I would 10/10 recommend Basic Kitchen to anyone visiting Charleston! Perfect for brunch or lunch…read moreafter walking on King Street. It's a sit down brunch spot with a warm atmosphere. I'd make a reservation. Staff was very respectful of food allergies. Good vegan options. Very inclusive menu. I highly recommend the sweet potato fries. My boyfriend and I still talk about how good they are!

Was visiting and went here based on a recommendation. Great service and super cute place. Loved the…read morebuffalo cauliflower - nicely fried and almost fluffy. I had the coconut chicken bowl - beware because it is SPICY. Great flavors, good portions, and spicy. Did not really like the tomato salad. Tomatoes were not firm and it was watery overall. Still, I'd recommend it overall! Btw: if you have mobility issues, you'll want to dine inside as there are stairs required to the patio. We didn't know that and there is no hand rail either.

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!

A huge shout-out to The Peacock for once again taking such wonderful care of our friend and us on…read moreher 50th Birthday! The staff went above and beyond, and the entire evening went off without a hitch. The bartenders were fantastic -- attentive, friendly, and made sure everyone's glasses were never empty (water included!). We also ordered one of our favorite dishes, the Farmer's Salad with Chicken, and it was absolutely delicious -- so good, in fact, that we dove right in and forgot to take a photo first! The food at the surrounding tables looked equally incredible; I'd especially recommend the cheese plate and the tuna. As a bonus, there's a nightclub on the second floor that gets lively on weekends, so the fun doesn't have to stop after dinner. If you haven't been to The Peacock yet, do yourself a favor and stop by -- great food, great drinks, and a wonderful atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

Breakfast/Brunch on the patio is always a treat. Kind and attentive staff, sunshine, prosecco and…read moregood vibes abound. If you want to increase your chances of a great day start it at Frannie & The Fox.

Tried it again after a very poor experience that was preceded by excellent dinners. I will start…read morewith 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 bottles 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!

We walked into SNOB for a casual lunch, and it turned into one of those unexpectedly elevated…read moreCharleston moments that remind you this city does hospitality better than most. The service was fantastic -- warm, attentive, and confidently polished, even for a walk‑in midday meal. The food came out with that refined Lowcountry touch SNOB is known for. The star of the table was the chicken liver -- cooked to absolute perfection. Silky, rich, and beautifully seasoned, it had that "pause mid‑bite" quality because it was that good. No pâté, no frills -- just expertly prepared chicken liver that showed real skill in the kitchen. Everything about lunch felt elevated yet relaxed, the kind of meal that makes you say, "Okay, SNOB... I see you." It's absolutely worth stopping in, whether you plan ahead or wander in like we did.

SNOB was the first restaurant we ate at after arriving in Charleston, and it came highly…read morerecommended by our friends who live in the area. Since it's owned by the same Hall family behind Hall's Chophouse, we were excited to give it a try. We had reservations but asked if we could sit at the bar instead, which ended up being a great choice. Our bartender was incredibly sweet and helpful when it came to choosing what to order and made us feel welcome from the start. There was also live music that night, which my husband was especially excited about since they were playing 80s covers. The menu focuses on Lowcountry cuisine, and everything we ordered was delicious. We started with the clams and then shared the pork chop and BBQ tuna. Every dish was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The cocktails were smooth, well made, and paired perfectly with the meal. To make the evening even more special, our bartender brought us two glasses of bubbles to celebrate my birthday, which was such a thoughtful gesture. Great food, great drinks, live music, and genuinely excellent service. It was the perfect way to kick off our Charleston trip. Also I forgot to mention that the shrimp and grits here are supposed to be the best in town!

Arriving Hungry in Charleston, we decided to eat at the Iron Rose. That afternoon we had the…read morepleasure of meeting our server, Melanie. She was friendly & very knowledgeable answering our questions about the menu & giving us very good suggestions. Our food was order & arrived at our table hot in temperature & appealing to the eye. We were so impress & enjoyed our meal so much we returned two more times. If you are in the area, may I suggest you try it & make sure you ask for the server Melanie, she'll make you feel like Royalty!

Complete perfection in a meal, where everything from drinks to appetizer, entree, and dessert is…read morerare, but last night at the Iron Rose they came really close. To start Abigail, our waitress, was attentive, helpful, super sweet and just about the best waitress I have ever had. My wife and I ordered a round of cocktails, expecting the usual great description with subsequent lack luster drinks. Last night was different, midnight bloom which is their take on an old fashioned, but really in a different league; Smooth complex, and satisfying. My wife got the Ruby Ruby which is sort of a pomegranate martini with champagne. Refreshing and vibrant. For appetizers we had the blue crab fritters and the pork belly. The fritters were crispy, light, and full of crab flavor. Virtually no filler. I could have eaten a hundred. The pork belly was crispy, and rich without being too heavy. They also serve it in a white sauce that I was still thinking about the next day. For entrees we got the Roasted grouper and the pork shank. The grouper was maybe a bit overcooked and dry, but the accompanying butter beans stole the show. The were rich, and layered with flavor. I will never see the simple butter bean in the same way ever again. The pork was fall off the bone tender without being dry. The sauce it was served in was a masterpiece. There were hints of apple, berry, cinnamon, and many other notes, I would drink it by the glass if it was available. We split the gelato for dessert. Pure delight. Smooth, bursting with flavor, and leaving you wanting for more. All in all, except for a small misstep with the cook on the grouper a near perfect dinner. I would go there soon because a Michelin star can not be far off, and then getting a table will be a near impossibility.

Awesome food and great service! The guy that made food was very good at his job you can tell they…read moreput a lot of passion in what they do. Highly recommend!

TOO good. genuinely this poke bowl was so good and hit the spot. i did the build your own and got…read moretuna, white rice, fresh cucumber, pickled red onion, spicy mayo, lemon miso aioli, sesame seeds, and scallions. it was only $15. the place its so cute and the service was great. definitely coming back here soon

1/10 (Service) - 10 1/10 (Food) - 6, based on two meals I…read morehad 1/10 (Ambiance) Down- Home Breakfast - very basic, If one is used to flavored food, this dish wasn't it especially not for the price! Farmhouse Burrata - Now this was flavorful and more on the sweet side because of the pickled peaches, Although I did switch out the Arugula for the Spring Mix which personally if you don't like Arugula than the switch is definitely necessary! Overall, I definitely be open to coming back to try different dishes to give a proper food review.

Lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. It started going downhill with the biscuits. Not fresh ,…read moretasted microwaved. Appetizer we ordered was fried green tomatoes, not made to order, barely hot and also microwave. Salad was the best parts. Very good! Shrimp and grits were disappointing. I would have been happier with 4-5 big shrimp instead of ten minis! My husband chicken and dumplings he said was terrible! When you spend &175 , you expect a great experience

absolutely loved this restaurant. The atmosphere alone makes it worth visiting -- it's an old…read morechurch transformed into a modern space with such a unique vibe, especially with The Art of War inscribed across the ceiling. We started with the Moroccan meatballs, which were so good I forgot to even take a picture before digging in. I ordered the lamb burger with fries, and everything was cooked perfectly -- the burger was flavorful and juicy, and the fries were amazing too. My friend got the fried chicken and said it was the best he's ever had. I tried some myself, and the seasoning was incredible. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for great food and a really cool atmosphere!

I was surprised when our family reunion group headed end, sufficient space was provided, the food…read morewait wasn't long, we would go back we came from ND, NJ, NY, NC and SC. The food was tasty, well all ate differently, the service again was good. We will return when we are in the area