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    Allison T.

    Beautiful location and refreshing to be able to get in when this is the same chef that used to have my favorite Trattoria Luca and this is the sister restaurant to Coda del pesce. Staff is friendly and prompt to spot any needs at your table. The menu can be either fixed or Al a cart. It was 70 a person and we were able to taste all of the wonderful features which I recommend. The menu changes daily. He has a staple red sauce that should hopefully show up often with freshly made pasta. The flounder was in a rich buttery burre blanc style sauce. Class chicken parmigiana and the starters married together very well. Served family style there is enough to split everything. We left full! It was delicious!

    Al N.

    We had an incredible experience at Volpe. It is an awesome spot for big groups with a family style setup and a set menu that changes daily, so just keep that in mind if you are a picky eater. The food was absolutely delicious, the atmosphere was warm and lively, and the service was phenomenal. Huge bonus that they also have a parking lot right across the street. Could not recommend it enough.

    Kimberly S.

    Got invited by Chef Kevin! The food, drinks and Italian hospitality were amazing. Would recommend for dinner if you're visiting or a local of Charleston.

    Jeffery B.

    Best meal I've had since moving to Charleston, so far. This Italian restaurant mainly offers a price fixe menu that changes every day. I enclosed a pic of the menu we were offered the day we visited. Every item was delicious, even if the menu was difficult to decipher, but our server clarified everything that was offered. The crudo was actually a combination of wahoo, tuna, and Skate, much to the chagrin of one of my partners, lol. The only drawback, the place was loud. Hearing my tablemates required effort.

    Brown Butter Polenta Cake, Solerno Macerated Strawberries
    Sarah B.

    Olivia was our wonderful server. She knew the menu really well and led us to great wine choices. Everything was just delicious and as Olivia said, it may seem it is going to be a lot of food but it's all portioned just right so it works great. Don't miss the bread which is extra but so worth it. We were there on a Tuesday and they were busy but we could hear each other talking- wonderful evening!!

    Flounder
    Brian C.

    The Hungry Detective and Special Agent Deirdre had a wonderful first time experience at Volpe's located right in the heart of the medical district. Great views from the bar and tables to people watch with an open kitchen!!! Michael the bartender is top shelf and knows his stuff and selected a great white wine to accompany our meal!!! The food: We had the fixed menu which I suggest and started with a variety of cheese, arugula salad with pistachios and mushroom agrodolce, pasta and braised beef. Main Course: Flounder and Pork Cutlets Dolce: The key lime cheese cake is better than S*X!!!

    Burrata arugula salad
    Elle H.

    The food was so so good. This was my first time here and wasn't sure what to expect but it definitely was above my expectations. The service was excellent and the bartender really made the dinner a level better. It's a family style restaurant with an option to do the whole menu (menu changes often). We ended up doing a la carte and the portions were perfect for getting multiple items. The restaurant was a lot bigger (but still small) than I was expecting and it wasn't too squished together which was nice. Highly recommend!

    Salad & Mushrooms
    Carly M.

    To say our dinner experience here was disappointing would be putting it mildly. I truly wish Volpe's the absolute best and hope they're able to grow from these early missteps. My partner and I dine around Charleston frequently and have never left before a dinner was finished. I'm not someone who typically leaves negative reviews, but my expectations and the reality of the evening were simply disconnected. The restaurant offers a four-course menu. It's four appetizers, one pasta, one meat, one fish, and a dessert, all adjusted based on the size of your party. There's also the option to order à la carte. Spoiler alert: We left after appetizers. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was overwhelming. The noise level was so high we couldn't hear our hostess, each other, or our server. Judging by the soundproof foam covering the ceiling, this is a known issue. Our table wasn't ready when we got there (not a big deal), and we were encouraged to grab a drink at the bar. The bartender was the bright spot of the night. He was friendly, fast, and personable. That said, for a restaurant aiming for a fine dining experience, it was jarring to see a can of Zyn's on the bar register. Our hostess was sweet but clearly overwhelmed, which is understandable in a new restaurant. I was surprised not to see a manager offering a helping hand. Unfortunately, the dining experience itself fell flat. Our server didn't greet us with any warmth and was cold and rude throughout our time dining here. He offered no "how are you tonight", just a scripted explanation of the menu before walking away. Even when he dropped food off, he essentially threw it down and walked away quickly. He never checked in with us again. As for the food, I came in with high expectations given the chef's James Beard nomination, but the dishes were bland and uninspired. Our four appetizers were shrimp arancini, a salad with bleu cheese, grapes, and olives, burrata with pesto, and sautéed mushrooms. The mushrooms and burrata were passable but forgettable. It was something any barely capable home cook could prepare. The shrimp arancini and salad were simply not good. After those courses, my dining partner and I decided to leave early. We asked to switch our bill to reflect à la carte pricing and wrapped up. No one asked if anything was wrong, no manager came to check in, and there was no sense of hospitality or concern. Overall, the experience seemed to suffer from a lack of leadership. I didn't see a manager on the floor once. One of the chefs even delivered a dish to a table while still wearing AirPods. Between the cheap plastic placemats, the overwhelming noise, and the lack of ambiance, it felt far from the elevated, romantic Italian dining experience that was promised.

    Mixed Antipasta
    Lisa S.

    A big disappointment. We didn't realize when we booked that there is only one menu with few options every day. Tasting menu is $70 per person which is overpriced for what you get. The food lacks flavor, is unimaginative and the portions are small. The service is below average. While the food was served in a timely manner, trying to get our waiters attention to clear the table and bring dessert was challenging. Also, they forgot to put the birthday candle on my friend's dessert. Small details can make or break an experience and this place does not live up to the hype. Pictures show the portion size for two.

    Ashley L.

    Every month my friends and I like to try something new. This time a charming, neighborhood, Italian restaurant new to the Charleston area was next. I'm very fond of Chef Ken Vedrinski's talents and they permeated through every bite. We chose the prefix menu and it was phenomenal. My favorite was the burrata which was very creamy with fresh veggies. Also, I'm a sucker for a great Ceaser salad and this was perfect. The pasta with local shrimp was flavorful and was a table favorite. The flounder was amazing and lastly, we had Lime & Amaretti Cheesecake. Each dish was a journey through the chef's vision and we loved it! Love the decor and waiter Christina was awesome she explained everything. Our friend had a shrimp allergy and the Chef accommodated her well. He made a similar dish just for her. I also got the Bellini in the bottle and it was great. I parked on the street and there's a garage very close by. I would definitely come back.

    Chicken Parm
    Debby W.

    We made our first visit to Volpe's recently. We went with friends who'd been there before. The atmosphere is great. Warm, inviting and welcoming. Our server was excellent. Nice young man, I want to say his name was Wilder but not certain. He was knowledgeable, friendly and did a really good job of taking care of us. Volpe's has a set family style restaurant. We were served several appetizers and most were very good. The shrimp appetizer had good flavor but the shrimp were mealy. Next was the pasta dish. A curly noodle in a clam sauce. It was excellent! ( and I don't even like clams!) next, the entree. The chicken parm was probably the best I've ever had. The Wahoo however was confusing. While it was breaded and obviously fried or sautéed, it was cold and raw. When we asked about it we were told that's how it's served. None of us ate the fish. If the fish was being served more or less sushi style the menu should have reflected that. The manager did come and speak to us, made apologies and was very nice. She gave us all a complimentary glass of prosecco. Dessert was fine. Here's the take away. For the most part the food was good. At $67 a person it's not cheap but not expensive. With a bottle of wine and a tip our tab was almost $250. A little steep for the casual dining experience. I would recommend trying this restaurant. We will probably go back and try it again. We are big fans of Volpe's sister restaurant Code DePesci.

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    We enjoyed the bar and the dining experience. The food was delicious and the staff were great. We will go back. Ken has done it again !!

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    Convenient neighborhood restaurant near MUSC. Good service, ambience and great food!

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