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The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel, Charleston, SC

The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel

4.4
4.4
1831 Reviews
$30 and under
Southern

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
The Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar, named for Revolutionary War hero, General Francis Marion, features classic Southern cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Executive Chef Heyward Davis and Chef De Cuisine Daniel James create regional specialties that emphasize farm to table practices using locally grown fruits and vegetables with respect to the traditional beloved flavors and techniques of the Lowcountry.

Known for its award-winning Shrimp and Grits, The Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar overlooks historic Marion Square Park and is popular with both locals and visitors to Charleston. Guests can enjoy live piano Friday and Saturday nights from 6pm - 9pm.

The restaurant also has a private dining room, the Parkview, that seats thirty and overlooks King Street and Marion Square Park. This intimate space is perfect for private events and small parties.

Masks are recommended for fully vaccinated customers. Consistent with CDC guidelines, unvaccinated customers should wear masks.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Low Country, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 724-8888
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Heyward Davis
  • Catering
    Francis Marion catering offers customizable menus and pricing includes china, glassware, flatware, tables, centerpieces and linens.<br />Off-site catering: Marion Square, South Carolina Aquarium, Gaillard Center, Charleston's Visitor's Center, Charleston Maritime Center, Thomas Bennett House, Gibbes Museum of Art + more. Contact us for a complete list.
  • Private party facilities
    The Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar, named for Revolutionary War hero, General Francis Marion, features classic Southern cuisine perfect for any special occasion or private event. Treat your guests to a one-of-a kind, delicious experience in a setting unlike any other.
  • Private party contact
    Chaselyn Williams - Catering Sales Manager: (843) 937-8691
  • Area
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross Street
    Corner of King and Calhoun Street
  • Parking details
    Parking is located in the city parking garage next door or along the street.
  • Entertainment
    Guests can enjoy live piano Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights while sipping cocktails in the casually elegant surroundings.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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What 1,831 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel shines with "best I've ever had" she-crab soup and shrimp and grits. Guests adore the live piano music, "wonderful" service, and cozy ambiance. The fried chicken and short ribs are "amazing," and standout servers like Sylvie and Oscar enhance the overall experience.

1,831 Reviews
  1. Sue

    Charleston

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice. Will go back. Staff is great and accommodating.

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  2. Penny

    Atlanta

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals I have ever had. I started off with the pear salad. It was light and absolutely delicious. I asked the waiter if I could substitute the sides to the short rib. I asked for mashed potatoes, green beans and fried onions. Not only was the food amazing, the presentation was beautiful. Chef layered the ribs and sauce on the potatoes, then topped with fried onions. He placed the green beans all around the plate. It was a beautiful presentation. My husband ordered the pork chop for dinner and he said it was one of the best. For lunch the next day, I ordered the pear salad again, and John had the shrimp and grits. Both were amazing. Thank you Chef Terrell Funney for delicious meals!

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  3. James

    New Mexico

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice dinner. Good selection of entrees and cocktail menu. Service by Eric was superb!

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  4. Andra

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were well taken care of by our server, and the food was excellent!

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  5. Lexie

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the Risotto and Bibb salad plus the She crab soup. Everything was delicious. Our waitress was extremely helpful in suggesting something for our meal. She was very knowledgeable about the draft beers. It was a delightful experience.

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  6. Patsy

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A hidden gem in Charleston. Excellent food and service!.

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  7. Robin

    VIP

    Atlanta

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent and the staff friendly and helpful.

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  8. Kenneth

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Ambience minimal. Good okay. It wasn't the worst meal I've ever had. It was..."okay"

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  9. Wendy

    Dallas

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful time tonight. Oscar gave excellent service and the food was wonderful. Lovely live music by the pianist. Will return next time in Charleston.

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  10. David

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a quaint space that has food that is top level for flavor. “Best I’ve ever had” was said several times at our table speaking specifically about the she-crab soup and the shrimp and grits. The burger was as good as anywhere.

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FAQs

The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 724-8888.

The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel is rated 4.4 stars by 1831 OpenTable diners.

The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 16 times today

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Google Map for The Swamp Fox at the Francis Marion Hotel

387 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Corner of King and Calhoun Street
  • Area
    Downtown Charleston
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Low Country, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is located in the city parking garage next door or along the street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Heyward Davis
  • Entertainment
    Guests can enjoy live piano Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights while sipping cocktails in the casually elegant surroundings.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Phone number
    (843) 724-8888
  • Catering
    Francis Marion catering offers customizable menus and pricing includes china, glassware, flatware, tables, centerpieces and linens.<br />Off-site catering: Marion Square, South Carolina Aquarium, Gaillard Center, Charleston's Visitor's Center, Charleston Maritime Center, Thomas Bennett House, Gibbes Museum of Art + more. Contact us for a complete list.
  • Private party facilities
    The Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar, named for Revolutionary War hero, General Francis Marion, features classic Southern cuisine perfect for any special occasion or private event. Treat your guests to a one-of-a kind, delicious experience in a setting unlike any other.
  • Private party contact
    Chaselyn Williams - Catering Sales Manager: (843) 937-8691
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