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    Topsail Restaurant

    4.4 (209 reviews)
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    Romantic

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    Lobster Deviled Eggs
    Jay J.

    Topsail was really good. The food tasted great, the service was superb (thank you Joe), and the atmosphere was relaxed. The restaurant is a couple of blocks off Shem Creek and much less crowded then the restaurants on Shem Creek. You don't get the same view, but the food is just as good, if not better. The main eating area is set up around the bar. There are lots of bar seats, tables all around the walls, outdoor seating (some gliders) around gas fire pits, and some more tables off to the left. We started with lobster deviled eggs, which were really good (8/10). For the main dishes, we ordered: - Shrimp Gnocchi (9/10) - Roasted garlic alfredo sauce with arugula, cherry tomatoes, and balsamic glaze - Lobster & Grits (8/10) - Fresh lobster meat, lobster cream gravy, bacon, cherry tomatoes, caramelized onions If we lived in the area, we would definitely return.

    Fish Du Jour
    Claire H.

    I had a group of 12 and they had space for us at the right time for our reservation. They were super friendly and explained to us all the options they had and were very understanding with everything. The food was also amazing!! The only thing stopping me from giving them a 5 star is that one of the waiters spilled some sauce from my meal on my dress, and when they had asked if they spilled any, I said yes. However, they just apologized and walked away. It wasn't too big of a spill, so that's ok.

    Lobster grits.
    Nicole H.

    Service from Bobby was STELLAR. We've made reservations at so many places during our honeymoon week with those notes on the reservation and this was the ONLY restaurant in Charleston which not only acknowledged it, but offered us dessert for it. (Sadly we were too full.) Food was good but we had shells in the she crab soup AND in both of our lobster and grits. Lots of shells. Very bummed about this. As a side note, I told the server about my severe allergy to clams and muscles and he went above and beyond to make sure none of our food was at risk and he let me know what was safe to eat after checking with the chef. I really wish there wouldn't have been so many shells in our food, it would have been a perfect 5. I'd still recommend this place though, especially because of the service. Dinner for 2, no alcoholic drinks, and a side salad and cup of soup was just 100.

    Meg C.

    Awesome! The food was spectacular. Yes it's pricier but we'll worth it. I had the salmon entree and their Brussels sprouts were out of this world. Perfectly crispy with lots of flavor and perhaps a balsamic glaze? Their key like pie is clearly made all in house from the crust to the filling. It was delightful. Our waiter was wonderful, attentive and patient with my always confused mom. The interior is cozy and upscale but you don't need to dress to the nines to come. Small parking lot in the back as well.

    Chicken Milanese
    Chris E.

    My asian Tuna was excellent, the chicken Milanese was also very good, and a huge portion, the brussels sprouts appetizer was also excellent. Service was great, very professional, we highly recommend this restaurant!

    Seafood platter
    Kelly G.

    We had the seafood platter. It was delicious. The hush puppies with Cajun honey butter are amazing. Great service. Don't let the looks deceive you. We will define be back.

    Carlie M.

    Food is really good and lots of good choices. Nice cocktail menu too. My fish seemed slightly over cooked but the crab meat was AMAZING! Service was really good.

    Seafood platter
    Gabriela B.

    A must try!! From the curb appeal we weren't sure if we would like it but the food was outstanding! We started with the lobster sauce scallops which were good but we couldn't taste the lobster at all. The seafood platter was very good but the scallops were out of this world good. The peaches with scallop combination was surprisingly the perfect pairing. The service was good, not great and the place was overall not too loud! The good food makes this place deserve a 5/5!

    Kyle D.

    Overall: Great service to compliment a quality meal! The good: The food was pretty good, but the service is what stood out for us. Our waiter (I can't quite remember his name, maybe Dean? ((He claimed to be the pastry chef/baker)) had a great sense of humor and was attentive. He made a self-proclaimed sexist joke at one point in the meal, and felt bad so he brought us out a free slice of chocolate cake (also helped that we were on our honeymoon, which he found out after). The cake was indulgent, moist, choclately, and simply incredible. The complimentary hush puppies were also a highlight, as was the lobster roll appetizer. The not-so-good: The ceviche was average. It was an interesting pairing of pineapple, peaches (if I remember), and tuna, but it didn't quite work. Food/drink: 9/10 Atmosphere: 9/10 Service: 9.5/10

    PEI Mussels
    Bill E.

    What a surprise on our inaugural visit to this small yet delightful restaurant. I had the PEI Mussels in the most delicious lobster sauce. The taste of these fantastic mussels was exceeded only by this exquisite sauce. All of this while experiencing the exemplary service of our server...she was so well informed and professional. I'll return to TOPSAIL.

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    The food and service was fantastic and great atmosphere I highly recommend this restaurant

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