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Charleston's best seafood and fine cocktails. - The Establishment, Charleston, SC

The Establishment

4.8
4.8
2761 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood
28 Broad St, Suite 100, Charleston, SC 29401-3004

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
10:00 pm
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 789-4028
  • Website
    http://establishmentchs.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Elliott Howells
  • Private party facilities
    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.
  • Private party contact
    Shane Diviney: (865) 292-1218
  • Location
    28 Broad St, Suite 100, Charleston, SC 29401-3004
  • Area
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross Street
    On Broad Street between Church and State
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • CHS Jazz "Dinner and a Show" at The Establishment

    USD 160.00 per person

    Prepaid

    23 Apr 2025 only
    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 from local purveyors, paired with wine offerings and hand-crafted cocktails from our 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) for an immersive celebration of local Jazz culture. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to The Charleston Jazz Academy and Festival. This is an event that you don’t want to miss! Please note: Both 5:45 and 6:00 pm time slots are for the same event. Regardless of which arrival time you book, we encourage all guests to arrive between 5:45 - 6:00 pm.

Private dining

Menu

The Establishment's menu was last updated 2025-04-11.

Taste

  • Dressed OystersUSD 5.00

    • Softshell CrabUSD 24.00

      • Shrimp ToastUSD 17.00

        • GnudiUSD 28.00

          • Local StrawberriesUSD 15.00

            • AsparagusUSD 14.00

              • Ghost Grow GreensUSD 18.00

                • Red Snapper Sashimi (Party)USD 0.00

                  • Double GnudiUSD 56.00

                    • Yellowfin SashimiUSD 16.00

                      Savor

                      • FlounderUSD 41.00

                        • Golden TilefishUSD 43.00

                          • Hokkaido ScallopsUSD 38.00

                            • Saam Soft Shell EntreeUSD 67.00

                              • Prime RibeyeUSD 77.00

                                • Caldo VerdeUSD 31.00

                                  • Pork BellyUSD 36.00

                                    • GrouperUSD 43.00

                                      • Whole Fish- YellowtailUSD 67.00

                                        • Flounder (Party)USD 0.00

                                          • Kid Chicken Tenders (Party)USD 0.00

                                            • TagliatelleUSD 38.00

                                              • Whole Fish- Black BassUSD 67.00

                                                • Striped BassUSD 43.00

                                                  Sides

                                                  • SD Chilled BeetsUSD 10.00

                                                    • SD Sweet PotatoesUSD 10.00

                                                      • SD Roasted Root VegetablesUSD 10.00

                                                        • SD Bread ServiceUSD 8.00

                                                          Last updated: 11 April 2025

                                                          What 2,761 people are saying

                                                          The Establishment reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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                                                          4.8
                                                          4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                          • 4.7Food
                                                          • 4.8Service
                                                          • 4.8Ambience
                                                          • 4.4Value

                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                          Loved For

                                                          • South Carolina

                                                            Best Ambience

                                                          • South Carolina

                                                            Seafood

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            Best Overall

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            Best Food

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            Best Service

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            Best Ambience

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            Great for fine wines

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            Lively

                                                          • Charleston

                                                            Seafood

                                                          Review summary

                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                          The Establishment in Charleston dazzles diners with "exceptional service," "fantastic food," and a "vibrant atmosphere." Guests rave about the gnudi, a standout dish, and the ever-evolving menu. Whether celebrating a special occasion or enjoying live music, this restaurant promises a "wonderful dining experience" with its attentive staff and creative cuisine.
                                                          2,761 Reviews

                                                          1. Susan VIP

                                                            Houston28 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Awesome food and service. Tanner was very helpful offering suggestions and none disappointed us.

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                                                          2. Steve

                                                            Unspecified1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            Soft shell crab are hard to beat. Waiters were great!

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                                                          3. Adel VIP

                                                            Louisville65 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Excellent food and great service. I had the scallops and they were excellent and so was the desert my colleagues had different dishes and drinks and we all enjoyed and agreed that it was great choice.

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                                                          4. Syd VIP

                                                            Charleston7 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Amazing! Always something new on the menu. fresh herbs, fresh ingredients, always the best cuts of fish or meats. The services is always professional. Nice atmosphere. It’s Charleston’s five star restaurant. Love it!

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                                                          5. Rossana VIP

                                                            New York City11 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            The food was exquisite. One of the best restaurants I have been to. Amazing service. Unique menu choices. Highly recommended. Thank you to the Chef for his food creations.

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                                                          6. Kristen VIP

                                                            Charleston12 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            The service was amazing. Foodies will be happy here. I love the addition of the 70-80s live music.

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                                                          7. Barbara VIP

                                                            New York City9 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            What an amazing dinner! Starting with our server, Miller…he created just that…an amazing “foodie” experience….Miller, and the rest of the staff were attentive and personable…for starters the “gnudi” was mouthwatering and a must…my sea bass and my husband’s flounder dish were equally delicious and fresh…save some room for the cookie dessert…you won’t regret it! … we were celebrating our wedding anniversary and we appreciate the fuss they made to make it extra special ❤️

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                                                          8. Jennifer VIP

                                                            Charleston7 reviews

                                                            4.0

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Always great service and food. Some items including vegetarian options are a bit overpriced. When a vegetarian item’s price point matches a seafood dish price, it a bit off balanced.

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                                                          9. Cindy VIP

                                                            Atlanta36 reviews

                                                            3.0

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            This wax Over hyped and over priced for what you get.

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                                                          10. Frank VIP

                                                            Philadelphia8 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Both food and service were excellent. They had live music and the entire vibe was great

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                                                          FAQs

                                                          The Establishment is rated 4.8 stars by 2761 OpenTable diners.

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                                                          1. Home
                                                          2. United States
                                                          3. South Carolina
                                                          4. Charleston
                                                          5. Downtown Charleston

                                                          Make a booking

                                                          Booked 25 times today
                                                          Experiences are available.
                                                          Google Map for The Establishment

                                                          28 Broad St, Suite 100, Charleston, SC 29401-3004

                                                          Dining areas

                                                          Additional information

                                                          • Cross Street
                                                            On Broad Street between Church and State
                                                          • Area
                                                            Downtown Charleston
                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                            Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                          • Price
                                                            $50 and over
                                                          • Cuisines
                                                            Seafood, American, Contemporary American
                                                          • Dining style
                                                            Elegant Dining
                                                          • Dress code
                                                            Business Casual
                                                          • Parking details
                                                            Street Parking
                                                          • Payment Options
                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                          • Executive Chef
                                                            Elliott Howells
                                                          • Additional
                                                            Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                          • Website
                                                            http://establishmentchs.com/
                                                          • Phone number
                                                            (843) 789-4028
                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                            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.
                                                          • Private party contact
                                                            Shane Diviney: (865) 292-1218

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