Tempest

Name: Tempest
Address: 32 N Market St Suite C, Charleston, SC, United States, 29401
Telephone: (843) 996-4966
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

2368 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

Tempest has been named the country’s #1 new restaurant by readers of USA Today’s travel guide, 10Best. Located on historic Market Street next to sister location, Church and Union Charleston. Tempest features hyper-local, sustainable Coastal Modern-American food, with a seasonal menu curated by Chef Adam Hodgson and Bravo Top Chef Alum Chef Jamie Lynch.
Tempest’s noteworthy raw and roast menu features both chilled and charcoal roasted options, with a variety of meats, fresh produce, and chef curated accompaniments that go beyond the sea, offering a taste for every palate.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(843) 996-4966
Website
http://www.tempestcharleston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Jamie Lynch
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Sales Manager: (843) 996-4966 ext. 3

Location
32 N Market St, Suite C, Charleston, SC 29401
Area
Downtown Charleston
Cross Street
East Bay Street
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Happy Hour at the Bar
Multiple dates available
Join us at the bar for $8 Chef Snacks and $10 feature cocktails from 5pm-6:30pm every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday
4pm-7:15pm New Year's Eve 2025
USD 90.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
We will be offering a special 3-course prix-fixe menu on New Year's Eve. Pricing is based off of reservation time + tax and gratuity: -$90: 4-7:15pm Reservation includes 1/2 bottle of champagne for parties of 2; 1 full bottle of champagne for parties of 4. A credit card is required to book the reservation and we have a 48 hour, $50 cancellation policy. Please note, your credit card is NOT being charged for the cost of the dinner, it is simply being put on file to hold the reservation.
7:30pm-until | New Year's Eve 2025
USD 125.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
We will be offering a special 3-course prix-fixe menu on New Year's Eve. Pricing is based off of reservation time + tax and gratuity: -$125: 7:30pm-until Reservation includes 1/2 bottle of champagne for parties of 2; 1 full bottle of champagne for parties of 4. A credit card is required to book the reservation and we have a 48 hour, $50 cancellation policy. Please note, your credit card is NOT being charged for the cost of the dinner, it is simply being put on file to hold the reservation.

Popular dishes

Cucumber SaladUSD 12.00
English cucumber, benne seed tahini, pickled shallots, cilantro
Baby Gem SaladUSD 15.00
Miso dill vinaigrette, pistachio, daikon radish, greens
Tuna CrudoUSD 21.00
ajo blanco, grapes, dressed herbs, benne seed
Beef TartareUSD 21.00
Capers, shallot, chili, poached egg yolk, aged cheddar
Pickled MusselsUSD 17.00
House-made sourdough, crème fraîche, fresh herbs
Roasted MushroomsUSD 13.00
Ginger scallion sauce, shoyu, lime

Mains

Swordfish SchnitzelUSD 39.00
Warm tartar sauce, trout roe, dressed bitter lettuces
FlounderUSD 37.00
Vadouvan curry, carrots, black garlic purée, fennel
Heirloom Tomato SpaghettiUSD 28.00
Confit heirlooms, torn herbs, burrata, chilis
ChickenUSD 33.00
Grilled spring onion, chimichurri, butter sauce
Beef RaguUSD 35.00
Mafaldine pasta, stracciatella
The BurgerUSD 23.00
Onion, bay sauce, fries
Steak Au PoivreUSD 45.00
Leek purée, shoestring fries
Short RibUSD 52.00
Fingerling colcannon, natural jus

Raw & Charcoal Roast

SingleUSD 70.00
DoubleUSD 105.00
Tempest TowerUSD 135.00
1/2 lb Local ShrimpUSD 25.00
Oysters
Lowcountry cups, Northern, Southern
1 lb Local ShrimpUSD 48.00

What 2,368 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Carolina
Contemporary American
Charleston
Best Service
Charleston
Innovative

Review summary

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Tempest in Charleston offers a vibrant dining experience with standout seafood and cocktails. Guests rave about its "fantastic service," "amazing food," and charming ambiance, enhanced by unique touches like a Shakespearean theme. With a beautiful setting and attentive staff, it's a must-visit for both locals and visitors alike.

2,368 Reviews

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Julio H
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you’re ever in Charleston, this is a must-visit spot! The roasted mushrooms appetizer and the short ribs entrée were absolutely incredible—perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. My family and I also enjoyed an array of other dishes, including the unique Swordfish Schnitzel, the rich and tender Steak Au Poivre, and a perfectly creamy Spaghetti Carbonara. We ended our meal on a high note with the decadent “Some More” dessert. Everything was thoughtfully prepared and delicious. If I return to Charleston, this place will be at the top of my list!
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Paul
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second time visiting Tempest and it was a as wonderful as the first. Service on Christmas Eve was top notch, from the server to the manager and everyone in between. The food was delicious, especially the short rib and the flounder. What else can I say? Get to Tempest and you won’t be disappointed!
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Stephen
New York City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
excellent meal on Christmas eve. server, Grace, very knowledgeable and friendly. food was delicious with varied menu, imaginative dishes, fantastic flavors in all that we ordered. highly recommend the "swordfish schnitzel". we have now been here 3 times, each one a winner!!
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JanetK
VIP
Charlotte
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We arrived late into town due to an hour long traffic hazard delay and we’re worried about getting a reservation to a great restaurant. We were able to dine at Tempest and it was incredible! We had the tuna crude which was very good but the showstopper was the Swordfish Schnitzel with warm tartar sauce with trout roe. I/we are known as foodies-originally from California Bay Area! My husband said this was by far the best swordfish he had ever eaten! I agreed but was trying to identify the ingredients to prepare at home. We shared a bottle of wine and had the Some-More for dessert. Fabulous! Our server Dalton and his shadowing trainee, Megan were amazing as well! Truly a beautiful restaurant and amazing experience!, Do not miss it when in Charleston!
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Joselin
Charleston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food is awful, oily and salty, 0 stars. Worst experience ever. Server was friendly, and the location is good.
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James
Charleston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience all around! The service was top-notch, the bar was excellent, and the food was absolutely delicious!
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Greta
VIP
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We were upstairs and it was so loud you couldn’t have a conversation. Three large parties were seated upstairs and they shouldn’t have seared anyone else up there. We literally had to shout. An older couple near us got up and left
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Jenny
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We told them it was our anniversary and they brought out champagne ($5 charge) and at the end they did a complimentary carnation and brandy tasting. It was the perfect spot for celebrating our anniversary. We also enjoyed signing the tempest book our check was brought in! It really commemorated the moment.
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James
Charleston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, excellent service, and an amazing restaurant! Highly recommend!
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Marcus
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing. The roasted mushrooms, the baby gem salad , the short rib , the steak , everything was top notch!
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FAQs

Tempest is rated 4.7 stars by 2368 OpenTable diners.

Tempest 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.

Make a booking

2 people

25 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

32 N Market St, Suite C, Charleston, SC 29401

Additional information

Cross Street
East Bay Street
Area
Downtown Charleston
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jamie Lynch
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tempestcharleston.com/
Phone number
(843) 996-4966
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Sales Manager: (843) 996-4966 ext. 3

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Tempest

Make a booking

Private dining

Additional information

5 cutting-edge restaurants to visit now in Charleston

Gift card

Happy Hour at the Bar

4pm-7:15pm New Year's Eve 2025

7:30pm-until | New Year's Eve 2025

Flounder

Grouper

Oysters

Small Plates

Cucumber SaladUSD 12.00

Baby Gem SaladUSD 15.00

Tuna CrudoUSD 21.00

Beef TartareUSD 21.00

Pickled MusselsUSD 17.00

Roasted MushroomsUSD 13.00

Mains

Swordfish SchnitzelUSD 39.00

FlounderUSD 37.00

Heirloom Tomato SpaghettiUSD 28.00

ChickenUSD 33.00

Beef RaguUSD 35.00

The BurgerUSD 23.00

Steak Au PoivreUSD 45.00

Short RibUSD 52.00

Raw & Charcoal Roast

SingleUSD 70.00

DoubleUSD 105.00

Tempest TowerUSD 135.00

1/2 lb Local ShrimpUSD 25.00

Oysters

1 lb Local ShrimpUSD 48.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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