New American Restaurants in Charleston, SC

“Excellent service! The atmosphere was an amazing place to grab a drink and/or eat for the evening while socializing.“

“My girlfriends and I booked one of the 'Curated Chef Menus' for a bachelorette dinner recently and had an amazing experience! We had a group of 12 so I booked through their Event Manager and was given a few prix fixe menus to choose from. We went with the Red Sauce is for Lovers package - highly recommend!! The food was absolutely incredible, the portion sizes were great, and everyone left full & happy. My friends are still talking about the roasted cauliflower! And the dessert came out in the cutest little miniature espresso martini glasses. Definitely suggest going this route if you have a large group! Super seamless experience, and the service was great“

“Always amazing!! Cooking class with Chef Tyler was so fun!! Zero George is our go to in Charleston!“

“Great meal and awesome waitress“

“Get the ricotta gnocchi with the truffle service!“

“Vern’s Restaurant in downtown Charleston truly exceeded our expectations and left us with an unforgettable dining experience. The food was exceptional—quite possibly the best meal we have ever had.“

“Yet another great experience at Charleston Grill. We try to come here whenever we visit Charleston. The service is always awesome and the food is great. You get what you pay for... it's not inexpensive. The Crab Cake is always a great appetizer. And the scallops are beautiful prepared. We'll be back!“

“Not just a meal, but an experience. My taste buds are still craving everything at Wild Common. I would go back in a heartbeat. The food, wine som, creative cocktails, and atmosphere are 5 stars!“

“Unique cocktails; friendly knowledgeable waitstaff“

“Had a great experience and stay… we enjoyed our time at the pool bar. Bartenders were very engaging and friendly.. great group and they make great drinks. Cozy and quaint.. just wish they played music around pool and not just on the bar side.“

“The words Honeysuckle Rose. This place was soo amazing I had to go to google to find new ways to describe it. The food was exquisite!!! The service was top notch. They even took my jacket when I came in. Special shout out to Shane !!! He was the host super knowledgeable on all the wines. The wine complimented the dinner very well this was some of the best food I ever tasted. Super fancy !!! Shout out to Honeysuckle Rose“

“We had a wonderful experience last night at Bearcat. We had a rare "date night" and chose to sit at the bar while electing for the chefs tasting menu. WOW. The food was incredible, the service top notch and attentive. The whole experience was refined - plating, presentation, and even little history lessons while being served - but it was never "poncy" or "snooty" - it felt like anyone could come in, have an INCREDIBLE meal, fun conversation, and become part of the Bearcat family. We'll definitely be back- the scallops dish and the pork belly dish will be menu items I dream of until we return! P S. don't sleep on the cocktails! Whether ordering from the thoughtfully designed menu or requesting something creative from the bar team's minds - you won't be disappointed!“

“Jenn was the best waitress I have ever had and I go to restaurants for fun. She was caring and was passionate! The buffalo Brussels sprouts were amazing and the shrimp Gnocchi was to die for!!! 10/10 would recommend and ask for Jenn!!!“

“An entertaining chef, creative and exceptionally well-executed cuisine, a pleasingly funky ambience, and the delight at watching a fine chef at work, which equals a terrific experience.“

“Service, ambiance, and cuisine all extraordinary! Now one of my favorite restaurants of all time! Thank you Shane and your expert staff!!“

“Great food; great service“

“Came for lunch today and the food, service and portions were great! Highly recommend the Buttermilk Catfish Sandwich with the sauce that comes with truffle fries instead of mayo!“

“Best meal, service, and atmosphere we've had in Charleston! All our food was delicious, but the shrimp and grits was out of this world! Best decision we made was to eat there.“

“just a great experience, food , wine and service.“

“Food was excellent! Our server was excellent as well. We will be back!“

“I found out about Southbound, through my job. I had to go do some work there, and found the owner and everyone there, super friendly. Most people at restaurants ignore working people while they are there. As my 42nd anniversary was quickly approaching, I decided to give this place a try. Some of my past picks, have not been the best. Southbound cleared EVERY hurdle I have about restaurants. From the moment we approached the restaurant, great service began! While coming thru the gate, the hostess yelled out, "HEY LARRY" and then said, "This must be your beautiful wife"! Like CHEERS, it felt great to go somewhere, "Where everybody knows your name" We were seated and got to view the open fire oven. I had dropped off 42 roses the week before for them to put on our table, for my wife. Tropical storm Debbie, and downtown flooding prevented us from going exactly on our anniversary. I was worried that store bought roses, would not last thru the weeklong delay, Joel assured me everything would be taken care of, and not to worry. As we were seated, there on the table, sat 42 roses. Fresh, and arranged with baby breath flowers included. I was told the young lady with the hostess had arranged them. They were gorgeous! They also had an anniversary card on the table from them, not something I had dropped off. The service was tremendous, the food indescribably outstanding! I have only had steak Tar Tar once before in my life, and was greatly afraid to try it again, as the first time was awful. It was superb! They take great pride in the presentation of their food products. I felt like I was in an episode of Master Chef. We had the steak, as well as the Sea bass, okra, corn, sweet potatoes, and the Caramel cake. Everything absolutely wonderful! This was a truly wonderful and memorable dining experience!! I would give 100 stars, and a Siskel and Ebert two thumbs up! There was only one thing I was disappointed about. No sweet tea! Were In Charleston SC, no sweet tea. Everything else totally made up for it though. The staff even had everyone present sign a menu, wishing us a happy anniversry1 I will most definatly go there again for a special occasion. Thanks to Andrew, Joel, and the entire staff, for making this night special!!“

“Outstanding meal from the drinks to the she crab soup to the delicious entrees. The key lime pie was a great ending to the meal. Sara was fantastic and made wonderful suggestions for food - she had perfect timing and had just the right amount of conversation with us. Truly a memorable meal and reasonably priced, especially for Charleston. Will be back next time we are in town.“

“Loved absolutely everything about this restaurant. The sweet potato fries with vegan ranch were excellent. I had the basic bowl and wanted to just drink the green sauce! The combination of flavors was fantastic. The drinks were amazing as well. 10/10 would recommend.“

“All I can say is WOW. My sister and I were visiting for a girls weekend and came across The Belmont while walking King Street. From the welcoming staff as we entered seats were made available quickly! Let me tell you- their holiday and their full time cocktails are incredible. We sat at the bar, and James couldn’t have been sweeter-plus can that man make a martini like no other!! The Belmont will absolutely be on our “must visit” next time in Charleston!“

“Had the steak & cheese eggrolls, pulled pork nachos and pineapple passionfruit marg. All so good! Would def come back and recommend to others! 😁“

“Great customer service and great food!“

“If you’re looking for a fancy pre-dinner date night spot, this is it! It’s inside the Charleston Place, a super fancy hotel with plenty of decorations and exploration to do, including a huge model train set and dozens of Christmas trees when we went. The entrance to the Thoroughbred Club also had a grand piano and a harpist, and the inside of the Thoroughbred Club had another grand pianist playing live music. The environment was cozy and old-money, with complimentary fancy nuts. The drinks were great as well.“

“Oak has a great reputation for Charleston's best steaks and sides, atmosphere and service. Dining in the heart of downtown Charleston is the crowning gem! Hands down, Charleston's best!“

“What an amazing place, food, atmosphere and people were awesome!! Great Birthday Dinner!“

“Have to give a shoutout to the Manager and staff tonight (05/24/2024). They corrected my fried mater order and, after calling me and saying they couldn’t, were able to give us All Flats (very nice surprise), which is hard to find nowadays. EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE!! Mistakes happen but it’s how they are handled that matters. Thank you for excellent service.“

“Our server was amazing, she was very attentive, friendly, and gave us recommendations for us during our travels to Charleston.

We got the brunch buffet and a mimosa and after 20% tip our bill was $200. For this price, the taste of the food could have been better. About 70% of the food was good, but the breakfast potatoes, egg bake, prime rib roast, and chicken apple sausage were all lacking. The roast and sausage were very dry and tough and the egg bake was flavorless and watery. The potatoes were lacking in flavor aside from drowning in rosemary. We had the crème brûlée and you can tell it had been sitting for a period of time as the Carmel used sugar crust was soggy, but the flavor was still delicious. The grits were also pretty bland in my opinion.

The bacon was amazing as well as the roasted pork shoulder. All of the pastries were delicious as well as the assorted jams. The individual pure maple syrup bottles were a nice and cute touch. They also had local honey comb which was delicious!

The restaurant itself is beautiful and the ambiance is 10/10!“

“Best cocktails in Charleston!“

“Among the best Keylime pie that I’ve ever tasted! The shrimp Poboy was delicious, and the scallops were amazing. Lightly breaded perfectly prepared!“

“My wife and I visited Eleve for an afternoon refreshment and had a great experience. Katie, our server, was friendly and was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. We sat out on the rooftop patio which was very comfortable with a nice view. We can definitely recommend a visit here when you're visiting Charleston!“

“I’m a movie critic but I’m also a foodie! I’m picky about my food and service! If you have not been to THE SELECT downtown Charleston—you have no idea what you are missing!!! They have a SCRATCH KITCHEN!!!! I haven’t ENJOYED every single select piece of food in years! It’s better than any restaurant out there!!!! THE BAR IS AWESOME and the cocktail selection is amazing!!! There’s just nothing like it—no restaurant can compete with the quality of food, prices, or service!!!! And…the ambiance…. Just WOW!!!!! The Select - Charleston“

“She crab soup and filet mignon was great. Calamari was a little chewy and a super thick cut. Scallops were a little underdone, which made them chewy. They were plated with a cauliflower puree that tasted a little weird. Service was great. Really neat rustic atmosphere.“

“Holy crap, Red Palm’s food is fantastic. Service is top notch. Highly recommend . Definitely a must stop in Charleston“

“Best experience well recommended. Ashley is the best server ever!!!!“

“My family celebrated my birthday for the first time at Stars Restaurant and it was amazing experience!! To cold for the rooftop but the atmosphere inside was wonderful!!😉“

“An entertaining chef, creative and exceptionally well-executed cuisine, a pleasingly funky ambience, and the delight at watching a fine chef at work, which equals a terrific experience.“

“My favorite birthday cake is coconut. My daughter got me one of your 12 pound coconut cakes for my 70th birthday. Absolutely the best coconut cake I’ve ever had. Highly recommend !“

“Shout out to Candice and team for a great event. The planning was easy and the staff was really great. It is hard to manage 200 for luncheon. I did it for many years and there are always little additions or changes the day of and this team handled it all with speed and grace. Events here will not be disappointed. It’s a well oiled machine. Thanks to all! David, Renee, Candice - everyone.“

“Bar Mash - The Perfect Spot for Charleston Euchre Club! Bar Mash in downtown Charleston is an exceptional venue where our Charleston Euchre Club meets every Tuesday. The ambiance is warm and welcoming, with a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere that's perfect for our weekly euchre games. The staff is always friendly and attentive, making sure we have everything we need to enjoy our time there. The bar offers a fantastic selection of craft beers, cocktails, and delicious food, all at reasonable prices, which makes it easy to stay for hours and enjoy the evening. Whether you're a regular or a newcomer, Bar Mash provides the perfect setting for great games, good drinks, and even better company. We highly recommend it for any group gathering or casual night out!“

“Spent many late afternoons with Ralph at this great eatery Great Food and great customer service“

“My husband and I went for our anniversary. The food was excellent and the service was superior. Definitely our new spot!“

“John our server was so professional and cool. great sense of humor and we loved that he let us pick and him. and we enjoyed him picking at us. you will be very happy with the food awesome service“

“They made the most amazing Christmas dinner for me and my family!!! Worth every penny spent!!!!“

“Great service and clean.“

“a fun new experience with good food.“

“The Rarebit…what can I say about the Rarebit? Have you ever visited a place whether it was for vacation or work or just passing through and thought “wow! If I lived here this would be my go to”! This place makes me jealous of anyone that lives here. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this beautiful history filled city and always love southern charm and hospitality but “The Rarebit” will always be remembered from our visit here. The food was delicious!! The service, on a scale of 1 through 10, was somewhere around 23. To be honest, I normally don’t leave reviews but I just couldn’t let this one go. My wife and I hated leaving this fine establishment at the end of our meal…we should’ve stayed longer…maybe another drink or 5…another dessert or an order of wings that I turned down and am now regretting…WTH was I thinking?? Anyway, my lovely wife had just the house salad with balsamic which she called “perfect”! She ordered a side of fried shrimp which was breaded with what was described as breaded with “Charleston Heat”, I have no idea what that is but I would love to know who invented it because that person is a genius! I’d love to shake that person’s hand…fist bump…high 5…maybe a hug and just a friendly “love ya man! What’s your recipe?” I personally had the red snapper special…delicious…perfectly prepared…and the vegetables were out of this world…what man in his right mind says “the vegetables were out of this world”? Weird right? But then again, the vegetables were out of this world…so yeah! Overall great combination of flavors! We are so thankful for this evening meal. The Rarebit is a gem in my mind. I can only end this with a wish that I could visit often…I wish I could try the lunch menu…I wish I lived in Charleston so I could visit frequently and make The Rarebit my “Go To”! Loved our evening and thank you so very much!“