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Indaco, Charleston, SC
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Indaco

$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 49 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Mark Bolchoz

From the OpenTable editors: Within the prolific Indigo Road Hospitality Group, Indaco is the rustic Italian institution. Restaurateur Steve Palmer, a James Beard semifinalist, opened the original in Charleston in 2013, and it’s grown to four locations across the South. The secret to success? Woodfired margherita pizza, fresh tagliatelle with an egg yolk nestled on top, and house negronis on tap, all served in a rugged space with butcher block tables and white washed brick.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 727-1229
  • Website
    https://www.indacorestaurant.com/location/indaco-charleston/?y_source=1_ODE4NDQwNzctODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    In the heart of downtown Charleston, find a home away from home for your next event. From the glow of our wood burning oven, to cool splash of Gavi in your glass - you and your guests are bound to feel all the comfort and hospitality of our enclosed terrace courtyard!
  • Private party contact
    The Indigo Road Event Team: (843) 872-6828
  • Location
    526 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross street
    King & Woolfe Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

  • HAPPY HOUR AT THE BAR

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Join us for Happy Hour at the bar every Tuesday - Friday: 5:00 to 7:00PM

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What 3,780 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • South Carolina

    Italian

  • Charleston

    Best Overall

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    Best Food

  • Charleston

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  • Charleston

    Best Value

  • Charleston

    Hot spot

  • Charleston

    Most Booked

Review summary

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Indaco offers a fantastic Italian dining experience with "amazing food" and "spectacular service." Guests consistently praise the delicious pastas and pizzas, and the attentive staff ensures a memorable visit. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere makes it perfect for both romantic dinners and group celebrations. Indaco's commitment to hospitality shines through, making it a must-visit in Charleston.

3,780 Reviews

  1. Brian

    Atlanta Metro

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great experience. Ashley was a wonderful server who answered our myriad of questions about the menu. Would definitely recommend and will be going back.

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  2. Stephanie

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was tip top here. The hostess was gracious about our early arrival and was able to seat us. The waitstaff is so professional, concentrated and smooth but not frantic or stressed. The warm olives were such a good choice of appetizer! All of us raved about the food, three different pasta dishes and a pizza. Everything was delicious, and the portions are satisfying. Next time, I want to try their Chef’s Choice family style Pris Fixe option. The ambiance is upscale casual, not rowdy but not intimidating. It’s always fun to have an open kitchen in view. I noticed long bar-height tables suitable for large parties. We had hearing aid wearers in our party, and the noise level in the full restaurant did not interfere with conversation at a four-top along the wall. Indigo Road Restaurant Group is known for high standards and for doing things right; you can’t go wrong st any of them. Downtown Charleston residents like ourselves don’t eat downtown as much as we used to as the area has gotten so popular worldwide wide. But we stick to our favorites, and Indaco is one of ours.

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  3. Erin

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was great! We had a great time. Food was delightful per usual!

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  4. Suzanne

    New York City

    28 reviews

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    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great spot in Charleston. Nice vibe, good cocktails and food- fresh pasta, different pizzas, fresh fish,…Great service.

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  5. Jamie

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Exceptional, thorough and responsive service…great flavors in fresh pasta…roasted chicken was succulent and flavorful.

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  6. Jayne

    Charleston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was lovely and very knowledgeable. I have no complaints about her or her engagement with the table. It took forever to get our food. We had Music Hall tickets and let our server know when we were seated at 6:15 (8:00) show. We had 15mins to eat and were 5 mins late for the performance. It should not take that long for a pizza. I love your establishment and am hoping it was just an off night.

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  7. Laura

    Charleston

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The focaccia was so good. We will make it with the ricotta and apple butter at home. The pastas were really good as well.

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  8. Ed

    Miami

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience-service was wonderful and food was amazing!

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  9. Denise

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    First visit to this restaurant. Noise level in main dining room is very high. Despite having a reservation, our table was not available, so we opted to take a table in the covered outdoor patio. It was quieter out there, but also very dark. The staff was attentive, the meal was served very quickly. We both opted for pasta dishes - Radiatori was a good size serving. No bread or salad offered, just a bowl of pasta, and the agnolotti, which sounded & tasted delicious, but was a very small portion comparatively. Did not look like what other pictures of the same dish. Again, no bread or salad offered/included. I thought the price was a bit steep for a quick serving of pasta.

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  10. Bill

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were both excellent. Sadly, the air conditioner was blowing directly on us and made us quite uncomfortable. We asked about it and we were told the a/c would cycle off before too long. It did, but not for long. However, we will certainly return, but will ensure we get seated in a different area.

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FAQs

Indaco does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Indaco also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 727-1229.

Indaco is rated 4.8 stars by 3780 OpenTable diners.

Indaco does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 49 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Indaco

526 King St, Charleston, SC 29403

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    King & Woolfe Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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