My friends and I were visiting Charleston and excited to try this restaurant based on reviews and the different experience that it offers. Sadly we disappointed. The guys running the kitchen were kind of jerks to be honest. But I wouldn't have minded their sarcastic asshole comments so much if the food was good. There was no connection from dish to dish, we went from curry soup - which was my favorite part to a dry chicken dish, to a piece of steak served over parsnips that probably would have been good but it was cold. Dessert something that resembled rice putting with berries. Overall very underwhelmed by the food and disappointed in the interactions with the staff. It almost felt like we were a bother to them. We asked where we should go for drinks after and they kind of mocked us. Very odd. The restaurant itself is dingy but again- wouldn't mind IF the food was amazing. read more

Unique, intimate and epicurean experience! Everyone working there is exceptional - friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. The food can't get any fresher as it is sourced locally and prepared fresh daily. BYO option with $15 corkage is brilliant. Wines by the bottle are all $30 with wonderful choices. Can't wait to get back there! read more

R kitchen is a wonderful experience that is unique every time. We had to reserve a seating months in advance for a group of 10 but it was worth the wait and advance planning. It was really intimate and felt almost like a private party as we had the full room for ourselves. We sat on the main bar and were offered some drinks. I shared a bottle of the rose with a friend and the food started for real. The cheff was super knowledgeable and entertaining and made a unique menu with crab cakes, salad, pork loin, and dessert. I even got seconds on some of the dishes when there were leftovers. I left full and content and ready to come back ! read more

The perfect balance of delicious food and interacting with the chefs. A truly one of a kind experience. Things I thought I did not like...I like. Cleaned my plate every course. Enjoy life, book now! Your taste buds will thank you read more

Go elsewhere...Unbelievably disappointing. If you want to spend $70 per person (not including drinks) for five courses of snacks then by all means go. We left wondering where we should go to dinner because we ate nothing that resembled a 5-course meal. R's kitchen is a great idea, but poorly executed. I'm a local, who read the reviews and various social media pages recommending this establishment. I was left beyond disappointed. read more

Wow, this place is incredible! We went for a special occasion dinner and it definitely did not disappoint. It was a very intimate kitchen, and we sat at the bar. The 3 chefs that were preparing the meals for us were very interactive and would describe the meals they each made for us, which was a nice touch. They made different meals each day, depending on the fresh produce and meats they have that day. Everything we had was absolutely amazing. The 5 course meal was diverse, unique, and incredibly tasty. Such a neat place to celebrate a special occasion or just a nice night out. Already looking forward to my next visit! read more

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Great atmosphere - not your regular dining establishment atmosphere. Irreverent, a little loud {the music is for the chefs, not for you }, but terrific food, & such fun. If you like culinary adventures, make a reservation now! read more

R Kitchen - R Kitchen - when you get to what looks like a shack - you've arrived - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Our friends finally got us into R Kitchen with them! They've been several times and rave every time! We went to celebrate my husband's 30th! It is one of the most unique experiences! 2 sittings per night is it! It's a 2 hour experience! You have no idea what you'll be eating! How fun! You can submit dietary restrictions/allergies upon text when making reservations! We love the small seating, more intimate. The staff was amazing, served us an incredible 5 course meal! I cannot tell you what everything was because I can't remember but it was 10/10. The hummus plate was our table's favorite, incredible spicy hummus that was truly top notch! The menu will never be the same so what a fun experience to go back and get something different every time! I highly recommend for something unique and featuring local produce/product! We will be back! read more

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Holy cow!!! What an amazing experience that I recommend to anyone visiting Charleston. We were lucky enough to sit at the bar and banter with the chefs, who did everything! Cook, bus, serve, etc. Each course was better than the last. Most amazing bite of Brussel sprouts I've ever had. The vibe was casual upscale, good music & absolutely can't wait to come back. My friend and i stayed until we got kicked out at 11, we were having so much fun with the staff. thank you Lee, Taylor, Jace, & Becca!!!! read more

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Absolutely amazing dinner and experience! We had such a good time! The chefs were fun and interacted with all of us. I can't wait to go again! This is a chef's choice place. You do not get to choose your meal from a menu though when you make reservations they do ask if anyone in the group has any dietary restrictions or allergies. The chef's counter is the best way to experience this, in my opinion. If you are a foodie, and not a picky eater, you will love this place! read more

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Great food and casual fun atmosphere! The chefs serve you so outstanding service!! Meals includes wine or beer! Plus dessert!

This is a must try! These chefs are loving what they do at this kitchen. They decide what they want to cook with what they have that day. They all pitch in on service and it went very smoothly. The food was amazing and we will def be back! It gets you out of your comfort zone since you have no idea what you'll be served and likely it will be something you wouldn't normally order yourself but is deliv read more

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The 5 courses we received were delicious. However, virtually no protein at all. VERY carb heavy meal. The "fun" is outweighed by the unbalanced menu and pretty unpolished service at the price point. We enjoyed the company of another couple outside which salvaged a star. Would not repeat or recommend. read more

My experience was more like a 4.5, but I will round up. We were sat on the back porch and like others have said, I definitely felt like we were missing out on some of the experience. Our service started out very slow, with the server spending so much more time discussing the wine options with the other table out back, when she came to our table, it was, the chefs paired this wine to go with the meal. But, as the meal went on things improved, so I am rounding up. Unlike other places that are a price fixe, R Kitchen doesn't try to make something fancy out of something simple, they believe in the high quality of ingredients to speak for themselves and it works. Food was fantastic and I love that the chefs come out and explain each course to you. I would definitely prefer to sit inside, even if not at the chef's counter to get the true experience. read more

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If I could give this place 10 stars I would. Fabulous food, attentive service, wonderful environment and just an awesome experience and so. much. fun! Chef Taylor was simply incredible and the food was devine all the way from the delicious soup to bananas foster like dessert. Wish I had thought to take more pics because the food was not only delicious but it was beautifully presented. Reasonably priced bottles of wine and beer by the can/bottle. What an experience! Call them right now to make a reservation. Cannot wait to go back. read more

R Kitchen - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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I've driven by this place for years and always wondered why there was a line outside. So it's been on my list to try for a while. Anyways we made reservations which you need to plan for a month in advance just fyi. You can't show up or expect to get a table in a week. Upon arrival we were greeted and seated. They offered beer and wine while we waited for our first course. Everything was portioned just right and absolutely delicious! I actually dislike mushrooms but their twist in them omg I think I may like mushrooms now!!! We certainly will be back again, it was fun, flavorful and unique. read more

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What a delightful experience! My best friend and me booked an 8pm seating. The doors open promptly at that time. People are encouraged to sit at the bar to see the "show." One of the chefs will greet you and give you a run down of what to expect. Then you will enjoy a five course prix fixe meal. They were gracious enough to make everything pescatarian for me. When each course comes out, one of the chefs will give you a run down on what's in it and what they were thinking when they created the dish. Note, every day is a different menu. But how about the food? It was excellent! Everything was fresh with complex flavors. It was hard to decide out of everything I had what I liked the most. Overall, great unique experience with outstanding food. Highly recommend. read more

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We had the best time! We started out on a rocky road with the AC being out, however, the chefs made our experience one of our favorites in CHS! Each course on the 5 course menu was fresh and perfectly tailored to the night. Each serving was amazing and everyone quickly forgot about the heat. The atmosphere was fun and everyone was entertained throughout the meal. The chefs were happy to teach customers about the preparation of each meal. Shoutout to Alex & Chelsea for a great night! read more

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Summary: definitely skip the drinks. So the quality of the flat rate, multiple course dinner is subjective. I liked about half of the dishes but, for me, about half were things I felt like I could quickly whip up myself. My issue is with the lack of transparency around beverage pricing. My husband had three beers and I had three glasses of wine. I know they were brands available at most grocery stores for about $20/bottle or like $15/six pack MAX. I know this because the cans and bottles were left on the table and then it was an honor system for consumption. We told the server how much we had. We both had the $60 flat rate dinner, those 6 drinks, tipped 20 percent and it was a $300 dinner. If we had known we would have definitely just drank before or after at another venue. read more

A Fabulous way to enjoy dinner. Make sure to sit at the chef's table in front to get the best experience. Patrick and Alex make your dining experience amazing. read more

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Totally unique dining experience. Came with a friend that knew "what was up." Definitely make reservations since they "lock you in" at dinner. the menu is pre-set by the chefs and each course is explained by the chefs and staff. Either it was "something looked good at the market" or "they were inspired by trying this idea". Everything was delicious. What ended up happening is that our reservation was very last minute so we took a table outside in the back patio (covered and enclosed). Yes you miss the interaction with the chefs while they are preparing the meals, but they still came out and explained each and every dish. We shared the entire patio with another couple that had gotten in last minute as well and had a good time. With the food scene in Charleston being so competitive, this place is definitely stands out (for all the right reasons). The food is thoughtful and delicious, the portions aren't huge, but you leave with a great dining experience and a satisfied belly. Best darn asparagus I've ever eaten read more

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Really cool experience. Food was delicious. Service was surprisingly excellent. Everyone was professional and courteous while ensuring a light and fun atmosphere. read more

Wonderful experience. The food and ambiance were phenomenal. We sat on the back patio and had a great time. The chefs are very interactive and each course was superb. Will definitely be back. Service is super quick also but allows you time to enjoy each course and not feel rushed. read more

When we made our reservation for 6, we we were asked for any food restrictions. Two in the party do not eat red meat. This was confirmed by the chef when we were seated. When the main course arrived, everyone was served a very rare piece of steak. The two who do not eat red meat refused the plate. They were served just the vegetable side. The chef had not prepared any replacement protien, did not apologize for the error, or offer to reduce the bill. All the other dishes were delicious, but this issue was unacceptable. read more

OMG. We LOVED R Kitchen! My husband and I visited the area for our 10 year anniversary and a friend insisted we try to get a reservation here. We did and had the best time! The inside vibes were perfect, the chefs were fun, and the food was out of this world. Each dish was better than the last... I wish the portion sizes were a little bigger and I wish they had non alcoholic options for drinks... but regardless, I highly recommend! read more

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I have came here at least 5 times and have had a wonderful experience with the food and service every time. However, on this visit I was with a party of 15, which had a reservation. The food was great aside from the dessert which seemed to lack any flavor and the portions seemed smaller than usual. The problem occurred when we went to get our checks and were informed they cannot separate checks with their software system. So we had to pay it all on one bill. It's not a huge deal but more the inconvenienced now having to separate multiple checks amongst ourselves. So if you have a larger party be aware. read more

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What a wonderful, unique dining experience/adventure! If you are wondering or questioning whether you should check it out--DO IT! We had a 5 course meal and every dish was simply superb--well-portioned, deliciously balanced, and they even took into consideration my moms pork allergy. The chefs, Jon, Patrick, and Courtney, were fun, super talented, and the general atmosphere was relaxed. 10/10 would recommend and will do this again next time I visit Charleston! read more

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Chef Ross and Chef Lee did a fantastic job! This place is special, it's unique...more than a restaurant, it's an experience, blended in with heart! Food, amazing! If you are in Charleston, this place is a MUST. "J & J" read more

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Everything was absolutely amazing! It was also such a fun environment, they said they want it to feel like home and it was definitely super comfortable! read more

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The food, the atmosphere, and the entire experience was PHENOMENAL. The staff was very personable, outgoing, and gave off the energy that "we're here for a good time, so y'all should have a good time too." I loved every second of it. Wanted to make my next reservation before I was even out the door! read more

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Small place so get a reservation. Food and atmosphere are amazing. I will be coming back.

Wow!! What a fantastic experience! The food was top notch. But better was listening to the chefs' description of their creations. You could see and feel their passion for the food. read more

R Kitchen - New American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

We're HUGE fans of Ross and what he's created in our beloved C-E neighborhood. Every night, it's a new experience with your (dining) neighbors, chefs, and carefully crafted dishes. R. Kitchen makes every effort to keep costs down (under $40) while providing you with a unique and intimate dining experience. Every, single, course is made with care, precision, and (yes) love. Our faves include the watermelon salad, brussels, duck nachos, steak, and peanut butter cups. WOW! Yes, we'll keep coming back...as often as we can! read more

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R Kitchen this place is booked for months! They only have two seatings per day and limited tables. It's a five course dining experience and you do not know what they will be making that day. It's a bit of a gamble but everything was delicious. Food ambiance and service were excellent! read more

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This was one of THE BEST experiences we have had out to dinner, ever! We've lived here for 5 yrs and recently I asked FB friends for recommendations-- several people mentioned this place, but you need to leave a msg and get a call back for reservation. WORTH IT!! Seating is at 6 or 8- if possible, sit at the bar for the best experience where you can interact even more with the chefs. Basically here is how it goes: 3 chefs (they rotate) will be working and each take on 1-2 items to serve. There are 5 sampling courses in all and everyone is served the same dish (you can give them allergy info ahead of time when booking) no one knows what's on the "menu" bc they decide the day of-- making it unique and different every time! As they serve the sample, that chef will explain what they made and how! Then, you enjoy it and move on to the next item! The food was incredible- and things I would not have ordered on my own!! The price includes the 5 course meal ( you won't be hungry!!) and you can also order wine/beer as well! We will absolutely be going back!! read more

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Have been here several times and always recommend. Will be back as usual, but will ensure to request to sit inside. 4/5 since we were sat on the patio (which I didn't know was a possibility for a party of 2). This exiles you from the kitchen and you will not be apart of the experience. It was 94 degrees this day and the ac's gave little relief (felt better actually outside with a breeze). You can tell the chefs were rushing through their descriptions so they could go back inside. Food was still top notch (although hard to enjoy hot items including soup and chili seasons steak outside) read more

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This is not a restaurant, it's a family kitchen . Their is an intimate and quaint experience like none I've had before. The menu changes daily based on local ingredients available. The eating-at-the-bar setup with food made in front of you gave me some omakase vibes but as the evening progressed I realized how different this was. One chef prepares a dish while the other one serves as bartender and entertainer ‍ repeat this 5 times and you truly get a family kitchen You get to see everything while having fun! LETS ALL TRYTHIS! . I found myself asking for extra salad that's how special the flavors were! My only complain was regarding the price. I think this experience is underpriced, but I was told this is to keep the kitchen casual and accessible to everyone. GREAT BANK FOR YOUR BUCK! . Menu changes daily but here are some good pictures to show each one of my 5 courses. read more

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We LOVED R Kitchen. It's very small and not fancy but the food is delicious and beautiful. We started with a broccoli cheddar soup with a "grilled cheese crouton". It was soooo good. Second dish was shrimp salad. I the salad had an Asian flair. I believe the shrimp was poached and it was very light and refreshing. The coolest part was that instead of croutons, the topping was a tempura and sesame (toasted) so that you had a little a little crunch with every bite. The next dish was chicken meatballs with a corn purée. Main course was tenderloin with succotash and microgreens. (Soooooo good!). Final dish was the chefs take on banana pudding. But it was cantaloupe pudding. It was unexpected, refreshing, and delicious! I highly recommend R Kitchen. But you must be a foodie, and adventurous as you don't know what you will get until you get there. So so fun! read more

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My husband made the reservation back in march! Thats how hard it is to get a reservation but it is totally worth it! They only serve teice a day, 6pm and 8pm with only 16 people per schedule! 35 bucks for a 5 course meal cooked right before your eyes! Menu changes daily! Tonight, we had shrimp salad, chicken sandwich sammy, pork belly, prime rib and chocolate ckae with caramel syrup. I am speechless! Overwhelmed! That i cant even describe each dish. You need to go and check this place out! For real!!! read more

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Amazing meal! Chefs last night were Alex and Patrick. Each course was delicious, beautifully plated, and then described by the chef who prepared it. Best dish of the night: open faced beef Wellington. Definitely worth texting them and getting reservations! read more