By The Way has been on our list to visit for quite sometime. After attending an event on King Street, we walked and were sat at one of the high top tables run by the bar. I ordered an extra dirty gin martini and one of my friends ordered an extra dirty vodka martini. As you can see by the photos they weren't dirty at all. They were straight gin and vodka with a splash of olive juice. So there is one less star for that. We ordered fries, the duck confit deviled eggs with red pepper and the stuffed ravioli and they were great!! Everything had explosive flavoring (fries included) and I was pleasantly surprised. Prices are reasonable for Charleston and their overall menu looks great. I'm def looking forward to coming back for dinner and brunch. Once the place fills up (and it was packed when we went) it does get a bit loud. Could have also been the drinking crowd wandering off as well that was coming in (as people started to crowd around the bar when it became standing room only.) read more

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Stopped by By The Way for drinks and just tried the espresso martinis. Overall they were pretty good and the actual drink itself was smooth, but whatever they used for the markings/design on top was honestly not good at all. It had a very sour taste that kind of threw off the drink. The space itself is really pretty inside and has a nice upscale vibe. The bartender we had was also very friendly and welcoming. One downside though -- my sister-in-law went to use the restroom and there was someone in the stall next to her getting sick, which obviously wasn't the best experience and definitely changed the vibe a little. Overall, cute spot for cocktails and the atmosphere was nice, but a couple little things kept it from being a standout experience for us. read more

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It's a bar, service is what you expect. We were between places and stopped here for a cocktail. They have a food menu but we did not order any. We ordered a gimlet an espresso martini, both tasted good. It was not busy for a Saturday afternoon. The servers seemed to congregate at the end of the bar, which made service feel minimal. With that, we left. read more

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The steak frites and deviled eggs were amazing! The french onion dip is the best we've ever had! The cocktails are out of this world. I've heard they recently added a mocktail menu, which is a great idea. Can't wait until we go back this Summer when we're in Charleston! read more

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Meh. I know the draw for this establishment is the southern charm show. I get the following what I don't get is the restaurant. We stopped by after a fantastic dinner at Bistronomy to have a drink at the bar. The service at the bar was subpar, drinks over priced and ambiance plain. The food prices were outrageous compared to where we just came from. The bar decoration and woodwork is lovely but the rest of the place is basic. I doubt we will be back but give it a try and make your opinion. read more

Visited By the Way for Sunday lunch on our way into Charleston. I made a reservation and when we arrived, we were greeted and sat immediately and had the cutest, personalized message at our table which was a nice touch to make us feel welcome by the team. Our server was over quickly and gave us time to peruse the menu. We ordered Espresso Martinis to start (duh) and a few appetizers to follow which included the Ceviche and Deviled Eggs. Both were perfect for the light lunch we were going for. However, the only downside was that the tortilla chips for the Ceviche were slightly stale. The Ceviche also could have been improved by a touch of sliced or diced avocado to balance the acidity but overall, we were happy with the start to our meal! For the main course, we split the Fried Chicken Sandwich and it was not just good, it was great. I also tried the Tomatotini and my husband had another cocktail (although I don't recall the name). We enjoyed those, but preferred the Espresso Martini we enjoyed first. We followed our second round by splitting a TropHop (when in Rome!) All of the team members we encountered, either up close or from afar were pleasant and friendly. We felt welcome and enjoyed our time dining at By The Way. It's a cool spot, especially the couch areas. I would return. It would be fun to secure one of those lounges with a larger group! read more

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very cute atmosphere but the music was so loud i couldn't even hear my own thoughts, you basically have to scream to talk to your friends. it's not always like that though, we didn't know it was live music night. weird side note, the water cups are so tiny. we came here for my friends 19th birthday and obviously we can't drink but we weren't even allowed to order mocktails, we were definitely a little upset about that. our server was amazing though, shout out to CJ. for appetizers we got the whipped feta, the olives, and the onion dip, all SO delicious. i got the smash burger for the main and it was so flavorful. CJ brought out a wonderful brownie for the birthday girl, also so delicious and rich. the crowd was definitely on the older side. important note, we made a reservation but they said they wouldn't have even let us in if we didn't make a reservation. i would definitely come back just for those appetizers! read more

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The perfect spot for drinks and apps for groups of four or less, otherwise make a reservation. The steak frites are great and the drinks are all yummy. Good wine list as well! read more

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What a surprise! Leaving the Tiny Tassel after a Yelp Elite Event, we saw BTW across the street. Looking like a lovely French bistro, and with a solid recommendation for the Duck Confit sandwich, we decided to enter. Lovely decor, in a somewhat art Deco style, with some beats music playing (I imagine lights go down and music goes up as the evening goes on). We split the Duck Confit sandwich, and it was as good as we were told. Along with a side of frites, the sandwich was dressed with arugula and goat cheese, with a baguette that was perfectly crispy. Our server was helpful, in good spirits, and left us alone as appropriate. Overall, a nice place off King St. Recommended! read more

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When we walked in the place itself was really cute and we were excited to get some drinks and some apps there. The service was good. Our waitress was very nice so no complaints there. We ordered a round of drinks. They were all right and were unique. We ordered a few appetizers and they were very underwhelming and super overpriced for what we got. We got one salad that was supposed to be a Greek style salad and it would look like it just came out of a refrigerator and I could've made it. We also ordered things that onion flavor and everything tasted like French onion dip. I guess if you're looking for a new spot, you could check it out for yourself, but the food was super overpriced for what we got and I will not be back read more

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It really was a great little place. The bartenders were great and the Wednesday Filet special made it even better! read more

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Can we agree that this place is over rated? Story time: I got here and put my name on the list and was told it would be an hour and a half (because I was having dinner) no problem I decided to have drinks at the bar. I kept getting bumped and didn't get sat for 3 hours and finally at 9:45 my table was ready, then I was told I needed to order quickly because the kitchen closed at 10. It was clear they sat other parties before us but frankly if you can't accommodate it, don't offer it. I'm actually shocked we decided to wait. I will say the burrata was very good as were the steak frites but poor experience always leaves a bitter taste despite the food. read more

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The food was so good, service was slow (and there wasn't many people there) but they were all very friendly there! It's a very cute spot and they had good drinks! Wish they had a brunch menu different from the main menu but I would go back for sure! read more

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Had a really great experience! Staff were very friendly and quickly provided drinks and apps despite it being a crowded Saturday. I will definitely be back! read more

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BTW has become one of my favorite spots. The menu is small but jam-packed with flavor. There's a beautiful bar that offers phenomenal drinks. I really love the Hugo Sprits. As far as food favorites for me, it's a tough battle between the mushroom ravioli and the steak. Did I mention there's a Wednesday special for 1/2 price steaks?! Chef Marcus, Chef Des and Chef Crystal do a remarkable job with the recipe specials as well. The vibe here is unmatched and I look forward to going each time. Really happy about this addition to downtown Charleston! read more

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Came to By The Way for lunch and it was Spectacular. Being the new kids on the block they showed out with the food and ambiance. I love all the pictures on the wall and the bar is fully stocked to make all your favorites or new favorites recommended by the server. We got the fried oysters with caviar on top and it was fried to perfection and the caviar was the perfect topper. The espresso Martini was smooth and not too heavy on the coffee. Last was the duck confit sandwich. After speaking to the chef I see why it's on the menu is full of flavor and you get a mouth full of duck in each bite. The vibe is fun and sociable. They have half off on Wednesday on Steak Frites. Parking may be a challenge but there is a parking garage near and street parking is an option. read more

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Great atmosphere for a date night or a girls night, as I've been for both now. All food has been great, from the apps to the entrees and dessert. We went when there was live music as well and that elevated the experience even more. read more

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I was chomping at the bit to try this place. What I will say is that this restaurant has a lot of potential and is a great addition to the Charleston area. The atmosphere is warm and unique, the staff were friendly and attentive, and the food was good. However, personally, I didn't have anything I'd come back for. The fried oysters, in my opinion, lacked flavor, and the burger wasn't anything special. As the evening went on, the volume of the music seemed to steadily increase. By 7:30 or 8 PM, my friends and I were practically yelling across the table to hold a conversation. While it wasn't my cup of tea, no one else in the restaurant seemed bothered by it. That said, the vibes were great, and the staff was efficient. It's definitely worth a visit. read more

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Recently popped in for a casual weeknight dinner and enjoyed our experience. Parking is tough in this area but workable. The staff were friendly and attentive. The Caesar salad and fries were great. Love that they have NA cocktails. Mostly small tables and it did get louder as it filled in but a fun atmosphere. read more

The cocktails here really are fab. If you're going to make me go out after 9pm I want to pay for a quality drink and not a well vodka so this is my preferred spot to go out. We've come for brunch twice as well and we're impressed by the food. They only take reservations for groups of 7 or more but we haven't had issues walking in during the day (different story at night). Our favorites are the burrata and crab crostini but portion size is definitely small so would recommend ordering a few plates per person. read more

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The drinks were so fun, and there were so many to choose from! I got the espresso martini with coconut tequila which was a surprising yet delicious change. We ordered the ceviche, fries and burrata. It was all pretty good. Would come back mostly for the fun cocktails! read more

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Can here for a drink before dinner. We grabbed a small table by the bar and had a few fantastic drinks. Service was quick and thoughtful. Ambiance was relaxing with low lighting and good music. read more

Okay food. Service was pretty bad. We waited for a server to come to our table for almost 20 min and then at the end we waited to pay for another 20 min and ended up going up to the bar to pay. We had stopped in for a quick bite before a show and it was not quick at all. The restaurant was not that busy at that point. Just poor service. Food was not worth going back, very pricey for what was served. Drinks were really good though. If I were to return I would just stop at the bar for a few drinks or happy hour. read more

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Stopped into By the Way on Wednesday for their half priced Steak Frites deal and really enjoyed the meal! Our server was kind and attentive, and even brought us matches and post cards at the end of the meal. The steak and fries were delicious, and the half priced wines by the glass for happy hour were great, too. I did think the music was a bit too loud for normal table conversation but otherwise had an excellent experience here. read more

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This is a new spot that recently opened up and went there with my girlfriend for dinner on Friday night. We had an espresso martini and dirty martini which were both really good and highly recommend. Only reason why this is not 5 stars is that the service did take a little longer than expected. However I will say it was a Friday night and the place was super busy. I'd also probably recommend going for drinks instead of trying to get dinner there as it was super crowded read more

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Stopped in for the half price steak frites with the girls. Such a cute atmosphere, great music, and adored our server! She was so attentive and took excellent care of us. The steak was a perfect medium and delivered by the chef; the BEST chimichurri I've ever had. Also really enjoyed the old fashioned. By the time dessert arrived, I completely lost my mind and forgot what it was called and to take a picture, but it was incredible! Some sort of chocolate mouse situation with cherries: out of this world! Only suggestion is the music was a bit too loud to hear each other at the table. read more

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New cocktail bar in the area and must say, it's a good one. We sat at the bar around 2pm and ordered right away cause ya girl came prepared and this hot honey marg was calling my name. Safe to say, it did not disappoint and was perfect. We also got the French dip and chips, no caviar for us and it was so yummy. My husband got a dirty martini and he loved it. Nice ambiance, decor is so amazing, and so is the food looked like from presentation and what the other customers were saying. Must try! read more

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Wonderful spot, great ambience, friendly staff. Good wine selection. Definitely will be back!

We loved this place! Dirty martini was made perfectly and the French onion dip was the perfect night cap snack. Place is definitely a vibe with TVs and lots of seating. Staff was fast and very attentive! read more

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Great cocktails and food. The decor is quite cute. Service at the bar was excellent. Would 100% return and sit at the bar again.

My mom and I are huge fans of Southern Charm. Especially love Craig and Austen so we had to stop in and check out their new venture- BTW. Swanky, dim, modern yet whimsical vibes. We were stuffed from eating our way through Charleston, but saved room to try a few signature drinks and an app. The crab crostini was the perfect bite. Salty, briny, buttery with the crunch and chew of the bread. Pro tip: add caviar. Service was great, no wait for 2 even though it was a packed house. Check it out! read more

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Service was AMAZING- as are the cocktails. We are local, but a must try if you are in town.

Stopped in on 4th of July for dinner and some food. We sat at the bar. The espresso martini was excellent. The spicy margarita was very spicy. Crazy spicy but good. The cold old fashioned was very good. Kudos to the bartender. The place is very modern and clean. Only complaint was we were watching sports on the TV and all of the sudden they turned off and they closed them up. WTH. I was watching that. For food we tried the deviled eggs which were good. The French onion dip and the mushroom ravioli. All above average. Prices were high but what's not in Charleston near King St. would come again for the drinks. read more

We went around 2pm on a Saturday and sat at the bar. There was lots of open seating but still decently busy. The bartenders were super friendly! I loved the cherry bourbon cocktail and my bf loves his espresso martini. We also ordered the nduja deviled eggs and the chips and onion dip with caviar which were all amazing!!!! My bf loved his steak frites! I saw on Wednesdays the steak frites are half off! The bathrooms were super clean. We had a great time! read more

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Wow! We were very impressed. Dined here for our anniversary and from the moment we entered they were all so nice. Had a great postcard waiting at our table and my husbands fav drink infront of him before we could even ask for a menu! The drinks were very good. The manager , Joe, came over and personally introduced himself and chit chatted and was very attentive as well as our server! Food was delicious. I had the beet ravioli and husband had the catch of the day and it was very good!! We really enjoyed the decor and overall ambiance! Highly recommend esp since its just around the corner from King St where its busier. read more

The food was mediocre at best, and the drinks were very basic. The venue is quite small and has more of a sports-bar vibe than anything else. It was extremely loud and overall nothing memorable. If you're in Charlestown, I wouldn't go out of my way to visit this place. read more

Worst espresso martini I've ever had and extremely overpriced. Extremely overrated bar, AVOID this in Charleston. Much better places to go. read more

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Food and service were just okay. Our glasses were all dirty. I know it's downtown and a trendy spot, but it's quite expensive, especially for the quality of what you're getting. read more

Super cute spot for a date or with friends! Waitstaff very nice and attentive. Food was really amazing. Onion dip and duck sandwich were top tier. Drinks also delish! read more

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Maggie is the best server love her so mush so niceee and totally knew the whole menu!! The espresso was so nice especially with the peanut butter tequila it was so so so good!! SEAN IS THE MAN! read more

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