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Jackrabbit Filly
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.9(174)Jackrabbit Filly proudly serves award-winning, heritage driven New Chinese American cuisine in the heart of Park Circle, North Charleston. Our ingredients support local farmers and fishermen. Our wines are all-natural and support women producers. And our cocktail list supports a good time. We can't wait to have you in!Galpao Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - Charleston
Price: Very Expensive•Brazilian Steakhouse•4.8(716)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.
O-Ku
Price: Moderate•Japanese•4.9(2,830)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.Anson
Price: Very Expensive•Southern•4.8(4,961)Anson was named one of OpenTable's 50 Best Southern Restaurants in America for 2018 |
The Establishment
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(2,761)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.Oak Steakhouse - Charleston
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.7(5,651)Located on Charleston's historic Broad Street, Oak Steakhouse features an array of Certified Angus® Beef steaks, both wet and dry aged. Ingredients are sourced locally and regionally from sustainable farmers and fisherman to accent the classic steakhouse menu. Local seafood includes oysters on the half-shell and a daily fresh fish selection. Other popular dishes include the signature Oysters Rockefeller, chocolate cake and pasta Bolognese.
The expansive wine program emphasizes big California Cabernets and Old-World reds, with more than 200 wines by the bottle and 20 wines by the glass. The bar attracts a loyal, local following from nearby businesses and neighborhoods with its great cocktails.
Inside a historic bank building that dates back to 1848, Oak's stately setting features three floors with five distinct dining areas. Arched windows, 20-foot ceilings, original metal work, fireplaces and 150-year-old heart pine floors, offers the perfect setting for enjoying a special evening.
Grill 225
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(1,679)As Charleston's premier steakhouse, and member of the Great Steak Houses of North America, our menu is one of the few in the country that features 100% USDA Prime Beef. Located at the luxurious Market Pavilion Hotel in the heart of historic Charleston, we offer a dining experience like no other. All of our beef selections, including the filet mignon, are hand-selected and wet-aged 42 -50 days to ensure tender texture and unsurpassed flavor.
At Grill 225 we place a great deal of emphasis on seafood harvested from both local and International waters. Using only premium ingredients such as local sustainable seafood as well as exclusive premium domestic and international offerings.
Private Dining for up to 110 guests for indoor events.
Private gatherings for rooftop cocktail receptions and events up to 275 guests.
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For Men, smart business attire. Jackets are requested, but not required. Flip flops, T-Shirts, non collar shirts and baseball caps are not permitted.Bahama Breeze - Charleston
Price: Moderate•Caribbean•4.5(285)When you're at Bahama Breeze Island Grille, life's one big party. It's an escape from the ordinary and a much-needed excuse for you to let loose. Famous since 1996 for tropical cocktails, live music, and more, the vibe here is always as amazing as that Caribbean-inspired food we're known for. Bahama Breeze offers your favorites: seafood, salads, chicken--all with island flair. From Jerk Chicken Pasta to Seafood Paella, you can enjoy the islands one taste at a time, discovering new flavors along the way. Naturally, we're the perfect spot for all the sunniest moments in life: happy hours with friends, anniversaries, birthdays, date nights and unique culinary experiences. So, when you're ready to raise your glass and move your feet, the party's in full swing and the islands are waiting for you or if you'd rather bring the Island party home, online ordering is a Breeze too!
Oscar's of Summerville
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(34)Oscar's of Summerville is an upscale casual restaurant that specializes in serving traditional American favorites and other creative cuisine. Oscar's of Summerville offers a full-service bar, seating in the main dining room or lounge as well as a porch or private banquet room. The menu features small plates of steamed PEI mussels, smoked gouda grit cakes, lump crab cakes, jumbo shrimp cocktail, cheesy mushrooms and coconut fried shrimp. Other offerings at Oscar's of Summerville include soups, sides and grilled entrées. Items off the grill are served with choice of side, sauce and salad. Additional entrées include grilled chicken breast, chicken carbonara and shrimp and grits.Fratello's Italian Tavern - Park Circle
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(1,023)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.
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- RRodrigoNew York City •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoOur server was awesome and sweet. She took the time to chat with us about The college of Charleston. Highly recommended this restaurant.More infoO-KuPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Downtown Charleston•4.9
- CCarlyVIPCleveland / Akron / Canton •5 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoReally loved the cocktails and tapas we ordered! Hannah was very kind and brought champagne for my birthday. Great experience here!More infoProhibitionPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Charleston•4.5
- JJonSouth Carolina •7 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWould highly recommend terrific service and food…really nice space and atmosphere was great…More infoIndacoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Charleston•4.8
- CChristineNew York City •10 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoLots of seafood options, ours were excellent. Interesting old building, great artwork. Our server Ann was very attentive and we would definitely return!More infoCoast Bar & Grill – CharlestonPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown Charleston•4.3
- SShelleySouth Carolina •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 4, 2025A perfect restaurant to experience the charm of downtown CharlestonMore info39 Rue de Jean - CharlestonPrice: Expensive• French• Downtown Charleston•4.3
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Charleston is Husk - Charleston
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, The Longboard - Sullivan's Island and Jackrabbit Filly
The restaurants with the best service in Charleston are Hummus, Husk - Charleston and Historic Charleston Supper Club
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Charleston are The Darling Oyster Bar, Historic Charleston Supper Club and Husk - Charleston