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Prohibition, Charleston, SC

Prohibition

4.5
4.5
2318 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Famed Christmas themed cocktail pop-up bar Sippin’ Santa is thrilled to announce their return to Charleston, Sc. This year, the pop-up will be located at Prohibition. Sippin' Santa features festive original cocktails and food, over-the-top decorations, and exciting new mug designs to bring the holiday season to life. Sippin' Santa will be located at Prohibition from 11/24/23-1/1/24.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 2 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 793-2964
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Greg Garrison
  • Private party facilities
    Located in beautiful downtown Charleston, Prohibition is a 300 capacity full service restaurant with a beautiful, self contained and climate controlled outdoor patio. Choose from 3 different spaces for your event or talk to us about a complete restaurant buyout to accommodate larger parties.
  • Private party contact
    Ray Burns: (843) 793-2964
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross street
    Wolfe
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking on the street (meter stops at 10pm) and a nearby public parking garage.
  • Public transit
    The city of Charleston offers a free trolley- please check their website for details.
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz, Swing and Big Band Music. DJ's late night on the weekends. Dance floor for dancing.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Offers

  • BRUNCH MUSIC

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM,Sat - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    The superb talents of Bluegrass band New Ghost Town play at Prohibition every Saturday & Sunday from 11am-2pm

What 2,318 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Lively

  • Charleston

    Great for brunch

  • Charleston

    Hot spot

  • Charleston

    Lively

  • Charleston

    American

2,318 Reviews
  1. TrevorT

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Nice casual venue. Menu is not extensive but has some very tasty offerings, as does the wine list. A good place to go if you want a casual meal and a few drinks.

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  2. LoriP

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great, I had the shrimp and grits, and my husband had the burger both were delicious. Drinks were good, service was excellent.

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  3. Elmbos

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful place, excellent service, unusual dinner options. Well done!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Good food. Menu not varied; more of a upscale bar than restaurant. But would go again. Good time

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  5. Meghan

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Prohibition was great! Our server Parker was super helpful and friendly!! The drinks were great and the food was excellent! Highly recommend!!

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  6. kims

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service! We had a great birthday dinner and the server was so nice!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Amazing night had before heading over to the Music Farm. Ordered 2 cocktails, server didn't seem to know their specialty cocktails but we both enjoyed what we ordered (Carolina Wren and Warthog)! Instead of entrees we opted to ordered several starters as a family style setting :) wings were outstanding, and I'm not someone that typically would ever order wings out. We also ordered the burrata, which we thought was on the rather small side, but the roasted tomatoes with it were outstanding. Thirdly we ordered the tartare, again phenomenal, the salt and vinegar chips that accompanied the dish were the perfect compliment - we used them for both the tartare and the burrata honestly. To finish out our meal we ordered the chocolate peanut butter dessert. Our server said it came with roasted apples, which we thought sounds great. Unfortunately when it showed up it actually had bananas alongside as well as a banana whipped cream on top... Neither of us are banana people, so we didn't eat very much of the dessert, though the chocolate and peanut butter layered ganaches tasted great! Overall we had a lovely experience, and we will definitely be returning to try other items on the menu!

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  8. Janie

    Denver

    22 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    We have been going to Prohibition for drinks for years, and it is still one of our favorite bars. Did not even realize they served dinner, so we decided to give it a try. Never again. Terrible service, limited menu, food was below average. Price was high. Go for the drinks, but stay away from the food.

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  9. bdeb

    West Palm Beach

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful restaurant. I love the Steak Tartar. The patio is a beautiful setting.

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  10. NedZ

    Unspecified

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Dinner was rushed service was mediocre. However, the outdoor bartender staff was fantastic.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Saturday brunch was delicious and fun. The server was knowledgeable about the menu, the Brussel Sprouts were the best ever! The Eggs Benny was stacked with ham. We really enjoyed the music too.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing!! The whipped ricotta was sooo good!! Service was on point and very nice.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Shrimp and grits and salmon were amazing. Appetizers wings- best ever. Bourbon drinks were so good. Little loud but really fun.

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  14. ASmith

    Alabama

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The panzanella salad was delicious. Our steak and eggs was over salted. The eggs were so salty they almost weren’t edible. My husband ordered sweet tea but it was unsweet. When my husband asked for sweet tea again they said they were out of sugar. Which we found odd. If they’d just said they didn’t have sweet tea he would have ordered something else. The music during brunch is too loud. We couldn’t even talk to each other. One of the singers was also not very good. I did like the atmosphere other than the loud music. Our server was great.

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  15. ClemsonGirl

    Charleston

    27 reviews

    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    This was a great little spot on King. I would have given the food 5 stars, however my eggs benny eggs were more hardboiled than poached. The flavor was good, but next time, I'd ask to make sure I didn't receive hardboiled eggs. The peppered bacon was a microwaved texture, no crisp at all. I would try this great little place again as the servers and staff were great. I would just make sure to specify that I want my eggs poached and my bacon crisp.

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  16. Mvee

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Awesome drinks Average food No need for $35 hamgurger. Have had gourmet burgers in top restaurants for far less

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  17. DaleB

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was both excellent! We definitely will be back!!

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  18. MichaelW

    Jacksonville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Restaurant is very dark to give it that speakeasy feel. Bourbon list is very extensive, although they were out of my first choice. Waiter/bartender had good suggestions. Cocktails were delicious and the food is outstanding.

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  19. DebraC

    Austin

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience2
    The lighting is very poor. I get it, it's supposed to be like a dimly lit speakeasy. A couple more watts of light would help.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Edmonton

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Portions were small. The beef tartare was very good, the saffron orzotto was not very flavourful. Salmon dish, albeit a nice gluten free option, was quite small (maybe 4oz).

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  21. StephanieB

    Fort Lauderdale

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The service was fantastic, polite and professional servers, so knowledgeable, the food was incredible, full of flavor and healthy fresh ingredients. Inside was so noisy around 7pm on a Saturday. Outside less noisy but still loud. The ambiance is good though and the outside has a dreamy feel with some couch seating, fairy lights, and a walk up bar. Highly recommend.

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  22. JaneG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was really good and the place had a nice vibe. The crispy brussels sprouts were out of this world. They were so flavorful and everyone at the table loved them.

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  23. NicosD

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    For the $$$ this place missed the mark on food, service and overall experience. Very disappointed.

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  24. SusanB

    Charleston

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Server was gracious and apologetic as we had a bit of a wait (not his fault) Once things got underway it was very nice. Delicious Margaritas! The burger and brussel sprouts were delish!, the only item that was disappointing was the burrata app, hardly any burrata and not much flavor. Would definitely go back!

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  25. MargaretS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bluegrass Brunch was a great addition to our Charleston weekend! The shrimp and grits were excellent, and my husband enjoyed his avocado BLT. The craft cocktail that our waiter recommended was delicious! Definitely a fun and tasty outing!

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  26. JenL

    Cleveland

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience4
    We went for brunch on Sunday at 12:30. Food came at 1:30. It was overdone and just not that good.

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  27. chasgal

    Charleston

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    We had a great brunch (when we could hear each other over the band!). The Chopped Cheese was remarkable and great because it totally eliminated the need for dinner! One question—the Bloody Mary was described as having an “interesting skewer.” What is interesting about a slice of lemon, lime and an olive?? We had expected maybe some bacon, shrimp or something!! For a $14 libation, you can DEFINITELY do better!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Al’s is our favorite. Best steak in Dallas. Consistently great food and reliably attentive service.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    Brunch crowd is way to big for kitchen to accommodate. Our waitress was just not meant to wait tables. It’s a hard job, we’ve all been there, but personality and apologies go a long way. Manager was fabulous. He should seriously work for an airline. Food was good, but by the time we got it, we would have liked anything. I’d go back, but not for brunch.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time to experience Probibition. Great food , great staff !

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    A little dark (we could barely read the menu) but great food

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lyric was a wonderful server. Very sweet and went above to help with some allergy restrictions of a party member.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I were visiting Charleston and booked a table at Prohibition after reading reviews. It did not disappoint! The raw oysters were fresh and tasty. The flank steak was tender and paired amazingly with the pierogies. My husband had the shrimp and grits and raved about them. He also loved the mini key lime doughnuts for dessert. The service was fast and friendly and the ambiance fantastic. We sat on the back porch. I’d definitely recommend.

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  34. Allen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Lyric was AMAZING!!! she was very attentive, and we there wasn’t a moment that we didn’t have exactly what we needed! If we came back we would ask for her! The food was incredible, especially since Lyric said there were two new Sous Chefs and our dinner was their work. Excellent job guys, But true kudos to Lyric!

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  35. Pixie

    Charleston

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always. What a group of professionals. Happening vibe and great place to enjoy delicious food and I must say the Warthog Cocktail with local Striped Pig Distillery Gin is amazingly a showstopper!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came in for brunch during restaurant week and it certainly did not disappoint! Shared the Chilaquiles dish on the restaurant week menu and got their take on Shrimp & Grits. Excellent food, live music vibe, attentive staff, and all around great experience!

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  37. LisaZ

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was amazing! We shared the charcuterie board, the heirloom tomatoe salad and the steak entrée. Our server Lyric was fantastic, so very nice and observant we never waited long for anything. If we lived in Charleston we'd definitely go back.

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  38. SandraF

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Stopped in for lunch - the brunch burger was fantastic!

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience2
    Food was good. Service was slow and it got really loud by 8:00.

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  40. JodyK

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great brunch! Our server was excellent, food was wonderful and we enjoyed the music as well as the drinks. We will be back .

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Prohibition is rated 4.5 stars by 2318 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Prohibition

547 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Wolfe
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking on the street (meter stops at 10pm) and a nearby public parking garage.
  • Public transit
    The city of Charleston offers a free trolley- please check their website for details.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Greg Garrison
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz, Swing and Big Band Music. DJ's late night on the weekends. Dance floor for dancing.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (843) 793-2964
  • Private party facilities
    Located in beautiful downtown Charleston, Prohibition is a 300 capacity full service restaurant with a beautiful, self contained and climate controlled outdoor patio. Choose from 3 different spaces for your event or talk to us about a complete restaurant buyout to accommodate larger parties.
  • Private party contact
    Ray Burns: (843) 793-2964
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