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    The Lick

    4.6 (66 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Brussels
    Jalkah F.

    A smaller establishment but that means a cozier, more tight knit vibe which is great for a few friends or a couple on a date night to enjoy. If you are looking for a more quiet, intimate experience though this place may be a bit loud for that, just due to the size of the place and the bar being in the same vicinity of the dining room. The kitchen is an open-kitchen so that also adds to the noise but it's really cool to watch. Took my husband here for his birthday since he loves steak and their menu boasted dry-aged meats and a whole lot of yumminess. I got the steak and frites and he got the Braised short rib. We both thoroughly enjoyed our entrees, though my husband was reaching over to take bites of mine since he finished his so quickly. The menu is a-la-carte, so most entrees do not come with a side, and all sides are around $15. The Brussels are a must-have!! I love crispy, flaky Brussels sprouts and this place knows how to make them perfectly. Between a beer, a soda, and two entrees and a side, our meal was $125. Service was great, our server checked on us the right amount of times and a chef came by to ask how our meal was. Also I believe the manager did as well, all of which added to the experience. That is a huge plus in a small dining area, you definitely feel that personalized experience that large scale restaurants often lack giving. We would definitely be back to try other menu items and try some fun bar drinks. I took off a star due to the temperature of my steak being a bit cooler than I'd hoped, it was still super delicious but I think it may have sat while my husbands plate was being made and for $42 that's not a cheap number for an entree.

    Gigi's Bread
    Alec C.

    This was such a weird experience because everything was fantastic right up until my steak arrived. The restaurant itself is beautiful and has a great atmosphere--definitely a great date-night spot. We ordered the bread, Wagyu bites, and deviled eggs with bacon jam and caviar, and every appetizer was delicious. The cocktails were excellent too. Unfortunately, things took a very strange turn when my American Wagyu steak came out. Almost immediately, I noticed an extremely unpleasant smell coming from it. I genuinely hate even describing it this way, but it smelled like dog poop. I initially thought maybe it was just me, but everyone else at the table smelled it too. Against my better judgment, I took a bite, and unfortunately it tasted exactly the way it smelled. Something was clearly very off with that particular piece of meat, so I pushed it aside and didn't eat any more. When our server came back, I explained what was going on--which may be the strangest complaint I've ever had to give a server. She took it back to the kitchen and told us that the chef and staff couldn't detect anything unusual. I'm not sure what happened with that steak, but both the smell and taste were unmistakable to me, and everyone at our table could smell it. I didn't make a big deal out of it. I shared some pasta with my wife and still ended up enjoying the evening. The strange thing is that everything else was so good that I would absolutely come back. The atmosphere, appetizers, cocktails, and the rest of the food were excellent. I just don't think I could bring myself to order another steak here after that experience.

    Excellent French fries
    Karen L.

    Small restaurant in line with the Windemere Plaza shops. If you plan on dining here I would definitely reserve through Resy. Tables are limited and the bar seats 8! I arrived at 4:00 opening time to get a good idea of the menu and experience the environment. Has kind of a "neighborhood feel" but with an upscale twist. Interesting lighting throughout and tables are set nicely. I ordered the burger but it was delivered as a smash burger which is not what is stated on the menu so it was returned. The Lick management claim they use wagyu beef but the burger is actually a mix of different cuts of meats which is deceiving in my opinion-- I would suggest they offer a wagyu straightforward (patty) burger -- they would do well with it and could charge a nice sum! When asked if I'd like another entree I opted for the Caesar salad with a piece of grilled salmon. The fish was seared just right and very tender ~ nicely done ~ and just the way I prefer it so I was happy! There is a mix of attitudes but basically I left with feeling that I would not return... a pseudo steakhouse that doesn't really "cut it" compared to other local establishments.... oh well, c'est la vie.

    Crispy Chicken Piccata
    Julie H.

    Our neighbors highly recommended The Lick at 10 Windermere Boulevard, and we went there for dinner last night to celebrate my husband's birthday. It is close to James Island, in Charleston off Folly Road and across the street from Earthfare. This is an intimate space, cozy and comfortable. We were greeted warmly by staff and had wonderful service throughout our meal. There is a nice cocktail, been and wine menu. We did a lot of reading ahead of time and had ideas on what we'd order from the food menu. We started out with freshly baked Gigi's Bread with sea salt and honey butter. This is made in-house by the phenomenal pasty chef who also makes the desserts. We also had the Wagyu Bites with potato rosti - this was a taste of pure heaven! We also got the deviled eggs with jalapeño and bacon jam - hard to describe how wonderful these are! Our server gave us a pro tip - use the Gigi's bread to sop up the remaining bacon jam. We split an entrée of crispy chicken piccata with lemon, artichoke, capers, heirloom tomatoes on angel hair pasta and asparagus. It was a generous portion and truly the best chicken dish I've had in years. We got the famous "The Potato Thing" to go with the chicken and it's hard to describe the rich, savory, and layered goodness of this dish. After this incredible meal, we listened to the dessert descriptions and learned about the pastry chef making them in house. We were too full to take advantage of these delights and chose instead to come back again soon and leave more room for dessert. This was such a fantastic experience, and we are so lucky to have this restaurant close to James Island and West Ashley.

    Brussel sprouts
    Seyla T.

    Great food, great service, great place! We had John Ryan as our server and he was attentive, helpful, and kind. The spot is small but great for a date night/dinner with friends. I was here on a double date and we ordered the deviled eggs amd Gigi's bread to start. So delicious! The deviled eggs were tasty and the bacon jam took it up a notch. The bread was phenomenal and reminded me of Texas roadhouse rolls with the honey butter (which are a banger). I ordered the braised short ribs which were succulent and tender, a little salty for me but that's my preference. My boyfriend got the steak frites which was cooked perfectly and the fries were delicious and crispy. Our friends got steak frites and the risotto which were both a hit with them. We also ordered the sides of mac and cheese and the brussels which honestly were not even needed because the entrees filled us up, so we took them home (we did take a bite first and they were good). Great portions for the price and they sent us home with some complimentary chocolate chip cookies! We'll definitely be back.

    Rolls and deviled eggs with caviar
    Liz G.

    Wow wow wow! It was incredible! Our table Of 4 started with the rolls and the deviled eggs with caviar. All were so delicious! For our entrees we all got a filet with the side waygu. OMG it was hard to have the 2 side by side. The filet would have been perfect on its own but adding the waygu was hard to top. The tender center with the perfect amount of salt on top was oh so good! Also, the "potato thing" is something I will dream about. Yummm! Run, don't walk here!

    Beef tartare
    Ollie G.

    Really nice new spot in Avondale. I'll be back for sure. Pretty much ate steak three ways, raw, torched; and seared. Filet was cooked perfectly rare. The mashed potatoes with chicken stock gravy was insanely good. Tartare was good but could use more flavor.

    Key lime pie
    Julia R.

    When I heard about The Lick, I immediately called my friends to plan dinner. I love that they take reservations directly rather than through an outside reservation agent. We arrived and were immediately seated for our reservation. They have really done a nice job with the decor and seating. While waiting for our friend to arrive, we ordered drinks. I ordered prosecco and was disappointed to learn they were out. However, they brought me the last little bit to enjoy on the house while deciding on another drink. (I hope this is an anomaly, because it seems having prosecco on hand makes sense:)) We started with Gigi's bread----wow!! Some of the best bread I have had in awhile. I had the steak-frites which was perfectly cooked and I enjoyed every bite. We tried the "potato thing" and were very disappointed. We heard good things, but it was basically layers of potato with a layer of cheese on top. If the cheese had been layered throughout, it would have been out of this world. For dessert; we had the peanut butter pie and key lime pie. If you are debating, go with the peanut butter pie. It was the best I have had. We really enjoyed our visit, but there were a few things we that kept this from being 5 star: 1) Ventilation: it is very, very Smoky and our clothes are still smelling like it. 2) Water refills were slow to come and service could have moved more quickly (we would have been done .5 hour earlier easily to make room for another table) I'm excited to see The Livk succeed and look forward to ret

    Broccolini
    Vinh D.

    This is the kind of place you love you see in a neighborhood! It has a great date night vibe with amazing food. The owners greeted us when we entered and the staff was all very friendly and knowledgeable. The food was well portioned and delicious. I had the pork chop and it was perfectly cooked. Definitely checkout this steakhouse in South Windermere

    Menu and bread service

    While a little loud the service was superior and the food excellent. Great experience all and all. Jocelyn was a terrific server and paced our meal perfectly Fun to see the kitchen too! I will say it's a lot smaller than i imagined but they make it work. There are a couple of outdoor tables if potential noise may be an issue We had the bread A- Lamb shank A Caesar with steak A Brussels A- Risotto A Wish y'all well. You have a real shot of long term success

    Amber G.

    Great service! Best seat is at the bar with Beth and Dre. My favorites were the Ribeye and Mac N cheese! Oh so good. Lampchops were also amazing.

    The bar area.
    Sonia C.

    Food is amazing! Best meal we have had in chs area since 2011! We loved it. Service was great.

    Steak and Frites
    Gina G.

    I stopped in on a Tuesday to this new steakhouse in West Ashley while in a business trip. It's unassuming from the outside in a strip mall location but once you step in, they have made use of every inch including kitchen in view, lively bar, and adjacent dining tables. For a Tuesday, it was pretty busy and most tables and the bar were filled. Weekends would definitely require reservations. The hostess originally offered a bar seat but then realized the guests nearby were 2 cocktails in, and offered a table if I preferred a quiet dining experience over making immediate friends which I appreciated. Interior decor was well done and had a cozy upscale feel with nods to Charleston culture. I had the steak and frites which did not disappoint. Chris, the owner, introduced himself and checked on me as did the manager. If I had "The Lick" in my town, I would definitely be a regular. Wishing Chris continued success with this new dining experience in West Ashley.

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    4.3(144 reviews)
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    We accidentally ended up at the James Island location because the downtown location is mislabeled…read morein the Lyft app, so beware! We still got delicious food in the end by snagging seats at the first come first serve bar area. We ordered: - iced coffees with house made syrups: decent - Cinnamon roll: made with BISCUIT DOUGH for a unique texture and almost the size of my head, this is best for sharing - French toast sticks: almost like bread pudding in lego form - Side of fried chicken: moist and flavorful - We also stopped by the downtown location later to get the lucky charms latte. It would best eaten for dine in so you could scoop the foam and marshmellows out which was hard in a to-go cup Logistics: - indoor and outdoor seating Limited street - Moderate amount of strip mall parking in front - Expect long waits at peak times

    Finally got around to trying Millers All Day! Managed to get a seat at the bar on Mother's Day…read more There is usually a very long wait for a table, but the bar is first come first serve, and we had a lovely experience there. I started out with a dirty chai latte, which was great. Met my expectations for a dirty chai. For food I went with the King Street Bowl, which has a lot of yummy things in it like pimento cheese, scrambled eggs, potatoes, and more. However, when put all together, it was lacking flavor a little bit. It was better once I added some hot sauce, but it just wasn't my favorite. Next time, I'll try something else!

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    Did a search for Farm To Table southern comfort and The Glass Onion came up as 24 minutes from…read moreFolly Beach. We decided to go here based on reviews we saw. We wanted to go when it hopefully wasn't too busy, and Monday at 1 pm was perfect to get two,parking spots and a few tables put together for 9 and a 2 year old. When we walked in and said, 9 with a baby, they were quick to put tables together. This is a simple diner with a bar! Our server Hailey was awesome We ordered cocktails and a few apps to share. I had the featured cocktail of the month. Pear Juice, Ginger, Lemon, and Bulliet Bourbon. A few people in the party ordered Bloody Marys. They liked the mix so much we bought a few bottles to take home! It was delicious! For apps, we ordered the shrimp dip, Brussels sprouts and pimento and fried green tomatoes to share, all were exceptional! The shrimp dip was tasty with big chunks of shrimp and the perfect chips that they make in-house. The Brussels sprouts had an amazing taste. A perfect aioli drizzle! I had the shrimp and grits and they were so delicious! The perfect amount of heat. The grits were so creamy. My husband got the shrimp po boy with dirty rice. The shrimp was perfectly fried! Not greasy. The dirty rice was very flavorful! My daughter and brother had the chicken sandwich, they loved it. The pork belly was ordered by someone who'd never had it before. When it arrived, they were concerned because they don't like bacon. They tried it and LOVED it. It was crispy on the outside and so tender! For dessert, we shared two key lime tarts. We all had a spoonful. It was tart, creamy and yummy. The best southern meal! We were so glad we came! Highly recommend!

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    2 Sides Cheese Grits and Dirty Rice!!

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