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    Vern's

    4.6 (181 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    J R.

    Five stars all around! Vern's was incredibly accommodating, and the service was outstanding from start to finish. Every dish was exceptional--we especially loved the charred sourdough, tuna tartare, campanelli pasta with rabbit, and the Wagyu porterhouse. Truly an incredible meal and experience. Highly recommend!

    Vinh D.

    It really does live up to the hype! I went many times before they received a star and recently went after. Their quality of service and food are still top tier. Don't miss the bread, or the tuna tartare.

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    Ryan C.

    Great service and ambiance. We got the raw tuna appetizer, charred sourdough, beet salad, squash, wagyu, and a black currant dessert special. -The tuna tasted good, but it felt like the dish was missing something to eat the tuna with. - Sourdough was great just messy to eat since the knife didn't work to cut and we had to resort to ripping it. - We liked the beet salad, but wasn't a huge fan of the squash. - My friend really enjoyed the wagyu. - The black currant dessert special was really unique/interesting.

    Rabbit pasta
    Sarah M.

    I was lucky enough to snag a reservation at Vern's for a Friday night. We opted to sit at the bar because it looked so cozy! There are only 6 bar seats - so it is a very intimate setting with the bartender providing excellent service. For dinner, we had the rabbit pasta, scallops, and the 33oz porterhouse steak. Our favorites were the rabbit pasta- it was delicate yet decadent - absolutely delicious & the 33 oz porterhouse steak. The steak came with fresh salsa verde which was unlike anything I had ever had - dreamy! And also came with freshly grated horseradish. The steak was tender, cooked to perfection, and served in an appetizing manner. Service was fabulous. The atmosphere of Vern's is sexy, sophisticated, moody, and cozy. Absolutely perfect for date night or a splurge dinner. We will be back!

    Emma D.

    All it took was stepping in to the restaurant to understand why it's special. The service is incredibly personable, attentive, and knowledgeable. Although I didn't have reservations, I was able to grab a table for 2 right at 5pm. We were celebrating an anniversary so they brought us small complimentary glasses of champagne. The interior is softly light, making it romantic and comfortable. I tried the charred sourdough which was light, buttery and not too large to make me full for the rest of the meal. I'd never had escargot but our server spoke so highly of it that we ordered it. It was unbelievable - creamy, indulgent and not the overly chewy texture I was expecting. We also tried the rabbit campanelli which tasted like an elevated cacio e Pepe. Then I splurged and ordered the 30oz wagyu porterhouse. It was worth every dollar and paired perfectly with the horseradish and salsa verde. Please do yourself a favor and go!!!!

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    Lauren P.

    Incredible food- great spins on classic meals! Was a little disappointed in the staff, and we were told to order way too much food for 2, but everything was so good, I didn't mind leftovers too much. Very cozy, intimate, and dark. They recently got a liquor license and i'd recommend just sticking with the wine. MUST GET: the scallops: my favorite dish of the night. somehow fried and still light. felt like an elevated version of the beach shacks i would go to as a child The bitter greens salad: Loved the breadcrumbs The rabbit ragu: had all the depth of a ragu but still light and bright.

    Staci W.

    Came here for a girls night and it did not disappoint. Everything was delicious!! Some of the best desserts I've had in a while.

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    Kristy K.

    Made a reservation for the newly Michelin starred Vern's for a trip to Charleston with my sister. We had the charred sourdough, bitter lettuces, testaroli, pappardelle and the strawberry dessert. Don't let "bitter" throw you off. It was my sisters favorite part of the meal. Each dish was really interesting and delicious. I was surprised by the strawberry dessert. It doesn't look like much but it is so good! Every layer is different and it all melds together beautifully. Very fair prices for the level of quality and service. The restaurant is very pleasantly decorated and the florals are stunning, even in the bathroom! Would not hesitate to return or recommend. Note: Do not try to park here. Just park in a garage, walk or Uber! There is no parking lot and the street parking is sparse and tight.

    Dessert - strawberry

    We came here on a Sunday night without a reservation, and they were kind enough to fit us in at the bar. We'd heard nothing but amazing things from locals, so we were determined to make it work--and it exceeded every expectation. Our bartender was amazing. She was so attentive, explained every dish in detail, and described everything so well that we completely trusted her recommendations. She did not disappoint. She was the blonde cutie!! We started with the scallops, sourdough, and the White Rabbit pasta--the one she said we'd "dream about." She was absolutely right. Then we had the chicken and the pole bean salad, and somehow it just kept getting better. Every single dish was packed with flavor. We kept looking at each other after every bite, completely blown away. We asked her to surprise us with the dessert she would order and the strawberry ice cream with shaved ice was something you couldn't get anywhere else. Everything completely melted in your mouth. It was one of the best dining experiences we've ever had and I say that as foodies. You can truly taste the quality of the fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Absolutely incredible. We'll be talking about this meal for a long time.

    Emma P.

    The service here is exceptional. From the hostess to the bartender and server I felt very well taken care of. They have a great wine selection and the food was superb. I enjoyed the fennel, carrots, trout, and rabbit pasta. All incredibly flavorful and perfect for sharing. I love the dark moody vibes of the inside, it's a great date night spot. Limited bar seating available, I recommend a reservation.

    Sourdough
    Kim G.

    I had a very good experience at this restaurant. I'd actually give it 4.5 stars if that was an option. I believe it received a Michelin star not long ago, and I totally get it! The charred sourdough was fantastic and bursting with flavor. The portion size was also generous for a high end restaurant. My pasta dish was near perfection. It had a ton of complex flavors and textures that were all working together and totally different from any dish I've tried prior. The only downside was that the dish was extremely salty. I'm not sure if that's how it's supposed to be or not, but it definitely deterred me from giving a 5 star rating. The atmosphere was quaint and moody. The hostess and bar tender were both extremely friendly. I definitely would come back!

    Amelia Y.

    Hands down the best meal I've had in Charleston. If ever in need of a restaurant for a special occasion, this is the place to go! We went with the recommendation to get the escargot with the sourdough and we were so glad we did!! We also got the scallops which just melted in your mouth. Then we got the pork and some of the sweet potato's which were spectacular! I've never had sweet potato's like this. The pork was tender and flavorful. Dessert was a special for the night. We agreed it wasn't our favorite but very unique flavors! For a fun drink I recommend the one that is similar to an espresso martini (can't remember the name) but it had salted almond cold foam and it was delicious. Service was amazing, did a great job of explaining the dishes. Ambiance was moody and cool. I hope to come back here again ASAP!

    Vision Quest (Spicy Marg w/ Mezcal)
    Olivia L.

    LOVE Vern's so much, I had to come back and leave another review after visiting again. It's impossible to have a bad meal here. This time we had the charred sourdough with escargot, raw yellowfin tuna, bitter lettuces (YUM), pappardelle, roast spring chicken and wagyu flat iron, but the cocktails need their moment to shine. I started with the "Vision Quest" which is a play on the spicy mezcal margarita with Calabrian chili...truly out of this world. When I thought it couldn't get better, I ordered the "Cafe Obscura" next aka an espresso martini, which genuinely took the cake, made with aged rum and topped with salted almond foam...to die for! I say this every time, but I WILL be back!

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    Excellent pasta dishes and service. Small but cozy ambiance. Went for a business dinner but it would be a great place for a romantic dinner.

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    One of my best dining experiences... Great food, great vibes, totally deserve the Michelin star. It's a must in Charleston.

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    There is street parking available but can be difficult to find. The closest public parking lots are at 10 Cannon St. and 218 Ashley Ave. or the Midtown Garage. at 558 King St.

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