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Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Charleston

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best service in Charleston? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steak House - Charleston
4.9
4.9 (15)
$31 to $50
Brazilian Steakhouse
North Charleston
About the restaurant
Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse – Authentic Churrascaria in North Charleston

Formerly Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse, Lasso Gaucho brings the bold flavors of Brazil to North Charleston with an authentic rodizio-style experience. Enjoy 16 cuts of fire-roasted USDA Prime beef, lamb, pork, and chicken, carved tableside by our skilled Gaucho chefs. Our gourmet salad bar features over 30 fresh selections, plus six hot Brazilian dishes to complement your meal.

Pair your feast with a classic caipirinha, fine South American wines, or a selection from our full bar. End with a decadent Brazilian dessert.

Conveniently located near Charleston International Airport, Lasso Gaucho is perfect for romantic dinners, group celebrations, and corporate events. Experience the best Brazilian steakhouse in Charleston with world-class hospitality and bold, unforgettable flavors!
Top review
Isadora
Dined 3 days ago
It was delicious! They did an outstanding job rebranding this location! Food and price was incredible!
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Maison
4.9
4.9 (1819)
$31 to $50
French
Downtown Charleston
About the restaurant
Maison is a French Bistro located in downtown Charleston, SC. Our concept is food forward with bright, balanced beverages to compliment. Maison's cuisine is inspired by classic French fare recreated with a breath of modernity and local influence. Tradition meets au courant innovation. The space is intimate and paralleled with energy.
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christine
Dined 5 days ago
Always superb Menu changes often and seems to get better every visit. Highly professional service and comfortable space.
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Happy Hour at Maison
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Burwell's Stone Fire Grill
4.9
4.9 (3710)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Downtown Charleston
About the restaurant
Diners Choice Ten years running, aligned with extraordinary cocktail bar, make this 14 N Market Street stop a must for steak and seafood lovers. Burwell’s is a true leader in progressing hospitality, from use of the entire resource to local ingredients not harmful to our communities or environment. From shrimp to beef, you’ll only taste the best at Burwell’s. One of a kind, unlike any steakhouse back home, and one of the must visits in Charleston. Visit while in the historic Market Distirct.

You can expect a casual, thoughtful design features highlighting Charleston and its rich history throughout. Burwell’s takes great pride in being approachable to all, with high craft memorable food, ensuring guests a warm and welcoming Charleston visit. Don't miss the Wagyu!

Best place to dine in the low country - South Magazine
One of Charleston’s “local favorites” - bon appetit grub crawl

Walk-ins welcome, Burwell’s popular bar is available for full menu dining

Plenty of parking near by



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Crystal
Dined 5 days ago
Great as always !!! Service food and drinks . I love telling folks about this place !
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Camellias
4.9
4.9 (329)
$31 to $50
Afternoon Tea
Downtown Charleston
About the restaurant
Reservations are not accepted for Standard Service.
Reservations are required for Afternoon Tea and Special Experiences.

Discover an unparalleled Afternoon Tea experience at Camellias, where design and architecture intertwine to create a breathtaking wonder inspired by the renowned Fabergé jewels. Step into a realm of elegance and sophistication, where every detail, from the etched mirror ceiling to the dazzling crystal chandelier, exudes opulence and charm.

Located in the heart of Charleston, Camellias presents an Afternoon Tea seating that stands as an essential experience for any bucket list.

Adults | 65.00
Children’s Tea (ages under 12) | 42.00
Crown Tea | 78.00

Pricing reflects a per-person pricing based on seats reserved.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made no later than 24 hours prior to your reservation. Failure to cancel 24 hours before your reservation will result in a $25/per person fee.
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SarahVIP
Dined 6 days ago
This is our third time celebrating our birthdays at Camillia‘s and it never disappoints! The service always is fantastic with great attention to detail, the food is delicious and it’s just a memorable fun experience!
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Anson
4.9
4.9 (5061)
$50 and over
Southern
Downtown Charleston
About the restaurant
Anson was named one of OpenTable's 50 Best Southern Restaurants in America for 2018 |
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JoeVIP
Dined 7 days ago
great find in Charleston. from the time we walked in the door to the time we walked out amazing service and wonderful food! look forward to our next visit!
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Whole Crispy Flounder
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Sorghum & Salt
4.7
4.7 (397)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
Downtown Charleston
About the restaurant
Vegetable & seafood driven small plates with a seasonal, always-revolving menu served in a trendy, industrial setting combining upscale fare with a laid back experience. Our tasting menu is available in the entire restaurant 6 days a week. Selected for OpenTables "Top 10 Diners' Choice Winners in Charleston" in 2021!

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AlbertoVIP
Dined on Jun 7, 2025
One of our best meals in Charlotte. The flavors were all delicious and had a great variety of Vegetarian and Vegan options.
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O-Ku
4.9
4.9 (2867)
$30 and under
Japanese
Downtown Charleston
About the restaurant
O-Ku, a Japanese restaurant in Charleston, South Carolina, is a triumph of execution and concept. The restaurant's menu is a modern take on traditional Japanese cuisine, and it features fresh, seasonal ingredients that are prepared with care. The dishes are beautifully presented, and the flavors are both complex and delicate. Focused on incorporating authentically Japanese flavors into the fare, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature contemporary Japanese entrées and traditional sushi of the season reflecting the uniquely designed space. Guests can enjoy chef specialties including kurobuta pulled pork don-buri, braised short rib with shiso pesto, coconut curry, and hakozushi a box-style sushi. A wide variety of nigiri, sashimi and crudos are also available. The beverage program at O-Ku is a sophisticated blend of specialty cocktails, premium sake, bubbles, red and white wines and unique beer selections.
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Brooke
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent!! Service exceptional. Food fantastic.
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Jackrabbit Filly
4.8
4.8 (268)
$30 and under
Chinese
North Charleston
About the restaurant
Jackrabbit Filly proudly serves award-winning, heritage driven New Chinese American cuisine in the heart of Park Circle, North Charleston. Our ingredients support local farmers and fishermen. Our wines are all-natural and support women producers. And our cocktail list supports a good time. We can't wait to have you in!
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Marie
Dined 6 days ago
Always delicious and a wonderful experience at Jackrabbit Filly!
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The Establishment
4.8
4.8 (2818)
$50 and over
Seafood
Downtown Charleston
About the restaurant
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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DavidVIP
Dined 5 days ago
The genuine care and hospitality along with amazing food… best experience of our trip to Savannah and Charleston.
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Tempest
4.7
4.7 (2457)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Downtown Charleston
About the restaurant
Tempest has been named the country’s #1 new restaurant by readers of USA Today’s travel guide, 10Best. Located on Market Street, in the former historic Harriott Pinckney Home for Sailors, next door to sister location Church and Union Charleston. Tempest features hyper-local, sustainable Coastal Modern-American food, with a seasonal menu curated by Chef Adam Hodgson and Bravo Top Chef Alum Chef Jamie Lynch.

Tempest’s noteworthy raw and roast menu features both chilled and charcoal roasted options, with a variety of meats, pastas, fresh produce, and chef curated accompaniments that go beyond the sea, offering a taste for every palate.
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Natalie
Dined 4 days ago
Cameron was an amazing server! Food and ambience were perfect. Chef kiss on the roasted oysters and milk bread rolls! Filet cooked to perfection.
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