Shelby & this place... Phenomenal. Absolutely Phenomenal! the recommendations - on point by Shelby. the insight - on point by Shelby!! the service - PHENOMENAL above and beyond and great timing and awareness of our table. the food? Unbelievably good. compliments to the chef!!!!! highly recommend this place for a nice night out or to get delicious food and enjoy a meal. great atmosphere! I don't write reviews unless its outstanding, it's not my thing. This place was outstanding. Had to write this review. read more

decided to try the ice house again after 2 years.....hated the food this is my last time here and will not be back ordered the shrimp dinner $24 with the size of shrimp that comes in Chinese food. the collards were spicy ( i was told they are not ) and the mash potatoes were SOOOOO buttery that i sent them back and refused to eat that amount of butter ..Bright yellow and slimy. the burger plate was supposed to be medium and came to the table cooked WELL. I will say the she crab soup was excellant... but we came for dinner and that was way far below standards considering the check came to $103.96 the soft shell crab for $29 only consisted of one and it was fried so so. we actually wanted it sauteed not fried.. and the check had a Hospitality charge besides the tax which together came to 13%......funny Matts burger 1 block away only charges sales tax...don't like being scammed bottom line..you would think eating the for second time would be better and not worse...think i just skip this HIGH PRICE BAR FOOD read more

Very good experience! My coworkers and I came here on Tuesday, February 3rd, after a big CBP inspection. There was no wait, and our party of five was seated very quickly. The parking lot is quite small, but we were able to find two spots across the street. The entrance was a little difficult to find at first, as it's located in the back of the building. We initially walked upstairs into another bar area, but if you're looking for the restaurant, you'll need to enter through the back. Our waitress was extremely nice--cheerful, attentive, and very helpful. Our meals were delicious and beautifully plated. I ordered the shrimp and grits, while another coworker ordered the Cajun pasta; both dishes had a slight kick of spice. My lunch-sized shrimp and grits was outstanding. The shrimp were plump, tender, and perfectly seasoned, and the grits were creamy, smooth, and full of cheesy flavor--clearly made with care. It was a beautifully balanced dish that felt both indulgent and classic, and easily one of the highlights of the meal. Other orders included two house salads (one with grilled chicken and one without protein) and a sandwich paired with fried sweet potato fries. Everything came out fresh and well-prepared. The food was excellent from start to finish. While the menu is slightly on the pricier side, it's absolutely worth it for the quality and atmosphere. I finished with the crème brûlée for dessert, which was the perfect ending. The custard was silky and rich, and the caramelized sugar topping had a satisfying crack--offering just the right contrast without being overly sweet. The atmosphere inside is unique and charming, with exposed brick and an old-world design that adds warmth and character. Any minor inconveniences were far outweighed by the excellent food, attentive service, and overall experience. We truly enjoyed our lunch and will definitely be back. Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Prices: 5/5 Food Appearance: 5/5 Parking: 4/5 read more

This is a cute little place in town. The food was amazing and the service was even better! I didn't mind the 30 min wait as we sat out at the bar patio. Definitely worth stopping in if you're in town! read more

Food was pretty good. The wait was a bit long but well worth it. The atmosphere was pretty cool. I had the wings and they were awesome. My partner loved his chicken fried steak. read more

Delicious food, and our server Donna could not have been more attentive and nice. Ambiance in this old building is lovely.

Wow! Wish I could give this place 10 stars. From the service to the ambiance to the food. It was all fantastic. Our sever Christina was incredible she was so attentive and really made our night fun!! The Bartender (i didn't catch her name) went above and beyond for us as well to try their different sauces, and sample the different drinks on tap. They have great indoor and outdoor seating. We sat outside so my son could play at the playground. He enjoyed it and made some friends. The honey mustard was unreal, the sweet tea vinaigrette on the salad needs to be bottled, and if you're a ranch lover their ranch is delish!! The country fried steak had so much flavor and was cooked perfectly and the chicken tenders had great flavor!! Literally everything we had was great! Can't wait to go back!! This is my new favorite spot. read more

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Very cute restaurant with indoor & outdoor setting along with an outdoor bar. BEST ESPRESSO MARTINI courtesy of the beautiful & talented Monet (bartender at the main bar). I am a connoisseur of espresso martinis and I've had a lot of bad ones in my life so I can tell you right now....This is the best one I've had on US soil.. Food was great! Waiter was Jimmy, he was busy but set expectations & had a great way of pointing out his favs & popular menu items! Loved his presentation abilities! Pros: A lot! Food, atmosphere & drinks. Cons: only thing we did not like was the ceviche (spelling). We will be back! Thank you for a great night out with friends! read more

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This is a very typical local restaurant with an assortment of surf and turf options. Nothing too fancy on the menu and well-priced for what it is. Not many tables and it shares space with a bar. My service was totally fine, very pleasant and food came out fast. I had a filet & collards and the Ice House salad; steak was borderline between rare and medium rare (I ordered medium rare) and was fine. Collards were nothing special though I never have high expectations there, salad was actually pretty tasty and didn't need dressing. Overall the price was not too high, it was actually well priced for what I got, so I can't complain. Like a few other places in Summerville, the site makes it look much more upscale than it actually is. J.Ja read more

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The Ice House was, in fact, an ice house at one time. Thick walls are a reminder of that function. I've now been there twice and both experiences were excellent. I was with groups for lunch on both occasions and the service staff did a great job with multiple orders. Time from order to food was very reasonable and the delivery was accurate. First time I had the petite filet mignon which was perfectly cooked. There was a small amount of gristle, but I find that increasingly common in that cut. The smashed potato side was quite tasty with a pleasant gravy. My wife had the salad as one of her sides and it was both delicious and quite large. On my second visit I had the shrimp and grits. This was presented in a non-traditional way with shrimp off to the side and the grits mixed with a few boulibaise elements, thus giving it a significant flavor boost. Very nicely done. Great experiences both times in a warm pleasant environment. read more

Give The Ice house a try, I'm glad we went back again. On this second visit we dined inside on the upper floor, and it was a cozy vantage spot overseeing the 1st floor bar and tables. The ambiance from the brick walls, low lights, fireplace arch, and ceiling beams gave TIH an authentic feel. The food didn't disappoint. My Caesar salad was good, and my white bean and sausage soup was excellent - tops that I've had. TIH has a full local draft beer menu, and so I enjoyed my favorite IPA. Our waitress was polished and polite, and contributed to our relaxing late lunch. We'll be back. read more

The Ice House - Caesar salad, white bean and sausage soup, and my favorite IPA - Burgers Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

Not sure what happened here but the quality of food has declined substantially over the past few visits, over the course of a year. We started coming here when we moved back to the area about six years ago and really enjoyed the atmosphere and great food. Now it's just a bland watery mess. From the soup to the shrimp and grits, overall very disappointing. I hope they find a new chef before their reputation goes in the gutter. Until then we won't be back. Too many other amazing restaurants coming to the Summerville area to waste on subpar food. read more

Amazing food and service at an eclectic bar/restaurant in Summerville. I highly recommend the steak bites and the goat cheese salad.

The service, the food and atmosphere were great. Casey, our waitress, was considerate and knowledgeable. I ate the She Crab soup, delicious. My sister in-laws shared the fried pickles, also delicious. It was a beautiful day to eat outdoors. read more

Food was wonderful Cassie was our waitress. She was amazing. Friendly, helpful and quick. We are from Indiana visiting friends. We'd come back again. read more

Great place to eat and very family friendly. However, I have one major issue that is non negotiable. The patio/beer garden allows people to smoke. There is a great kids area and the restaurant allows people to smoke in this area. There were about 15 kids playing tonight and everything was great until people started lighting their cigarettes. I would add 2.5 stars if smoking was not allowed. There is plenty of room to smoke your cigarettes on the front porch or out by the street. read more

Nice pub in the heart of downtown Summerville. The restaurant was unfortunately closed, I will go back to try the food and do another review. The bar however is up the stairs, nice live music from some talented musicians. I let the bartender know it was my first time and he gave me a bumper sticker and some matches as souvenirs... that was nice. My drink was amazing. The interior was so cool to look at! I would go back for sure. read more

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Took my husband last night for his birthday to dinner. Don't go there super hungry as the wait was longer than the time they had told us. Brittany was our server, and I immediately told her we knew what we wanted and we were really hungry. She told us no problem, she gets everything to us quickly. She was wonderful, listen to what we wanted and was most attentive. We got to know her a bit, found out she is going for her associates degree in cosmetology, had a brother who also works there and lives with her family. We will be requesting Brittany every time we go there for her great service, and great personality, in addition to their great food!! We just will go to dinner earlier or have a snack before we go read more

Awesome place. I have been going their for years. Highly recommend it. Try the pork chop!

Our bartender was extremely nice and served us with speed. Then we were seated and told it was gonna be a little bit for a waitress to get to us, but she still found time on a busy night to slice in and get us drinks and then got a appetizers so it really wasn't a wait at all!!!!!!! That right there is service at a freakinghigh-level in a bar that I didn't know & I was questioning, but that got shut down quick with the impressive way that Shelby handled it everything! read more

You're greeted with a smile. The customer service is amazing! The good is excellent. The decor is awesome! The environmental design and interior design is eye catching! There are many gluten free options. The staff personnel are very knowledge of celiac and gluten intolerance. Half through my meal, the experience is 1 millionth billionth percent awesome sauce! The server suggested grenadine since they did not have Cherry Coca Cola. I love grenadine!!! read more

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Located in an old ice house in the heart of historic Summerville. This restaurant serves my favorite shrimp and grits in South Carolina. There are always delicious local beers on tap and the servers are super friendly. read more

This place was a fabulous spot for a fun little date night. We started upstairs for a drink at the divey bar area and then went to the restaurant part and sat outside. Two very different vibes which was cool! They were accommodating to my shellfish allergy and I was able to eat exactly what I wanted We will definitely be back! read more

Loved our server and the drinks!! I would recommend this to all of my friends and family. Still trying to figure out how to make the drink I had. read more

ICE, ICE,BABY! We are relocating from Long Island, NY and upon recommendation of one of the builders of our new home, we stumbled upon this iconic establishment. The decor of the place is rustic with old brick work that gives rise to its former glory as an old ice house that supplied ice to the masses. Upon entering, you can immediately enjoy the old brickwork that was part of the Ice Houses pedigree as a former "Ice House". Upon seating, we were greeted by our server Emma who was on her AAA game. She knew the menu inside and out and was able to successfully navigate our choices for appetizers and dinner. It's great when your server is attentive, user friendly and a dedicated fan of Taylor Swift! My grew daughter, Madison (7) would be so pleased. So if you are in Summerville, this is the place for you, especially because the food is off the charts! Just sayin read more

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I've been here a few times and everything I've gotten has been fantastic. I've heard the salads are amazing. This is one of my go-tos when my friends and family come visit. Love the area it's located in and the restaurant has a cool vibe. I've only had one person not have a good experience as far as the food goes. I've never had issues with the staff. read more

The Ice House - Chicken pasta - Burgers Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

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I love this place! When I worked close by I would walk to get lunch or pick up dinner. Staff is always friendly and the food has always been delicious. I always recommend to anyone who is visiting. read more

New to the area, but we love sitting outside on the patio for lunch. Salads, burgers, cocktails and beignets. What's not to like. Burgers and salmon were cooked perfectly. And they have a sweet tea vinaigrette that's wonderful. The big foot playground is cute too for the kids. read more

I recently moved to Summerville and the first place I tried was The Icehouse. My Buffalo Wings were very good and the service was very good as well and Shelby was super nice and a go-getter. I've been back a few times since then and it's a great place to go. read more

Very busy place right off the main road. Friendly staff. Our server was very attentive. Food was ok, but I wouldn't make it a destination. Cool vibe though. Historic place and plenty big read more

The food and desserts were so good and came out quick too! Our server was also very nice and funny.

Everything was great, I can't wait for the next time I get a chance to go again. Just happened upon it while looking for a non-chain place for dinner read more

Love the. atmosphere and history at the Ice House. Food is delicious. Service is excellent. read more

Live the ambiance in the old ice house. Super unique. The wait staff was outstanding and super friendly. The food was fresh and delicious with a great variety on the menu. read more

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We loved the Ice House!! The food, service, atmosphere - all awesome for our family of 4! My boys loved playing on the outside playset and the atmosphere both inside and out was enjoyable for all! We loved the fried shrimp, grits and the delicious remoulade sauce! Service was so friendly and prompt! Loved all the fun facts on the menu too - such a great place! read more

The Ice House - Fun facts on the menu! - Burgers Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

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Tucked away in downtown Summerville, such a great bar/restaurant to pop into for dinner. They have a dining area downstairs along with outdoor seating, but they also have an upstairs area that's a bit more rugged and laid back. Came here on a slower night for dinner and the food and drinks were amazing. Staff was super friendly and provided excellent service. Truly a great place. read more

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I've loved Crystals Ice House for as long as many of you have been alive. This is the best bar and restaurant in Summerville hands down. This place radiates character and ambiance. The food is top notch and so is the service. My all time favorite dish is the cajun pasta, extra spicy. Best place to take a date or celebrate an anniversary. Dinner downstairs and drinks upstairs. read more

The Ice House - Cajun pasta - Burgers Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

WOW! This is the food we have been searching for since moving to the area. We had one of the best waitresses I think we have ever had. She made very strong recommendations on what to order. We took her advice and we are glad we did! The lamb 2 ways was hands down the best lamb I have ever had. The balsamic glaze really tied the entire flavor profile together. The pork chops were moist and the apple complimented the pecan crusting very nicely. I think we will quickly become regulars at The Ice House! read more

The Ice House - Lamb 2 ways - Burgers Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

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One of my fav summerville spots. Their food is always so good. And their special menu is always worth looking at. read more

The Ice House - Blackened shrimp, string beans, sweet potatoe fry's. - Burgers Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

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Once again The Ice House kills it with the ambiance, great food, especially the chicken fried steak, and the heart and soul; exceptional service. Tonight our server was Victoria. THE BEST! read more