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Peninsula Grill

Name: Peninsula Grill
Address: 112 North Market Street, Charleston, SC, United States, 29401
Telephone: (843) 723-0700
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

$50 and over

American

112 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Romantic

Peninsula Grill is an AAA Four-Diamond restaurant located in the heart of Charleston’s renowned Historic District. It has garnered recognition from prestigious publications such as Departures, Condé Nast Traveler, Food & Wine, The New York Times, Southern Living, Travel + Leisure, and Wine Spectator.

The Peninsula Grill Dining Room exudes the luxurious atmosphere of a supper club, with velvet-lined walls in shimmering oyster tones, woven seagrass accents, and indigenous cypress molding. Adjacent to the dining area, the Peninsula Grill Champagne Bar is an intimate jewel-box space offering a selection of champagnes.

A proud member of Relais & Châteaux, an exclusive collection of exceptional restaurants and hotels in romantic destinations worldwide, Peninsula Grill invites guests to experience unparalleled dining. Business casual attire is requested, with collared shirts required for gentlemen in the Dining Room.

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Executive chef: Courtney Van Dyke

From the OpenTable editors: It’s always a special time at Peninsula Grill, a AAA Four Diamond Restaurant inside Charleston’s historic Planters Inn. Start with a drink in the Champagne bar before taking a seat in the brick courtyard surrounded by Palmetto trees and carriage lanterns. The Lowcountry menu offers elegant seafood towers, thick steaks and chops, and the Opulent Spud topped with caviar and gold leaf. Don’t miss the signature 12-layer coconut cake and the award-winning wine list.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Southern
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 723-0700
Website
http://www.peninsulagrill.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Jacket Preferred
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.

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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Classic Continental$20.00
Fresh Baked Muffin, Greek Yogurt, Fresh Fruit Your Choice of Cereal: Oatmeal, Corn Flakes, Bran Flakes, House Made Granola & Juice as well as House Blend Coffee or Hot Tea
Parfait$15.00
Greek Yogurt, Granola, Berries & Local Honey
Chia Overnight Oats$16.00
Chia Seeds, Oat Milk, Rolled Oats, Vanilla Bean, Strawberry Puree

Signature Breakfast

Served With Choice of Creamy Grits, Fruit & Berries, Home Fries

Southern Country Breakfast$24.00
Two Farm Fresh Eggs Any Style, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Country Sausage Patty, House Made Buttermilk Biscuit
Farm Fresh Omelette$22.00
Choice of Fillings: Goat, Cheddar, Ham, Onions, Tomato, Mushrooms, Spinach, Bell Peppers. Choice of: Applewood Smoked Bacon, Country Sausage Patty
Egg & Avocado Tartine$22.00
Two Sunny Side Eggs, Avocado, Tomato, Ciabatta Toast, Petite Greens, Radish, Everything Seasoning

Lowcountry Favorites

Shrimp & Grits$26.00
Local Shrimp, Country Ham. Peppers, Caramelized Onions, Tomato, Stone Ground Grits
Corned Beef Hash$24.00
Caramelized Onions, Crispy Home Fries, Two Eggs Any Style, Stone Ground Grits

Eggs Benedict Offerings

Traditional$24.00
English Muffin, Canadian Bacon, Poached Farm Fresh Eggs, Hollandaise
Cajun Shrimp$26.00
English Muffin, Local Pink Shrimp, Poached Farm Fresh Eggs, Avocado, Pickled Onion, Hollandaise
Steak & Eggs$24.00
English Muffin, Prime Petite Filet, Poached Farm Fresh Eggs, Grilled Tomato, Scallion, Hollandaise
Smoked Salmon$30.00
Smoked Salmon, Poached Eggs, Citrus Hollandaise

Something Sweet

Brioche French Toast$22.00
Chantilly Cream, Macerated Berries
Buttermilk Pancakes$20.00
Powdered Sugar, Macerated Berries
Ultimate Coconut Cake$17.00
Coconut Anglaise, Strawberries

Sides

Bacon, Sausage Patty, Country Ham, Fruit & Berries or Biscuit$6.00
Greek Yogurt, Creamy Grits, Toast or Home Fries$5.00

Coffee, Tea, & Juice

Selection of Juices$4.00
Choice of Orange juice, Cranberry Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Apple Juice or Tomato Juice
Coffee$4.75
Espresso$5.00
Latte$6.50
Hot Tea$6.75
Mocha$6.50
Macchiato$5.50
Cappuccino$6.50
Hot Chocolate$5.00

What 8,156 people are saying

Peninsula Grill 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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Charleston
Great for fine wines
Charleston
Romantic
Charleston
Good for special occasions
Charleston
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Peninsula Grill offers an elegant dining experience in Charleston, known for its "impeccable service" and "outstanding food." Diners rave about the consistency and quality of its dishes, from steaks to seafood, and especially the famous "coconut cake." The restaurant's sophisticated ambiance makes it perfect for special occasions.

8,156 Reviews

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Harvin
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely time and a great meal. The coconut cake lives up to the hype!
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Gustavo
Nashville1 review
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I visited this restaurant for a birthday celebration after hearing it was one of the standout spots in Charleston. Unfortunately, our experience didn’t match the reputation. Service was very slow from the beginning. I kept getting texts saying our table was ready, even though we had already been seated for over 30 minutes. It was confusing and gave the impression that the front-of-house operations weren’t well coordinated. I ordered the 8 oz filet medium rare, which turned out to be a thin end cut—not a proper center cut. It was overcooked on the outside to the point of being burnt and tough, and the middle was too thin to cook properly. I didn’t send it back because by then it was clear that getting a replacement would take too long. We also ordered the grouper special, which we were told came with a vegetable mix. It actually arrived with a lobster succotash. If we’d known it had shellfish, we wouldn’t have ordered it due to a mild allergy. For a $65 dish, being able to eat only part of it was disappointing. At the end of the meal, we asked for a single scoop of salted caramel ice cream just to mark the birthday. While the candle was complimentary, the ice cream was not—again, not a big deal, but it added to the overall feeling that this wasn’t a thoughtful or guest-focused experience. I really wanted this to be a great night, but it fell short across the board. For the price and the reputation, I expected much better.
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Jenny VIP
Charlotte22 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I are former locals and love Peninsula Grill. As a result, we were really looking forward to our date night at PG, and things started off on the right foot. Bradley at the bar was fantastic—friendly, attentive, and really made us feel welcome. His service was a highlight of the evening and exactly the kind of experience you’d expect at a place like PG. Once we were seated, though, the experience started to slip. We were placed side by side, facing out into the restaurant rather than toward each other. Maybe that works for people who want to see and be seen, but we were there for a date night and just wanted to connect. When we asked to be moved to a table where we could actually see each other, the request was accommodated albeit a bit transactional. Not a big deal but strange. Our server, Cory, was unfortunately pretty underwhelming. He wasn’t rude, just not very engaging. When we asked questions about the menu, his answers were vague and not especially helpful. Instead of guiding us through the experience, he seemed more focused on upselling extra courses, which felt a bit obvious. We were most excited about the famous PG coconut cake, but by the time we finished our entrees, we were too full to enjoy it at the table. We decided to take a slice to go. Cory brought it out with the check almost immediately—which seemed surprisingly fast. Back at our hotel, we realized why: the cake tasted several days old. It was dry, stale, and definitely not the fresh, iconic dessert we had been looking forward to. All in all, the evening had a great start, but the rest of the experience didn’t live up to the hype. We really wanted to love it, but between the awkward seating, mediocre service, and stale cake, it just missed the mark.
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Michael
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Peninsula Grill was fantastic! Service was on top of everything. Definitely recommend
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Howard
Southwest Florida7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing environment and experience. The food and the service were absolutely outstanding. Highly recommend server, Ben, as he made our 18th anniversary celebration very special.
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Kristina
Kansas City / Kansas9 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Impeccable service and Outstanding food! So glad we decided to celebrate our anniversary at the Peninsula Grill. Our server Michelle was wonderful. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. We weren’t rushed at all and loved sitting in the courtyard. We enjoyed raw oysters, caviar, a steak and grilled salmon. My husband commented it was the best salmon he’s ever eaten. We enjoyed cocktails, the manhattan and old fashion, and red wine with dinner. The wine and cocktail list is extensive and something for everyone. We ended the perfect evening with the famous coconut cake. I would absolutely go back .
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Patrick VIP
Atlanta14 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Peninsula Grill is so consistent and I know I can always rely on them to deliver when I have an important business dinner. In my opinion, a review of the Peninsula Grill begins and ends with “service.” It has always been consistent and well above average. The wait staff always knows the menu and specials well and can direct the dining party to the perfect choices. Next, the food is always consistently good. On this occasion, all three of us ordered the fish “special” of the day and it was wonderful. I cannot remember ever having a bad dish (whether appetizer, entree or dessert). Charleston has many great restaurants and Peninsula Grill is always in the top tier. Highly recommend!
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Rick VIP
Denver / Colorado21 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server Jessica was excellent. She went the extra mile to help celebrate my wife’s birthday!
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Laurie VIP
Los Angeles22 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
He was absolutely amazing. The food was spectacular. It is expensive, but you definitely get what you pay for.
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Leland
South Carolina2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our new place to celebrate our special ocassions over Halls Chop House !!!
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Peninsula Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 8156 OpenTable diners.

Peninsula Grill does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

112 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Meeting Street
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
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
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, 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.

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About this restaurant

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The Ultimate Coconut Cake

8 oz Grilled Swordfish

Diver Scallops

Healthy Start

Classic Continental$20.00

Parfait$15.00

Chia Overnight Oats$16.00

Signature Breakfast

Southern Country Breakfast$24.00

Farm Fresh Omelette$22.00

Egg & Avocado Tartine$22.00

Lowcountry Favorites

Shrimp & Grits$26.00

Corned Beef Hash$24.00

Eggs Benedict Offerings

Traditional$24.00

Cajun Shrimp$26.00

Steak & Eggs$24.00

Smoked Salmon$30.00

Something Sweet

Brioche French Toast$22.00

Buttermilk Pancakes$20.00

Ultimate Coconut Cake$17.00

Sides

Bacon, Sausage Patty, Country Ham, Fruit & Berries or Biscuit$6.00

Greek Yogurt, Creamy Grits, Toast or Home Fries$5.00

Coffee, Tea, & Juice

Selection of Juices$4.00

Coffee$4.75

Espresso$5.00

Latte$6.50

Hot Tea$6.75

Mocha$6.50

Macchiato$5.50

Cappuccino$6.50

Hot Chocolate$5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Does Peninsula Grill offer gift cards?

Is Peninsula Grill currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

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