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Lenoir - CHS, Charleston, SC

Lenoir - CHS

4.2
4.2
103 Reviews
$30 and under
Farm-to-table

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
From chef, cookbook author and PBS star, Vivian Howard, LENOIR reminds people that the South is a nuanced place with a storied history and disparate terrain that shapes us as well as our food traditions. Here we cook to perpetuate, honor and evolve the cuisine of the rural, agricultural South, and we back it up with hospitality that buys into the idea that food with a story tastes better. Named for Vivian’s home county in eastern North Carolina, LENOIR exalts the pillars of Southern hospitality and leaves people feeling like they are guests in our home rather than patrons in our restaurant.

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What 103 people are saying

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • South Carolina

    Innovative

  • Charleston

    Innovative

Review summary

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Lenoir - CHS offers a vibrant dining experience with "great food," "excellent drinks," and standout dishes like the "blueberry BBQ wings" and "tomato pie." Enthusiastic service and a "cool" atmosphere enhance the visit. While some find portions large, others note occasional service delays or overly salty dishes. Overall, Lenoir is a "must when you are in Charleston."

103 Reviews
  1. jodi VIP

    Coastal Georgia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dinner. Met new friends sitting next to us. Big bar. Recommend the s’mores!

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    Houston5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Bland over priced food. And the chef is supposed to have won an award?
    Lenoir - CHSResponded on 4 March 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We strive to provide a great dining experience, and I sincerely apologize that we fell short during your visit. We're committed to providing the best for our guests and your feedback helps us improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our food in the future. Best regards, Lenoir

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  3. Kristen

    Washington DC2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was great, and not too loud which we appreciated!
    Lenoir - CHSResponded on 4 March 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Kristen! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We always strive to create a great dining experience for our guests, and we're glad we could meet your expectations. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Best regards, Lenoir Team

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  4. Tom VIP

    Chicago18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the steak and cobbler - both were excellent!
    Lenoir - CHSResponded on 4 March 2025
    Thank you for the feedback about your recent experience, we're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and our team provided excellent service. We always strive to provide our guests with the best food and service possible, and appreciate your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again soon! Best, The Lenoir Team

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  5. Shelby

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience at Lenoir was absolutely wonderful. The food and presentation were on point and our server was knowledgeable about the menu. We are in the service industry ourselves and she noticed us looking around the restaurant as well as checking out everything from the dinnerware and silverware to the plating and presentation. She brought us a pamphlet of the dinnerware. Attention to detail is great. We will absolutely be returning.

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  6. Susan

    Charlotte53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I savored the blueberry wings - could have been appetizer, dinner and dessert! The trout was fabulous and the smashburger were terrific - flavors were outstanding. Brought the carrot cake home - what a treat!! The coffee flavor in the icing was subtle and perfect with the toasted almonds. Our first visit was a home run! And our server, Brenna, was thoughtful and so helpful with dietary changes.

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  7. Stephanie

    Charleston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, service, and ambience. Can’t wait to return.

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  8. Karen

    Charleston11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Pleasantly surprised that a hotel restaurant would serve inventive and delicious food, and at a good price.

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  9. Joe

    Salt Lake City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lenoir is one of only several great restaurants in Charleston!

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  10. Tom

    Mississippi1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    This was Thanksgiving so set menu - a few choices in each of three courses. We arrived early and no issue getting a table. Down hill from there. 6 pm res. Already out of one of the appetizer choices. Okay - Chose a different one but really wanted the brussel sprouts . Nearly an hour wait before first course hit the table. Not complicated apps - soup/pate/greens...shouldn't take an hour. Apps were very good, however. Main entree came relatively quickly after. - mine was cold. Gave back to waiter who asked if I wanted a different plate or a new one ($75 pp - should not have been asked this question). Came back with replacement - still cold. Oh well. I let it go. Tasty. But cold. Final insult - ordered a second round of drinks for spouse and myself. Was told by waiter that if for my children (aged 17 and 20) would not serve. Huh ? advised for spouse and I. He still refused. Seriously ? Won't ever be back. Super disappointed

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2 people
19:00
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68 Wentworth St, Charleston, SC 29401-1430

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    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00
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    Casual Dress
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