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First time and I wish I was a local!!! This place was recommended by the staff in our hotel and we are so glad it was. The food was amazing and so was the service and the reasonable prices made us swoon! We loved the ambiance: light, clean and fun.
Came for a Saturday brunch and we were seated promptly! Cute space for a get together or date - service was great as well. I ordered the french toast (which I've never had before) so I can't compare to others but it was delicious! Great portion as well, I left satisfied but not dreading the fact that I would be walking around downtown afterwards. I also got the ginger beer since I don't really drink and it was refreshing!
very cute atmosphere. good music. we sat down and the waiter didn't even ask for our drink order until we were ordering our food, usually you ask before they order food. my freind asked for the ceasar salad and she just blatantly said that they're all out of that. the food was very good 8.5/10. the people were just kind of rude
I found this place from google maps. I wanted a chicken sandwich, and they have one . It was so good ! It hit the spot with honey and bbq sauce. The pace is know for the Moscow Mule. I had mint julep. With a upscale look you know you're in for something good . It has an inviting pleasant atmosphere. Casual dress attire. We were greeted with good old southern hospitality . The owner took time and showed us local vodka , and bourbon. He was friendly
I I ordered takeout from Rarebit after seeing some good reviews. I got the chicken club with fries, and it arrived quickly. The restaurant was also kind enough to add ketchup to my order. The sandwich itself was just okay--there was too much bread, and the chicken breast got a bit lost in all of it. The fries were good, though--they were softer by the time they arrived, but still tasty. I might try something different next time.
Attended the Don Luchi Brunch. Loved the ambiance of the restaurant! Food was amazing with a nice variety on the menu. The waitstaff and bartenders were very friendly and accommodating.
Stopped by midday and sat at the bar. It had a great diner vibe to it but also a gave up a nicer vibe. I bet the cocktails would be great there after work. Bartender was kind enough to ask the kitchen staff if they were able to make me the Chicken Fried Steak since I was like 30ish minutes away from when it was available so kudos to both for accommodating the request. The green beats were great and cooked well with a soft texture inside but left a crunch when you bit down on it. Wish there was more flavor to it, but a dash of salt did the trick. The chicken fried steak itself was great. Still had a good enough crunch when you bit down on the chicken. This is probably more preference, but I like my gravy to be more smooth and creamy. The gravy here had a grainy/sandy texture to it. The seasoning was great, just wished it was a smoother texture.
I wrapped up a night on King Street at the bar here. They offer a late-night breakfast menu, which was appealing, but my friend and I opted for just drinks. Our bartender was friendly, as were other patrons. I had the mule, and my friend had the gin and tonic. Both were good and well-made. Prices were reasonable, the bar seats were comfortable, and the vibe was chill, unlike some other spots in the area.
This is such a great find on king street! The food & drinks are delicious and affordable and the vibes were relaxed yet upscale. I came here on a Saturday night for dinner and sat at the bar where they serve a full menu. I had the Moscow mule for a cocktail and it was probably the best Moscow mule I have ever had! It's their speciality cocktail which they have on tap so I'd highly recommend ordering it. For food I had the fried chicken sandwich served with honey which was so delicious. I also shared a side of Parmesan fries that were great as well. Service was friendly and efficient throughout the meal. I'd overall recommend stopping by here if you're looking for a nice yet affordable place to eat and drink.
We ventured downtown for a full day of shopping. By 1 pm, I was fading quickly and needed a pick me up. We found ourselves in The Rarebit. This looks like a perfect place for a cocktail and I'd love to have one on a future visit. For this busy day, we stuck to water to rehydrate. Inside, it feels cozy and elegant, sort of that vintage cocktail bar feel with brass, rich colors and velvet draperies. The service was so friendly and prompt, without feeling rushed. I found the prices to be quite reasonable, especially on the sandwiches. The portion sizes were good, too--filling without being too large. I had the shrimp po boy with fries and my spouse had the grilled chicken club with mac and cheese. We both declared the fries to be the superior side, but I'm glad we tried the mac and cheese. It is good, but we liked the fries better. The shrimp po boy was great--very nicely balanced with the right amount of each topping. The shrimp was flavorful and crispy, without being too greasy. The sandwich stayed together nicely, which is a real achievement. I'm already looking forward to what we'll try on our next visit.
Who knew Moscow mules could be so unique and special! The rarebit is one of the funkiest spots in downtown Charleston and it's always a must stop when we visit! They specialize in Moscow mules (they have them on draft) and make their own ginger beer and ingredients. Each of these things makes their mules sooooo delicious! During happy hour you can snag one of these mules for $7! Today I got their seasonal mule which was a mix of their original laced with rose! I COULD HAVE DRANK 10, they were so amazing!
The bartender, the food, the drinks, the relaxed atmosphere, this place is beautiful for a date. Whether you want some cocktails or even some late night chicken and waffles, this place is perfect for a laid back night downtown. The husband and I love coming here.
11 months ago
Great place for a before or after show meal. Four of us walked over after a show at the Music Hall. Everyone was pleased with their food choices, and the prices were a nice surprise for King Street. Service was fine, nothing special, nothing wrong. I believe later in the evening they take on more of a lounge vibe, so be prepared is stopping by after 9pm. They stay open until 2am, but not sure about the kitchen. read more
1 year ago
Came in for the best Moscow mule in Charleston. Drank up and wasn't disappointed. Left satisfied. . . Definitely wanted to try the grill here as they had a lot of good looking options on the menu, but the night wasn't ready for food. Cheers! read more
1 year ago
My husband and I stopped by Rarebit for a late brunch meal, and unfortunately Rarebit sorely missed the mark for us. My husband ordered the steak and eggs, which also came with diced potatoes. The steak was under-seasoned and simply not great. His eggs were fine (hard to mess those up) and the diced potatoes were good. My meal wasn't that much better unfortunately. I ordered chicken and waffles (a staple for me), and overall I wasn't impressed. The waffle was undercooked, and I was disappointed as it says on the menu Belgian waffle and what I got was not a Belgian waffle at all. Just a basic waffle. On the flip side, the fried chicken was actually very tasty. I think the best part of our meal other than the fried chicken was the Moscow mule that we shared. It was really good, refreshing and had a nice kick to it from the ginger. Service was fine - nothing special. Overall it was a mediocre meal and it's unlikely we'll be back. read more
11 months ago
First time and I wish I was a local!!! This place was recommended by the staff in our hotel and we are so glad it was. The food was amazing and so was the service and the reasonable prices made us swoon! We loved the ambiance: light, clean and fun. read more
Came for a Saturday brunch and we were seated promptly! Cute space for a get together or date - service was great as well. I ordered the french toast (which I've never had before) so I can't compare to others but it was delicious! Great portion as well, I left satisfied but not dreading the fact that I would be walking around downtown afterwards. I also got the ginger beer since I don't really drink and it was refreshing! read more
very cute atmosphere. good music. we sat down and the waiter didn't even ask for our drink order until we were ordering our food, usually you ask before they order food. my freind asked for the ceasar salad and she just blatantly said that they're all out of that. the food was very good 8.5/10. the people were just kind of rude read more
1 year ago
I found this place from google maps. I wanted a chicken sandwich, and they have one . It was so good ! It hit the spot with honey and bbq sauce. The pace is know for the Moscow Mule. I had mint julep. With a upscale look you know you're in for something good . It has an inviting pleasant atmosphere. Casual dress attire. We were greeted with good old southern hospitality . The owner took time and showed us local vodka , and bourbon. He was friendly read more
I I ordered takeout from Rarebit after seeing some good reviews. I got the chicken club with fries, and it arrived quickly. The restaurant was also kind enough to add ketchup to my order. The sandwich itself was just okay--there was too much bread, and the chicken breast got a bit lost in all of it. The fries were good, though--they were softer by the time they arrived, but still tasty. I might try something different next time. read more
1 year ago
Attended the Don Luchi Brunch. Loved the ambiance of the restaurant! Food was amazing with a nice variety on the menu. The waitstaff and bartenders were very friendly and accommodating. read more
Stopped by midday and sat at the bar. It had a great diner vibe to it but also a gave up a nicer vibe. I bet the cocktails would be great there after work. Bartender was kind enough to ask the kitchen staff if they were able to make me the Chicken Fried Steak since I was like 30ish minutes away from when it was available so kudos to both for accommodating the request. The green beats were great and cooked well with a soft texture inside but left a crunch when you bit down on it. Wish there was more flavor to it, but a dash of salt did the trick. The chicken fried steak itself was great. Still had a good enough crunch when you bit down on the chicken. This is probably more preference, but I like my gravy to be more smooth and creamy. The gravy here had a grainy/sandy texture to it. The seasoning was great, just wished it was a smoother texture. read more
2 years ago
I wrapped up a night on King Street at the bar here. They offer a late-night breakfast menu, which was appealing, but my friend and I opted for just drinks. Our bartender was friendly, as were other patrons. I had the mule, and my friend had the gin and tonic. Both were good and well-made. Prices were reasonable, the bar seats were comfortable, and the vibe was chill, unlike some other spots in the area. read more
This is such a great find on king street! The food & drinks are delicious and affordable and the vibes were relaxed yet upscale. I came here on a Saturday night for dinner and sat at the bar where they serve a full menu. I had the Moscow mule for a cocktail and it was probably the best Moscow mule I have ever had! It's their speciality cocktail which they have on tap so I'd highly recommend ordering it. For food I had the fried chicken sandwich served with honey which was so delicious. I also shared a side of Parmesan fries that were great as well. Service was friendly and efficient throughout the meal. I'd overall recommend stopping by here if you're looking for a nice yet affordable place to eat and drink. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
We ventured downtown for a full day of shopping. By 1 pm, I was fading quickly and needed a pick me up. We found ourselves in The Rarebit. This looks like a perfect place for a cocktail and I'd love to have one on a future visit. For this busy day, we stuck to water to rehydrate. Inside, it feels cozy and elegant, sort of that vintage cocktail bar feel with brass, rich colors and velvet draperies. The service was so friendly and prompt, without feeling rushed. I found the prices to be quite reasonable, especially on the sandwiches. The portion sizes were good, too--filling without being too large. I had the shrimp po boy with fries and my spouse had the grilled chicken club with mac and cheese. We both declared the fries to be the superior side, but I'm glad we tried the mac and cheese. It is good, but we liked the fries better. The shrimp po boy was great--very nicely balanced with the right amount of each topping. The shrimp was flavorful and crispy, without being too greasy. The sandwich stayed together nicely, which is a real achievement. I'm already looking forward to what we'll try on our next visit. read more
11 months ago
2 years ago
Who knew Moscow mules could be so unique and special! The rarebit is one of the funkiest spots in downtown Charleston and it's always a must stop when we visit! They specialize in Moscow mules (they have them on draft) and make their own ginger beer and ingredients. Each of these things makes their mules sooooo delicious! During happy hour you can snag one of these mules for $7! Today I got their seasonal mule which was a mix of their original laced with rose! I COULD HAVE DRANK 10, they were so amazing! read more
2 years ago
The bartender, the food, the drinks, the relaxed atmosphere, this place is beautiful for a date. Whether you want some cocktails or even some late night chicken and waffles, this place is perfect for a laid back night downtown. The husband and I love coming here. read more
3 years ago
Great spot with retro upscale diner vibes. The bar is expansive and bartenders are attentive. They serve food til midnight on weekends and are open late to pop in and grab a cocktail. Fried chicken sandwich was flavorful and well seasoned. Dirty martini was excellent. read more
Had an opportunity to try The Rarebit as Mario's Italian Ristorante @ 487 King Street system software was down and was therefore not accepting customers at the time. We looked left and then right and then across the street and decided to try The Rarebit. It looked appealing enough from the outside and we were pleasantly surprised when we went inside. The taller, very private cushiony booths line one wall, a large community table down the center and great sized extended bar area complete with television screens above make this restaurant a "go to" where the food is very good and the service is friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The bar seating is very comfortable and reminded me of my NJ days of eating at the counter. Think: cushion back diner stool! We dined a little after 4 pm and we were still able to get brunch!! Kind of unheard of but Yay!! My husband had a lavish Texas French Toast with fresh fruit and I ordered the Roasted Beet Salad. To my delight both red and yellow beets were used and accompanied by arugula, goat cheese, candied pecans & served with a lemon honey vinaigrette. I wouldn't have changed as thing because these are all of my favorite ingredients in this type of salad. Just to try an additional dressing as I love to explore different tastes, I asked the server for an additional honey mustard dressing and it was one of the better ones I've tasted around town. A bit sweeter, good texture and I'm always happy when the honey mustard dressing contains little mustard seeds in the dressing! Yum. Will return and definitely a nice unexpected find. Make sure to order an ice cold Moscow Mule!! read more
2 years ago
Finally made my way to rarebit after so long, started with the Moscow mule which they are so famous for. The mule was very good even though I'm not a Moscow mule gal but this was done well. I had the chicken sandwich and hubby had the burger and we split it. I think the chicken sandwich is better than the burger. The burger kept falling apart and sliding around. read more
Delicious restaurant in downtown Charleston. Came here for a date night and everything was so delicious. I had a steak which was cooked perfectly and my husband had a BLT which he said was great too. I loved the macaroni and cheese, so creamy! Definitely recommend! read more
2 years ago
The food was very good. My husband love the Atlantic cod and shrimp special. It was a little spicy for my taste. I did eat it. The service was wonderful . Bartender was very kind and courteous. He has the personality for a restaurant and bar. The restaurant atmosphere was nice and music was very awesome. I would come back again. Waitress was very attentive as well. The chef was nice. He came out to talked to us. read more
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4 years ago
Service: (9/10)- the bartender named Rogan is very professional and a great worker. Y'all would be dumb to ever get rid of the guy. Food: (8/10). Shrimp and grits Drinks: (9/10 - mimosas ( fresh squeezed orange juice... or a least it taste like it.) This place isn't like a crazy nice to go and eat at. But it's a nice low country southern vibe with just the right amount of southern pop... like the mother of an ADIPI sorority chick that's from Charleston came in and decorated it with her husband that's a lowcountry duck hunter. I'd highly recommend this spot to my grandmother (old southern woman), or any respectable gentlemen and women from local sororities or fraternities to visit. Cheers read more
This was our first stop after arriving in Charleston. They are a solid 3.5 stars. They were serving Saturday brunch so we decided to try it out. They are known for their Moscow Mules and I see why! It's apparently a secret recipe and they are good! For my entree I chose the chicken and waffles. The chicken was cooked perfectly but it needed salt! That was disappointing. The waffle was dense and not airy like I'm used to. The butter was supposed to be some sort of honey butter but honestly I didn't taste that. It was gritty. Overall I think it's a good place to try. On my next visit I will try something different. read more
We came here on a Saturday night. We did not have reservations and were able to be seated around 45 mins. We got a drink close by and stopped in for updates from the hostess We were seated in the back. The restaurant is decorated with a retro-esque style. We were able to find vegetarian options easily. We had the fried tomatoes and okra. The fried tomatoes were lightly breaded and definitely seasoned. They were good, not the best I've had, but very good. The fried okra was good as well, the okra is slimy inside but that's to be expected We both had the impossible burger. It was great, perfect mix of toppings and cheese. It is in my top three favorite veggie burgers. It does not come with fries, though, so we ordered a side of them. read more
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2 years ago
A nice restaurant in a popular area with vegan options! The fried options (okra, green tomatoes, chicken) were really good. Everyone was happy with their order. Big comfortable booths and friendly waiter. read more
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