Better late than never. My salon girls and I finally celebrated our Christmas party and Galentine's Day here, and it could not have been a better choice. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted so warmly. We accidentally forgot to update our reservation from 6 to 7, and the staff was incredibly patient and kind while waiting for a table that could accommodate our group. They made us feel so comfortable and even let us enjoy a drink in the waiting area while everything was sorted out. No stress at all. Once seated, our server was fantastic. Every single person we interacted with was friendly, attentive, and more than happy to give recommendations, which was much needed because everything sounded amazing. They even played along with our Christmas party raffle games, which made the night extra fun. Such a cool, welcoming vibe. For appetizers, we shared the lemon ricotta dip, the Dippin' Shrimp, the spinach artichoke dip, and a spicy Caesar salad. Everything was absolutely delicious. For my main course, I ordered the pecan-crusted chicken with a side of Brussels sprouts, and wow. Phenomenal. Huge portions, incredible flavor, and we were all stuffed by the end. Amazing service, amazing food, and an overall great experience. I cannot wait to come back again. This is officially a go-to spot for celebrations. read more

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Good restaurant with a great menu and service! Get the she crab or the wild mushroom soap! The artichoke tip is excellent!

Very friendly greeters, food was decent and space is relatively modern. Our waitress kept hovering which was annoying. How many times do you need to check on us? Must have shown up every 10 minutes while we were eating and and kept interrupting our conversation. read more

The James - Ribs - American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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I'll start off by saying that I love the James and the food and the service. However, the past two times I've been I've gotten the prime rib. There is so much fat that you have to pick around it. Our bartender/waiter was awesome, but someone else stopped by the table and asked how everything was and we told them about the prime rib having a lot of fat. Their response was huh. I understand the prime rib can have quite a bit of fat however, for the amount you pay for it I would hope that 90% is edible. Hoping the next time I go, I don't run into this again. read more

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I have to give another shout out to The James! I ordered to go food thru door dash on a rainy wednesday. The food was amazing. I ordered chicken piccata and the salmon, and the famous mushroom soup. Everything delicious! The mushroom soup was a little salty/rich for my taste, so I added a bit of sour cream and it was perfect. The salmon entree was mouthwatering! I will be back soon! My compliments to the chef! read more

The James - Prime rib, medium rare. (Look how lean!) Puréed potatoes and both au jus and creamy horseradish sauce. - American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

This post is definitely for the soup lovers. I really begun to enjoy spending a Sunday afternoon here for brunch this time. I decided that I was craving soup. I initially knew that I wanted to try the mushroom soup. Something about that puff pastry dome on top was calling my name and oh baby, that was delicious. The combination of the soup with the bread just made for such a delicious bite I also have to say that the loaded potato soup was flavorful to the point. I wanted to put the bowl down and just drink it from the bowl. My friend ordered the French onion soup and I had some of that and now I know what I'm gonna order the next time I go back it's a great space located on James Island It has an indoor and outdoor seating. I've never been on the back patio, but it looks like a cute space to sit and sit for a while. Come spring. The service is always good and everybody's very nice. read more

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Meet family for dinner with six of us at the table. Service was very attentive to our orders and kept the food and drinks supplied. What are you looking at right now? All of the food was amazing, the mussel appetizer was a big hit! Our go to spot on the Island for a great night. We always see other friends there too! read more

It was my mother in laws last night in town and she wanted to have a nice dinner before she left. We have been talking about trying out The James for a while so we figured it would be the perfect chance to do so! We started off with glasses of wine and a dirty martini. She really enjoyed her Chardonnay and I loved my glass of Sancerre. We ordered dipping shrimp as an app which took a little bit to come out. The dish itself was very tasty and came with three dipping choices. She got the burger as an entree, I got the garlic shrimp pasta and my boyfriend got the bolognese. While the dishes itself were delicious, the food was not that warm and felt like maybe it has been sitting ready for a while before it was served to us. Our server Mac was amazing and he seemed to really enjoy doing his job which made the whole dinner experience amazing! read more

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This time we had tuna tartar, calamari, and the baby back ribs- with a cab franc from the loire valley, and the apple crisp with ice cream. It was all super yummy. I would for sure get the tuna again!! read more

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Came in with a larger group and sat in the bar area (first come first serve). Our waiter was so lovely, picked up on the vibe of our group and joked with us the entire time. Food was delicious and perfect portions. Chicken piccata was so good and delightfully lemony. read more

The James - American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

I absolutely loved the french onion soup. The staff were friendly and food came out at a good pace. The restaurant was clean and fairly large. There is parking available in front and there are accessible restrooms. A great family spot. read more

Great service, food, and atmosphere that is not overpriced. The James was able to accommodate our party of 6 on short notice on a weekend night. Menu has a great variety of options and fair prices. Atmosphere was beautiful. All around 5 stars. read more

This was my first time and I was delightfully impressed. It is in a small area so parking is scarce. When first walking in we we greeted with amazing decor, it was open, and modern. You have your choice of seating (main dining room, patio, or bar). The staff was very accommodating and helpful (thank you ). I had the fish and chips, which was seasoned very well, crispy and juicy. I definitely recommend a visit when you are in James Island read more

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Stopped into The James for lunch! Excellent atmosphere in Bar Area! TVs showing the Noon ACC Football Game! Hostess was very nice and seated us right away in a booth by the Bar. Bartender on point and came right over for our drink order. We ordered the Fried Green Tomato Appetizer and it was delicious!! For lunch we ordered the French Onion Soup and 1/2 Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken and I had the Prime Rib Melt with Fries of course the food was delicious as usual!! Easy 5 Stars !! read more

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Lunch is available Wednesday through Sunday and I was pleasantly surprised and delighted with my lunch here today. My favorite salad - the beet salad- I try to get in several places around the Charleston area but this one eats all others! I savored every morsel and thoroughly enjoyed this salad. Will return again very soon for another stab at savoring my beet salad! Owned by The Neighborhood Dining Group The James offers traditional American fare where there is something for everyone. The service was friendly and efficient and management does circulate to ensure that you are enjoying your dish and everything is perfect. The restaurant space is open and airy with tables and booths along the wall and by the windows. Indoor and Outdoor seating is available and hightops in the bar area are available also. This is truly a gathering place for friends and family and yes I will return again and again. Book a reservation through the Resy App Ron guarantee a table, lunch was busy on the day I decided to stop and try The James and I had a brief wait for a small booth. Parking in front and behind The James. Large lots. Contemporary American cuisine. read more

The James - Don't forget too ~ "Take to go" orders if you're on the run! - American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

The four dishes we selected were all considered tasty, and hit the spot for each diner. My pasta was a ragu, and was super flavorful. Highly recommended. I thought the ribeye looked a little strange, but it was tender, juicy, and had good flavor. I didn't taste the prime rib sandwich or the wedge salad, but both dinners raved about their orders. We were well tended to by our waiter, who kept our glasses full and make sure we didn't run out of their signature bread with honey butter. It was a cold night, I thought the restaurant could have turned the heat up just a little... My only complaint. Good addition to the James/Johns Island corridor. read more

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One of the best spinach dips in Charleston. I wasn't expecting tomato in it, but it was a welcome addition. The French dip was also an absolute must. My only complaint is that I don't care for their fries. Too thin. The service was very friendly and she gave us all the time we needed to chat and make up our mind without feeling rushed. The space is large if there isn't parking up front there is more in back. Well lit, and welcoming environment. read more

The James - French Dip - American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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We are vacationing in the Charleston area with my family of 4 (18 and 16 YO girls and my wife). They wanted a place that they could get dressy for and while The James is certainly a a beautiful place, there isn't a strict dress code so they felt a little over-dressed. That concern went away once we were seated and greeted by the wonderful Mac G. He admitted that he was new and a little unsure of the ordering system. He managed to charm his way through it and was a fantastic addition to the night. He was attentive and continued to bring his personality. My daughter got the filet which was perfectly cooked to a temperature of medium-well. She didn't leave an ounce of steak. In fact, we cleaned all of our plates. I got the prime rib sandwich. I left off the cheese so it didn't hide the delicious flavors of the rib which was a great choice. It was probably one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. My other daughter did the shrimp and pasta. She said that the pasta sauce was fantastic but the shrimp lacked. She did appreciate the toasted breadcrumbs on top for a crunchy texture. My wife had the bolognaise which she loved! it wasn't too creamy or thick and the flavors were amazing. All in all, we had a fantastic time at The James and would highly recommend it. read more

The James - American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Took our family here for the first time and we nearly ordered half the menu! The food was fantastic, the service was amazing and the ambiance was so nice at dinner time. Easily a family dinner spot or if you want to dress up and have date night! We will be back read more

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Had dinner here, but sorry, forgot to take pictures. Would DEFINITELY recommend making reservations (we did). We sat immediately upon entering. The atmosphere was very nice. We had the mussels appetizer, a burger, fish & chips & the special (pork shank). It was all delicious! Come for dinner you will not be disappointed!!! read more

The James is what going to Outback was in the 90s. While not a chain, it has the vibe of an upscale chain. The food is delicious and filling (definitely what I would consider to be American food), it is kid friendly (they have a kid's menu and coloring sheets/crayons), and welcoming inside. Service is always fantastic and the menu items are consistent. Writing this is making me want to go back soon.... read more

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What can be said that hasn't already been said by someone? It was Wednesday afternoon/evening at 6:45 and the dining rooms (one is smaller and somewhat separated) were entirely filled. Yes, you need a reservation and it is quite worth it. We walked in and the gentleman at the front handed us and menus off to Ryan, a cheerful, helpful and friendly guy who does about everything except serving. As for service, that was Summer, a lady who rattled off without hesitation the specials as well as pertinent answers to my wife's questions. Drinks ordered--a Low Tide Brewers "Aloha Beaches" (my favorite) and a Cucumber tonic (non alcoholic) for my wife. A repeat for me was the small (about 10 ounces) prime rib with creamy, perfect, mashed potatoes, for $36. The prime rib remains the very best in town. The smoky spices on the edge are all you ever need to compare to any other restaurant's. My wife prefers salads and salmon topped off their Tuscan Green salad. Neither of us cares for the sharp edged kale with the somewhat bitter taste. This was not anything like those other kale salads. Absolutely tasty, enjoyable and worth the $23, which includes the $8 charge for the salmon. If you haven't been to The James yet, you owe it to yourself to try you owe it to yourself to get your reservation, and come for the joy of fine food and fine service. Oh, yes. I will return. read more

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If you want a great prime rib or a delicious crispy spicy Caesar salad. Pretty much everything is spot on! Best martini hand stuffed blue cheese olive ale are perfect! The servers are all friendly , professional and fun to chat with. The happy hour is always a win. read more

We went for lunch on Saturday. The James never disappoints. Four people each ordered something different and everything was spot on. Soup in a salad: french onion soup and strawberry salad. The French onion soup is some of the best in town. The fresh strawberry salad was a nice mix. Wedge salad. Always great. Fish and chips. Large portion of fish with a nice serving of fries. Cheeseburger and fries. The food came right out of the kitchen when it was finished. The fried fish was super hot. Plenty of servers to attend to our needs. The restaurant is pleasant but can be a bit loud when busy. read more

The James - Cheeseburger & Fries. (Ketchup added by GF) - American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Incredible mushroom soup! Nothing like it! Served with a beautiful topping of pastry. A work of art.

Great food Great service We have been here 3 times so far and every time they exceed expectation. read more

The food was very good! The wait staff were attentive and friendly. It was my first visit and I will dine here again. If you're looking for a good place to dine, I recommend The James without hesitation. read more

The James never disappoints. Mushroom Soup is just incredible! Their Strawberry Salad is delicious!! read more

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We stopped into the James for an early dinner & were greeted quickly by the host. We were seated in the bar. I picked this restaurant because I saw the french onion soup & it's one of my favorites. It did NOT disappoint. Cheese was nice and melted and crispy. I got the wedge salad with shrimp. It was good but over dressed a bit. My husband got the prime rib melt and said that it was okay but not the best. He ate about half of it. All over the restaurant was very clean and the service was quick. read more

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The food is excellent. Everything is nice and fresh. The waiters and waitresses are very attentive. Try it I'm sure you'll love it

We enjoyed our dinner @thejameschs. The spinach artichoke dip was amazing. The prime rib was so tender and full of flavor. The crab cakes were filled with lumps of crabmeat, not a lot of filler. The prime rib sandwich was the best! You will not be disappointed if you stop by @thejameschs. Highly recommend you make a reservation. Exceptional service and very nice atmosphere. #primerib #crabcakes #primeribsandwich #broccoli #mashedpotatoes #coleslaw #greenbeans #goodeats #charleston #charlestonsc #finedining #spinachartichokedip read more

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Showed up without a reservation last night and they worked us in. Had delicious Prime Rib ( both of us) and a wonderful Strawberry Salad. Usually a good environment at this restaurant. Enjoyed it! read more

This is such a wonderful addition to James Island! I came here for a date night and really liked the atmosphere of the restaurant, the friendly service and delicious food. For an appetizer we had the bread rolls - they were topped with sea salt and very yummy. For drinks we chose the espresso martini - this was made with nitro infused espresso which made the drink very smooth. For entrees we tried the crab cake sandwich and the smaller version of the prime rib dinner. The crab cake was one of the best I've had in Charleston and the shoe string fries were excellent. The prime rib dinner was very tender and had a flavorful purée. The smaller version was plenty for one person. We ended the meal with the brownie sundae which was so delicious. Through the meal we had excellent service and enjoyed the comfortable seating. I am definitely planning on coming back - this is a great spot for both date nights and family dinners. read more

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Very delicious, excellent service, and relaxing environment. Will definitely be back.

Loved the decor, service was amazing and had the prime rib which was cooked perfectly. When in town, will go back. read more

The James - Prime rib cooked perfectly. And French Onion Soup was delicious. - American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Let's summarize so you can skip to the next review. Two lunch entrees, a soft drink, and an 8-oz glass of wine and dessert - $87 before tax and tip. The food and service were excellent. You should try The James. This was my first visit but will not be my last. My food-appreciating youthful dining partner and I dined at The James on a dreary day in which my partner presented with all the symptoms of cabin fever. I proposed The James and out we went. It's an attractive interior and not very crowded on a rainy Sunday at 1 PM. During our stay a few people drifted out of the bar and the restaurant peaked at about 20 people. The acoustics are ... interesting. My dining partner and I could converse easily across our booth, but I had a feeling that it could get a lot louder when full. There might be some reviews about noise levels, but it is clearly great for a birthday party, as one was there. I just don't know how it works for a romantic evening. That's why you should read the Yelp comments. The service was flawless. My partner commented specifically about the server constantly replenishing the soft drink, My partner, who eats and catches a lot of fish, ordered fish and chips and had a plate-sized of perfectly batter-fried cod, and expressed astonishment at the flakiness and the sweetness of his fish. I concurred with his assessment. I had the crabcake lunch and it was spectacular. I've caught, steamed, and picked crabmeat and made crabcakes from scratch and this one was better than mine. Was that lemon juice and zest plus a slightly sweet element, perhaps a soupçon of Miracle Whip? My youthful dining partner stated the crabcake was "zesty." Served with cole slaw, grilled asparagus, and a glass of dry white wine, it was a lunch to remember. The wine list was quite good and the markups were not awful. Just a reminder - if you see a bottle that you can buy at Total Wine for $32, finding it on the menu for $70 is more than acceptable. read more

Across the board...Food, Service, and Ambiance - 5 Star all the way. Cocktails first - the Spicy Melon Margarita was perfection in a blend of heat and cool !!! Just delicious. We started with the Mushroom Soup topped with a flaky puff pastry - I will say our pastry was a bit anemic and needed a few more minutes but the soup was so hearty, warm, and tasty that we looked past it. We also enjoyed the Parker House Roles with a light dusting of salt, and served with honey butter....mmmmmm! Next, we had the Tuscan Salad - this I need to recreate at home, it was so delicious. Finely chopped Kale, currants, chopped Marcona almonds, a light dressing of lemon and olive oil topped with a perfectly grated layer of fresh parm. So very very delicious. For our mains, he had the brisket blend burger, and it was truly a melt-in-your-mouth stellar mix of beef. My choice was the Garlic Shrimp Pasta, a good staple with excellent flavor. No complaints about our mains course, only compliments. Servers were very good at their job, attentive, polite, and smiling. This was a perfect evening, setting an uplifting start to the holiday season! read more

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Made reservations for the wrong night and they were still able to accommodate the 4 of us on a Saturday night. Food and service was excellent as was their cocktails! Mussels were delicious, spicy Caesar was excellent and so was the Mushroom soup. Nice classy relaxed atmosphere. Would definitely recommend! read more

First Time here and it was great. Food came out super fast and the service was great. Very nice wasabi kick to the tuna tartare. My prime rib sandwhich was amazing, as was the max and cheese. Honestly one of the better macs in down. Nothing to complain about. Even the cocktails are all well priced at $10-12. read more

The James - Prime rib sandwhich with mac - American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Thanks Yelp. Place is awesome. Nice modern decor. Large in a Plaza setting with parking. Jessica provided great and friendly service. Food portions large. Crab cake sandwich was great. Shaved ribeye sandwich with horseradish sauce was large and had great flavor. One of the best I have had. I would highly recommend this restaurant. We went out of our way and glad we did. read more

The James - Shaved steak sandwich - American Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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