We arrived at the Charleston Place, which I can best describe as a high-class, indoor plaza with restaurants, cafes, and shopping. They offer complimentary valet parking, so there is no need for us to search for on-street parking in downtown Charleston. We walked over to the Thoroughbred Lounge and were greeted by the hostess, who led us to our table. We absolutely loved the interior design, which is vintage and elegant. The staff was so kind and personable, and they knew right away that we were celebrating a special occasion. Our server walked us through the menu in a way that was digestible and easy to follow. There were even different vials of tea leaves to smell and browse through before deciding. Since there were two of us, we were able to order two different flavors, and we chose the Earl Grey and the Coconut. Our personal favorite was the Coconut. We really wanted the Earl Grey to be our favorite, since the aroma of the tea leaves was wonderful, but the tea itself came out bitter and required sugar and cream to enjoy. I will note that we made the mistake of swirling the Earl Gray teapot so that may have contributed to how it turned out. And then came the tower of savories, pastries, and decadent desserts, and we were completely blown away. Everything was perfect, the taste and texture. It was such a thoughtful touch that they included a "Congratulations" chocolate bar at the top to commemorate the occasion. To top it all off, the staff offered to take photos of us in the middle of the Charleston Place with the stunning floral arrangements and chandeliers in the background, and the pictures came out beautifully. I am so glad we finally came, and I truly hope Thoroughbred Lounge never changes or closes. It is such a wonderful concept, and there is simply no other place that delivers this level of service and British-style food. read more

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Great for drinks and light snacks! As soon as we got seated near the bar, server came and brought us light crisp snacks complimentary which complimented our refreshing bubbly and sav blanc! Rick and Luxurious seating and aesthetics exude hospitality as its finest! Top notch waiters and servers reminded me of the excellent service we measured with at the Grey in Savannah. So refreshing and DC could use or learn a thing or two from these Southern hospitality. Our crab with caviar bites were so delicious, it would satisfy every discriminating palettes...yum! Located at the Charleston Place while surrounded with luxury, friendly and southern hospitality at its best on display! Love it! read more

We absolutely love coming here for a drink while shopping downtown! The lobby bar is one of my favorites. I admire the lounge vibe with beautiful leather sofas and woodwork. Very Ralph Lauren reminiscent with a great full bar. Sometimes they have live music too, which is great! The highlight today was the She Crab Soup I really enjoyed it. Creamy, nice flavor, and delicious crab. I also always enjoy the warmed nuts and chips they bring out with the cocktails. Eric was our server today and he was attentive, honest with menu items, and a great time at the bar. If you haven't been, stop in this place is the definition of classic Charleston! read more

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Loved this cocktail bars! Favorite one we found on the trip in addition to the ones at the Dewberry hotel. They have a great old fashioned, black manhattan, dark horse (scotch and grilled peaches), and a brandy Alexander dessert cocktail that comes in a cool ice cream glass with a bubble. They also have a nice dinner with steak and crab soup. We had a great time here and came back several times. read more

Thoroughbred Club - Dessert cocktail - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Stop in for a couple cocktails and they were delicious! It's a very nice spot and definitely great for a romantic date night. Our server was great and very welcoming! Didn't try any of the food but would go back. read more

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We wandered into the elegant mall, and found the Thoroughbred Club, and it was perfectly suited for what we wanted. We had just been to the Immersive Van Gogh/Monet show, and we're looking for a quiet, nice place to discuss it over a late lunch. We sat down to table linens, professional service, and the lilting notes of the harpist wafting in from the atrium as we pored over the menu, a perfect start. The menu featured several Low Country classics, like She Crab soup, and it was the best I've sampled, with lumps of backfin crabmeat in a wonderful bisque. I chose the Burrata cheese and beet salad, my friend selected the turkey club; both were excellent examples of a good chef's magic. I highly recommend the Thoroughbred Club as an elegant oasis well worth your time. read more

Thoroughbred Club - Turkey club and unique French fries - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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We were doing our annual walk through of the Charleston Place, and spotted a quiet corner table in the club bar, and made a beeline for it. Out of tge crush, but listening to joyful voices and Christmas music in the background added to our joy. Kennedy was a terrific host, serving us a delicious bowl of warmed carmelized mixed nuts with our cocktails... While sadly the Bees Knees lacked the finese of a true bees knees, the Monte Jalisco was amazing. Ill know to order better next time. read more

Thoroughbred Club - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Girls weekend in Charleston and it was the night before it officially started and others arrived. Came here for a cocktail before dinner. I got their "Sweet Dreams" cocktail and it was perfect. Hugh was a great bartender. Atmosphere encouraged conversation and the three of us talked to a few others. Some were local, some visiting. read more

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We went for dessert at this classy and elegant restaurant located in The Charleston Place. The flaming crème brûlée was rich and creamy with carmelized sugar on top! Too notch service and an overall incredible experience. A bit pricey, but well worth it if you want to splurge and eat delicious food. I look forward to going back and trying the small plates. read more

Thoroughbred Club - Classic Creme Brulee - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

The Thoroughbred Club has lived rent free in my brain for years. While I've been to Charleston numerous times since my last visit I never walked into Charleston Place again until recently. I had forgotten the name of the restaurant and the hotel that housed it. I simply remembered how good it was. When I saw it again with a friend I was excited to return. Would it live up to the memory? I am glad to say it really did! We waited about ten minutes and then were seated near a piano player. Our server was a professional lady who was all polite business. She would check-in with us often throughout the night. As I was not overly hungry I opted for a bowl of their she-crab soup. My friend was impressed with the table side preparation as the bowl came out with the crab and then the soup poured over top. The soup was absolutely amazing. It was very rich and creamy. Every bite was delectableness. My friend ordered a club sandwich which was big enough to feed her a couple meals. The ambiance was elegant and calming. It was a great evening! read more

We stopped in for a quick drink. Staff was very professional helpful and sincere. Inside is beautifully decorated. I had the espresso martini which was awesome. read more

Thoroughbred Club - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Beautiful bar located in the Charleston Place hotel. We only had a drink but they were both top tier. Our bartender was very friendly and shared some interesting facts about the city. read more

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Our multiple visits to Thoroughbred Club (it's the lobby bar of Charleston Place) demonstrated they have really good service - as I've come to expect in Charleston (service that would be notable in other cities). Drinks are fine; pricing is as-expected. Complimentary bar snacks (warm salted chile-garlic nuts) are better than expected. This is all good, right - so why the "OK" rating? The downside for me is that the design of the room has lots of different areas to sit comfortably, but nowhere really to hide away. If you're stuck sitting anywhere near a lout (we were, one time), you're going to suffer. The vibe is more "airport-cocktail-bar-waiting-on-your-flight" than "private club where you can relax and talk." Great service and bar snacks. Drinks are fine. Room is fine-ish. It's okay. read more

Thoroughbred Club - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

This place is awesome. It has been spice we moved here decades ago. Ambiance can not be beat. Look up - the ceiling is a wonderful green. The woodwork is something you would want your den done with. Ask for Chris. What a pro. When was the last time a waitperson asked you your name and remembered it ? Great service. Maybe the best Manhattan in the low country. That's what originally caught us. She crab soup is a wonder. Don't skip it. Unless you are allergic and then by all means skip it. Turkey club was ok. Not amazing but ok. It's a turkey club. How magical is it going to be. The fries are not to be missed. I dunked them in my soup. Suspect the ketchup might be house made. Yum! Don't forget a desert cocktail. Not many places have them anymore. Don't forget your check book. It is in Charleston Place after all. Well done folks. Well done ! read more

Thoroughbred Club - Turkey club w really good fries - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Thoroughbred Club is a fantastic hotel bar in Charleston Place with musicians playing piano and the harp in the lobby. My friend and I had lunch here during the holidays. Excellent customer service! I had their Turkey Club sandwich with fries and it was so good! Sweet Tea was a little unsweet but they had extra sugar packets. Loved the Tabasco hot sauce mini bottles too! I will come back in the future. read more

Thoroughbred Club - Tabasco mini bottles - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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This is the spot to stop in if you're out and about shopping downtown Charleston! Don't be turned off if you see a line. They will take your name and text you when your table is ready. Perfect to get a little shopping in while you wait. We stopped in for an afternoon cocktail and were pleased to also be served some complimentary mixed nuts, cheese straws, and Benne wafers. Great cocktail menu and decent wine selection. Most of the time there is someone playing some musical instrument which is a nice addition to the ambiance Thoroughbred offers. We had a very attentive waiter this past visit. Considering if was the week between Christmas and NY, I was happy to have such great service. Look forward to a return visit in the Spring. read more

The atmosphere at The Thoroughbred Club is clubby, sophisticated and refined in keeping with the Charleston Place Hotel's upscale feel and over the top common areas. The living room lounge" feel is complete with live music. On any given day you will hear a harpist, a guitarist or a pianist. So take a seat, sit back and enjoy the well- traveled spirit selections. A great way to start or end an evening with the menu offerings ranging from lunch favorites to tapas and dessert selections. The service is attentive and professional. On my visit to The Thoroughbred Club recently it was so nice to take in all of the hotel's holiday decorations, trees and glitter throughout the main areas and it certainly helped to get into the holiday mood and foster that holiday spirit. read more

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GF Club sandwich was great! Was looking for jazz but had only a pianist. Waiting time was a little long.

We went during the busy holiday season and promptly gave our name for a table. This highly anticipated stop is located in gorgeous Charleston Place. Our table was in the side room, which was fine. Bar area was absolutely packed. We ordered our drinks from an overworked server... and waited... and waited. We watched others who arrived after us get their cocktails and drinks. After quite some time, BF was able to inquire about our drinks. When they finally arrived, both were good. As others suggested, we decided to get appys which looked delicious. These were slow to arrive and were placed at someone else's table, prior to being scooped up, moved behind us, and served to us... Shishito peppers were bland, and wings were average, but lacking in flavor. My salad was good. We were going to order a couple more items, but server was curt and irritable, as well as food being mediocre. Instead, we paid our check and went elsewhere. I know that places are short staffed, but between the attitude of our server, our food being placed at the wrong table, and mediocre food, it was a disappointing visit. read more

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We ended our long weekend here at Charleston Place in the beautiful hotel's Thoroughbred Club. Located opposite of the check-in desk this hotel. This bar has several cozy tables and is elegant with rich wood paneling. We entertained by an harpist playing in the lobby and later with someone playing the piano inside the bar area. Cocktails are expertly crafted. Was lucky enough they had a milk washed cocktail on the menu. If you've never had a milk washed cocktail order it. The milk clarifies the alcohol's impurities making it clear with a rich and fluffy texture. This one was a bourbon based punch and washed down easily. I also got the old fashion and it was a very generous pour. They also provide some bar snacks to munch on and we also opted to order some food to make it a meal. The gumbo was delicious and hit the spot. The tartare was fine but perhaps a little heavy on the Dijon mustard. Service was five star. read more

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Popped over here for a night cap. We were able to snag a table in the corner for 8 of us. This is inside the Charleston place and it had a cool old cigar lounge/casino vibe. Our server was nice and was accommodating to our large group. My drink was a strawberry milk punch, it was good and light, not super spirit forward. I definitely wanna come back and try more things. read more

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Fun spot to play tourist in your own town! We swung by after a dinner downtown for another glass of wine and settled in for excellent service and good people watching. Our waitress was stellar and kind as were the food runners and hostesses. It does get busier as the night goes on and was full in January so in high season may be tougher to get into. They deliver snacks to each table as you sit down (cheese straws, benne wafers and mixed nuts). We also ordered fries which weren't great for the price but that didn't take away from the overall experience. Our wine was excellent! read more

A great girl's trip cocktail hour. Service was great. A needed break from shopping. read more

Thoroughbred Club - Old Fashioned's + Sauvignon Blanc + Category 3 - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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What a beautiful hotel lobby bar with piano music playing in the background and spectacular cocktails and small plates. At Christmastime it is just magical inside with a large train running around a miniature town and festive trees, tastefully lit and decorated all through the entire lobby. On the quest for the best she-crab soup in Charleston, this place wins. It was a bowl of generous lump crab, over which our server poured the flavorful broth right on top, leaving the crab meat as sort of a hidden treasure. That concoction was topped with sherry and we polished it off just like that. I wanted to lick the bowl. We also had the cheese and fruit plate. I had a strong bourbon cocktail that was perfectly mixed. It is stunningly beautiful in the lobby of the Belmond and I have already recommended this place to friends and family. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Very classy and professional environment. Live harp music and great drinks! We didn't order food! read more

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I love a good fancy hotel bar and this one fits the bill. It's a very refined space with a big central bar and several tables, both tucked away inside the space and spilling out into the marbled hotel lobby. The Club is located just off the famous big staircase in the Charleston Place lobby, but feels like an oasis once you're inside. I had both lunch and pre-dinner cocktails when I was here and loved both. The shrimp cocktail was eight big shrimp, paired in four little "shrimp 69s" with a lovely cocktail sauce. The she-crab soup was rich with lots of lump crab, plus they offer you added sherry when they serve it. Tried a couple of the house cocktails and they were well-made and sizeable. Pre-dinner highballs were also a good size. The staff is all ultra-professional and welcoming. This is one of the major amenities of the lovely Belmond Charleston Place hotel. read more

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Oh. My. Goodness. It was 100 degrees outside and we needed a break. Thank goodness we were able to walk right in and get a table. (The day prior we couldn't get a table). All was made better by our server Chris. I feel calling Chris a server doesn't do him justice. I felt like we were friends by the end of the meal. The turkey Club is absolutely amazing. My wife had a salad with chicken that she also loved. And wait for it...the Crème Brûlée is an absolute must have. If this lobby bar is any indication, we resolved to stay at this hotel next time we are in Charleston. read more

Incredible drinks, ambiance & bar tenders!! The vibe is elevated yet relaxed. We stayed at The Charlston Place and the Thoroughbred Club caught our eye as soon as we arrived! During our last night at the hotel we stopped by for a drink. The bartenders were so kind and easy going, the drinks were delicious, and the bar snacks were the cherry on top! The glassware is incredible. It's heavy and feels luxurious - a true cocktail lover knows the glassware is important because it makes the drink taste that much better! They let us bring our drinks to our room, and even gave us a to-go cup for our snacks. We absolutely adore everything about The Charlston Place and can't wait to come back! read more

Thoroughbred Club - Whiskey Sour & A yummy gin drink with lemon and cucumber! (Blanking on the name but it's on the menu!) - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Everyone's favorite spot around 2:00pm on a Saturday. It's a great location to kill time in a lovely dark restaurant. The food is excellent, and the waiters are friendly, but the service would be better before the rush. read more

Thoroughbred Club - Oysters Beef TarTar - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

If you are in search of a cozy relaxing space to go for an afternoon drink down town, The Thoroughbred Bar is the perfect place. Located within the Charleston Place block, it's vibrant fun & oh so festive. Grab a table & voila exceptional table service with a broad range of cocktails and coffee. Sit relax and enjoy the people watching. It's a place where you can easily drop in alone and not feel out of place. They have perfect pitch piano music, not too loud, making conversation a breeze. It's a little pricey but once in a while that's just fine , especially when you want to get out of the rat race of shopping and crowds. It's also an ideal spot when arranging to meet someone that you haven't had the chance to catch up with for a while. read more

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Although we had planned on going to another place for our last dinner in Charleston, we decided to stay here instead after being so impressed with the atmosphere and the amazing service from the truly dedicated staff. The dark wood paneling and the horse related memorabilia were stunning and gives this place its club feel. Our server Kimberly was an absolute gem whose dedication to her customers was phenomenal. We're so happy that we decided to spend our last night here at this wonderful place. And the icing on the cake was the being treated to the lovely music played by a harpist. read more

Stopped here for a quick bite and relax time just because it's a lounge and we've walked a lot that day.. a lounge with good food and great ambiance ! We ended up ordering a lot, even thou we had dinner reservations that evening , just because everything looked soo good on the menu and it didn't disappoint!! Had the Caesar's salad, lobster Mac and cheese , the cheese board, wings and boys had the burger .. everyone in our party loved it and the drinks were really good too read more

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The bar is great, if you can get in. They put people at the front who make you wait because they have a waiting list. Who has a waiting list for a bar?? We have gone to this bar for 40 years, but fortunately, not the only bar in town and since we can't ger into the bar we will no longer recommend people stay at Chaeston Place. read more

One of my favorite bars in town! The Thoroughbred captures vintage Charleston charm with its decor and atmosphere . Classic and upscale, the ambiance is enhanced through dim lighting , a beautiful mahogany bar and plush leather chairs and couches. Sit back and sip on one of their signature cocktails while enjoying the live pianist or guitarist. My favorite is the Chantilly - raspberry vodka with a mix of cranberry , pineapple , citrus and orange liquor. They offer a diverse tapas menu but keep in mind the food is prepared differently than what you would receive if you ordered the same thing at the hotel's restaurant, the Charleston Grill. I found this out when I ordered the bar's crabcakes- they're good, but the restaurant's version is another level amazing! The bar also offers a small tray of nuts that you will want to snack on . This is a great place for pre or post dinner cocktails, people watching and live music . I always love going here ! PS: Enjoy the complimentary valet parking at the hotel but be sure to tip the attendant. read more

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Thoroughbred Club is a nice hotel bar with a piano man but nothing too loud. Great conversation spot. Great drinks great service and the coffee was amazing! read more

Thoroughbred Club - a cup of coffee and a plate of cookies - Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Love the dim lit ambiance of this bar. The service is impeccable. The drink selection is grand. Stop in and enjoy, it's worth it!

I was in the Thorough Bred Lounge which is the bar and light snack of tapas service area of the Thoroughbred Club located inside the Belmond Charleston Place. As lounges go, it's about as elegant as bars or drinking lounges can get. It exudes classic cocktail lounge atmosphere in every detail. I found it really great to come across a classic upscale cocktail lounge and this is one of the better of them. Their cocktail list is every changing but always one of the best you can find with approximately 15 selection of light and dark cocktails. I had their Pink Hummingbird which consisted of St. Germain, sparkling rose and Campari. I've had them before at Old Pink in Savannah but theirs was basically only St. Germain and Champagne. I think the light touch of Campari added an extra finish, so I preferred it. But no matter what drink you may order you can count on it being expertly crafted. They also have an excellent choice of tapas. I started with their Lobster Roll which I found so good I even then had to try their Fried Oysters which was also excellent as it was totally unique as it came with a delightful wasabi, grated parm and a spinach cream. As far as bars and cocktail lounges go, you can't go wrong with the Thoroughbred. read more

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My husband and I have seen this place several times and always wanted to stop so on our anniversary we popped in to have a wonderful cocktail. Piano player was amazing and so was our server. Will be back soon to enjoy! read more

Such a great experience there this weekend. Christmas is especially beautiful and the pianists are always so talented and find the right volume level. The vibe is always "we are here to have a good time." We didn't eat this time, but a very varied menu will leave no one disappointed. The drinks are great. Martinis are my fave. Libby was our waitress and she was wonderful! read more

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Always elegant and always great. Bartenders are great and wine is wonderful. If you are looking for casual elegance, with a piano bar you have it here! read more