How is High Cotton - Charleston restaurant rated?

Name: High Cotton - Charleston
Address: 199 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC, United States, 29401
Telephone: (843) 724-3815
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

High Cotton - Charleston

4.5 (5133)

$31 to $50

Seafood

199 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401

About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Innovative

High Cotton - Charleston is high steppin’ Lowcountry living. It’s a feeling of warmth and celebration that begins the moment you step inside. You’ll find it in our gracious, knowledgeable servers, expertly prepared dishes and a remarkable wine and cocktail program. From conversation and laughter in our bar to our stylish dining rooms of heart pine floors and antique brick, you'll come to understand true Charleston hospitality. That is, there's always cause for celebration - of our neighbors, our food and drink and each other. It's our great pleasure to share it with you.

Enjoy live jazz nightly and during Saturday and Sunday brunch. Private dining rooms available for wedding, business and social events.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Southern
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday-Friday from 5:00pm, Saturday & Sunday from 5:30pm Brunch: Saturday and Sunday 10:00am – 2:00pm Bar: Opens daily at 4:00pm until 12am, Happy Hour: Daily from 4:00pm-6:00pm (in bar only) Private dining available for brunch, lunch, hors d'oeuvres, and dinner seven days a week.
Phone number
(843) 724-3815
Website
http://www.highcottoncharleston.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Daniel Nightengale
Private party facilities
A beautiful blend of form and function, our three private dining rooms offer flexibility in size and style to complement our flavorful food, fine drink and warm hospitality to create memorable moments. Whether a wedding, social or business event, you'll find a room perfectly suited for celebrating.

Location
199 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Cross street
Cumberland
Parking details
There are two parking garages located within ½ block of the restaurant. One is located at the corner of Concord and Cumberland and the second is located on Cumberland between East Bay and State. Street parking is also available.
Entertainment
Enjoy live jazz nightly and during Saturday and Sunday brunch. Visit www.highcottoncharleston.com for the full music schedule.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Seafood Stew$12.00
Fish / shrimp / mussels / bacon / corn / tomato / French green beans
Charred Octopus$16.00
Saffron aïoli / red shiso / celery leaves
Rhode Island Fried Calamari$16.00
Pickled jalapeño / capers / lemon aïoli
Prince Edward Island Mussels$14.00
Shallot herb butter / toast points
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$16.00
Toasted sesame / soy / pineapple / cilantro / yellow pepper lemongrass emulsion
Smoked Trout$16.00
Sunburst Farms Trout / whole-grain mustard aïoli / house pickles / cherry preserve / lavash crackers
Caviar Deviled Eggs$22.00
Plaza Pristine White Sturgeon Caviar [¼ oz.] deviled egg trio
Local Kurios Farms Greens$10.00
Tomato / cucumber / sunflower seeds / radish / sherry vinaigrette
Burrata Salad$14.00
Vine-ripe tomatoes / arugula / pesto / balsamic glaze
Roasted Beet and Pear Salad$13.00
Point Reyes blue cheese / spiced pecans / miniature greens / pomegranate vinaigrette

Signature Seafood*

New Bedford Scallops (U10)$40.00
Black-eyed pea salad / red pepper / dill oil / butter
Barramundi$36.00
Australian / crispy skin / charred okra / teardrop tomatoes / wilted watercress / bacon vinaigrette
Capera Island Salmon$38.00
Cedar-planked / roasted pear / bbq rub / orange blossom honey
North Carolina Flounder$37.00
Pecan crust / white grape butter / apricot peach compote
Atlantic Swordfish$36.00
Artichokes / citrus-olive vierge / arugula / Manchego cheese
Yellowfin Tuna$35.00
Atlantic / barely grilled / Vadouvan sweet curry sauce / black rice / mango-papaya salad
Crab Cake$37.00
Maryland style / pickled fennel / watercress / horseradish-mustard aïoli
Chilean Sea Bass$40.00
Miso glazed / delicata and butternut squash / citrus butter / radish sprouts
Shrimp & Grits$31.00
Andouille sausage / tomato / okra / corn / garlic broth

Lobster

Baked, Stuffed, Whole Lobster
Sherry cream / roasted peppers / mushroom
- 1¼lbs.$50.00
Grilled Lobster Tail
Southern creamed corn / herb butter / pea tendrils
- 10oz.$48.00
Tempura Fried Lobster Tails$48.00
Cocktail sauce / rémoulade / lemon aïoli

Meats*

Filet Mignon
Bordelaise sauce
- 8oz.$45.00
Rib Eye
Truffle madeira sauce
- 16oz.$55.00
Dry-Aged Kansas City Bone-In Strip
Silky marbling and firm texture with an incredibly robust flavor
- 16oz.$58.00
Heritage Semi-Boneless Chicken$35.00
Baked Sea Island red peas / herbed chimichurri
New Zealand Rack of Lamb$49.00
Full rack / local honey / mustard-rosemary glaze / Burgundy sauce

Sides

Forest Mushrooms$9.00
Champagne butter
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$9.00
Smoked paprika aïoli
Grilled Broccolini$9.00
Calabrian chili olive oil / Parmesan
Geechie Boy Grits$9.00
Asparagus$9.00
Almonds / lemon
Pearl Onions and Farro$9.00
Smoked bacon and port
Creamed Corn$8.00
Malt Fries$8.00
Whipped Yukon Potatoes$7.00
Loaded Baked Potato$9.00

Accompaniments*

Grilled Jumbo Shrimp$15.00
Pan-Seared Sea Scallops$16.00
Oscar Style$19.00
Crab / asparagus / Hollandaise
Maryland Crab Cake$16.00
Broiled Lobster Tail
- 10oz.$35.00

What 5,133 people are saying

High Cotton - Charleston reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
1.4Value

Noise • Moderate

5,133 Reviews

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LouD VIP
New York City132 reviews
5.0
Reviewed on January 28, 2019
1. Overall 5
Forgot To Make A Reservation, Was Our Anniversary, Not A Local, The Manager Went Out Of His Way To Seat Us, Sent Over A Drink And Desert For Our Anniversary, The Food Outstanding, The Service Exceptional, The Atmosphere Warm And Romantic. Next Time We Are Visiting Charleston, Will Definitely Come Back And This Time Make A Reservation!!! Memorable Experience, Total Joy !!! Lou D
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BrennanS VIP
Toronto / Ontario2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 6, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
High Cotton was the best meal we had in Charleston. The restaurant was extremely busy, which meant our table wasn't ready when we arrived. But that didn't matter we found a seat at the bar got a glass of champagne and a martini and listening to some amazing jazz. We were actually happy our table wasn't ready yet. Once we were seated we ordered a bottle of wine and the sommelier was incredible. Then we had oysters, which I must mention were the only perfectly shucked oysters we had the entire 5 days we were in Charleston. Then we had some crab, salad and ahi tuna for the main. Lots of food and an amazing menu. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is going to Charleston.
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AndyR VIP
Virginia38 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 24, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our anniversary dinner experience could not have been more pleasurable. Our table was perfect, the food was exceptional and the service couldn't have been more attentive and professional. Our server, Lisa, was a gem. This was our first visit to High Cotton and it is now at the top of our list of favorite Charleston restaurants.
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PaulG
Coastal North Carolina4 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 22, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great. Enjoyed every minute. That is for the champagne
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte4 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 21, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Top notch from tip to tail. Smoked trout is excellent. Steak to perfection. White chocolate peach creme is just as awesome as the staff.
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BrandonK
Fayetteville / Northwest Arkansas1 review
5.0
Dined on July 14, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to the brunch on Saturday morning and the food was fantastic! Highly recommend the fried chicken biscuit, it was phenomenal
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WendyT VIP
New Orleans / Louisiana42 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 7, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful lunch! Charming atmosphere! Perfect Charleston experience.
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JessicaC
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 7, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The server really saved the day. Ron is the best! However, very disappointed with hostesses. We arrived on time for our reservations and were informed our table was still occupied and they had no eta for when it would be ready and asked us to sit at the bar where we had a bartender who was annoyed with a simple question of what do you think is better the bellini or sangria. In addition, after 30+ minutes of waiting the hostess came by and said “did you close out your tab because your table is ready” as if we were being an inconvenience. I’d recommend some additional training to make sure Customer Service starts at the front of the house.
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VirginiaF
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on July 1, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a fabulous brunch. The service and food was impeccable. My only complaint is they skimped a little on the hollandaise sauce for the crabcake benedict, however, the eggs were perfectly cooked, the crabcakes were delicious as well as the shrimp and grits. Would definitely go there again. It was a delightful start to our day!
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PamelaI
Detroit / Eastern Michigan12 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 25, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food not that interesting. I had some grilled swordfish over beans. Can’t even remember it. Yucky. Husband had Lane Snapper fish dish and it wasn’t great, either. Buttermilk fried oyster appetizer was good but so filling. All in all, same old stuff on menu. I would eat at SLightly North of Broad, Puggans Porch, or Peninsula Grill before this place. Lovely atmosphere and bright cheerful room. But food lacked heart.
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199 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401

Additional information

Cross street
Cumberland
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday-Friday from 5:00pm, Saturday & Sunday from 5:30pm Brunch: Saturday and Sunday 10:00am – 2:00pm Bar: Opens daily at 4:00pm until 12am, Happy Hour: Daily from 4:00pm-6:00pm (in bar only) Private dining available for brunch, lunch, hors d'oeuvres, and dinner seven days a week.
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There are two parking garages located within ½ block of the restaurant. One is located at the corner of Concord and Cumberland and the second is located on Cumberland between East Bay and State. Street parking is also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniel Nightengale
Entertainment
Enjoy live jazz nightly and during Saturday and Sunday brunch. Visit www.highcottoncharleston.com for the full music schedule.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.highcottoncharleston.com/
Phone number
(843) 724-3815
Private party facilities
A beautiful blend of form and function, our three private dining rooms offer flexibility in size and style to complement our flavorful food, fine drink and warm hospitality to create memorable moments. Whether a wedding, social or business event, you'll find a room perfectly suited for celebrating.

High Cotton - Charleston

About this restaurant

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Oysters*

On the Half Shell

Baked$18.00

Buttermilk Fried$19.00

Crustaceans*

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$18.00

Jumbo Crab Cocktail$18.00

Charleston She-Crab Soup$10.00

Seafood Tower

Seafood Tower* - for Two$80.00

Beginnings

Seafood Stew$12.00

Charred Octopus$16.00

Rhode Island Fried Calamari$16.00

Prince Edward Island Mussels$14.00

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$16.00

Smoked Trout$16.00

Caviar Deviled Eggs$22.00

Local Kurios Farms Greens$10.00

Burrata Salad$14.00

Roasted Beet and Pear Salad$13.00

Signature Seafood*

New Bedford Scallops (U10)$40.00

Barramundi$36.00

Capera Island Salmon$38.00

North Carolina Flounder$37.00

Atlantic Swordfish$36.00

Yellowfin Tuna$35.00

Crab Cake$37.00

Chilean Sea Bass$40.00

Shrimp & Grits$31.00

Lobster

Baked, Stuffed, Whole Lobster

Grilled Lobster Tail

Tempura Fried Lobster Tails$48.00

Meats*

Filet Mignon

Rib Eye

Dry-Aged Kansas City Bone-In Strip

Heritage Semi-Boneless Chicken$35.00

New Zealand Rack of Lamb$49.00

Sides

Forest Mushrooms$9.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$9.00

Grilled Broccolini$9.00

Geechie Boy Grits$9.00

Asparagus$9.00

Pearl Onions and Farro$9.00

Creamed Corn$8.00

Malt Fries$8.00

Whipped Yukon Potatoes$7.00

Loaded Baked Potato$9.00

Accompaniments*

Grilled Jumbo Shrimp$15.00

Pan-Seared Sea Scallops$16.00

Oscar Style$19.00

Maryland Crab Cake$16.00

Broiled Lobster Tail

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