My family and I had the pleasure of dining at Taverna last night with my in-laws who were visiting from out of town, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. This marked our fifth visit to Taverna, and once again the restaurant exceeded our expectations in every way. Each dish we ordered was beautifully prepared, impressively fresh, and full of authentic, well-balanced flavors that truly highlight the quality of the ingredients and the care taken in the kitchen. Our server, Jack--whom we have had the pleasure of being served by on previous visits--was outstanding. He is consistently professional, attentive, and remarkably knowledgeable about the menu. His recommendations and attention to detail elevated the entire dining experience and made us feel genuinely welcomed and well cared for throughout the evening. Our in-laws were thoroughly impressed with both the cuisine and the exceptional level of service, and it was wonderful to share such a memorable meal with them. Taverna continues to set the standard for excellence, and we will most certainly continue to support and recommend this outstanding restaurant and its incredible staff. read more

The vibe and ambiance here is lovely. I really like the decor and general vibe of the restaurant. The kataifi shrimp were big and juicy and the batter on them was really fun. I liked the Chicken Milanese - it was a good portion sized and I enjoyed the mix of flavors. Our waitress was patient and attentive. Even though she was a little slammed with tables, she still made sure to check on us frequently. read more

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Our waiter Nick made our dinner very enjoyable. We have been blessed to have Nick wait on us a couple of times. He is very knowledgeable and good at conversation and guiding when asked. The food was great with everyone in our party. Mine especially was great which was the lamb special that night. My son in law got my other favorite which is the lamb porterhouse. He being Australian was very impressed with this selection. This was our 5th time since moving here in October. We did have a disappointment on our last time here. They were out of the Lamb porterhouse which I was very much looking forward to, ended up with the Eggplant and was not a fan. Our waiter that night was a disappointment versus Nick who is always at his best. Will be coming back again. read more

We had an amazing evening at Taverna Philosophia. The decor is very welcoming. It is simple and clean with hence of Mediterranean. Our server was attentive and was able to respond to all the questions that we had. He was patient as we remained undecided for a short while. Our food was brought out in superfast time and we did not have to wait long at all. Fantastic service. The food was delicious and fresh. The escargot was very different and served in a bouillon base. It was delicious. Everything we had ordered was at the correct temperature, ample in size, and just delicious. I will be back! read more

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We had a lovely dinner here at the bar on a Friday evening. I actually love that you can make a reservation for bar seating because that's usually where I want to dine and it guarantees a spot there! Service was good, the bartenders were friendly and attentive. For food, we got the tzatziki, lamb ravioli, and the branzino fish dinner split for two. Everything was delicious. As two frequent travellers to Greece, the food was very close to that of what you get fresh in the Greek islands. Delicious tzatziki. Wine selection was also lovely! We will be back! read more

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Had an awesome experience here. Very unique food options, even for a Greek restaurant. The bread before the meal had an amazing coating that made it soooo good. Got the NY Strip with sides of mushrooms and spinach. Cool ambiance. Love it! read more

Taverna Philosophia - NY Strip Steak - Mediterranean Near Me - Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

What a mind blowing good meal at an extremely fair price. My server was Rachel and she was fun and personable and made great recommendations! Started with the lamb ravioli and the shrimp, both were outstanding. Had the branzino, lamb, risotto, cauliflower, and the cheesy potatoes and I cannot say enough good things about it! Everything was expertly grilled and it was so nice to have a healthy Mediterranean meal that wasn't dripping fat like many restaurant meals. I WILL be back! Also, reservations are a good idea. This place got full quick even though I got here early! J.Ja read more

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Taverna.... One of our absolute favorite places to eat. They deserve a HUGE shout out for their delish menu, amazing staff and owners. Tonight we got to try a new item on the menu- Cassoulet Croquette. OMG. Amazing. We also tried another new item Karpathian Caprese salad. Big enough for 2 people. And the grilled octopus can be a 1/2 size as an app or whole for your meal. One of Justin's go to's! Entrees - Local Snapper and Grape Leaf wrapped Salmon!!! Yes please. Keep it up Dimitri and Justin!!!! #charlestonfoodandwine #tavernaphilosophia #charlestonfoodie read more

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We have enjoyed dining at Taverna Philosophia on two recent occasions and recommend this as a favorite of our Mt. Pleasant restaurant experienecs. We had reservations on a Saturday night, and the place was lively as almost all tables were filled with diners. I love the inside decor, the ceiling is filled with large water jugs, so look up and count. On this visit we sat at the bar and had a good night of service by Anthony. He made recommendations on wines and explained the cocktail specials. Then we enjoyed starters of roasted oysters, and Kataifi shrimp as our favorite. Our entrees were the lamb porterhouse and the lamb saddle special. Both were cooked perfectly and full of flavor but the lamb saddle was tender and served with a delicious noodle. We could not end the night with out dessert and the Greek torte and baklava made the end of our dinner perfectly sweet. Taverna Philosophia is a wonderful restaurant that offers modern Greek dishes in a relaxing, welcoming atmosphere. We look forward to returning with our friends soon. read more

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We like to try something new each year on our anniversary (49 in case you were wondering), and this came up in my wife's search. It looked enticing and has good reviews (of which this will be another). Bit of a surprise to find it in what is essentially a strip mall, but don't let that deter you. It's a large open, but welcoming, space. Decorated with LOTS of greek pots. Not the quietest, nor most private restaurant we've visited, but quite tolerable. We made friends with people at the next table during the meal. Our server was David, who guided us through their somewhat confusing looking menu. As it turns out, once you understand the way it is laid out, it's easy to navigate with a ton of great choices. We did not partake of the raw bar, though we will probably will on our next visit - and there will be a next visit. We had the calamari as an appetizer, and it was a nice surprise. The batter is close to being a Japanese tempura coating, which is light and allows the calamari to be the star of the dish. We've only had calamari with this kind of coating in one other restaurant and that was a high end cooking school. So very good start. My wife ordered the Lamb Porterhouse. This was a bit of a risk as the last time we had this cut was on a cruise and frankly it wasn't very good. This put pay to the notion that there is anything limiting with the cut. Bit of a mint flavor in the sauce, which is always welcome. I chose the half-octopus, which was really quite a large portion. It was lightly cooked and firm to the feel. Very nice dish, also with a delicate sauce. For sides we picked the Goat Cheese Potatoes and Roasted Mushrooms. The mushrooms had a balsamic sauce that made these a delight. The potatoes, of which there was a large quantity, were as good as the name suggests. Goat cheese is, in general, a lighter cheese and it was well chosen for this plate. There's a theme here, and it's not one I expected to be using for Greek dishes, and that is "delicate." In all cases, the sauces and coatings were pleasantly well balanced. Kudo's to the chef(s). We were offered complimentary baklava for desert in honor of lengthy marriage, and it was excellent. The layers were well delineated and there was just enough honey to sweeten things appropriately. In light of the distance from our home, we chose not to engage with a bottle of wine but elected a nice sparkling rose by the glass. The wine list appears like a place to spend some serious time, but that will have to wait until we can go with a larger group. Truly worthwhile dinner destination. read more

Awful special- 4 shrimp and 7 oz. Filet including the nothing greens. The Filet was burnt on the outside raw on inside. On top of that the Fillet was extremely tough and full of fully of grizzle and fat!!! For $50- never again read more

Very average...nothing exciting or special to brag about....looking for more traditional Greek dishes!

My friend and I decided to try this place, on the spur of the moment. Fortunately, we were able to walk right in on a Tuesday evening. We sat in the dining room and it was lovely. They also have bar and patio seating. We could not have asked for a more fun, pleasant experience. Everyone was friendly and welcoming. The ambiance was great- not too noisy and everyone was having fun. The food was fantastic. Our server, Dante, who was excellent, made a terrific suggestion, after I asked what he recommended. The grape leaf wrapped salmon was out-of-this-world! So delicious and light. My friend enjoyed the lamb ravioli with some Pinot Grigio, but she wished she had ordered my salmon too. Everything on the menu looked divine. We enjoyed eating and chatting. This place is exceptional! Will definitely be returning! read more

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This is absolutely a new favorite of mine. I truly didn't think Greek food like this existed in the south. Dmitri and his team were truly excellent hosts , super inviting and offering advice on what to order to have the best experience. I loved the Greek wines, the atmosphere was incredible and unexpected, and bar is expansive and elegant. The appetizers, entrees, and desserts blew us the way. It was very cool to see the fresh fish guests can hand select. Even the bathroom was stunning. I can't wait to go back and try the rest of the menu! read more

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The food and service were great. Dimitri greeted us and treated us like family, he made sure we had a true Greek experience. My first time here, visiting from Texas. We will definitely be back. Thank you Dimitri!! read more

Looking for something different, the wife and I thought Taverna's menu had unique dishes that fit the bill. The restaurant is open, with high ceilings, a nice looking bar, and beautiful old brick wall accent splitting two rooms. The seating is comfortable, and we got the best seat in the house up front in the corner. Kyle our server was super friendly and helpful. When the wife asked for a dry white wine, Kyle brought over the Sommelier to offer advice. She provided an excellent choice. When I requested a glass of Cabernet, I was told they had a special on a Prisoner Cabernet that although a little pricy, knocked my socks off. I had a few reservations ordering the Calamari and Octopus cocktail from the raw bar, but as I originally stated we were looking for something different and this totally answered the bell. The Calamari and Octopus is cooked, then chilled while marinating in a pepper, Caper, Fennel, and Ladolemono dressing. This dish was the star of the night, and I would order a thousand times over. A little heat from the pepper, but so cool and refreshing from the citrusy lemon coating. The meat had the texture of a steak, a nice bite but not chewy. The wife ordered the Escort Buerre Roug, in a Tomato, Capers broth served with Pita bread. Another delicious unique dish you won't find anywhere else in Charleston. We both thought the escort got a little lost, but with enough Pita bread you could have made a meal on the amazingly rich, caper forward broth, all by itself. I could not make up my mind between the Lamb Porterhouse with Mint Gremolata, and the rack of lamb. Troy recommended the Porterhouse as his favorite, and it did not disappoint. The dish was served with a lovely Romain Salad with Goat cheese, lemon juice and extra virgin Greek olive Oil. The wife ordered the Whole Branzino and requested that the fish be filet. While taking away from the presentation, it makes it so much easier to eat. The meat on the fish was cooked perfectly and was very good, however the skin was overly charred and was avoided. We ended the meal by splitting an incredible and large serving of baklava. Travena is a must night out for anyone in the Charleston area. read more

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I had a great experience here. The food was fantastic! I really enjoyed the escargot but the salmon wrapped in grape leaves was a winner! I've never had a dish like this before and I can't stop thinking about it! Service was great too and they made my friends birthday very special read more

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On the thoughtful recommendations of Mr. and Mrs. Sheffield, we showed up, with no reservations and the two of us were quickly seated in this charming restaurant. Soon, our server Patrick began helping us out, with his wit and thoughts. We selected (on our own) a $13 glass of Open Chardonnay, which was well chilled and smooth. When it came time to order I chose the grilled Branzino fish which was featured in a number of Yelp reviews. My "bad" but I did not ask Patrick if it was a filet as was shown in the reviews and photographs but a whole fish including the head which is what I received. Of course that required me to pick out the bones from the fish which somehow ended up in my mouth as I attempted to filet the fish on my plate. Despite my error, I thoroughly enjoyed the smokey grilled, tender taste of the fish ($37) which is a variety with a clean taste unlike some which have that seeming "fishy" aftertaste. All in all, a really good meal, and matching service by Patrick. A place to put on your list of Mt. Pleasant eateries to visit. read more

Taverna Philosophia - Menu - Mediterranean Near Me - Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

Our visit was wonderful from the minute we arrived. The hostess, Clementine, noted that we were celebrating our anniversary and seated us at a reserved table. Not a minute later, Mimi, one of the managers, came to our table with two glasses of Prosecco ... definitely, a nice touch and set the tone for a great experience. The interior is bright and inviting. Tables are nicely spaced. There's a large, bustling bar in the front right side of the dining which does not interfere with diners. Avery, our server was knowledgeable, friendly, answered questions and made suggestions. Quick to arrive was the bread service and oil for dipping. Surprisingly, it was underwhelming ... neither crusty, nor chewy ... but, that was OK as neither of us wanted to fill up on the bread. The menu is designed to satisfy many dining preferences starting with a Raw Bar, appetizers which could be shared, Greek onion soup and three salads. Entrees are offered two ways - Giorti (Feast) and Dinner. The former includes meat and fish options served with a simple salad. The Dinner includes dishes that are complete with a vegetable and/ or a starch. There's also ala carte sides which all look appealing. We started with the Kataifi Shrimp. The order was huge ... 4 very large shrimp, loving wrapped in a thin, flaky phyllo dough and fried, just enough to make them crunchy. Harissa Aioli was drizzled all over. While it first looked overwhelming, it was actually a perfect amount. Joe also ordered the Greek Onion Soup. Served in a beautiful soup bowl, the ample portion consisted of a delicious broth, caramelized onions, an olive oil brioche, gooey Kefalograviera cheese and a surprise touch of rosemary pesto. Delish! My whole roasted Branzino (filleted at my request) was fabulous ...seasoned to perfection, moist and tender. The two ample filets were served over a salad composed of chopped romaine, feta, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. Joe's Tagliatelle Avgolemono was somewhat heavy with the addition of Kesseri cheese ... but, the combination of housemade pasta, bacon, mussels, clams, shrimp and the cheese worked. Though we usually skip dessert, we couldn't pass on the Baklava ... and it did not disappoint. Doused in pistachio honey is was dreamy and worth every calorie. The manager and Avery each stopped by our table several times to top off our waters and check to see if we needed anything. We loved Taverna and wish them much success. We'll be back real soon! read more

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Always a delight! Food, service, atmosphere are on point! Always! A special thanks to Dominique at this visit, she's awesome!

Really great restaurant with a lot of unique options. The greek onion soup was phenomenal. All the seafood was fresh and flavorful. We received complimentary champagne for our anniversary and over all it is a very cute restaurant with great service. My only complaint is the seating is very close together almost on top of each other and the tables are uneven. We had a hard time not knocking things on the table over, especially when cutting our meats etc. read more

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Our dinner was fabulous, but our waiter was excellent!! Nic was a great server and because of his professionalism and attitude, our dinner with our friends was excellent. He didn't hurry us at all. We are from Atlanta and was here visiting one of our daughters and he made it a very enjoyable evening ! Thank you and we will see you again. Sheila Baly read more

Great service, food and ambiance! The seafood and meat dishes were delicious Would love to return when visiting again!!!! read more

Taverna Philosophia - Mediterranean Near Me - Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

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We were visiting the Maritime Museum in Patriot Point Mt Pleasent and were interested in a good restaurant nearby. I checked the photos and reviews and decided this is the place to go and it was exactly as a read and saw on the photos. Nick, the server were excellent. Everything we tried was 5 stars(grilled Branzino, ribeye and the appetizers as well). Our best meal in our stay in Charleston. 110% recommended!!! read more

Goodness gracious what an experience. From the moment we walked in the door to the moment we left our party of 8 was impressed. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and it is upscale but comfortable. Our waiter, Nick, was ready for us when we got to the table. He was so patient and gave us an excellent rundown of the menu and culinary treats available. All of his recommendations were spot-on. We enjoyed multiple appetizers and each one was better than the next. The brisket is so tender you could cut it with a fork. The short rib was a crowd-pleaser. My branzino was delicate and smoky, and the sauce was delicious. We were so full but so happy after we devoured everything. I have never had Greek like this and Traverna has set the bar. read more

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Another wonderful evening at Taverna. The service was first class. The entire staff was friendly and professional especially Dominique, our server. The food was excellent with the lamb ravioli a standout. We love the dining room setting. Warm and inviting and not so noisy. Thanks for a lovely dinner. read more

It is one of the best new restaurants in the greater Charleston area, and thankfully, it has landed in Mount P, where fresh talent is warmly welcome! I arrived early to meet a friend and, while waiting for her, just sat at the bar, vibing. This place is straight-up sexy. And it is NOT downtown where the crush of tourists and parking means having to make a detailed advance plan to have dinner. Don't get caught - make a reservation. Even the bar is reservable, and it was already halfway to being filled at 5 pm when I walked in. For $10 I received a very healthy pour of the Banfi Pinot Grigio. Pretty middle-of-the-road in terms of a Pinot, but it really ended up being an amazing compliment to three of the five dishes we ordered. So, yeah. My mind has been changed! As far as the food, I began with Greek Onion Soup which was amazing - like SERIOUSLY amazing. The big difference here aside, from being topped with melted Kefalograviera instead of Gruyere, was the addition of a vibrant rosemary pesto both in the onion brodo and on top of the melt. I could have made a meal out of this soup, the wine, and the generous serving of complimentary bread they brought to our table. Of course, when a place is new, you have to splurge and do a food grab to know what's good, so we did. My friend dined on the Kataifi Shrimp, Creamed Horta, and the Soutzoukakia Meatballs. All were side/appetizer portions, but you'd never believe it by what emerged from the kitchen. The portions are extremely generous and certainly enough for two people to share. I dined on the Petit Filet, which is 4 ounces of pure luxury, and after the soup and bread AND a complimentary bowl of their Octopus Cassoulet, it was almost too much to finish. It arrived with a portion of fully dressed salad, and I added a side of Greek Frites with Truffle Yogurt Aioli and Feta just because. As if I wasn't impressed enough, the manager brought a bottle of mastiha to our table with a pair of shot glasses just as I was about to ask for our check. If you are unfamiliar with, but ever offered, don't say no! It's a liqueur seasoned with mastic, a resin with a slightly pine or cedar-like flavor gathered from the mastic tree, a small evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. It's a digestive, and it's gorgeous. I recommend this hot spot for several reasons, their food and hospitality aside. It's JAMMING. It is definitely a place to be seen, and I love how busy it is around you without being intrusive, loud, or rushed. We stayed for over two hours, and we were not pushed in any way to give up our table. Our waitress was incredibly attentive, without approaching us for every little thing. My bill with wine? This epic experience was just under $100, and I'd do it again this minute. I recommend. read more

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I walked in about 4:30 pm and they were still setting up but everyone was gracious and friendly, not rushed. I sat at the bar and ordered some happy hour oysters and then the filet for my entree. The oysters are $1.50/ea during happy hour so great value! The filet was honestly a bit thin imho, but the flavor was tremendous with a salsa verde like sauce on top. The salad was full of flavor and not insanely huge. If I lived here, this would be a go-to spot for me. Next up: grilled octopus read more

Taverna Philosophia - Oysters - Mediterranean Near Me - Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

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Nick B was an outstanding server who made fantastic recommendations. We had Grape Leaf Wrapped Salmon and Tagliatelle Avgolemono which were delicious especially with the great wine selection from Nick. read more

Absolutely fantastic meal. Great service, lovely ambiance . We had the Salmon Wellington which was over the top! Every item in the menu sounds incredible! We will be back!! read more

We love this restaurant! The pork chop, leg of lamb and especially the octopus are SUPERB!! We love eating at the bar or in the restaurant. Service is superb and we see friends each time we are there. This is an EXCELLENT addition for drinks and dining in Mt Pleasant/ so close to the bridge that downtowners can partake. However, we would like to save it for Mt Pleasanters. read more

Food service and atmosphere was awesome. Would definitely come back multiple times. Best Greek food, I have had in a long time.

Best Greek restaurant outside of Greece ask for recommendations on wine and food you can't go wrong! Dominique was so amazing I will go out of the way for this Taverna! read more

Everything was superb! The flavors the presentation! Nick was an awesome server very knowledgeable! Ask him about the menu and he will in detail Explain every dish! read more

Phenomenal food and the service by Jack was Outstanding! Took our family of 7 for a graduation dinner here, and we were very impressed by the menu and wine selection! Thank You Jack! We will be back again! read more

Taverna Philosophia - Bone In Ribeye - Mediterranean Near Me - Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

I was alone so ate at the bar. The food and the atmosphere was a mix of laid back and fine dining mixed together. The food was great and the atmosphere was welcoming. The service was very friendly and answered all my questions. Very clean. read more

This was our first visit to Taverna and it did not disappoint. Featuring authentic Greek cuisine it brought back some memories of our honeymoon in Santorini. We started with the lobster cocktail, absolutely phenomenal, and two house speciality vodka cocktails. I ordered the whole branzino and my wife had the whole flounder, both were so good, well seasoned and crispy. On the side we had crispy Brussel sprouts and goat cheese potatoes. Overall great service, nice atmosphere and exceptional food. I wish the drinks were less sweet but that's a small one off. read more

Taverna Philosophia - Whole flounder - Mediterranean Near Me - Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

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Nick gave attentive service; great ambience and food, refunded my drink. Very kind!!!

Excellent meal! Highly recommend the Branzino and the crispy cauliflower. Our server Dominique was superb! You won't be disappointed!

The atmosphere was welcoming and relaxed. The food was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend .