Charleston's Seafood Restaurant.


Executive Chef Elliott Howells preparing a whole fish, with text above image saying Recommended by the Michelin Guide to the American South

Now Recommended by Michelin Guide to the American South.

We're excited to share the news. Along with fourteen other restaurants in Charleston (including three Michelin Star winners), The Establishment has been recognized as one of the top restaurants in the American South. A total of 228 restaurants across Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and the metro-Atlanta region of Georgia have received recognition in the guide.



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 Saturday night from 6pm - 10pm 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.


The Spare Kings

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Sat, Nov 29, 2025

Enjoy incredible live music from local legends - The Spare Kings! Complimentary live music with great vibes, perfectly poured cocktails, and one of the finest menus in the city.

The Spare Kings

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Sat, Dec 6, 2025

Enjoy incredible live music from local legends - The Spare Kings! Complimentary live music with great vibes, perfectly poured cocktails, and one of the finest menus in the city.

The Spare Kings

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Sat, Dec 13, 2025

Enjoy incredible live music from local legends - The Spare Kings! Complimentary live music with great vibes, perfectly poured cocktails, and one of the finest menus in the city.

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 and martinis for only $12 and glasses of wine from around the world starting at $9. View Menu




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


This weekend, we’re bringing back the libation that brought us the Best Cocktail title at @tacotequilakombat!
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Encanto • Lunazul Primero Reposado, pineapple-jalapeño shrub, passionfruit, toasted macadamia nut orgeat, lime, & green @tabasco!
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@primerotequila @lunazultequila #tacotequilakombat #CHSdrinks #CHScocktails #encanto #tequila
This weekend, we’re bringing back the libation that brought us the Best Cocktail title at @tacotequilakombat! ㅤ Encanto • Lunazul Primero Reposado, pineapple-jalapeño shrub, passionfruit, toasted macadamia nut orgeat, lime, & green @tabasco! ㅤ @primerotequila @lunazultequila #tacotequilakombat #CHSdrinks #CHScocktails #encanto #tequila
Get ready for sweater weather with the perfectly spiced Stream of Consciousness 🔥
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@virgilkaine #CHScocktails #chsdrinks #sweaterweather #virgilkaine
Get ready for sweater weather with the perfectly spiced Stream of Consciousness 🔥 ㅤ @virgilkaine #CHScocktails #chsdrinks #sweaterweather #virgilkaine
Arguably, the best wine selection in all of Charleston.
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#wine #charlestonwinebar
Arguably, the best wine selection in all of Charleston. ㅤ ㅤ #wine #charlestonwinebar
Thank you to everyone who came out to the Grand Tasting this weekend—we loved sharing Tuna Tarts & Tilefish Tiradito with you! 🖤 Kudos to @foodandwine @travelandleisure @southernliving for putting on such a wonderful event!
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#fwclassicCHS
Thank you to everyone who came out to the Grand Tasting this weekend—we loved sharing Tuna Tarts & Tilefish Tiradito with you! 🖤 Kudos to @foodandwine @travelandleisure @southernliving for putting on such a wonderful event! ㅤ #fwclassicCHS
We are so excited to be a part of the Food & Wine Classic in Charleston’s Grand Tasting this weekend! Come see us for a tasty bite while you sip on wines from around the world 🥂
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@foodandwine @travelandleisure @southernliving #fwclassicCHS
We are so excited to be a part of the Food & Wine Classic in Charleston’s Grand Tasting this weekend! Come see us for a tasty bite while you sip on wines from around the world 🥂 ㅤ @foodandwine @travelandleisure @southernliving #fwclassicCHS
Just a few of our favorite fall desserts 🍂🖤
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#CHSeats #charlestonrestaurants #semifreddo #pumpkinspice #applecobbler #pavlova
Just a few of our favorite fall desserts 🍂🖤 ㅤ #CHSeats #charlestonrestaurants #semifreddo #pumpkinspice #applecobbler #pavlova