Merci

This was an awesome dinner. You can tell they are still tweaking things and were really intentional about everything. The head chef/owner was there putting the final touches on the dishes and the staff were clearly well trained and hospitable. When they asked if we liked a dish, you could tell they genuinely cared. Their space is super small and inviting with some modern French flair. Felt both lively and intimate. The food was excellent and they had some unique takes on dishes (see gnudi and duck ballotine). Seemed to me they are going for French w/ southern influence (chicken with greens as a good example). The tuna crudo, the duck ballotine, and the chicken were our favorites. We sat at the bar and it was entertaining to watch them put the dishes together and we talked with one of the cooks a good bit which was fun. Would highly recommend.

Delicious food with exceptional service and one of a kind dining experience. The dining area is intimate and cozy. We had the chance to sit at the chefs counter and it was so fun to watch everything be prepared with such care. Overall a great experience and looking forward to going back!

Hands down the most exceptional dining experience I’ve had in the five years I’ve lived in Charleston — truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with a warm, genuine welcome by the hostess, whose warmth, charisma, and attentiveness immediately set the tone for the evening. She made us feel like old friends returning home, not just guests. The wine list was impressively curated, with a thoughtful variety of selections that perfectly complemented the menu — which itself was beautifully balanced and creatively composed. We sampled a bit of everything, and each dish was more outstanding than the last — bursting with flavor, artfully plated, and refreshingly inventive. Our server, Bennet, was nothing short of phenomenal. Despite the restaurant being newly opened, he demonstrated an impressive command of the entire menu — confidently walking us through each dish and offering spot-on wine pairings with remarkable insight. His recommendations were thoughtful, his timing impeccable, and his warmth and professionalism elevated the evening to something truly special. He went above and beyond at every turn, making sure our experience was flawless from start to finish. We cannot wait to return.

Outstanding food and service. Everyone was fantastic - Madison, Bennett, Christy - the whole crew. Food was terrific. The duck is outstanding. Every dish we tried, from the Spring Pea Salad all the way to the strawberry trifle was as advertised - exceptional. Fantastic restaurant and we will be back. Everyone should book this restaurant if you’re able to do so.

Beef Wellington is a must! The focaccia is a must!!!!! Having Brian as your server is a must!!!! Shoutout to Madison, the sweetest hostess in Charleston! Loved every minute of our experience at Merci, even with our one year old daughter in tow! Staff was so kind and the meal was excellent. Can’t wait to return.

I can confidently say Merci gave me one of the most unforgettable meals of my life. The crudo was hands-down the best I’ve ever had—every bite was layered with flavor in a way I’ve never experienced before. I’ll be dreaming about it for the rest of my life. The pea salad was bursting with freshness, and the focaccia? Unreal. Fluffy, flavorful, and addicting. But the star of the night might have been the gnudi—delicate, rich, and without a doubt the most impressive pasta dish I’ve ever tasted. Merci is a gem. Every plate felt intentional, beautiful, and deeply satisfying. I can’t wait to come back.

Had a reservation here for a Saturday night. The morning of the reservation, our flight got cancelled and couldn’t get on another flight until that evening at 8pm. We tried to contact Merci, through both phone and email multiple times, and didn’t hear back from them until 2 hours before our reservation. Merci showed no sympathy and charged my party $200 for cancelling the reservation. Disgusting customer service and money hungry ownership. Maybe consider treating your patrons with respect when situations are out of their control. Be careful making reservations here because it will be impossible to contact them. Will not be dining here ever again.

We have been to Merci twice and both times it was delicious and amazing. This simply might be the best restaurant in Charleston and I would eat her daily if I could.