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Ground Floor - Anson, Charleston, SC

Anson

4.9 (5071)
$50 and over
Southern
12 Anson St, Charleston, SC 29401

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Anson was named one of OpenTable's 50 Best Southern Restaurants in America for 2018 |

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 577-0551
  • Website
    http://ansonrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Shaun Connolly
  • Location
    12 Anson St, Charleston, SC 29401
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Parking details
    Parking on the street as well as a pay-lot next to the restaurant and across the street.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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Menu

Anson's menu was last updated on 9/8/2023.

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What 5,071 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Best Ambiance

  • South Carolina

    Southern

  • Charleston

    Best Overall

  • Charleston

    Best Food

  • Charleston

    Best Service

  • Charleston

    Best Ambiance

  • Charleston

    Best Value

  • Charleston

    Great for fine wines

  • Charleston

    Romantic

  • Charleston

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Anson in Charleston is a standout dining gem, praised for its exceptional service and delectable food. Patrons rave about the "amazing service," "divine" goat cheese gnocchi, and "rich and silky" She Crab Soup. The atmosphere is charming and cozy, making it perfect for special occasions or a memorable meal.
5,071 Reviews

  1. Drew VIP

    Austin8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite restaurant in Charleston hands down. And that’s saying a lot with such a great restaurant scene! Book dinner here. You won’t regret it!!

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  2. Frank

    South Carolina2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Anson's doesn't disappoint. The Flounder rocks and their steaks were perfect

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  3. Rick VIP

    Denver / Colorado21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dinner in Charleston so far..we will definitely come back again!

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  4. Amy VIP

    Central Kentucky25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a must when we are in Charleston! Simply wonderful!

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  5. Russ VIP

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful. Food and service wonderful! Highly recommend

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  6. Tria VIP

    New York City14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about Anson is exceptional!! The hospitality, food and atmosphere are all amazing. We dined here twice during our most recent trip to Charleston and our server was so attentive to our son…she went above and beyond. A few standout menu items: any steak dish, brussel sprouts, mashed potatoes, lobster bucatini and the pan roasted grouper.

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  7. Francis

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite restaurant in Charleston!!! And we have eaten at all of them!

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Columbus2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was outstanding - I have no complaints!

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  9. Rachelle VIP

    Atlanta9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a beautiful entrance to a charming restaurant. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. We absolutely loved our dinner and had a beautiful night. We will be back.

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  10. Susan VIP

    Columbus7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All if the food, from steaks to seafood was delicious. The service was attentive and friendly.

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FAQs

Anson offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 577-0551.

Anson is rated 4.9 stars by 5071 OpenTable diners.

Anson 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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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Anson

12 Anson St, Charleston, SC 29401

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking on the street as well as a pay-lot next to the restaurant and across the street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Shaun Connolly
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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