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Best Date Night Restaurants in Downtown Charleston

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A photo of Gabrielle Charleston in Hotel Bennett restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1128)
Price: Expensive
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Downtown Charleston
Booked 1 time today
Gabrielle captures the spirit of Charleston with quintessential hospitality, warm design, a vibrant bar, charming views and a menu that puts fresh, locally sourced ingredients on center stage. Each bold and flavorful dish showcases the South’s fresh bounty, allowing ingredients to speak simply and powerfully for themselves. Featuring a lively indoor bar and dining room, as well as the city’s finest outdoor dining terrace, the menu is complemented by views overlooking historic Marion Square.
A photo of Vincent Chicco's restaurant
4.3
Awesome(1747)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown Charleston
Booked 10 times today
Boasting chic comfortable surroundings and offering dinner nightly, Vincent Chicco’s delivers good old-fashioned Italian-American cuisine, presenting authentic ingredients, handmade pastas, rich homemade sauces, delectable desserts and a full-service bar.*menu subject to change, please visit www.holycityhospitality.com for current menu
A photo of O-Ku restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2748)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Downtown Charleston
Booked 47 times today
O-Ku, a Japanese restaurant in Charleston, South Carolina, is a triumph of execution and concept. The restaurant's menu is a modern take on traditional Japanese cuisine, and it features fresh, seasonal ingredients that are prepared with care. The dishes are beautifully presented, and the flavors are both complex and delicate. Focused on incorporating authentically Japanese flavors into the fare, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature contemporary Japanese entrées and traditional sushi of the season reflecting the uniquely designed space. Guests can enjoy chef specialties including kurobuta pulled pork don-buri, braised short rib with shiso pesto, coconut curry, and hakozushi a box-style sushi. A wide variety of nigiri, sashimi and crudos are also available. The beverage program at O-Ku is a sophisticated blend of specialty cocktails, premium sake, bubbles, red and white wines and unique beer selections.
A photo of The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1812)
Price: Moderate
• Regional American (Southern) • Downtown Charleston
Booked 13 times today
The Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar, named for Revolutionary War hero, General Francis Marion, features classic Southern cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Executive Chef Heyward Davis and Chef De Cuisine Daniel James create regional specialties that emphasize farm to table practices using locally grown fruits and vegetables with respect to the traditional beloved flavors and techniques of the Lowcountry.Known for its award-winning Shrimp and Grits, The Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar overlooks historic Marion Square Park and is popular with both locals and visitors to Charleston. Guests can enjoy live piano Friday and Saturday nights from 6pm - 9pm.The restaurant also has a private dining room, the Parkview, that seats thirty and overlooks King Street and Marion Square Park. This intimate space is perfect for private events and small parties.Masks are recommended for fully vaccinated customers. Consistent with CDC guidelines, unvaccinated customers should wear masks.
A photo of Coast Bar & Grill – Charleston restaurant
4.4
Awesome(4981)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown Charleston
Booked 45 times today
Charleston’s freshest seafood, with laidback Lowcountry style. Coast’s chefs meet daily with local farmers and fishermen to procure the freshest seafood and produce available. Featuring wood-grilled fish, a raw bar, and a refreshing drink list. Open nightly from 5:00. Outdoor seating available.*menus subject to change, please visit www.holycityhospitality.com for current menu
A photo of Stars Restaurant - Rooftop & Grill Room restaurant
3.9
Excellent(2403)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown Charleston
Booked 6 times today
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room is located on Upper King Street, Charleston’s iconic downtown dining and entertainment district. Housed in a restored historic Arts and Crafts building, Stars upscale bar and grill serves signature Carolina Cuisine in a stunning 1930’s style Grill Room with a gorgeous Walnut Bar. Make a reservation with us today to experience the best fine dining in Charleston, SC!Join us before of after dinner at our rooftop bar with a 360-degree view of downtown Charleston.
A photo of Victor's Seafood and Steak restaurant
4.2
Awesome(538)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown Charleston
Booked 14 times today
Victor’s Seafood & Steak featurees an elegant dining room with a menu serving shareable appetizers such as seafood towers, and oysters and classic steakhouse entrees, and local seafood specialties. The centerpiece bar offers signature cocktails, as well as a selection of barrel-aged cocktails, beer, and wine.*menus subject to change, pleas visit www.holycityhospitality.com for current menu
A photo of Coterie- Charleston restaurant
4.3
Awesome(402)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Downtown Charleston
Booked 1 time today
Discover Coterie Restaurant at 17 Warren Street in Downtown Charleston, where Modern Coastal French cuisine meets creative craft cocktails. Indulge in a menu highlighting fresh, local ingredients served in a cozy dining room or our lush outdoor courtyard. Perfect for intimate dinners or lively gatherings, Coterie offers a unique blend of vibrant flavors and warm hospitality, creating an unforgettable culinary experience in Charleston
A photo of Oak Steakhouse - Charleston restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5557)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Downtown Charleston
Booked 43 times today
Located on Charleston's historic Broad Street, Oak Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse. A classic array of both wet and dry aged Certified Angus® Beef are featured on the menu. Ingredients are sourced locally and regionally from sustainable farmers and fisherman to accent the steakhouse menu. Items including local oysters on the half-shell, Clammer Dave's caper clams and a daily fresh fish selection depending on the season. Other popular dishes include the whole fried lobster, goat.sheep.cow artisanal cheese plate, wedge of Kurios Farms bibb lettuce salad, the house-made pasta and vegetarian plate. The expansive and impressive wine program at Oak Steakhouse emphasizes big California Cabernets and Old World reds from Italy and Bordeaux with more than 200 wines by the bottle and 20 wines by the glass. The bar attracts a loyal, local following from nearby businesses and neighborhoods with its great cocktails and happy hour. Inside a historic bank building that dates back to 1848, Oak's stately setting features three floors with five distinct dining areas. Arched windows, 20-foot ceilings, original metal work, fireplaces and 150-year-old heart pine floors, offers the perfect setting for enjoying a special evening.
A photo of Amen Street Fish + Raw Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5075)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown Charleston
Booked 48 times today
Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar opened in 2009, reviving the former Amen name of Cumberland Street and restoring this historic corner. The new renovation stays true to the beauty of the original 1800's architecture while creating a comfortable atmosphere for contemporary life.Located at 205 East Bay Street in the heart of the historic district this Charleston seafood restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor dining all within walking distance of the local Market and the Charleston Harbor.The menu includes a variety of seafood dishes such as oysters, clams and shrimp in addition to an ever growing raw bar menu. Amen Street supports Charleston's local fishing industry with market fresh fish.We are open for lunch and dinner. Walk-ins are welcome and reservations are accepted as well.

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  • Keaton
    South Carolina •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Love Victors, it's been a monthly thing for myself and my family. The food is amazing, and our drinks are always on time. If you want a personally experienced, and treated like family, go to Victors!!
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    Victor's Seafood and SteakPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown Charleston
    4.2
  • ConnieVIP
    South Carolina •51 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Dec 2024
    We were so glad we made a reservation for Christmas lunch buffet at the Francis Marion in the ballroom. The variety of food, the presentation, the service level were all top notch. We enjoyed the festive decor as well. We hope to return for Christmas lunch buffet this year. Great experience overall.
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    The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion HotelPrice: Moderate• Regional American (Southern)• Downtown Charleston
    4.4
  • Shana
    Orlando / Central Florida East •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Dec 2024
    Loved our Christmas Eve dinner this year. The food and drinks are always great and our server, Alexis was amazing! Order a drink from Alexa at the bar and you won’t regret it. And Steph always does a fanatic job making sure everyone is taken care of. If you’ve never been, I highly recommend!!
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    O-KuPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Downtown Charleston
    4.8
  • Deborah
    Orlando / Central Florida East •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 24 Dec 2024
    We had a wonderful dinner at Vincent Chicco’s tonight! We had the smoked mozzarella and the mushrooms as appetizers, which were amazing. Our entrées were delicious as well. The service couldn’t have been better, the ambience was great, and the noise level was perfect, so we could carry on a conversation at our table. Highly recommend it! 
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    Vincent Chicco'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Charleston
    4.3
  • Mollie
    South Carolina •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 23 Dec 2024
    Had 4 fabulous meals , one daughter has celiac and waiter was able to help us navigate safe choices with the menu and propose alternatives and personally went to talk to the chef . I got the crab stuffed flounder and it could have fed 2 people. Love the alley and all of the holy City restaurants but coast is our fav! Highly recommend, def worth it !!!
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    Coast Bar & Grill – CharlestonPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown Charleston
    4.4

Discover best date night restaurants in Downtown Charleston

Downtown Charleston, South Carolina, offers a charming backdrop for a perfect date night with its vibrant dining scene that caters to diverse tastes and preferences. Restaurants in this area are renowned for their unique atmospheres, ranging from intimate and cozy settings to lively and energetic environments, making them ideal for any romantic occasion. Patrons can expect a blend of exceptional culinary experiences, from traditional Southern fare to international cuisine, ensuring a memorable meal with your significant other. The service across these establishments is frequently highlighted for being attentive and personal, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the dining experience. Additionally, many restaurants in Downtown Charleston enhance their allure with beautiful interiors and thoughtful touches that set the stage for a night of romance and relaxation. Whether it's savoring a fine French dinner or enjoying innovative vegan dishes, Downtown Charleston's restaurant scene truly offers something special for every couple.

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