Peninsula Grill

Name: Peninsula Grill
Address: 112 North Market Street, Charleston, SC, United States, 29401
Telephone: (843) 723-0700
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

6795 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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This AAA Four-Diamond restaurant located in the very heart of Charleston’s famed Historic District has been recognized by Departures, Condé Nast Traveler, Food & Wine, The New York Times, Southern Living, Travel + Leisure, Wine Spectator, and others for serving the finest and freshest ingredients sourced locally and globally.

With velvet-lined walls in shimmering oyster tones, woven seagrass, and indigenous cypress molding, the Peninsula Grill Dining Room ambiance is supper club sumptuousness. The Peninsula Grill Champagne Bar is an intimate jewel box space that offers several outstanding champagnes by the glass and a delicious bar menu.

Peninsula Grill is a proud member of Relais & Châteaux, an exclusive collection of restaurants and hotels in romantic destinations around the world. Business casual attire. Online Reservations are only for the Main Dining Room, Please call to book an outdoor table.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 3, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 39 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
American, Southern
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 723-0700
Website
http://www.peninsulagrill.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Jacket Preferred
Executive chef
Kalen Fortuna
Private party facilities
In Charleston, the most delightful & most memorable private dining events take place at Peninsula Grill. When exceptional cuisine and world-class service are combined with a lush garden courtyard, a beautifully restored circa 1844 building, and three private dining venues, the result is spectacular.
Private party contact
Monica Connetta: (843) 579-1677

Location
112 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Cross street
Meeting Street
Parking details
Off street parking available with a parking garage on Hayne street
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Oysters on the Half Shell (6)$22.00
with Champagne Mignonette and Horseradish Cocktail Sauce
Osetra, Kaluga and Siberian Caviar
Potato Blini, Onion, Hard Egg, Clabber Cream
- Golden Imperial Osetra$225.00
- Kaluga$175.00
- Siberian Sturgeon$125.00
Lobster "3 Way" Lobster Ravioli, Lobster Tempura and Sautéed Lobster$21.00
Warm Tomato-Basil Beurre Monté
Burrata Salad$22.00
Roasted Heirloom Carrots, Smoky Fig Jam, Cashew Butter, Fig, Aged Balsamic, Toasted Cashews
Beef Tartare$21.00
Tomato Mustard Aioli, Six Minute Egg, Caper, Gherkin, Dill, Horseradish, Aged Cheddar, Egg Salad, Smoked Trout Roe
Seared Foie Gras$29.00
Macadamia Bread, Smoked Pineapple Chutney, Macadamia Cinnamon butter, Pickled Pineapple and Minus 8 Vinegar

First Courses

She Crab Soup$15.00
Jumbo Lump Crab, Sherry Drizzle
Caesar Salad$16.00
Local Romaine, Lemon and Sweet Garlic Dressing, Brown Butter Crumble, White Anchovy, Idiazabal Cheese
Local Greens Salad$15.00
Local Pears, Golden Beets, Black Berries, Radish, Baby Herbs, Bruleed Goat Cheese, Hazelnuts, Pear Vinaigrette

Seasonal Specialties

Pan Roasted Heritage Duck Breast$49.00
Local Mushroom Risotto, Summer Peas, Cranberry, Aged Padano Cheese, Crispy Mushroom
Roasted "Charleston" Rack of Lamb$65.00
Port Poached Pear, Pecan, Sweet Potato Puree, Stilton Pear Jus
Pan Seared Diver Scallops$59.00
Roasted Local Spaghetti Squash, Pumpkin Gnocchi, Maine Lobster, Caper Beurre Noisette
Free Range Joyce Farms Chicken Breast$35.00
Local Field Peas, Butterbeans, and Tasso Ham Cassoulet, Smoked Tomato Jus

USDA Prime Beef & Chops

8 oz Center Cut Filet$65.00
16 oz New York Strip$60.00
16 oz Rib-Eye$65.00
26oz Porterhouse$135.00
32oz Ribeye Tomahawk$150.00
18 oz Double Cut Pork Chop$45.00

Seafood

8 oz Grilled Salmon$38.00
8 oz Grilled Swordfish$45.00

Enhancements

Seared Foie Gras$25.00
Oscar Style$25.00
Maine Lobster Tail$35.00

Sauces

Foie Gras-Truffle Butter
Brandy-Peppercorn Jus
Peninsula Grill Signature Steak Sauce
Ginger-Lime Beurre Blanc
Maitre d' Butter
Classic Béarnaise

Side Dishes

Asparagus with Béarnaise$12.00
Goat Cheese Smashed Potatoes$12.00
Field Peas and Butterbeans$12.00
Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes$12.00
Ginger Creamed Spinach$12.00
Roasted Mushrooms$12.00

What 6,795 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Charleston
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Charleston
Great for fine wines
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SharonP
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
The lamb was fantastic and swordfish was a 10! Portion size perfect for me but my husband could have a bit bigger piece of fish and more mashed potato’s! Our server was so friendly, efficient and sweet! Of course, the coconut cake that they are famous for did NOT DISAPPOINT!!!! Delicious!
SD
ShaunaD
Charleston
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great enjoyed! Service and food was amazing
a
amyg
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service and the food was spectacular!
DB
DenisB
Charleston
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall1food2service3ambience1
Menu dull anf lackrd imahonayion. Where were the shrimp? Expensive anf fisappointing!
JE
JENB
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was superb…service was excellent. Lovely experience.
GJ
GJM2107
New York Area
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I am a repeat diner at the Peninsula Grill, that is, every time I come to Charleston. This is a restaurant that you cannot miss when considering dinner. My party of three had the swordfish and fillet mignon; all cooked perfectly, and served with professionalism. Possibly the best kitchen in Charleston.
PC
PhilC
San Francisco
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food. Lawrence was a great server. Knowledgeable and attentive
S
Sulu
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food , service, and ambiance.
MA
MarieA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect low key yet friendly. We had a lovely server and a warm welcome. It is a special place we like to dine whenever we are in town.
C
Christav
Hawaii
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pre Thanksgiving mother and daughter dinner. The coconut cake lived up to its hype.
PW
PhilW
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Server rushed us at first, wine poured on our table, the burrata was barely enough to call burrata in the starter…. I had to pour my own wine after the second glass. Entrées perfectly cooked… service was suitable… I would return.
BR
BruceR
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wonderful menu, many interesting choices. I enjoyed the wine menu as it had a broad variety. Staff was attentive and helpful
TM
TomM
West Palm Beach
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall3food5service3ambience3
I thought the dining room would be more elegant. We shared an entree and our waitress seemed to frown down on that. I think we only received half of it but it was very good. I didn’t think it was as great as the hype. The bar was the best part.
SK
SceoneK
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
My husband didn’t have on a shirt with a collar so they didn’t let us into the dinning room. Nowhere on the reservation did it say there needed to be a shirt with a collar. It was awkward, bartender was greater, server was ok, food was good maybe not worthy the price . It seemed pretentious and snotty. Not worth it in my opinion.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Steak was amazing! Our waiter awesome and was from NY where we live- small world! You definitely have to go here!
ES
EricS
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic service, great food, phenomenal cocktails, recognized the significance of our visit that was not lost on us. It was a splurge considering our typical evenings out, but we’ll have lasting memories
D
Dukester
Raleigh
34 reviews
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Always fantastic dining
NB
NancyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hands down, the BEST meal we have had in a very long time! Steaks were impeccable! Lobster trio and Buratta dish were phenomenal. And of course the coconut cake did not disappoint. Service was amazing - Thank you for champagne toast and macaroons for our anniversary- such a nice touch.
P
Pappy
Charleston
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience5
Our server could have been more attentive, tea glass was empty for 15 minutes before server refilled. She crab soup was watery and not up to Charleston standards. Rest of the meal was exceptional.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience3
The food was fantastic and the cake is everything they said it would be.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lawrence did a great job!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely excellent! True fine dining. Outstanding menu variety and wine list exceptional. First class start to finish. Must try coconut cake - one piece is enough for four to share - worth it
t
teresahs
Charleston
92 reviews
vip
5.0
92 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Peninsula Grill is always perfection. My husband and I had a wonderful dinner with friends. We all raved about the food. The ambiance of PG is subtly elegant in a very Charleston kind of way.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The only disappointment was that there was no banana pudding.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience5
Nice, simple, easy steakhouse.
ZI
ZITA
New England
263 reviews
vip
5.0
263 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Peninsula Grill is one of the best restaurants in Charleston for many reasons. The food is delicious and presented impeccably. The servers are excellent especially James, he is knowledgeable about the menu, extremely pleasant, professional and very efficient. The cocktails are fantastic. I found the chef flexible with special requests. Lastly, they are known for the coconut layer cake!! Devine.
CR
CraigR
Treasure Coast
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful decor and outside dinning. Par excellence on Chef and Menu. A must eat place in Historic Charleston.
MF
MaryF
Jacksonville
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
I waitress was excellent. Food service and prep was good. Very noisy. Hard to hear across the table.
MW
MaggieW
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it and will be back. The atmosphere was lovely and the food was fantastic.
AN
AnnN
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was just outstanding in every way. Went there for a special birthday with friends. Coconut cake was the best!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
It was fine. Didn’t wow me for the price we paid. Food left us with a lot to be desired. Very expensive as well
CG
CharlesG
New England
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service. Food quality was superb.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and experience!
C
Carlos
Charleston
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
The service was excellent. Also, the dinner roll was delicious. However, my rack of lamb was tough. The large birthday party at the next table was so loud that it made conversations difficult. All in all, I felt that the menu was overpriced.
M
Margo
Dallas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding venue with wonderful food and service. Our waiter was great. A bit formal with lovely white table cloths. Also, a bit pricey.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Jackson Hole
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always excellent.
DJ
DannyJ
Detroit
28 reviews
vip
3.0
28 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
The pork chop was well prepared but a little saltier than ideal. The chicken dish was actually terrible. It was rubbery and tasteless. We had to send back the cocktails as they were not well crafted. Stick with the champagne as they have a nice selection. The atmosphere is very loud making it very difficult to have a conversation without shouting.
JC
JenniferC
Hawaii
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Disappointed in the food selection and in the quality and taste of the food
P
Phillip
Charlotte
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent steak. Top service
KM
KateM
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A memorable night…excellent food…coconut cake is a must👍….great service!

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Peninsula Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 6795 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 3, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 39 times today

112 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401

Additional information

Cross street
Meeting Street
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Southern
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Jacket Preferred
Parking details
Off street parking available with a parking garage on Hayne street
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Kalen Fortuna
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.peninsulagrill.com/
Phone number
(843) 723-0700
Private party facilities
In Charleston, the most delightful & most memorable private dining events take place at Peninsula Grill. When exceptional cuisine and world-class service are combined with a lush garden courtyard, a beautifully restored circa 1844 building, and three private dining venues, the result is spectacular.
Private party contact
Monica Connetta: (843) 579-1677

Peninsula Grill

Make a reservation

Additional information

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The Ultimate Coconut Cake

She Crab Soup

Maine Lobster Tail

Champagne Bar Menu

Oysters on the Half Shell (6)$22.00

Osetra, Kaluga and Siberian Caviar

Lobster "3 Way" Lobster Ravioli, Lobster Tempura and Sautéed Lobster$21.00

Burrata Salad$22.00

Beef Tartare$21.00

Seared Foie Gras$29.00

First Courses

She Crab Soup$15.00

Caesar Salad$16.00

Local Greens Salad$15.00

Seasonal Specialties

Pan Roasted Heritage Duck Breast$49.00

Roasted "Charleston" Rack of Lamb$65.00

Pan Seared Diver Scallops$59.00

Free Range Joyce Farms Chicken Breast$35.00

USDA Prime Beef & Chops

8 oz Center Cut Filet$65.00

16 oz New York Strip$60.00

16 oz Rib-Eye$65.00

26oz Porterhouse$135.00

32oz Ribeye Tomahawk$150.00

18 oz Double Cut Pork Chop$45.00

Seafood

8 oz Grilled Salmon$38.00

8 oz Grilled Swordfish$45.00

Enhancements

Seared Foie Gras$25.00

Oscar Style$25.00

Maine Lobster Tail$35.00

Sauces

Foie Gras-Truffle Butter

Brandy-Peppercorn Jus

Peninsula Grill Signature Steak Sauce

Ginger-Lime Beurre Blanc

Maitre d' Butter

Classic Béarnaise

Side Dishes

Asparagus with Béarnaise$12.00

Goat Cheese Smashed Potatoes$12.00

Field Peas and Butterbeans$12.00

Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes$12.00

Ginger Creamed Spinach$12.00

Roasted Mushrooms$12.00

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