I would 10/10 recommend Basic Kitchen to anyone visiting Charleston! Perfect for brunch or lunch after walking on King Street. It's a sit down brunch spot with a warm atmosphere. I'd make a reservation. Staff was very respectful of food allergies. Good vegan options. Very inclusive menu. I highly recommend the sweet potato fries. My boyfriend and I still talk about how good they are! read more

Basic Kitchen - Sweet potato fries with vegan ranch - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

I was disappointed. I've been wanting to try this place for a while. Perhaps it was an off night, but I walked away hungry and sad. The good things were a great waiter, Jackson. No complaints on the service. The decor is very cute and I loved the atmosphere. However, I ordered the coconut chicken bowl. The price was $25, for a small amount of food. The Carolina Gold Rice was overcooked and a weird texture. The chicken portion was minimal and also way overcooked. The herbs were wilty, and there were like 5 bean sprouts with 3 bok choy leaves. I was just left with a "WTF" feeling to this dish. The peanut sauce was flavorful at least? I guess? The bill also said that 3% fee is added to ALL purchases, not just if paid with a card. What?? Anyway, I could try it again, but I prob won't. read more

We had a wonderful dinner at Basic Kitchen, located just a short walk from King Street. The restaurant has a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that feels very community-driven and intimate, making it a great spot for a relaxed dinner. When we visited on a weekday evening, we were seated quickly with no wait! We started with the corn ribs, which were honestly one of the BEST appetizers we've ever had! They had the texture and flavor of ribs but were made from corn and served with an incredible chipotle dipping sauce that brought everything together perfectly! For our main dish, we ordered the spinach and feta pita, which was warm, gooey, and packed with flavor. The pita was stuffed with spinach and feta, making it rich and comforting--almost like a warm hug. It also came with a fresh side salad that was tangy and refreshing, which balanced the richness of the pita really well! I do wish that the pita was a bit more flavorful on the inside, not just the outside. My husband also ordered an Old Fashioned and said it was excellent. Overall, the food felt incredibly fresh and thoughtfully prepared. If you're looking for a cozy spot in Charleston with fresh ingredients and great flavors, this place is definitely worth visiting! read more

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Came here for dinner. Great vegetarian and vegan options. No meat/seafood is fried so no cross contamination of vegetarian fried items. Got the sweet potato fries with the vegan ranch dressing. That dressing deserves a 10. So good. I also got the vegan Caesar salad. It was good, nothing special. My friend got the basic bowl and said it was good. Our server was sweet and friendly. Inside was open and airy. Would come back to try other things if I was visiting longer. read more

Basic Kitchen - Vegan Caesar - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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A wonderful Mother's Day lunch! All of our food was fantastic. The sweet potato fries MELT in your mouth. As someone who has to avoid gluten, shellfish, and dairy, this place is so wonderful for all food restrictions and they have many safe options for me to eat. I also highly recommend their mocktails! Our service was great, staff were friendly. Sitting near the front window was such a treat with the beautiful flowers behind us in the flower box. read more

Basic Kitchen - Falafel sandwich with sweet potato fries - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

This place was giving almond mom, in the sense that it was healthy and had well-balanced meals. Plus, there were options that could accommodate everyone's dietary needs. The Cauli Wings didn't quite meet my expectations, felt like we've had better. Unfortunately, the chicken in the shawarma bowl was way too dry to eat. However, the rest of the bowl with its sauce pairings was pretty good. read more

Basic Kitchen - Cauli Wings - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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What a cute place, and I didn't even see the section that is outdoors! The food is simple, delicious, and cohesive. Our server was in the final weeks of her pregnancy and feeling it, but was so sweet and attentive. I do wish they had more options on the food menu. The beet margarita was interesting and the Negroni was incredibly strong. It was reasonably priced. I'd eat here again. read more

Basic Kitchen - Negroni - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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My mom and I came in on a Friday afternoon and were able to be seated right away. The outside of the restaurant looks like something you would walk right by, but the inside was bustling. It is decorated beautifully and has high ceilings. Just from looking at people's food as we were being seated I could tell this was going to be a fantastic and fresh meal. Our server greeted us and first asked if we had any allergies she should know about. While neither of us do, I thought this was a kind gesture. I was also able to observe all the servers and the hostess working together to make the whole restaurant run smoothly, with everyone helping out where they could. I ordered the Shawarma Bowl and my mom ordered the Good Burger with a Golden Latte with espresso and coconut milk. When asked if my mom wanted avocado on her burger she said no, but it still came with avocado and we were charged for it. She was not too upset though because she agreed the avocado should have been on the burger. Overall the food was incredibly flavorful, fresh, and creative. If I ever have the chance to dine in Charleston again I would definitely come back here, as the whole menu looks enticing! read more

Basic Kitchen - Golden Latte w/ espresso and coconut milk - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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What a great detox brunch after a night of partying! Our bachelorette group of 11 got the first resy of the day at 10am on a Sunday. We were seated promptly and our waitress was very nice. Most of us got coffees and a few girls tried the wellness shot flights. Two of the girls were going to share a wellness shot flight but were convinced to get separate orders at the recommendation of the waitress and then ended up not finishing the shots as they were larger than anticipated. I got the burger as my meal and it was a good size and very tasty as were the sweet potato fries that it came with. The menu was not very large but our group was not picky and all found something they really enjoyed. Would recommend to others! read more

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This was such a fun brunch for our party of four! We were seated on the patio and had perfect weather in Charleston in November. Our server was very sweet and friendly and took great care of us. We had a few different folks come check on us/bring food over/clear the table, and I always appreciate those table touches. The beet margartia was really tasty and not too sweet, and it's just such a beautiful color - you can't beet it ;) Breakfast was delicious and we were all very happy with what we ordered. Both the veggie (good) and regular (naughty) burgers were tasty and the sweet potato fries were just AMAZING. I had the "conscious cowboy" plate and it was super unique and tasty. The corn ribs were such a good treat - you have to try them. Easy to eat, perfectly cooked and season, great to share with the table. We hung out and took our time enjoying the meal, and everything was awesome. read more

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Really didn't love this spot and wouldn't go back. I ordered the basic bowl and it just missed the mark. The vegan in the group felt her meal was fishy which she didn't care for. We arrived a few minutes after our reservation and were told we couldn't be seated because they didn't have enough menus. I noticed our table was set and asked if we could just sit without menus and they said that wasn't possible. Just kind of strange behavior when all we wanted was to sit and have some water before the menus were available. Really cute interior though! read more

The vibe and atmosphere were trendy and dark. It was romantic, in that respect. I'd heard great things about the mocktails, so I was disappointed to be served one that came prepackaged in a bottle. Don't get me wrong- the phony Negroni was delicious but not exactly the gastronomical delight I'd been expecting. We shared the cauliflower wings, which were great. Then I had the veggie burger and sweet potato fries, which were also tasty. My husband enjoyed the burger, but didn't think it was as good as it should have been for that price. The server was very kind, but I think he was a bit overextended because service was very slow. We'd finished our drinks and wings when he finally turned up to ask if we wanted entrees. Considering how exhausted we were from a day of sightseeing, we wished we'd been in and out a little quicker. Although I can't fault him for considering the possibility that we wanted to linger. All that to say, it was fine. read more

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Different & VERY GOOD! Good crowd but not at all noisy. Most excellent service by Bryan! Nice beverages, Banana Bread, Corn Ribs to start. Smoked Salmon toast YUMZ. Amazing tastes of Veggie Bowl and Chicken Sausage. And now for the Chocolate Tahini Tart!! If you've never been, STOP, DROP and ROLL IN!! read more

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Sweet potato fries were offered on the house when the kitchen notepad an extra ordered. Very nice start, and they were good - thick, soft and lightly seasoned. Fattoush salad with grilled salmon - a reasonable size portion. Did not finish, due to filling up on the fries. read more

Basic Kitchen - Sweet Potato Fries - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Good vibes sitting at the bar for brunch. The service was good and the food was great! Highly recommend the zucchini fritters, which come with eggs, avocado and a chili jam, and the almond cornmeal pancake topped with apples and whipped yogurt. read more

Basic Kitchen - Apple Pancake - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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The burger was so so good. The sweet potato fries were the best I ever had. They have a strong dedication to serving high quality food.

Great place to take 2 babies. We sat on the patio for a 5 pm reservation. They had heaters which made it a very comfortable temperature. The food was very fresh. I'm only rating it 4 stars because the service seemed understaffed. read more

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Came here on a Saturday afternoon around 2pm, it was packed and busy. We were nervous we wouldn't get a seat but ended up getting one by the front window. Food was delicious. The highlight was the buffalo cauliflower. It was truly so so delicious and it had such a unique twist on top. It was topped with pickled celery! Such a genius idea. Vibes were good just busy! But everything came out pretty fast. Love this place and will be back when in town! read more

Basic Kitchen - Cauli Wings - TOGO - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

This is my second time coming here and it's absolutely fantastic. One of my favorite spots. The service is phenomenal and you can tell the waitstaff and owner put a lot of love and care into each plate. The food was delicious and all ingredients are well put together. read more

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Cute spot with healthy, creative bowls and salads. The Thai me to the Moon ($25 + $4 for added avocado) was large and phenomenal. Wonderful asian flavors like miso and lemongrass. The menu items are on the pricey end for a soup and sandwich cafe, but I suppose the quality makes up for it. Staff were super sweet. read more

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Always a great time. I make this joint a stop every time in Charleston. The menu is so clean and fun. Drinks are super interesting. Alcohol is not necessary if that is not your vibe. Grab a coffee drink or a fresh juice! Sitting at bar is great - service is fantastic. read more

Basic Kitchen - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

So good! We'll definitely back! This was our first visit, party of 2, for an early pre-show dinner. We started with the corn ribs. They are zesty, so served with a few celery sticks to cool down the palate. There is a special peach and feta panzanella salad. The ingredients are not overdressed so you can savor the flavor in each ingredient. A great summer starter! We shared the Naughty Burger. The sweet potato fries are perfectly cooked, not greasy, some crispy edges, and perfectly salted. The house made pickles are not overly sour which allows them to complement rather than overpower. It again means that each ingredient can be savored on its own and in one combined bite after another. We ended by sharing a rich and thankfully not sickeningly sweet chocolate tahini tart. read more

Basic Kitchen - Naughty Burger and sweet potato SP Fries - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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The healthiest meal I had in CHS - a refreshing relief! This place was packed for Sunday brunch - make a res if you can. Beware - on Sat and Sun, they do not serve their lunch menu - it is their brunch menu. Weekdays they serve the lunch menu. The interior is adorably decorated - bright, boho, chic. Our service was good and our food came out fairly quickly. - Corn ribs - yum!!! Loved the spices and sauce. - Basic bowl w/ chicken - so good. Generous portion, although I wish there was more broccoli. The chickpeas were stewed in some kind of sauce and super yummy. Lots of quinoa in there too. Sweet potato was delish. - Green salad - simple, light, and refreshing. We almost came back the next day for lunch again! A nice break from heavy southern food read more

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Service and atmosphere was lovely. We got the two specials - the squash lasagna (V) and the special salad. read more

Basic Kitchen - Squash Lasagna - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Was here for dinner on two different nights. Nice place, though not too large, so a reservation is wise. Service was wonderful. One night was the NAUGHTY BURGER brasstown farm grass-fed beef, double patty smash, aged white cheddar, griddled onions, dijonnaise, bread and butter pickle -- A great version of a burger that I would certainly have again. On the second night is was the SALMON BOWL grilled salmon, carolina gold rice, marinated cabbage, carrot ginger salad, cucumber, seaweed, furikake, orange miso sauce. All the flavors came together great for this one! I also shared the RED LENTIL DAL chickpea & lentil dal, roasted cauliflower, cilantro as a starter with the table. Add some rice, and this could be a meal in and of itself. read more

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Thought Basic Kitchen was a fine option for a healthy lunch. I tried my wife's basic bowl and it was fresh but a bit pricey for what it was. I did find my veggie patty on the good burger a bit mushy for my liking. The corn appetizer is also a bit on salty and heavy on the paprika. Food did take awhile to come out so not great for an impatient toddler. Service was solid and the vibes were great though. read more

Food is delicious! We ordered takeout and got the cauliflower wings, basic bowl with chicken, veggie burger, and super greens pasta. I don't know what I'll get next time because everything was so good that I want to get all of it again, but there are also so many other things on the menu that look great. The food just felt light and refreshing and I would definitely recommend! read more

Basic Kitchen - SuperGreens Pasta - TOGO Basic Bowl - TOGO Cauli Wings - TOGO Good Burger - TOGO - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Came here post gym and liked the selections they had when looking online. This is right off king street and it has a really cute hipster vibe. Although the food was fresh and healthy, I wasn't particularly impressed with anything. I did enjoy the appetizers more than mine and my husband's entrees. His was pretty straightforward- chicken, rice and beets. And this is just my personal opinion on the spinach and feta pita- wayyyy too much cheese. I could only eat one half before it was so rich and overpowering. The burger was done well and I do love some sweet potato fries. Our server was amazing, she asked about allergies and was super accommodating to my husband being celiac. She made the overall experience pleasant! read more

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this place was so cute! they said the wait was 30 minutes but it ended up only being 10, which i love! the ambiance was so adorable and the service was wonderful. i ordered the matcha and the small green salad. the food came out before the drinks. i'd rate the matcha a 6/10, it wasn't as sweet as i hoped. i'd rate the salad a 7/10 without lemon, and a 9/10 with lemon! it was a really refreshing salad and i would definitely go again, i recommend! the only reason i gave it a 4 out of 5 is because we just had salads, i NEED to try the other things on the menu. read more

Basic Kitchen - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

What a cute spot! I absolutely loved the inside of this restaurant and how pleasant the staff was. We visit for my friend's birthday and had the best cocktails (the beet cocktail is the go to and what they're best known for) and the food was even better. I'm normally a very picky eater and don't enjoy a lot of veggies but this was a pleasant surprise. The staff was kind and friendly and our server was the sweetest. I'd def go back in a heart beat! read more

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What a great spot! Located directly off King Street, Basic Kitchen offers a range of healthy and delicious food options, catering to various dietary needs. The 'Cauli Wings' are a must for starters. I enjoyed the Salmon Bowl and was recommended the wine flight by our server. I will be back to try more from their appetizing menu! read more

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A great experience and one I wish I could give 4.5 stars for. The atmosphere is nice and clean with minimal decorations. Our waitress was so personable and knowledgeable. I took a half star away because the sweet potato fries that came with the burger were cold and the quinoa that came with the Basic Bowl was not fully cooked. I can't recommend the cauliflower wings enough... literally the best I've ever had. Otherwise we had a great experience and can't wait to come back! read more

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We started with the Corn Ribs (local corn, slightly spicy dry rub, vegan Alabama BBQ sauce, and green onion garnish) and Cauli Wings (tempura fried cauliflower, vegan buffalo sauce). Two of us choose the vegan Good Burger with sweet potato fries. One ordered the Vegan Cesar salad, and one chose the Salmon Bowl. Our vegan guests already knew what to expect and loved their choices. Our non vegan guests choose vegan dishes and we're over the moon with the taste, texture, and filling nature is the food - they thought they would be hungry after the meal! No such experience, everyone was full and happy after dinner. Sorry, the pics I took after we had already started to eat. Our server was very attentive, and very upbeat. She checked in on us often enough, and was knowledgeable about the food when we had questions. The building is a nice space just status from CoC. Larger than it seemed at first glance. The bathrooms were unisex and spotless. read more

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Great spot for lunch!! Me and 2 girlfriends dropped by for bite after our long walk and the wait was not too long for a Saturday. Our waitress was kind and our food came out pretty quickly. Such a nice area with lots of natural lighting and vibrant atmosphere. I enjoyed my good burger, I'm a big beef burger girl but the vegan patty was delicious! My meal left me happy and satiated and I was still able to function afterwards to do my errands. Will come back again - I know my mom will love this spot. read more

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Great spot for a healthy break from all of the rather heavier eateries in the area. Our favorite item was definitely the corn ribs! Didn't realize the menus change on the weekends as we came specifically for the thai me to the moon salad but would have to return on a weeknight next! Started w their massive cauliflower wings, the corn ribs, a caesar salad and basic bowl. Light and refreshing! read more

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We were looking for a dinner on the healthy side so gave this a try. It was very busy on a Friday night but we were able to sit at the bar. The bartender was very attentive and helpful with good recommendations. My friend had the basic bowl. It was very fresh and tasty as was my veggie burger. I really enjoyed the beet salad on top and the sweet potato fries were perfectly seasoned. They had a great selection of cocktails and mocktails too. Very lively fun place with delicious food! read more

We came here twice during our stay in Charleston. The food is healthier than most other options in the area. The steak caponata was my favorite but I believe it was a special. The servers were also very kind. I'd recommend ! If the portions were a pinch bigger I'd have no notes .... read more

Basic Kitchen - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Make a reservation if you are coming here on a busy weekend night. The staff per Charleston were so friendly and I liked the open kitchen where you see everyone putting out food. The back patio is the perfect place to sit on a nice night because it's so scenic and has heat lamps so you won't stay cold. We got the vegan burger and the vegan cesar salad and they were perfect. Staff was checking in with us and making sure we had what we needed. Super considerate about any allergies we had too. The sweet potato fries were the highlight of the meal and we only wish that we got that as an appetizer so we could have had more of that and the ranch. read more

Basic Kitchen - Burger - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Update: As promised, I returned to basic kitchen, it took a while, but here I am. We came to celebrate a birthday after a workshop in making candles at nearby Candlefish. The menu is absolutely beautiful and the food that we chose was excellent. As I said before, the decor and vibe here is really chic and hip. We love the whole experience once again and will continue to return. read more

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absolutely the best food I take anyone who visits here! Service and ambiance are always great and this is my first recommendation to people in charleston!! All the food i've gotten from here has been fantastic with the sweet potato fries being the best! read more