Great prohibition-era ambiance. Delicious cocktails and great music. Friendly bartender. Cool…read moresections with some privacy.

Fun, dark speakeasy right downtown and easily accessible with several paid parking lots close by…read more The space is pretty small, so probably on weekends reservations are necessary and don't know if it would be great for a party larger than 6ish. There's a comprehensive cocktail menu and the French 75ish and the tiramisu martini were both delicious ($18 each). The prices are super comparable with other bars downtown. They have a full bar if you'd like a standard cocktail or any other creation I'm sure they could make it. Our server was great and very attentive. The kitchen stopped serving food at 10pm which I wish we had been told when we came in because I tried to order fries at 10:04 and was told I couldn't. Which I understand I just wish I had known. The place is pretty small and dark and very quiet so the perfect place for a calm nightcap.

April 23rd 2026 We had a wonderful dinner and fun time!!…read moreWe are spending the month of April on Folly Beach, and at Church and Union and Tempest we've had the most delicious food! Church and Union's history as a mariner's refuge and chapel is very interesting. The service is stellar, and the ambiance is very unique and comfortable. Many family and friends groups were dining and having a great time!

absolutely loved this restaurant. The atmosphere alone makes it worth visiting -- it's an old…read morechurch transformed into a modern space with such a unique vibe, especially with The Art of War inscribed across the ceiling. We started with the Moroccan meatballs, which were so good I forgot to even take a picture before digging in. I ordered the lamb burger with fries, and everything was cooked perfectly -- the burger was flavorful and juicy, and the fries were amazing too. My friend got the fried chicken and said it was the best he's ever had. I tried some myself, and the seasoning was incredible. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for great food and a really cool atmosphere!

So fun!!! The bartender was incredibly informative and friendly. The wine was delicious and the…read morechocolates were so fun. If I'm in the area I will definitely go back. :)

Great little wine bar! Very good wine selection. We also had a very nice cheeseboard. Loved the…read moreambiance. It will def be a do over

Fun place to grab a dessert. Nice bar area, tables and pastry counter. Went with the iced decaf…read moreamericano, wifey got the hot version. Plenty of choice in the pastry display. Decided on key lime pie, just the right size for two to split. Sat at the high top and did some people watching as we enjoyed dessert. Fun time. Highly recommended without any reservations. Would definitely return in an instant.

Carmella's was such a cute spot and definitely worth stopping by if you have a sweet tooth. ordered…read morethe cannoli cake and it was phenomenal. However, I also got an iced vanilla latte and it was not great, which was a bit disappointing. I would definitely recommend trying their desserts, but I would probably skip the coffee

Love the name! Brandon was a great bartender! Food (brisket) was fantastic! Good beer Something…read morecold! I hope to come back!

Stopped on a food tour with Robin. Coca-cola Short ribs were so delicious and the mango wine was…read morerefreshing. EJ was our waiter who was phenomenal. Great place and people!

Loved the concept of the self serve wine bar! Plenty of selections and the option of 1, 3, and 6…read moreounce pours for each. The charcuterie was huge, we split this between just two of us and were too full to order the tortellini we had our eyes on!

I always love coming to this place! The meatballs and bread are always fantastic. The vibes are…read moregreat especially when live music is here.

5 Stars for a great martini and super friendly service…read more Shout-out to our bartender, Emiliano, who greeted us as soon as we sat at the bar and got us started. Upon looking at the menu, I was excited about the great wine spread! And even more fun, they have a challenge called "The Blind," where you get a glass of wine and if you guess it, it's free! I love when businesses have fun with the menu! I was in a Martini mood though (what's new?!) and Emiliano hooked me up with a perfect tini. Beyond that, he was so friendly and chatted with us. The world is small and everyone is connected in some way, so it was fun to connect with someone new. Overall, a great, chill cocktail bar that delivers on the drinks and vibes!

We came by on a Friday night and there was no line. As we started giving our ID's, the manager…read morestepped out and told the bartender they weren't taking more tables so we proceeded to wait another 20 minutes, while watching like 35 people leave. We were told there was just one bartender working but when we finally got in, there was very visibly 2+. We were able to get a table in the back near the live music, which was great. They do espresso martini towers which was fun and we ordered just a few individual. Definitely tasty but more on the sour side. Good old fashion but not great French 75. Our server was sweet but sometimes took a while or something was very quick. Drinks were pretty pricey for what they were. Perhaps better spot to come when it's not as busy and have some apps.

I went here to one of their wine tasting nights. I always drive by but have never had the…read moreopportunity to pop in. They have a great selection of wines at prices for all budgets that are great quality. The atmosphere is dark and casual (but you can absolutely dress up too!). The win tasting is $10 per person and I was able to sample five different wines. All are available for purchase and you'll get the $10 tasting fee removed if you purchase a bottle. They do offer light bites but this is not a dinner spot. Overall a great experience and I'd love to go back!

My new favorite wine store in Charleston! We went on a slow day which was good for us because we…read morehad Joe's undivided attention! He promptly greeted us upon or arrival and started a conversation. We decided to try a sweet flight and a charcuterie board. Both were very good. But our conversation with Joe was great! He actually grew up in Napa is studying to become a Sommelier! I wish him the best of luck which he doesn't need because he knows his wines! The store is beautiful and has a wall of all wine! They even do private tastings if you book in advance. The next time we're in Charleston we will definitely visit again! I strongly suggest you do too! When you go, tell Joe "hi!"

I needed to pause and recognize the exceptional leadership and professionalism demonstrated by…read moreAlpha! His ability to create a welcoming atmosphere while maintaining the highest standards of service is truly remarkable. Every detail, from guest satisfaction to team morale, reflects his dedication, vision, and commitment to excellence. He leads with integrity, grace, and confidence, inspiring staff to consistently deliver outstanding dining experiences. We drive from Jacksonville Florida regularly because Alpha's attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and genuine care for both guests and employees set a standard that is rarely matched. High Cotton is a delicious, juicy experience! I firmly believe that High Cotton's restaurant's success is a direct reflection of Alpha's brilliant leadership and unwavering pursuit of excellence.

I came to High Cotton for brunch with friends: what a beautiful place!! At first we were irritated…read morebecause our 11:15AM reservation had a delay in being seated (and we were on a time crunch), but honestly, everything afterwards was so good, I almost forgot about it! We were up front with staff about needing to be done by 12:45pm, and they 100% delivered! We were seated at a gorgeous table right by the windows. We loved the decor and overall ambiance, with classic Charleston paintings on the walls. The fans in the main room are also very pretty! For cocktails, we got peach nectar mimosas: SO GOOD!!! Our friends got Bloody Mary's, which they also enjoyed. For appetizers, my sister got a cup of the creamy crab soup (SO GOOD!) and we shared the crispy calamari (also good!) for my main, I ordered the Eggs Benedict with cheesy grits, my sister ordered the Crab Eggs Benedict with potato hash, and our friends ordered the High Cotton Cinnamon Roll, egg whites omelet, and the chicken and waffles. Honestly, everything was EXCELLENT. Good flavor, attentive service, and fabulous locale!! The servers are also so professional and neatly dressed! You truly feel like you are in a high-end restaurant in every sense. We would 100% return here on another trip to Charleston! Our friends treated us to this brunch, so I don't know the bill total! But believe me when I say that it's worth it!!

I've dined at two of Bobs events. One was hosted at a friend's house for an 8 people and the later…read morewas for 12 people at Bobs gorgeous executive kitchen. Both events were absolutely amazing. I've been to plenty of similar events, as well as a lot of high-end chefs tasting menus in the area, and this is definitely on of Charlestons best.

Our second time here. After the first time, we recommended coming here to s number of people and…read morethe ones who then came were so very glad to have had the experience here. What do you have is Chef Bob Waggoner who has been a recognized chef for 30+ years. An affable, friendly, humorous teacher of skills and cooking, who will answer your questions quickly and effectively. The food "we" prepared, obviously with a lot of help from Chef Bob, was delicious beyond belief. Bob of course chooses the menu and buys all of the ingredients for each one of the appetizers, of the main course, and the dessert. As you smell what you are cooking, it comes alive to your nose and to your other senses. After that you sit down and eat your appetizer and then go back to fix your main course and then of course the dessert later. I wish that my photos would give some idea of the tastiness of our meal. It is so difficult to explain the taste of a meal that you have created, although Chef Bob was quickly back and forth to each of the 6 stoves being used by 12 strangers, who by the end of the evening (2 1/2 hours!) were not strangers any longer.