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    Charleston's

    4.2 (279 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Wine Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    CHARLESTON'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Intimate
    Upscale
    Moderate noise

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    The Chicken Avocado Club (grilled and melted)
    William J.

    The ambience is very chill dimly lit really nice for date night comfortable seating. The service is always on point The drink menu is dynamic and always changing If they have brussels sprouts available, grab them they're phenomenal. They did not this night. The glazed carrots and broccolini are a great side Pork chops are bone in and always cooked really well one of my favorites

    Escargot shrimp
    Marla C.

    This is my first time at this location and overall, my experience was really good. The staff was friendly and attentive especially considering we had such a large party. There were 8 of us. The food was good, although I was little bothered because I ordered fish tacos comes with beans and rice but it had pork in it!! Not mentioned anywhere in the description did it mention that the beans had pork in it and I'm a pescatarian! Thankfully I saw it before I ate it and one of our waitresses, graciously substituted it out for some of their coleslaw. I also got a side of burgundy mushrooms. For my adult beverage, I got fall old fashioned. It was good, but I wish I had stirred it before I drank it because I tasted most of the spices at the end of the drink. Our table got appetizers that included the spinach and artichoke dip, which was amazing.And they also got the escargot shrimp, which my family said was grea, but I don't know because i'm allergic to shellfish. My kid got the ribs with mashed potatoes and fries and really enjoyed them.And my husband got the fish and chips I got to nibble on his fish.It was very tasty. We will definitely come through next time.We are in town.

    SHRIMP SCAMPI
    Candice S.

    Came here after an event near by. We were dressed a little nicer and wanted to take advantage of the situation. We were seated promptly when we arrived and our waitress was very attentive. They had several things on the menu that appealed to me. I asked for a recommendation, and was suggested to get the shrimp scampi. I was very happy with my decision, it was delicious. This is a very nice restaurant close to a lot of shopping.

    Potato soup
    Ricky S.

    Visited during 'restaurant week'. Ordered the 'Grilled Chicken & Avocado Club' sandwich along side potato soup and unsweetened tea and fries. Huge sandwich, fresh and very tasty. Had multiple refills of the tea without having to ask. This $20 meal was way well worth it. Will definitely visit again.

    This is what I got when I asked for a napkin
    Mark G.

    I'm a regular at Charlestons. I travel for work & they have some restaurants in Oklahoma. The main reason I go is because of their similarities to the Houston's restaurants we raised our kids on in Kansas City and if you travel through the south they are found in many cities i.e. Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Memphis, & Atlanta. The owner of the Charleston chain of restaurants has direct financial ties to the original Houston's brand so many of the recipes are the same. They offer amazing spinach and artichoke dip. I'm is it as good as Houston's spin dip? Nah. But it's as close as you will ever find. The only difference I can tell is that the chips are thinner & don't support the dip from plate to mouth. The spinach and artichoke dip is what drew me to the restaurant this particular night. I like sitting at the bar and was welcomed by both bartenders. They were very kind and courteous. They made a special effort to learn my name and of course I remember their names They delivered my drink swiftly and brought my spinach and artichoke dip in a reasonable amount of time. Something happened that for some reason , and I know I am picky, but I am about to pay $20 for a Coke and an appetizer so I expect good service to compensate for the additional amount I'm paying. When they brought my food to me, they didn't bring me any silverware or a napkin. There was a spoon in the Sour cream when. A few minutes later, I asked for a napkin and the bartender reached over next to her and picked up paper napkins and handed them to me. Everybody in the entire restaurant gets a cloth napkin with silverware. That's just basics so that's why my rating is three stars. After trying to reach the manager several times, I give up! Leaving my phone number has yielded no response. You can email me: Gregg.mark@rocketmail.com

    Hawaiian ribeye with fries
    Anne N.

    This is the second KC restaurant recommended for fans of the gone-but-never-forgotten Houston's. It does have some of the old Houston's faves on the menu (not the Asian chicken salad, though- don't come here looking for that). My dining companion chose chips and queso as the appetizer. Not what I would have chosen outside of a Mexican restaurant, but I have to say it was executed perfectly and I would order it again. For nostalgia's sake we both had the Hawaiian ribeye with fries. They arrived cooked as ordered and was close to the original flavor that we remember. The other place that serves a version of this steak is actually a better representation to me, though. Also the fries were standard and boring and not great. Service was attentive but unfussy, which I really like. Ambiance is upscale casual. We would go back if in the area.

    Blackberry punch (no alcohol)
    Chandra J.

    Charleston was nothing less than amazing yesterday for my uncles birthday! I haven't been to one in years as they all closed in AZ, so I was excited to check them out. When my mom and I arrived, a few people were already there, so we checked out the menu. The menu is tiny but mighty with a great mix of sandwiches, burgers, pasta, chicken, and salads. I always try to pick something I can not make at home, so I ordered the fish and chips. Our waiters came by, and I was encouraged to order this. I went with it, and instead of the fries, I got the broccoli. To drink, I got their NA blackberry punch. Everything was amazing! The NA punch had a little hint of sweetness but was fruity and tart as well from the ginger beer and blackberry. My food was delicious, and it did not need any sauce or spices, especially the fish and broccoli. The coleslaw was cool and creamy with a nice crunch. The broccoli was bright green with a crunch and had a small river of butter under it that made my taste buds sing. And the fish, light and flaky and just fried enough for that crunch. I wish that the pieces were a little bigger and that my stomach was bigger too! They give you a good amount of food! It makes awesome leftovers. I liked the attentive service and that we were able to put in a reservation and able to sit at not only our tables but also a few surrounding it. For next time, it would be great to be able to reserve the private room for noise and conversations.

    Chicken piccata with side of sprouts
    Dawn C.

    What a great spot. Met some friends for lunch who come here regularly and assured me that no matter what I ordered I would love it. I ordered the chicken piccata. It was delightfully full of veggies and the side of Brussel's sprouts were crispy and tossed in a bit of chilli sauce. The chicken was thin and tender. However, the serving size was rather small. I expected more pasta. I are every morsel but the cost is hard to justify when I had "just" enough to eat. The service was top notch, and the restaurant interior is classy without feeling stuffy.

    Family dinner celebrating Neyan 18th bday
    Tamia L.

    Happen to enjoy service by those several wait staff dropped off items or drinks to our table; Howe, it took 4 inquiries to get the TV on. Drink refills were handled by multiple staff and always pleasant. We received our apps in a timely fashion but it seemed we waited a good while before our main courses were delivered. No one had a lukewarm plate so everything was served hot. He even remembered why we were there and asked our birthday girl how she enjoyed her meal. We were able to enjoy lighting a cupcake and singing as well! The SHRIMP CARGOT was delicious, just a challenge to dig out each shrimp with cheese and the butter to enjoy with the bread The Chicken fried chicken meal was crispy and flavored perfectly along with skinned in mashed potatoes and my salad. Our table enjoyed other apps down to last bite: FLATBREAD PIZZA which had good cheese, sausage, tomato balance and queso dip was a hit! Everyone else ordered sandwiches: burgers, chicken, chicken tenders, steak and dynamite shrimp! No complaints, only happy faces and plates!

    10oz prime rib an bake potato

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    Food was great. The hostess had an attitude when we asked for a table instead of a booth.

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    By far my favorite! Staff is fantastic! Food delish! Perfect margarita is to die for!

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    Not much selection and pretty expensive for average good. We are there on Easter Sunday as most places were closed.

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    This is our family's go to spot. Food is always great and service amazing. Our waiter Jake was amazing.

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    Ask the Community - Charleston's

    Are you handicap accessible, wheelchair?

    I would call the store to be sure but I don't see why this location wouldn't be wheelchair accessible.

    How do i find the wait list?

    They don't do wait list anymore...in person check in only. 😒

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    Louie's Wine Dive & Kitchen 119 - Chicken salad lunch wrap with fries

    Louie's Wine Dive & Kitchen 119

    3.9(316 reviews)
    4.9 mi
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    I went on VDAY for brunch, was able to get seated quickly and service was good. I had the Harissa…read moreDeviled Eggs which were an 8/10. The Steak Burrito was a 6/10. More season and Chipotle sauce would probably make it more flavorful. The Eves Secret Garden drink was cute but I give it a 6.5/10. I would definitely like to go back and order The Hanger Steak and Eggs dish. They were out when I wanted to order it. Overall, I liked Louie's Wine and will go back.

    My daughter took me out for dinner and wine for my birthday and we chose this restaurant based on…read moretheir marked menu with allergens. I really appreciate a restaurant that has allergens listed on their main menu. The restaurant/bar is modern, clean and attractive. We were seated immediately but came early on a Thursday. It was quit busy even at 4:30 and became packed very quickly. They have a reservation line and a link on their website. It was loud but manageable with conversation. We tried out some wine that was on their happy hour menu and we also ordered dinner. I ordered a gluten-free dish for myself. My daughter said that her meal was good and so is her wine. My wine was good and my meal was generally good except that the chicken piccata was slightly dry. I believe that it said it had lemon caper sauce, and I didn't notice that much on it. Our server was nice and checked back with us. We would go back again.

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    Louie's Wine Dive & Kitchen 119 - Part of the bar area

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    Louie's Wine Dive & Kitchen 119 - Crisp Pecan Brussels Sprouts

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    Vintage 78 Wine Bar

    Vintage 78 Wine Bar

    4.7(53 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    I stopped in early on a Friday and it was clear they had just received several shipments of wine…read moreand were working to put them away. There were boxes of wine everywhere and that bothered me. It really threw off the vibe. I was seated right away, and my waiter, Chris, was friendly. He walked me through their extensive menu of wines and even recommended a few. I decided to try a sweet wine flight, and he tried to warn me that it was very sweet, but I didn't listen. The flight was super sweet. There wasn't a single one that I enjoyed. Chris did recommend another wine, Fragolino, and I loved it. I could've drank it all day. I wanted a bottle of it to go, but sadly, they were out. Hopefully, when I return, it will be in stock. Next visit, I'll go with something not so sweet.

    My fiancé and I stopped in really quick just to check it out. It's such a cute and classy place!…read moreIt's not very big so if you go at a busy time( like a Friday night like we did), don't be surprised if it's packed. Our server was super chill and helpful at suggesting wines. We got 2 reds that were a little on the sweeter side which was great because I want to get more into reds but they're usually too dry or too sweet and these were perfect. We didn't get any food since we were heading to eat afterwards. But the menu looked like it was pretty decent. We'll definitely have to come back to try it. I really enjoyed that the owner was there and working. The extra care for the company shows in how well it's kept! Overall, I definitely suggest you check it out. Super cute for a quick date night like we did, a girls night or just to check it out.

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    Plate - Rigatoni E Gamberi   Lunch (I think) prawn

    Plate

    4.2(205 reviews)
    4.1 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Free parking

    Came for happy hour, I went with the burger. Glad I did…read more Workhorse burger. Fundamental. Plays the right way. Sneaky-athletic burger. High-motor burger. Scrappy, "first in the gym, last one out" kind of burger. I would love to build my whole team out of that burger.

    I was really looking forward to dinner at Plate, and it did not disappoint. The meatballs were…read moredelicious, served with a sauce that had a nice kick. The Moderno salad -- with cherries, cured beef, pine nuts, and goat cheese -- was flavorful, though the espresso vinaigrette unfortunately tasted more like straight vinegar than espresso. I had the short rib bolognese and it was absolutely delicious. Others at the table ordered the Funghi pasta with creamy white sauce, which was good but could have used a bit more mushroom flavor. The Toscana chicken breast (bone-in) with sun-dried tomato sauce had that perfect "marry me" flavor -- rich and satisfying. For dessert, we had the Plate chocolate cake with raspberry and pistachios. It was a huge slice, with a rich chocolate flavor. So why not five stars? Despite having reservations, we were seated right by the kitchen where servers pick up food. Made more annoying because the restaurant had a lot of empty booths and tables in the main dining room. The upside was that the pizza ovens kept us warm, but it wasn't the most relaxing spot. There were also a couple billing issues: the tip was calculated on the post-tax total rather than pre-tax. Also our prix fixe dinners included dessert and we opted to upgrade to a different dessert from the menu. Oddly the up-charge was $6, even though the menu price difference was only $3. That said, Plate offers delicious, well-priced food (though the drinks are on the expensive side), and it's still a great choice for Italian food in Kansas City

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    Vinotopia - Love the outdoor patio seating!

    Vinotopia

    2.3(36 reviews)
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    Two words: highway robbery. I came here during the weeknight to see a film in their "dine-in"…read moretheater, thinking it was similar to other AMC Theater Dine-ins, where you can order your food in the actual theater... nope. You are to order that at the concessions stand in the lobby, and that's not clear-cut to do unless you ask around. The food itself is basic, which is fine, but chicken nachos shouldn't cost $14 with a $1 delivery fee. On top of that, they didn't even get my order correct (came with jalapenos when I requested to not have such). Need more insult to injury? Only one person working behind the concessions stand in a line of 6+ groups with no help in sight. Final insult: no booze is offered - no VINO, beer, cocktails... nothing. For $12 a ticket, I plead with you to consider other theaters in the metro before you come here.

    I will start with the reasons why this review is missing the 5th star…read more.. Our initial impression of Vinotopia was utter confusion. We were greeted by the hostess with, "hello," followed by an awkward silence and a blank stare. Uhh...hi? After a few more seconds of silence, my husband finally asked, "So, do we just sit anywhere?" To which the hostess responded, "Sure. You can sit anywhere in the bar or patio." I was sure I had seen a more formal dining setting in my research before we came, so before we sat down I blurted out, "Can't we get a table for two?" Again she responded, "Sure," grabbed two menus, and started walking. This issue could easily be corrected with a little training, or retraining, on how to greet guests. When we got to the dining room, she said we could sit at any two top. The only problem was two walls of the dining room are entirely made up of windows, one that is facing due west, and at about 5:30PM this means the light and heat of a thousand suns. All of the two tops were along the windows. We chose the one with the least direct eye burning light, but we still had to dine with our sunglasses on. Another couple was seated at a two top behind us and wound up being so uncomfortable with the heat and brightness that they changed their minds and left moments later. Sure the view of Overland Park is beautiful, but something has got to give, because no one wants to go on a nice romantic date and have to wear shades. Alright, the positives. The service was great. Both our server, and the other server in the dining room, worked very well together to make our experience enjoyable. The live piano music created romantic ambience. The food was delicious, albeit a little monochromatic--the plates were severely lacking green (or any contrast from brown and orange tones. see photos if you don't believe me.) We started with the bleu cheese stuffed figs. To my surprise (& perhaps dismay), these were made with dried instead of fresh figs. The flavor was good, however the texture wasn't as pleasant as it would've been with fresh figs. I had the braised pork shank that was fall-off-the-bone tender, served with a potato mash, roasted carrots, a peach compote, topped with roasted tomatoes and a jus of sorts. Well seasoned, great flavors. He had the center cut of beef, served with white asparagus, and a potato mash, and a beef jus. Again, flavors were there, but maybe green asparagus would've made the dish appear less anemic. We were also given a small dish of very bland housemade ricotta with a few small slices of bread. We could've done without. Overall, we would dine hear again, but I think we will wait until a slightly cooler evening so that we can sit on the patio. (It is less strange to dine in sunglasses if you're outside.) It was pleasant and romantic, despite the hiccups.

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    Bleu cheese stuffed figs

    Charleston's - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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