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Bearcat, Charleston, SC
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Bearcat

$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Discover a culinary journey like no other in Avondale, where modern American flavors meet casual sophistication. Chef/Owner George Kovach has over 15 years of experience working in the service industry, including eight years working in Michelin-starred restaurants, he and his team are excited to provide a neighborhood gathering place in the heart of West Ashley. At Bearcat, every bite is an adventure. Your dining experience begins here, where exceptional food meets unforgettable memories.
**Please note that our menu does change frequently as we source food locally and seasonally.

- Please call if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time.
- Last seating for reservations are 9:30pm for Main Dining.
- Our Menu is available until 10pm.
- Bar seating is available Tuesday-Thursday 10pm and Friday-Saturday 11pm.

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Executive chef: George Kovach

From the OpenTable editors: Chef George Kovach is an alum of MICHELIN-Starred restaurants like Ever, and that fine-dining pedigree shines at this approachable New American spot in Avondale. Grab a seat at the intimate chef’s counter, where Kovach whips up innovative dishes that could include strawberry-topped duck liver toast and crab dumplings with smoked trout roe. Bonus points for a charming, greenery-strew patio.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 225-0477
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact at info@bearcatrestaurant.com for private event inquiries

Experiences

  • 10 Course NYE Tasting Menu with Champagne Toast

    US$195.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for New Year's Eve at Bearcat for a special 10-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. *Snacks: Roasted Oyster & Pearls, Duck Liver Toast with Pickles and Shaved Foie Gras, Crab Tartlett with Corn & Butternut Squash* *Chawanmushi, Preserved Mussels, Seaweeds, Mushroom Dashi* *Mackeral Crudo, Palo Santo, Meyer Lemon, Sea Beans, Smoke* *Steak Tartar, Preserved Spruce, Blackberry, Crispy Nori, Ice Plant* *Low Country "Tortellini En Brodo," Collard Greens, Aged Country Ham, Sea Island Peas* *Charcoal Grilled Scallop, Fennel, Celery Root, Grapefruit, Nasturtium* *Beef Tenderloin, Root Vegetable Pave, BBQ Carrots, Bordelaise* *Cheesecake* *Sweets*
    10 Course NYE Tasting Menu with Champagne Toast photo
  • Tasting Menu

    US$95.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    7 course tasting menu curated by the chef highlighting seasonal Lowcountry fare. Please note if you would like to order the tasting menu at your table, all guests at the table will need to order it. Due to advanced preparation and seasonality, we are not able to accommodate any changes to the tasting menu, dietary restrictions or allergies. Also note this does not include your tax and gratuity.

What 240 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Charleston

    Innovative

  • Charleston

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bearcat offers a top-tier culinary experience in Charleston, praised for its "pure culinary excellence" and "amazing food." The tasting menu is a standout, with dishes that are "creatively conceived" and "beautifully executed." The staff is noted for being "super friendly" and "knowledgeable," creating a welcoming atmosphere. Despite occasional noise and portion size concerns, the inventive dishes and attentive service consistently leave guests eager to return.

240 Reviews
  1. Grace

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very amazing and relaxing experience!! The dishes were absolutely beautiful. I really enjoyed our server describing them after placing the dishes on the table. It really rounded the experience and made it so interesting.

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  2. Christine

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went here to celebrate my husbands birthday. We opted for the 7 course tasting menu and wine pairing and sat at the kitchen bar. To say that this was the best meal of my life is an understatement. We were blown away with the presentation and the unique tastes of every dish. You don’t get this type of quality in Charleston for this price. This is not your every Southern restaurant on every corner downtown serving the same dishes. No need to fight parking and the mess that downtown is. Tucked away in Avondale in West Ashley, this hidden gem will be my special go to for the future. I can’t wait to go back and order off the regular menu. It was amazing to watch the kitchen work and even see a new employee that had been there for 2 days kick a** at it. We’ve been to other tasting menu restaurants downtown and other kitchen seating meals; while they were wonderful, this dinner blew them away. Top Star meal here. Go NOW! They even gave us a sealed and printed menu of what we ate just in case we couldn’t remember all the descriptions. The little touches go a long way.

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  3. Robbie

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were impeccable!! Nice to have another upscale restaurant west of the Ashley!

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  4. Constance

    New Orleans

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish the experience was 5*. The menu was very different and everything was excellent.we are looking forward to going again.

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  5. Johnny

    Atlanta Metro

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Such a great experience with the tasting menu! The entire meal was delicious and service was perfect. The food was fun, experimental, and yet familiar all at the same time. Thanks so much for a great meal!

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  6. Pat

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mary and I really enjoyed our visit. The atmosphere, the food, and service was just right. Zen and Dre, while busy with all their responsibilities, balanced serving our table with an attentive manner.

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  7. Chris

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend. Nice ambiance, Great food! Great service!

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  8. Karen

    New York City

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was delicious, but portions were too small. So price/value not great. We thought the “precious” minimal nouvelle cuisine trend was over a decade ago.

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  9. Kim

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    didn’t know places like this existed in Charleston. Walked in on Halloween and had one of the best meals of my life at the chef’s counter. Chef George and his team created an unforgettable experience for us, delivering warmth, humor and exceptional service from the moment we sat down. We filled ourselves with roasted oysters (AMAZING), foie gras toast (“one of the best things I’ve ever had in my mouth” said my husband- I felt the same way), scallops, smoked salmon, venison stroganoff (bonkers how delicious that was), monk fish, and capped the meal with three exquisite desserts. We closed the place down and they gave us all tequila shots (I don’t normally drink tequila but wow that was smooth) to toast their one year anniversary. I hope they stick around for many more years to come. Bravo 🙌🏼

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  10. Maegan

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dinner and cocktails were outstanding! The desserts (we tried all 3!) were to die for. Also, our waiter was hot! Fun was had by all!

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Bearcat is rated 4.6 stars by 240 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bearcat

25 Magnolia Rd, Charleston, SC 29407-7013

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located in the Avondale off of Magnolia Rd.
  • Area
    West Ashley
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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