Great food but Sarah our server made the evening. She is attentive but not pushy, she knows the menu and her recommendations are spot on . Thank you Sara. read more

Root - Bar - American Near Me - Georgetown, South Carolina

The food was all very tasty and bursting with flavor. The brussel sprouts had a nice balance of crispy complimented by the sauce. The shrimp and grits was very savory. My recommendations would be to make the shrimp n grits larger with more of everything but definitely more grits. The atmosphere is pleasant. The staff is friendly, however speed of service is slow. read more

Root - Crispy Brussel Sprouts appetizer - American Near Me - Georgetown, South Carolina

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Great food! Large portions! We were there for lunch amd should have shared a sandwich. Ambiance was wonderful also. Charming amd also on the water. read more

Enjoyed a great meal back in 2022 but when waiting for a table to be seated in February of 2023 and again in late March 2023 we walked out after being ignored waiting to be seated. The hostess was pleasant but after taking our name we waited in front of her waitress desk for 18 minutes before walking out in February and again we waited without being asked if we wanted to wait at the bar, and left after being ignored for 26 minutes. We were checking our phones and paced back and forth and were never seated for dinner. They are either disorganized, or ill-trained or ignorant. Won't go there ever again. read more

Okay, maybe they were overwhelmed by the Memorial Day weekend, but the service was off and the food so-so. We ordered two appetizers: wings & bacon scallops. We asked for beer/wine menu - it was to no avail. The wings were great, the scallops undercooked. We send back once we found our waitress. The staff we playing hide and seek all night :). They did remake and brought back, the pickled peppers as sauce just didn't go well. But they were cooked !! So that's a win. read more

Today was our 4th visit to Root and the food and service were phenomenal as usual! Our server was amazing in describing all the food and helped us make great choices. My husband also had two desserts - a Reese's cheesecake and a raspberry cake (which I failed to take pics of) but he raved about them! The owner also came out and spoke to us which was very nice! This is our favorite spot in Georgetown! Make sure to visit you will not be disappointed! read more

Root - Bolognese special! - American Near Me - Georgetown, South Carolina

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Great waterfront dining in Georgetown. The staff are attentive and friendly, the food is great, and the atmosphere can't be beat. Give them a try next time you're in Georgetown. read more

Excellent food and service. When there's no salt and pepper on the table you know the chef is confident they have put forth the best food possible. Nice bar. Lunch was great and very tasty and we even got a fabulous dessert for a birthday. read more

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Great wait staff. Food was excellent. Took a little longer for the food because they were busy. so I ordered another beer. Didn't want fast food anyway. Worth it. read more

We stopped Saturday night and got a seat at the bar. We knew we wanted small plates, so ordered French Onion Soup and the crab cake. They were the best I've ever had...anywhere! Period. read more

We had lunch today at Root! I had the Meatballs & Grits and my Wife had the Grilled Chicken BLT. Everything was very good! Great location, staff and Drinks ! We will be back !! read more

Spectacular restaurant! Great to be a local in Georgetown SC and have Root! Great staff!

Delightful experience here for lunch! The decor was really great, loved the ambiance. We sat in the back room with 2 other tables. The person who sat us wound up being our server as it seems who was supposed to be our server left early. Despite this guy juggling the whole room plus the from bar area, he did a fantastic job checking on us and making sure we were doing well! The food itself was very tasty--BEST brussels I have ever had! And we try them pretty frequently at new restaurants. The only thing that would have made this place better would be more menu options! They are pretty limited, but the few things we had--including the meatballs and grits--were delicious! read more

Customer service was amazing not a long wait. The food was not seasoned well nor did it have flavor. should've tasted better for the price.

Ate here and the food was amazing! From the drinks, service, and atmosphere. Meatball Grits were delicious. Catch of the seafood was wonderful. Owner greeted us and made sure things were going good. They were very good in appliance to Covid rules. Employees wore masks and they kept each table very far apart. Would definitely recommend. Right along the board way for an after dinner stroll. read more

Eclectic neighborhood spot with nice ambiance & good food! The mussels & frites were fresh and seasoned with a delicious garlic cream sauce. We enjoyed the Caesar salad with homemade crispy croutons. The wines are reasonably priced and offered from a nice variety of domestic & international vineyards. We spent the evening chatting with friendly locals and savoring our experience. Be sure to visit for lunch or dinner when in scenic Georgetown ! read more

The food at Root is outstanding as is the great service.Their wines are exquisite and it is a very inviting atmosphere! Kudos ! read more

Decorated lovely with a modern feel. Service and Appetizers were amazing. The bouillabaisse had great flavor but ultra small. 6 muscles, 4 shrimp and the tiniest piece of fish ever with no crustini or bread and $34. Hope the step up this portion or put in the appetizer or lunch menu for half the price because it was tiny. read more

The grilled romaine salad was AMAZING! We have been craving it ever since we had it. The Brussels sprouts are also a must - Cooked to perfection. The grilled peach crostini was good - would have been better with a bit riper peach. The meatballs over grits were just ok. Cocktails were really great. Everything a bit pricey but that is the world we live in now. Service was good but we were also the only people there (3;30 in the afternoon). We felt like we were in a food wasteland on our vacation until we found Root. Definitely a highlight of the trip. read more

It was our first and last time here. I don't usually leave bad reviews, but unfortunately I have to say that all we ordered, Chicken Mac n' cheese, Autumn Scallops, and Chicken wings were so average, and underwhelming that it was as if I was forced to say something. However the place is very nice, but if you are looking to have your palate amazed this is not the place to go. read more

Great find and must go! Ask for outside on the porch or depending on how hot, the sunroom.

My family and I wanted to try this place out. The hostess was rude when we entered, she didn't say hello, or welcome, just a smug, "Do you have a reservation." The food was decent, but nothing that merits the smug atmosphere. Everything had way too much salt. I had the duck. It was cooked perfectly, and I appreciate the fresh herbs, but the salty teriyaki sauce made it hard to enjoy the fresh flavors. My father in law had the snapper, it was dry and overcooked and the tomato bisque was salty. The water also tastes like it comes through a garden hose. We could get past a little extra salt, but not rudeness. First impressions, and how you are treated is important in this type of business. We are local, but travel all over. I guess we just hoped for better service. read more

We've only eaten here once, but boy oh boy! Delicious food and the service is outstanding. We were a party of seven, all from the Myrtle Beach/Pawleys Island area. We have many great restaurants to choose from, and we can definitely add Root to our list of favorites. read more

We went to Root last night to try it out. The restaurant was fairly empty when we walked in. After a few minutes a what appeared to be a front of house manager and a hostess showed up acting like they didn't want to deal with us. Upon getting seated we waited approximately 10min without drink orders or any other service. There were two waitresses that walked past us several times during this time. After the long wait without being acknowledged we decided to leave. We walked over to Graham's Landing, which is on the same block, and treated with excellent service. We are disappointed as we like to support local businesses. This is one less place we will go to in Georgetown and will opt for the drive to MtP/Charleston or Pawleys/MB instead. read more

I swung through Georgetown and decided to stop here for dinner, rather than wait til my destination in Charleston. The restaurant was almost empty, as it was just 5 pm. I was seated overlooking the river (unfortunately there's a parking lot just in front of it). I ordered shrimp and grits. The waitress brought amazing, warm crusty bread and dipping oil with fresh garlic. I could have quit right there. Mmmmmmm. She then brought the side Caesar salad that came with it, which had homemade toasted croutons, also yummy. AND, I could actually get anchovies!!! So many restaurants serve "Caesar " salad and there's no anchovies---that's just wrong! But I digress. The shrimp was fresh and very local, the grits were nice and creamy. The citrus-y sauce was good but got a little overpowering after a while. I would suggest ordering it light on the sauce. Service was friendly, a touch more than I wanted (sometimes people say things that make you go TMI!!!), but overall, definitely worth a return visit. read more

Fantastic meal and service. Creative cuisine with great presentation.Rick was very attentive and was very knowledgeable of the menu. Everyone was friendly and courteous. Jimmy the owner was gracious and wanted to make sure we had an exceptional experience. This is a great read more

Had a wonderful experience this Friday evening. Staff could not have been more accommodating when we had to change our reservation time at last minute. Our server, Christie G, was amazing. From the beginning to the end, she was delightful, professional, attentive, and helpful. The food was delicious and we were even served by the owner. Highly recommend Root to anyone looking for a truly enjoyable evening. read more

Hands down the BEST dinner we had this trip! My vegetarian meal was excellent and my husband loved his gnocchi bolognese!

The food is great but the last two times I have tried to eat the food, I have sat and waited 10 minutes to not even getting looked at by staff and having to walk out. I wish the staff matched the caliber of the food. Good food doesn't matter if you can never be served it. read more

What a disappointment. Third visit was not a charm and when we take out of town guests and tout the restaurant's great food, boy did we get egg on our face. How can you be out of "the catch of the day" plus several "appetizers" on a limited menu? Waitress was pleasant and effective. Kitchen was clearly a disaster. Waited over and 1 1/2 hour for meals, in a relatively empty restaurant. Soup lacked flavor. Description of offerings on menu was poor. Beware the Root Platter is all fried food! Meals arrived cold. Noy what one would expect for a $$-$$$ per plate. Super disappointed because if they don't turn it around, a lovely restaurant will end up closing its doors. read more

Root has very good unique food. We have had good and bad experiences with the service. The bartender is very temperamental. The prices seem more reasonable now, but I wouldn't recommend sitting at the bar when the bartender is having a bad night. read more

The best so far. Mac and cheese was fantastic, the lobster roll was incredible and the meatballs with palanta was so great. Wait staff was amazing a must go to when in Georgetown. read more

Absolutely delicious, every single time. I highly recommend it, the food is top shelf and the cocktails are creative and well crafted.

Service and food were excellent. The restaurant was cute, open and welcoming There was a slight delay when we arrived and the manager suggested walking around the cute waterfront which we did and enjoyed. When we returned our table was ready. We shared the crispy Brussel sprouts, I had meatballs and grits, my wife had grilled chicken salad. It was all delicious. Yes I'd return. read more

Local fare harbor-front restaurant with OUTSTANDING food. We stopped for lunch on our way from Myrtle Beach to Charleston and wish we lived closer...Texas is too far for us to be regulars, but believe me we would be! Our table enjoyed the steak sandwich, meatballs, brussel sprouts, and french fries. Gluten-free friendly and even friendlier staff- thanks, Chris for the wonderful service! read more

Totally amazing. Three entrees for our little group, all terrific: Mac & cheese with chicken & bacon; shrimp & grits; chopped chicken salad. Even the iced tea was memorable. Decor is great and music was kept to a nice volume to allow for conversation. Service was very attentive and cheerful. read more

5th visit. Amazing food and service as always! The mussels are on point. The Brussels are on point. The steaks are perfect. I particularly enjoy the French onion soup appetizer as a full lunch portion(it's loaded with steak!). read more

The best crispy Brussel sprouts ever! All the food was excellent, the service was wonderful and the atmosphere was inviting, bright, open and comfortable. It's been a week since I ate there, but the experience was memorable and I recall that everything my husband and I ordered was delicious. We'll be back! read more

We drove up from Charleston to have date night here and had an awesome time! Our server Kyle was fantastic, really knowledgeable about everything from the food menu to the wine menu. I had the mussels and the filet, boyfriend had the firecracker shrimp and chicken schnitzel. Everything was so good, the mussel broth was to DIE for. We also had the White Linen which was a really nice drink and I don't even like gin. The space is really nice, bar is huge, everything is new but has a rustic feel. Amazing wine list. Well worth the drive! read more

This place is amazing!! I was traveling alone so sat up at the bar. The bartender was really nice and professional and was really helpful in guiding me to some great choices. Their menu changes a lot based on the season and can change up to every couple of weeks, and you can tell how much thought goes into each dish. I had the blackened diver scallops with bacon risotto and arugula- I keep thinking about the whole meal! Definitely check this place out if you're in Georgetown and are looking for something on the nicer end of dining. read more