John King Grill & Dueling Piano Bar

428 King St, Charleston
(843) 483-5940

Recent Reviews

Ryan Dodd

$10 cover at the door. It is insanely loud. I am 25 and go to a lot of live music and this was painfully loud. the place was half empty at 9 and they had the PA system turned up so that it was averaging 96-98 decibels. Literally four times louder than most concert venues keep it. We had ear protection and that made it bearable but it was the most uncomfortable piano bar i have ever been to because of the volume.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 4

Edward Rozzelle

I was in Charleston this week for the jazz festival and had about an hour and a half so I decided to get something to eat I went to a couple places but they were kind of packed with a long wait. So I went into this place here wasn't too packed and I sat at the bar an order a coke. I do not drink alcohol the waiter asked me will I be having something to eat I told him yes then he said he needs to have my credit card so he can run a tab. I took offensive that I've never had somebody to hold my credit card while I had a soda. I said I might as well make the best of it so I ordered the shrimp and grits. I'm a big fan of shrimp and grits and this probably was the worst I've ever had the grits were cold and it was not very tasty I will not be going back.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 2

Bertrand Huybrechts

This place is more for older people we went there with our team of 20-30 year old and that was not the vibe we were looking for. Also inside is not that great and for a 10 dollars cover charge + Venmo for the songs I don’t know I didn’t think it was worth it and won’t be back but it can work for some people that like their favorite music played. Also great piano player, singers not so much

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 5

Gram M

Great quick sit down place. Good service. Not to expensive. Smash burgers are solid, other than being a little over cooked

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Kip Cunningham

Sarah is awesome here. Don’t miss out on the awesome conversation and drinks!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alan Martinez

Sarah was fantastic. Had an amazing experience and time here. Recommend it for anyone looking for a fun time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Debra Vasquez

The bathrooms were tiny. It was freezing in there! The pianos were amazing!

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Chris Hammond

Just got charged $10 for being a guy in the piano bar on a Thursday. My wife, whom I came with, got in for free. First time upstairs and couldn't even be given an updated menu. Luckily, music was entertaining, and beer was cold.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 3

Rebecca Lauer

Great piano bar (upstairs)! Good service. The fried green tomatoes taste delish and a meal in its self. I guarantee a good time had here ... and I recommend this restaurant piano bar. ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cheryl Middleton

Had to edit it to 3 stars. Although the food is still great. The not letting adults order from the kids menu isn't jut ordered 2 kids burgers and had them dressed and as I was on the way home was stopped and told that they only had cheese they weren't the way that I had asked. If I had gotten home only to find two plain cheeseburgers then it would be zero stars. I may have to find else where if this service continues.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 1

Marica -

Drop in for a cocktail with family and friends. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The drinks were good and well made...Although we did not try any food, the other customers looked like they were enjoying the food.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Frank Liso

We'll worth the cover charge

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jordan T

Closed out a bachelorette trip with the piano show and it was incredible!! Definitely the best night of the trip. The staff, the entertainers, and the overall atmosphere of this place is unmatched. Shoutout to the Detroit performer, we can’t wait to come watch you again when we’re home!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Kris Pokress

Gabe was the best server and so much fun! Polite, yet funny! He did everything right! We are on a college tour for my daughter and he not only served up our food, but served up some great info, commentary and great advice for the town and college. Thank you Gabe! Hope to see you again! Kris Pokress and Family , Potomac MD

Ash D

Our bartender Ashley was fabulous and provided great conversation! On the other hand, we experienced a lady, probably a manager, named Maddie consistently talk down to her coworkers to the point that it made it unpleasant and awkward for us. Applaud the employees for putting up with this, and continuing to make customers feel valued. We asked “Maddie” to find a certain channel on tv and she was very unkind and didn’t value our ask. She was not very willing to help what so ever. Would come back only due to the servers and bartenders.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

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John King Grill & Dueling Piano Bar

428 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 483-5940