Azalea Bar is an absolute gem in downtown Summerville. First of all, it is gorgeous inside. I love…read morethat all three rooms have completely different vibes, so every visit feels a little unique. There's also a large outdoor area if you want to sit outside and enjoy the evening. The staff is fabulous, and I always love seeing Valerie when I go in -- she's the best. Cocktails are consistently amazing and always so yummy, and the food never disappoints. It's perfect for popping in if you're solo, date night, girls' night, and if you're lucky, y'all can snag the big green couches in the middle room. And of course, you always have to go say hi to the bobcat when you're there. One of my favorite spots around -- highly recommend.

We really enjoyed our time here. This bar strikes a great balance between upscale and cozy--it…read morefeels elevated, but not in a way that requires getting dressed up just to enjoy a good cocktail. The drinks are priced on the higher end, but the relaxed, comfortable atmosphere makes it feel approachable. We also love that they offer seasonal and holiday cocktails, which is right up our alley. We brought Luna along and sat on the patio, which was a nice option. I would love to see heaters added outside to make the patio more comfortable on cooler nights. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive throughout our visit. I ordered the Fireside Chat (served warm), made with Four Roses Bourbon, Croft Tawny Port, apple cider, orange juice, grenadine, turbinado sugar, allspice, and clove ($15). I really enjoyed the flavor profile--warm, well-balanced, and perfect for the season. That said, I was a little disappointed that my second drink wasn't garnished nearly as nicely as the first, especially given the price. Flavor-wise, though, both were very good. My husband started with the Gingersnap, which includes Monkey Shoulder blended Scotch whisky, Disaronno almond liqueur, butterscotch liqueur, spiced ginger syrup, heavy cream, Angostura bitters, cookie rim, and nutmeg ($16). He enjoyed it but felt it was definitely a one-drink cocktail due to how sweet, creamy, and heavy it was. He also ordered the Smoked Maple-Bacon Old Fashioned with bacon fat-washed bourbon, spiced maple syrup, tobacco bitters, and a salted brown sugar rim ($16). This one was a miss for him--too sweet, with the maple and smoke overpowering the drink, and not much bacon flavor coming through. That said, the presentation was excellent; watching the smoke being lit was a highlight, and I even grabbed a video of it. Our total came to about $71 before tip, and we didn't order any food, so it's definitely on the pricier side. Still, for the ambiance, creative cocktails, and overall experience, I think it's worth it--especially for a relaxed night out with a more elevated feel.

Had a great time here while visiting family in South Carolina. The people were friendly and the…read moredrinks were good. Not to mention that the prices for the cocktails were extremely low. The karaoke was hilarious. I will definitely be back to this establishment the next time I'm in Santee South Carolina

Cool bar fun atmosphere. Staff is friendly. I would visit again. It was near our hotel. Drinks were…read moregood we did not order food.

Food and service were amazing!! Came for a bachelorette and…read moreour server, Hannah, was so sweet and fun! She gave us amazing recommendations, she suggested some of the best dishes i've ever had!! The dining room was busy but not crowded. absolute 10/10. Manager Bryce was so wonderful as well. Definitely a must visit no matter the occasion. They were also kind enough to bring out a dessert with a candle for the bride Cannot wait to visit again. Still talking about this dinner on the plan ride home!

Food and drinks were both good... not the best I've ever had but good…read more Lunch on a Friday... several ppl at the bar but we were the only seat customers. The waitress was indifferent and seemed as they we were bothering her ....which is fine, as I was equally "bothered" by her and her attitude. I liked the bar and restaurant and the menu was solid. Our service would have made this 5 stars but we have lots of other choices on King Street that will have staff more excited for our business.

A great find in the city with beautiful and tasty craft cocktails. The staff was great walking us…read morethrough the menu and giving recommendations of what we might like best. We stopped in for some drinks and snack before dinner and opted for the Middleton and the Ticket to paradise (made with vodka) and a cheese board the snack on. Everything was great, the Middleton tasted like Christmas to me (in a good way!) and the cheese board hit the spot. A great find and can't to try them again!

The last trip to Charleston, we made a reservation for Doar Bros to pop in for a cocktail after…read moredinner. I loved the atmosphere! It's super cozy, very chic, and pretty small. The service was on point and the bartender was killing it at the bar - multitasking making 3 drinks all at once. It was super impressive and I took a few videos of him. I'm giving 4 stars because the first cocktail I ordered was SO SWEET that I couldn't get it down. I tried to drink it but had to send it back. We asked when we ordered about the flavor profile and supposedly it wasn't sweet, but all 3 of us agreed it was way oversweet. My black manhattan was phenomenal and my husband had a mocktail moscow mule that was awesome. Overall, I'd come back again - just be mindful of the ingredients in the drink and modifying as needed for sweetness. Make a reservation if you can!

Such a refreshing change from the typical downtown bar scene! Dalila's is on spring street right…read morearound the corner from King. They have quality high end cocktails, and swanky atmosphere and the crowd is great. My espresso martini kept me going all night and tasted incredible. I'll be back every time I'm in town!

Dalila's is a very small cocktail bar on Spring street just off of King. This low lit nook has…read morelimited seating inside and out with a decent playlist and fair cocktail prices. The staff was friendly and got to us the moment we walked in. I'm pretty picky about my gin martinis and theirs was one of the better that I've had in Charleston. Would def recommend if you're looking for a "hip" spot without the large crowds on a night out on the town.

Our server Amanda was very nice and made my birthday special! She was really sweet and explained…read morethe menu very well and recommended great food that we liked. We were seated upstairs and it was an intimate vibe. Perfect for our group of 5. We ordered a bunch of small plates that were perfect for sharing. My favorite was the Coquille which had the scallops and bacon. It had a strong garlic taste which I liked. The meatballs were delicious and had lamb on it. The strawberry martini was delicious and wasn't sweet at all! I highly recommend trying this place and getting a reservation upstairs if you're a group of 4 or more. The patio space was really nice too and perfect for summer and drinking. Definitely check the weather first before sitting out there.

We've been here 3-4 times and it is in the cutest house. The wait staff are super friendly. The…read moreinside has minimal decorations and lets the house speak for itself. Always clean inside. The food is good, nothing amazing, but good. I believe La Chev is a good experience restaurant with good basic French food. You would need to hon to downtown Charleston for great French food.

Came on a Tuesday night. Basic bar. It looked dead like a dive bar. There was no info about…read morespecific drinks just froze and beer and shots. Bartender was nice enough. I asked about whisky and got a list. Had a beer and left.

Nice staff with quick service - I wouldn't say this spot feels like a Cocktail bar, more like a…read moredive bar where you can take a bunch of fun shots. 2 restrooms, some tvs, 100+ shot types, canned drinks, etc. Barstools need some TLC, most were cracking and wobbly.

We came here for drinks while waiting for our Chubby Fish table…read more The cocktails are interesting and they also have small plates. I would love to visit again.

4.5. Phenominal cocktails! Will come back and recommend! The vibes are sailor sexy chic and I'm…read morehere for it! I had to avoid having a whole photoshoot in there. Tequila lovers: Chiapas Paloma was a whole experience in itself. I ordered that and loved it. It's only a 4.5 because I specifically went there for one cocktail and was positive it was still on the menu and staff informed me that they couldn't make it and acted like it wasn't on the menu but I had a friend order it two days later. A little upsetting but still not a big deal, just rubbed me the wrong way.

If you haven't been to Lost Isle yet, go. If you want to know what it is to have your taste, sight,…read moretouch, and hears all stimulated, go . I've been 5 times now. 3 times for dinner and twice for a cocktail and snack. Every time, the presentation of my drinks and food have been immaculate. Then I look up, and I'm seated beneath a beautiful tree with warm lights hanging above me. The fire that just cooked my food is roaring across the way. The wind is blowing and the temperature outside is perfect. I hear laughs and see smiles, not just from guests but the staff to each other and when checking in. Then, AND THEN, I get the Fire roasted olives. I want to use profanity so badly, but I also want everyone to see this and take this seriously. The garlic knuckles literally turn into a spread on the bread, then place an olive (with the pit) on top, then a light squeeze of the lemon. Next thing you know, you're saying "damn" out loud after a bite. Get the curry braised collards, do the above and dip your bread in, then you'll say "fuck." Sorry for the profanity, just go, enjoy yourself and really take in the food and environment, then you'll get it.

I knew I was going to like this place the moment I got there and heard them playing A Tribe Called…read moreQuest. Those of you who aren't familiar with the band I suggest you give a listen to their album Midnight Marauders. The very next song played was equal in its mellow vibe, and thats exactly the atmosphere that Lost Isle has created. In fact, the team there mentioned that the playlist was carefully curated to create such a vibe. Upon entering the parking lot, a dirt and gravel parking lot, it doesn't look like much. Another one of the empty or almost empty buildings along Maybank highway. There is a handwritten sign that informs the guest to come around back from the left-hand side as the right hand side is an employee entrance. Once you get to the side of the building you start to have a slight idea of what's going on. A white wooden pergola-like structure with benches to wait for a space to open up, tall green plants line the walkway of bright white rocks. That quickly opens up to a large area full of tables and two bars. One is the drink bar, where they have a full selection of beer wine and spirits, as well as other non potent potables. 12 or so flat metal stools line the customer side of the bar. The other bar has less stools, maybe 5 or 6 but behind the bar is a wonderfully large outdoor grill that is used to grill their succulent fare. The remainder of the late space is filled with lots of tables most four tops with a few 2 tops scattered about. They are resting in several inches of white pea size gravel. An interesting fight fact is that the chairs have tennis balls on the bottom of the legs and it keeps the chairs from sinking too deep into the gravel. A small thing to be sure but a big thing when it comes to comfort! Whilst sitting at a table canopied by tall leafy trees, and kissed by the whisper of a breeze coming from one (or two) of the many strategically placed fans, you feel like you are in a quiet Caribbean island. It is a chill, relaxed vibe. While the atmosphere is smooth and mellow, the flavors coming off that grill are a bold contrast. But before we delve into the succulent delights let me first talk about the size of the menu, 4-6 appetizers (small plates), 4-6 entrees (Mains) and 4-5 shareable sides. No need to clutter up a menu nor one's thoughts perusing a phone book size menu. Small menus are the way to go; do a few things and do them well I say. Lost Isle does them well. The table ordered a few small plates of fire roasted olives with grilled bread and wood fired clams. Marinated black and green olives grilled had a great smoky, briny taste. Served with a few pieces of grilled bread and some confit garlic. Smearing the bread with some of that creamy garlic clove invoked the memories of a smoky garlic bread; a perfect complement to the olives! The wood fired clams were cooked with a chili-chorizo butter, garlic, and smoked bread crumbs. This was an explosion of flavor on the palate brightened by the juice of lemon, and was in a word, delightful. We then shared a Main of a grilled ribeye steak. Nothing on the earth was made to be cooked on open flame then a ribeye steak! Served to us at a perfect temperature (medium rare as there is no other acceptable temp) and a beautiful dark charred crust, it was a spectacle to behold. Rounding out the dish was a generous amount of Chimichurri and more of that beautiful confit garlic. One thing some people are in sorely in need of learning is that slicing a piece from a large hunk of beef and subsequently easting that slice with a sprinkle of salt seriously enhances the experience. This is why I was delighted by a tiny ramekin of sea salt. The steak was delicious. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the beverage program at the previously mentioned bar. A small but serviceable wine list is available for consumption. Average print on the bottle about $44 and no bottle more than $72. Certainly a bit under some of the more extravagant list on the other Charleston area restaurants. A great variety of cocktails fill the house cocktail lists one particularly caught the eye of the table, the Sheeney Neeney. They were also able to make classic cocktails as the vodka sodas also being consumed at the table. A few mostly local beers round out the cocktail menu. A few things that you will also need to know is that there is no real table service, you approach the bar and order your beverages, your card is entered into the system and then you tab is started. You then can order your food at other bar, given the moniker of The MC. Then you return to the table. As the dishes are completed someone will bring it to the table. We were delightfully surprised at the experience and not a negative word was uttered regarding any aspect of the meal or the experience. I recommend it for anyone looking for a few hours of repose and repast. Take it upon yourself to stop by, where one can be only minutes away from home and thousands of miles away at the same time.

Hollywood finally has a more upscale spot !! an elevated, authentic Italian restaurant that feels…read moreright at home here! The foodies may remember Pan E Vino from its downtown Charleston days, but owner Alfredo has brought his culinary magic to Hollywood, blessing locals with genuine Italian charm and flavor. The restaurant is housed in a beautifully repurposed old firehouse and if you look up you'll still spot the original firehouse doors on the ceiling. The space is warm and rustic with an open kitchen, dim lighting, and a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. It's perfect for a romantic date night, a family dinner, or even a girls' night out. I made a reservation for our group of four as I always like to let a restaurant know I'm coming ! As of November 2025, reservations can be made easily through the restaurant's website or by phone (they're not on Resy or OpenTable ). I received confirmation by both text and email almost instantly, which made the process seamless. The staff here work incredibly hard. Our server was also handling hostess duties, but she was gracious, attentive, and made sure everything ran smoothly. For my meal, I went classic with the Spaghetti alla Bolognese which was rich, hearty, and full of flavor. I didn't leave a bite behind! I couldn't resist drizzling a little balsamic over it (because balsamic makes everything better), and it paired perfectly. I also sampled the Gnocchi alla Sorrentina, featuring soft, homemade potato dumplings baked with the same luscious Bolognese sauce and melted buffalo mozzarella. If you're torn between the spaghetti or gnocchi, you can't go wrong either way because the bolognese sauce is delicious so it just depends on your mood! To finish the night, Alfredo himself came by with a pour of his homemade limoncello , bright, smooth, and the perfect sweet ending. We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. Pro Tip: Tuesdays are pizza nights only (no full menu), and on weekends they offer both pizza and their full selection. It's worth calling ahead if you have your heart set on a particular dish. Pan E Vino is a little slice of Italy in the country and I am here for it ! Go check them out !

Went here for dinner with friends that are regulars. We received a very warm welcome as we were…read moreseated in a cozy little corner. Started with an Extra Dry Vodka Martini, a couple of Lemon drops and a beer. I tried the Funghi Fritti which were absolutely amazing. They were light and airy with a hint of salt and pepper. Shared the Giulio Cesare which was perfectly dressed with shaved Parmesan. For the mains we had two Pappardelle con L'Anatra (Loved how smooth the sauce was, so good), Penne alla Maremmana (also to die for), and Gnocchi alla Sorrentina. Also delicious. For dessert ya gotta have Tiramisu but they also had a unique offering of a Black Forest Cherry cake. Perfect finish with an Espresso Martini and an Amaro. All in all, wish I would have been hungry enough for a pizza.... That oven was a sight to behold. Next time.....