Traveling for work and was looking for good New Orleans cooking, I found it here…read more I stopped for lunch, got hear right as the doors opened and the place was full by the time we got our drinks, good sign. Service was friendly and attentive, good atmosphere. The food only topped off the good first impression. For appetizers we got gator bites ( seasoning was so good they didn't even need sauce) second was the Andui and shrimp Mac & Cheese (amazing) I could have just eaten these and been satisfied. The shrimp and crayfish porboy was large and tasted so good, man the seasoning on the fries was so good. The batter on the fish was amazing as well. We left with food to spare and already planning on what we will get next time we're in town. And only 15min from the airport. Great job Lola!!

LOLA does crawfish boils on Tuesdays, and we went specifically for that. They offer a few different…read moreoptions--$17.99 for one pound, around the mid-$20s for two pounds (don't remember exact), and $39 for three pounds. The crawfish was cooked well and had great flavor. The only thing we noticed was they were a bit juicy--we think they may not have soaked in the boil as long, which usually helps absorb more flavor. My husband really enjoyed them (this trip was mostly for him!), but they were a little spicy for me. I ended up getting a Caesar salad with fried crawfish tails instead, and it was huge--I only made it through about half. We also got margaritas during happy hour--both were really good. I had the lychee margarita, and my husband got the mango with a Cajun rim. Service was very good--our waiter was attentive and friendly. The only small downside was that we did feel a little rushed. It does say on the menu that they ask guests not to stay longer than 1.5 hours, so just something to keep in mind. They are pet-friendly, and we sat outside. There was plenty of outdoor seating, and the tables had umbrellas, which was nice. The only other thing we weren't thrilled about was the credit card surcharge--it was around 3-3.5%, which feels a bit high, especially since most people don't carry cash anymore. Overall, a great spot--especially if you're a crawfish fan!

Really good experience! Wait staff are friendly and attentive. Food was really good. The…read morehushpuppies were the best I've had. Soft on the outside and cooked to perfection on the inside. Oysters, deviled eggs (can get without bacon on the top as well), pickle dip (need more chips cause there's a lot of dip) was all great! The kettle turkey, fries, and cucumber salad is totally get again. Drinks fun and refreshing as well. Keep in mind there may be a bit of a walk cause parking is a little bit away but doable. Beautiful scenery as well.

I came here for a bachelorette dinner (party of 9). I ordered the cacio e pepe with chicken and…read moreherb fries. The main entree was good and a good serving size. The only comment I have is it is heavy on black pepper. I liked the herb fries as well but not very herby, more on the plain side. The service was really slow. They could've served us faster and at the same time. The ambiance is very confusing. Inside the restaurant looks upscale and could be fancy. The attire is very casual and there's a big tv with UFC playing.. I am confused. I feel like something doesn't belong in there... especially with the price of food as well. I don't think I'd come here again.

Nice takeout spot. Friendly staff. Got the soft shell crab and shrimp snack. I have no idea what…read morethey put on those soft shelled crab, but they were the most moist and flavorful I have ever had. I considered going back in to ask if they sold the seasoning they put on the crab, but I will definitely be back and I was crunched for time.

Great seafood and customer service. Will return and recommend to anyone!…read more Liz & Pat

If youre looking for blue crab seafood boil this place is the best in Charleston. I went to several…read moreplaces but Geechie was by far had the best tasting blue crab boil. The seasoning on the sauce was not too salty or too plain just perfect. I would go back if Im in Charleston again!

The reviews said this place cooks to order so I was prepared to wait. After ordering it took about…read more25 minutes to get the food, but there were comfortable seats for those waiting. The crab rice was highly recommended, but wasn't what I expected. It was very mild in flavor and skimpy on the crab. The crab claw clusters were a little small, but she gave me an extra one so that's fair. As soon as I got home I changed into a stained shirt and devoured 3 crab claw clusters dripping with garlic-herb butter with my bare hands. This is not a food I eat in front of others. The butter sauce was very thin but flavorful and there was plenty of it. The yams were delicious, and sweet as dessert. Hubby's shrimp po boy was filling and very good.

My wife and I had a great time at the Darling Oyster Bar! The local oysters were fresh and…read moredelicious. Emily was very knowledgeable on the menu. Definitely recommend for oysters and drinks.

I had the distinct pleasure of being served by the most beautiful and angelic women. Amy and Emily…read morewere so attentive and knowledgeable- it was a remarkable experience.

delicious!! had to have it one more time before it closed…read more thank you kristen. thank goodness not too busy.

Gone but never forgotten... I'm sad that it took me so long…read moreto try them, but it was mainly do to it's proximity from my house. I love all seafood. And who doesn't like French fries? But fish & chips specifically, is not something that I ever really crave. But luckily, I had a job outing at the CODfather and it literally blew all of our minds. Even if you get a half order, it's still huge! And same can be said about the fish sandwich. I usually cut the filet in half and ate one part separately. Aside from the size, it's always cooked perfectly. Great quality meat and not overly battered. My only complaint is I wish there was more seasoning in the batter. However, to offset that, they literally have some of the best cocktail sauce and tarter sauce that I've ever had. I've only had them twice, but they managed to earn a special place in my heart. Side note, though similar, there's no affiliation with the other CODfather restaurant.

I was skeptical when I pulled up to a seafood place in the middle of a shopping center. There were…read moreadvertisements for "Shen Yun" and noodle soup on the windows. Turns out these 5 star reviews are legit. This place was fantastic. We had the Catfish and Shrimp plus the seafood boil. It was all fantastic. We're from Louisiana l, not the Northeast or Midwest like some of the reviews. The service was great. Everyone is very nice which fits the Charleston vibe. They serve bottle drinks only. No fountain drinks.

When my coworker and I visited this restaurant for lunch, the experience was extremely…read moredisappointing. I ordered the pork chop with a choice of rice or corn and selected corn. What I received was shocking: a very thin, breakfast-sized pork chop and half an ear of corn- all for $12.80 I asked the server where the rest of my meal was, and instead of acknowledging the issue, she asked what was wrong with it. I then asked her if she would personally pay $12 for what was in front of us. Her solution was to bring out another thin pork chop, which did not resolve the problem at all. This place used to be amazing when the original owner was running it- the food was always fast and fabulous. Unfortunately, that quality is clearly gone. The difference is night and day, and they desperately need the original owner back.

What a culinary experience. This is the ultimate seafood stop and worth the wait. It's summer so we…read moreexpected a decent wait time but gave the wives time to shop and grab drinks elsewhere. Once we were seated on the back patio, which was cool and with menu right on the wall to help with all fresh seafood and oysters. We were greeted by our server (Aiden) who was super knowledgeable and very kind. He gave us the run down recommended some drinks and gave the specials. The oysters, drinks and food was amazing and this will now be a permanent stop for any Charleston trips

Their raw oysters are definitely in my top three best oysters I have EVER had. I seriously believe…read moreit has EVERYTHING to do with the oyster shucker's expertise. I didn't have to pry the oyster away from the shell, I got no grit, no broken pieces of shell and the oyster liquor was filled to the brim. All I had to do was tip those babies up and down the hatch they went. I trusted the shucker to give me two each of his top three choices and to say he came through was a complete understatement. We had two from Maine called Mosher Island. Delicious. Clean and sweet. Perfectly sized. Next came Lil Stoner from North Carolina. Even better if that's possible. I could have easily eaten a dozen. Love their cocktail and mignonette sauces, but these oysters did not need them whatsoever. And saving the best for last were Lowcountry Cups from South Carolina which had a briny kick to them that made my toes curl up! Seriously. I was sorry I had already ordered other items because I just wanted to keep indulging in those raw morsels of heaven. The crispy oysters were fine but all that sauce and sweetness detracted completely from the oyster itself which was fried perfectly. Next time, no sauce for me. Just did not require it. Same with the oyster po boy. Messy to eat because it had splashes of this and that and more. Those oysters just did not need it. Shrimp taco was quite good. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and they were a good value. Its seasoning didn't drown out the seafood flavor, just enhanced it. I can only imagine what their soft shell crab is like. Next year! The cocktails were great and the service was outstanding. Aiden could not have been nicer and we seriously had the best shucker known to man. I asked for his opinions and he knocked it out of the park. We just relocated to the area and are making our list for all the guests that are looking to visit. I have lived all over the country and missed my raw oysters. So thanks and see you soon! I recommend sitting at the bar if possible. We med a very nice lady who was visiting her son from North Carolina and a newlywed couple from New York in town for a wedding. They were delightful.