This place is a hole in the wall that the wall is embarrassed about. It's so dark inside I…read morerecommend bringing a flashlight, or at minimum letting your eyes adjust for a solid business day. And yet? It just works. Service was fast, fun, and exactly what you want from a proper dive. The drinks were ice cold on a brutally hot Charleston day, which at that moment felt like a religious experience. Don't come here for ambiance you can photograph. Come here because it's dark, it's cold, the staff is great, and nobody's judging anybody. Charleston has plenty of pretty bars -- this one has character.

Cool place. Like a dive. Food looked good. Hope to be back to experience more. Will post more…read morereviews soon.

My favorite spot in Charleston, hands down! The cocktails are incredible. We've been coming to Doar…read moreBros for the past two years, and every time we're in town, we make it a point to visit at least two or three times. Thanks so much, Adam & staff, for always making it such a great experience!

A great find in the city with beautiful and tasty craft cocktails. The staff was great walking us…read morethrough the menu and giving recommendations of what we might like best. We stopped in for some drinks and snack before dinner and opted for the Middleton and the Ticket to paradise (made with vodka) and a cheese board the snack on. Everything was great, the Middleton tasted like Christmas to me (in a good way!) and the cheese board hit the spot. A great find and can't to try them again!

We ate here our first night visiting Charleston and couldn't have asked for a better experience!…read moreJoe was unbelievable and made us feel so taken care of! Food was unbelievable, cocktails were great! we wanted to eat here every day for the rest of our trip! 100% recommend!

Jo was so nice! Food was amazing! Got the shrimp and grits and key lime pie was soooo good!read more

absolutely loved this restaurant. The atmosphere alone makes it worth visiting -- it's an old…read morechurch transformed into a modern space with such a unique vibe, especially with The Art of War inscribed across the ceiling. We started with the Moroccan meatballs, which were so good I forgot to even take a picture before digging in. I ordered the lamb burger with fries, and everything was cooked perfectly -- the burger was flavorful and juicy, and the fries were amazing too. My friend got the fried chicken and said it was the best he's ever had. I tried some myself, and the seasoning was incredible. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for great food and a really cool atmosphere!

I came to Church and Union for lunch during my stay in Charleston this past week, and…read moreunfortunately, the experience was pretty disappointing. The biggest issue was the service. My friend and I sat at our table for about 20 minutes without anyone acknowledging us. I finally flagged down a waitress, who apologized and explained they were short staffed. She took our drink order, and then a different server came over later to take our food order. I ordered the Mediterranean wrap with no onions, but it came out with onions anyway. Our server was nowhere to be found, so I started picking around them and eating the wrap. A few minutes later, she came back with the corrected wrap, but by then I'd already started eating the first one. The flavors of the wrap were actually good, but the texture of the chicken was awful. It was so off putting that it honestly made me nauseous. I only managed a few bites before I was done, and no one ever asked if everything was okay or why I had barely touched my meal. That said, the restaurant itself is beautiful. The atmosphere is what really stands out. It feels like you're dining inside a church, and I believe it actually is a restored church. Between the stained glass, the artwork, and the writing on the walls, it's a really unique and impressive space. I'd probably come back for drinks because the bar looked like it had a great vibe, and the bartender seemed to be providing excellent service. Next time, I'd definitely sit at the bar, but I don't think I'd order the food again.

I stopped by The Rooftop at The Vendue one night after being out, and I was starving. They were…read morejust about to close the kitchen, but the bartender was kind enough to squeeze in an order of chicken nuggets for me, and I'm so glad they did. I know it sounds funny to rave about chicken nuggets, but these were honestly some of the best I've ever had. They reminded me so much of McDonald's chicken nuggets in the best possible way. I stayed for a drink and ended up getting treated to an incredible thunder and lightning show over the city. It wasn't even raining, which made it even cooler to watch from the rooftop. Between the amazing views, the friendly bartender who saved me from going to bed hungry, and unexpectedly fantastic chicken nuggets, this ended up being one of my favorite stops in Charleston. I'll definitely be back for another drink...and another order of chicken nuggets.

This place has so much potential that it doesn't live up to. Starting off strong it's right beneath…read morea beautiful art gallery, which created an exciting aesthetic before going up to the rooftop. The roof top however gives off more of a college/dive bar vibe despite having a great view of the city. When we went on Monday only one bar, the downstairs one was open. Despite there being servers it didn't seem that anyone wanted to take tables so the solution was for guests to order drinks/food at the downstairs bar and bring it up to the deck themselves. While the bartender was nice, fast, and good at her job everyone else around her just didn't seem to care to provide service. The chips on the trio platter were beyond stale and since servers didn't care to serve the top deck tables were left unbussed and dirty. Not sure if this experience was a case of severe understaffing or just negligence on the management. I'd recommend going to literally any other rooftop bar for a more elevated experience where the staff actually wants to serve the guests.

One of our bartenders at dinner recommended Last Saint for a cocktail, so we stopped by after our…read moremeal. The space was super vibey--dark, moody, and filled with candlelight. It felt cozy without being stuffy and was a great spot for people-watching. The cocktails were well made and balanced, and we got lucky enough to snag a table. The space is pretty small though, so by the time we arrived the bar was full and a lot of people were standing with drinks. Even so, the atmosphere was fun and energetic. Definitely a great spot for a nightcap if you're in the area.

My first time visiting a speakeasy since living in Charleston, and the Annex absolutely blew me…read moreaway. From the moment I walked in, the vibe was intimate, beautiful, and the perfect setting for a relaxed Saturday night cap. What made the experience truly special was the bartender. There's no traditional menu, instead, he takes the time to learn what you like and crafts drinks based on your taste. I've never experienced anything like that before. The level of knowledge and creativity behind the bar was incredible. Every drink he made was stunning and tasted even better than it looked. I was honestly so impressed that I couldn't even remember all the ingredients he mentioned because I was too busy being amazed at how good everything was. It was one of those moments where you realize there are real levels to this craft. I walked in thinking I knew a thing or two about mixing drinks at home, and left with a whole new respect for the art of it. The atmosphere, the personal attention, and the quality of the cocktails made this place feel truly top tier. Huge shoutout to the bartender, easily a 15 out of 10. Cool, knowledgeable, and passionate about what he does. If you're looking for an intimate spot for date night or just want to experience thoughtfully crafted cocktails in a beautiful setting, the Annex is the place. I will absolutely be back as soon as possible.

Bar Vaute is always a great experience. I visited last night where I ordered a French 75 and their…read morehappy meal (burger, fries and your choice of gin or vodka martini) during happy hour. As usual the cocktails were great and the food was delicious! I didn't realize they had happy hour specials so that was a great little treat. Jessica, the bar manager, waited on us and was very friendly and attentive. Please note this spot is underground so it can get dark. There was plenty of light between 5-8 but otherwise it's dark and moody. This is one of my favorite little bars and the prices are reasonable for the area.

Cool little bar underneath Brasserie La Banque. Has that speakeasy feel. Dark, cozy, kind of…read morehidden. Cocktail list is solid and there is a good variety. Probably would not come here on a nice sunny day, but if it is cold or raining out, it is a great spot to post up for a drink. Real comfy vibe.

This is our go-to in the larger Charleston area for cocktails! Located in the Avondale neighborhood…read moreof West Ashley, you can get a hand crafted cocktail without having to combat the hustle and bustle and the parking nightmares that downtown Charleston bring. The owners did a tremendous job at curating an extensive cocktail menu with modern twists to an array of tasty classics. Mother! is a go-to favorite that I revisit often with its glitter flare serve in a sophisticated coupe. If youre there with friends the Margarita and Mojito flight is perfect to share (or enjoy yourself). Complimenting the cocktail menu are several snacks that always seem to pair perfectly with the cocktails including delicious flatbreads and desserts to enjoy.

Exactly what you want from a cocktail bar. Awesome classics, fun inventions, drinks smoked right at…read morethe bar. Decent flatbreads. Friendly service. Dark, cool vibe.