“Went to Charleston to celebrate ? my husband's birthday. Learned about the Forte and it was a great way to finish off our day with glasses of wine and delicious live music. Each musician was so incredibly seasoned and delightful to listen to. Thank you!“
“My wife and I absolutely love this restaurant and come here as often as we can. It's a wonderful husband-and-wife-owned Italian restaurant, and you can truly feel the passion and care they put into every single dish.
I travel all over Europe and I've eaten at countless Italian restaurants along the way. I can honestly say this is the best pasta in the area—hands down. Every meal is consistently outstanding. The pasta is always cooked perfectly, the sauces are rich and flavorful, and every dish is made with care. We've never had a meal here that disappointed us.
The service is just as exceptional as the food. The staff is incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, making you feel like family every time you walk through the door. It's the kind of place that genuinely appreciates its customers, and that shows in every interaction.
I honestly don't understand how anyone could leave anything less than a five-star review. This restaurant consistently delivers amazing food, outstanding service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. If you're looking for authentic Italian food made by people who truly care about what they do, this is the place. My wife and I will continue coming back again and again, and we recommend it to everyone we know.“
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“A neat little speak-easy with delicious drinks and awesome service. Went here while on a pub crawl tour or else might not have found it! Had a Manhattan that was excellent and my friend had an Old Fashioned that he also highly recommends. It is a small area but very interesting and eclectic.“
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“Food was excellent, drinks were wonderful and the atmosphere is classy. Steak was cooked perfectly and portions were appropriate. Service was top notch including recommendations. We were staying at The Charleston Place so were also given suggestions and information on the other onsite dining establishments. Greatly enjoyed our time and will certainly be returning.“
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“I always have The Belmont at the top of my list when people ask me which bar to try next in Charleston. It’s a very appealing place for a 30 and up crowd, although 21+ are welcome. This is where you go for well-crafted cocktails and a high quality of ingredients, all made in house.
Fresh squeezed fruit juices and home-made specialty syrups make all the difference for a great drink. They carry a well-curated liquor selection and really care about what they serve to their guests.
They refresh their house cocktail menu seasonally, so there’s always something new to try along with all the classics.
Vincent is your favorite bartender’s favorite bartender!“
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“My husband and I came here not really knowing what to expect but just heard about it through the grape vine. Katie was our host for the evening and words cannot express enough how amazing she was. Her knowledge of wines, and just alcohol in general lead us in the direction we didn’t know we needed for the perfect night. We enjoy the BEST wine and BEST REAL espresso martini I have ever had.
We had the best time carrying on with Katie and enjoying our night. For Katie alone we would be back, but we will 100% be back for cocktails, food, and the atmosphere.“
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“Unique cocktails; friendly knowledgeable waitstaff“
“Love trio my personal favorite way to end a night in Charleston. Great music and dance atmosphere. Bartenders are great Jenna is super nice getting drinks is easy and friendly.“
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“Best cocktails in Charleston!“
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“This was such an awesome place to let loose and sing like no one was watching. Thanks to Jerimah the DJ, he went above and beyond to create an inclusive atmosphere and really made the night!“
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“Wonderful ambiance and service. Fantastic drinks!“
“Great dj and music !!!! Highly recommend will be back“
“Beautiful hotel with an exceptional lobby. Great bar with a killer espresso martini. Rooms are nicely designed with comfortable beds. Bathrooms were clean and had a huge shower. Staff were friendly and eager to help. Great location within walking distance to everything.“
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“Great place to dine with a large or small group. Delicious food with great service. We had a group of 34 and everything went smoothly. Highly recommended!!“
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“My brother surprised me with a visit to the Black Diamondz Lounge for my birthday. I danced, ate all the seafood a woman could want and had a great time! Thank you for a truly special birthday experience.“