We came to groceries several times in the past and have not been to this restaurant for a while so we decided to check out this place and made a reservation last week. We had a wonderful dinner at the grocery and pretty surprise that we didn't do it sooner. Our server was friendly and quite knowledgeable with the menu and drink The restaurant was roomy and has a good lay out. We had the storey farm half chicken dish and the potato crusted tile fish. They were so good. The yellowfin tuna crudo and broccoli salad tasted amazing as well. We will be back! read more

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I liked the intimate, old school nature of the restaurant and the service was great. Perfect for a date night or special occasion. The food was all delicious, but portions were quite small to be honest. The tastes were great, we just wish we had more (especially for the prices)! Would've earned 4 stars from me, but the value / portions unfortunately knock it down to a 3. read more

The Grocery - Bistro Steak - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

In a city where good restaurants come and go, I am really glad The Grocery has had staying power. I went there recently for an early dinner after work with some colleagues. We had a reservation but probably didn't need one. We wanted to share and our server Bryan did a great job helping us with our choices. The three of us shared two appetizers (tomato salad, roasted peaches with ham), two entrees (pasta with chanterelle mushrooms, and grouper), and one dessert (churro). The food was amazing. We also shared a bottle of Cava which paired perfectly, was delicious, and very reasonably priced. read more

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Went to The Grocery with a group of friends and had a great time. Our waitress was amazing and very friendly. I ordered the beef tartare, spaghetti and crab, and potato crusted tilefish. Beef tartare was so fresh and had potato chips add for the perfect crunch. The tilefish was amazing. Light, flaky, with a yummy sauce. Spaghetti and crab wasn't my favorite. Wouldn't order it again. Perhaps a different noodle would have been better? Can't pinpoint what I didn't like. Overall though would 100% go back! read more

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The tl;dr is four stars for food/quality of food, but three stars overall due to experience and pacing: Service: Full disclosure that we came on a Saturday after the snowstorm on Tuesday night. I don't know if folks called out, but in general while everyone was lovely, it felt like they were overwhelmed. This is not a small restaurant and I counted at least 3 large parties (6+). It felt like we had two people helping us at times with long gaps in between. There was no wiping down of the table or freshening up of plates, and to be honest, I think it's just because there was too much going on and not enough staff. Pacing: We ordered the sourdough bread, oyster mushrooms, roasted carrots, loaded sweet potatoes, and Spaghetti & Crab with all plates being shared. The meal started as expected with drinks and bread coming out fairly soon after our initial order. Then, the mushrooms came out, and before we really were able to finish that dish, the carrots and spaghetti arrived at the same time. We finished those dishes and then some time later our server checked in to see if we'd gotten everything (we hadn't gotten the sweet potatoes). He apologized and comped those for us which was very nice, but the wait to get them ended up being oddly long (hence the comment about them being understaffed). There was a similar situation with our drinks - a refill was noted, but then it felt slipped through the cracks, and then it looked like it came twofold but the meal was basically over. Food: Everything we had was good, but I've learned that the bar in Charleston is high, and would say the meal was good but not great. These dishes weren't as creative as Sorghum & Salt's, and the flavors weren't as delicate as some of what we experienced at The Ordinary. The Grocery delivers a high quality dinner with fresh ingredients but, for me, there was nothing that signaled to me I needed to come back to try something else. The Grocery has the potential to be really great, and while my experience may have been a blip, as an out of towner I doubt I'd make it a priority to go back if I return to Charleston in the future. read more

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Kinda a sleeper hit! This was our first dinner in town and upon entering, it was pretty quiet. I wasn't sure if that was an indication of the food or the looming storm. Luckily, I think the storm was what held people back as the food really shined! The tomato water martini was the most amazing riff on a dirty martini - probably my fav drink in the city. The cornmeal fried oysters with the pickling element was wow! So good and brought the briny salty to the cornmeal clad oyster. Green tomato carpaccio - wow wasn't expecting to love this one so much. I loved my lemon and crab pasta. Delicate, bright, and just that perfect dish to round out a nice final "summer" moment before we dive into Fall flavors. Excellent meal and would highly recommend, plus, also venture back. read more

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We were so excited to eat here that we made it our last dinner of our Charleston food lover trip. BIG mistake. The food was disappointing, maybe the 7 of us each ordered the wrong items? We waited for almost 45 minutes for a well done(I know, but you can't make peoples choices for them) steak. She should have requested the steak be butterflied, but that was never suggested by the waiter who appeared to be doing us a favor by waiting on us. Then we waited for an additional 5 minutes for 2 more members of our party to receive their meals. Had we been made aware that this was to be expected, I can assure that person would have ordered something different. The most frustrating part of this was that our server completely ignored us. He came by ONCE to see if one of us needed a refill on a cocktail. In the 2 hour dinner my ice tea was never refilled. The wait was never explained. Crickets. Our water glasses were finally filled when the food arrived. I went to the front to voice my concern, I was told to take it up with the server. Did we see a manager after that complaint to check on us? No. We did go back the front when we saw the manager standing there on our way out and her response to our experience was infuriating...we should have let her know. The restaurant was by no means full. This might just be one of those Charleston places that prefers moneyed locals to tourists. We ate at some really great restaurants while we were in town, but this was not one of them. read more

Dinner at The Grocery. Aftering trying their sister restaurant Lola Rose-we were told they make Gluten Free pasta on site. Had to try! Unfortunately, they were all out of it when we got there. I opted for the Whole Fish (tilefish) and they even filleted it for me. It was very good. Justin and Emma (haha i know - she graced us with her presence) had the Paella, filled with rice, shrimp, clams and crispy fish. Needed more rice but they did like it. All paired with an excellent Cab-if you've never tried this one-put it on your list. read more

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A comfortable yet refined rustic atmosphere, excellent service for dinner at the bar, and outstanding food created by a talented chef. My pork agnolotti was tasty, and the peanut butter bar with pretzel crumble was a large decadent serving. There's a nice selection of wine by the glass, Amaro, and Bourbon among other choices including mocktails made to order. read more

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I really enjoyed the Easter brunch for my birthday! The food was great! I loved their fried green tomatoes which I didn't get a pic of! I ordered the eggs Benny that they put on top of biscuits, instead of an English muffin! I wasn't the biggest fan of my drink, strawberry limoncello spritz, but the food was great. The crudo kind of reminded me of a poke bowl, but it tasted great! They even gave us complimentary churros with a birthday candle! Great place! I'd love to try their proper menu one day! read more

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This was my first time dining at the Grocery! I really enjoyed my experience overall. We came for my mom's birthday dinner and had about ten people so I got to try a little bit of everything. Their food is GOOD. I wasn't expecting this because I never hear much about this place! The appetizer of bread and butter was some of the tastiest bread I've had in a bit. I ordered the Spaghetti Crab which had a nice lemony taste and I loved that it was a thinner angel hair pasta. The tuna crudo was pretty good. I'd say my favorite thing I tried was the mushroom bolognese! I enjoy things that burst with flavor and this was that. The one thing I'd point out is that everything that wasn't a pasta dish had a pretty small portion of food. The service was great I had no complaints! I also felt really comfortable in the casual but upscale vibe they have curated in there. read more

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Embarrassingly I admit I saw "Grocery" on the map and thought it was a grocery store. It wasn't until I walked past it one night I saw it was a restaurant that I realized the error of my ways and made a point to dine here. I walked over on a sleepy weekday night, rather early in the evening before dinner rush, and was greeted and seated immediately. I sat at the bar nearest the windows so I could watch the fire truck leave and return. There was one other lady at the bar and eventually a couple came in as well, but it was a relatively quiet night. The ambiance is not much to speak of. Lots of wood tones and standard diner vibe. What they lacked in visual appeal they made up for in service and food. The bartender was charming. He was easy to talk with, made great drinks and great recommendations, and was a legit joy to be around. Truly. The food also was very good. I ordered the Keegan-Filion Pork 'Milanese' - and I was quite impressed. It was very tender, nice and savory, and the tzatziki gave it a refreshing pop. I really enjoyed it! read more

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Any establishment that prices one single piece of toast at $4.00 has no consideration or respect for its customers. Do they think we are stupid? I don't believe the tariff war included a slice of bread. They will never see my face or anyone I know there again. read more

Probably one of the best meals I had the entire time I was working in Charleston. All of the dishes were inventive dishes that utilize local produce. It has an open kitchen and a wood-fired oven, enhancing both the ambiance and flavors. Pro tip - go for Happy hour. Their standard drinks are only $5 and incredible and a lot of their veggie & pasta dishes are discounted which is what we would have gotten anyways Yes on a busy street /some what touristy but highly highly recommend checking it out read more

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The Grocery team recently put together a bachelorette weekend dinner for our group of 9 and couldn't have made the evening more special! Coordinating with their events team from the start was a pleasure, and night of, our service was exceptional. Welcoming, warm and attentive from start to finish. We started with several small plates to share. The sweet potato steak fries were a crowd pleaser, with a restrained amount of seasoning so as not to mask the sweet potatoes themselves, and the whipped feta providing a creamy, salty balance. They could have been cooked just a bit longer for a more tender texture, but overall a solid dish. The BBQ glazed squash was another successful shareable bite. The romesco is bright and packs a punch when combined with the acidity of the pepperocini. The pepitas lend that little bit of crunch, and the cojita that salty element. The crudo was also enjoyed by all--mouth wateringly fresh, light and citrus forward. Top marks went to the roasted cauliflower though--what a stunner! Roasted to delicate perfection, the cauliflower is elevated by tahini yogurt and complex spice profile of the pistachio dukkah, with the shallots bringing a pop of vinegar. I had the mushroom campanelle for my main and was very satisfied with my selection. The pasta was al dente on the mark, bathed in a rich but not heavy umami conserva. The asparagus gives the dish a crisp textural pop in addition to the crunchy hazelnuts, while the green garlic adds complexity to the bite and the Parmesan and added salty element. At the conclusion of our meal, the team brought out two orders of churros on the house! Arguably the best churro I've had in recent past--delicate yet fried to a thin layer of crispy perfection, with a light sugar dusting and complete with three delicious dipping sauces. Thank you again for an exceptional meal, Grocery team! read more

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The food was spectacularly good, from the appetizer, salad, entrees and dessert. It was a prix fixe menu that was set up for our group dinner. We were in a side room, it was cozy, to say the least, but comfortable to enjoy our dinner. Only thing is conversations are hard to hear unless you get up close. But the service was top notch. Each wait person knew everything about the menu, and even made recommendations for wine pairings. Highly recommend. read more

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7 years later and I'm less impressed. The food is good but not great and not great enough for the prices. The restaurant is beautiful, cozy and trendy. Aside from that, is struggle to understand their following. First, the wine menu is disappointing. They have very few choices and most only by the bottle. Second, the food menu does not have a variety of offerings and what they do have is overpriced. The seafood pilau was $38 with only 2 shrimp and 3 clams. The double portion was $69. I was disappointed that the dish was not very flavorful. Our waitress was attentive, but was not able to split our check by what we ordered. She said that their computer would not allow her to split the checks four ways based on what we ordered. Though I like the ambiance, I don't plan on returning. read more

The Grocery - Sausage pasta - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Nice ambiance, pleasant waitress. Food disappointing. Salade with lots of radicchio was tuff and chewy, Cut into large pieces.larger heads are more bitter and tough. Lots of vinegar. Tuna tartare at 4 for $18.00 was mostly tator tots. Very little tuna. Same with oysters 4 for $18.00 had a larger pickle slice on it, larger than the oyster which was mostly batter. Dish described as half chicken, had no wing, no leg, or no thigh. no truth in description only breast At $38.00 was way overpriced. none alcoholic drink with pomegranite juice was pleasant. Would not return. read more

This is a wonderful farm to table restaurant in downtown Charleston. The first time I came here for a date night and the second time I came here for happy hour with a group of friends. My favorite items on the menu are in the produce section - mushroom dishes, squash, cauliflower, gnocchi, beats and salad. These are absolutely delicious with my favorite being the mushroom dishes and the gnocchi. The best part is that these are half off on happy hour which is such a great deal. For drinks - I'd recommend the fried green tomato martini and the ruby slipper. These are on the happy hour menu as well. The fried green tomato martini is such a unique drink and the tomato adds a nice sweetness. The ruby slipper is tequila based and very refreshing. Service wise - I had great service during happy hour but was not as impressed with the service when I was here for a date night. For happy hour service is limited to the bar and the bartender was very attentive. During date night we often had to ask to order a cocktail or for menus during the dinner service. Despite this experience I'm still giving it 5 starts though due to the great happy hour experience and the freshness of the produce dishes. read more

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They take reservations so make sure to book if you have a large party! Very nice and minimalistic decorations inside. I got the Bistro Streak. It had Potato Gratin and Brandy Sauce with it. The steak was great! It was cooked to the way I like it and with the brandy sauce everything tasted great. My favorite was definitely the potato gratin. If that is a side I would definitely order just that! I would say the dish taste great, but for the price of $39 with 6 slices of beef and one block of potato gratin, I would say it is on the pricier side. We got bread which was good and warm and it was $5. The service was great! We had a large group and we got our waters refilled constantly and they definitely took care of us even though they were busy! read more

The Grocery - Bistro Steak - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Nothing makes me more happy than the produce section of The Grocery's menu. I never know what kind of creative take I'll find on the freshest veggies in Charleston but I know they'll be some of the most delicious. Tonight's favorites were the interpretation on the tomato pie salad (the freshest tomatoes with a delish pimento cheese), the okra with puffed rice and the shishido peppers but honestly ever dish was a hit and we ordered almost every single one. The corn pasta with chanterelles is another don't miss! This is the perfect place for vegetarians and omnivores to dine together, everyone will be happy. read more

Food and Services were perfect and the food was cooked to perfection.The lamb and octopus mouth watering. read more

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My chicken was amazing!! The bread is also stunning. I like their unique menu layout and there are options for everyone. My mom ordered a tequila sunrise and they didn't have OJ, and the server also told us they didn't have Pineapple juice either, which we thought was odd. Otherwise great! read more

One of the best happy hours in town! From 5-6 at the bar you can enjoy $5 select drinks (get the ruby slipper!!) and 50% off all their produce and pasta options. An absolute steal!! Bartenders were attentive and friendly. Get there early--there were a few of us waiting at the door and their bar isn't huge! read more

Really enjoyed all the food + drinks we got. Their happy hour from 5-6 on Tuesday through Sunday is incredible. 50% off produce + pastas and $5 drinks. The pastas were my favorite. The space is large and good for a group. I went with 4 girlfriends we split 8 or so small plates + got cocktails and only wound up spending $35 each. I'm taking one star off for service as we didn't receive 2 of the dishes we ordered (and we were charged for 1 of them). read more

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I'm not one to post poor reviews and this will be my first, but I hope that it will help those in responsibility roles to address some shortcomings. So issues with beer on tap, some offerings not available and the one we chose was flat and room temp. We heard great reviews and were underwhelmed by the flavors. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, but like so many restaurants they had an issue with service personnel, so be prepared to wait for actual food. This may have been a result of our party of 8. Other issues were limited menu and small portion size. read more

This is definitely it Ely a five star food experience. Farm to table menu changes consistently, so visit often. The flavor experience is wonderful. They have so many connections into food purveyors and artisans, the menu is fresh, unique and full of surprises. Foodies will love this place. Our server, Barret, was well spoken, made a great presentation on all the menu items, described the nuances of ingredients so well that I wanted to try everything ! Loved the experience, relished the artistic and inspired presentation of the food. Such great chefs, wonderfully attentive service, and imaginative, unique food.. read more

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Everything from the appetizer to the main course was outstanding. Great service and ambiance. Comes with a price tag but loved everything. read more

We went with a group of ten and had the best time. The space was perfect for a large group and we never felt like we were competing to talk. Service was great, we always had drinks and full water glasses. With regards to food we tried a variety of items. Everything was very unique and equally delish. The cabbage au gratin was honestly life changing, I don't need a potato version ever again. Even my husband who is super picky loved it. We also tried the mushrooms, fried oysters, lamb sugo, squid ink pasta and pork schnitzel. Loved it all but lamb sugo and pork definitely were the stand outs. Portion sizes are necessarily huge but we all left plenty full. Highly recommend for a group dinner! read more

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The Grocery is a delicious restaurant. Their farm to table dishes are a great celebration of local and seasonal produce. While there are options for seafood and meat, the produce dishes stoke the show. I was disappointed with the duck mousse as it was only a thin layer on the toast. Overall I would recommend sharing a seafood and/or meat dish and focus on the produce side of the menu. read more

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Went for dinner with some friends while in town for a long weekend. The atmosphere was great and the service was excellent. We had a few starters including roasted okra, ricotta gnocchi, and fried oysters. They were all good but nothing wowed me. I enjoyed the oysters most. They were nicely fried on the outside but tender and moist on the inside. I ordered the Spaghetti and Clams. Again, it was good but nothing special. I think a true spaghetti would have worked better than angel hair and the nduja far overshadowed the clams. We had a great time but it just wasn't worth the money for me. read more

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A solid 3.5 for my visit. Team dinner at The Grocery after end of a conference day. It was a really good experience. The staff was warm, friendly, and very helpful with food and wine suggestions. The environment was clean, modern and really cute. All were satisfied with their choices. The sourdough bread was outstanding and the butter was delightful. I like how the menu says produce, seafood and meat. My tablemates really enjoyed the oysters and French onion hashbrowns. I ordered the mushroom bolognese malfadine and while the sauce was good, the ratio of pasta to mushroom was wayyy off. I had to search for the mushrooms as they were limited, given that it's the main protein it shouldn't be a hide and seek to find it. Otherwise, it was a good choice and ai would return but I wouldn't make the same entree choice and 1 other person at the table ordered the same thing and had the same reaction. Everyone else was very happy with their television and steak entree. read more

The Grocery - Mushroom Bolognese Malfafine - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Well worth the vist whenever your in Charleston, SC. Went with coworkers on a group trip and our last night we had dinner here at the Grocery. Staff was very friendly, service was impeccable, especially for our large group of 20+. They accommodated us with class. Everything was delicious. The fried oysters appetizer was yummy as to the tuna cappachio. My fish, forgot the name but it was fresh and light and the sauce, mama mia! The dessert, my peanutbutter chocolate cake/mousse is a must Everything was great! read more

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We really enjoyed our meal here, the food was truly delicious. The problem was the service, as it was extremely slow. Not sure if it was the kitchen or the server, but we did wait for awhile for him to just take our drink order. Food came out slowly, but we did share all our plates. The beets were warm and tasty, the tartare was really good as it wasn't the usual really heavy feeling, it had a lighter and brighter taste profile. The Bolognese was really good, the pasta was well done al dente with just the right amount of bite to contrast the creamy sauce. The tilefish was really delicious! The potato crust was nice and crispy, while the fish was still tender and tasty. We definitely plan on going back since the food was that good and to see if the service improves. read more

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1. Bread - standard bread, butter with salt flakes sprinkled on top 4/5 2. Roasted cauliflower - roasted nicely and full of flavor 5/5 3. King oyster mushroom - overly salty and vinegary but the flavor was good 3/5 4. Campenella - lots of octopus pieces finely sliced. The noodles were nice and chewy but the taste of octopus was overpowering to the point that I couldn't eat more than a few pieces 2/5 5. Red snapper - no salt or seasoning. I've eaten a lot of fish and this was overly fishy and bland. It came with a side of pesto sauce and potatoes both of which were significantly better than the fish itself. The fish was a 1/5 and potatoes were 4/5. Save yourself the money and just order the veggie dishes. read more

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Drinks were bigger than most places in the area, ruby red slipper, and spray tan were delicious! Decor is beautiful!!!!! So unique! Bartender was very personable and quick. He really knew his stuff! We ordered the duck liver mousse with a corn bread, and it was heavenly! First time trying any kind of liver. Only reason why it's not 5 stars, is the tax at this particular place was higher than anywhere else. Paid $10 on taxes alone on a $60 tab. Nowhere else ended up being that high. Overall great experience and would come back if in the area. read more

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Our first visit to The Grocery was nothing but stellar. We were meeting up with family and some friends of theirs from Philly, and we know, during this time period of covid, seating 8 can be a challenge. Reservations were made for pretty early, as they had a lot of spots to visit during their short stay. My husband and I arrived ahead of the group and grabbed a cocktail and enjoyed a friendly chat with the bartender. His recommendations on a gin drink were spot on! As our guests arrived we were led to a table and given menus. Our server was patient with us as we all introduced ourselves to the out-of-town guests. We all ordered various drinks and the Dirty Green Tomato seemed to be several guests' fave. We ordered a little bit of everything, from the produce column and passed the plates around, accompanying this was several boule's (they do charge for bread, but totally worth it) served with soft whipped butter and Maldon salt. The bread was exactly as you would want, crusty crunch, and warm soft interior...and the subtle Maldon salt was perfect. My favorite of the produce shares was the Ricotta & Lemon Agnolotti, tender pillows of pasta stuffed with creamy ricotta.... For the protein portion of the meal, my husband had a delicious pork schnitzel and I had the triggerfish. The fish meal was very small, so I did not feel guilty about indulging in some of the other dishes. From the decor, ambiance, food, to all the staff, it was just an awesome night and we have 6 out of towners that went home with great memories of their Charleston dining experience. read more

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Perfect Happy Hour restaurant. Pickled green tomato martini is delicious and the steak tartar is my favorite in Charleston. Great place to swing by after work. Friendly bar staff and normally quiet atmosphere. read more

Good but not better Location is ok but not on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday with the King Street closings and Chaos Service not so good Attention to detail also not so good Good menu Execution and presentation not great Good good read more

I really did have such high hopes. Two trusted friends enjoy this restaurant. One in particular even said it was a favorite. Reviews are all pretty good. First, the woman I spoke to one the phone about parking was dismissive and hung up on me. When I got there, there was one other table of people sitting. They were not busy. It was a weekday night. Our server was amazing, very kind and knowledgeable. My cocktail was bland and when I couldn't find something else on the menu I'd wanted, I ordered it again. I realized the first had been made incorrectly and without an ingredient which is why it had been bland. We enjoyed the cauliflower. Liked the flavor of the gratiné sauce but hated the cabbage it self. It was a slimy slab of cabbage despite its flavorful sauce. The potato gnocchi tasted and smelled like raw dough and no other flavor. I wish I was able to rank this restaurant higher however since I didn't enjoy the food itself and was quite turned off by being hung up on by someone who ultimately sat us at our table, I don't think I will be back. An expensive meal with not much positive to say except the server. read more