Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - Food Review 4.6 / 5…read moreStars If you're looking for an authentic Brazilian steakhouse experience in Charleston, Galpão Gaucho delivers a premium, meat-forward dining experience that leans heavily into quality, variety, and attentive service. The Experience From the moment you sit down, the pace is noticeable--in a good way. Service is fast and efficient, with gauchos consistently rotating through the dining room offering a wide selection of fire-roasted meats. The rhythm of service keeps your plate full without feeling rushed, which is exactly what you want in a traditional Brazilian steakhouse setting. Food Quality & Selection The highlight here is undeniably the extensive variety of meats. From classic cuts like picanha to a range of seasoned beef, chicken, and pork options, there's no shortage of choices. Each cut is carved tableside and served fresh off the skewer, giving you that authentic churrascaria feel. The salad and vegetable bar is impressively large, offering everything from fresh greens and roasted vegetables to cheeses and cold cuts. It's not just filler--it's actually well-stocked and thoughtfully prepared, making it easy to balance out the heavier meat options (if you have the discipline). What Stands Out Fast, continuous service - you're never waiting long for the next cut Wide variety of meats - something for every preference Large, well-rounded salad bar - more than just an afterthought Attentive staff - consistent with what you'd expect from a high-end Brazilian steakhouse Where It Falls Short Salt level can be a bit heavy on some meats, which may not suit everyone Price point (~$85 per person) puts it firmly in the premium dining category Parking is limited, though nearby parking decks make it manageable with a short walk Final Verdict Galpão Gaucho is a solid choice for a high-end dining experience in Charleston, especially if you're going in hungry and want to indulge. While the seasoning can occasionally lean too salty and the price isn't light, the overall experience--driven by quality meats, variety, and strong service--makes it worth it for a special occasion or a serious night out. Best for: Date nights, celebrations, business dinners, or anyone wanting a true Brazilian steakhouse experience without compromise.

Salad bar was clean and had a ton of options. Our first few meats were great, but it seemed like…read morethey declined after that and got tough. Loved the grilled cheese and pineapple! Service was excellent!

I came here for lunch with my family on a weekday. It was affordable and they had a 10% senior…read morediscount. It's in a good location in a small shopping center near Tanger outlet. I personally think this is the best Chinese buffet in Charleston. There wasn't a dish that I tried that I didn't like! The food overall was great quality for a buffet and they had a good selection. I enjoyed their Mongolian bar (you pick raw ingredients and they cook it for you), their chicken wings, General Tao's, soups (egg drop and hot and sour), seafood broil (crawfish with mussels and corn), noodles, and shrimp with veggies. Their sushi was okay, there were 5 rolls and 3 types of sushi with rice available. For dessert there's soft serve ice cream, fruits, small cakes, and jello that were tasty. The service was average and as expected for a buffet.

I do like the fact that they have hibachi but I was annoyed that the sushi was all gone when we…read morearrived at 2:30. I tipped the hibachi guy a couple bucks to make more but he was the only guy back there. He tried making the rolls but was interrupted every few minutes by someone wanting hibachi so I got my sushi around 3:15. My appetite had disappeared for the most but I finished my plate. The salad bar was missing alot of stuff too. The staff was sitting in the back eating their own lunch and talking They got up to clear a table. The staff should eat before opening the restaurant and right before the dinner crowd comes

We came here for lunch on a Saturday and would do it again. It is very clean inside and shiny. It…read morelooks like it might be a good place to watch sports maybe but we didn't. We especially liked a roll we asked them to make- eel avocado cucumber.

Really good bento box! I was craving one so bad and I made the right decision to come here…read more Portions are big and definitely worth your time and money. Service was good. I also wished there were a lunch menu? I came during lunch and there was no option for that which my meal did come a bit pricey but it's all good because it was delicious.

Great hospitality from the host -- truly the highlight of the experience…read more Unfortunately, the food didn't match. The waitress was just okay, but the bigger issue was the quality of the dishes. We ordered calamari, fried green tomatoes, and mussels everything tasted like standard frozen, pre-prepared food. The mussels were the best of the group, mainly because of the sauce, which had decent flavor. For entrées, the redfish was overcooked and covered in a heavy sauce with no clear flavor. The fried flounder had almost no seasoning which is surprising for fried fish. The cheese grits were disappointing, with cheese that wasn't even fully melted, and the collard greens were overly heavy with pork fat. Drinks were watered down. Overall, aside from the welcoming host, the experience fell flat. I'd skip this one.

Beautiful location on the waterway! Service was great. The House Crabpot was tasty, the crab legs…read morewere above average, shrimp, mussels and sausages were delicious. Crab Pot was enough for two.

The chicken, pork, hash, & especially the macaroni & green beans were quite good! Also that place…read morewas Spic & Span clean from the lot, the tables, outside, the buffet, indoor seating area, & as far as you could see into the kitchen. Someone even came out cleaning the windows on the inside. I have eaten at some upscale restaurants & the glass and window seals were dusty and dirty. Not here.

I visited Dukes BBQ for lunch. I notice they advertise on their sign that they were voted the best…read morebuffet by Charleston City Paper. After visiting I realized that they must be the only buffet in Charleston. There was plenty of parking and the inside of the restaurant was clean and spacious. The cashier was very friendly and told us how to navigate the buffet. The prices were too high for the quality of the food and they charge a convenience fee if you use a credit card. There was not a lot of BBQ at the bar. They had some smoked pork, chicken breast and chicken livers. The rest of the bar had sub-par sides of mac and cheese, green beans and collards. They had several desserts that were dried out and not fresh tasting. I would not recommend based on the price vs. The quality and small selection of food.

My wife chose this restaurant due to them offering lunch or brunch menu. We arrived around 12:30…read moreand they were pretty full. We were actually asked if we would be willing to sit at a table with others. We did not mind. Unfortunately they were out of shrimp and catfish and my wife was wanting shrimp and grits. Our son ordered the Hog Dog, (hot dog with pulled pork) my wife ordered the Fat Boy burger, and I ordered the country fried steak. Their order came with fries and I ordered mashed potatoes and coleslaw with my dinner. Hush puppies and a corn muffin came with my meal. It took about 25-30 minutes for our meal to arrive. My dinner was delicious. Country fried steak was tender and crispy. Mashed potatoes had chunks which I like, the coleslaw was creamy with great taste, hush puppies were fantastic, and the only disappointment was the corn muffin was not warm. My wife loved her burger. Our son enjoyed the hog dog. Service was adequate. For me considering that the food was cooked to,order, I was quite satisfied with the service and the food.

Excellent southern comfort cooking. Come hungry! Grand selection of entrees and a variety of…read moresides. Country fried steak is outstanding pair it with mashed potatoes and gravy plus butter beans. You'll end up taking pie home for later since you will be stuffed. Fried chicken is cooked as ordered and great. Service is fine and friendly. Atmosphere is comfortable. Sit awhile and enjoy a grand meal. You will come back!

The sushi here was very good. Definitely one of the top spots for AYCE sushi until I find other…read morespots otherwise and there's not a lot around Charleston unfortunately. Price was affordable and fair. The service here was quick and attentive. This restaurant is big enough for groups or solo parties whichever works for you. I will definitely be returning when I crave sushi again!

Okay King Sushi you got it going on with All You Can Eat!! Laid back atmosphere here and great…read moremenu to choose from. The staff is very friendly and helpful! Easy 5 Stars !!

Stopped in here for dinner after doing a little bar hopping and checking out downtown Charleston…read more After looking over the menu and the recommendations of our server, I settled on the Carolina Platter. The platter consist of steamed snow crab legs, a crab cake, grilled shrimp with collard greens and grits. The seafood on the platter was all correctly prepared and delicious. The collards and grits were good but otherwise unremarkable. The service was outstanding and our server was pleasant, knowledgeable and accommodating. Overall, I would recommend the Charleston Crab House and I would return when visiting the area.

I was originally going to give this 3 stars but after I began writing, 2 stars seems more fitting…read more This place is the poster child of "just OK." The food is somewhat bland (out of 4 of us, one actually liked their meal while the rest of us were underwhelmed). Pros: location, easy to get seated, prices are decent (for DT Charleston) wait staff was good, drinks were good. Cons: primarily the food was bland. The host station was not running at its best either. We had a reservation and they told us they were "working on our table," and we should wait "under the stairs." Apparently "under the stairs" is also where they store napkins and supplies. We looked to our right and saw 3 empty and clean tables. After about 5 minutes of standing under the stairs, they sat us at one of those tables, which had not required any extra "getting ready." Just didn't sit well ( or stand well) with me.

My favorite restaurant in Charleston…read more I get the bbq but can't wait to try the hot pot. The price is fantastic considering I focus on proteins and don't fill up on rice. The bulgogi is fantastic, the sauce selection is huge, and the soft drinks are also unlimited. I try to go at least once a month. The ventilation is very good- you still smell like bbq when you leave but not as bad as other kbbq I've had. The staff is always very friendly.

I went during their lunch special from 11 am - 4 pm and they offered $20 for Korean bbq and hotpot…read morewhich is a great price! I specifically came at 3:10 pm and the server notified me ahead of time that if I wanted that price I would only have until 4 pm which was about 50 minutes to eat. Totally do-able especially since I was a party of 1. Just a heads up their options for lunch is different from dinner hence the difference in price points of the two. Everything was buffet style so you would go to the bar to grab your meats, drinks, and sauces. If you wanted rice, kimchi, or other sides please let your server know. Service was great and attentive. My server often came by and offered to cut the pork belly which by the way were my favorite here. The restaurant gave me a sense of modern/hipster vibes which can be appealing for young crowds and it seems pretty clean overall. Definitely will be back to try their dinner options one day but it's a good spot for a cheap ayce during lunch time!

My schedule gets real hectic sometimes, but I still have to eat. I didn't want fast food this…read moreparticular day so I went here to get dinner to go. I had not been here in a long time. I think the price is very reasonable for what you can get. There was a variety of options to choose from. I did have a not so great encounter with a cashier, but the manager on duty addressed it immediately. All, I'm going to say is...be sure to check your receipt after your purchase. I would go again.

I go here every 6 months with family. The fish next to the shrimp was awesome. The strawberries…read morewere frozen and thawed out so they had a glaze on them and the macaroni was better than Bob Evans. Lots of desserts and the pot roast was a bit dry but the butterfly shrimp made up for it However my experience was terrible thanks to the tall skinny white guy who was cooking the steaks. I stood in line to get a steak and told him medium rare. He put a burnt piece of steak on my plate and walked away to put new steaks on the grill. I sat down upset and found out a family member was giving a medium steak that he refused to eat so I traded with him. Before leaving I wanted to discuss my experience with the steak guy so he wouldn't mess up other people food. He denied the whole thing and told me that never happened. I asked one of the waitress for his name but she didn't know. I left giving him the middle finger. From now on -- place a number by each steak photo. 1 for rare and 5 for burnt ( well done). We can give the cook our fingers instead of talking through a sneeze guard in case the cook is too busy to pay attention to what we said. Don't fire the idiot but do as I advise. I went there 7pm 5/4/26 anniversary (star wars day)