Pelato - Charleston

Name: Pelato - Charleston
Address: 1085 Morrison Dr, Charleston, SC, United States, 29403-3117
Telephone: (843) 936-1085
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (320)

$31 to $50

Italian

1085 Morrison Dr, Charleston, SC 29403-3117

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2 people

Jul 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 130 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Hot spot
Good for groups

Pelato, the beloved Brooklyn-Italian restaurant is a family-run eatery offering a memorable dining experience with small plates featuring cherished family recipes. A mural wall adorned with original photographs reflects the family's Brooklyn heritage.

The menu celebrates authentic Italian flavors with a Brooklyn twist, featuring classic dishes like Potato Croquettes, Baked Clams Oreganata, and Chicken Parmigiana, along with house-made pastas. Don't miss the classic desserts like rainbow cookies & zeppoles to complete your meal.
Outdoor dining available year-round in our enclosed, covered, & heated patio.

20% gratuity will be applied to groups of 6 or more. Split checks may be divided up to 4 credit cards at equal value. A corkage fee of $45 per 750ml will be applied to guests bringing their own wine (limit 2 bottles). A dessert plating fee of $5 per person will be applied to any outside desserts. Due to high demand, tables are subject to a 2-hour limit.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 936-1085
Website
https://www.pelatorestaurant.com/location/pelato-charleston/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Coming Soon!
Private party facilities
We’re pleased to offer a variety of private dining arrangements to ensure your gathering is memorable. From rehearsal dinners to birthday parties and corporate events, our team will tailor each experience to your needs. Email infoCHS@pelatorestaurant.com for details & inquiries.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1085 Morrison Dr, Charleston, SC 29403-3117
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Cross street
Brigade St & Morrison Dr
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 320 people are saying

Pelato - Charleston 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
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Carolina
Most Booked
Charleston
Hot spot
Charleston
Great for outdoor dining
Charleston
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pelato in Charleston delights diners with "absolutely delicious" Italian cuisine and "excellent service." The small plates are perfect for sharing, allowing guests to taste multiple dishes. The atmosphere is lively and vibrant, though it can get "extremely loud." Standout dishes include the vodka pasta and garlic bread with parmesan.

320 Reviews

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Adam
Charlotte5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great experience by the new kid in town, Pelato! Raleigh, our server, came with the menu knowledge and recommendations that didn’t disappoint! Food was tapas style, and allowed you to taste many different dishes while not having to make too many difficult decisions, just get one of everything! Flavors were outstanding, and executed perfectly. Service style was unique in that you had a server to shepherd you through up through the menu, but everyone else worked to bring out food and drinks. A real team atmosphere. 10/10, will return!
Pelato - CharlestonResponded 1 day ago
Thank you so much for the incredible review! We're thrilled you had such a great experience with us. Raleigh will be so happy to hear the shoutout—and we love that the team atmosphere and shared-plate style made your visit memorable. Can’t wait to have you back for round two! -Alexis, Service Manager, PELATO
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Cyn VIP
Cincinnati / Dayton29 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I just moved here from Nashville and was so excited when the Charleston location opened! Had an amazing time the food was delicious, service was great.
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Dominic
South Carolina10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cichetti is the Italian equivalent to Tapas. Pelato's small plate experience is a most effective dining event. We began with a satisfying caprese with a firm mozz bedded on sweet tomato both dressed by a delightful balsamic. Then came fried calamari so lightly crisp and the peppers a genuinely fine accompaniment. Two distinctive pasta dishes followed: the absolutely finest gluten free pasta I have had in my multi-continental experience dressed in a effectively spiced sausage crumble sauce and a second pasta, a marvellous campanelle dressed in a well balanced lemon cream sauce that Sue lingered over with delight . The meal was complemented by a crisp Gavi Marchese. The birthday dinner was completed with Pelato's birthday table fireworks and sweet Budino and refreshing pistachio gelato, oh the bits of nuts with cappuccino and an espresso. Without question, from the moment we were greeted at the door to the last drop of coffee passed our lips, a memorable dinner.
Pelato - CharlestonResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for this beautifully written review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the full cichetti experience and that each course - from the caprese to the final sips of espresso - made the evening special. It means the world to us that you chose to celebrate a birthday here, and we’re thrilled it was a memorable one. We look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable moments! -Alexis, Service Manager, PELATO
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Brenda
South Carolina3 reviews
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Hostesses had an attitude. The one couldn't find my res and when I showed her my phone she miraculously found it and said it was under another name. Huh? My open table account is under my name. They didn't have Chardonnay so when I asked the waiter if I could taste a wine he said no, they aren't allowed to do that. With this attitude from the staff Pelato won't make it long run here. We treat people kindly.
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kimberly
San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As a local, I will be bringing many guests back!!!
Pelato - CharlestonResponded 2 days ago
That means so much to us—thank you! We’re excited to welcome you and your guests anytime. See you again soon! -Alexis, Service Manager, PELATO
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Lucille
South Carolina7 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food here is very good homestyle Italian, like my southern Italian grandma used to make. The food overall is priced similarly to many of the better Charleston restaurants however $7 for 3 slices of garlic bread and an extra charge for a little bit of sauce and a little bit of cheese ( we were not told about the extra charge when asked if we wanted it) is ridiculous especially since there is no other bread option. My biggest gripe is with their wine, I have never in any Charleston restaurant had a more stingy pour of mediocre wine. My guess is it is 4 ounces for an average price of $15. I also have not been anywhere else where the price of a bottle is costs more than ordering by the glass, the point of buying a bottle is that you get more for your money. I love that they have a patio but when I made my reservation a month ago I had no way of knowing it would be 100 degrees last night. We were at a corner table and it was excruciatingly hot, there are no fans in the corners and the glass door in the corners do not open. They must find a way to fix this, Charleston is not New York, it gets into the upper 90’s most of the summer here. The restaurant was full so there was no option to be moved inside. We were at a party of six and we were all drenched in sweat for the entire meal, what should have been a fun evening was definitely not fun. I have mixed feelings about returning here, we recently had dinner at Volpe and did the tasting menu. The cost was about the same as our meal at Pelato, the food was outstanding, one of the best meals I’ve had in Charleston. The ambience was lovely and the wine (similar prices) was better and a generous pour. I hope when the newness of Pelato wears off they will be more focused on retaining a customer base and fix some of these issues
Pelato - CharlestonResponded 1 day ago
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback, it means a lot to hear that our food reminded you of your Italian grandmother’s cooking. That’s the heart of what we aim to share with our guests. We’re truly sorry to hear that other parts of your experience didn’t meet expectations. Your feedback about the patio conditions, wine, and pricing clarity is incredibly helpful and already being reviewed with our team. Regarding the wine, we do follow the industry standard 5oz pour, but we understand it can feel light depending on the glassware or expectations, and we’ll be more mindful about communicating that moving forward. We truly appreciate you dining with us and hope you’ll give us another chance to provide the warm, welcoming experience we’re known for. -Alexis, Service Manager, PELATO
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rocco
Philadelphia County10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is fantastic and the service is incredible.
Pelato - CharlestonResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed both the food and the service. Can’t wait to have you back soon! -Alexis, Service Manager, PELATO
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Lee Ann
South Carolina3 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Second time at Pelato, food was very good, the atmosphere is very noisy and it was hot in the restaurant. I would go back.
Pelato - CharlestonResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for coming back and for your honest feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the food. We’re aware of the noise and temperature and are working on improving the atmosphere for a more comfortable experience. Hope to see you again soon! -Alexis, Service Manager, PELATO
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Renata VIP
Washington, D.C. Area12 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were excited to try this new place as there were so many reviews that were positive. It was ok at best. The food was acceptable and it was very very loud. Definitely was trendy but not worth the hype at all.
Pelato - CharlestonResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience didn’t fully meet expectations. We appreciate your comments about the noise and will continue working to improve the atmosphere. We hope you might consider giving us another try in the future. -Alexis, Service Manager, PELATO
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Denise
South Carolina27 reviews
2.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Not at all impressed. Thought service was good but then they kept pushing us to get more or leave. We felt rushed not at all enjoyable. The food was very salty and not very tasty - salad was good but that was all we enjoyed - appetizers nothing was flavorful, shrimp in pasta was so small and no flavor , pasta with cream tasted like cornstarch and meatballs not good. We had other dishes but no one really enjoyed anything and we were 6. Zeppoli which they call San Ganerro were nothing of the sort and tasted like a donut. I was so disappointed. I thought finally a good Italian place - not at all.
Pelato - CharlestonResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations, especially with the food and service. We never want our guests to feel rushed, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We take your comments seriously and will review them with our team to improve. If you’re open to it, we’d love the chance to make things right on a future visit. -Alexis, Service Manager, PELATO
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FAQs

Pelato - Charleston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 936-1085.

Pelato - Charleston is rated 4.6 stars by 320 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 130 times today

1085 Morrison Dr, Charleston, SC 29403-3117

Additional information

Cross street
Brigade St & Morrison Dr
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.pelatorestaurant.com/location/pelato-charleston/
Phone number
(843) 936-1085
Catering
Coming Soon!
Private party facilities
We’re pleased to offer a variety of private dining arrangements to ensure your gathering is memorable. From rehearsal dinners to birthday parties and corporate events, our team will tailor each experience to your needs. Email infoCHS@pelatorestaurant.com for details & inquiries.

Pelato - Charleston

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