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    Little Jack's Tavern

    4.0 (537 reviews)
    Open • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    LITTLE JACK'S TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Phil P.

    Waiter was very prompt and pleasant. The motif is taken from Jack Dempsey the boxer. There are photos of boxing and horse racing on the walls. The two of us each ordered the tavern burger which mine was a double but made for a little person. Tasty yet tiny. Menu is expensive. $22 for double tiny burger but it is yummy

    Emma D.

    Little Jack's Tavern is the kind of place that makes you want to linger a little longer. The atmosphere feels timeless--warm, classic, and cozy without trying too hard. I ordered the Tavern Burger (a Charleston must), and it lived up to the hype: perfectly seasoned, juicy, and just the right size on that sesame bun. The garlic & herb fries were addictive--crispy, fragrant, and impossible to stop picking at. The Caesar salad was fresh and well-balanced with crunchy gremolata breadcrumbs, and the chicken cutlet (crispy Milanese-style) was golden, tender, and topped with a bright arugula salad that kept it light. To drink, I went with the Bohemian Rhaspberry cocktail--refreshing, slightly tart, and a fun contrast to the richer plates on the table. It tied the whole meal together. The service was friendly and attentive as well.

    Claudia S.

    Little Jack's is a historic tavern and absolutely adorable inside! I came with friends, and we sat in a booth overlooking the bar. We didn't see the patio until we left--looks great with cute orbs for lighting! In terms of food, the burgers are where it's at! I ordered the Tavern Burger with garlic fries. My friends ordered the double Tavern Burger with garlic fries and a chopped salad. Service was good (and very patient as we had a toddler with us!) I found the burger to be one of the best I've had in quite some time--perfectly tender and flavorful! I only wish it was bigger and had lettuce. I contemplated taking a star for that reason--but the food genuinely was VERY good. The garlic fries are also VERY good. Dunk them in the accompanying dipping sauce for a good pairing! Overall, we all loved our food! We also got cocktails: pisco sours! As a Peruvian, I can genuinely say they're LEGIT. Vicuña-approved!!! In terms of cost, a Tavern burger was about $23 without tax and tip. Also, try the fried cauliflower or the grouper fritters to start!!

    Read the sign on the piano.
    Dana R.

    We were on our way from the beach in North Carolina to Florida. We used yelp to find a lunch place along the way and ended up in Charleston. We were planning on eating at Leon's Fine Poultry and Oyster Bar. We arrived and put our name on the list but the wait was over an hour and we still had a lot of driving to do. I remembered reading the Leon's had some sister establishments nearby so we walked around and looked at the nearby restaurants. Little Jacks was really cute and had a smallish menu and they had no wait. We all loved what we ordered. I had the salad with shrimp added. It was so good! Our wait staff was amazing. I think her name was Ansley. There was one strange thing. For a place that seemed to be predominantly a bar it did not have soda on tap. We ordered cokes and diet cokes and they came out of plastic bottles and were a little flat as they are.

    Cauliflower
    Dan S.

    Little Jacks Tavern for lunch is a great little gem. I can't recall one of the appetizers we had, but not pictured we had the brussel sprouts and cauliflower. Both were good especially if you like brussel sprouts. I got the shrimp burger and I didn't know what to expect, but when it came out and had my first bite it had that nice chargrilled flavor. I'm definitely glad I got this burger. Our waitress was really good and took good care of us. Restaurant was very clean and had an outdoor section to enjoy the nice Charleston days or nights.

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    Janny L.

    Best burger in Charleston. It's such a simple cheeseburger, but if you like caramelized onions this is hands down the best. Little jacks has the best ambience, it's a great spot with a low key vibe while still feeling "nice". Service is always good and fast. I've been multiple times, and it's always consistent!

    Bar is cool spot to sit, great cheeseburger. Usually get in and out pretty quickly and the service has always been consistently good.

    Jack's Burger*
    Katie W.

    The Little Jack's burger truly lives up to the hype! Awesome signature sauce for the fries too. The cozy tavern has a great vibe, with excellent cocktails and a friendly staff. We took part in a Blackbird deal earlier this year and waited 3 hours for our burgers--totally worth it! (Especially when you can grab some drinks at Graft & get a text once your table is ready!) I'm definitely looking forward to visiting the Little Jack's team again soon!

    Double Tavern Burgers with homemade Fries.
    Steve M.

    Still the best burgers around. This is the first time we been to LJT where we went for lunch and could enjoy dinning outside. We both really enjoyed the quaint little patio and comfortable seating and it is so much quieter than eating inside. Service while not over the top was good. If you are not aware, Bon Appetit's Restaurant once named Little Jack's Tavern Burger as the nations best. And while I have not had the pleasure of eating every burger in the US, it might be hard to find one that is better. This is a a quarter-pound beef patty, with griddled onion, with gooey American cheese, served on a sesame seed bun. I ordered the larger double Tavern burger with extra cheese. The only thing that is disappointing, is that LJT no longer serves their house made chips with caviar.

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    Excellent meal, excellent service, and beautiful restaurant, live piano player was a beautiful touch

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    Small portion but an excellent burger. Very nice ambiance. Dark and moody. Great artwork on the walls

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    Great atmosphere. We tried the grouper fritters and tavern burger and neither one disappointed. Will be back soon.

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    One of the Best Burgers in town. The best garlic and herb fries in Charleston. Great staff. Great ambiance. A true local gem.

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    Best burger in town. Great setting and their drinks are fabulous. Best Pimm's Cup in Charleston. One of my go to's!

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    Ask the Community - Little Jack's Tavern

    Is there anything besides salad for vegetarians?

    Yes- they have a wonderful veggie burger and I'd recommend the Brussels or fries as a side. Start with the beautiful crudités and finish with cheesecake and a cocktail and you're golden.

    I see the price of the Tavern burger went up from $8 to $10, with everyone's complaint in the size, did it get bigger?

    Not only is the burger small but it is NOW, $15! Tastes good but NOT WORTH $15. I will NOT be coming back.

    Do they offer Gluten Free buns? Thanks :)

    No. They do not

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