Charleston Living Magazine May-June 2023

Circa 1886 (D) 149 Wentworth St., 853-7828. Delectable
cuisine is served up at the Wentworth Mansion with
dishes like crabcake souffle and braised pork shank. Dinner
Mon-Sat.
Fig (D) 232 Meeting St., 805-5900. Nationally-acclaimed
bistro serving fish, locally-sourced food. Menu changes daily
with selections like fish stew provençal and chicken liver
pâté.
Gabrielle (D) 404 King St., 843-990-5460. Bold and
flavorful Southern cuisine that celebrates local bounty like
grilled local swordfish and grilled oysters. Located inside
Hotel Bennett, dine for lunch and dinner daily in the indoor
dining room or outdoor dining terrace, which overlooks
historic Marion Square.
High Cotton (D) 199 East Bay St., 724-3815. Southern
cuisine offered high-fashion style, with fresh local vegetables,
seafood and charbroiled steaks accompanied by tasty
sauces like bearnaise and cabernet. Dinner nightly.
Magnolia’s (D) 185 East Bay St., 577-7771. A refined take
on traditional Southern cooking served in a warm, sophisticated
environment. Pan seared sea scallops are served with
a sweet corn hoe cake, pickled okra relish and brandy bacon
cream. Lunch & dinner daily with Southern brunch on
Sunday.
Peninsula Grill (D) 2 Unity Alley, 577-0025. Southern
classics served in an elegant, yet relaxed setting. Bold flavors
and impeccable service make this a local favorite. First class
wine list and romantic courtyard dining available. Dinner
nightly.
French
39 Rue De Jean (D) 39 John St., 722-8881. A refined
French café and bar features Parisian-inspired classics, including
five preparations of mussels, sweetbreads, braised
rabbit and more.
Brasserie la Banque (D) 1 Broad St., 779-1800. Neighborhood
French restaurant inside a historic former bank serves
traditional French cuisine in the style of the classic French
brasserie.
Chez Nous (D) 6 Payne Ct., 579-3060. Pint-sized and romantic
neighborhood spot with elevated food and wine from
France & around Europe in a cozy space. Only six dishes
are served for lunch & dinner and changes daily. Check the
restaurant’s website or Instagram page to see what’s being
served today. Closed Monday.
Gourmet Sandwiches
& Pizza
Pastries & Desserts
Gelato & Sorbetto
Wine Bar
Dessert Cocktails
Felix Cocktails et Cuisine (D) 550 King St., 203-6297.
Plates inspired by Paris in a trendy café-inspired setting,
served until midnight, along with versatile cocktails and
wines by the glass. Lunch and dinner daily with classic
French dishes and brunch on Saturday and Sunday from
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. with Parisian Mac et Cheese, quiches and
more.
Gaulart & Maliclet Fast and French (D) 98 Broad St.,
577-9797. Providing French food in Charleston since 1984
on iconic Broad Street. Lunch items include an open faced
Croq’ Monsieur and daily lunch specials for $13 that include
a glass of French wine. A popular chef special fondue is
featured on Thursdays for dinner. Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Mon-Sat. Closed Sunday.
Italian
Indaco (D) 526 King St., 727-1228. Trendy eatery featuring
Italian fare & wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pastas, home-
198 E. Bay Street, Charleston • 843.722.5893 • carmellasdessertbar.com
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