Le Farfalle is one of Charleston's best Italian restaurants. There's a nice large bar to enjoy, and…read moreample seating inside. Service was friendly and engaging from the moment we arrived. We had reservations for a Sunday night, and our server Joe was quick to greet us after we arrived. He delivered friendly service all night, which began with a thorough knowledge of the menu. We had starters of rosemary focaccia and braised artichokes. The focaccia is a must order, it's so soft and delicious. It's served with 3 sides of olive oil, marinara, and my favorite whipped ricotta. The braised artichokes, was a pass for me. No flavor, too soft a texture. Their entree menu has a nice variety of house made pastas. We chose fusilli lunghi, and rigatoni bolognese. Both were delicious flavorful entrees, with the pastas served perfectly al dente. The rigatoni was made with spinach, and the meat sauce was meaty and with a balanced tomato sauce. We ended our dinner, with carrot cake and chocolate cake. Yum! The chocolate cake was amazing, it was moist, velvety, and rich in chocolate flavor. A round of espresso martinis helped top off our dinner, and we ended the night with a rich appreciation of this experience.

The food was excellent and the service was very good. The pasta made fresh and was really good…read more Unfortunately, where I was seated every time I looked at my wife I also saw a load of dust between the mirrors above my wife. It was disgusting. I tried to get a good picture of it but the back light from a window was very bright. I included the picture. I would go back but I would definitely check the cleanliness before sitting down.

We had the most amazing service and dinner experience at Indaco Friday night!!! We went there after…read morewe got engaged to celebrate and they took amazing care of us and made us feel so special on the best day of our lives, and they were part of why we will always remember that day! Thank you to the bar and the manager for taking care of us. The food was spectacular especially since I have celiac disease too. We will always come back there to celebrate!

This has been on my list for a while and I'll surely come back!…read more I started with the focaccia which was warm, airy and paired perfectly with the pimento forward olive tapenade and whipped ricotta. Enough for 3 people to have a sizable piece. If you're looking for an indulgent, knock your socks off pasta, GET THE TRUFFLE SPAGHETTI! It is completely worth the price and enough for 2 people to split to feel better about the spend. The lumache Nero had a solid kick to it and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. For dessert, we chose the olive oil cake and tiramisu. I'd definitely order the cake again especially to taste that lemon curd again! The interior is dimly lit, great for a date night or special occasion. There's an open kitchen so you can watch the food being cooked along with a large bar. Service was fantastic and welcoming from start to finish.

Sorelle is fine dining and Michelin rated for a reason. I came with friends for my birthday dinner:…read morewow! The whole place is stunning. The building has an extensive history, even once serving as a Hebrew orphanage, to now being a beautiful restaurant. I love how the architects and interior design highlight the character of the building! The wallpaper on the main dining room on the second floor is truly gorgeous! For cocktails, we tried many! I got the almond sour (delicious) and my friends were pleasantly surprised they serve decaffeinated espresso martinis. My sister got a spritz, which she also enjoyed. I was also touched that the culinary team was kind enough to sign a birthday card for me. Our table also received complimentary cacio e pepe popcorn to snack on--yum! For appetizers, we got the tuna tar tar (Crudo di Tonno), the strawberry caprese salad, and some shrimp--all so delicious, that they FLEW off the plate! For mains, I got the Rotolo al Forno, which was VERY tasty. My friends got the chicken milanese, the Sorelle spaghetti, and the sworfish. For side dishes, we also got the meatball with polenta and some potatoes. For dessert, I got a complimentary birthday cannoli with a candle and the Limone (a berry and cream-filled dessert in the form of a lemon!) What. A. Meal!!! The food and the locale are just stunning. But of course, not cheap. As a whole, we paid a whopping $399.75 without tip! Was it worth it for a feast of glamour? I'd say so--but definitely not an every day treat unless you have the budget! Also, Lucy was our server and was exceptionally sweet and patient!

We were visiting and our foodie friends made reservations at Sorelle. We had really enjoyable…read moreexperience overall. The restaurant is beautifully designed with an elegant atmosphere that still feels warm and inviting. The almond sour was excellent -- a delicious cocktail but a little sweet. The house bread was also a standout. We loved the apertivo plate for sharing. The Wagyu pizza was unique and flavorful. The Wagyu was a Wagyu carpaccio(I must have missed that part). The fresh pasta dishes were the stars for us, especially the pappardelle with braised rabbit and the "pillows of gold," which were rich, fresh, and perfectly cooked. Dessert was a little more mixed. The vanilla bean donut dessert was just okay. The olive oil cake was moist. Beautifully designed space, thoughtful menu, and definitely worth visiting in Charleston.

This is a small Italian eatery that punches well above it size. Our dining experience was fabulous…read more The menu is diverse and the quality of the food was beyond all expectations. Service was crisp and friendly. If you happen to be in downtown Charlestown you must make this a destination to try for dinner. You won't be disappointed. Best to make reservations as seating limited. One of the beat dining operations in Charlestown. The bar is also a great place to eat/drink and make friends at.

Stopped in mid week and sat at the bar. Good service and…read morehelp on making selection from the food menu. Small spot with tables lining the walls. Feels like family owned and truly local that makes you think you found a good spot. Chicken parm was good, little tough on the meat but sauce was great. It's in a busy part of downtown, so plenty to walk around to after the meal. Would visit again!

This spot screams girls night!…read more I sat outside at the courtyard on a Saturday night. I loved the variety of couches, dining tables and half bench tables. I started with the spring peas which was different than expected but in a good way! It was more of a salad than a burrata and bread dish. The chicken Milanese was fantastically crispy and the potatoes were a great to eat up the sauce. The margarita pizza was super thin but refreshing. Our server was attentive and made great cocktail suggestions.

I recommend this place for the pizza! It was delicious. I was not a fan of the drinks and the…read moreappetizers tbh. The bruschetta was a little lacking in my opinion. I understand that they added their twist on it but it was a little too hard to bite into and messy. The pasta salad was okay. The pizza was amazing though! I would come back here for that. The ambiance was nice and convenient. The patio area was really cute. Our server was attentive and nice. I had a good experience overall.

#1 soft shell crab in Charleston…read more Massive soft shell crab deep fried to perfection on a place over delicious lemon risotto with ample trout roe and fresh dill. Not only the best soft shell in Charleston, but also one of the best dishes I've ever had in Charleston. Paired with a nice white wine.

Melfi's is one of my favorite restaurants that we have been enjoying since it opened. This is a…read moregreat place to enjoy with friends, ask to sit at the circular booth near the entrance. I love the inside decor, reminds me of a restaurant in Hell's Kitchen. There is a fantastic long bar to sit at, and the cocktail service is top notch. I always enjoy the Last Word here, while my husband enjoys the negroni sour. On our recent visit we enjoyed the Stretch Armstrong pizza. We were pleasantly surprised by the tomato sauce, and that stracciatella cheese was perfect gooeyness of flavor. We shared a beautiful lettuce salad, but it did not appeal to us; too much frisee. Entrees though were the stars, I had the mafalde with heritage pork and veal bolognese. The pasta was perfectly cooked al dente, and its cut easily held the bolognese sauce. There was a delightful spiciness to it also. Then my husband had the cacio e pepe bucotini. This rich sauce was made with plenty of butter, parmigiana reggiano and pecorino romano. Yum! With all that we had to end with dessert, and we enjoyed the zabaglione and cherry chocolate budino. The budino was the winner, with delicious cherries hidden inside the thick chocolate dessert. We've also enjoyed espresso martinis before, but did not order tonight. Melfi's is a gem of Italian elegance in flavor, service and ambience. We will continue to return and experience it again.

Love this place Cass , Marco and amber always on point. Never have to wait for drinks. The carrot…read morecake is so good and the vibes are on full blast.

Fun place to grab a dessert. Nice bar area, tables and pastry counter. Went with the iced decaf…read moreamericano, wifey got the hot version. Plenty of choice in the pastry display. Decided on key lime pie, just the right size for two to split. Sat at the high top and did some people watching as we enjoyed dessert. Fun time. Highly recommended without any reservations. Would definitely return in an instant.

The obstinate daughter came recommended by a gentleman that was at another restaurant I was dinning…read morelast night. He highly recommended and and since we were in Sullivan's Island to see Fort Moultrie it was close and we were hungry. We sat right away at the bar since it was only 2 of us. We had the beet salad as an appetizer which was amazing with complex flavors and perfectly cooked beets. Then we followed with the Rutledge pizza. There was no sauce just cheese, sausage, onion, and perfectly cooked brick oven pizza. The staff were super friendly and didn't make us feel rushed to get in and out. They made us drinks that were not on the menu - Aperol and Hugo spritzes. Highly recommended checking it out. The ambience is stellar.

You enter the property on the patio level, but have to climb a flight of stairs to the hostess…read morestand (where the dining area is) to be seated whether you're dining in or out. I only noted a small parking area off a very busy street (at least mid-day on Memorial Day) that makes parking challenging. They do have several fans keepin it breezy on the patio, so I opted for that. Turns out I arrived at the "in-between" time (around 3:30): they only serve pizza between 3-4. I wasn't in the mood for pizza, so my server, Sarah, said she'd be back at 4 to take my order. Whelp! 4pm came and went and around 4:06 I asked a hostess to flag her. She appeared and went past my table right over to a couple she knew to spend a minute with them. When she came over to the table there was no, "Hey I'm sorry I was late getting back." Just, "Is it 4 o'clock yet?" Oops it's 4:09!" It wasn't that she was a few minutes late; it was that she went to say hello to friends before she came over to take my order and when she got there, she was very snarky. Guess customer service isn't everyone's thing. The Rigatoni with sausage and fennel ragu came out soon and it was tasty- I thought maybe it would have too much fennel, but not so. Sarah checked on all of the tables around me, but didn't so much as glance my way for about 40 min. The food was fine, but there are too many other options to put up with this kind of service. I won't be back.

A very popular Italian restaurant serving traditional Italian fare that will please even the…read morepickiest of Italian food lovers! My server Zach was very attentive and handled several tables with friendliness and ease. The ambience included nice- dark woods and light walls and due to the large sized dining room the space felt very open with plenty of room between tables. A giant wrap around bar seats and serves dinner as well. I arrived at 5:00 and by 6 o'clock, the place was filled in every area. The outdoor space with its own bar and several tables as well were bustling. The freestanding heaters were running so the outdoor area remained quite cozy uncomfortable. Popular dishes include the manicotti, Arancini, and baked rigatoni. Their signature dishes include homemade ravioli, spaghetti, and meatballs, clams and linguine. See what I mean ??? ...traditional Italian! Would return for the chicken Parm or the eggplant lasagna. of course there's also seafood dishes, including salmon, piccata.

Mondo's is back! So glad to have it back in the rotation again. Yes, it is still hard to get in at…read morecertain times as they do not take reservations but you just need to know how to time it. Last week, we went right around 5:30 as they open at 4:30pm, thinking it would be quiet at that time boy were we wrong. Luckily it was only two of us so we did score a table! I was in the mood for a vodka martini-theirs is simply perfect! Started off with the prosciutto wrapped artichoke hearts. It is a great starter. For dinner, I went with my staple, the vodka sauce with penne. Typically I would do veal or even a meatball addition. This time I went with the hot sausage add on. It is now the new fav. The bread for the table is always wonderful especially to soak up the delicious sauce! I got a little extra sauce as I knew I would be taking the pasta home for leftovers. It made for an amazing 2nd meal. Thankful Mondo's is open again!

Wild Olive is the kind of place that reminds you why dining out can still feel special. The dim…read morelighting sets the tone immediately -- intimate, warm, effortlessly romantic -- but what truly elevates the experience is the staff. Every recommendation felt intentional, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic without being pushy. We started with the octopus and suppli, and both were standouts. The octopus was perfectly tender with a beautiful char, and the suppli had that ideal crisp exterior giving way to rich, creamy risotto inside. For mains, the duck agnolotti was pure comfort -- I would drink the sauce with a spoon if I could. The elk loin was cooked beautifully tender and balanced with the potato and broccolini. Make sure to be online at noon 2 weeks before to book a reservation quickly! I understand why it's such a hard place to get a reservation for but it's worth all the wait.

I've been meaning to come to eat at Wild Olive for a long time. Finally managed after securing a…read morereservation online. The entrance & interior to this restaurant are absolutely beautiful. It makes for a great experience. Our server was Julie and she was so great. Professional & knowledgeable about the menu & wine list. Unfortunately my fish was overcooked and not palatable. I was so disappointed & Julie tried everything to make things right. I know these things happen on busy nights. It's just the way it is. Overall we had a great experience and I would recommend Wild Olive. The restaurant was so busy with every table taken. So I strongly recommend book as soon as you know a date. It books up very fast.