Mr. Jimmy was our waiter and was AMAZING. Management and co-workers NEED to learn and appreciate this employee. He was busy with tables and made time for us. My wife and I were just married 2 days ago and made us feel so special and welcome. He told us about himself and lots of things to do in Charleston, SC. Mr. Jimmy, we will be coming back only because of your service and kindness. read more

After a full weekend of eating our way through Charleston, Frannie & The Fox ended up being our favorite meal...and it almost didn't happen! My husband found this spot last minute since it was just a short walk from our hotel. We arrived pretty close to the kitchen closing, and while they mentioned we could still order at the bar, our server, Miseal, graciously offered to seat us at a table and take care of us anyway. That level of hospitality set the tone for the entire evening. We kept it simple and shared the Octopus Salad and the Taleggio Pizza, and wow...every single bite was packed with flavor. The pizza, cooked in the wood-fired brick oven, had the perfect crispy yet chewy crust with rich, melty cheese. The octopus was tender, fresh, and beautifully balanced. It was honestly the best meal we had all weekend. I paired everything with a refreshing brut rose while my husband enjoyed a beer, and it couldn't have been a better way to end our Charleston trip. The atmosphere is stylish and lounge-like with a romantic feel...perfect for a date night or a relaxed evening after exploring the city. A huge thank you to Miseal for making us feel so welcome, even at the end of the night. Great food, outstanding service, and an unforgettable experience. This will absolutely be one of our first stops the next time we're in Charleston. read more

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My husband said this was one of the best wood fired pizzas he has had in Charleston! We had the pepperoni and the margarita (served with a pesto swirl/ omg!) The meatballs were excellent, tender and served with ricotta which is officially my new favorite way to have them. Also had a huge chunk of bread. Can't ask for anything better. Also enjoyed the Caesar salad. The house croutons were an amazing component. Our server was really personable and gave recommendations after asking (she said the meatballs were her fav in Charleston and she might be right). We also arrived 45 min before our reservation and were seated for brunch immediately! Can't wait to visit again read more

Frannie & The Fox - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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We went to Frannie and the Fox last night for a girls dinner. The food was phenomenal and the portions were just enough. We had the market catch which was a meaty piece of sword fish and the squid ink spaghetti with shrimp alongside a bottle of Italian prosecco. We ate outside in the courtyard and it was a perfect summer night. I do wish they had more fans/cooling devices because it was sweaty before the sun went down. Overall, great place for a vibey dinner. read more

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Friendly service and amazing Hugo spritzers. Great wood fired pizza and delicious pasta sauce, we left full and happy! read more

Frannie & The Fox - Tortelli Alla Nerano - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Stopped in on a really hot day. I opted for the pepperoni pizza because it's supposed to be made in a brick fire oven. Taleggio was recommended to the party sitting next to us, but they had them add sausage, which I wish I had done, but I didn't know about it until my order was already put in. With that said, the pepperoni pizza was definitely a four out of five. The only thing that would have made it a five out of five was a little bit more moisture to the crust or some type of garlic butter to it. The flavor was really good on the pepperoni. The crust was nice and chewy as far as the underneath. 4/5 Before I tasted it, when the waitstaff, who wasn't our waiter, ended up bringing the pizza to us, they asked if we needed anything. We asked for a sauce. I asked them what sauces they had. They gave us a couple of options. I picked two sauces, but unbeknownst to me, those sauces were dips, and the dips were $3 each. The young lady did not tell us that, unfortunately. One of the sauces was a garlic sauce, and the other thing was the restaurant's rendition of ranch. Both were rather bland. I'd have to give them a 2 out of 5. They weren't nasty, but they lacked flavor. My wife ordered this shishuka, which would be the eggs, and she thoroughly enjoyed it. She gave it a four out of five. I tasted it. The eggs were bland to me. I would give it a three out of five based on the two forkfuls that I had, but the waitstaff was amazing. I definitely want to go back to try their brunch and to try that other pizza without the extra sauces. read more

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Solid bar tender! Not many place can make the basil gimlet right. She did great on this gimlet. Thank you. The wait staff were nice and professional. They gave us great suggestions on foods since it's our first time here. The restaurant is nicely decorated and they also have outdoor seating although it's not ideal for today. We will come back for other items on the menu. read more

Frannie & The Fox - Talleggio pizza with sausage. Great thin crust pizza. The crust is crunchy and chewy at the same time. - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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This is such a beautiful restaurant. We enjoyed a Caesar salad, Rigatoni, and the Squid Ink Spaghettoni- all were so flavorful & absolutely delicious! We also enjoyed the pineapple cocktail from the menu - it was so light and refreshing. The food came out quickly & the service was wonderful. Looking forward to going back! read more

Frannie & The Fox - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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This spot screams girls night! I sat outside at the courtyard on a Saturday night. I loved the variety of couches, dining tables and half bench tables. I started with the spring peas which was different than expected but in a good way! It was more of a salad than a burrata and bread dish. The chicken Milanese was fantastically crispy and the potatoes were a great to eat up the sauce. The margarita pizza was super thin but refreshing. Our server was attentive and made great cocktail suggestions. read more

Frannie & The Fox - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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The food was delicious! Our service was horrendous and two managers failed to address our concerns. In the middle of our meal and at the end. Did we want drinks? Yes! Did we order drinks immediately? Yes Did we get them? Yes, after our appetizer, entrees and sides, approx 25 minutes later. Did she blame the bar? Yes! Was it the bar's fault, no! Did she ever come back to our table to check on us? No. Why? She was too busy making friends with the large table of girls next to us. On multiple occasions, the worst service we have experienced in Charleston. Did we want more food? Yes! Did we want more drinks? Yes! Did we want dessert? Yes! Are we headed somewhere else right now to get the service that everyone deserves and the food and drinks we want? Absolutely! Do not recommend. read more

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Random last minute brunch and it was the highlight of the weekend. Decided I was craving a Caesar and happened to be downtown. Dropped by the gorgeous Emeline hotel and took a seat in the swanky Frannie and the Fox. The service? Exceptional! The food? Exceptional! We ordered the blue crab fritters, Caesar salad, and peach and ham pizza with the garlic and hot honey dips. Everything was a 10/10. The espresso martini was also a must order drink. Def check this place out, you won't be disappointed read more

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I recommend this place for the pizza! It was delicious. I was not a fan of the drinks and the appetizers tbh. The bruschetta was a little lacking in my opinion. I understand that they added their twist on it but it was a little too hard to bite into and messy. The pasta salad was okay. The pizza was amazing though! I would come back here for that. The ambiance was nice and convenient. The patio area was really cute. Our server was attentive and nice. I had a good experience overall. read more

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Frannie and the Fox was a major disappointment. The food and service both fell short, and the overall experience left me completely dissatisfied. I wanted a good dinner, not a night I would leave regretting. Nothing about this visit gave me a reason to recommend it. Food and service are the basics, and my experience here did not meet the mark on either. I left frustrated rather than satisfied, and I would not return. There are too many other places to eat in Charleston for me to give this one another chance. Based on my visit, I cannot recommend it. read more

I went to Frannie & The Fox on Tuesday night, and I have to start by giving a huge shout out to our server, Jimmy. He was honestly one of the best servers I've ever had. He was so attentive, friendly, and genuinely funny. I was visiting from San Diego, and he made the whole experience that much better. We ordered the whipped bone marrow, the lamb ragù, and the Taleggio pizza. Jimmy suggested adding sausage to the pizza, and I'm so glad we listened because it was the perfect addition. Every single thing we ordered was incredible. I can honestly say this was the best meal I had during my entire trip to Charleston. I was also excited to see a Super Tuscan on the wine list since it's my favorite red wine and not something you find everywhere. And one thing I really appreciated that probably sounds random, but if you've been to Charleston in the summer, you'll understand...it was actually nice and cool inside. It was such a relief after being out in the heat and humidity all day and made it so much more enjoyable to sit down and have a great meal. Between the amazing food, the atmosphere, and Jimmy's outstanding service, this was easily one of the highlights of my trip. I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in Charleston. read more

My husband and I recently dined at Franny and the Fox, and the experience was outstanding from the moment we walked in. The ambience immediately stood out. Warm, stylish, and lively without feeling crowded. It set the tone for a relaxed and enjoyable evening. Our waitress was delightful. Attentive, professional, and genuinely pleasant. She made thoughtful recommendations and checked in at the right times without hovering. The food matched the service. Fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Every dish we had was satisfying and well executed. If you're looking for a place in Charleston that delivers great service, great food, and a memorable atmosphere, this is it. We will definitely return. read more

Frannie & The Fox - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

This place is sooo cute. If you want to take photos with great ambiance and cute photo ops plus great food, this is the place. Set in the most beautiful hotel right in the historic French quarter of downtown Charleston and the vibes match the mood. The food is actually to die for they have fresh fish (market catch was swordfish and it was the best fish I've ever tasted. I also got the margarita pizza and you can tell they make their mozzarella in house. Their garden also felt like you where in pixie hallow 10/10 if your a girl in your 20s traveling to Charleston or need a girl dinner place to share a few martinis with great service and friends this is the place to go. read more

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Boy, it sure was hot by the standards of this Minnesota guy visiting South Carolina when we stopped at Frannie & The Fox for lunch during our anniversary trip to Charleston. Just finding the restaurant turned out to be our first challenge. It's tucked away inside Hotel Emeline, and although our GPS brought us right to the hotel entrance, there was nothing to indicate that a restaurant was inside. Thankfully, the gentleman at the door noticed us looking a bit lost, asked if he could help, and pointed us in the right direction. When we arrived for lunch, there weren't many people there, but the restaurant became noticeably busier as we dined. Our server appeared to be handling both bartending and waitressing duties. As the restaurant got busier toward the end of our meal, her attention became more sparse, and getting the check and paying took longer than we would have liked. We shared a wood-fired pepperoni pizza and a chopped salad, and both were very good. The pizza had excellent flavor, and the chopped salad was equally enjoyable. I also enjoyed a Pardon My French cocktail, which rounded out my meal nicely. We enjoyed the atmosphere and thought it was a fun place to dine. The food was good, and we enjoyed ourselves. That said, nothing about the experience really stood out as especially memorable or gave us a compelling reason to return. It certainly wasn't a negative experience. In fact, it was quite good, but in a city filled with outstanding dining options, this just wasn't one that rose to the top of our list. read more

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We popped in for a drink - shout out to being open on Christmas!! - and were pleasantly surprised by how cute the place was. It's a hotel bar, though open to the public. They had the cutest little yurts set up on the patio, and I NEED to check them out next year!! The fire was burning on the patio and it was very comfortable to sit outside. The inside is also cute, and was open air connecting to the patio. We just ordered drinks, a spaghett and a beer, during a slow period for them. Bartender was very nice and helpful, giving us a heads up of where would be reserved for dinner service, etc. Very cute spot! read more

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Frannie & The Fox is a great spot for dinner or just grabbing a few drinks. The restaurant is pretty big with lots of seating both indoor and outdoor. The outdoor patio is really nice if the weather is good. I came here for happy hour with a couple of friends. I had the house white wine and the arancini small bite. The wine was a Chardonnay and I liked it. The arancini was pretty good but could have been a little more flavorful. The restaurant is wonderfully decorated and service was friendly and quick. read more

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Tried it again after a very poor experience that was preceded by excellent dinners. I will start with the lukewarm water served in a carafe on a 90 degree plus day; and the water had the foulest taste we've experienced in water. We ordered bottled water which we haven't had to do ever dining out. The server recommended a salad that was just awful, bland, plain, tasteless, underwhelming. And very small for the price. The pizza we ordered was markedly smaller than before and the crust was different and looked like it was premade and frozen. It had the taste and look of DiGiorno pizza. Previously, the pizza was a standout but now Indaco and La Tela in Kiawah are making much better pizza pies. The service was friendly and they prepared a specialty cocktail that I like which was outstanding. To the team there, you have been going downhill for several years. Turn it around! read more

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Great foot, drink and ambiance! We had a reservation ahead of time and recommend doing that if you can! read more

Frannie & The Fox - Aperol Spritz - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Updating based on my last visit - terrible service this time. Compared to the absolutely phenomenal service we had last time (where our waiter took time talking to us about the food and where everything came from, telling us about himself, interacting with our son. etc.) the waiter we had this time completely ruined our experience here. Not only did it just feel like he was trying to pass us through, he was spending more time at the bar with his buddies than making sure his tables were covered (we sat without forks) and he just seemed annoyed to be there. Last visit, our waiter made recommendations and asked if he could put spicy sauces on the side because he saw we had a young child that might be sensitive to the spice: this time the new waiter just brought our food out, no notes. Near the end of our meal we heard him chatting with the table next to us quite a bit and wondered why he treated our table so differently. Overall just a soured experience and we will probably try other places in the future despite enjoying the food here. read more

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Frannie & the Fox located in the gorgeous Emeline hotel. Just visited from SoCal. The bar at night is always popping. Cocktails are top-notch and the food is outstanding. My fave was French 75, the pepperoni pizza (to die for) and the pizzola salad (wow). Julia the bartender was so freaking awesome!! read more

Frannie & The Fox - French 75 - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Really loved Frannie & the Fox! Went with a friend and first the restaurant is soooo cute! And the outdoor area is amazing especially with good weather! We order a couple drinks, the Taleggio pizza and a caesar salad. All really great and would definitely get again. Excited to go back and try more of the menu! read more

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Good night at Frankie and the Fox. Would have preferred the patio but hostess said it was all booked. Tyler was an amazing waiter-- I likely would have given less stars if he hadn't been amazing. Caesar salad was good and big. Glasses of red were below average and I do like my red wine. It's super cheap to offer a decent glass of red wine. Up your game. Food. Husband had the rigatoni and I had the pasta with mushrooms in the skillet. Good. Not great for both. We both said Indaco had better food and atmosphere. Liked it didn't love it. Don't need to return! read more

Frannie & The Fox - Rigatoni. - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Wow just wow the food and service here is amazing. The ambiance is amazing. I highly recommend this Italian restaurant to anyone looking for great and amazing food and drinks. read more

We loved this place so much that we ate here twice during our trip to Charleston! The first night we ate here because it was a stone's throw from our planned ghost trip. We made reservations so we were immediately seated. We placed our order for meatball appetizer, caesar salad, and the white pizza (sorry, forget the name!) and added pepperoni. 5 stars across the board! However, I will say, on our next visit, I ordered the Pizzaiolo chopped salad and topped it on our pizza and THAT IS THE MOVE. The pizza is the perfect salad vessel and the only way to eat it. Service was lovely on both nights and I highly recommend for your next CHS visit! read more

Frannie & The Fox - I think this is the Taleggio (with pepperoni added) - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Beautifully decorated and elegant space! Everything I tried tasted great and service was awesome as well. The prices are pretty high for what you get, but this spot is in a great location (very little parking in the area though). read more

Decent food and a good escape from the heat. I came for lunch and had the margherita pizza and that day's pastry basket. The pizza was a solid wood fired pizza, although it had pesto on it which wasn't mentioned and was a little strange for a margherita. The pastry basket had 4 different things, and while two of them were quite good, one was just okay and the muffin was pretty underwhelming. Overall, decent food for a quick stop, but I wouldn't necessarily seek it out read more

Frannie & The Fox - Bakery Basket - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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What a lovely treat. Quality service. Bartenders and servers who know how to welcome guests and make them feel special. Brunch with my two kids was lovely. More lovely was our blondie server (Clemson gal) who radiated positivity and gave 5 star service. The sweetest. My kids loved the pancakes and bacon. Amazing start to our trip! read more

Frannie & The Fox - Kids oj was gone within minutes! Yum! - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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This BLT sandwich was a wonderful choice for a quick meal before our reservation outing. They were able to get this dish ordered and presented extremely quickly to meet our needs. The BLT was a hearty sandwich and paired with the pasta side dish made for an enjoyable and flavorful lunch. read more

Frannie & The Fox - Italian Pimento BLT on Roman - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Perfect spot for a date night or to go out with friends this place is moody and charming to say the least. Service was pretty good and the food came out unbelievably quick. We ordered the rigatoni, pepperoni pizza, and the beef & pork meatballs. The pizza was definitely my favorite the crust was so lovely and it made amazing leftovers for the next day The rigatoni was very flavorful and a crowd pleaser The beef and pork meatballs were seasoned very nicely and the sauce became a part of every course pizza crust was dipped in it extra bread obviously had to take part of the sauce too Overall I don't think you could order anything bad at Frannie & The Fox Only thing is that you might have trouble finding this place it's located in a hotel lobby you have to walk up some steps towards the check in of the hotel and it'll be to the right read more

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We were staying at the Emeline, so we stopped in here for brunch (I saw on here that there aren't a lot of GF alternatives for dinner). Our service was incredible, and they were able to swap out my toast with GF bread, so I still had plenty of options. We had a nice time! read more

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Lunch with my family. Pizza is very good, Italian sandwich on ciabatta bread tasty, pleasant staff. Extensive menu. A little pricy. Extra charges on bill to help pay restaurant expenses, which I did not like, but let it go this time. Did not see this written on the menu before hand, not there. I would go back again though. Frank G read more

I tried the Silent Disco mocktail, Winter Panzanella salad, and the Taleggio pizza. All were delicious! Great portion sizes. Super chill and cool ambiance as well! read more

Frannie & The Fox - Silent Disco, Winter Panzanella, Taleggio - Italian Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Located inside Hotel Emeline, Frannie & the Fox was a perfect location for a girls dinner to celebrate during my friend's bachelorette party. We did make the reservation well in advance as this restaurant is very popular. We chose to have a coursed/set menu. The ambiance and moody vibe of the restaurant draws a fairly young crowd to the bar on the weekends, but the food and wine was excellent and we enjoyed our meal. The best bites of the night were the meatballs with ricotta topping and the fresh mozzarella plate with fresh giardinieria. Check out Frannie & the Fox the next time you're looking for a stylish, lively, and yummy night out! read more

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I stayed at this hotel previously but had never eaten at the restaurant. We finally made it for brunch on our last trip to Charleston, and I'm so glad that we did. First of all, what A CUTE PLACE! I absolutely love the decor and vibes here - everything is clean and sharp, and the colors are deep and classy. Seating is available indoors or out, weather dependent. We sat on the patio and it was beautiful weather. Our server was perfect, table touches were on point, didn't write a thing down but got our orders perfectly for a four top. We had drinks and entrees and everything was excellent. My campari spritz was amazing and my dad had a really good bloody mary. The food was excellent -- the traditional breakfast plate was HUGE and perfectly cooked. I loved the sausage and potatoes and man, that sourdough bread was *chefs kiss*. The eggs benny was phenomenal - picture doesn't do it justice! My husband was raving about it all day. 5 stars - can't wait to come back! read more

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I've eaten at Frannie & The Fox two times now and both were fine. Service is good and the ambiance at the restaurant is great. It was a bit chilly since the restaurant is kept open-aired and I got a couple of mosquito bites while sitting. Our server was nice and food came out at a reasonable time. We've ordered the meatballs, whipped bone marrow, charred octopus, blue crab fritters, caesar salad, taleggio pizza, and spaghettoni. - Meatballs were good, tender, but nothing too special. - We felt the octopus was charred too much and it had an unpleasant flavor. - Whipped bone marrow was actually a crowd favorite. Nice, crusty bread with a whipped savory butter and sweet/sour tomato onion jam. Delicious! - Blue crab fritters are always good - crunchy and paired with a yummy sauce. - Caesar salad was good, classic, with a hint of welcome spice. The croutons are delish! - The taleggio pizza is my friend's favorite. Crispy crust, savory cheese, and sweet and spicy honey. It hits all the right spots, but does get a little grainy when cooled. - The spaghettoni was a letdown for us. The noodles seemed to be just a bit under al dente and there was no outstanding flavor. It was a bit bland and we didn't end up finishing it. I definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time if you can since the lines can get long. Food is decent and vibes are great. Not our favorite restaurant, but we'd go again. read more

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When I was researching restaurants to visit for my upcoming Girl's Trip, Frannie and the Fox was one of the most frequently mentioned places. The decor of the restaurant gave high-end vibes but not "posh." So I didn't feel like I was eating outside of my tax bracket if you catch my drift. The service was wonderful and the waitress was kind enough to offer us a variety of recommendations. We ended up eating "family style" so we all ordered something different and then shared a bit of everything. We ordered the Beef and Pork Meatballs, the Whipped Bone Marrow, the Rigatoni, the Squid Ink Spaghetoni, and the Margarita Pizza (not pictured). I would say my favorite dish of the night was the Squid Ink Spaghetoni and I think it definitely deserves some more hype. If you're looking for a classy and intimate atmosphere, then this is the place for you! read more

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Our first meal in Charleston. Our group of 4 landed, checked into our hotels and quickly looked for something within walking distance. It's located in the Emeline Hotel and is an Italian wood fire eatery. The ambiance was really nice. I would describe it as Californian chic, open concept with large windows and natural sunlight but still cozy and intimate. My recollection is a bit blurry, but the Beef & Pork Meatballs with whipped ricotta was the consensus favorite dish. The pizza was also decent, but not as Neapolitan or airy as I would like. The sourdough bruschetta was okay, but I remember the bread being a little chewy and difficult to eat. Same with the chicken cutlet. I faintly remember it being a little tough and the broccoli rabe was too bitter for my liking. Overall the ambiance and the meatballs get 4 stars. The other dishes were a little lackluster, but it could have been an off day. read more