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.
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!
Menu
Taste
Dressed OystersUS$4.00
GnudiUS$28.00
Bay Scallop CrudoUS$25.00
MusselsUS$21.00
Ghost Grow GreensUS$17.00
Chicken Liver MousseUS$15.00
Wagyu TartareUS$21.00
Spaghetti SquashUS$17.00
Roasted Bone MarrowUS$22.00
Candy Roaster SquashUS$16.00
Harvinson Reserve CheeseUS$30.00
Savor
GrouperUS$42.00
Flounder GrenobloiseUS$43.00
Bay Scallops RisottoUS$40.00
Moqueca de PeixeUS$42.00
Prime RibeyeUS$70.00
Duck ConfitUS$38.00
Vadouvan CauliflowerUS$36.00
Whole Fish- YellowtailUS$65.00
Ribeye (Party)US$0.00
TagliatelleUS$39.00
Pork ChopUS$36.00
Golden TilefishUS$41.00
HalibutUS$45.00
Whole Fish- B-LinerUS$65.00
Crispy EggplantUS$32.00
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
What 2,648 people are saying
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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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Hot spot
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Best Overall
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Best Service
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Best Ambience
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Innovative
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Hot spot
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Great for fine wines
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Romantic
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Good for special occasions
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Review summary
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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.
2,648 Reviews
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Richard
Charleston
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
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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Angela
Denver
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
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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Carey
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
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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MargaretH
Chicago
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
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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Steve
Charleston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
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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michael
Charleston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We had a fabulous time. Food, service, ambiance, and vibe were all excellent. Planning for our next visit. Surely one of the Top Five restaurants in Charleston (or anywhere)!
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CocoD
Charleston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 2
Pretty good
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Girish
Kansas City
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Awesome experience. Hostess came out to ensure my car was parked appropriately. We were celebrating an anniversary, and they all seemed to know; Adam, our waiter, brought us some bubbly to start the evening. We ordered oysters (fresh, tasty), bread service, charred broccolini and the whole fish (snapper), Thai-inspired with 3 tasty sauces. Outstanding dessert: coffee ice cream with chocolate chips. Nice live music in the background. We’ll happily go back. Tip: allow 10 min to get to the restaurant from the city parking lot
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Lauren
Charleston
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Excellent roasted whole fish and overall dining experience
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Vince
San Francisco
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Food was excellent as was the service. Provided us with a desert and complimentary sparkling wine for our anniversary that we celebrated that night. Overall was a top notch experience.
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The Establishment is rated 4.8 stars by 2648 OpenTable diners.
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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.
