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    Charleston's

    4.1 (499 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    CHARLESTON'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    BARBECUE BABY BACK RIBS
    Glynnis T.

    As always the food, and ambiance were excellent! This is my go to place when I can't decide what to eat. Because they always have something delicious. Raymond was our server. He anticipated everything we wanted from appetizers, finger tip towels, and drink refills. He was excellent!

    $19 Reuben Sandwich
    Trent N.

    Before coming here make sure you go to CostCo down the street and get the $100 gift cards for $79.99, a free 20% discount on your meal. My mom loves to come here. The ribs are excellent, but I decided to not get ribs this night. I had the $19 Reuben Sandwich. It was ok, not great, but not bad. We sat at the bar and there are a ton of townies here. The food here is better than a chain like Chilis, Applebee's, Olive Garden, but nothing fancy. Quick and friendly service. Solid place for a cheap meal.

    Arija D.

    I love Charleston's! I appreciate their ambience. It's warm, friendly, and the staff makes you feel right at home. I ordered the ribs with a baked potato and broccoli (which was at special request since it's not listed on the menu) One thing about Charleston's is they are going to make sure if you arrived hungry, you will NOT be leaving hungry! The portions are very generous! My meal arrived warm and ready for me to dig in! The ribs were savory and the meat fell right off the bone. My baked potato and broccoli were also delicious! If you haven't checked out Charleston's, what are you waiting for? Great food, amazing service, and wonderful atmosphere!

    KEY LIME PIE martini.  Graham crust on the rim!
    Annette R.

    The salmon salad is absolutely delicious. Always pair it with a yummy croissant. But on this evening I also tried a delicious Key Lime Pie martini. Um. Amazing. Food is always delicious here and now I know the drinks are too!

    Kiara S.

    I had came here for dinner which I had never been to this Charleston location and it had been a long time since I had been to a Charleston. While here I had sat at the bar. The bar tender was friendly and answered the questions that I had. I had got a peach Bellini drink and then chicken with the sweet potatoes which all really good. The food was made really good. It didn't disappoint at all. Service was quick here and I didn't have to wait a long time for my food to come out. The atmosphere was really great and quiet in here. There were people in here but it wasn't loud and the vibe was a good one. I will be back here again for the food soon.

    Joelvon R.

    That was some good fries chicken I can tell you that carrots were amazing definitely a good place to eat with family and friends

    Gumbo
    Dani J.

    Charleston's is a nice casual dining restaurant that always delivers quality service and food. This visit was for a group of 9. Charleston's was great about accommodating us without a reservation. Although they couldn't seat us a one table, they were able to sit us at two tables across from each other. I usually get the fried catfish, but this time I opted for the gumbo and Chicken Club Salad. Both were very good. Everyone really liked their meals and the restaurant recommendation.

    Perfect Margarita with fresh muddles strawberries
    Jennifer S.

    Amanda has been an exceptional!! She works Sat, Sun and-Mon every week! Her service is beyond excellent with top notch quality at a luxurious designed bar which truly brings your pulse down to rejuvenate no matter the weather! I ordered a perfect margarita with a Caesar salad (oh the sweetened croissant delish) and not only did I place the order. Amanda took it to a whole other level just by asking if I desire fresh strawberries to be muddled served in a frosted martini cocktail glass. I ordered two but would stay longer. I need to be in and out and the service is more than 5 stars. The attention by all the staff to greet me and make me welcome goes above and beyond! On a Monday night the tables in the bar were filling up and everyone was so pleased with the service by Austin! I took it a step further and ordered dessert and when they said cheesecake, I didn't expect a grand piece 4 inches thick served with a blueberry coulis and lemon cello sauce. I can't wait to devour the dessert and more of the menu when I return on a girls night. This is an excellent option for a group of six at a table in the bar or seating for 15 at the bar. Not sure if they can reserve those seats but it would be worth it when the service, staff and quality are reaching a tier worth stopping in for!!

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    Mandy C.

    Charlestons is one of those places I often overlook. It sits next to a hotel and is across from Twin Peaks on 82nd St., at the intersection of I-69 and 465. I had a gift card, so figured I'd stop in one evening to have dinner. I was seated quickly and noticed that there's a fireplace inside that emits a lovely burning wood scent. That, along with the beautiful poinsettias and warm wood booths really adds to the cozy ambiance here. My friendly waitress Alicia attended to me quickly and took my order. Despite it being late (around 830p), there were quite a few occupied tables. I ordered the walleye fish blackened with vegetable blend and a side house salad. My salad arrived, accompanied by a delicious croissant with a drizzle of sweet butter. Shortly after, my dinner arrived. The fish was cooked perfectly, and it was such a large portion that I was able to take some home for lunch the next day! The service was excellent...that combined with the warm, inviting atmosphere was perfect for a cold winter's eve dinner.

    Giselle L.

    Charleston's offers a surprisingly elevated experience without the hefty price tag. The ambiance is classy, the service attentive, and the food? Absolutely satisfying. You're only spending slightly more than you would at a fast-food chain, but the difference in quality and atmosphere is night and day. Now let's talk about what stole my heart: THE FRENCH FRIES. Thin, crispy, golden perfection. I'm not exaggerating when I say they're some of the best I've ever had--light, crunchy, and completely addictive. If you're a fry lover like me, this place is a must. The only reason I'm holding back one star is because, as someone who's been vegan all my life, I would love to see more plant-based options on the menu. Currently, there are no vegan mains or desserts, so I had to rely on the fries (not complaining, but still!). That said, Charleston's delivers big flavor, a refined atmosphere, and unbeatable value. If they ever expand their menu with plant-based dishes, it's a five-star experience waiting to happen.

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    Briana C.

    This place is ok. Not my favorite but it is my parent's favorite. The price point is a little higher for what you get. The portions were pretty large. I had the catfish and it was good. It also came with two sides that you can substitute out, for what you would like. Our server, Raymond, was really polite and pleasant to work with. They also have kids meal options.

    Ralphie and Carol out to Charleston's in Indy.
    Carol L.

    We celebrated friend, Lori Tilstra's birthday at Charleston's on 82nd Street in Indy on August 29th. The bar is awesome! Ralph and Lori both had the Pasta. Dave had the meatloaf and I had the baby back ribs. I took home lots of leftovers. We all really enjoyed our meals. Sorry no photos of the meals, I forget until we demolish the plate, lol

    Charleston's Meatloaf & Barbeque Baby Back Ribs
    Jessica B.

    My friend and I decided to check out Charleston's for some food & yapping haha. I arrived a little after my friend and the hostess was so sweet & complimented me (extra points for her! Haha) but what was most impressive is she knew my name. Love that! Our server was excellent too. He was attentive but also gave us enough space to communicate without constant interruptions. It reminded me of your typical dine in restaurant. Nothing too fancy. Very chill environment. I had the Flirtini for a drink, it was basically a cosmo with champagne 8/10. The Creamy Spinach dip was the star of the show, it was so yummy & the fresh chips were the icing on top. I had the meatloaf paired with mashed potatoes & broccoli. The meatloaf was good, my friend had the baby back ribs & I should've got those instead. The spinach dip alone is enough to make me return & I really enjoyed my drink.

    Bread pudding - delicious!

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    3 months ago

    Great food and service. I met friends for lunch; the ambience was great for conversations

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    Food was excellent and service was fantastic. It was very enjoyable. We will come back soon.

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    Great food and environment! The rolls are fantastic as always! Service was good. Decorated nice for the holidays.

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    Food was good If you have 2 hours to eat, Service was terrible not all waiters fault. Will not be back

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    Service and food was perfect. Such a great spot!! Must have the croissants, so good!

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    7 months ago

    The food and atmosphere are excellent! We always get very good service from the friendly staff there. We'll be back!

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    Waiter was fantastic! He was personable and timely and thoughtful with my granddaughter. Meal was delicious, too.

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    The food was absolute perfection and the service was wonderful! I highly recommend the Short smoked salmon

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    Food was great, service was excellent, and ambiance was intimate. We enjoyed our 57th anniversary immensely.

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    I think i had prime rib here years ago, but did not see on menu...is it available again.....maybe only on weekend?

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