It's pretty good seafood and a beautiful sunset over the marsh. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The wait was about 30 minutes, and they gave us a pager while we waited outside by the bar on the lawn along the river.
Been going since they wrecked in Mt. P. Perfect non pretentious spot. Authentic,real, is getting harder to find especially East of the Cooper. Just go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Talty
Had high hopes of eating there by myself when my wife was sick. Asked to sit at the bar so I wouldn't occupy a table and was told they don't serve food at the bar. Was offered a table for a 30 minute wait even though the restaurant was at 50% occupancy. When I offered it'd be cheaper for the restaurant to let me eat at the bar rather than occupy a 4 top I was again told, "Yeah, but we don't serve food at the bar." Do better.
Service: 1
Randy Rohde
Place was awesome!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andy Lanier
This place has an excellent atmosphere and the food is off the chain!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Platter
James Gatchell
Great nautical atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Flounder
Rachael Yeoman
I’m from Florida and I’ve been in Charleston for the last 3 months for work. We’ve been here twice since then and it is my favorite spot for dinner! Atmosphere is simple and amazing. Service is the quintessential southern hospitality style…and I am a sucker for it. I love mom and pop places, back home I always support our small local businesses when possible and I love we can do that here. The food….just beyond any expectations I could ever imagine. Being from a small area surrounded by water, fresh seafood is nothing new to me but this food is just impeccable. I have never been a fan of coleslaw or even tried a grit cake and I love both here. The best scallops I’ve ever eaten! After dinner we always take a little break by the water to clear my mind and soul and this is the greatest spot to do so.I will come back to Charleston any chance I get just to show my family and friends this spot!!Don’t change a thing folks, you’re doing every single thing perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Janet Marnee'
3rd time dining @ The Wreck for over 15 yrs- So delicious each time! Tonight we had #5 Seafood Platter and She Crab Soup! The Best Soup! Wonderful Staff!
Excellent seafood, perfectly prepared, and reasonably priced. The hostess was personable and attentive while we waited a few minutes for a table, the bar out back has a fantastic view of the river and docks, and the service was top notch. All around, cannot go wrong.To top it off, some Netflix TV series nostalgia…awesome!We loved our experience at The Wreck of the Richard and Charlene.Parking: The parking lot is a small-ish dirt lot. We did not have any difficulty getting a spot at 7 pm on a Saturday night. I would say the parking is perfect for the restaurant- it is ample and keeps the overall fit and feel of the restaurant on point.
If you find this place, please go in. Simply amazing experience and fun place for an affordable meal. Not real fancy but staff were great and food was too.
I enjoyed the Wreck restaurant. Price was fair for the Shem Creek area. I ordered a combo plate with fried shrimp, scallops, and oysters. it was all fantastic. Sides were good but pretty basic as far as hush puppies, fries, and slaw go. I had a piece of their key lime pie for dessert. It was very good also. I went on a Wednesday night and there was plenty of seating. I would think weekends are a different story. The staff was great, very nice and fun to talk with. They told us all about how the Wreck got its name and about the "Outer Banks" movie crew stopping to film or eat, wasn't sure. Definitely worth the trip.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cathie Martin
Local, rustic hangout. Lots of fried food but go for the grilled.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Evelyn Gaskins
Not good
Motor Mafia
Hands down the best seafood in Charleston! I've had bosses come in from out of town that specifically all to return here.
It's pretty good seafood and a beautiful sunset over the marsh. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The wait was about 30 minutes, and they gave us a pager while we waited outside by the bar on the lawn along the river.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Shrimp & Scallops, Deviled Crab
Been going since they wrecked in Mt. P. Perfect non pretentious spot. Authentic,real, is getting harder to find especially East of the Cooper. Just go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had high hopes of eating there by myself when my wife was sick. Asked to sit at the bar so I wouldn't occupy a table and was told they don't serve food at the bar. Was offered a table for a 30 minute wait even though the restaurant was at 50% occupancy. When I offered it'd be cheaper for the restaurant to let me eat at the bar rather than occupy a 4 top I was again told, "Yeah, but we don't serve food at the bar." Do better.
Service: 1
Place was awesome!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place has an excellent atmosphere and the food is off the chain!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Platter
Great nautical atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Flounder
I’m from Florida and I’ve been in Charleston for the last 3 months for work. We’ve been here twice since then and it is my favorite spot for dinner! Atmosphere is simple and amazing. Service is the quintessential southern hospitality style…and I am a sucker for it. I love mom and pop places, back home I always support our small local businesses when possible and I love we can do that here. The food….just beyond any expectations I could ever imagine. Being from a small area surrounded by water, fresh seafood is nothing new to me but this food is just impeccable. I have never been a fan of coleslaw or even tried a grit cake and I love both here. The best scallops I’ve ever eaten! After dinner we always take a little break by the water to clear my mind and soul and this is the greatest spot to do so.I will come back to Charleston any chance I get just to show my family and friends this spot!!Don’t change a thing folks, you’re doing every single thing perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
3rd time dining @ The Wreck for over 15 yrs- So delicious each time! Tonight we had #5 Seafood Platter and She Crab Soup! The Best Soup! Wonderful Staff!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Boiled Peanuts, Seafood Platter, Red Rice, Crab Soup, Fried
A hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Platter
Excellent seafood, perfectly prepared, and reasonably priced. The hostess was personable and attentive while we waited a few minutes for a table, the bar out back has a fantastic view of the river and docks, and the service was top notch. All around, cannot go wrong.To top it off, some Netflix TV series nostalgia…awesome!We loved our experience at The Wreck of the Richard and Charlene.Parking: The parking lot is a small-ish dirt lot. We did not have any difficulty getting a spot at 7 pm on a Saturday night. I would say the parking is perfect for the restaurant- it is ample and keeps the overall fit and feel of the restaurant on point.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Soup, Key Lime Pie, Fried Shrimp Oyster and Scallops
Restaurantji Recommends
If you find this place, please go in. Simply amazing experience and fun place for an affordable meal. Not real fancy but staff were great and food was too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Boiled Peanuts, Crab Soup, Shrimp & Scallops
I enjoyed the Wreck restaurant. Price was fair for the Shem Creek area. I ordered a combo plate with fried shrimp, scallops, and oysters. it was all fantastic. Sides were good but pretty basic as far as hush puppies, fries, and slaw go. I had a piece of their key lime pie for dessert. It was very good also. I went on a Wednesday night and there was plenty of seating. I would think weekends are a different story. The staff was great, very nice and fun to talk with. They told us all about how the Wreck got its name and about the "Outer Banks" movie crew stopping to film or eat, wasn't sure. Definitely worth the trip.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Local, rustic hangout. Lots of fried food but go for the grilled.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Not good
Hands down the best seafood in Charleston! I've had bosses come in from out of town that specifically all to return here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Platter, Boiled Peanuts, Fried Platter, Fish, Shrimp & Scallops, Fried Combo Plate, Key Lime Pie, Lightly Battered Grouper, Fried Flounder