Plantation.Parking is limited to wherever you can find a spot on the street. They have a little patio out front for extra seating. The restaurant is simple - wooden booths/chairs, nothing fancy. Really cool pics and artwork on the walls, though!Our waitress, Gabe, was delightful, cheery and thoughtful. She was as wonderfully entertaining as she was efficient! All six of us squished into a booth and ordered sweet teas, Arnold Palmers and Obamas (pink lemonade and sweet tea).We ordered the chicken livers and gizzards appetizers, the crab rice, pork chops, BBQ ribs, collard greens, Mac and cheese, red rice, cornbread and okra soup - (twisted gumbo). Y'all. It was the best damn food I've had in a month. (Some of my party didn't like the sweet cornbread. They were simply misguided in their wrong opinions.)Idk if it's because the food on the carnival cruise was so horrid, or because excellent real food (not cooked by my mama) is so hard to find in the wild, but I swear I fell in love with everyone in that restaurant.After paying my tab and tipping graciously, I waited outside for the rest of my party. I saw a beautiful lady with spectacular eyelashes by the side door. I sneaked over and asked her if she was the cook. Oh happy day, she was! I hugged her, and thanked her profusely, overjoyed to meet her. She is a national treasure and must be protected at all costs!Never have we had such a lovely dining experience - excellent food, exceptional service and wonderful staff. We felt like family!This place alone is worth the trip to Charleston!“
“When you are a local in this town it's always tough to find somewhere to feel at home and loved. There are so many options to choose from and so many places don't care about customer relations. Kudu is not one of them. They all smile when i walk in, greet me with a hello and even better i can tell they all like and appreciate one another. It does feel like home and i do feel loved.“
“One of the best dining experiences I have ever had! Menus was beautifully crafted and even prepared substitutions for my wife given her pregnancy. Amazing team that took care of us and got to know us personally in the 2-hour timeframe we were there. At the end, they surprised us with a hand-signed copy of our menu to help us commemorate such a great experience during our baby-moon.“
“I came there to listen to some jazz music with a decent meal. I ended up listening to an outstanding jazz trio. The food there was the biggest surprise. I am genuinely surprised that this restaurant does not have a Michelin star. I can especially recommend their flounder and a fragrant potato soup. Deserts were amazing as well, including mango candy made in-house.“
“Random afternoon out with my pups! Patio is dog friendly. Let me start with the service. Jennifer and Christina were Amazing! So kind and attentive. We didn't want for anything! They always made sure we had everything we needed!FOOD...oh my heavens!! The food was delicious!! Every single bite...worth every single calorie. The James is a place we will revisit over and over again!! Great music, great atmosphere.Jennifer & Christina, thank you for being an amazing dynamic which makes this place great!!“
“I’ve eaten a lot of grits in my life and these are hands down the best I have ever had. Seriously. I don’t know what kind of witchcraft y’all have going on in that kitchen, but it’s incredible. They were creamy, salty, peppery, and cheesy. And my eggs, yall. How do you make eggs taste that good?! Thank you for making my day Little Line Kitchen. I’ll be back as soon as I can!“
“We were visiting Charleston, and our family has a number of food allergies - milk, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, plus I'm gluten-free. We are accustomed to limited options, being disappointed, and risking allergic reactions when eating out. So, we were excited to try Basic Kitchen based on the reviews.The location is great. The staff is very welcoming and friendly and the ambience is nice. Loved the energy and the vibes from the staff and the restaurant decor. There were lots of options for us to eat and I felt very safe (for myself and my kids). Thai butternut & red lentil soup was yummy. My hubs got the yellow coconut curry with tofu and it was really good. The sweet potato fries with the vegan ranch were amazing (really the ranch...you have to try it).I ordered the Naughty Burger without cheese and on gluten-free bread and was underwhelmed. The beef was great, but they left off the onions and gave me a dollop of dijonnaise on sandwich bread (sliced bread). That's it. Sandwich bread, a dollop of dijonnaise, pickles, and 2 burger patties. It was dry and basic. I would have loved a gluten-free bun, the option of vegan cheese, and more condiments.My son enjoyed his Naughty Burger without modifications. It did come with a bun.Overall, I was pleased that no one had an allergic reaction, everyone had safe options, and the food was good. I just wasn't blown away and was disappointed with my Naughty Burger. I wish I didn't have to sacrifice flavor for safe food.If you don't have dietary restrictions, you'll likely love the food. It's fresh, quality food with great service!“
“Great place, excellent food, reasonably priced, and fantastic service. It's an absolute gem on James Island worthy of downtown Charleston. Never had something I didn't like. From a fine Charcuterie board to an Italian BLT... steak to chicken and waffles. Lovely outdoor seating area and an elegant yet comfortable bar. It's definitely worth a visit.“
“Why do they have to keep the secret sauce on the pub burger so secret? OMG, delicious. The sweetness of that with the slight char was perfect. I paired that with their amazing Brussels sprouts. We sat at the patio bar with no wait and it was the perfect break from all the walking. I wish I had a photo to share. Try this place!“
“Wow, what an incredible restaurant! From the service to the atmosphere to the food, gee, it really hits all the marks! I want to express my gratitude to the incredible staff for making my visit absolutely incredible. I’ve talked so highly of this restaurant, and I haven’t even mentioned the incredible, high quality cups. From top to bottom, this may be the best restaurant ever!“
“This place is TRUE southern BBQ! Delicious. When I first moved to SC, all I could find was mustard base sauce (which I HATE), until I found Rodney Scott's place. So happy we tried them! It was strange having to go to the counter to order, but heck it saves money....no tip. Lol. All I can say is the food was awesome!“
“Ate lunch here today. We got there right before the lunch crowd came in. Our waitress Tina, was the best. Gave us recommendations on choices as well as wonderful service. Drink refills without having to ask. Really couldn't ask for more from a server. Food was really good and definitely hot. When we were leaving the cooks told us to have a great day. FYI...although we didn't have it but chicken and waffles looked delicious. Going to have that next time. We will be back.“
“Literally, hands down the best breakfast I’ve ever had. We used to live in Charleston, moved back to NC. We went last week for the first time in 6.5 years…made me want to move back it was so good.Food is excellent. Service is great.Love it there.Parking: Parking lot is very small and tight. Get there before opening to beat that problem.“
“We stumbled on to this awesome restaurant. The shrimp and polenta dish was one for the record books... so good! The staff is amazing, they even have a list of "staff favorites" of other restaurants.It was so good, we came back again during our very short stay!“
“Need reservations , this is an upscale restaurant and to enjoy the experience always nice to dress well but casual is fine here as well. The tables are well spaced out and the bar and tables are well spaced out They have a number of great waiters to help decision making as there are many interesting signature dishes The drinks and desert menu was good as well We had the steak verde and the cauliflower as the appetizer and the gnocchi, potato crusted grouper and peel Milanese as our main course Great service !“
“Great bar/lounge in a relaxed setting on King's St. Nice ambiance to kick back with friends over modern cocktails. They take pride in their house made infusions and unique cocktail recipes. Over the top mixtures and formulas make up some of their wild flavorful concoctions! Bartenders are nice as well as the wait staff.“
“I posted I review some time ago about their chicken tenders, stating they have fallen short of their previous self. I am pushing 50 years old and have only ever posted 1 review in my life. This being the second. I am here to say, THEY ARE BACK! The new and improved tenders are so big, the breading just falls right off. The new GM/Head chef has surpassed the old!“
“Had Easter brunch here. Awesome!! Food. Service. Atmosphere. Superb. I was torn between the crab cake Benedict and chicken biscuit with gravy and hot honey sauce. I went with the chicken. It was excellent! Wife had the breakfast burger. I tried it. Very flavorful. I think I need to go back tomorrow for the Benedict!! Check it out.“
“Talk about a great time with amazing eats and even better hospitality. The gang at Bedford Falls are just stellar! Bar tender Roscoe is a top notch lad and the owner Brendan made us feel right at home. Can’t say enough about the food…just perfection. Try the Fried Chicken Sandwich! Hands down a place to visit if you are in town.“
“I've been coming here for over a decade and usually go for the burger and wings (see original review below). Lately, I've been hooked on the Greek salad with blackened chicken. I asked one of the employees where they get the Greek dressing (Sysco or US Foods is what I was thinking). Come to find out, they make the dressing from scratch every week. Never thought I would write that my favorite Greek salad is in a pub...but there it is. I wonder if they could create Greek wings?Original review: Hands down best pub in Charleston. The burger is magical and the wings sublime. The hand cut fries (ask for them spicy) are the best in town.“
“Izzy was the best!! The entire time, she checked on us many times, came by after we settled up to see if we changed our minds and gave us multiple options for the most popular drinks and her favorites. Izzy is the kind of server you want every time you go ANYWHERE!!!The owner also came by numerous times to ensure we were comfortable and cared for.My family and I will 100% be back to see her and the staff again next time we come to Charleston! Best bar in the C-Town!!“
“I can’t say enough…food, service, drinks, atmosphere; it was all top notch without being “too much”. This was a nice relaxing, welcoming environment compared to some of the “upscale” dining we did previously on our trip. True farm to table with all food options. Service was the best I have had in a very long time and was better than most of the cities I have visited.“
“Dillan was an amazing waiter. He recommended the halibut entree and the Elvis dessert. We also ordered shrimp and grits and a side of squash. Everything was beyond our expectations. Honestly the best meal this trip. We’re staying at the Vendue as well. Honestly, the hotel (Allyson- curator) and the restaurant, AND the service ,AND the people , do not disappoint. And, and, and ,and, and….. go there an experience the Vendue!!!!“
“Big shoutout to the guys here we had so much fun they were so nice and created an amazing experience for us!! This is really excellent value because wine is included in the price of 70 USD for 5 courses!! The courses were good like home cooked meals that they prepare in front of you. Don’t expect fine dining because that’s not the purpose but just good dishes prepared by great people!“
“Jenna was our server when we stopped in to get a quick snack and she was so friendly and sweet. We had the beignets and they were amazing! We also got frosé to go which was really fun and kept us cool on the rest of our stroll through town.“
“The service this time was less than stellar, and the atmosphere isn't ever anything to write home about, but the food is consistently wonderful, and when I lived nearby, I was a regular - sometimes twice a day. I'll always love it.“
“Delightful crabhouse right by Market St. We were seated upstairs and loved the ambiance. Started with hush puppies, which are definitely a must! They come with honey butter. We also shared the shrimp with grits and cheese along with the shrimp po boy. Both dishes were terrific. Although, the po boy was a little small for the price.“
“This place is a gem! Awesome local taproom. Great selection of beers - IPAs, stouts, sours, they have it all. The bartenders really know their stuff, and is a Bills fan, who helped me pick out some winners. The vibe is chill and friendly. Definitely a cool spot to kick off a night on King Street! ??“
“A few girlfriends and I had a wonderful evening at Sermet’s tonight— the food was DIVINE. The ambiance in the courtyard with Keith Miller’s music couldn’t have been better. Our waitress was perfectly attentive and pleasant, too. We’re already planning our next dinner back.Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free accommodations“
“We hosted a rehearsal dinner and it couldn’t have been more perfect. Chris David & Jona were so attentive. The food was beyond amazing. We couldn’t be happier with how the night turned out. It was absolutely magical. Thank you Chris David & Jona for taking such great care of us and our family. And thank you Abby for helping us organize this wonderful night ???“
“Great place to grab a quick meal & a beer! The views are beautiful, the people that work there are great, and the new manager since I was last there is excellent. She has the place running super efficiently, big props to her! The only drawback to here is that parking and getting in and out of the parking lot can be difficult, especially during rush hour times. That being said, if you want a nice place to grab a bite that has a good atmosphere and views, you can't beat Ellis Creek Fish Camp.“
“Beautiful gardens and restaurant. We did wait a while before service came for drinks but was quick after that. I had the shrimp and grits and sampled some of the bisque and salads. All of it was delicious. The shrimp and grits was perfectly creamy and chewy. The tomato was flavorful and the shrimp juicy.“
“First time dining at Anson Restaurant and we absolutely loved everything about this place. Lovely atmosphere, great service and amazing food. Peter was our waiter, he was so personable and made great recommendations. Lobster Buccatini and She Crab Soup 10/10. We will be returning here!!“