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.
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.
The Establishment has partnered with Charleston Jazz Orchestra to present an intimate dinner and performance by the Richard White Trio for a unique jazz dining experience. We will have a beautifully composed evening of music and cuisine.
Executive Chef Elliott Howells has created a 3-course menu with wine offerings and featured cocktails by Bar Manager/Cocktail Artist, Ryan Wise.
Richard White is one of the most dynamic pianists and composers in the Charleston area. He will be accompanied by Ron Wiltrout (Drums) and Jake Holwegner (Bass)
Please know, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to The Charleston Jazz Academy and Festival.
This immersive celebration of Jazz culture is one you don’t want to miss.
Popular dishes
Menu
Taste
Poached ShrimpUS$17.00
GnudiUS$28.00
Charred Broccoli CaesarUS$18.00
Seared WagyuUS$22.00
CrudoUS$16.00
BurrataUS$18.00
Snapper Crudo (Party)US$0.00
Chicken Liver MousseUS$15.00
Wagyu TartareUS$21.00
Green Hill CamembertUS$27.00
Dressed OystersUS$4.00
Ghost Grow GreensUS$17.00
Atlanticville OystersUS$20.00
Snapper CollarUS$14.00
Winter Citrus SaladUS$15.00
Spaghetti SquashUS$17.00
Savor
GrouperUS$43.00
Hokkaido ScallopsUS$35.00
Moqueca de PeixeUS$45.00
Whole Fish- Red SnapperUS$67.00
Prime RibeyeUS$77.00
Caldo Verde (vegan)US$32.00
AgnolottiUS$36.00
Veal SkirtUS$38.00
Short Rib (Party)US$0.00
Flounder GrenobloiseUS$43.00
Striped BassUS$39.00
Whole Fish- YellowtailUS$65.00
Sides
SD Chilled BeetsUS$10.00
SD Truffle TartifletteUS$15.00
SD Roasted Root VegetablesUS$10.00
SD Bread ServiceUS$8.00
What 2,707 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value
Noise • Moderate
Diners' Choice Awards
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Seafood
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Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambience
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Innovative
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Hot spot
Charleston
Great for fine wines
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Romantic
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Lively
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Seafood
Review summary
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The Establishment boasts an inviting atmosphere, "amazing service," and "delicious food," making it a top dining choice. Highlights include: "fabulous servers," "romantic ambiance," and standout dishes like the gnudi and Wagyu tartare. While some reviews note noise levels or price concerns, the "attentive staff" consistently enhance the dining experience.
2,707 Reviews
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Richard
VIP
Charleston
60 reviews
4.0
60 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 3
Excellent food with adequate choices. Fabulous server and very welcoming atmosphere. Service itself prompt but not pushy. Pleasant atmosphere, except for the live music - too loud for the size venue. We purposely sat in back past the bar, but the music was piped in back there, to - and too loud.
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Sean
VIP
Raleigh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Our server Nathan was fantastic and very enthusiastic! The food was terrific in the service was to react and I would come back here in a minute
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Cheryl
Minneapolis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Excellent service from Tanner and delicious food. Well done!
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Bonnie
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We loved our visit. Our server, Miller, was knowledgeable and helpful. Just an overall great experience. The gnudi was amazing.
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Richard
Charleston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
Excellent service, overpriced for what you are getting. Ambiance was lovely, service was top notch.
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valerie
VIP
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great bar scene, excellent food and service. Never disappointed
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Deana
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Attended early dinner and noise wasn’t a factor. The food was outstanding and service was delightful.
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Jim
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Nathann was excellent, knowledgeable prompt and friendly. The entire staff was prompt efficient and polite
Food was prepared and presented with care and very good
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Kathy
VIP
Charleston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
We had a a wonderful meal & bartenders as well as our server were excellent. It was crowded bc of SEWE festival. Compliments around we will be back!
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Rita
VIP
Charleston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great food, great service & live music! Fabulous evening. Thank you. We’ll be back soon.
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FAQs
The Establishment is rated 4.8 stars by 2707 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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.
