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   ArianaS

   New England

   15 reviews

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   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on January 30, 2023

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   GALE goes to GALE and meets GALE

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   LauraB

   San Antonio

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on January 26, 2023

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   Service, food and cocktails were outstanding

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   Charlestonian

   Charleston

   25 reviews

   2.0

   25 reviews

   Dined on January 20, 2023

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   We're locals and have frequented many restaurants downtown Charleston. Tried Gale's for first time for dinner on a Friday night. Both of us chose the Alla Vodka Pasta with meatballs. The pasta was cooked aldente, so that was good. The meatballs were pretty good, but the whole dish had too much of something - couldn't tell if it was pepper or another spice. It just overwhelmed it. Unfortunately, the worst part about the visit was the ambiance/noise. They have to make do with a single square room, no walls, and tall ceilings, so it's on the loud side and sort of feels like you're eating in a warehouse or something. Our server was quite young so she didn't know anything about the wines and probably doesn't have the same difficulty with a noisey open space as 50-somethings like us do (ha!) so we had to have her repeat herself multiple times. Lighting is also not good when dining at night, so get your phone flash lights ready to read the menus. On the plus side, they offer some interesting dishes we would have loved to try, but with so many other choices in the area...we're probably one and done. We wish them well.

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   JaneH

   San Francisco

   15 reviews

   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on January 20, 2023

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   We received attentive and knowledgeable service. The craft cocktail menu is worth exploring! The curry cauliflower dip is fabulous. The pizza was one of the freshest I’ve had!

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   MichaelK

   Indiana

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 17, 2023

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   We were celebrating our anniversary and had asked for a table by the window -which we not only got, but were welcomed with a complimentary glass of champagne and outstanding service by CayLee! The atmosphere was eclectic and interesting as always. The food was great and the cocktails were superb. We always love the cocktails there and it’s part of the reason we love eating there. An excellent evening in total.

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   OpenTable Diner

   Atlanta

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on January 16, 2023

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   Awesome service and some of the best food we had in Charleston!!!

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   JBnSC

   Charleston

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on January 14, 2023

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   Such a great little place! The mnue is simple but AMAZING! You must try the curry cauliflower, my taste buds were in heaven! The portions are very shareable too. I highly recommend for dinner or even happy hour!

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   OpenTable Diner

   Western NC

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on January 9, 2023

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   Food was good and the service was excellent.

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   samanthasnacks

   Atlanta

   5 reviews

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   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on January 7, 2023

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   I cannot say enough fabulous things about Gale! My family (group of 9) came for dinner on a Saturday night and enjoyed everything about the experience from start to finish - so much so that it put our Sunday night dinner plans to shame and we wished we had gone back. The service was lovely and timely, and they were accommodating for a large party. The cocktails and mocktails were all fabulous. They have a zero proof cocktail list that was a big hit with us! The restaurant itself is very cool, loved the ambiance/vibes and they played great music. Not too loud though, really just enough to add to the experience. The food though...THE FOOD. Every single thing we had was marvelous, and I'll dream of the melted leeks pasta for the rest of my days. The apps are a bit pricey ($15 each for 2 pieces of bruschetta, 3 meatballs, etc) but delicious. Also highly recommend the cauliflower curry but note that it does have a it of a kick. Overall a fabulous experience and highly, HIGHLY recommend. It's not a cheap place for dinner but it's not wildly expensive. Worth every penny IMO!

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    PaulS

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

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    Great little bistro style restaurant. The food is the main star here along with attention to detail that only an owner/family member will strive to give! Every plate was good. The mushroom pizza is delicious as was the shrimp pizza and the pasta dish. Great place to order a bunch of plates and share. I had the best negroni I've had in a long time. I think their attention to detail with food and drink is what sets them apart. Looking forward to going back.

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    Chrstneats

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2023

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    We LOVE this restaurant. Great service. Cocktails are made with passion. Food has never once disappointed us.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2023

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    The Gale is a hidden Gem ! The service was excellent I have a food allergy and they went above & beyond to make sure everything was perfect! The food is outstanding I will definitely be going back

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    Deb21

    Charleston

    12 reviews

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    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2023

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    Every time that I go to Gale, I love it more & more. The food was beyond delicious & our host, Gale, was extremely charming, attentive & lovely as ever.

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    SusanF

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

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    We decided on the Gale for New Years Eve. The staff were so friendly and welcoming . We started our dinner with the shared appetizer, Brussel sprouts and they were delicious! Highly recommend! For the main course we split the mushroom pizza and pasta Norma. Both are great to share while getting a taste for the various types of food served as it was our first time dining at the Gale. Pleasant ambience, friendly staff and fresh ingredients were a recipe for great success.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

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    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

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    Fettuccini ala vodka was very tasty.

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    MAS1

    Miami

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

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    This was our second time going in a week. We love it so much. Inlaws are going back tomorrow! Thanks for fab food, ambience, and service. We can wait to be back the next time we’re in Charleston.

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    MAS1

    Miami

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2022

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    Everyone was so nice. Cute ambiance. The food, drink, and decor are FAB. Service was awesome. The poor chef was all on his own for the entire restaurant and it was busy and he crushed it. We’ll be back!

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    AshtonD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 23, 2022

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    Absolutely delicious food and great dimmed lights colorful vibes inside. Was the perf spot for a ladies night with my girls :)

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    KeithW

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2022

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    The cocktail menu is full of creative and original drinks, both alcoholic and non. The wine list is fairly small but adequate. The food was very good, especially the alla vodka with meatballs which was recommended by our server.

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    MaggieE

    Charleston

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2022

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    Our new favorite restaurant! Everything was outstanding and we can’t wait to return!

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    Patricia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2022

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    We had an awesome meal at the Gale. The meatballs with champagne and parmesan were exceptional. The pasta dish competed with the best I have eaten in Rome and we also REALLY enjoyed the brussel sprouts and shrimp pizza.

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    ErinT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

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    Went here for my mom, Gale’s 60th, and it was so great. Service, ambiance, cocktails were fabulous. Would have liked to see a few more meat entrees but that’s ok!

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2022

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    Food is always delicious here, service tonight was a bit slow, not sure why.

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2022

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    I’ve been here several times and always have an amazing experience! From the bar tenders to the waiters and owner, always an immaculate vibe with delicious food and drinks.

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    alyssam

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

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    Great cocktails and food. Gale personally made sure our experience was excellent.

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    ChadP

    Charleston

    6 reviews

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    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

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    Great drinks and setting. Would go back!

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    Jerseydiner

    Philadelphia

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

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    Great innovative small plates and cocktails. Very creative and delicious food

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

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    Gale was fine. I saw it was on Downtown Charleston and assumed it was walking distance from hotel. That was a mistake. It’s an Uber ride from the historical part of the city. The menu is very simple, just pizza and pasta. I should have studied the menu more online. We had the mushroom pizza which was excellent and the vodka pasta, also excellent. There is a huge emphasis on the bar.

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    Robman

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2022

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    Amazing meal!

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    AustinF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2022

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    Went here for our two year anniversary, food was amazing! The service was also amazing. The one bartender even brought us a complimentary champagne toast. Drinks are fancy, and did I mention the food was amazing! (Alla Vodka pasta with shrimp and the margarita pizza)

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2022

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    This is one of the best restaurants I’ve been to in Charleston. The food is amazing and I love the ambiance. Can’t wait to go back!

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    OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

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    The best place to eat in Charleston

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    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

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    We went to Gale for the first time last night. We will be back. Food was fantastic and cocktails were amazing. Katie our server was spectacular and fun. We had a great dinner!

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2022

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    We were pleasantly surprised about how delicious the food was. Also loved their unique drink menu. Definitely will be back!

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

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    I’ve been coming to Gales for over a year now. Their food is always spectacular and the workers make it an even nicer experience to dine out there. They’re an amazing restaurant. I highly recommend it.

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2022

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    Great experience. Food is amazing

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    SarahW

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

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    This place is so good! Fabulous cocktails. Food is to die for. Best curry in Charleston. Loved every bite!

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    KimY

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2022

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    Food, drinks, and service was great. The place is smaller than I had expected, but it was still nice and cozy. Came when it first opened on Saturday, so it wasn't busy yet. I would definitely come back again.

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2022

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    This is one of the best restaurants I’ve been to in a long time. Will definitely be going back. The best pasta I have ever had!!

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    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 10, 2022

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    Gale restaurant was absolutely amazing! Had a larger party- 12 people- for a birthday party! The service was amazing and Gale and the waitress were so attentive and timely! The food was absolutely amazing- definitely get the meatballs and one of the wood fired pizzas! Thanks Gale! Also great cocktails and just really great touches around the restaurant! Very inclusive!

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