We came across this place because we were looking for a place where we could all eat. I loved…read moreseeing all the stickers and graffiti - it kept it interesting. They have 8, 10, 12, and 16 inch offerings. We had the beatnik is good with honey. I really enjoyed their music - they had an awesome playlist. It was counter service but the staff were friendly. We'd go back when we're in the area.

Service was great, fast, and very kind. They messed up the order but they told us and fixed it and…read morewe didn't have to pay for the mistake, which I always appreciate! The pizza was good, but I definitely felt like something was missing. I think more seasoning would be good and some of the specialty pies could benefit from additional ingredients like a balsamic glaze. I don't think I would order the garlic bread again, it was just okay, and the sauce wasn't very seasoned, nothing to write home about. Definitely a bar type atmosphere. Restroom door locks, but it barely closes, would be great if they fixed it!

#1 soft shell crab in Charleston…read more Massive soft shell crab deep fried to perfection on a place over delicious lemon risotto with ample trout roe and fresh dill. Not only the best soft shell in Charleston, but also one of the best dishes I've ever had in Charleston. Paired with a nice white wine.

Melfi's is one of my favorite restaurants that we have been enjoying since it opened. This is a…read moregreat place to enjoy with friends, ask to sit at the circular booth near the entrance. I love the inside decor, reminds me of a restaurant in Hell's Kitchen. There is a fantastic long bar to sit at, and the cocktail service is top notch. I always enjoy the Last Word here, while my husband enjoys the negroni sour. On our recent visit we enjoyed the Stretch Armstrong pizza. We were pleasantly surprised by the tomato sauce, and that stracciatella cheese was perfect gooeyness of flavor. We shared a beautiful lettuce salad, but it did not appeal to us; too much frisee. Entrees though were the stars, I had the mafalde with heritage pork and veal bolognese. The pasta was perfectly cooked al dente, and its cut easily held the bolognese sauce. There was a delightful spiciness to it also. Then my husband had the cacio e pepe bucotini. This rich sauce was made with plenty of butter, parmigiana reggiano and pecorino romano. Yum! With all that we had to end with dessert, and we enjoyed the zabaglione and cherry chocolate budino. The budino was the winner, with delicious cherries hidden inside the thick chocolate dessert. We've also enjoyed espresso martinis before, but did not order tonight. Melfi's is a gem of Italian elegance in flavor, service and ambience. We will continue to return and experience it again.

This is a small Italian eatery that punches well above it size. Our dining experience was fabulous…read more The menu is diverse and the quality of the food was beyond all expectations. Service was crisp and friendly. If you happen to be in downtown Charlestown you must make this a destination to try for dinner. You won't be disappointed. Best to make reservations as seating limited. One of the beat dining operations in Charlestown. The bar is also a great place to eat/drink and make friends at.

Stopped in mid week and sat at the bar. Good service and…read morehelp on making selection from the food menu. Small spot with tables lining the walls. Feels like family owned and truly local that makes you think you found a good spot. Chicken parm was good, little tough on the meat but sauce was great. It's in a busy part of downtown, so plenty to walk around to after the meal. Would visit again!

We had the most amazing service and dinner experience at Indaco Friday night!!! We went there after…read morewe got engaged to celebrate and they took amazing care of us and made us feel so special on the best day of our lives, and they were part of why we will always remember that day! Thank you to the bar and the manager for taking care of us. The food was spectacular especially since I have celiac disease too. We will always come back there to celebrate!

This has been on my list for a while and I'll surely come back!…read more I started with the focaccia which was warm, airy and paired perfectly with the pimento forward olive tapenade and whipped ricotta. Enough for 3 people to have a sizable piece. If you're looking for an indulgent, knock your socks off pasta, GET THE TRUFFLE SPAGHETTI! It is completely worth the price and enough for 2 people to split to feel better about the spend. The lumache Nero had a solid kick to it and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. For dessert, we chose the olive oil cake and tiramisu. I'd definitely order the cake again especially to taste that lemon curd again! The interior is dimly lit, great for a date night or special occasion. There's an open kitchen so you can watch the food being cooked along with a large bar. Service was fantastic and welcoming from start to finish.

Pizzeria Di Giovanni was absolutely worth it. The pizza was amazing, fresh, flavorful, and exactly…read morewhat you want when you are in the mood for something truly satisfying. We ordered the largest size, and it was so good we ended up eating the whole thing. That alone says everything. The flavor, the quality, and the overall experience made it memorable. Our 16 year old late 6 slices by himself. If you are looking for pizza that is genuinely delicious and hits the spot, this is definitely a place I would recommend.

Years later and still yummy. Christmas Eve slices were 100!…read moreHot and fresh. The guy working- so kind. I am glad to see they are still here and I hope you will go grab a slice asap and support this little Charleston gem.

Walked in after 7 on a Tuesday night for a slice of pizza. I ordered a slice of pepperoni and I had…read moreit within a few minutes. A huge slice and very hot. Had a good taste, with a fair amount of pepperoni and plenty of cheese. It was very good and if you're in the area and want something quick, hot, and delicious, stop by. Prices are reasonable to IMO.

Ahhh definitely had high hopes for this pizza. This was supposed to be our first good meal for Bach…read moreweekend. I must say we were definitely disappointed by the quality of the pizza. Very think and cardboard tasting. They advertised a no cheese pizza for non-dairy consumers. It was a very thin layer of sauce with sporadic onions and peppers sprinkled throughout. You can't really go in and just order by the slice for the non dairy option, we had to buy it whole. The service was great and the staff was very friendly. Staff was an easy 5 stars. Pizza more like a 2.5 stars. Very limited seating inside. So ordering for takeout would be the better option.

Came from out of town for a bachelorette party, spent the entire day hungover at the hotel, unable…read moreto keep anything down. So I walk over to Bennys on advice of the front desk. There was no judgment from the staff as I arrived in my PJs from the night before and kept my sunglasses on indoors to hid my shame. This. Pizza. Saved. My. Life I scarfed it down, it's terrific greasiness reenergized me, and I rallied hours later for another night on King. Delicious, hot, huge single slice. Exactly what I needed, and I recommended it to everyone else in the group. Seems like a well-known local staple place, but I can't recommend it enough!!

Standard pizza. Not great. Not a lot of selection. Service with a frown. I won't be going back.read more

One of my favorite pizza places in CHS so far! I like that they use sourdough! They have great…read morehappy hour deals like $4 slices, $8 meatballs, and a $3 pretzel! The meatballs are a MUST!! The service is great and the atmosphere is fun and inviting. This place is packed most nights so get there early, but they have a lot of outdoor seating.

I freaking love this place…read more Eating pizza now at home and watching some college football. Bakers is near where our twin baby granddaughters live. On a nice day we might take them there down the bike path in their stroller. Other nights we get takeout when we're leaving their place. And then pass maybe 15 other pizza places on the way home. The pizzas are really really good. Perfect crust. The Caesar salad is as good or better than any pizza spot in town. And here's a pro tip. Meatballs. Get some meatballs appetizer. Money. Tonight our pizza is a simple 16" pepperoni and mushroom. Perfect.

I will preface this by saying that I have a bad habit of visiting restaurants at weird times (4pm…read morein this case), after lunch but before they get into the groove of dinner service. So it's entirely possible (and understandable) that I don't always get the best of what a place has to offer. That said, this was the worst pizza I've ever eaten. I was happy to see a place offer NY style pizza by the slice; you don't find that a lot in Charleston. Well, you won't find it here either. It was, generously, a home cook's first attempt at making pizza. There's something fundamentally off with the dough recipe, such that even a wood fired oven can't save it. The slices were overloaded with cheese. It was like eating wet cardboard. The meatballs were pretty good! The bartender was super pleasant and the space is attractive and welcoming. But they cannot make pizza. Normally I'm loathe to air out my business on Yelp like this; I prefer to communicate with the server if there's a problem with my food. But this wasn't an execution issue that could be fixed. A do-over would've produced the same result. Maybe, MAYBE they crush it with the neopolitan specialty pies. But I'll never know.

pizza was so good,crust was thin with a crispy bottom. i highly recommend the meatball pizza. They…read morenight we went there was also live music. Price wise, the pizza was fairly priced would recommend.

Renzo is awesome. Went yesterday and honestly didn't expect it to be that good. They've got a daily…read morehappy hour from 5 to 6 with solid drink and pizza specials, which is definitely the move. We started with the Caesar salad which was great, then got the Wrath of Kahn and a margarita pizza. Both were really good, but the miso meatballs were the standout and an absolute hit. Service was great the whole time and the place was already packed right when we got there at 5, which says a lot. Definitely worth checking out.

Split 4 different pizzas with friends and they were all great! I forget the names but the…read moreprosciutto apple pie and another with pesto were my 2 favorites Our server was helpful and checked in on us regularly. I loved being able to see pack into the kitchen a bit from front of house! They had an outdoor seating area in the back also that looked amazing. Seemed a bit more casual than inside which is a great option