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Maison
Price: Expensive•French•4.9(1,761)Maison is a French Bistro located in downtown Charleston, SC. Our concept is food forward with bright, balanced beverages to compliment. Maison's cuisine is inspired by classic French fare recreated with a breath of modernity and local influence. Tradition meets au courant innovation. The space is intimate and paralleled with energy.Burwell's Stone Fire Grill
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(3,659)Diners Choice Ten years running, aligned with extraordinary cocktail bar, make this 14 N Market Street stop a must for steak and seafood lovers. Burwell’s is a true leader in progressing hospitality, from use of the entire resource to local ingredients not harmful to our communities or environment. From shrimp to beef, you’ll only taste the best at Burwell’s. One of a kind, unlike any steakhouse back home, and one of the must visits in Charleston. Visit while in the historic Market Distirct.
You can expect a casual, thoughtful design features highlighting Charleston and its rich history throughout. Burwell’s takes great pride in being approachable to all, with high craft memorable food, ensuring guests a warm and welcoming Charleston visit. Don't miss the Wagyu!
Best place to dine in the low country - South Magazine
One of Charleston’s “local favorites” - bon appetit grub crawl
Walk-ins welcome, Burwell’s popular bar is available for full menu dining
Plenty of parking near by
Anson
Price: Very Expensive•Southern•4.8(4,922)Anson was named one of OpenTable's 50 Best Southern Restaurants in America for 2018 |Indaco
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(3,881)Located on Charleston's Upper King Street, Indaco (Italian for "indigo") serves rustic Italian cuisine. Wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pastas, housemade salami and cured sausages fill the restaurant's menu which can be enjoyed family-style or a la carte. With community tables, an open kitchen, and a comfortable atmosphere, Indaco can accommodate 100 guests for a casual night of food and drinks. The wine list is focused on affordable Italian varietals, the Negroni cocktail is on tap, and the fresh sodas are made in-house. The massive wooden doors on Upper King Street are your first indication that Indaco is different from the typical Charleston restaurant. Rustic details continue inside with butcherblock tables, lime-wash walls, and white brick. An open kitchen with nearby community tables lets interested diners keep an eye on the action inside the kitchen. Outside, a patio puts you streetside to watch Upper King Street's vibrant nightlife scene.
The Establishment
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(2,721)Everything at The Establishment begins with well-sourced ingredients from sea and field. Through developing relationships with local farmers and fishermen, our ingredients will be consistently seasonal, fresh, and pure. Chef Elliott Howells' menu will always reflect a clean, focused, and balanced approach, delivering a selection of thoughtful and refined cuisine.
Located in Charleston’s historic French Quarter a few blocks away from Rainbow Row, Charleston City Market, and Waterfront Park, The Establishment features an award-winning wine cellar, over 150 bourbon and whiskey offerings, and a lively bar scene complete with daily happy hour. We feature Live Music every Friday and Saturday starting at 8:00 PM, featuring multiple local artists performing an array of musical genres. Our private dining rooms are perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, or business meetings. We look forward to hosting you for a casual night out or an elevated dining experience.Galpao Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - Charleston
Price: Very Expensive•Brazilian Steakhouse•4.9(712)Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse delivers an exquisite dining experience inspired by the rich Gaucho culture and culinary traditions of Southern Brazil. Galpão Gaucho’s rodizio experience offers an unparalleled dining experience, featuring 18 expertly grilled meats, including the new 24-karat Golden Steak™, paired with unlimited visits to an extensive 45-item gourmet salad bar.
Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, an authentic Brazilian dining experience.
Camellias
Price: Expensive•Afternoon Tea•4.8(306)Reservations are not accepted for Standard Service.
Reservations are required for Afternoon Tea and Special Experiences.
Discover an unparalleled Afternoon Tea experience at Camellias, where design and architecture intertwine to create a breathtaking wonder inspired by the renowned Fabergé jewels. Step into a realm of elegance and sophistication, where every detail, from the etched mirror ceiling to the dazzling crystal chandelier, exudes opulence and charm.
Located in the heart of Charleston, Camellias presents an Afternoon Tea seating that stands as an essential experience for any bucket list.
Adults | 65.00
Children’s Tea (ages under 12) | 42.00
Crown Tea | 78.00
Pricing reflects a per-person pricing based on seats reserved.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made no later than 24 hours prior to your reservation. Failure to cancel 24 hours before your reservation will result in a $25/per person fee.O-Ku
Price: Moderate•Japanese•4.8(2,797)O-Ku, a Japanese restaurant in Charleston, South Carolina, is a triumph of execution and concept. The restaurant's menu is a modern take on traditional Japanese cuisine, and it features fresh, seasonal ingredients that are prepared with care. The dishes are beautifully presented, and the flavors are both complex and delicate. Focused on incorporating authentically Japanese flavors into the fare, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature contemporary Japanese entrées and traditional sushi of the season reflecting the uniquely designed space. Guests can enjoy chef specialties including kurobuta pulled pork don-buri, braised short rib with shiso pesto, coconut curry, and hakozushi a box-style sushi. A wide variety of nigiri, sashimi and crudos are also available. The beverage program at O-Ku is a sophisticated blend of specialty cocktails, premium sake, bubbles, red and white wines and unique beer selections.
Fratello's Italian Tavern - Park Circle
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(1,013)Fratellos Italian Tavern is an American Italian restaurant located in Park Circle featuring Italian comfort cuisine with a menu driven by local seasonal ingredients and a homestyle feel. The word Fratello in Italian refers to fraternity or brother. It is this bond that our proprietor Richard Tuorto and Chef Kevin Bruntz had in mind when they shared favorite family recipes to create a unique dining experience.Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.7(7,964)Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar is Charleston's Best Waterfront Dining with a focus on local and sustainable produce and seafood. Housed in a 1940s retired naval building on the east side of the Charleston peninsula, Fleet Landing features a fusion of classic and contemporary Southern seafood fare in a setting that celebrates the area's waterfront heritage.
We take reservations and invite you to make them as far in advance as possible, as they fill up weeks in advance. We always invite walk-ins to join the waitlist when you arrive. If there is no availability on OpenTable, we are fully committed for reservations, and you are invited to join the waitlist when you arrive. For groups of 5-10, please give us a call at 843.722.8100. Larger groups are usually booked several weeks in advance. The largest group that we are able to accommodate is 10 guests. Please note, we do require your full party to be in the building in order to be seated at your table.
See what locals rave about in Charleston
- MMacVIPCharlotte •14 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoGreat Food, Great Place!. Would definitely go back again! Seafood was super fresh !More infoCoast Bar & Grill – CharlestonPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown Charleston•4.4
- TthomasVIPDallas - Fort Worth •45 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoVery good pasta and apps pizza just ok, service was good we had an experienced waiter , dessert was just ok as well, Enjoyed coffee service choicesMore infoIndacoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Charleston•4.8
- CChrisVIPAtlanta •44 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThe food location and everything about this was amazing. I really enjoy sushi and this place had very fresh and well prepared items off the menu.More infoO-KuPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Downtown Charleston•4.8
- KKatherineNew York City •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoGreat experience! Everything was delicious and our server was fantastic. Shout out to the bartender too, those drinks were the best!!More info39 Rue de Jean - CharlestonPrice: Expensive• French• Downtown Charleston•4.4
- PPaulaJacksonville / Northeast Florida •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoMy favorite from the entire trip. Loved the energy, felt like I was in New York. But the food....Oh my! Executive chef Mike Watson is a genius! Please try the crab dip, it's to die for. And the corn bread with gold....was gold! Everything was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend!!!!More infoBourbon N' BubblesPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Charleston•4.3
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Charleston is Sorghum & Salt
The best vegan restaurants in Charleston are Crave Kitchen & Cocktails, Jackrabbit Filly and O-Ku
The best vegetarian restaurants in Charleston are Crave Kitchen & Cocktails, Jackrabbit Filly and Ma'am Saab
The restaurants with the best service in Charleston are Hummus, Hotel Bennett Special Events and Neon Tiger
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Charleston are Hotel Bennett Special Events, Husk - Charleston and Gale Restaurant