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Coast Bar & Grill – Charleston

4.4
4.4
4118 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
Charleston’s freshest seafood, with laidback Lowcountry style. Coast’s chefs meet daily with local farmers and fishermen to procure the freshest seafood and produce available. Featuring wood-grilled fish, a raw bar, and a refreshing drink list. Open nightly from 5:00. Outdoor seating available.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 75 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (843) 722-8838

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Andrew Boyd

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown Charleston

  • Cross street

    King

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

  • Half off Wine on Sundays

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Enjoy half off all bottles of wine every Sunday!

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What 4,118 people are saying

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Charleston

    Most Booked

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  1. SteveB

    New England

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hidden Gem just off King Street. Amazing fresh seafood cooked perfectly. Great, friendly staff. Highly recommend.
  2. Satisfied

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Enjoyed dinner skylar was attentive without being intrusive Not happy with the “non cash” surcharge
  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Overpriced and very bland. We went based on online recommendations-I would not return
  4. Renee

    Little Rock

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My husband and I are in town for a short vacation. Was look for a restaurant near our hotel. This restaurant exceeded our expectations. Great meal and excellent service. Highly recommend.
  5. JessicaJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The crab dip was fantastic! Got some bubbles for being in our honeymoon!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Brothers trip to Charleston and having a dog with us we were looking for high rated dog friendly restaurants. This was a good one! Welcomed us and Ollie
  7. KirstenA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a lovely place tucked into a quiet alley! Our server Anna was exceptional!!! Food and drinks were excellent. Will definitely visit again when I return to Charleston!
  8. Mare

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere and food. Our server was awesome. Loved it!
  9. PaulA

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was incredible. The mixed drinks, food, location and staff were the best. We really had a great time would def go again when visiting Charleston.
  10. SharonB

    Baltimore

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Our server was wonderful. If only I could remember his name. I had a salad and the mussels. The mussels were excellent and very flavorful. I wish the salad had less tortilla chips pieces and bacon and more veggies and dark leafy greens. Overall it was a pleasant experience.
  11. Clay

    Coastal Georgia

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    This was our first time there. It was very good. The food was tasty and well presented. It was also fast. The server was good, more relaxed that we are use to however I am sure that is an age thing on our part :). We will return and I recommend this to anyone.
  12. nancyg

    Philadelphia

    42 reviews

    4.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The hostess was pretty off-putting, which wasn’t a good start. She told us to wait outside. Our server, however, made up for it, after we got seated. She was very personable and knew the menu well. The food was good, though not outstanding. I shared the grilled swordfish with my friend, and after a salad, which was huge and thankfully also shared, we both had plenty to eat. My husband’s she-crab soup was good, but cold (he didn’t think intentionally), as were his scallops. The noise level is a bit high, since the walls are brick. But a fun place and very busy.
  13. RickM

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Interesting alley setting. Excellent service and great food. Prices are also very reasonable for Charleston.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    Terrible service. Cold food. Entrees came out wrong. Been going since they opened. This was garbage.
  15. Awesome

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Food was totally average, but prices didn’t seem to match. The vibe is very casual
  16. NancyW

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We dine at this restaurant every time we visit Charleston. The seafood is fresh and the preparation takes advantage of that by creating a menu that lets the seafood be the "star" on the plate. The ambiance is tourist friendly, meaning that you can dress up or casual and still feel comfortable here. And you can have a conversation with your dinner companions without shouting. Wait staff is friendly, knowledgeable and attentive without being overbearing. There is an open kitchen, so if you want to see your food being prepared, you can do that. During busy tourist weeks, Coast gets crowded, so reservations are recommended (open for dinner only). Look for this place down the alley near the Charleston Music Hall. Find it once and you'll be back again.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was such a delightful meal! I was here for a conference and took a break and wanted to get out of the hotel. The service from our waitress, Lora Ann, was fabulous. All her recommendations were spot on! However, the hostess was rude and very inappropriately dressed! Really odd to see her attire in such a wonderful restaurant.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and drinks! Loved the laid back ambience and outdoor courtyard! Our server, Kerri, was delightful! Convenient street parking or in lot directly across the street! Just what we needed on our trip up north!
  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and Service was great! Ash was our server, he was excellent!
  20. LouieS

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All good on time with everything Service was great
  21. SaraN

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent service and recommendations from our waitress. Our favorite meal of our time in Charleston!
  22. DonnaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great dinner here! Our server was very sweet, and the food was excellent! It was quiet enough that we were able to visit and enjoy our conversation. Highly recommend!
  23. Crangee

    Washington DC

    33 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience3
    The service was fantastic! The rest was basic at best. The food was lackluster and overpriced for a flavorless and overcooked meal. Our entire party was disappointed. The cocktails were basic and had primarily juice with little alcohol. The manager was pleasant and appreciated the opportunity to correct the problems but bad food can’t be corrected. All we could say was “we ate” and it was a $50 hard lesson to learn.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were great!! I had the fish special and my husband had blackened swordfish. Other te prepared perfectly!!
  25. Coast031523

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Waiter was very courteous, helpful, and knowledgeable. The food was very good. Only less than excellent experience was that the hostess was less than welcoming, but that wouldn't deter us from visiting again.
  26. Mike

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The food, service, pricing for the meal and ambiance were excellent. I felt nickled-and-dimed for drinks - charge, sur- charge and then $1.00 for ice?
  27. Bella

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing food and service, definitely would recommend.
  28. digame05

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First time at this premier Charleston restaurant, and our experience was amazing. We had "Skylar" as our waitress & she was extremely pleasant, very knowledgable & gave us great recommendations for our entrees. Even down to the "enhancement sauces" for our seafood & she "nailed it"!! We'll go back there on our next visit to The Low Country.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Food was Fair. Not very welcoming at the host station. No creative NA drink options. Food was ok…definitely overpriced. Server was the best part of the experience—she was lovely.
  30. DonW

    Charleston

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter, Thomas was fabulous we were a party of 6 and he was on spot— Bartenders were fabulous as well
  31. RobynH

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Mahi was delicious and crab dip was fabulous.
  32. DeniseG

    Atlanta Metro

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    There were 6 of us for dinner. My fish tacos and fries were really good. My husband’s shrimp and grits were ok. Those that ordered fish and a side ate everything so I assume it was good. The spinach/crab dip and calamari were also good.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great casual spot in Charleston, excellent food and our server was top notch
  34. quietdiners

    Charleston

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been going for years. Best seafood. Service is fast.
  35. janiceb

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Not impressed with the food. Not planning on returning
  36. Anne

    Charleston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall3food1service5ambience4
    Appetizer (calamari) was good. Great mojito. I ordered the Baja fish tacos and had to send them back (I can’t remember ever sending food back). The fish tasted burned and it was loaded with cabbage with no sauce. I couldn’t eat it. The waitress was awesome and let me order something else. I ordered the swordfish with crab etoufee and cornbread. Again, the fish tasted burned, like a dirty grill. The etoufee was ok. The cornbread was soggy. Cool atmosphere and attentive wait staff, but I won’t be back.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Smiling faces and patience in service to patrons. Awesome experience!!!
  38. DwayneP

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great place!! Everything about Coast is amazing. Came to celebrate a birthday and definitely to the right place. Food and service were phenomenal, server even brought dessert with a candle!! Can't speak highly enough about the evening. Thanks to everyone 😏
  39. LisaK

    New England

    18 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Decent food the swordfish was a tad overdone and thin but tasty. The Brussel sprouts were delish. Laid back spot for a casual dinner
  40. Unique

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an anniversary dinner and given a free dessert! Enjoyed so much the dinner. One of the very best in Charlestton!

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
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Coast Bar & Grill – Charleston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 722-8838.

Coast Bar & Grill – Charleston is rated 4.4 stars by 4118 OpenTable diners.

Coast Bar & Grill – 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 75 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Coast Bar & Grill – Charleston

39-D John Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    King

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown Charleston

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Andrew Boyd

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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