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Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston, Charleston, SC

Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston

4.6
4.6
2668 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
Travis and Ryan Croxton debut their spinoff from the highly acclaimed Rappahannock Oyster Bar at Union Market in Washington, DC. They’ve even brought their DC Chef, Kevin Kelly, to man the kitchen at this outpost. This location in the historic Cigar Factory Building on East Bay Street, allows room for Chef Kelly to showcase more of his cuisine to a larger audience, including an incredibly unique 40 seat raw bar. Oysters grown by the Croxton’s own Rappahannock Oyster Company are accentuated, but Kelly’s signature dishes like lambs’n’clams, crabcakes, shrimp & grits and the best po’ boy you’ll ever eat are enough reasons in their own right for constant visits. Coupled with a great cocktail program and focus on local ingredients, ROB is a great place for any occasion.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Fish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 576-4693
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Kevin Kelly
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross street
    Columbus
  • Parking details
    We offer free one hour parking 11:30am-5:00pm and unlimited free parking after 5:00pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,668 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charleston

    Good for groups

  • Charleston

    Healthy

  • Charleston

    Lively

  • Charleston

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rappahannock Oyster Bar in Charleston is a seafood lover's paradise, offering "excellent oysters" and a "unique menu." Guests rave about the "fantastic service" and "delightful atmosphere" in a historic setting. Enjoy fresh, local ingredients and creative dishes, with a "great wine list" and knowledgeable staff enhancing the experience.

2,668 Reviews
  1. Fran

    VIP

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Our reservation was for 5:30. I got there early and asked if we could have a table instead of a high top because 3 in our party were over 80 and one was short with a bad knee. Even though there were many other tables available I was told no. I assumed they were all reserved, but it would have been nice to have been told that instead of just a flat no. We were rushed through dinner and may have stayed longer and had another drink or dessert otherwise. My soup came at the same time as my entree. Since we were a table of 7 with the extra chair on my side of the table, there was no space for my entree in front of me and it was placed in the middle of the table. By the time I was finished with my soup, everyone else was more than halfway through their entrees. I only ate half of my entree and was very rushed doing so. I ordered bread for the table. When it came there were only 6 pieces. I asked for an extra piece and was told that I would have to place an additional order for another $7. In my opinion, the server should have told me there were only 6 pieces in an order and/or had the kitchen slice it into 7 pieces. One person broke their end piece in half so her daughter could have a bite of bread.

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  2. Cenita

    VIP

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was top tier and helpful in the selection of menu items (it was my family and I’s first time there). Food service was quick and the preparation of all of our meals was perfection.

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  3. Thomas

    Charleston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed the ambiance and the waiter was excellent. However most of what we ordered was very very salty. We ate everything but when we awoke the next morning, the salt had taken its impact on us with headaches, and parched mouths. We drank one alcoholic beverage each and drank 2 glasses of H2O. 4 people $260.00 with appetizers and 21% tip.

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  4. Danielle

    VIP

    Coastal Georgia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had an amazing experience on Christmas Eve. The food was delicious and well prepared and the service was good.

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  5. Alan

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect setting for Christmas Eve dinner. Oysters were excellent and focal point. Server helped select other items to round out the meal as well helping to choose an excellent wine.

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  6. Bernadette

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food all around. The grilled oysters and brussel sprouts were excellent.

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  7. Carolyn

    St. Louis

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was excellent. Fresh oysters were lovely and our server provided good recommendations. Clam chowder delicious and hot. Excellent experience. Thank you.

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  8. Keith

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great experience. Food and service exceptional.

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  9. Priscilla

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sorry that the coconut curry shrimp is no longer on the menu. We sat at the bar.

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  10. William

    Charleston

    304 reviews

    4.0

    304 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Notice shuckers moved from front bar to back bar near kitchen. Loses the upclose experience feel, but overall still inviting experience. Still best tasting oysters in Charleston. Virginia boys still going strong here, Richmond, DC, Stopping and LA. Keep it up

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FAQs

Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 576-4693.

Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston is rated 4.6 stars by 2668 OpenTable diners.

Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston 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.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

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Google Map for Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston

701 E Bay Street, Suite 110, Charleston, SC 29403

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Columbus
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Fish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer free one hour parking 11:30am-5:00pm and unlimited free parking after 5:00pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kevin Kelly
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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