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Charleston's best seafood and fine cocktails. - The Establishment, Charleston, SC

The Establishment

4.8
4.8
2653 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
Everything at The Establishment begins with well-sourced ingredients from sea and field. Through developing relationships with local farmers and fishermen, our ingredients will be consistently seasonal, fresh, and pure. Chef Elliott Howells' menu will always reflect a clean, focused, and balanced approach, delivering a selection of thoughtful and refined cuisine.

Located in Charleston’s historic French Quarter a few blocks away from Rainbow Row, Charleston City Market, and Waterfront Park, The Establishment features an award-winning wine cellar, over 150 bourbon and whiskey offerings, and a lively bar scene complete with daily happy hour. We feature Live Music every Friday and Saturday starting at 8:00 PM, featuring multiple local artists performing an array of musical genres. Our private dining rooms are perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, or business meetings. We look forward to hosting you for a casual night out or an elevated dining experience.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (843) 789-4028
  • Website
    http://establishmentchs.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Elliott Howells
  • Private party facilities
    The Establishment offers incredible, local seafood paired with an award-winning wine list. If you’re looking for elevated cuisine paired with fine wine, or for a room that is perfectly situated in Charleston’s French Quarter, look no further than The Establishment.
  • Private party contact
    Shane Diviney: (865) 292-1218
  • Location
    28 Broad St, Suite 100, Charleston, SC 29401-3004
  • Area
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross Street
    On Broad Street between Church and State
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Ring in the New Year at The Establishment!

    US$200.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at The Establishment - Indulge in an unforgettable three-course dining experience curated by Executive Chef Elliott Howells. Guests will select from an exceptional menu of first and second course options and conclude on a sweet note featuring a decadent dessert assortment/pâtisserie. Each course will be paired with a curated wine or liquor option. We are also offering luxury menu enhancements and additions for each course! This exclusive dining experience is priced at $200 per person, including three courses, wine or liquor pairings, taxes, and gratuity. This cost does not include enhancements or additions. No refunds after 12/25/2024. Join us as we welcome 2025 with elegance!
    Ring in the New Year at The Establishment! photo

Menu

Taste

  • Oysters RockefellerUS$21.00

    • GnudiUS$28.00

      • MusselsUS$21.00

        • Ghost Grow GreensUS$17.00

          • Harbison Reserve CheeseUS$45.00

            • Chicken Liver MousseUS$15.00

              • Wagyu TartareUS$21.00

                • Spaghetti SquashUS$17.00

                  • Roasted Bone MarrowUS$22.00

                    • Dressed OystersUS$4.00

                      • Bay Scallop CrudoUS$25.00

                        • Candy Roaster SquashUS$16.00

                          Savor

                          • GrouperUS$42.00

                            • Golden TilefishUS$43.00

                              • Moqueca de PeixeUS$42.00

                                • Prime RibeyeUS$77.00

                                  • Duck ConfitUS$38.00

                                    • Vadouvan CauliflowerUS$36.00

                                      • Whole Fish- B-LinerUS$65.00

                                        • Ribeye (Party)US$0.00

                                          • TagliatelleUS$39.00

                                            • Pork ChopUS$36.00

                                              • HalibutUS$45.00

                                                • Crispy EggplantUS$32.00

                                                  • Whole Fish- YellowtailUS$65.00

                                                    • Flounder GrenobloiseUS$43.00

                                                      • Flounder Grenobloise (Party)US$43.00

                                                        Sides

                                                        • SD Creamed KaleUS$15.00

                                                          • SD Patatas BravasUS$10.00

                                                            • SD Charred BroccoliUS$10.00

                                                              • SD Bread ServiceUS$8.00

                                                                • SD Roasted CarrotsUS$10.00

                                                                  Last updated: 21 December 2024

                                                                  What 2,653 people are saying

                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                  4.8
                                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                  • 4.9Service
                                                                  • 4.8Ambience
                                                                  • 4.5Value

                                                                  Noise • Moderate

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                                                                    Best Ambience

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                                                                  • Charleston

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                                                                    Great for fine wines

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                                                                    Good for special occasions

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                                                                    Seafood

                                                                  Review summary

                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                  The Establishment offers a "fabulous" dining experience in Historic Broad Street, with "excellent" food, attentive service, and a delightful ambiance featuring live piano music. Guests rave about standout dishes like the Gnudi and whole fish. Although some find portion sizes small, the overall experience is "amazing" and highly recommended.

                                                                  2,653 Reviews

                                                                  1. Weldon

                                                                    Charleston

                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Head chef can be a bit picky when a customer may ask for a favor - favor like splitting a meal - last visit a request to have kitchen split meal but head chef refused to split meal in kitchen - meal had to be split at table (?) - just seems at this type of establishment they would accommodate the customer (?).

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                                                                  2. Josh

                                                                    Raleigh

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Had a wonderful anniversary date at the Establishment. Staff went above and beyond to make it special, in addition to fantastic food and great atmosphere. A much nicer, moody, fancy vibe inside than you’d guess from the website.

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                                                                  3. Harry

                                                                    Cincinnati

                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    When you make a reservation at establishment like this, you expect the food to be good. It was. It was excellent. Now here are the small things. The ambience is outstanding. The server was extremely knowledgeable. Everything that we had came together like a symphony. The manager came to the table and offered us a glass of cava for our anniversary The price point equates to the quality of the food. From The service to the ambience this restaurant gets it and as a former restaurant owner, I appreciate the fact that they not only put out great food. They paid attention to all of the small details. 

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                                                                  4. Pierre

                                                                    Chicago

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Greetings from Chicago!   Nehemiah made our dining experience at the Establishment unforgettable. His warmth, professionalism and impressive knowledge of the menu and wine list stood out. The Sauvignon Blanc he recommended paired perfectly with our meal. If Nehemiah is your server, you’re in for a treat! Thank you for making my birthday extra special!

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                                                                  5. Richard

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Charleston

                                                                    59 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    59 reviews

                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Just a delightful evening. Excellent server - Adam. Two delicious entrees featuring local fish. Brownie to die for along with inventively flavored ice cream.

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                                                                  6. Angela

                                                                    Denver

                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Absolutely loved this place! The staff was SO friendly. We arrived early for our reservation but were given seats at the bat to await our table. The perfect place for a special occasion dinner!!

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                                                                  7. Carey

                                                                    Charleston

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Absolutely incredible experience. The Gnudi will be in my dreams for sure. Can you convince Chef to do a Gnudi class for me please? Unreal! Wine and cocktails were fabulous. We have been going everywhere else not knowing you were there all along. We will be back times 1000.  *pineapple fountain within perfect distance for after dinner walk.

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                                                                  8. Tim

                                                                    Chicago

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Great service and exceptional food! We will be back.

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                                                                  9. MargaretH

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Chicago

                                                                    23 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    23 reviews

                                                                    Dined on 12 December 2024

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    It was a stellar birthday celebration. Service was terrific. We loved the food and the surprise champagne and homemade ice cream made the evening. It’s a beautiful restaurant.

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                                                                  10. Steve

                                                                    Charleston

                                                                    15 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    15 reviews

                                                                    Dined on 12 December 2024

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    We celebrated our anniversary and were treated very well. We had a great table and the service was impeccable. The food was excellent. One of our favorite restaurants.

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                                                                  FAQs

                                                                  The Establishment is rated 4.8 stars by 2653 OpenTable diners.

                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                  2 people
                                                                  19:00
                                                                  Booked 24 times today
                                                                  Experiences are available.
                                                                  Google Map for The Establishment

                                                                  28 Broad St, Suite 100, Charleston, SC 29401-3004

                                                                  Dining areas

                                                                  Additional information

                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                    On Broad Street between Church and State
                                                                  • Area
                                                                    Downtown Charleston
                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                    Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
                                                                  • Price
                                                                    $50 and over
                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                    Seafood, American, Contemporary American
                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                    Elegant Dining
                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                    Business Casual
                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                    Street Parking
                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                    Elliott Howells
                                                                  • Additional
                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                  • Website
                                                                    http://establishmentchs.com/
                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                    (843) 789-4028
                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                    The Establishment offers incredible, local seafood paired with an award-winning wine list. If you’re looking for elevated cuisine paired with fine wine, or for a room that is perfectly situated in Charleston’s French Quarter, look no further than The Establishment.
                                                                  • Private party contact
                                                                    Shane Diviney: (865) 292-1218

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