I have been a Charleston foodie/restaurant worker my entire life. I studied culinary arts and worked with talented people. But I have never experienced culinary taste buds explosion before like Chubby fish resturant ever. The subtle depth of flavors with light textures finished with the freshest seafood is beyond genius. Chef James London is a James Beard Best Chef Southeast finalist. Absolutely amazing space, very well executed with a beautiful location. The bar has definitely been raised! We are blessed to have this restaurant in our city. No reservations or parking, the restaurant fills up fast. I am going back as often as possible, nothing comes close to the culinary experience and dining satisfaction. You notice when guests are leaving they have an ecstatic look on their face, are light in their step almost like a ballerina floating on air. read more

We finally broke down and decided to try Chubby Fish and it was quite an adventure! We arrived at 3:25pm to find 5 people already in line so we sat down, fortunately on the bench, and camped out. From that point on it was an exercise in people watching. The line grew and grew with people's jaws dropping when they saw how long it was. Eventually the line stretched out two blocks with the occasional heckler passing by yelling "It's not worth it!" There are only 41 seats so if you want to try them arrive early. We obtained our table for two and scoured the chalkboard, there are no paper menus, for our dinner choices. We ordered two small plates and two large plates. Our first small plate was the tempura snapper with a soy Beurre Blanc which arrived with three pieces of crispy, flaky snapper. The true star was the Beurre Blanc which was the definite star of the dish imparting a great zesty flavor. Our second small plate was the Grilled Oysters in a crab fat curry with cashews and topped with puffed rice. The curry provided a nice back heat, and the flavor profile was truly unique. Our first large plate was the Chili Garlic Shrimp with jalapeno, ginger and served over a bed of white rice. The six shrimp were fresh and large and this by far was the spiciest dish of the night with the of the chili and jalapeno kicking it up. Our final and most favorite dish was the Bone Marrow topped with shrimp tempura and doused in a spicy mayo with crusty bread. The bone marrow in combination with the other items provided a savory, umami experience that left us wanting more! The service was on point being friendly but noninvasive. If I had a downside, it would be the loudness of the music being played. Loud music means patrons have to talk louder to hear each other and was quite jarring. If you are dining with someone who has sensory sensitivities keep that in mind. read more

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Trendy spot for the foodie in you. They don't take reservations, so generally you need to start lining up 30 mins before 5pm to get that first seating. I went there for a friend's birthday and we went family style on the items. Each item is a bit tapas, some small and some little bigger. Their menu is always changing so these recommendations might be swapped out. We all like the chili garlic rice, smoked wahoo curry, and sheepshead tempura. I liked the blue fin crudo and cauliflower cacio pepe but not everyone did. Probably a great date spot, but is on the pricier side for portion size. They also serve raw oysters too. Cheers! read more

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Food was delicious! Service was great and ambiance was small and charming. I think this restaurant definitely lived up to the hype. The flounder was a show stopper absolutely melted in your mouth. read more

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Everyone's talking about Chubby Fish and it's for a good reason. They don't take reservations but we went at 6pm on a Wednesday and only had a 45 minute wait time. We ended up going for a glass of wine at Island Provisions around the corner but they did offer to bring us a drink outside if desired so you don't feel like you need to leave while you wait. The space is small and makes for a great overall experience. Of note - they only serve beer and wine. Everything about this meal felt thoughtful from the unique ingredients to the antique colorful plates. We considered the oysters but opted for the crudo instead and were so grateful we did - definitely unique and packed with flavor. The cacio e pepe cauliflower is my new favorite way to eat cauliflower. The tempura fish ate light as air and the beurre blanc sauce it came with I wanted to carry home in a bottle. The tagliatelle was loaded with blue crab and pops of flavor in the roe. Like many others before me, I have to say the curry was hands down our favorite bite. Once again, loaded with fresh fish and packed with flavor. Who knew grapefruit in curry was a match but now I view it as essential ingredient. As a self proclaimed foodie, I have seen my way around the Charleston food scene but this is possibly my favorite stop yet. Step off King Street and enjoy a favorite local spot. read more

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Top 5 spots in Charleston, in my opinion. Nothing on the menu is less than amazing. Expect long wait times - but it's worth it!

Tuna belly toast is awesome. Oysters on salt bed are awesome. I suggest skipping the caviar slider. I suppose it IS caviar but it's a small bite if a dish. Service was great. read more

Run, don't walk here. This was one of the best meals I've had in recent weeks, and it speaks a lot when all the locals point me here. As a solo traveler, it was also easy to make conversation with other people sitting at the bar, so it's great if you want to dine alone! I would recommend the wahoo fish curry and the citrus sorbet. The fish curry was sooo incredibly delicious -- it had hints of Thai flavors mixed with smoked wahoo on a bed of creamy white rice. The meal was also abundant and left me FULL. It's also shareable. I tried my neighboring traveler's crudo, which was also delicious. I also enjoyed my charred oysters but it was quite pricey at 4 for $18. Be early in line or you'll wait! I got there at 4:45 and was probably the 5th party seated. It's easier if you're soloing though. read more

Arrived to the restaurant at 4:10pm and waited until 5:00pm to put in our names. We sat down at 6:00pm per our request and Brian (our server) was immediately helpful and timely with everything throughout the night. He also had some spot on wine recommendations. The ambiance was amazing! The highlight of our night was chatting with Molly. She knew the menu inside and out as well as described every oyster in front of her in depth. She was great company, super knowledgeable, and she was super fun to get to know and chat with throughout the evening. We based our food choices on her recommendations and we wouldn't change a thing. We had the caviar sandwich, the wahoo crudo, the grilled oysters, the chili garlic shrimp, the blue crab tagliatelle, and the not fried chicken for dessert. My personal favorites were the blue crab tagliatelle and the caviar sandwich. My fiancés favorite dishes were the grilled oysters, wahoo crudo, and the chili garlic shrimp. All were hits and we can't wait to return on our next trip to Charleston. read more

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Came here with 3 friends on a Saturday evening. We got in line at 4:15 and got in for the first seating, but there were still about 40 people ahead of us in line and many more behind us. My personal favorites were the blue crab tagliatelle, which had a lot of crab in it and a lemon flavor, and the red snapper curry. My friends really liked the lionfish tempura as well. All this was enough for the 4 of us to feel satiated, but be aware that the plates are pretty small. Not sure if I'd wait that long again, but if you happen along on a weekday night when they're less busy it's worth a visit. read more

Chubby Fish - Menu - Seafood Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Always worth the wait!! The menu changes slightly to highlight the freshest seafood and veggies. The grilled oysters in curry, pasta, and fried chicken iced cream dessert are must gets. Also loved the tuna crudo & the caviar sammie (while expensive) is fun to try. Servers are knowledgeable and helpful with recommendations - overall fun & inviting atmosphere read more

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Very creative fish recipes Worth the wait And i don't eat fish that often but will wait in line for this place Best of Charleston read more

Obviously everyone knows what a special restaurant this is. And everyone knows there's no reservations here. You show up. You wait. Maybe you get a table. Maybe you get to eat. You can be Charleston Elite or just schlepping around in your jeans, like the four of us were. I walked up to the hostess and asked what were the chances of us grabbing a table for four. And she said, "we are done taking names for tables at the moment." I feigned disappointment and she took my name incase anyone canceled. I said ok, please call me if anyone does, we will be at the Cutty's down the straight (getting sh!tfaced). Cut to an hour and half later, we decide to eat somewhere else after no phone call was received. We passed by Chubby Fish on foot and I decided to just ask one more time, ya know, for fun. Sure enough it had just rained for a few minutes and a table outside freed up and it was offered to us. And we took it. So here we go! The beef tartare dish. Purely excellent. Never had a beef tartare dish quite like that. Was textural bliss. The triggerfish tempura was easily the best fried fish dish I may have ever had in my life. An absolute 10. And that miso dipping sauce was superb. The Roasted Cauliflower dish is a sleeper. No one expected it to be that epic. You didn't eat at Chubby Fish if you didn't order the cauliflower. Our ceviche dish was another textural experience. Soft, light, elegant and still bursting with flavor. But the baked oysters cooked in curry cashews and crab fat were the fireworks that we needed to end our savory courses. But please don't leave without getting dessert. Like all of them. We aren't even dessert people but when they explained the not so fried chicken was ice cream wrapped around a cookie chicken bone dredged in corn flakes shaped like fried chicken, yes please. And it was sooooooo good! My wife loved her citrus bomb, a citrus sorbet wrapped in something to emulate citrus peel looking like a whole fruit. I loved my butterscotch bar, felt like a kid again! What an experience! I still dream of this meal! read more

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Clearly, one of the best dining experiences in all of Charleston. The wait in line for a reservation is the only flaw in this excellent establishment. Every single menu item is a delight. Service and atmosphere are always on point. You really can't say enough good things about this place without sounding like a groupie!! read more

We arrived at 4:30 and got in line. There was already a pretty long line for it being a Friday. They only have a few tables for four tops so I would recommend getting in line earlier if you have more than 2 people dining. We were told to come back at 6:15 and we got a call that our table was ready early at 6. I would not recommend this restaurant if you are celiac because a lot of dishes contain soy. I ordered the Florida stone crab and oysters to start. We sat at the raw bar and the staff was amazing! My bf loved the bone marrow and I really liked the curry dish! Their menu changes often and we will def be back! read more

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You go to Chubby Fish to say you went to Chubby Fish. It's as simple as that. The menu changes frequently, so you never know what you'll get. However, the food was delicious, and my family and I left knowing we had spent money on quality dishes. The servers don't really engage with you, which I believe is because they don't seem to receive many complaints. Our server checked on us only once during our two-hour meal. For some, this might be a problem, but I prefer not having servers constantly hovering, so I appreciated it. Be prepared to wait outside for up to an hour. If you arrive early enough, you can sit on the bench. It's not terrible, just time-consuming. In retrospect, I probably won't return, simply because I don't always have an hour to wait in line. However, it certainly feels good to say I ate here and the food was beyond all my wildest expectations. Worth a visit and definitely a fun place to experience in my lifetime. read more

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We stopped in for Valentine's Day. The host made sure to set realistic expectations for our wait allowing us to lallygag around downtown before dinner. Once it was time for dinner we had the best server, they provided wonderful recommendations and our food came out at the perfect time from start to finish. Everything was incredibly fresh and delicious. Chubby is super cozy and intimate. read more

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Don't miss! We had a great time this is not your typical fish shop. Food was fabulous and unique.

Best restaurant I've ever eatin at in my entire life. I'm 34. Thr food was DIVINE. everything I ate was incredible. I wish I lived above this spot. I will be visiting Charleston JUST to eat here. The caviar, lamb, wagyu, pasta and tuna were all delicious. Thank you ! The service was impeccable. read more

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Confidently say that this is one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. The food was absolutely amazing. Unique, fresh, and very great flavor. I would recommend this to anyone who goes to Charleston. I will be stopping by again next time I am in the area! read more

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Came here on a Thursday evening at 8:30PM, 10min wait place was still bustling. Very friendly waitstaff. All of the food was perfectly cooked with some creative offerings. Flounder (3.5/5) - seemed like the most popular dish, fish was cooked perfectly, only 3.5 because of personal taste - didn't enjoy the brown butter sauce Grilled oysters (4/5) - Creative curry based sauce and corn flakes Wahoo ceviche (3/5) - Bottom hard to cut, flavor Thai inspo read more

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Chubby Fish doesn't take reservations so make sure you get there before it opens to ensure your spot! This is definitely a hidden, or not so hidden, cozy gem in Charleston! They have a rotating menu based off what they have available and we made sure to sample several dishes. Everything we ate was incredible. Since it is a raw bar, make sure to order a variety of their oysters to sample the different flavors from each region. Not sure what to order or how much? Ask the staff and they'll give you a great recommendation based off the number of people in your party. read more

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If I could give Chubby Fish ten stars, I would. This restaurant isn't just a place to eat--it's a full-on culinary experience. I came in with high expectations, and somehow, they were exceeded. This was, without a doubt, the best meal of my life. From the moment we walked in, the service was impeccable. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely excited to talk about the menu. Our server guided us through the popular dishes, giving us a feel for what makes each one special. But it wasn't just the food. The staff made us feel like VIPs the entire night, with thoughtful details like perfectly timed water refills, genuine interest in our experience, and a warmth that made the meal feel intimate and memorable. Chubby Fish isn't just a restaurant--it's a love letter to Charleston's seafood. I'll be telling everyone I know to try it, and I'll be back as soon as I can. If you want a meal you'll remember forever, this is it! read more

Was wavering on the 5-star review but just ate leftovers from three days ago and they were so good I gotta give it up. Had the sheepshead ceviche, tuna belly toast, cacio e pepe cauliflower, honeynut squash, blue crab tagliatelle and the chili garlic shrimp. Lined up at 4:45 and was in the door 20 mins later (which went quick talking to the nice folks in front and back of me). Spot-on service and great bottle of Erné Vermentino. read more

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This spot was highly recommended for my trip to Charleston. We couldn't get a table but we were able to get a standing high top. We ordered drinks and had Oysters and Mini Caviar sandwiches. Very good!! read more

Chubby Fish - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

What an absolutely incredible meal! When we got to Charleston we knew we would be eating at Leon's and FIG, but had decided on what we would eat our final night. While at FIG we asked our waiter what we absolutely had to have in town and he told us to go to Chubby Fish and get there before 4:30 to line up for a spot. The next day a little after 4:00 we pulled into the neighborhood where it's located and found street parking. I was surprised to find that we were about 5th in line at that point. If you haven't heard already, I would definitely recommend the advice of arriving around 4:30. When 5:00 rolled around we were seated inside at the bar next to the Line. The waitstaff and entire front of house were incredibly friendly, passionate, and played into the ambiance of the restaurant. The best way I can describe the environment of Chubby Fish would be if you smashed together all of the charm of your local neighborhood corner bar restaurant with the insane attention to detail of a Michelin star restaurant. I've never experienced such beautiful combination of warmth and excellence. We started off with Triggerfish Tempura that came with a Soy Beurre Blanc. The fish tasted so fresh and played so nicely into the delicate tempura. The Soy Beurre Blanc was mouthwatering. An absolute perfect balance of acid and fat. Next we had the Grilled Oysters with crab fat curry and cashews on top. With where we were situated at the bar we watched them prepare this dish in front of us which was a fun experience. The crab fat curry on top was so good, and the oysters themselves were incredible. The Chili Garlic Shrimp was our next dish, which was served over an aromatic rice. The flavor profile and spice level was just right! Finally we had the Blue Crab Tagliatelle which was drool worthy. The pasta was just right and the crab hit at just the right level. This was one of the best meals of my life! It was apparent at every moment of my experience here that everyone at Chubby Fish deeply cared about what they were creating there. If you are someone on the fence about going here or somewhere else, pick here! read more

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This place is absolutely worth the hype. Maybe my favorite meal in Charleston, wish I could have tried the whole menu.

What. A. Phenomenal. Meal. Seriously, this was one of the best meals I've had in my life...and a unique order service experience. You order all at once, and then it's done...they time everything perfectly...it's served family style. That it's served family style makes it an outstanding way to try more than one dish, which you will ABSOLUTELY be so glad you've done. This is a hidden, out of the way gem...and you'll want to get there at least 30 minutes before they open, if you want to be in the first seating. They don't allow reservations ahead of time, but from the line, you can reserve a time for later in the service, and then come back. My friend and I had the opportunity to sit at the Chef's Counter, and it was awesome to watch them work and to chat up the skilled hands as they prepared our delights. The menu changes daily. We had the big eye tuna crudo (phenomenally fresh and tasty), Wagyu beef tartare (served with seaweed paper and sushi rice to fix your own little sushi bites), a 3 variety oyster platter (the Tosazu sauce was phenomenal), celery salad (do NOT sleep on this...I could eat it every single day of my life), and the entree finale...the blue crab tagliatelle with crème fraîche and Calabrian chile (just a hint of heat at back of your throat...so delish)...chef's kiss, dessert was a very delicious Basque cheesecake with orange zest...yummmm!!!! Go. To. This. Place. Gooooooo!!! There's also a cozy, romantic, dimly lit, but also great for friends wine bar...The Tippling House...about a block away...which is perfect for a night cap glass of wine or two after. A perfect way to end the night. read more

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This place was raved about by a few locals I had ran into so figured we'd needed to try it out. Note, they don't take reservations, but go early to put your name and number down in a notebook and she'll give you an estimate. Note that the estimate could be very off AND they don't call you even tho they take your number. This aspect killed me as 5-6 names after us were seated but we were never once notified that a table for us became available. Eventually, we got to an area we could stand, between folks having dinner (so very crowded) and order drinks. This seems silly as you are literally inches away from ppl eating and have no where to really move or put a glass down. The other aspect of service, they took my wine glass before I was finished since we were done eating. Umm, sir, I like to always save a little wine as my end to the meal. Just cause the food was finished, does not mean you take my drink away. As for the food though, this is where they shine and they make it up to 3 stars not 1. Sorry, service is a big deal for me and the fact that folks rave about the "experience" here, well, what experience. The food was delicious though. Our favorites were the chili garlic shrimp which I wish we ordered seconds of. The tuna crudo was our next fav. The lamb ribs and the ceviche tied for a third. I would say the food is worth it (they do have rotating menu that's up on a board in the restaurant), but the service and lack of a true waitlist system where they utilize your number kills me and makes me potentially not want to come back. read more

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Was in Charleston and had heard great things about this place. We lined up at 4:20 pm , they open at 5pm and don't take reservations . There are 40 seats so we ended up having to come back at 630. While we waited I was hoping this place would be worth the wait. We walked back and were seated promptly. The place is packed , loud and tight but somehow it makes an incredible vibe. I felt a little awkward at first because I don't go to places like this often. I'm not a shirt and tie guy , so I was wearing very casual clothing and felt comfortable . Our server was Hunter and I'm so glad he was our server. Hunter explained how everything worked . He recommended that for the 2 of us to start out ordering 3-4 plates and if we needed more we can always add on. They serve everything family style so you share each plate. They bring everything 1 at a time after you finish each dish. You have to have a little patience. But as busy as this place is one of the things I loved the most is that nobody is in a hurry or rushing anything . You can totally relax while you wait for your next dish. The staff are all top notch. Everyone I came in contact with was stellar and seemed like they love their jobs. So we took some of Hunters recommendations and started off with poached sea bass , the taste was amazing with the smoky fish broth leaving a comfort food feeling in my soul. Next we had the curried golden tilefish. This dish knocked my socks off and both of us thought it was incredible. We continued with a whole flounder in brown butter with capers . It was fabulous we picked the bones clean ! Lastly, we had bone marrow shrimp tempura , this was my first time trying bone marrow.This dish was outstanding , it was so savory and delicious with the perfect heat and umami flavor. And for desert we shared the not fired chicken ice cream which was very unique and tasty. My only regret was not having a bigger stomach , but we were both stuffed so our magical night was over. Everything about our visit was amazing . I would never go to Charleston again without going back to try some more ! I couldn't recommend this place anymore. Just make sure to get in line early if you want to eat at 5. read more

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I enjoyed chubby fish. We got there a bit after 5pm and were able to sit immediately. Lucky us! The star of the show for me was definitely the tuna crudo! Absolutely Delicious! We also enjoyed the grilled oysters and ordered the cobia as our main dish. The cobia is only in town for a short while so I suggest trying out that item if it's available when you visit! As for the plates being shareable, I'll say this. We had three people and I would suggest getting your own main dish and small plate and then maybe getting some other things to share. We shared the dishes I mentioned before and I think I could have eaten them all by myself! The restaurant is a Charleston hot spot and I can definitely see why! The seafood is very fresh and just to mention the crudo again it was so buttery and delicious! I want to go back tomorrow! Definitely try Chubby Fish it's a great experience! read more

Chubby Fish - Cobia - Seafood Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

A belated Birthday dinner brought us to Chubby Fish. This was my first visit. It's located in a remodeled old house downtown. I circled the block a couple times in search of street parking and finally found a spot a few blocks down. We arrived right at 5PM as they don't take reservations. We were promptly seated. I wasn't going to drink since I don't drink wine and they did not offer champagne, but I same across a pineapple beer on the menu that was perfect. I had checked the menu before arriving and knew that I had to try the caviar sammich'. It was the best bite of the night! The oysters were warm and had great flavor. The raw tuna with shishito peppers was almost my favorite bite. A pinch of salt and the peppers sliced and de-seeded for us would have made this dish perfect. Chubby Fish has been on my must try hit list for a while so it was super exciting to finally enjoy it. Cheers, until next time! read more

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I want to move to Charleston because of this restaurant. I cannot say enough that this is truly the best meal and experience I've ever had. You feel so at home and so welcomed, the ambiance is amazing. The food is INCREDIBLE. I dream about the ingredients. I really cannot say enough amazing things. The menu is always changing which is incredible. You will be so happy you went. (No reservations, you need to wait in line- which I love). It's the coolest restaurant that loves the people who come, and the service is amazing. read more

I have come here twice now once with a party of two and then with a part of six. Both times I was very impressed by the attentive service and the fresh and creative dishes. The restaurant is adorable with an open kitchen. I really enjoyed watching them cook while I was seated at the bar! They do not accept reservations. When I came here for the first time with a party of two I put my name in at 5:30 and was seated at 8:30. The second time with a party of 6 I waited in line before they opened at 4:30 and was promptly seated upon opening at 5. I would definitely recommend waiting in line before they open! For drinks they have beer and wine (no cocktails). I thought the selection of wine was great and paired well with the seafood! As for food, it's a family style dinning so I would recommend ordering multiple dishes to share with your party! Appetizers: My absolute favorite was the Tile fish ceviche and the Tuna Crudo. Both were delicious and fresh! The quality of the dishes is excellent. We also ordered oysters for the table which is always fun! Main courses: The smoked wahoo curry and lamb short ribs are a must! The flavors are very unique and both dishes are filling. I also tried the bone marrow which was served with tempura shrimp. I would describe this dish as "meat butter" I didn't enjoy the taste but the other people in my party did! Dessert - the dessert dishes offered are the Strawberry mortadella And Not fried chicken. Both were delicious but the not friend chicken was so fun I couldn't believe how much the ice cream looked like fried chicken! Overall this is a must go to restaurant in Charleston! Come early and wait in line and enjoy the delicious food! read more

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I don't have a lot to add that hasn't already been said. Leaving this review more for myself for the next time I'm in Charleston. Great food, great service. Even the other customers were nice. This is definitely a place I'll come back to every time I come to Charleston. read more

We really considered not waiting in the line for this one. We thought, "nothing can be worth a line like that." Well, I'm glad we did because it was well worth the wait. Arguably one of the best meals we had in Charleston (and we had some good ones). We got there at 4:15pm, with about 60 people ahead of us in line. There were still some seats available for their first service (at 5pm), but we were in workout gear and fully anticipated a later time slot. We got 8:30/8:45, but weren't seated until almost 9pm. It was all good though because we got to stop in at Seahorse for some drinks. We were then seated at the "chef's table" and where the staff engaged with us and made us feel perfectly at home! The food was fantastic, with no missteps at all. We had: the caviar sammies, tuna belly toast, grilled oysters, charred lamb ribs, and bone marrow. Each dish was fanatic, with the lamb ribs and bone marrow being our top two. The only lackluster dishes were the desserts (we had a key lime bombé and ube banana pudding), which were pulled right from the freezer and felt like an afterthought. Nice flavors, but cold and not as good as the savory food on offer. read more

This was my favorite restaurant experience in Charleston (and that's saying something in a city filled with extraordinary food!). Our party of four arrived about 20 minutes to the five o'clock opening on the rainiest and coldest Dec eve and got the last table. Our food was amazing. We had the following: * Swordfish Ceviche * Tuna belly Tartare * Cauliflower cacio e Pepe * Charred lamb ribs * Bone Marrow & Shrimp Tempura * Braised Veal Cheeks * Linguine with Clams * The "not fried chicken" waffle ice cream The service was great and our server was super patient and cautious with our two different allergies. I would be hard pressed to pick a favorite dish- though the dessert at the end was ingenious - waffle ice cream in a cereal crust designed to look like a chicken leg. Pro tip: they don't take reservations so definitely come early. read more

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If I could give 10 stars, I would. This was one of the best meals OF MY LIFE!!!! I recommend getting there as soon as they open. Within 10 min, they were full. We started with a caviar Sammy. Now we have never tried caviar and the actual sandwich is only a Hawaiian roll, HOWEVER, if you go anywhere else and try caviar, it's at least $40. This was $14. It was phenomenal!!! I think I heard singing coming from my tastebuds. Next, we went with bone marrow. We had also never tried this. Florida doesn't seem to have any of these crazy dishes in many restaurants, not that I've seen anyway. It was paired with boom boom shrimp and tasty bread from the grill. So so good!! I love how although they were on a wait, we were never rushed and waiting the cooks work their asses off and never take a break or complain was a master piece in itself. The cooks were friendly and even gave samples of their chili lime shrimp! We next had beef wagu tartare( you guessed it, we had also never tried raw beef) the way the chef presented it made it so approachable and unique! Last but not least, the lamb ribs ( which tasted nothing like lamb) but were Falling off the bone with a delectable sauce. I'm pretty sure we rolled out of there. I'm not sure anywhere will top this experience! You must eat here! read more

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Terrible. Stood in line for two hours and was lied to about entry time. Stood in line for another full hour after setting the res. Waste of time will not be coming back. read more

We stayed in Charleston just for this restaurant yesterday. We arrived at 4:30PM with about 25 people ahead of us while we waited for dinner. We sat at the bar tried all the selections of raw oysters and a tray of grilled oysters topped with crab fat. The raw oysters were some the best I've ever tasted ! The smoked wahoo curry dish so was executed perfectly. Caviar sandwich on a potato roll was quite the treat. Every single dish was fresh and bursting with exquisite flavors. The desserts we tried were really fun. Best meal I've ever had in Charleston !!! Hopefully they one day will do a set prefixed lunch menu soon. They could also serve beer while you wait in line if possible at least for the first fifteen people. read more

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