Charleston's Seafood Restaurant.


Rediscover Seafood.

Everything at The Establishment begins with fresh, sustainably sourced seafood. Our menu will always reflect our clean, non-complex, and balanced approach, delivering a selection of thoughtful and refined cuisine. Join us on Broad Street in historic downtown Charleston for a meal you won't soon forget.


Pinot Noir with our chicken roulade
An incredible assortment of food and wine
Incredible cocktails paired with local cuisine

A Wine Bar. With Cocktails.

The Establishment is a sophisticated wine bar with a curated wine list offering unique and interesting varietals. We also offer an eclectic menu of classic and modern cocktails, rare and hard to find bourbons, and fine scotches.


Live Music + Special Events

Join us on Broad Street every Friday and Saturday night from 8pm - 11pm for live jazz by some of Charleston's finest musicians! There's never a cover charge - so make your reservation and select the Music Room to enjoy dinner (or drinks) and great tunes.


Jonathan Lovett

Sat

MAY

4

Jonathan Lovett plays live jazz at The Establishment

Sat, May 4, 2024

Jonathan started playing piano at the age of 4 in his hometown of San Diego, California. He has been classically trained for 17 years and has also studied jazz/double bass for 8 years. Regarded by his peers as an extraordinary talent, he is a very active member of the Columbia music scene, performing and recording with various musicians of many genres. He currently studies jazz under Bert Ligon at the University of South Carolina. He has performed in many different venues, ranging from the Blue Room in New Orleans to the international Jazz Education Network Conference.

Kentucky Derby Watch Party

Sat

MAY

4

Sat, May 4, 2024

Saturday May 4th, The Establishment is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party at our house. We will have the 150th running of The Kentucky Derby aired on our big screen TV at our bar! We will feature themed cocktails, beer and wine specials, food specials, and have giveaways and in house contests for those wishing to participate.

Demetrius Doctor

Fri

MAY

10

Demetrius Doctor plays live jazz at The Establishment

Fri, May 10, 2024

Local favorite Demetrius Doctor will play his favorites and yours most Friday nights at The Establishment. Join us for dinner or just cocktails and listen to a monumental local talent on the piano playing jazz and beyond.

Happy Hour on Broad Street, Charleston.

Happy Hour on Broad Street.

Enjoy discounts on select wine, spirits, and cocktails at the bar daily from 5pm - 7pm. Enjoy specialty cocktails — like the pictured Limoncello Spritz, featuring house-made Limoncello, vanilla, and Prosecco — for only $10.




Located in Historic Downtown Charleston on Broad Street.

Located in the historic James Gregorie House at 28 Broad Street in downtown Charleston, The Establishment is a seafood-centric restaurant focusing on the fresh and sustainable ingredients surrounding the area. Comfortable fine dining at its best, the spacious and elegant eatery houses two large and comfortable dining areas, a full bar and wine cellar, two private dining rooms, and an open kitchen with a chef’s counter.

Open Tuesday - Saturday at 5:00pm
28 Broad St, Charleston, SC
843.789.4028


The Latest Dish


The flavors of spring have sprung at The Establishment. Come try the culinary creations blooming from Chef Elliott Howells this weekend at 28 Broad!

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The flavors of spring have sprung at The Establishment. Come try the culinary creations blooming from Chef Elliott Howells this weekend at 28 Broad! #broadstreet #charlestonrestaurants #charlestonsc #chseats #charlestonfoodie #sustainableseafood #food #charlestonfood #chstoday #28broad
{Golden Tilefish} fava beans, asparagus, trumpet mushrooms, sweet onions, sauce blanquette. Slow clap for this new favorite. 

#sustainableseafood #charlestonseafood #charlestonrestaurants #broadstreet #chseats #charlestonfoodie #eatdrinkchs
{Golden Tilefish} fava beans, asparagus, trumpet mushrooms, sweet onions, sauce blanquette. Slow clap for this new favorite. #sustainableseafood #charlestonseafood #charlestonrestaurants #broadstreet #chseats #charlestonfoodie #eatdrinkchs
Who’s ready for Derby Day? Join us at the bar starting at 5PM for the most stylish and delicious watch party in Charleston. Food and drink specials at the bar. Prizes for “Best Hat” and “Best in Show” from @georgedickel, @ketelone, and @bulleit. No reservations. 

🥃 Cocktail specials:
The Mint Julep
The Classic “Brown Derby” 
The Oaks Lily

🍽️ Small Plate Specials 
Smokey pimento cheese
Crispy Confit Duck Wings
Kentucky Hot Brown

#kentuckyderby #broadstreet #chstoday #chseats #charlestonfoodie #charlestonevents #chsevents
Who’s ready for Derby Day? Join us at the bar starting at 5PM for the most stylish and delicious watch party in Charleston. Food and drink specials at the bar. Prizes for “Best Hat” and “Best in Show” from @georgedickel, @ketelone, and @bulleit. No reservations. 🥃 Cocktail specials: The Mint Julep The Classic “Brown Derby” The Oaks Lily 🍽️ Small Plate Specials Smokey pimento cheese Crispy Confit Duck Wings Kentucky Hot Brown #kentuckyderby #broadstreet #chstoday #chseats #charlestonfoodie #charlestonevents #chsevents
{Asparagus} soft egg, truffle vinaigrette, a snowfall of pecorino sardo, topped with smoked trout roe

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{Asparagus} soft egg, truffle vinaigrette, a snowfall of pecorino sardo, topped with smoked trout roe #chseats #charlestonfoodie #charlestonrestaurants #eatlocal #lowcountrylocal #explorecharleston #localproduce #charlestonfarms
{Butter Poached Grouper} sunchokes, carrots, braised radish, preserved lemon gremolata, delicious bliss 

#chseats #charlestonfoodie #eatlocal #charlestonlocal #chs #sustainableseafood
{Butter Poached Grouper} sunchokes, carrots, braised radish, preserved lemon gremolata, delicious bliss #chseats #charlestonfoodie #eatlocal #charlestonlocal #chs #sustainableseafood
Set the scene for a romantic evening at our bar, with hand-crafted cocktails, mouthwatering cuisine, and intimate conversation. 🖤

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Set the scene for a romantic evening at our bar, with hand-crafted cocktails, mouthwatering cuisine, and intimate conversation. 🖤 #theestablishment #charlestoneats #chseats #charlestonfood #charlestonfinedining #explorecharleston #chsfoodies