If I could give a higher rating, I would. I can't express…read morehow outstanding this place is. Someone local recommended this to me. And boy, am I glad I decided to stop by. It was so good I had to go back! The Brunch bowl is what I order both times ( I wish I tried something else) and the "grit balls" were delicious. Service was fast and prompt even with a full house. And the woman at the counter (she was in the kitchen and ran food, greeted guests as they pick up their food, possibly a chef) was EXTREMELY nice and outgoing. She seemed to really enjoy her position and kept order in the kitchen. Food was delicious if I haven't already said so, so much flavor, a Carolina quality kinda spot! I highly recommend to anyone looking for an exceptional, yet casual place to dine. Thank you Grit Counter!

The Grit Counter is a fun, bustling spot we decided to try for the first time today around 1…read moreo'clock on a weekday. The parking lot was packed, and most tables were already taken when we walked in, which is always a good sign. You order at the counter and then grab a seat while they bring the food out to you. The menu is extensive, with plenty of dishes built around grits (as the name suggests). I went with the chicken and waffles, and it was loaded with flavor--crispy fried chicken breasts, a Belgian waffle, chunks of bacon, and a blueberry compote on the side. The whole plate was enormous; I definitely didn't finish it. My husband ordered the fried chicken and fish platter with French fries, and it was equally generous in size. We also started with the grit fritters as an appetizer, and they were fantastic--crispy on the outside and a nice surprise inside. Overall, the food was really on point with big, satisfying portions. The waitstaff seemed super busy but stayed friendly and attentive. The only downside for me was having to bus your own table at the end. Prices for lunch felt a little high at first glance, but when you consider the huge portions, they're pretty reasonable. We'll definitely be heading back soon.

Excellent food and customer service. I had oxtail, hopping john, greens and green beans.read more

Good hefty and tasty lunch from My 3 Sons. Smothered pork chops, chicken & sausage jambalaya,…read morecollard greens, & mac & cheese. Everything was delicious. The mac & cheese portion was a smaller then preferred. I don't usually eat such a heavy meal at lunch, but I'm glad I went there. The service was quick. Noone else was in the restaurant. I was greeted immediately as I walked in and the items were explained clearly.

Amazing. Their food is so good. I would recommend this to everyone. My family and friends. I was…read moresuper impressed with their service food and atmosphere

I had the shrimp & grits. Wonderful flavors and lots of it. This is not a franchise joint! Real…read morefood and a fantastic atmosphere. Great beer selection, too. Make sure you bring an appetite!

Before I visited SC, I said there were three kinds of food I wanted to try: Fresh seafood, BBQ and…read moreLowcountry cuisine. I'm glad I did some research and found Florence's. I ordered the 1/2 honey fried chicken w/ mac & cheese and collard greens. For dessert, we shared pecan pie. The chicken was moist & delicious from being brined and seasoning in the batter. The batter was crunchy, and perfectly applied so you didn't bite into a hunk of just batter. Likewise, the sides were some of the best I had during my trip to SC. Lastly, the pecan pie was really good also. However, I was expecting a bigger & taller slice. Regarding the ambiance, its smart casual here. The decor is fancier vs the down home cooking. Danielle took very good care of us. She was friendly & attentive. Florence's did the trick for us. We had eaten a lot of raw seafood and BBQ. This Lowcountry cuisine gave us a nice change of pace during our trip.

I was excited to try this new spot. The updated decor and inviting atmosphere looked great…read more We started off with the fried green tomatoes and tomato pie. My friend said the tomato pie was really good but it's all cheese and tomatoes. The fried green tomatoes were crispy but needed seasoning. They were incredibly bland. For the main dish she ordered the smash burger and I ordered the fish and grits. She took one bite of the smash burger and sent it back saying it tasted like a frozen burger you'd get at Walmart. The fish and grits were ok. They too were bland and needed salt. A LOT of salt or any other seasoning. The okra, Lima beans and corn that come in this dish also tasted like it came out of a frozen bag. There is no seasoning in this dish whatsoever. Unfortunately this place was a miss and we won't be returning. Also the bathrooms look like a porta potty. You know the cheap plastic that porta potties are made out of? Yeah that's what the stalls are made out of. It looks so cheap and a big contrast from the rest of the restaurant. The staff was nice but they also look like they hate working here.

I stop in for lunch whenever I can. have never been disappointed. the portions are good sized,…read moreservice and the kitchen is prompt and prices are reasonable. you cannot go wrong here. as a side note Okra is one of the few restaurants in our area that does not nick you for a 3% credit card fee. a big plus in my opinion. this fee started during Covid and has not gone away. combined with our exorbitant local sales tax (11%), results in a lot of overhead in your bill.

Here at Page's Okra Grill off of Coleman in Mt. Pleasant. I like the large space inside and…read moreoutside. Large outside Bar area as well with laid back atmosphere. Hostess met us and seated us right away. We ordered the Fried Chicken and Waffles and the Crab Cakes with Collards and Cole Slaw. Food was amazing! Easy 5 Stars !!

Been a long time since I've come back and idk why I waited so long. Had a couple friends in town…read morethat really wanted to come here because they saw it as a highly recommended place on food network! We got the deconstructed spicy crab Rangoon with hush puppies. These were fire! Hush puppies were maybe the best I've had here in Charleston. Once you break it apart and dip it with the crab meat it was decadent and delish. I got the crispy pork belly bowl and they also got the duck and chicken plate along with two sides which were the collards and mustard cucumbers. Those will clear up your nostrils real quick with that hot mustard. The duck was crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. The scallion oil on top was what made it super tasty. We loved the vibe and how quickly our food came out! We left no crumbs behind! Love Chef Shuai and the team here!

I had been dying to try this place! It exceeded my expectations. Tia gave me and my dad 10/10…read moreservice and I can't wait to go back and try some more of her cocktails. Still dreaming of that chicken!

This is a true southern kitchen. It looks like a house and when you enter, you are greeted by a…read morelovely lady and a row of delicious choices. I came for fried chicken but my son chose the ribs, which were so tender they literally were off the bone. The yams were Devine and the fried chicken so tasty. Bertha's chicken is recognized and I'm sure has numerous awards and comes up in all the searches. I personally love the family portraits on display.

Inside a vibrant blue building is Bertha's, a soul food establishment that is not to be missed if…read moreyou are in the Charleston area. Its small, and set up cafeteria style. You order, they plate it, you pay and either take it to go or to sit in the small dining area. Service is very quick and efficient, and you can tell there are a lot of regulars who come here because the staff joked and laughed with them as they waited in line. Speaking of the line, it moved fast but while we were there a woman came around with a tray and offered little cups of brightly colored something. I chose red and was delighted to see it was a frozen punch, red is cherry. My friend got orange and he said it was like a mango or peach flavor. I ordered the fried chicken, with cabbage and red rice. The cabbage was absolute fire, it was so tender and delicious. The red rice was good, but a bit on the dry side. I feel like had I been there when a fresh pan was brought out it would have been a lot better. The fried chicken was perfectly cooked and had a flaky crust but it needed salt and the tables did not provide any. I would come back, there are so many other things I would love to try and this place is busy for a reason.

Came in for a quick lunch on my own and ate some delicious food! Service was quick as my server was…read moreon it! She was very nice and friendly sharing her menu favorites and suggestions. I went for the marinated chicken breast with mashed potatoes and and house salad for my two sides and I was delighted. Ambiance is fantastic here with both indoor and outdoor seating (by a pond!) Will be back again :)

I had previously dined at the Mt Pleasant location and was excited to try the new Nexton location,…read moreso my wife and I stopped in for an impromptu dinner while we were in town for the evening on business. The parking lot was crowded, which was a good early sign, and the building itself was modern and inviting both inside and out. Unfortunately, from there things did not go smoothly. I gave my name and number to the hostess, who quoted a 20-minute wait. After 30 minutes with no text, I checked back in, but she was heading on break and handed us off to a second hostess. That hostess mispronounced my name, took my number again, and told us there were still 12 parties ahead of us. Another 30 minutes passed, and by that point my wife and I were the only people left waiting. We ended up seating ourselves at two open seats at the outdoor bar, and when I mentioned it to staff, I was told our name and number had never actually made it into the system at all. In total we lost over an hour to what turned out to be a simple tracking failure, handled by three different hostesses along the way. The bar area had more of a sports-bar feel than a restaurant, and the couple seated beside us spent the meal loudly cursing and engaged in PDA, which made for an uncomfortable dining experience for us. To Page's credit, the food itself was genuinely very good, and the portions were generous enough that we couldn't finish our plates. I suspect the kitchen is well run and the front-of-house issues are a byproduct of the location being newer and still working out its systems. We'd happily return for the food, but I'd think twice before dealing with the same wait again.

If I could give a thousand stars I would. Jim and Nick's is AMAZING. EVERYTHING is AMAZING. The…read morefood, the service, the price. Do yourself a favor and go to Jim and Nicks.

Food 10/10 Service Excellent!…read moreAmbiance was warm and welcoming I really enjoyed the catfish.. well seasoned and fried to perfection. My margarita was a 1 and done

Make a reservation first. This will very much improve your experience…read more Poogan's is a staple when it comes to downtown Charleston dining for us. One of the oldest in Charleston and super cute from the outside in. I also love that they named the place after their loyal pupper dog. For my taste, Poogan's makes one of the best shrimp and grits I've ever had. They also have phenomenal she crab soup, pimento cheese fritters with bacon jam, and collards. My friends got the fried chicken which I hadn't had before and the fry was literally perfect. Not too thick but a major crunch. We will continue to bring our friends and family here when showing them downtown.

Poogan's Porch was a solid pick. I'd last been the 15-20 years ago, before I met my hubby. For his…read morefirst time in this town, I figured I'd try it again. It was Labor Day and things seemed on the quiet side in town. The ambience was great and we were on the second floor. We got right to the libations (he had a Malbec and I, the cider they had available). And then the entrees - hubby got the shrimp and grits, that's usually my dish but I was glad he got it so I could taste. I got the fried chicken, with hoppin John over white rice, and collards. So good! And I wasn't even hungry but I had to test the "award winning" and "famous" labels on our dishes. The chicken is a huge serving - 4 pieces of juicy, tasty chicken - an entire quarter. The hoppin John was good - I just wish there were more hoppin John and less rice. Service was 5 star. Donte was a real treat and looked after us well. For dessert, I was hoping for bread pudding, but it wasn't on the menu, and everyone in the dining room was ordering the banana pudding so we got that to share. It is a large serving, enough for two. The presentation was cute, the taste was regular, and I didn't taste a hint of alcohol (it was a bourbon or some other alcohol).