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    Cafe Charlotte

    4.4 (40 reviews)
    Closed • 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Amanda W.

    Been here a couple of times now. The coffee is pretty good, the food is solid - some interesting combinations that are certainly new to me, but I like trying new things. The staff is friendly, the place is cute, with plenty of parking. If you're looking to maybe expand your palate and try something you wouldn't have thought to try otherwise, this is a good way to do that without going too far out of your comfort zone.

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    Sarah B.

    Cafe Charlotte is essentially a coffee shop that also has brunch friendly food. It has a Bavarian theme. I had a sandwich they call the Mama Mia! (With the explanation point). It's essentially a fancy avocado toast. My daughter got the "Jim Hopper" which was on a Kaiser roll with yummy coleslaw. Next time I might try the "Sabich" which is eggplant egg and hummus....sounds interesting

    Mocha
    Scotty C.

    Stopped in for a coffee and decided to stay for a sandwich. The place was busy, but not packed and the staff were very welcoming as I came in. I looked over the menu and order a hot mocha and the Bella Bosso bagel sandwich... plus I got a cake to go because I wanted to try something and I knew I'd be happy to have it later. I was a little disappointed in my mocha latte. I ordered a large and when I took off the lid, there was an inch of room and then a layer of whipped cream with cookie topping so there was a very small amount of coffee. Aside from that, it was delicious so I was satisfied. For the Bella Rosso bagel sandwich, it had all the makings of things I like, but the bagel was pretty dry so it was just okay. I did share the cake with a friend later that day and it was delicious. Overall, I liked the cafe and the owner was chatting with folks, emptying trash bins, and friendly to everyone who came in. I think I just didn't enjoy my order too much that day. I will definitely be back to try the breakfast sandwiches because they look great.

    Oat milk latte
    Andrea R.

    Small cafe that serves German/Mediterranean food. Italian coffee/espresso drinks. Espresso good. My Caprese banquette was lovely! I added avocado. *It comes with pesto but I could not have it as it's nut-based pesto* My hubby lived his Bavarian breakfast. Staff was nice & answered all my questions. My only complaint is there was a dog in the restaurant sitting with some guests. The lady kept petting it up by the table. The dog stunk, so we moved.

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    Nancy P.

    Cafe Charlotte is a cute quaint cafe across from the Citadel Mall. Very clean an open restaurant with plenty of seating. The price is reasonable and the staff is very friendly and helpful. I order my food to go and the serve was quick. The egg sandwich on the English muffin was delicious. If you are in the West Ashley area take time out and check out this little cafe. I think you will enjoy the food and atmosphere.

    Patricia P.

    Went here for early lunch and we like this cute little cafe on the corner of the establishment. The girl behind the counter was friendly and took out ordered pretty well. My friend ordered the English muffin with egg and I ordered the hashtag (croissant with brown sugar bacon, hashbrown, cheese, and egg) which was pretty good. I also ordered the hot latte but the coffee was not hot it was kinda like warm temperature. I had iced coffee latte from this place before so next visit I think I am going to order iced coffee instead of hot coffee.

    Apple strudel latte
    Ravyn W.

    I love this not so hidden gem. This was my first time and I was really impressed. It's small but has seating inside and out and the parking is fairly easy. Is nestled in a small shopping center in West Ashley. We got the apple strudel latte (which was amazing) and a strawberry and cream cheese pastry. The staff was welcoming and knew their stuff. Definitely worth a try

    Only a few slices left of this GF Strawberry Dulce de Leches cake
    Kris G.

    I stopped in because I saw all these beautiful pastries and cakes online.. they always have a gluten-free cake apparently and I loved the strawberry and lavender version of it. It was very pretty before it got cut but the taste was just the same. Service did not take long and I got mine to go... it's a cute little cafe with sandwiches and coffees as well.

    William B.

    Some mornings when you wake up you just want a quiet place to sip your coffee and enjoy a Danish or hearty breakfast. Cafe Charlotte truly fits the bill. This unassuming cafe is next door to the Citadel mall, so parking is never an issue. The decor is clean and bright with various pictures and items showing the owners beloved Germany. I started with an iced mocha which had a nice dollop of whipped cream on top and lots of chocolate syrup. It was surprisingly not too sweet with the coffee flavor being more dominant. I ordered the Blueberry Blessed Pancakes and thoroughly enjoyed them. At first, I was apprehensive thinking maybe the blueberries were only on top but was please to find them loaded with plump berries inside. The pancake itself was cooked to a perfect golden brown and the idea of putting vanilla ice cream on top was pure genius! My wife ordered the Hashtag, a loaded breakfast sandwich with a French butter croissant packed with a crispy hashbrown, brown sugar bacon, two over easy eggs, melted American cheese with a garlic aioli spread. It was savory and hearty and the egg yolks nice and runny. Now of course we had to get a few baked goods to enjoy later. I got the blueberry cheesecake Danish which was still tender and flaky the next day. I loved how the blueberry and cheesecake were split right down the middle. Being that they are a German bakery I had to get the go to German chocolate cake. It was nice and moist, and the coconut was mixed in with the chocolate icing giving great coconut flavor with each bite! So, drag yourself out of bed and settle in with a great cup of coffee and one of their wonderful baked goods!

    Natasha K.

    Not my favorite coffee shop. I didn't enjoy the hot chocolate. It tasted watery and little to no flavor. The soup was tasted like warm prego sauce to me. The sandwich was lacking in flavor but just because I didn't like it doesn't mean it's not good. Maybe someone's cup of tea but it mine.

    Angel M.

    The people are SOOOOOO nice! They were friendly and kind and helpful. Plus I mentioned my dog was in the car (the air was on) and they gave me a free dog treat!!! They had a water bowl out when I walked up. Their outdoor section is very dog friendly. The coffee is delicious! The food is next level. It is worth coming here just for the service, the coffee and food are the icing on the cake!

    Smallest coffee ever
    Chris N.

    Americano is $4.36 for 4 oz of coffee. That's a really terrible value. Maybe I'm paying for the mediocre ambiance in the cafe.

    American Dream
    Rachel T.

    Quaint independent breakfast Café with European charm. Owned and run by a sweet local family, with German roots. The menu has a variety of options to fit most breakfast desires. Fresh breads and pastries are made mostly in house with a few staples but vary. I placed my order at the register with the owner's sweet daughter. Service was perfect. Order, short wait for your name on the order to be called, and pick up at the counter. There were multiple tables of various sizes to choose from and a sofa. There was a short line, but customers were friendly and gave up seats happily as they finished eating and saw people waiting for tables. Great place to meet up and share a piece of cake or quietly sip coffee, and play chess. I ordered the keep it simple sandwich which was an egg, cheese, and bacon on an English muffin. Everything tasted fresh and nothing was overcooked. It took me a little while to get here since they opened to get here, but I'm sure I will be back.

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    The girls at the counter are always friendly, the place is always so tidy, and the food is always a 10/10!

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    the food, coffee, and service was all amazing! family friendly and laid back. Great breakfast spot

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    7 months ago

    Wonderful service! The shaken espresso is incredible and the food is amazing. They also have some GF options! Highly recommend

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    Good place for breakfast with good coffee and friendly service! The pastries are tasty. The space is limited, but fine.

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    Lovely new coffee shop. Plenty of room to sit and chat. Owners awesome. Coffee was good. Highly recommend.

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