Delicious fried chicken. They have a variety and rubs and sauces, all pretty spicy…read more Service is always good. Ramen is solid too. Get the picked daikon. Goes great with the spicy chicken.

My family and I came here last night for dinner and had an okay experience. We had reservations and…read morewere immediately sat when we arrived, but there is no parking at the restaurant. We found parking on the side of the road across the street at the park. We had a very strange experience with our waitress, she would come to the table and not say anything. She didn't introduce herself either. Favorites: spicy cucumbers + spicy bao + Tokyo Shoyu (really liked the flavor of the broth) Wouldn't order again: okinomiyaki + spicy tantanmen Vibe was very cool in this place, but probably won't be back.

Inside a vibrant blue building is Bertha's, a soul food establishment that is not to be missed if…read moreyou are in the Charleston area. Its small, and set up cafeteria style. You order, they plate it, you pay and either take it to go or to sit in the small dining area. Service is very quick and efficient, and you can tell there are a lot of regulars who come here because the staff joked and laughed with them as they waited in line. Speaking of the line, it moved fast but while we were there a woman came around with a tray and offered little cups of brightly colored something. I chose red and was delighted to see it was a frozen punch, red is cherry. My friend got orange and he said it was like a mango or peach flavor. I ordered the fried chicken, with cabbage and red rice. The cabbage was absolute fire, it was so tender and delicious. The red rice was good, but a bit on the dry side. I feel like had I been there when a fresh pan was brought out it would have been a lot better. The fried chicken was perfectly cooked and had a flaky crust but it needed salt and the tables did not provide any. I would come back, there are so many other things I would love to try and this place is busy for a reason.

This was a whole experience. We were in Charleston Saturday night through Wednesday afternoon and…read moreBertha's is only open Wednesday through Saturday til 5pm. So we took an Uber there on our way to the airport, luggage and backpacks and all. The line was to the door. Most people get their food to go but there are a handful of tables in the dining room. We parked ourselves and our bags at one by the front wall and settled in for our fried porkchops and fried chicken, lima beans, cabbage, red rice, mac and cheese, and corn bread. And while we waited for our food, one of the kitchen staff walked around passing out free frozen punch. It was good! This was the perfect choice for our last meal in Charleston. We were in and out in 45 minutes, full and satisfied. The only thing is we are still confused about pricing. We think there was an error because somehow we paid $29 for one meal and $19 for the other. Can't be right...but we didn't have time to sort all that out. Pay it forward.

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!

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.

So flavorful and fresh every time! I have tried most of the sides and I've never been disappointed…read more Love all of their sauces as well

Solid chicken spot in the Nexton area! This was my first time here and it was really good. The…read morerotisserie chicken was cooked perfectly and so juicy with great flavor. The Caesar wrap was good too, but could have used a bit more seasoning. I think the sides stole the show- the green beans were to die for, and the corn salad and cilantro rice were excellent. The food came out quickly and the portions were generous. There are different sauces as well to spice up your meal how you like! The inside is a little smaller but looks to have outdoor seating as well to enjoy on a nice day.

My girlfriend and I really enjoyed our visit to Kiki's Chicken and Waffles on Saturday, January 17,…read more2026. She ordered the fried fish and said it was cooked perfectly, which made me happy since I paid for both meals (lol). I had the soul food, and the portion size surprised me. The service was excellent! The fried chicken was crispy, juicy, and easy to eat. I can honestly say it's better than Popeyes and KFC. I definitely recommend Kiki's and will be back again.

I have been to Kiki's in Columbia a few times so I was happy to hear that we had one in Charleston…read more Finally made it by for lunch one day when some family was in town for a visit. Good options on the menu, other than just chicken & waffles, obviously, but it's always a classic, which I did order on this visit. The space is simple, but nice. The food, as usual, is tasty - no complaints in that department. The only real issue we had is that there were 2 servers for the whole place and it took a very long time to order, etc. People came in after us and got their food before we did. Thankfully, we weren't in a rush, so it wasn't too big of a deal, but it was a little frustrating. Otherwise, no issues.

Tom was the coolest bartender ever, so calm and friendly. He was knowledgeable about what's…read moreavailable. Oysters were delicious and fresh. They serve a nice variety from saltier to more briny. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating under a covered patio. I'd recommend reservations if going for dinner, but they're not required.

Seriously good food made with care and attention…read more The grilled oysters were extremely tasty. Service is always on point. I usually sit at the bar during the slow hours. It can get really busy here.

This place apparently does not exist at this address. The directions took me to a Boba Tea place.read more

A great place reminiscent of Mel's diner . Large portions for breakfast and lunch of homemade diner…read morefood that's worth a try! I've been a few times, don't let the area or outside fool ya! Service was excellent too.

Excellent food and service, have been back several times!…read more Fresh ingredients and can combine them however you like! Delicious....

I've always loved coming here to grab lunch with my dad. Their buffalo chicken sandwich is my go to…read morewith a side of their seasoned fries. It's been six months or longer since I've been and their sauces have definitely changed. Their blue cheese used to be thicker and have a better flavor and when I went yesterday - well it tasted nothing like Blu cheese and was thin. The fries are especially salty now which I wasn't a fan of. My dad ordered a smash burger and said it was still great (it looked great too). Overall the prices are reasonable and the staff is incredible pleasant. For me the chicken sandwich just doesn't hit like it used to and this is why I have given Boxcar four stars instead of five.

I recently ordered from Tater's Sea & Soul while in Charleston visiting, and I found the online…read moreordering and pickup process to be incredibly efficient, with my food being ready exactly at the estimated time. I opted for the seafood platter featuring fried shrimp and fried whiting, and I added a side of wings, an extra order of mac and cheese, and a cup of their signature Geechee sauce. While the red rice included with the platter was decent and met expectations, the rest of the meal was unfortunately underwhelming. The fish lacked a fresh taste and the macaroni and cheese was extremely bland, requiring me to use the Geechee sauce just to inject some necessary flavor into the dish. Given that the main components failed to impress, there wasn't anything about this experience that would make me return for a future visit.

After seeing this restaurant on social media, I finally had a free day to place an order before…read moreeverything I wanted was sold out. Totally worth the wait. You can only get to go, and it was a struggle driving all the way back home before I could dig in! Flavorful, fresh seafood. The stuffed, fried crabs were great.