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Prohibition, Charleston, SC

Prohibition

4.4
4.4
2513 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 45 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighbourhood gem
It's true that Prohibition is a nod to the classic 1920's Speakeasy, but our elevated cuisine and progressive cocktail program are anything but old-fashioned. At Prohibition you can expect the culinary delights of Executive Chef Greg Garrison to leave you completely Jazzed, from savory local seafood to the finest cuts of meat, each dish is prepared with perfection. Kick back in our relaxing surroundings and sample the Mixology Expertise of our award winning Bar Team, led by Jim Mc Court. Our professional and passionate team are constantly striving to push the boundaries of excellence with cocktails like the 547 Manhattan and our signature Bacon Maple Old Fashioned to name but a few. Our extensive and imaginative beer, wine and liquor selection insures we can cater to all tastes.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 459-7214
  • Website
    http://www.prohibitioncharleston.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Greg Garrison
  • Private party facilities
    Located in beautiful downtown Charleston, Prohibition is a 300 capacity full service restaurant with a beautiful, outdoor patio. Choose from 3 different spaces for your event or talk to us about a complete restaurant buyout to accommodate larger parties.
  • Location
    547 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403
  • Area
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross Street
    Wolfe
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking on the street (meter stops at 10pm) and a nearby public parking garage.
  • Public transit
    The city of Charleston offers a free trolley- please check their website for details.
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz, Swing and Big Band Music. DJ's late night on the weekends. Dance floor for dancing.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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  • BRUNCH MUSIC

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm,Fri - Sat - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    The superb talents of Bluegrass band New Ghost Town play at Prohibition every Saturday & Sunday from 11am-2pm

Menu

Produce and Vegetables

  • Street Corn TostadaUSD 12.00

    blue corn tortilla , garlic aioli, cotija, pimenton, scallion

    • Crispy Brussels Sprouts USD 10.00

      nuoc chom, lime, chilis, carrots, sesame

      • Mushroom ToastUSD 14.00

        ricotta, white pesto, walnuts, hot honey

        • Panzanella SaladUSD 12.00

          croutons, cucumber, tomato, feta, mustard vinaigrette

          • Roasted Red Pepper Romesco DipUSD 10.00

            local goats milk feta, almonds, sorghum syrup, frybread

            • PierogiUSD 12.00

              potato, white cheddar, sour cream, date, onion

              • ChilaquilesUSD 13.00

                corn tortilla chips, salsa roja, cotija cheese, avocado

                • Roasted Carrot Satay USD 14.00

                  Coconut peanut sauce, King's Tide micro onions

                  • Tomato Bourbon SoupUSD 14.00

                    Maker's Mark, grilled cheese, creme fraiche

                    • Pumpkin Mac & Cheese USD 14.00

                      Saffron parmesan cream, orzo pasta, Ritz cracker crumb

                      Seafood

                      • Crab Stuffed Deviled EggsUSD 14.00

                        old bay, cheddar, toasted panko

                        • Baked Stuffed Oysters USD 14.00

                          Lowcountry cup oyster dressing, garlic butter, lemon

                          • Lobster RollUSD 17.00

                            brown butter, miso mayo, fines herbes

                            • MusselsUSD 17.00

                              saffron fideos, broccoli, gremolata

                              • Shrimp Fried Rice USD 24.00

                                Miss Paula's Shrimp, Carolina Gold rice, andouille sausage, snow peas, shiso, fried egg, creamy salsa verde

                                • Smoked Salmon Spread USD 13.00

                                  house made everything crackers

                                  Meat and Poultry

                                  • Charred WingsUSD 14.00

                                    dry rub, carrot hot sauce, gorgonzola ranch

                                    • Chicken KotletkiUSD 14.00

                                      Polish meatballs, yogurt, dill, harissa butter

                                      • Roasted Bone MarrowUSD 18.00

                                        short rib marmalade, citrus agrodulce, parsley, toast

                                        • Marinated Hanger Steak* (6oz)USD 15.00

                                          fermented black bean, garlic, collard green kimchi

                                          • Smoked Beef Tartare*USD 16.00

                                            salt & vinegar chips, anchovies, capers, radish, cured egg yolk

                                            • Chicken Liver Mousse USD 14.00

                                              crispy chicken skin, schmaltz, fig & onion jam, crusty bread

                                              Entree

                                              • Ricotta Gnocchi USD 28.00

                                                roasted butternut squash, lacinato kale, chestnut, black truffle butter

                                                • Beer Battered CodUSD 21.00

                                                  crispy fries, chip shop curry

                                                  • Chicken WaldorfUSD 23.00

                                                    fried chicken thigh, endive, walnuts, asian pear, celery, blue cheese, buttermilk chive dressing

                                                    • Shrimp Fried Rice

                                                      Miss Paula's shrimp, Carolina Gold rice, andouille sausage, snow peas, shiso, fried egg, creamy salsa verde

                                                      • 8oz Grass Fed Short Rib Buger USD 21.00

                                                        cheddar, maple bourbon bacon jam, shredduce, tomato, burger sauce, fries or salad

                                                        • 8oz Filet MignonUSD 42.00

                                                          thousand layer spinach and potato pavé, horseradish sauce

                                                          Last updated: 11 October 2024

                                                          What 2,513 people are saying

                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                          4.4
                                                          4.4 based on recent ratings
                                                          • 4.4Food
                                                          • 4.5Service
                                                          • 4.5Ambience
                                                          • 4.2Value

                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                          Loved For

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            Great for brunch

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            Hot spot

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            Lively

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            American

                                                          Review summary

                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                          Prohibition in Charleston offers a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing food" and "great cocktails". Diners rave about the "exceptional service" and unique tapas-style menu. The Brussels sprouts and chicken meatballs are standout dishes, and the outdoor patio is a favorite spot. Some finds the ambiance lively but loud, making it a fun, energetic dining experience.

                                                          2,514 Reviews

                                                          1. OpenTable Diner

                                                            VIP

                                                            Atlanta

                                                            5 reviews

                                                            2.0

                                                            5 reviews

                                                            Dined today

                                                            1. Overall 2
                                                            2. Food 2
                                                            3. Service 2
                                                            4. Ambience 2
                                                            For some reason we were placed in the back and were the only table seated in the back room away from the music while we were there, despite having a reservation. The Bellini did not taste of peaches at all. 1 of 4 meals were delivered almost 10 mins after the other 3. Our one diner encouraged the rest of us to go ahead and eat, my eggs benny dish was already cold, both sauce and deli ham. The best meal was the hangar steak frites. Ordered the black pepper bacon. Not crisp. Bloody Mary was good. Overall, just fair.

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                                                          2. Debbie

                                                            VIP

                                                            Charleston

                                                            253 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            253 reviews

                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Great first time experience. Fun cocktails and the shareable small plates were very good, especially the chicken liver mousse

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                                                          3. Brian

                                                            VIP

                                                            Yukon

                                                            8 reviews

                                                            1.0

                                                            8 reviews

                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 1
                                                            2. Food 2
                                                            3. Service 1
                                                            4. Ambience 1
                                                            had a reservation for three people at 5 o’clock. The door was locked although you could see people inside finally a customer came and open the door then had to wait for their pre-dinner meeting were done before they could seat anybody…. very confusing,smell like an old bar luckily, we went down the street and bribed our way into a perfect dinner.

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                                                          4. OpenTable Diner

                                                            Richmond

                                                            6 reviews

                                                            3.0

                                                            6 reviews

                                                            Dined on 2 February 2025

                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                            2. Food 3
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Restaurant is unclear on what type of dining experience it is.

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                                                          5. Ian

                                                            Charlotte

                                                            36 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            36 reviews

                                                            Dined on 2 February 2025

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Enjoyed working out way through a number of small plates. The prices are a bit high but there is no doubt that the food is excellent. Our server was outstanding, attentive but not overbearing. The atmosphere is very nice and overall we had a wonderful experience.

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                                                          6. Scott

                                                            Charleston

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined on 26 January 2025

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Food and service were excellent. Too many people in the back room.

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                                                          7. Brian

                                                            VIP

                                                            Charleston

                                                            19 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            19 reviews

                                                            Dined on 20 January 2025

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 4
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            Amazing wings - wish I could get more as a main. Always great cocktails, good service, and a little loud, which is expected with a full, happy restaurant.

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                                                          8. Patrick

                                                            VIP

                                                            Raleigh

                                                            82 reviews

                                                            4.0

                                                            82 reviews

                                                            Dined on 20 January 2025

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 4
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            The selection of food was fine. Note that the portion sizes for everything except the entrées are quite small. Not really a share plate as they are too small to share. The food was brought out hot. I think the descriptions were better than the actual product. I would stick with the brussels sprouts and the chicken meatballs. The service was overall good, but there was quite a gap between our meal and dessert, at least 20 minutes. That was a little disappointing. The choice of beers and wines were excellent. Overall, a good restaurant experience, but given the other choices in Charleston, it is doubtful I will be back.

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                                                          9. Nelvin

                                                            Charleston

                                                            1 review

                                                            4.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 20 January 2025

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Excellent service and amazing food. I definitely recommend it.

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                                                          10. joseph

                                                            VIP

                                                            New York City

                                                            5 reviews

                                                            3.0

                                                            5 reviews

                                                            Dined on 18 January 2025

                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                            2. Food 3
                                                            3. Service 4
                                                            4. Ambience 2
                                                            Food was average at best. Brussels sprouts were over-seasoned and the beef tartare was bland. Service was earnest but sparse. Not a good representation of the normally excellent food scene in Charleston.

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                                                          FAQs

                                                          Prohibition is rated 4.4 stars by 2513 OpenTable diners.

                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                          2 people
                                                          7:00 pm
                                                          Booked 45 times today
                                                          Google Map for Prohibition

                                                          547 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

                                                          Additional information

                                                          • Cross Street
                                                            Wolfe
                                                          • Area
                                                            Downtown Charleston
                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                            Brunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                          • Price
                                                            $30 and under
                                                          • Cuisines
                                                            American
                                                          • Dining style
                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                          • Dress code
                                                            Business Casual
                                                          • Parking details
                                                            There is metered parking on the street (meter stops at 10pm) and a nearby public parking garage.
                                                          • Public transit
                                                            The city of Charleston offers a free trolley- please check their website for details.
                                                          • Payment Options
                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                          • Executive Chef
                                                            Greg Garrison
                                                          • Entertainment
                                                            Live Jazz, Swing and Big Band Music. DJ's late night on the weekends. Dance floor for dancing.
                                                          • Additional
                                                            Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Weekend Brunch, Wine
                                                          • Website
                                                            http://www.prohibitioncharleston.com/
                                                          • Phone number
                                                            (843) 459-7214
                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                            Located in beautiful downtown Charleston, Prohibition is a 300 capacity full service restaurant with a beautiful, outdoor patio. Choose from 3 different spaces for your event or talk to us about a complete restaurant buyout to accommodate larger parties.

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