Kitchen was closed but the bar was awesome. Micah made good drinks. 10/10 Emma was cool!read more

The food was amazing. Bathrooms were nice. Restaurant was clean. Customer Service was on…read morepoint. Overall, really enjoyed coming here (for the first time) Only rated it a 4 because my neice didn't like the mac and cheese and they forgot my nephews meal initially

Bar Vaute is always a great experience. I visited last night where I ordered a French 75 and their…read morehappy meal (burger, fries and your choice of gin or vodka martini) during happy hour. As usual the cocktails were great and the food was delicious! I didn't realize they had happy hour specials so that was a great little treat. Jessica, the bar manager, waited on us and was very friendly and attentive. Please note this spot is underground so it can get dark. There was plenty of light between 5-8 but otherwise it's dark and moody. This is one of my favorite little bars and the prices are reasonable for the area.

Cool little bar underneath Brasserie La Banque. Has that speakeasy feel. Dark, cozy, kind of…read morehidden. Cocktail list is solid and there is a good variety. Probably would not come here on a nice sunny day, but if it is cold or raining out, it is a great spot to post up for a drink. Real comfy vibe.

I stopped by The Griffon on Tuesday night for a few drinks with my friend, and we had a great time…read more The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I just had a vodka soda, so I can't really speak to the rest of the drink menu, but it was made perfectly every time. My friend was drinking Crown and water, and he enjoyed his drinks as well. The thing that really stood out to me, though, was the atmosphere. I've been to bars that have dollar bills on the ceiling or scattered on a few walls, but I've never seen anything like The Griffon. The place is absolutely covered from floor to ceiling in dollar bills. It was such a unique sight and made for a really fun experience. I didn't try any of the food, so my review is based solely on the drinks, service, and atmosphere. If you're looking for a fun bar with a great vibe, I'd definitely recommend stopping in. I'll absolutely be back the next time I'm in Charleston.

Great dive bar. Service was terrible, servers were OK but…read moreattitudes were questionable. Food was great. Recommend the fish n chips.

I stopped by The Rooftop at The Vendue one night after being out, and I was starving. They were…read morejust about to close the kitchen, but the bartender was kind enough to squeeze in an order of chicken nuggets for me, and I'm so glad they did. I know it sounds funny to rave about chicken nuggets, but these were honestly some of the best I've ever had. They reminded me so much of McDonald's chicken nuggets in the best possible way. I stayed for a drink and ended up getting treated to an incredible thunder and lightning show over the city. It wasn't even raining, which made it even cooler to watch from the rooftop. Between the amazing views, the friendly bartender who saved me from going to bed hungry, and unexpectedly fantastic chicken nuggets, this ended up being one of my favorite stops in Charleston. I'll definitely be back for another drink...and another order of chicken nuggets.

This place has so much potential that it doesn't live up to. Starting off strong it's right beneath…read morea beautiful art gallery, which created an exciting aesthetic before going up to the rooftop. The roof top however gives off more of a college/dive bar vibe despite having a great view of the city. When we went on Monday only one bar, the downstairs one was open. Despite there being servers it didn't seem that anyone wanted to take tables so the solution was for guests to order drinks/food at the downstairs bar and bring it up to the deck themselves. While the bartender was nice, fast, and good at her job everyone else around her just didn't seem to care to provide service. The chips on the trio platter were beyond stale and since servers didn't care to serve the top deck tables were left unbussed and dirty. Not sure if this experience was a case of severe understaffing or just negligence on the management. I'd recommend going to literally any other rooftop bar for a more elevated experience where the staff actually wants to serve the guests.

One of the most creative and memorable cocktail bars I have ever been to. If you are in Charleston,…read moreplease don't miss this place. Don't let the name deter you if you are not a gin person because they have many options with different types of liquors. One tip: sit at the bar if you can, the set up is stunning especially for taking photos! The cocktail menu was moderately extensive with two full pages of complex and simple cocktails. Honestly, it was so difficult to choose what drink to get because I wanted to get everything on the menu. The bartenders were so attentive and talented - their implementation of each cocktail was even better than the menu descriptions. Not only were the drinks delicious but also beautifully presented. They have some bar bites as well as quite a few small and large plates, we got the pretzels which to my absolute surprise were so good! If I ever go back to Charleston, I will definitely be hitting this place up.

The Gin Joint absolutely lived up to the hype. The cocktails were outstanding, creative without…read morebeing pretentious, and every drink felt thoughtfully crafted. You can tell the bartenders know exactly what they're doing. The surprise star of the night, though, was the grilled cheese. Calling it a grilled cheese almost feels unfair because this thing was next-level. Perfectly crisp on the outside, rich and gooey on the inside, and paired with the cocktails so well that we were talking about it long after we left. Sometimes the simplest thing on a menu ends up stealing the show. The atmosphere strikes that perfect Charleston balance of classy, cozy, and effortlessly cool. Great service, great drinks, and one of the most memorable grilled cheese sandwiches I've ever had. If you're in Charleston and appreciate a serious cocktail program, The Gin Joint is a must-visit. Come for the drinks, stay because the grilled cheese will ruin lesser grilled cheeses for the rest of your life

A great find in the city with beautiful and tasty craft cocktails. The staff was great walking us…read morethrough the menu and giving recommendations of what we might like best. We stopped in for some drinks and snack before dinner and opted for the Middleton and the Ticket to paradise (made with vodka) and a cheese board the snack on. Everything was great, the Middleton tasted like Christmas to me (in a good way!) and the cheese board hit the spot. A great find and can't to try them again!

Cool, very intimate bar. Excellent creative cocktails with an outstanding bartender. Three of us…read moretried about 5 different drinks total and loved all of them. They are totally open to crafting something that appeals to you. I wanted to make more stops to try even more of their concoctions. Really enjoyed the Bourbon & Clyde with bourbon, egg white, and pistachio.

Food was great! Got our Oyster fix during the happy hour…read more Oyster shooters were straight Vodka. Haha. Service was good, but we were there at 4pm on a Friday, when there was hardly anyone there. Ambiance is nice and comfortable with good amount of space.

The definition of middle of the road, which is disappointing with all the food in CHS…read more The bar itself was nice, though slightly empty for a Sunday afternoon. The dark wood was inviting and the service was good, especially since the bartenders were also covering the dining area. The food itself is where I was let down. The fried oysters were fresh, but overcooked and the breading was slightly odd, almost like it was Italian. The fries were overcooked as well. The wedge salad was freshly made and a large portion for the price, but again not overwhelmingly remarkable. With so many options in the two block radius for seafood not sure I would venture back anytime soon.

You will actually be dining in a restored church-like environment here-- large dining room with…read morelots of seating, beautiful stain glass windows and a superbly large bar. The bar alone spans the length of the dining room. Make sure to order the coffee ~ the SC roaster is called Mozza ~ based In Spartanburg SC. They serve the beverage in a large mug so you will be good for a while -- just sit back, relax and savor. For larger groups there are several community tables. Church and Union is in a wonderful location as welll~ just across from the open air city market and steps from the waterfront. The Servers are friendly and efficient and aim to please. Note* ~ this restaurant does tack on a kitchen fee....so be prepared ~ in my case : $41.00 bill+ $1.80 KF.

We went to Church and Union for lunch after a morning horse and carriage tour. I was starved after…read morea small breakfast and was glad that this was right around the corner. The inside is beautiful. I'm glad we got sit on the side with the huge ceilings and enormous stained glass. Our bartender was fantastic and very friendly. We sat at the bar because we had no reservations. We both ordered the fried chicken sandwich - it was a brunch menu for the Labor Day holiday. I was so hungry I forgot to take a picture of the food, but it was good. The chicken was a boneless chicken thigh, the batter was good, and the home fries were even better. I also had a mimosa (because it was 5'o clock somewhere) and my partner had a latte which was tasty and came with a small pirouline cookie. Beautiful surroundings right across from the Market.

Previously I would have given this restaurant 5 stars and it was one of our favorite place to eat…read morein Charleston. The location is great, the staff is friendly, and the food was great. But last night we went back and we started with the Crab dip. The crab dip had so much spice that the spice overwhelmed the delicate flavor of the crab meet. The kettle chips would have been good but they to had too much spice. Then we ordered the Boom Boom Shrimp. The shrimp was over cooked and to salty. The waitress was kind enough to have the kitchen remake the dish. The second time it came out it was still over cooked, rubbery, and still to salty. We asked and found out that they had recently changed chefs. As a foodie when changing chefs it is a good idea to change the menu to keep people from noticing the change. It is possible this new chef would excel if the menu was designed to accentuate his or her style.

Excellent food. Killer cocktails. And an awesome staff that is always courteous, attentive, and…read morefun. If you're getting food, definitely try the blistered green beans, poutine, and the farmer's salad (which is like a Cobb salad/bowl, it's amazing) *but* my all-time fave is the fried chicken sandwich - it's honestly one of the best l've ever had in Charleston. Also, this place is huge so they were able to accommodate my friend's post-wedding party (about 20 people) at the last minute and we had a blast. Everywhere else we tried to go either didn't have the space for us or were closing so it totally made our night! We just made sure to call ahead to check and they were more than happy to have us - the bride was happy so you know it was good :) Bottom line, the Peacock is a local gem hidden in plain sight on East Bay and, as a local, it's become one of my top go-to's in Charleston. You can't beat the prices (seriously), ambience, quality, and awesome staff. They also have live music every week so they know how to keep it classy and lively at the same time. I highly recommend checking it out!

My husband and I came for our anniversary a week ago and when I tell you we are today, still…read morethinking and smiling about our experience..!!! We will probably remember this one for a while. First, we came a little early just to check out the scene and the managers/hosting staff were so kind and encouraging us to sit and relax at the bar before our table was ready. The bar had live music, the bartenders were fast and funny, and the drinks were Fantastic! We laughed and and had fun before the host came and Brigid to our table. Our waiter was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the menu, knew and acknowledged that we were celebrating our anniversary, and made sure to keep watch and check in throughout our time. The managers were all walking around and even gave us complimentary champagne and dessert to celebrate with us. So so fun and we were overjoyed! Outside of the service and ambiance, the food was top tier. My husband got the shrimp and grits (loved it) and I got one of their steak specials (kept me quiet as I dug in). We shared the okra, lobster Mac and cheese. So so so good. My pictures do not do anything justice because I definitely was more worried about digging in than taking pictures but we will definitely be back again and perhaps I'll get a better picture!

High Cotton gave us the kind of elevated dining experience that makes you sit up a little…read morestraighter and smile before the first sip hits the table. The service was excellent -- polished, warm, and confidently attentive without ever feeling overdone. They know how to make a night feel special. And let me just say: the wine selection was excellent. Thoughtful pours, great bottles, and spot‑on pairing guidance. It felt curated, not crowded. Our table went in on a mix of dishes, and every single one delivered: * Waldorf salad -- crisp, bright, and beautifully balanced * Cioppino -- rich, aromatic, and full of tender seafood * Elevated swordfish -- perfectly cooked with that refined, coastal flair * Mussels -- tender, fragrant, and deeply seasoned * Filet mignon -- melt‑in‑your‑mouth and plated like a little moment High Cotton blends Southern charm with fine‑dining finesse, and it shows in every detail. My group left happy, impressed, and already planning the next visit. Charleston has plenty of great restaurants -- but High Cotton knows how to make you feel like you chose the right one.