39 Rue de Jean - Charleston

Name: 39 Rue de Jean - Charleston
Address: 39 John Street, Charleston, SC, United States, 29403
Telephone: (843) 722-8881
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

4512 Reviews

$31 to $50

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French style cafe and bar offering the best in Brasserie cuisine since 2000.

Enjoy indoor/outdoor patio seating, cocktails and a well-rounded wine list.
Current Dinner hours are Monday through Saturday from 4:00 PM- 10:00 PM.
Sunday Dinner service: 4:00PM-9:00PM.
Sunday Brunch: 11:00AM- 3:00PM.
Friday & Saturday Lunch: 11:00AM-3:00PM.
Reserve your table now or call in for carry out at 843.722.8881.

We are excited to reopen our restaurant to all of our guests and are cautiously abiding by the SCRLA to ensure that we are taking care of not only our guests but as well as our staff safely! We have chosen to operate at smaller capacity and do ask that you make a reservation in order to secure a table for dining.

We have always had high standards in regards to sanitation and we are applying even more safety measures. Full list also available on our website 39ruedejeanCHS.com

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 3, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
French, French American, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sunday Dinner Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 722-8881
Website
https://www.facebook.com/RuedeJean/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Marcus Shell
Catering
We cater through our sister company Events by Good Food. Please contact Tristan Whisenant, General Manager of Upstairs of 39 Rue de Jean at (843) 725-5959 ext. 2 or request more information at eventsbygoodfood.com.
Private party facilities
The Upstairs at Rue event space offers a private dining room that can be transformed to host professional gatherings or celebratory affairs, accommodating up to 200 guests. This unique space, overlooking Upper King street, features vaulted ceilings, exposed brick and a private entrance. Upstairs at 39 Rue de Jean is located in the heart of Downtown Charleston. The venue maintains the charm of the city’s historic architecture while allowing the versatility to create an atmosphere appropriate for your special event. Please contact Tristan Whisenant, General Manager of Upstairs of 39 Rue de Jean at (843) 725-5959 ext. 2 or request more information with the provided inquiry form.

Location
39 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Cross street
King St. and John Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Half off Mussels on Tuesdays!
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Enjoy half-off all mussels every Tuesday night.

Popular dishes

Onion Soup Gratinee$11.00
Sweet Onion Broth, Baguette, Crispy Gruyere
Truffle Potato Soup$11.00
Creamy Potato Puree, Truffle Infusion, Chive Crème Fraiche
Chilled Pea Soup$11.00
Crème Fraiche
Semolina Fried Veal Sweetbreads$15.00
Pan Roasted Mushrooms, Sweet Pepper Pesto, Garlic Aioli
Smoked Seafood Salad$16.00
Calamari Rings, Oysters, Rock Shrimp, Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Chervil
Steak Tartare*$15.00
House-cut Steak, Creamy Dijon, Quail Egg, Crostini
Escargots$13.00
Brandy, Garlic Butter
Crispy Pork Belly$14.00
Roasted Garlic & Tomato Jam, Radish, Red Clay Spicy Peach Honey
Chorizo Stuffed Portobello$12.00
Granny Smith Apple, Garlic Aioli, Balsamic
Duck Rillette Croquettes$14.00
Persillade, Brandied Cherry Aioli
Charcuterie$14.00
Rotating Selection of Sourced or House Cured Meats, Candied Pecans, House Pickles, Mustard, Crispy Baguette. Add Artisan Cheese Selection - $24 / $31
Assiette A'Fromage$23.00
Rotating Selection of Artisan Cheeses, Fig Butter, Candied Pecans, House Pickles, Crostini
Traditional Caesar Salad$9.00
Anchovy Caesar Dressing, Parmesan, Fried Crouton, Bouqueron Anchovy
Fried Goat Cheese Salad$14.00
Honey Goat Cheese Croquette, Baby Arugula, Red Beets, Candied Pecans, Lingonberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
Bacon & Brussels$12.00
Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Parmesan, Almonds, Citrus Champagne Vinaigrette

Moules en Five Preparations

Bowl - $15, Grande - $22

Mariniere
White Wine, Shallots, Parsley
Citrus & Saffron
Lemon, Garlic
Pistou
Garlic, Basil, Olive Oil
Red Curry
Mild Curry, Coconut Milk
Vegetable Cream
Cauliflower Cream, White Wine

Les Entrees

Short Rib$31.00
Pommes Puree, Haricot Vert, Sauce Espagnole
Coq au Vin$26.00
Red Wine Braised Chicken, Braising Reduction, Pearl Onions, Bacon Lardons, Mushrooms
Grilled Salmon*$29.00
Chilled Vegetable Quinoa, Roasted Bok Choy, Blood Orange Glaze
Shrimp Provençal$24.00
Sautéed Shrimp, Penne Pasta, Pernod Garlic Butter Sauce, Red Pepper Chili Flakes
Seared Scallops*$32.00
Tomato Bacon Jam, Coconut Rice, Five Spiced Carrot Ribbons
Roasted Trout Amandine$29.00
Sunburst Farms Trout, Seared & Served Whole, Pommes Purée, Haricot Verts, Almond Brown Butter
Chicken Francaise$28.00
Rosemary & Garlic Gnocchi, Cherry Tomatoes, Summer Squash, Beurre Blanc
Grilled Bone-In Pork Chop*$29.00
Pommes Purée, Fried Brussels Sprouts, Blackberry Honey Dijon
Pan-Roasted Duck Breast*$32.00
Garlic & Herb Orzo, Brown Butter Baby Carrots, Blackberry Balsamic
Grilled Lamb Porterhouse*$34.00
Rainbow Fingerling Potatoes, Braised Oyster Mushrooms, Quince Purée
Roasted Rabbit$36.00
Rosemary & Brown Sugar Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Crispy Brussels Sprouts & Rabbit Demi
Caprese Ravioli$24.00
Pistou, Red Onion, Cherry Tomatoes, Aged Balsamic
Local Catch*$0.00
Chef's Seasonal Preparation
- MKT$0.00

Angus Beef - Steak & Frites

Accompaniments: Au Poivre Style $3, Roquefort Cheese $3, Truffle Butter $4, Maitre D'hotel Butter $4, Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions $5, Seared Scallop $6 (each). Choice of:

8 oz Filet*$42.00
12 oz NY Strip*$39.00

Brasserie Burger

Brasserie Burger*$16.00
10 oz Ground Burger
- Served with Pommes Frites$16.00
- With Roquefort, Guyere or Cheddar$18.00

Les Accompaniments

Truffle Pommes Frites$9.00
Pommes Frites$8.00
Pommes Puree$8.00
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$8.00
Haricot Verts$8.00
Bearnaise or Aioli$2.00
Asparagus Bearnaise$10.00
Baby Carrots$8.00

Cocktails

French 75$12.00
Nippitaty Gin, Organic Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Brut Sparkling Wine
Hit Me$14.00
Blackberry Infused Jack Daniels Whiskey, Lemonade, "Rooftop Bees & Honey" Honey Syrup
Pear-Amour$16.00
Botanist Gin, St George Spiced Pear Liqueur, Rosemary Simple Syrup, Egg White
Artisinal Smash$13.00
Makers Mark Bourbon, Seasonal Muddled Fruit, Organic Lemon Juice, Mint
Lost Plane$16.00
Goslings Black Rum, Aperol, Montenegro Amaro, Organic Lemon Juice
Cold Brew Martini$15.00
Vanilla Vodka, Kahlua, Cold Brew Coffee

Non-Alcoholic

A Classic Blend$12.00
Spiritless "Kentucky 74", Wilfred's Bittersweet Aperitif, All the Bitters - New Orleans Style Bitters
Samuel Adams "Just the Haze" IPA$8.00
Heineken Zero, Lager$7.00
Spiritless "Old Fashioned" Pour Over$11.00

Biere

Local/Regional

New Realm "Euphonia" Pilsner 5% ABV
Palmetto "Amber" Ale 5.8% ABV
Commonhouse "Red Fox Irish Ale" 5% ABV
Oyster City "Hooter Brown" Brown Ale 8.4% ABV
New Belgium "Trippel" Beglian Style Pale Ale 8.5% ABV
Estuary "Noche de Mar" Mexican Style Lager 5% ABV
Palmetto "Mango Passion Fruit Session Sour" 4.5% ABV
Wild Leap "Blueberry LMN ADE" Sour 5.5% ABV
Sycamore "Juciness" IPA 6.8% ABV

Imported & Domestic

Budweiser 5% ABV
Bud Light 5% ABV
Michelob Ultra 4.2% ABV
Heineken 5% ABV

Draft

Kronenbourg "1664" Lager 5% ABV
Allagash "White" Belgian Style Wheat 5.2% ABV
Commonhouse "Wise One" Hefeweizen 5.7% ABV
Wicked Weed "Pernicious" IPA 7.3% ABV
Wild Leap "Chance" IPA 6.2% ABV
NoDa "Pitchslide Pils" German Pilsner 4.1% ABV

Cider & Seltzers

Anheuser-Busch "NUTRL" Orange Vodka Seltzer 4.5% ABV
Stella Artois "Cidre" 4.5% ABV
Wolffer "No 139" Dry Rose Cider 6% ABV
Volley "Spicy Ginger" Tequila Seltzer 5.25% ABV

By the Glass

Bubbles

Prosecco, Illi, Extra Dry, Italy, N/V$10.00
Blanc De Blanc, "JP Chenet" (FR) N/V$10.00
Sparkling Rose, Bouvet, Loire Valley (FR) N/V$11.00
Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Reims (FR) N/V$22.00

Whites

Pinot Grigio, Cavazza Estate, Veneto (IT)$8.00
Picpoul de Pinet, Hugues Beaulieu, Languedoc (FR)$10.00
Sauvignon Blanc "Massey Dacta" Marlborough (NZ)$11.00
Bordeaux Blanc, Chateau La Graviere Entre deux Mers, Bordeaux (FR)$11.00
Chardonnay, Doudet Naudin, Vin de France (FR)$11.00
Chardonnay, Pedroncelli, Sonoma County (CA)$11.00
Rose, L'Odalet Le Petit, Pays d'Oc (FR)$10.00

Reds

Pinot Noir, Doudet Naudin, Vin de France (FR)$12.00
Pinot Noir, Lucas & Lewellen, Santa Barbara, CA$14.00
Cotes du Rhone "Les Abeilles" Jean- Luc Colombo, Rhone (FR)$12.00
Merlot, Ironstone, Lodi (CA)$10.00
Zinfandel, Opolo, Paso Robles (CA)$15.00
Rioja, Bodegas Muriel Reserva, Rioja Spain$14.00
Malbec, Manos Negras, Altamira (AR)$11.00
Bordeaux, Chateau de Beauregard-Doucourt, Bordeaux (FR)$11.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Geyser Peak "Walking Tree" (CA)$13.00

Wine

Champagne & Sparkling Wine

N/V Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Brut, Reims France$88.00
N/V Champagne, Demi-Sec Veuve Clicquot, Reims France$140.00
N/V Champagne Brut Rosé, Veuve Clicquot, Reims France$150.00
N/V Champagne, Palmer & Co "Rose Solera" Reims France$140.00
N/V Champagne, Herbert Beaufort "Carte d'Or" Grand Cru Brut, Champagne France$130.00
N/V Champagne, Perrier-Jouët "Grand Brut" Épernay France$110.00
N/V Champagne, Collet, Ay, France$65.00
N/V Brut, Charles Bove, Loire Valley France$65.00
2018 Blanc de Blancs, Raventós i Blanc "l'Hereu" Brut Reserva, Penedès Spain$45.00
N/V Prosecco, Torresella, Veneto Italy$40.00
N/V Piper Sonoma Brut Rose, Sonoma, CA$60.00

Sauvignon Blanc

2021 Pouilly–Fume Les Pentes Domaine Serge Dageneau et Filles, Loire Valley, France$40.00
2020 Sancerre, St-Martin, Loire Valley, FR$65.00
2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Southern Right. Walker Bay, South Africa$40.00
2021 Sauvignon Blanc "Babich" Black Label, Marlborough New Zealand$40.00
2019 Sauvignon Blanc, Cliff Lede, Napa Valley, CA$70.00
2021 Sauvignon Blanc, Honig, Napa Valley, CA$47.00

Chardonnay

2021 Chablis, Domaine Adrien Besson, Burgundy, France$65.00
2020 Bourgogne Blanc, Olivier Leflaive "Les Sétilles" Bourgogne Burgundy, France$75.00
2020 Chardonnay, Albert Bichot, Macon Villages, Burgundy, France$46.00
2020 Chardonnay, Left Coast "Truffle Hill" Willamette Valley, OR$52.00
2019 Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer "Les Pierres" Sonoma County, CA$98.00
2021 Chardonnay, Jax Vineyards Y3, Napa Valley, CA$55.00
2019 Chardonnay, Cuvaison, Carneros, Napa Valley, CA$66.00
2018 Chardonnay, Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley, CA$105.00
2021 Chardonnay, Cakebread, Napa Valley, CA$98.00

France (White)

2017 Gewurztraminer "Trimbach" Alsace, France$70.00
2017 Pinot Gris "Trimbach Réserve" Alsace, France$67.00
2020 Pinot Blanc, Pierre Sparr, Selection de Sol Calcaire, Alsace, France$35.00
2021 Chignin, Château Charles Gonnet, Savoie, France$38.00
2020 Riesling, Pierre Sparr, Alscae Grande Reserve, Alsace, France$38.00
2020 Vouvray, La Craie, Loire Valley, France$47.00

Alternative Whites

2021 Albariño, Pazo Cilleiro, Rias Baixas, Spain$40.00
2021 Gruner Veltliner, Volker Wines, Burgenland, Austria$48.00
2020 Patelin de Tablas Blanc, Tablas Creek Vineyard, Paso Robles, CA$50.00
2017 Pinot Blanc, Wechsler Trocken Weisser Burgunder, Germany$60.00
2021 Riesling, Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen "Eroica" Columbia Valley, WA$45.00
2020 Riesling, Heinz Eifel "Shine" Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany$27.00

Rosés

2021 Grenache Blend "AIX" Coteaux D'Aix, En Provence, France$48.00
2020 Grenache, Domaine la Colombette "Notorious Pink" Vin de France, France$48.00
2020 Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah, Domaine Sainte Marie "Vie Vite" Provence, France$47.00
2022 Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Vermentino, Wolffer Estate "Summer in a Bottle Provence" Provence, France$60.00

Pinot Noir

2018 Pinot Noir, Fixin Villes Vignes Rouge, Domaine Armelle et Jean-Michel Molin, Burgundy, France$105.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Domaine Lejeune, Bourgogne Les Grandes Carelles, Burgundy, France$60.00
2017 Pinot Noir "Henri Prudhon & Fils" Saint Aubin Rouge Sur le Sentier du Clou ler Cru, France$105.00
2020 Pinot Noir, King & Cannon Cellars "Reserve" Willamette Valley, OR$55.00
2019 Pinot Noir, Iris Vineyards, Willamette Valley, OR$57.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Elk Cove Vineyards, Willamette Valley, OR$58.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Adelsheim Vineyard "Breaking Ground" Chehalem Mountains, OR$65.00
2018 Pinot Noir, Maritana Vineyards, Le Russe Russian River Valley, CA$110.00
2018 Pinot Noir, Siduri, Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, CA$75.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Belle Glos, Clark & Telephone, Santa Barbara, CA$95.00

Alternative Reds

2019 Malbec, Chateau du Caillau, Cahors, France$50.00
2008 Amarone Riserva, Cesare "Bosan" Valpolicella, Italy$230.00
2017 Rioja, Baron de Ley, Reserva, Mendavia, Spain$45.00
2021 Malbec, Dona Paula, Estate Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina$45.00
2019 Syrah, Klinker Brick, Lodi, CA$56.00
2014 Syrah, Opolo, Paso Robles, CA$48.00
2018 Petit Sirah, Two Angles, Red Hills Lake Country, CA$45.00
2021 Zinfandel, Edmeades, Mendocino County, CA$35.00
2019 Zinfandel, Old Ghost, Lodi, CA$95.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, & Bordeaux Style Blends

2017 Bordeaux Blend, Médoc, Château Greysac "Cru Bourgeois" Bordeaux, France$75.00
2015 Bordeaux Blend, Saint-Estèphe, Château de Pez, Bordeaux, France$115.00
2019 Bordeaux Blend, Chateau Picque Caillou, Pessac Leognan, Cahors, France$95.00
2018 Bordeaux Blend, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Château Lassègue, Bordeaux, France$165.00
2019 Bordeaux Blend, Saint-Émilion Château Macquin St. Georges, Bordeaux, France$65.00
2019 Bordeaux Blend, Cadillac-Côtes de Bordeaux, Château Carignan "l'Orangerie de Carignan" Bordeaux$35.00
2019 Bordeaux Blend, Chateau La Monette, Lalande de Pomerol, France$62.00
2016 Merlot, Pahlmayer, Napa Valley, CA$170.00
2018 Merlot, Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley, CA$105.00
2018 Merlot, Skyside Red Blend, Newton Claret, Sonoma County$50.00
2018 Merlot, Chateau St. Michelle "Indian Wells" Columbia Valley, WA$45.00
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Hedges Family Estate, Red Mountain, WA$95.00
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Doubleback, Walla Walla Valley, WA$230.00
2020 Cabernet Sauvignon, Le P'tit Paysan, Central Coast, CA$55.00
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, CA$175.00
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Round Pond Estate, Napa Valley, CA$150.00
2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, Eponymous, Napa Valley, CA$130.00
2020 Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Supéry, Napa Valley, CA$95.00
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Honig, Napa Valley, CA$90.00
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Artemis" Napa Valley, CA$135.00
2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, Opolo Vineyards, Paso Robles, CA$75.00
2020 Cabernet Sauvignon, Daou Reserve, Paso Robles, CA$153.00

Rhône & Southern France (Red)

2016 Côte-Rôtie, Saint Cosme, Rhône Septentrional, France$130.00
2019 Crozes-Hermitage, E. Guigal, Rhône Septentrional, France$75.00
2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Red Secret de Nos Vignes, Rhone France$105.00
2020 Côtes du Rhône, Domaine de Châteaumar "Cuvée Vincent" Rhone, France$41.00
2019 Côtes du Rhône, E. Guigal, Rhone, France$40.00
2020 Côtes du Rhône, Domaine Galevan "Paroles de Femme" Rhone, France$48.00
2020 Côtes du Rhône, Chateau La Nerthe, Rhone Valley, France$60.00
2019 Vinsobres, Famille Perrin "Les Cornuds" Rhône Méridional, France$48.00
2016 Rasteau, Château du Trignon, Rhône Méridional, France$62.00
2016 Gigondas, Chateau du Trignon, Rhône Meridonal, France$90.00
2016 Grenache/Syrah, Deparment 66, Cotes Catalanes Others, Languedoc-Roussillion, France$66.00
2015 Grenache/Syrah, Hect & Bannier, Miervois, Languedoc–Roussillion, France$50.00
2020 Syrah, Domaine de L'ecu, Love & Grapes, Rhone, France$45.00
2020 Brouilly, Chateau de Saint Lager, Beaujolais (FR)$50.00
2020 Fleurie, Domaine Lucien Lardy "Les Roches" Beaujolais, France$55.00
2020 Morgon, Albert Bichot "Les Charmes" Beaujolais, France$48.00

Spirits

Bourbon

Basil Hayden's$16.00
Blanton's$20.00
Elijah Craig$13.00
Four Roses - Single Barrel$16.00
Knob Creek$14.00
Maker's Mark$11.00
Redemption "High Rye"$11.00
Woodford$14.00
Woodinville Port Cask$18.00

Whiskey

Crown Royal$10.00
Jack Daniels$10.00
Jameson$10.00
TX Blend$16.00

Rye

High West Double Rye$15.00
James E. Pepper$16.00
Rittenhouse Rye$14.00
Sazerac Rye Whiskey$14.00
Templeton Rye$15.00
Whistle Pig 10 Yr$30.00

Vodka

Absolut$10.00
Belvedere$12.00
Firefly Sweet Tea$8.00
Grey Goose$11.00
Grey Goose Citron$11.00
Grey Goose Orange$11.00
Ketel One$10.00
Pearl Vanilla$10.00
Stolichnaya$10.00
Stolichnaya Blueberry$10.00
Titos$10.00

Tequila

Casamigos Reposado$20.00
Don Julio Anejo$20.00
Espolon Blanco$10.00
Espolon Reposado$10.00
Patron Silver$16.00

Gin

Beefeater$10.00
Bombay Sapphire$10.00
Botanist$16.00
Hat Trick$11.00
Hendricks$12.00
Nipitatty$11.00
Tanqueray$10.00

Rum

Captain Morgan$9.00
Goslings Dark$10.00
Malibu$9.00
Mount Gay$9.00
Myers Dark$9.00
Ron Zacapa 23 Yr$16.00

Cognac

Boulard Calvados$18.00
Cles des Ducs V.S.O.P$18.00
Remy Martin V.S.O.P$18.00

Single Malt

Auchentoshan 21 Yr$50.00
Dalwhinnie 15 Yr$27.00
Glenlivet 12 Yr$15.00
Johnny Walker Black 12 Yr$15.00
Lagavulin 16 Yr$48.00
Talisker 10 Yr$27.00

Cordials

Absinthe$12.00
Amaretto di Saronno$10.00
Aperol$10.00
Bailey's$10.00
Benedictine$10.00
Campari$14.00
Chartreuse Green$17.00
Cointreau$12.00
Drambui$15.00
Fernet$12.00
Branca Menta$12.00
Frangelico$10.00
Grand Marnier$12.00
Kahlua$10.00
Lillet Blanc$12.00
Montenegro Amaro$15.00
Peach Schnapp's$10.00
Pernod$15.00
Prado Pastis$10.00
Sambuca Black$10.00
Sambuca White$10.00
St. George Pear$11.00
St. Germaine$11.00
Tuaca$10.00

What 4,512 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Lou1974
Philadelphia
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and very accommodating staff. Indoors was a little loud but outside on the patio is very calm.
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BougieandTheBeast
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience2
Was expecting much more intimate setting. Was very loud and tight quarters. Food was great. Service was lovely. But the atmosphere was more tourist bar than I believed.
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SnowBird
Minneapolis
87 reviews
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5.0
87 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
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Excellent food and excellent service. Kudos to Misha. We’ll be back.
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Dawn
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely dining experience in downtown Charleston. Our entrees were delicious as was dessert. The Chicken Framboise was tender and flavorful, and the chilled pea soul is a recommended starter. We enjoyed dining outside and look forward to do so again very soon!
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JanetB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
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Cody is the best server! The food is delicious! We love the proximity to the Music Hall.
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WalterW
Cleveland
18 reviews
3.0
18 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
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We got mussels and escargot for appetizers. The sauces were bland . We got coque a vin. Was not at all like we had in France. Heavy dark gravy and too much lardon. Drinks were average.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Busy but Great! Food was Outstanding and Service was Great! Very enjoyable dining experience! My wife and I enjoyed our evening out
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JanieG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
For perfect food, service, and ambience, head to Rue to Jean in Charleston, SC. You won't be disappointed!
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Debra
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Love 39 Rue de Jean. The escargot is wonderful. The arugula salad with the goat cheese, add a piece of salmon, is a great dinner!
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PaulH
Greater Boston
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Busy place. Mediocre food. Nice and helpful staff, but service was slow. Good beer selection. Our waitress was pleasant. Not anxious to go back.
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tatromanes
Charleston
9 reviews
vip
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall2food3service4ambience2
We went there for my birthday and had the reservation for almost a month. They put two small bistro tables together for us. There was hardly anyone there. I asked to sit in a normal table with regular chairs. They put us on the other side at a normal table in the middle of everyone instead of a booth. Waiter was very nice, but very busy. Charcuterie ($24) was practically inedible - crostini included actually was inedible. House bread was yummy. My husband’s filet was great, my daughter’s potato soup was excellent, and my chicken francaise was fantastic. Daughter’s shrimp Provençal was not great - shrimp very fishy. They gave her some buttered noodles instead. Crème Brûlée was large and perfect. Here’s where I get “pouty” - no happy birthday, no special dessert, etc.
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Kathleen
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Cody was a fabulous waiter! The Chicken Francaise was perfect!
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the second time I came here and I was just as happy! The food is worth what you pay for and the portions were perfect! 10/10 will be coming back next time I come to Charleston!
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RobertH
Houston
24 reviews
vip
2.0
24 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience2
I was disappointed in the entire experience. 2 glasses of wine, one appetizer, 2 entrees, one dessert and 2 coffees = $150??? Not my ideal meal.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Food was good. Nice atmosphere. Got noisy later in evening
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MrEntertainment
Orlando
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tuesday Half-price Mussels & 1/2 Fried Goat Cheese Salad excellent. Chicken Francaise good. Blanc wine and Crown Royal Whiskey Manhattan on rocks good. Attentive service with good answere to our questions by waiter Cody appreciated.
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IrynaN
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was good,food, service, wine. We had trout and wine from France. We are back tonight for mussels.
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TF22
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Came for restaurant week but ended up ordering from the main menu. The short rib was amazing. Will definitely come back for another visit soon!
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KentB
Hawaii
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and its preparation was outstanding with an excellent wait staff. Had the.Rabbit with Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes, a must have again on our next visit.
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SuzyP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience, food was delicious. The servers very helpful and nice to speak to.
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EricG
Charleston
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
The service and food were great, but the bar service was poor.
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DavidM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came to eat there after concert. I made reservation ahead of time. Greeter was pleasant and was seated promptly. Our server was helpful with menu and wine list. Ambiance was great and food was delicious. I will visit there again.
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MarilynS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Nice place for a dinner with friends. Arrived after a concert; our reserved table was ready and waiting for us. Good service from a friendly, efficient waiter and excellent, creative preparation of salad, entree and dessert. Bar menu also good. Appreciated the hospitality of fresh bread and butter served with our wine cocktails before dinner.
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Ruthie
Kansas City
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
The waitstaff did the best they could seeing that they were significantly understaffed. The noise level high, making it difficult to have a conversation. The food was great.
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eatwell
Charleston
71 reviews
vip
4.0
71 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
The food and the service were excellent. The noise level was louder than usual. Overall, this restaurant is an excellent choice.
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NCFoodie
Western NC
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food. Appetizer and main were delicious.
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KimberlyP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
This was our first visit to 39 Rue de Jean amd we were not disappointed!! The food was absolutely amazing and the short ribs was one of the best meals I have ever had in a restaurant!! All compliments to the chef!
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LindaF
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall3food1service3ambience3
The pork tenderloin I ordered was pink and bloody. Now I believe I have experienced trichinosis.
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DanielleW
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had our anniversary dinner here 9/14/23. We enjoyed the three course meal they offered. Wow!! It was amazing! The atmosphere was just what we hoped for…quaint, soft lighting, Charleston architecture, an energetic vibe yet relaxing. The service was top notch. I highly recommend it! (Be sure to make a dinner reservation as this is a popular choice)
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Polly
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Upbeat City Vibe. Good food, reasonably priced, plenty of elbow room. Conveniently located close to Visitor Center parking and Dash bus. A perfect choice for our one day visit to Charleston.
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Robmark
Treasure Coast
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
My husband had the lamb Tbone, he said it was delicious, but the sauce was a bit sweet, I had the chicken, very tender and the Brussels sprouts were awesome, it came with gnocchi,which is not my favorite to begin with, and I believe they were store bought, so the waitress asked if I would like mashed potatoes, of course I said yes because I love mashed potatoes, they were instant and very salty. We came to Charleston to eat our way thru the town. It was good, I would definitely give them another try.
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JenniferC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect. I marked moderate for noise because I took my parents and they are older so the volume for them was loud. They shared that they love the vibe, but since older hearing was a bit of an issue.
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MichaelC
Charleston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience3
Communication was poor. Served entree before appetizer. Couple next to me didn’t receive their order as requested. Same for the couple sitting next to them. Bartender was more interested in socializing than serving his guests. My entree ended up being the one that was brought to me earlier. When I received the bill, I was charged with two entrees. Absolutely no attention to detail.
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and very solid bread. Coq au von was the best thing I’ve had eating out in a while. Cool atmosphere. Fun location right on king.
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TerryC
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The ambiance was warm and inviting. Our server was excellent. The food was amazing. We will definitely be back when we visit Charleston again.
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KaraA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about it was perfect! From the cocktail to desert it was spectacular!
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great food and perfect atmosphere for a work dinner. The mussels and escargot were highlights.
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ShirleyS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, great service and ambience. Will come back
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ChsCulinaryTours
Charleston
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love Rue de Jean. Always a must-do when out with friends, if only to soak up some pistou with their baguette.
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JimfromSachseTX
Salt Lake City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Restaurant mote casual than I thought based on website. Good food; very good service. Public parking was within 0.3mi
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

39 Rue de Jean - Charleston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 722-8881.

39 Rue de Jean - Charleston is rated 4.4 stars by 4512 OpenTable diners.

39 Rue de Jean - Charleston 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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 3, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

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Google Map for 39 Rue de Jean - Charleston

39 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
King St. and John Street
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sunday Dinner Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
French, French American, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Marcus Shell
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.facebook.com/RuedeJean/
Phone number
(843) 722-8881
Catering
We cater through our sister company Events by Good Food. Please contact Tristan Whisenant, General Manager of Upstairs of 39 Rue de Jean at (843) 725-5959 ext. 2 or request more information at eventsbygoodfood.com.
Private party facilities
The Upstairs at Rue event space offers a private dining room that can be transformed to host professional gatherings or celebratory affairs, accommodating up to 200 guests. This unique space, overlooking Upper King street, features vaulted ceilings, exposed brick and a private entrance. Upstairs at 39 Rue de Jean is located in the heart of Downtown Charleston. The venue maintains the charm of the city’s historic architecture while allowing the versatility to create an atmosphere appropriate for your special event. Please contact Tristan Whisenant, General Manager of Upstairs of 39 Rue de Jean at (843) 725-5959 ext. 2 or request more information with the provided inquiry form.

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39 Rue de Jean - Charleston

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Additional information

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Half off Mussels on Tuesdays!

Chicken Francaise

Escargots

Fried Goat Cheese Salad

Hors d'Oeuvres & Salads

Onion Soup Gratinee$11.00

Truffle Potato Soup$11.00

Chilled Pea Soup$11.00

Semolina Fried Veal Sweetbreads$15.00

Smoked Seafood Salad$16.00

Steak Tartare*$15.00

Escargots$13.00

Crispy Pork Belly$14.00

Chorizo Stuffed Portobello$12.00

Duck Rillette Croquettes$14.00

Charcuterie$14.00

Assiette A'Fromage$23.00

Traditional Caesar Salad$9.00

Fried Goat Cheese Salad$14.00

Bacon & Brussels$12.00

Moules en Five Preparations

Mariniere

Citrus & Saffron

Pistou

Red Curry

Vegetable Cream

Les Entrees

Short Rib$31.00

Coq au Vin$26.00

Grilled Salmon*$29.00

Shrimp Provençal$24.00

Seared Scallops*$32.00

Roasted Trout Amandine$29.00

Chicken Francaise$28.00

Grilled Bone-In Pork Chop*$29.00

Pan-Roasted Duck Breast*$32.00

Grilled Lamb Porterhouse*$34.00

Roasted Rabbit$36.00

Caprese Ravioli$24.00

Local Catch*$0.00

Angus Beef - Steak & Frites

8 oz Filet*$42.00

12 oz NY Strip*$39.00

Brasserie Burger

Brasserie Burger*$16.00

Les Accompaniments

Truffle Pommes Frites$9.00

Pommes Frites$8.00

Pommes Puree$8.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Haricot Verts$8.00

Bearnaise or Aioli$2.00

Asparagus Bearnaise$10.00

Baby Carrots$8.00

Cocktails

French 75$12.00

Hit Me$14.00

Pear-Amour$16.00

Artisinal Smash$13.00

Lost Plane$16.00

Cold Brew Martini$15.00

Non-Alcoholic

A Classic Blend$12.00

Samuel Adams "Just the Haze" IPA$8.00

Heineken Zero, Lager$7.00

Spiritless "Old Fashioned" Pour Over$11.00

Biere

Local/Regional

New Realm "Euphonia" Pilsner 5% ABV

Palmetto "Amber" Ale 5.8% ABV

Commonhouse "Red Fox Irish Ale" 5% ABV