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Tempest, Charleston, SC

Tempest

4.7
4.7
2134 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood
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USA Today 10Best, #1 Best New Restaurant in the Country. Upscale seafood restaurant, located on historic Market Street next to sister location, Church and Union Charleston. Tempest features hyper-local, sustainable South Atlantic seafood, with a seasonal menu curated by Chef Adam Hodgson and Bravo Top Chef Alum Chef Jamie Lynch Tempest's noteworthy raw and roast menu features both chilled and charcoal roasted options that will be prepared on a Mibrasa charcoal oven. The Mibrasa cultivates a subtle smoke flavor without compromising the integrity of the seafood and roasted selections. Impressive single, double and three tier Seafood Towers are also featured. Boasting a selection of seafood-friendly Old-World wines, along with hand-picked gins, rums and bourbons.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 996-4966
  • Website
    http://www.tempestcharleston.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jeremy Waybright
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Sales Manager: (843) 996-4966 ext. 3
  • Location
    32 N Market St, Suite C, Charleston, SC 29401
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross street
    East Bay Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • 4pm-6:45pm New Year's Eve

    $100.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    We will be offering a special 3-course prix-fixe menu on New Year's Eve. Pricing is based off of reservation time + tax and gratuity: -$100: 4-6:45pm Reservation includes 1/2 bottle of champagne for parties of 2; 1 full bottle of champagne for parties of 4. A credit card is required to book the reservation and we have a 48 hour, $50 cancellation policy. Please note, your credit card is NOT being charged for the cost of the dinner, it is simply being put on file to hold the reservation.
    4pm-6:45pm New Year's Eve Photo

  • 7pm-7:45pm | New Year's Eve

    $125.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    We will be offering a special 3-course prix-fixe menu on New Year's Eve. Pricing is based off of reservation time + tax and gratuity: -$125: 7-7:45pm Reservation includes 1/2 bottle of champagne for parties of 2; 1 full bottle of champagne for parties of 4. A credit card is required to book the reservation and we have a 48 hour, $50 cancellation policy. Please note, your credit card is NOT being charged for the cost of the dinner, it is simply being put on file to hold the reservation.
    7pm-7:45pm | New Year's Eve Photo

  • 8pm-until | New Year's Eve

    $135.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    We will be offering a special 3-course prix-fixe menu on New Year's Eve. Pricing is based off of reservation time + tax and gratuity: -$135: 8-until Reservation includes 1/2 bottle of champagne for parties of 2; 1 full bottle of champagne for parties of 4. A credit card is required to book the reservation and we have a 48 hour, $50 cancellation policy. Please note, your credit card is NOT being charged for the cost of the dinner, it is simply being put on file to hold the reservation.
    8pm-until | New Year's Eve Photo

What 2,134 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Charleston

    Best Service

  • Charleston

    Innovative

  • Charleston

    Seafood

2,134 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals I've had in Charleston! The bread was to die for, the potatoes were perfectly crispy and the s'mores dessert was fabulous. Everyone was so incredibly kind and I'm already looking forward to going back!

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  2. MichL

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing! We enjoyed crab cakes, salad, risotto, and wonderful bread! The staff was so friendly and attentive! The vibe is super lovely and we loved everything!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a group of 9 for dinner last night at The Tempest. Our experience at Tempest was excellent. In particular, the fixed price menu was a winner that encouraged everyone to try something new. And the atmosphere was perfect for our group. Enough activity around us to be interesting however not too loud for us to be able to have a conversation at the table. Highly recommend The Tempest. I look forward to coming back.

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  4. ChsCulinaryTours

    Charleston

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The pickled mussels were delightful. Love the new risotto offering. Lovely presentation. Expedient service. Overall fantastic!

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  5. SDSD

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, great surprise after dinner. Will be coming back!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time at Tempest but we will be back. Service was great and the ambience (upstairs where it is quieter) was good.

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  7. HarrisonB

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    No thanks. aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service! I’ll be back!!! I had swordfish and it melted in my mouth! Wedge salad was great and desert was another A+.

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  9. AreEssJay

    Dallas

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ate out in the patio. Superb menu, great cocktail and drink list, and our server was an absolute joy. Fantastic meal!

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  10. KADBJ

    Atlanta Metro

    50 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress was not very friendly at all. And she didn’t seem terribly enthusiastic about any of the dishes. They also have an odd policy of suggesting that people tip the kitchen staff. That seems to us like they are asking us to cover their payroll. We didn’t know what to do so we split the tip between the waitress and the kitchen staff, but I doubt if the waitress was terribly happy about that. The portions were small, and when I asked if I could have a crabcake Benedict, the waitress simply said no. That certainly would have been a good way for her to upsell the crabcake and an egg Benedict combo but she didn’t think about that.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Host was rude. Nothing was available on the menu after we ordered. Drinks were the only good thing.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We went to Tempest for their prix fixe Thanksgiving dinner. It was one of the only restaurants with reservations still available for Thanksgiving dinner. The hostess seemed annoyed that we arrived prior to our reservation time and asked to have a drink at the bar. The food portions were small, but that would have been ok if the quality was better. My mum had the beet salad, risotto, and Black Forest mousse. I had the squash bisque, swordfish, and fall harvest dessert. It was all mediocre at best.

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  13. MinarsiF

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Very stingy to give extra breads. Price is too pricey for the portions we received. Not really worth it

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  14. LeeD

    Charleston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I thought the portions were small and overpriced. Although the food was very good.

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  15. SimoneA

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Joseph our server was excellent. We had a discussion about "No Stuffing" with the Thanksgiving dinner. Chance that I had the same conversation with thew fellow who was sitting next to our table with his family. Just happened to be the owner who got some "Thanksgiving stuffing" from his other restaurant and gave me a take-out box to bring home. Is that hospitality or what? Made our Thanksgiving.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the whole experience! Great Thanksgiving choice. Thank you!

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful thksgivg menu! Great service! Thk you!!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    West Palm Beach

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Thanksgiving dinner was not good. The menu wasn’t posted ahead and so the surprise was an extremely limited menu without a traditional thanksgiving dinner.

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  19. PFlynn2424

    Charleston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thanksgiving with a fixed menu. Alexandra was the best server, but everyone went out of their way to make us feel welcome and taken care of. Food was amazing. We were very pleased with the entire experience!

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  20. PatrickK

    Charleston

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good, the service was attentive. The portions were very small. Especially the sides that came with the entrees. How can you serve more whipped butter with the rolls than mashed potatoes with the turkey? There are other restaurants that have the same food or better at a better value.

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  21. RobertB

    Charlotte

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We experienced their Thanksgiving Day 3 Course Meal. The Turkey and Mash Potatoes and Greens were Top of the Chart. The Duck was way to Tough (saw 2 other tables not complain but did not eat it) but management replaced ours with a different dish (Risotto) and it was delish. Deserts were unusual but very flavorful. French Press Coffee was Spot on. Mariah was our Attendant and she was Perfect.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience and great staff. Joseph was a very kind and knowledgeable server. Will definitely be back.

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  23. AA512

    Charlotte

    91 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    91 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible!! My favorite restaurant in Charleston. Roast shrimp and roasted oysters are everything. So many fish options as well, it's definitely a go to!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a beautiful place to celebrate an anniversary! The service is outstanding and the food in unbelievable. Every time my girlfriend and I have a special occasion to celebrate, The Tempest is the first place that comes to mind!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came here for my man’s 48th. It was simply splendid !

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  26. ChsCulinaryTours

    Charleston

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The jewel shines again. Always a unique pleasure to dine at Tempest.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best time!! Food was excellent and our server was amazing

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice experience. Fixed price meal was a great deal. Must try the bread. Great service. Menu is small but top notch is you love seafood.

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  29. SocialOuting

    Charleston

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Food was delicious and beautifully presented, service was superb and ambience was perfect for the four of us catching up.

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  30. CharlesD

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Would return again. Reasonably priced as well.

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  31. AnneK

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and the waiter was attentive and informative. Tuna tartare was delicious and crab cake prepared differently yet super yummy! And the s’more dessert was decadent- and I don’t really like s’mores!! We’ll done!!

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  32. mikeg

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service Food was great Also offer 3 course at awesome value Will definitely be back

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  33. LindaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and meal! Brought a group of 7 and would definitely go back :)

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  34. MarinaD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very passionate and enthusiastic staff, attention to details from glassware to every piece on a plate. Absolutely lovely overall experience. Phenomenal food! Perfect temperature wine. Get truffle beets they are to die for! Shrimp and grits unique and flavorful. Crab cakes full of big pieces of perfect crab complimented by corn and veggie sauce with just the right hint of heat. 😋 Complimentary seaweed bread OMG!! You can't stop eating it! My first time in Charleston and 2 meals at Tempest- I will be dreaming about it!🥰

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  35. KeithV

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Limited menu. Food was not as tasty as expected. Expensive food that needs improvement in flavor to be of value.

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  36. MaDk

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Party of 6 for a birthday celebration. Everyone at the table Loved everything we were served, and our waitress was charming, fun, and very knowledgeable. We all loved it and Highly recommend Tempest

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We did the $55 3-course dinner. Our 2 apps, octopus & tuna tartar, were delicious. The octopus was so tender. The entrees were every bit as good, flavorful flounder & light & moist swordfish. With the yummy bread, we had no room for dessert so got it boxed to go.. The complementary after dinner cognac was a treat. We'll definitely be back next time we're in Charleston.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. The environment is small and quiet. Great date spot

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was fantastic and very knowledgeable about the menu. The food was impeccable. Would definitely go back

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ragan was excellent she was so enthusiastic about the food answering all our questions. The food was very tasty and will definitely be back to try more.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Tempest is rated 4.7 stars by 2134 OpenTable diners.

Tempest does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Tempest

32 N Market St, Suite C, Charleston, SC 29401

Additional information

  • Cross street
    East Bay Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jeremy Waybright
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.tempestcharleston.com/
  • Phone number
    (843) 996-4966
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Sales Manager: (843) 996-4966 ext. 3

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