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    Fried seafood platter
    Arizona P.

    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.

    Tatum B.

    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

    Huevos Rancheros and French Toast
    Seyla T.

    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!

    Tiarra T.

    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.

    Tequila Vanilla Lime Punch
    Antoinette G.

    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.

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    Mster M.

    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

    Kathleen D.

    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.

    Chicken Fried Steak
    John V.

    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.

    Moscow mule
    Alana D.

    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.

    Shrimp po boy with fries; mac and cheese side; Grilled chicken club.
    Suzanne S.

    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.

    Hannah H.

    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!

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    Nice plant-based options as well as typical fare. Friendly atmosphere and good service. Very comfortable to be here.

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    Cool restaurant off of King street, with diner type vibes. I ordered the patty melt sandwich, which was a great choice.

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    Great food! Stopped in while waking by! Breakfast for dinner- yummy. Highly Recommended!

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    4.5(61 reviews)
    0.4 miEastside

    My first time visiting a speakeasy since living in Charleston, and the Annex absolutely blew me…read moreaway. From the moment I walked in, the vibe was intimate, beautiful, and the perfect setting for a relaxed Saturday night cap. What made the experience truly special was the bartender. There's no traditional menu, instead, he takes the time to learn what you like and crafts drinks based on your taste. I've never experienced anything like that before. The level of knowledge and creativity behind the bar was incredible. Every drink he made was stunning and tasted even better than it looked. I was honestly so impressed that I couldn't even remember all the ingredients he mentioned because I was too busy being amazed at how good everything was. It was one of those moments where you realize there are real levels to this craft. I walked in thinking I knew a thing or two about mixing drinks at home, and left with a whole new respect for the art of it. The atmosphere, the personal attention, and the quality of the cocktails made this place feel truly top tier. Huge shoutout to the bartender, easily a 15 out of 10. Cool, knowledgeable, and passionate about what he does. If you're looking for an intimate spot for date night or just want to experience thoughtfully crafted cocktails in a beautiful setting, the Annex is the place. I will absolutely be back as soon as possible.

    My husband and I visited Last Saint for cocktails before a group dinner when we were in Charleston…read morelast weekend, and it was the perfect place for drinks before a dinner. (On occasion, I rant about how we need more cocktail bars and wine bars that don't serve food at all or just snacks like nuts - don't get me started.) Last Saint is a really cool dual concept cocktail bar. The front of Last Saint is more casual - small, cozy, allows walk-ins. But you can also make reservations (or try to get lucky walking in) at the Annex. The Annex is their weekends-only cocktail experience in the back of Last Saint. You walk to the back of the bar and press ring the bell by the yellow door. Someone answers and seats at one of six seats at the bar and three small (but private) tables. The Annex is a no-menu experience. The friendly and creative staff ask you questions about your preferences for drinks and then make you something that fits the bill. It was personal and fun, and we enjoyed all the drinks we had. A reservation at the Annex is good for a 1.5 hour time frame, which was perfect for us to have two drinks before closing out and heading to our dinner reservation. We sat at the bar, which I loved, because we got to chat with the staff and watch them make our and others' drinks while we enjoyed our creative cocktails. The staff have a wide knowledge of cocktails and an almost endless supply of ingredients to choose from when making your drinks. A truly fun experience. One I haven't had in any other city. I wish there were more bars like Last Saint!

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    Bar seating looking toward the front door

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    Prohibition - Brasstown Burger - very tasty!

    Prohibition

    4.1(1.3k reviews)
    0.1 miCannonborough
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    If you're looking for a spot in Charleston that truly leans into the holiday spirit, Prohibition…read moregoes all out with its Christmas decorations from the moment you walk in. It sets the tone immediately, and the festive energy carries straight through the meal. We kicked things off with Bloody Marys and a Morning Fog -- simple, classic, and done right. For starters, we shared the Hula Hoisin Wings. They were definitely on the heavier side with the hoisin, but still absolutely delicious. The Mistletoe Mango Tuna Poke Tacos were a standout. They come as a small plate with three appetizer-sized tacos, and every bite was bright, fresh, and beautifully balanced. The Buddy the Elf Burger offers a choice of a single or double patty; ours was cooked perfectly. The smoky bacon really brought everything together and gave it that extra "wow" factor. We rounded things out with the O Come, All Ye Fried Rice with Hanger Steak, which was another winner -- perfectly cooked, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. As if the meal wasn't great enough on its own, we happened to be there while Emily Curtis was performing. She's truly incredible and added such a fun, memorable vibe to the day. I'd be remiss not to mention Kevin our server. Go see him. He was great. The whole team works great together. Don't let the bar-like atmosphere fool you -- Prohibition is far from your typical bar food or bar scene. There's a great space in the back, and the elevated menu makes it absolutely worth the visit. A festive, flavorful, all-around fantastic experience.

    Food and drinks were both good... not the best I've ever had but good…read more Lunch on a Friday... several ppl at the bar but we were the only seat customers. The waitress was indifferent and seemed as they we were bothering her ....which is fine, as I was equally "bothered" by her and her attitude. I liked the bar and restaurant and the menu was solid. Our service would have made this 5 stars but we have lots of other choices on King Street that will have staff more excited for our business.

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    Seated at the bar.

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    Doar Bros. - Drink - Bourbon and Clyde.

    Doar Bros.

    4.9(275 reviews)
    0.7 miAnsonborough
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    Every time I find myself in Charleston I must stop here. Not your average bar at all. I like that…read morethey change up their menu so every time I visit there is something new to try. I have never had a bad drink here. I got the Batata Clarified Milk Punch (description in picture) which was fantastic. The toasted marshmallow garnish was a great touch for the season we were in. My mom got the Bourbon and Clyde and she said it was incredible. Description also in picture. The orange foam and pistachio crumble was a great addition. Another great drink for autumn. My second drink was the Smokin Indo which was probably my favorite. They performed the smoked glass technique with applewood which was not only cool to watch but added a unique flavor to the drink. We always make a point to get the assorted cheeses when we are here because they make a great charcuterie board. They switch up the cheeses just like they change their cocktail menu. Love to sit at the bar because it is truly an art to watch the bartenders make these drinks and really adds to the experience. Everyone who works here is super kind and knowledgeable on their craft. However, if you are able to be there when the two Doar brothers are working it makes it truly special. They give postcards with their check and there's a bowl of matchbooks sitting on the bar. One of the best cocktail bars in Charleston. Debated writing this because I selfishly want to keep it under the radar but it definitely deserves its accolades.

    The last trip to Charleston, we made a reservation for Doar Bros to pop in for a cocktail after…read moredinner. I loved the atmosphere! It's super cozy, very chic, and pretty small. The service was on point and the bartender was killing it at the bar - multitasking making 3 drinks all at once. It was super impressive and I took a few videos of him. I'm giving 4 stars because the first cocktail I ordered was SO SWEET that I couldn't get it down. I tried to drink it but had to send it back. We asked when we ordered about the flavor profile and supposedly it wasn't sweet, but all 3 of us agreed it was way oversweet. My black manhattan was phenomenal and my husband had a mocktail moscow mule that was awesome. Overall, I'd come back again - just be mindful of the ingredients in the drink and modifying as needed for sweetness. Make a reservation if you can!

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    By the Way

    3.9(96 reviews)
    0.3 miCannonborough

    By The Way has been on our list to visit for quite sometime. After attending an event on King…read moreStreet, we walked and were sat at one of the high top tables run by the bar. I ordered an extra dirty gin martini and one of my friends ordered an extra dirty vodka martini. As you can see by the photos they weren't dirty at all. They were straight gin and vodka with a splash of olive juice. So there is one less star for that. We ordered fries, the duck confit deviled eggs with red pepper and the stuffed ravioli and they were great!! Everything had explosive flavoring (fries included) and I was pleasantly surprised. Prices are reasonable for Charleston and their overall menu looks great. I'm def looking forward to coming back for dinner and brunch. Once the place fills up (and it was packed when we went) it does get a bit loud. Could have also been the drinking crowd wandering off as well that was coming in (as people started to crowd around the bar when it became standing room only.)

    It's a bar, service is what you expect. We were between places and stopped here for a cocktail…read more They have a food menu but we did not order any. We ordered a gimlet an espresso martini, both tasted good. It was not busy for a Saturday afternoon. The servers seemed to congregate at the end of the bar, which made service feel minimal. With that, we left.

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    Paper Plane cocktail, Elderflower Spritz.... Yum!

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    4.4(23 reviews)
    0.2 miCannonborough

    People are always looking for a great date night place, and I would have to say that La Cave fits…read morethe bill. The interior is very elegant and bathed in low lighting with soft music playing while you dine. It's a little small so make sure you make those reservations! We started with cocktails, and I ordered the Jean De Florette with vodka, lillet rose, fig syrup, passion fruit, lime, crushed ice, and a fleur garnish. The fig syrup was the star providing a nice sweet and earthy flavor. My wife enjoyed the Harvest in Provence with charred corn mezcal, see the elephant amaro, bonal, lime, simple syrup, and a spiced corn garnish. This drink is so smokey but very refreshing. We were brought a complimentary hors derv which was a house made potato chip with tuna and spices. Really great for getting your palette ready for the coming meal. They only do this from 5pm to 6pm. We have had our eyes on the Raclette Burger Slider for some time. The burger was a good-sized slider, about the same size as a single cheeseburger with tons of ooey gooey raclette cheese smothering it. Of course, we had to order the Pommes Frites to go with the sliders and they arrived super crispy with a nice rosemary-lemon aioli for dipping. The grand finale was the Boeuf En Croute which was their play on a beef wellington. The filet was a nice medium rare with a flaky pastry crust and a delicious sauce bordelaise. A great way to finished. With its beautiful decor, great service and good food I would highly recommend this place for any date night!

    my friend had the reservation for la cave for about two months now, it was for her birthday. The…read moreday before the reservation, she was called and said that the reservation was canceled. We thankfully got it fixed but when we showed up at the door, they asked for our IDs and we had to wait 10 minutes after our reservation to be seated. we were never informed that it was 21+, it doesn't even specify on the website. And result of this we had to be given wristbands before even entering the restaurant. when we finally entered the restaurant, we were happily guided to a beautiful table. the service was perfect. we got fries for the table and our food came out pretty fast. i got the salad which was okay, it had a interesting vinaigrette but i added lemon which really made it better. i tried my friends slider and it was delicious. the food and service saved this review. the place was gorgeous, i recommend!

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    The Darling Oyster Bar - Fried oysters, green & hush puppies

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    4.4(1.7k reviews)
    0.1 miRadcliffborough
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    Honestly this is one of my favorite places in Charleston && with the hype and line. The staff are…read morealways the best && I love sitting at the oyster bar and watching the guys chuck all the oysters while we're chatting and sipping champagne. The lobster rolls is delicious, the fires yummy, the seafood exceptional. Everything is fresh and you do not leave hungry. Inside is traditional coastal flare with beautiful tiles and decorations. There is a pay to park right behind the restaurant and usually where we park when coming here. We just love coming here!

    Went for lunch one day. Wasn't in the mood for oysters that day (although I must say: others…read morearound me got them and they looked great). Asked the bartender what would be good and he suggested the Creole shrimp. That sounded good and I've learned that you generally can't go wrong going with bartenders' recommendations. Anyway, they came out and they were WAY overcooked. They were like rubber and the seasoning was NOT on point. Honestly, I make Creole / bbq shrimp at home and they're always MUCH better than what I got at The Darling. The service (with the exception of the lousy recommendation) was decent enough. If I ever go back, I'll probably stick with oysters on the half shell. (Sorry no pic. I actually took one that day, but subsequently deleted it because it was so bad.)

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