My husband, his parents, and I went to Kaminsky's at around 8:30ish on a weeknight for a sweet treat. It's a super small establishment with a few tables and some bar seating. Luckily, we were able to be seated immediately but it was very close quarters with surrounding tables. The menu is vast with different dessert options. If you want to know what cakes are available, you should check out the display stand right when you enter. Since we were there 2.5 hours before closing, there didn't seem to be a lot of cake options available, but my husband and I decided to share a slice of the s'mores cake with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream to make it à la mode. The s'mores cake was a chocolate cake with mini marshmallows, chocolate fudge, graham crackers, and more marshmallows. The cake was good and had everything I could ever want in it, but it was a little dry. I think this also had to do with it being the end of the night. The ice cream complemented the flavor well. It would have been better with a second scoop of ice cream though. Service was great! It took about 10 minutes from when we ordered to get our dessert. I would probably come back here again, but not so late at night so there would be fresher cake with more options available. read more

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We gave Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe a second try, but unfortunately they couldn't redeem themselves. On both visits, service was lacking. We waited about 5 to 10 minutes to be acknowledged while two employees stood nearby. The two layer chocolate caramel pecan cake, which our waitress initially could not find, was dry and tasted stale. I would not order it again. The Tollhouse pie was a bit better, but the presentation and the whipped cream were the standouts, and the whipped cream wasn't even homemade! That's the best thing I could say about our experience. The food, pricing, service, and ambiance all fell below average. When you are located downtown with so many great dessert options around, you really need to step up your game. We will not be returning. read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - 2 Layer Chocolate caramel pecan cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Kaminsky's was a treat. It felt like the perfect stop when you want something sweet, comforting, and memorable. The dessert was delicious, and the overall experience felt warm, easy, and enjoyable. There is something special about a place that lets you slow down and simply enjoy the moment, and Kaminsky's did exactly that. It was a lovely part of our stay, and I would absolutely recommend stopping in. read more

Ordered an off menu drink, and it was delicious! Michael prepared it, while Gracie and Acacia provided the friendliest customer service. There is a wide collection of sweet, alcoholic and nonalcoholic, milkshakes, and martinis. This is the dessert shop for Tbonz next door. read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Birthday cake martini - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

We stopped by Kaminsky's on a Saturday night looking for a sweet treat. I wasn't totally impressed with the options, but it wasn't terrible either. I expected more unique dessert options, or even vanilla bean over vanilla. Personally, I expected to be wowed more with the options, and I wasn't. Nonetheless, this is a nice place to stop by and get something sweet. Service was lovely and the inside is nice, especially if you get a seat at the bar. It's also family friendly. read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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After dinner, we decided to grab dessert in Charleston and upon searching found Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe. Parking was outside on the street, and when we walked in, it was busy with people ordering takeout and enjoying their desert. We checked out the place, and found a table, and soon our server, Grace, came over. We ordered the A La Mode and milkshake. We enjoyed the desert. It was delicious, well-made, and melted in our mouths. It was absolutely amazing. We also loved the milkshakes. They were some of the best we've had.The chocolate milkshakes was incredible. Kaminsky's is definitely a great place to go in Charleston to try their delicious desserts. read more

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We liked this place. This was our final stop on a culinary tour and we got a cappuccino and a slice of cheesecake and a slice of the cookie pie. Both were fantastic! read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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First of all, kudos for having multiple dessert bars open late! We need these in every city! Bakeries always close early and then the only establishments open after 7pm are just bars and pubs. I've always felt the intense need for a proper dessert place. Kaminisky's has cakes, milkshakes and pies offered. My hope is that one day there would also be pastries, cupcakes and single serving Euro or Asian style cakes and desserts open somewhere. Okay, back to Kaminiskys--their cakes and pies were by the slice and I kid you not, they went for $8 - $12 a slice. Craziness. I would have happily paid $5 - $6 for a regular portion sized slice of cake. Instead, my bill was close to $13 for a gigantic slice of chocolate cake. The flavors were kind of similar and didn't have anything too exciting; I was looking for lemon cream or strawberries 'n cream, pear and graham cracker, etc. I opted for the Mountain of Chocolate. I don't particularly go for chocolate flavored desserts because I like fruit flavors better or more interesting ingredients like creme brulee, etc. but the description of ganache and buttercream sounded fab. For what I got, it definitely was chocolately but fortunately, not overly sweet. There was way too much cake ratio to cream. The server mentioned chocolate mousse but there was none. The buttercream was delicious but way too little! I wanted a thick layer of it but alas, could not even cover the massive amount of cake. I didn't taste any ganache either. Oh darn, should've gone with the lighter chocolate Heath cake! read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

As someone born and raised in Charleston, I was shocked by my experience at Kaminsky's. On a busy Saturday night, my boyfriend and I stopped in for dessert. An open table became available, and when we sat down, the hostess, the woman working that evening (Saturday), immediately told us we could not sit there. No explanation was provided, which left us confused and feeling unwelcome. Because of the way we were treated, we ordered a slice of key lime pie to go instead of staying. We even left a tip despite the poor service. Unfortunately, the key lime pie was awful and very disappointing. What bothered me most was the hostess's rude and dismissive attitude. If there was a reason we couldn't sit at the open table, it was never communicated to us. The interaction was so strange and unwelcoming that it left me wondering whether we were being treated differently for some reason. I've visited Kaminsky's many times over the years, but this was by far my worst experience. Between the rude service, poor hospitality, and disappointing dessert, I will not be returning. read more

I always stop here when in town. The nutty Irishman is my go to coffee. Dessert varies depending on what they have that day but usually includes chocolate. It gets busy. As it is usually me I try to steal a seat at the bar to avoid the wait. There are only a few tables so seating is limited. Pro tip go to the restaurant next door and order dessert. read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Nutty irishman - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Totally loved the idea of a dessert cafe.. and this place was a nice spot to pop in for sweet treat after dinner. the pie was yummy. There was lots of options. So glad they had milk and if we wanted other drink options it was available. read more

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The service was awful. It took nearly 30 minutes to get us a slice of pre-made cake and a coke float to go. People waited even longer than us. They prioritized taking new orders and people's money over serving their existing customers what they had already bought. read more

Heard so many things about Kaminsky's so we made our way here after dinner at Sorghum & Salt. We knew one of their signature items was the pies so we sought to split the Tollhouse pie. First, the ambiance when you enter is pretty dope. It's like a mini lounge with the dim lighting. And you get table service too. It's crazy. But the tollhouse pie was tasty. Generous serving - one we had to split between the both of us. Super delicious and decadent. Amazing nightcap to our first night in Charleston! read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Tollhouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Went in to get a carry out... ordered a slice of chocolate cake ( chocolate buttercream layer and frosting). I was quite disappointed. My husband and I were excited to try them because of reviews, but this cake was a little dry and didn't taste that fresh. It just tasted like any chocolate box mix cake. Nothing unique at all....Maybe try a different one people! read more

My family and friends visited Kaminsky's for my birthday dessert! This location is in downtown Charleston so there is no stand alone parking. You can find street parking close by. I was greeted as soon as I entered and quickly seated. The service was exceptional. I ordered the Chocolate mound cake. Don't worry if you aren't sure what to get. You can just tell your server what you like and they can provide several recommendations. The Chocolate Mound Cake was huge and so delicious, like a moist chocolate explosion. The desserts are very big and perfect for sharing. They also offer fancy dessert coffees, milkshakes, pies and adult dessert beverages. This place is my happy place! I highly recommend! read more

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I went into this cafe after wanting to try forced and OH. MY. LORDDD. It was the best service I've had in Charleston. The lady who was serving at the bar with the mushroom earrings was the nicest and most attentive service person I have met so far in Charleston. Aside from the amazing service the coconut cream pie was outstanding and the hot chocolate was good. It was such a cute and cozy vibe and I am looking forward to coming back for the food but also the outstanding service from the mushroom earrings woman. read more

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Desserts and boozy milkshakes are only rivaled by Carmella's ! Always a necessary stop after dinner or lunch nearby. Minus 1 star for abysmal service, however, we were told they had no servers that day and therefore bartenders were serving. It took 10 min of me standing at the register for them to acknowledge I needed to pay and leave. read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

We stopped here for takeout dessert and were not disappointed. The butterfinger cheese cake was creamy and delicious, with the perfect amount of butterfinger flavor. My wife got the key lime pie, which I am usually not a fan of, but theirs was tasty and delightfully tart. Friendly staff with helpful suggestions. We will definitely try to return during our visit to Charleston. read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Butterfinger cheese cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

So many desserts to choose from, a great playlist, great coffee and drink choices...we got the ice cream sundae and added pecans. I mean, how could it go wrong?! A case full of cakes, pies, cobblers and cookies and brownies ready to go. Staff was friendly, plenty of seating, and located right across from the market...and the sundae was very good. The milkshakes looked amazing. Note: they only have vanilla ice cream. The server also let us know that the desserts may rotate, so, there may be something in the case that's not on the menu. read more

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Visited on February 21st. This place was amazing. I had never heard of a cafe that also caters to adult "alcohol added" desserts. Collectively we tasted the Mochatini, Bushwhacker, and the Up All Night. Our overall consensus was the "Up All Night" was the best! The Hummingbird cake (spice cake, pineapples, bananas, cream cheese icing and pecans) it was delicious and large enough for 2 1/2 servings. We also had the Toll House which was rich with chocolate chips and also plenty enouh to share. Overall, we were pleased with our visit and dessert choices. Coffee was good as well, smooth! They have a bar inside the cafe and an attached restaurant bar calls TBonz. Although the vibe looked chill, we didn't eat there so this review is only for Kaminsky's. We will definitely be back when we're back in Charleston area. Thank you to server, she was delightful and professional. read more

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I came right at open and as soon as I walked in, I was greeted with a bunch of scrumptious looking dessert in a display case. But I only came for one thing and that was a slice of tollhouse pie. ($8+ with tax). The friendly worker asked if I wanted it heated and I said oh yes! It was so decadent and luckily I ate barbecue before or i would've got at least one more slice and maybe another dessert. It was very clean inside as well. read more

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Kaminsky's has been a consistently excellent dessert spot for at least the last 20 years. I have not been disappointed yet. It's a small, intimate and cozy dessert cafe and bar attached to the Tbonz restaurant. You can walk in and order to go or sit and order from the menu. Tonight we walked in and were seated immediately. I had the Cherry Chocolate Chip Pie. It is the perfect blend of fruit and chocolate. My friends ordered the New York cheesecake and the mixed berry cobbler. Everything was on point. read more

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My wife and I loved this place. We stopped here twice during our vacation. They have a nice wait staff and great desserts. I really enjoyed my mochatini. The second time we stopped and got root beer floats with adult root beer, which was also very tasty and exactly what we needed on a hot Charleston night read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Mmmmm Mochatini - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Kaminski's Dessert Café in downtown Charleston is an absolute gem for anyone with a sweet tooth. From the moment you step inside, the warm ambiance and inviting dessert displays promise an unforgettable treat -- and they absolutely deliver! I tried their signature Tollhouse Pie, and it was divine -- rich, gooey, perfectly warm, and paired beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The Expresso milkshake was thick and rich and did not disappoint! The 3 layer chocolate cake was my best friend's birthday celebration choice! Carmel latte to seal the deal was beautiful to the eye and pallet. The staff were friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do. Whether you're wrapping up a night out or just craving something indulgent, Kaminski's is the perfect stop. It's more than dessert -- it's a whole experience with huge servings! Highly recommend making this a must-visit on your Charleston itinerary! Located next to the Market can make for a busy location and a line out the door. Wait it out, it's worth it! read more

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We had great service on the Monday afternoon we stopped in. The chocolate cake was amazing. It's made in house. $9/slice. There is a bar or tables to sit at. You can order at counter for takeaway or be served. read more

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Had a craving for something sweet and boy did this place deliver. Located down in the middle of it all in Charleston. The decor is like a historic looking cafe which was clean and classic. The service was a tad slow but they were busy. We had two different cakes both of which were incredibly moist and full of flavor. I also had a vanilla latte which was very good but could have been a little warmer. My better half had a cup of coffee which she said was decent. All in all very solid cafe and would definitely return in the area. read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Chocolate Funfetti Cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Popular dessert cafe connected to a full service restaurant. Stopped in here to grab a slice of cake to go, as it seems many people do. They have several cakes on display as well as a bar. Some of the plates that they were serving to people looked pretty great, especially the pies with ice cream. The M&M cake slice to go was a bit visually disappointing, feel free to look at the photo below. Still tasted good though. Just too much icing, but I have that experience 9 out of 10 times at any dessert place. Service was quick even with a line. read more

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I miss dessert cafes and Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe makes me nostalgic for them. This is a must-go destination for anyone with a sweet tooth! The best part? It has a little something for everyone! We were warmly greeted upon entry. The Southern hospitality was genuine and delightful - the staff here were simply lovely people. We were seated at a recently vacated table. It is obvious this is a very busy place. We all ordered something different. Upon seeing the key lime pie martini I had to order it. For me that's the best dessert cocktail and while Kaminsky's didn't make my favorites list it was a superb cocktail still. I was content. All in all everyone was very pleased with our stop here! read more

First time trying Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe, Charleston, SC and unfortunately, it was a disappointing experience. (take out) When I opened the bag, there was chocolate all over the outside of the packaging--far more than the photo even shows. It was also throughout the bottom of the containers, and it didn't appear to come from the milk chocolate dessert we ordered. The overall presentation was messy and unexpected, especially for a place with such a strong reputation. More concerning was the quality of the dessert itself. The Bourbon Pecan Pie slice did not reflect the price point. The crust was extremely tough and tasted stale, and the overall slice seemed old rather than fresh. The name alone had me really looking forward to it, which made the experience even more disappointing. This one hit a little deeper for me--my wife has been at Medical University of South Carolina for the past 34 days, and I was hoping a high-end dessert would lift her spirits. I truly wanted this to be a special moment for her. I'm sharing this in hopes that quality and attention to detail improve, because the concept and reputation suggest it should be much better. read more

Walked here after dinner at Poogan's. It is a dessert bar with a bar feel. I had the cookie butter cake and a latte. My husband had the bourbon pecan pie and said it was great. The vibe was great, it was loud with great music. The place was BUSY! There are several dessert/sweet shops along the street but none were as crowded as Kaminsky's and for good reason. read more

We are tourists in Charleston and came to this place because it was promised to be a fun ambiance and "the best milkshakes in town." When we arrived it was dead and we waited several minutes before someone showed us to a table. Everyone was busy with side chores, but we were happy selecting our milkshakes. After a long wait some came by to tell us that they were actually running counter service--which was news to us. When we went up to the counter to place our order we were informed that the ice cream machine was broken and they weren't making milkshakes. Look I get it. Things break. But when your ice cream machine breaks and you are known for milkshakes, at a bare minimum you need a manager on the floor. The customer service here was non-existent and we left unhappy and unsatisfied. I would think twice before making a trek to go to this restaurant. read more

I'm not a beenya but as a comeya, Kaminsky's has been a favorite dessert place of mine since 1997 as a CofC freshman. My go to was the Mountain of Chocolate cake for years but I'll never forget when my sister brought me a whole Fruit and Buttercream cake all the way to our hometown for my 23rd birthday. I've since had to change my eating to gluten-free so the Double Dare Chocolate Torte is my new love, lol. I decided to venture out of my box last Saturday and tried the Lemon Poppy Seed Cake and ... nope I'll stick to my new favorite. I also had the Nutty Irish (coffee, Irish cream liqueur, hazelnut liqueur) and it was divine! My daughter had her usual, the brownie sundae and of course it was delicious! Due to the expected weather, the restaurant was bare which was perfect for us! Our server was knowledgeable of the menu and had a great personality (although she recommended that lemon poppy seed cake lol). The music is always on point whoever is on the Aux when we come, giver her a raise! read more

Would love to be creative or funny with this review, but Kaminsky's effectively drained anything positive from my body. Hands down the worst cake and coffee I've ever had in my life. If you're between Carmella's or this place, don't be. It could not be any less of a competition. Source: I had Carmella's last night and it was delightful read more

I came here for chocolate cake and it was so chocolatety and rich. You'd have to be a major chocolate lover to finish it. Cake slices are huge! They also have dessert cocktails and friendly staff. Id like to try the pie if I'm ever in the area again. read more

I barely remember what we ate and drank, I just remember how I felt haha. Decadent, but not sickeningly sweet. We immediately said we need to return. read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Berry cobbler Bourbon Pecan Pie Slice cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Super dessert selection! We went 2x during our stay in Charleston for after dinner dessert & drinks. Semi-quiet, calm vibe. Cookies, pies all yummy. Cobbler-- excellent!! read more

Delicious treats. Had the heathbar cheesecake and their tollhouse pie. Inside is nothing fancy and there wasn't a wait. read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Tollhouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Amazing desserts!!! Did not disappoint - the brownie sundae and the tollhouse with a scoop of ice cream. Mmmm

My favorite dessert spot of all time! My go to dessert is the tollhouse cookie pie of course, warmed up with a scoop of vanilla and a latte to drink with it. The staff is always so patient, there's so many good options to choose from, as well as helpful to help you make a decision. Most of the time it is pretty crowded, I mean it's right beside The Market and delicious, but the line tends to move quickly. They have seating inside, as well as tables across the street by The Market. Will always, always, always, recommend Kaminsky's! read more

Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe - Tollhouse Cookie Pie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Was really excited to try this place. They are open until 1am but at 9:30pm, ran out of ice cream and a few other desserts. With over half of their items being part ice cream, it really limited the menu. We got the red velvet cake which was not good at all. Drinks weren't worth it. Our waitress was nice but would not come back here at all. read more