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Angel Oak Restaurant

4.4 (750 reviews)
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Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Shauna D.

Wow! Best fried chicken I have had in a very long time. Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly crispy. The shrimp & grits also the best we've had in the Charleston area. We were incredibly impressed, and couldn't believe we waited so long to get here. The speakeasy in the back building is such a cozy and friendly little lounge, we can't wait to come back for music and trivia nights!!

Shayla V.

Everyone hears of Angel Oak, however go yo their Back bar! Yummy drinks! Yummy food, awesome bartenders! Gooooo it's is where it's at!

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Tyler O.

This is such a little gem of a restaurant if you've never been. The ambience and décor are just lovely, and the service and food seriously just speak for themselves. Their Piggy Mac & Cheese is just delicious! Tender Pulled Pork at the bottom, topped with Mac & Cheese with even more cheddar cheese sprinkled on top and last but not least Bacon crumbles. Honestly, the most memorable Mac & Cheese I've had to date at a restaurant. Highly recommend if you're look for a nice little place for Lunch or Dinner.

Cocktail made with empress gin
Talina A.

I drive past here on my daily commute & wanted to give it a try. I'm glad I suggested it to my boyfriend for date night. The building is tiny but it has a rustic feel on the inside. Despite its size, it wasn't loud (or busy) for 7 pm on a Friday. The food was flavorful and the drinks tasty. After our meal we headed out back the speakeasy. There was a musician playing guitar & singing. I also noticed a back porch with outdoor seating. We could have ordered food in there as well. We preferred the vibe of the speakeasy due to the music. Overall both places were nice and the food delicious.

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Dawn L.

Our first try for a Saturday 5:00pm dinner at Angel Oak Restaurant on Route 17 in Johns Island. Unfortunately as we entered, we did not receive a pleasant greeting just seated us without a smile. Hopefully this was just an off moment. We enjoyed a very yummy Salad of the day which was sautéed shrimp salad. The shrimp was very bland and tender, served over fresh large spinach leaves with hard boiled eggs, diced tomatoes, bacon and blue cheese crumble, served with very tasty blue cheese and balsamic dressings on the side. Everything tasted fresh and nicely prepared, making it a light yet satisfying light meal. The place definitely filled up. It is one room on the small side, low ceilings, almost cottage like. Service was average. Waters weren't refilled and this was before it got busy. Parking is tight and there is a cocktail lounge out back in what appeared to be a large shed. No real glaring negatives but not impressed enough to return right away with so many wonderful restaurant options in the Charleston area.

fried shrimp
Lauren B.

oh. my. goodness. GO GO GO GO GO!!! and get yourself the fried chicken, coated in delicious honey. The fried green tomatoes app was so good especially with the pimento cheese, a southern staple. The mac n cheese was an unexpected favorite. Genuinely everyone was ecstatic with their food - cheeseburger, shrimp and grits, its all good!! It can be tricky to get large groups sat, so give a call and they will try to accommodate!

Steak Frites
Sebastien C.

My girlfriend and I stopped into Angel Oak for lunch and tried the steak frites. We were both really impressed. The steak was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. The fries were crispy and hit the spot. The atmosphere was relaxed and the service was great. Definitely a solid lunch spot to have just down the street. We'll be back for sure.

This is the shrimp platter, Amazing The team there is super friendly and amazing. We had a great time , very lowkey and good vibe. A++
Enrique G.

The team here is Amazing! Great food , great vibe and A++ They are very friendly and really accommodating. We will definitely be coming back.

Yammu fried chicken-breast was better
Mecede A.

Very friendly, polite and beautiful servers! Very clean and cute; fried tomatoes are excellent! Kids burgers , fries and fried chicken were delicious! I would not order steak fritters in well done, it felt over cooked; i should I have stick with medium or medium rate. Overall very happy!!

Back patio
Emily V.

Great atmosphere and service at the back cocktail bar! Met some friends for a Friday drink and we'll be back. The staff were friendly and efficient with the crowd. Inside the cocktail bar building can get loud but the back patio is stellar. They have a full bar selection with several fun and themed cocktails. The only food we got were the fried pickles which were okay but not great.

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So good. Took my friends from out of town and we were all happy. I had the crab cakes! Delicious. Great little spot.

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Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Shrimp and grits very very good! Painkillers tasty and deadly.

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Great bar service & full menu. Fish, beef or pasta in tiki hut around back. All good. Go if in area!

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The food is delicious; definitely have to try the beignets served with chocolate sauce

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6.7 mi
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If I could give a higher rating, I would. I can't express…read morehow outstanding this place is. Someone local recommended this to me. And boy, am I glad I decided to stop by. It was so good I had to go back! The Brunch bowl is what I order both times ( I wish I tried something else) and the "grit balls" were delicious. Service was fast and prompt even with a full house. And the woman at the counter (she was in the kitchen and ran food, greeted guests as they pick up their food, possibly a chef) was EXTREMELY nice and outgoing. She seemed to really enjoy her position and kept order in the kitchen. Food was delicious if I haven't already said so, so much flavor, a Carolina quality kinda spot! I highly recommend to anyone looking for an exceptional, yet casual place to dine. Thank you Grit Counter!

The Grit Counter is a fun, bustling spot we decided to try for the first time today around 1…read moreo'clock on a weekday. The parking lot was packed, and most tables were already taken when we walked in, which is always a good sign. You order at the counter and then grab a seat while they bring the food out to you. The menu is extensive, with plenty of dishes built around grits (as the name suggests). I went with the chicken and waffles, and it was loaded with flavor--crispy fried chicken breasts, a Belgian waffle, chunks of bacon, and a blueberry compote on the side. The whole plate was enormous; I definitely didn't finish it. My husband ordered the fried chicken and fish platter with French fries, and it was equally generous in size. We also started with the grit fritters as an appetizer, and they were fantastic--crispy on the outside and a nice surprise inside. Overall, the food was really on point with big, satisfying portions. The waitstaff seemed super busy but stayed friendly and attentive. The only downside for me was having to bus your own table at the end. Prices for lunch felt a little high at first glance, but when you consider the huge portions, they're pretty reasonable. We'll definitely be heading back soon.

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Great food. Definitely not your typical bar type menu. Great Service. Good selection of games,…read morepinball. Will definitely be back.

We came here this weekend for lunch. As someone else said, it's what you would expect from a bar -…read moredark interior with TVs. Service was painfully slow, it appears they had two servers for the lunch shift, which was not enough, or at least the one serving us could not handle the lunch rush very well. She was working hard, though. It took quite a bit of time for us to even be acknowledged after we were seated. Server did apologize for the delay. Food also took some time to get to us, server also acknowledged this by swinging back by and letting us know that we were up next with food. Lastly, we had to get up and flag our server in order to get a to-go box and bill, as she had not come back by. As far as the food, we all thought our dishes - reuben, spinach salad, rice bowl, and roasted portabella stack were okay. I had the grilled mushroom stack, and while flavorful with the grilled vegetables, it was extremely messy. It was so juicy that it soaked up the bun and it could not be picked up successfully without falling apart. They need to better execute this sandwich - drain off all the excess liquid or use a better bread for the sandwich. Overall, it was fine, but nothing that has me excited to go back. So many better options in Charleston.

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4.4(1.3k reviews)
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My mom and I have wanted to try this place for a long time. Finally made the trip and it did not…read moredisappoint! She ordered the Chicken and Waffles, I got the Shrimp and Grits, the kids got Chocolate Chip Pancakes and French Toast. I tried a little of everyone's food and would order every meal again. I have had Shrimp and Grits places where the gravy/sauce over powers everything and is almost like soup, but here it was perfect! The Chicken and Waffles was a huge portion that my mom and I decided we may split next time. It was super delicious and she let me take her leftovers home( insert happy food dance)! The resturant is kind of small so it does get to be a little loud and crowded. Don't be surprised if you have to wait for a table. There is plenty of artwork and stickers all over the walls to keep you entertained while you wait. The corner by the bathroom has a small selection of local products like grits and honey along with stickers, shirts and hats for the resturant. We will definitely be repeat customers!

Their pancake is delish! I only got one because they are huge! They cooked my egg perfectly- I like…read moremine scrambled soft with cheese. I got the side of bacon and it was cooked just right. My friend got the French toast, which I tasted. It was not my favorite, but they give you lots of toast pieces. His came with ham and eggs. Bottom line: we both enjoyed our meal. There was a half an hour wait and the hostess did not seem pleased that we took a walk and weren't back at our appointed time. Service was adequate- there was only one server for our entire section. The place is not that big and the wait was 30 minutes on a Sunday at noon. It's your typical diner set up.

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