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Maison, Charleston, SC
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Maison

$31 to $50
French
708 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Vandy Vanderwarker

From the OpenTable editors: Charleston's favorite escape to Paris is via this bustling bistro with a romantic blue patio. Feast on updated classics like steak tartare with a shiitake vinaigrette or escargots with ramp butter, alongside a wine list that zips through the Loire Valley and other famed regions and cocktails favoring Chartreuse and St-Germain. Eater, Thrillist, Condé Nast Traveler, and lots of local outlets can't stop heaping praise on this place.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross street
    Race Street
  • Parking details
    We have a private lot with seven spaces behind our building and street parking available. Race street and Congress street offer free parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour at Maison

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for Happy Hour at the bar ALL NIGHT Tuesday and from 4:30-6:00pm Wednesday-Saturday. $8 cocktail highlights include French 75 and Gimlet. Our full food/drink menu is available as well.
    Happy Hour at Maison Photo

What 1,796 people are saying

Maison 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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Best Overall

  • South Carolina

    Best Food

  • South Carolina

    Best Service

  • Charleston

    Best Overall

  • Charleston

    Best Food

  • Charleston

    Best Service

  • Charleston

    Best Value

  • Charleston

    Innovative

  • Charleston

    Great for fine wines

  • Charleston

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Maison offers an exquisite dining experience with "excellent food and service," consistently praised for its "creative takes on French dishes." Guests love the intimate atmosphere and "attentive, knowledgeable staff." Highlights include "fantastic" monkfish, "delightful" chocolate mousse, and "amazing" onion soup croquette. Maison is a must-visit in Charleston!

1,796 Reviews
  1. Virginia

    Charleston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service at Maison is outstanding. The menu is creative and flavorful without being "precious". Everyone loved their meal and our server was wonderful.

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  2. Dianne

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Maison was very welcoming and so kind to treat me special for my birthday! The salmon rillette appetizer was delightful, and the monkfish was outstanding. We enjoyed the flounder as well, and the chocolate mousse served with chocolate marinated cherries we shared. The chef is most creative and attentive to each plate. The servers were just lovely, taking time to chat yet working with the utmost efficiency. All in all a flawless dining experience.

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  3. Robert VIP

    Western NC37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our hostess, Danielle, was so wonderful and started off our experience perfectly. Our server, Johnathan, was professional, and our thanks can't say enough. The food, especially the greens and dessert, were amazing. I can't wait to return.

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  4. John

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite spots in Charleston. Best service and food combination. Never skip dessert.

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  5. james VIP

    Austin8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service The fish sliders were delicious Wonderful wine also

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  6. Wendy VIP

    New York City121 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a marvelous dining experience The onion tatin was Devine Loved the presentation and preparation of the duck The flounder was full of wonderful flavor ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

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  7. kevin VIP

    New York City25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Danielle, was particularly warm, knowledgeable and hospitable. We started with the onion tarte tatin and the escargots. Beautifully presented and delicious. Our mains were the rabbit en croute - one for the all time list of elevated comfort food - and a wonderful trout accompanied by a radiccio salad featuring pine nuts and sliced kumquats. Divine.

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  8. Elizabeth VIP

    Charleston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cannot say enough good things about food and staff. The onion soup croquettes are to die for! The shrimp salad was fabulous. As with everything else. One of our favorite places.

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  9. Cathy VIP

    Charleston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The salmon appetizer was outstanding!!! We sat at the bar and had great conversation with the bartenders! Every person on the team is professional and friendly ! Maison is my favorite place in town!!!

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  10. Pattie VIP

    Charleston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this little restaurant! The food is excellent, the service is wonderful and the noise level is low.

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Maison is rated 4.9 stars by 1796 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Maison

708 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Race Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have a private lot with seven spaces behind our building and street parking available. Race street and Congress street offer free parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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