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1. Coast Bar & Grill – Charleston
4.5
Awesome(4949)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown Charleston
Booked 24 times today
Charleston’s freshest seafood, with laidback Lowcountry style. Coast’s chefs meet daily with local farmers and fishermen to procure the freshest seafood and produce available. Featuring wood-grilled fish, a raw bar, and a refreshing drink list. Open nightly from 5:00. Outdoor seating available.*menus subject to change, please visit www.holycityhospitality.com for current menu
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2. Virginia's on King
4.5
Awesome(3010)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Downtown Charleston
Booked 26 times today
This sophisticated Southern dining spot blends the comforts of a traditional Southern kitchen with familiar regional dishes prepared with the utmost care for quality and flavor. The menu incorporates local fresh ingredients and old family recipes to bring you Southern cooking, Lowcountry style.*menus subject to change, please visit www.holycityhospitality.com for current menus
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3. Hotel Bennett Special Events
3.9
Excellent(41)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown Charleston
Special events in the Crown Ballroom at Hotel Bennett.
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4. Mesu
4.6
Exceptional(707)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown Charleston
Booked 8 times today
Mesu is a vibrant Charleston hotspot on Upper King Street, where urban street art meets the flavors of Mexico and Japan. Our menu features a diverse selection of tacos and sushi, crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Complement your meal with an extensive list of premium tequilas and sakes, or explore our creative cocktail menu. Whether you make a reservation or walk in, Mesu offers a unique dining experience in the heart of the city with a lively atmosphere.
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5. Rudy Royale
4.5
Awesome(839)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Downtown Charleston
Booked 23 times today
Rudy Royale combines a fun atmosphere with approachable yet elevated seasonal cuisine. This establishment has an extensive cocktail list and takes pride in serving a great selection of local beers. Chef & Owner Macready Downer consistently elevates and updates our menu to provide something new and delicious every visit. The food is always fresh and flavorful, and the service is top-notch. Whether you're looking for a casual meal or a special occasion dinner, Rudy Royale is sure to please. Make a reservation today -- we'd love to serve y'all. Event & Private Dining Spaces Available.
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6. Prohibition
4.6
Exceptional(2496)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Charleston
Booked 5 times today
It's true that Prohibition is a nod to the classic 1920's Speakeasy, but our elevated cuisine and progressive cocktail program are anything but old-fashioned. At Prohibition you can expect the culinary delights of Executive Chef Greg Garrison to leave you completely Jazzed, from savory local seafood to the finest cuts of meat, each dish is prepared with perfection. Kick back in our relaxing surroundings and sample the Mixology Expertise of our award winning Bar Team, led by Jim Mc Court. Our professional and passionate team are constantly striving to push the boundaries of excellence with cocktails like the 547 Manhattan and our signature Bacon Maple Old Fashioned to name but a few. Our extensive and imaginative beer, wine and liquor selection insures we can cater to all tastes.
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7. Well Hung Vineyard and Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(727)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Charleston
Booked 4 times today
Well Hung Vineyard was started in 2008 by three women in Virginia! “Well Hung” is a well known term within the wine industry for robust grapes hanging low. Well Hung Vineyard’s wine is sourced from California, Washington & Oregon. Five of our twelve wines have won medals in the last few months. Our Petit Verdot won best in class, out of 200 wineries a few months ago.Come by and try out our amazing food, wines and cocktail selection from the beauty of our second floor patio, our grand second floor dinning room, or our white oak bar!
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8. Tavern & Table
4.5
Awesome(2671)
Price: Moderate
• American • Mount Pleasant
Booked 17 times today
Tavern & Table is the dream child of Cecil & Dianne Crowley, Andy Palmer & Jeff Condon. After years of working together on various successful restaurant concepts, they wanted to bring together the very best aspects of fine dining and casual hospitality in a beautiful and comfortable setting. Tavern & Table is more than a restaurant, it was created to be a gathering place where people sit in comfort and share small plates for the table or enjoy a hearty meal. The bartenders know the fine art of cocktail making and their interest in flavor and presentation comes alive in not only in the food but in barrel aged cocktails that are created in-house.
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9. Sorghum & Salt
4.7
Exceptional(376)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown Charleston
Booked 3 times today
Vegetable & seafood driven small plates with a seasonal, always-revolving menu served in a trendy, industrial setting combining upscale fare with a laid back experience. Our tasting menu is available in the entire restaurant 6 days a week. Selected for OpenTables "Top 10 Diners' Choice Winners in Charleston" in 2021!
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10. California Dreaming - Charleston - Priority Seating
4.1
Excellent(3164)
Price: Moderate
• American • West Ashley
Booked 68 times today
Since 1987, California Dreaming has been a proud part of the Charleston, SC community. Our spacious, open setting features floor-to-ceiling windows that offer stunning views of the Ashley River, creating the perfect backdrop for a lively night out. You can also enjoy these panoramic views from our wrap-around deck, complete with a bar and easily accessible by boat. Whether you're craving low country favorites or our famous prime rib, California Dreaming is a favorite among both locals and tourists. **Please note that we provide Advance Priority Seating to reduce wait times and expedite the seating process when your entire party arrives. To ensure the best experience for all guests, we seat groups of up to 6. While larger groups are seated separately, this arrangement is flexible during quieter hours.

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  • Lisa
    South Carolina •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our server Caleb was very knowledgeable about the menu. He was friendly and helpful. The food was incredible. We highly recommend and will be back ourselves.
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    Rudy RoyalePrice: Moderate• Southern• Downtown Charleston
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    4.5
  • Lisa
    Dallas - Fort Worth •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Googled a breakfast place and Virginia’s on King came up first. It did not disappoint. The food was fabulous, the service attentive, and the ambiance traditional Charleston. We will be back and bring friends. Highly recommend anything that comes with grits or get them on the side. Crab cakes were delicious, full of fresh flavor. I can’t say enough about the wait staff. Attentive without being stalkerish and just down home hospitality. Thanks VoK for a wonderful experience!
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    Virginia's on KingPrice: Moderate• Southern• Downtown Charleston
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    4.5
  • Pattie
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 19, 2024
    We enjoyed our first dinner on the 17th so much, decided to return for our ‘last night’ -right next to our hotel, a great location! Our server, Alex, was terrific! Calamari, fish tacos, mussels all delish…Pinot Gri and Cali Chardonnay tasty parings - we shall return! (But, perhaps NOT on an early eve before ‘showtime’ next door at the theatre😉)
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    Coast Bar & Grill – CharlestonPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown Charleston
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    4.5
  • OpenTable Diner
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 10, 2024
    Mesu has an incredible atmosphere with such a good mix of two foods I love. The tacos were just as good as the sushi! Their margaritas with their homemade puree were delicious! Highly recommend. The gong tradition is so fun too!
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    MesuPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• Downtown Charleston
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    4.6
  • Skip
    South Carolina •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 12, 2024
    Went to the Hotel Bennett Mother’s Day brunch with my wife and our son’s family . We also celebrated my grandsons 11th birthday. The food was exceptional . I have travelled the world and this was among the best buffets I have seen . The variety and quality was truly amazing . The live music was perfect( soft and relaxing ). It was a 5 star experience.
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    Hotel Bennett Special EventsPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown Charleston
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    3.9

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