Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge

Solid spot for cocktails and has a nice view of some of Charleston. They do a lot of fun events. Lots of different places to sit (inside bar, outside bar, and the garden area) Restroom is clean and modern, and they actually have more than one stall.

So I’ve been to this particular spot to party but never to have a meal. We chose Ritual being that their menu was light but also had some larger entrees available and you can’t go wrong with the outdoor space to hang out in. Our reservation was set for 5:30 as our plan was to catch the improve comedy show just a couple blocks away at theater 99. The parking was a breeze as it was just behind the Walgreens on the corner (don’t forget to scan that barcode in the parking lot and pay up for that so you don’t get towed) I paid about $16 for 2 hrs) One thing I love about Ritual is that they have an elevator (thanks yall! My “non Megan knee” definitely appreciates that!) for those of you who love your stair stepper, you can take the stairs up to the top. The host was able to seat us right away and we were very quickly greeted by our server. We ordered both espresso martinis, (they have a vodka option and a tequila option) the tequila option was my favorite. When it came to the food, we went with some tapas. My partner ordered the guacamole and house made tortilla chips (so flavorful and bright with a slight kick & the chips were large and fresh). We got an order of the bang bang shrimp which had a light batter on them and the bang bang sauce was creamy and delicious. We also ordered the crispy brussel sprouts with carrot purée which were also very tasty and beautiful. The last dish we ordered was the charcuterie board and the saltine crackers and jam were a fantastic combination. Everything looked amazing and so fresh and tasted just as delicious. Once we finished up with the eats we headed to the other side and stepped out onto the rooftop terrace area that was poppin with a live DJ, chill but upbeat vibes and the bar tenders were definitely putting in work. We ordered a carafe of one of their signature drinks and it was sooo good! Not too sweet, not bitter, just perfect and very refreshing.

Everything was so amazing!! The food, the staff, the drinks. I was so impressed. Likely one of the best meals I have ever had. I was visiting from out of state and since my visit I had suggested it to many friends and they all had the same experience. Exceptional!! Thanks for all you do to make an amazing dining experience.

We visited Ritual for a rooftop dinner with a group of 9! There were tons of bachelorette groups there, so it had a fun, lively vibe. We were seated out on the patio while the sun was still up, and although the rooftop has curtains/shades to block the sun, it ended up trapping a lot of heat since they were down. Once the sun went down and the curtains were raised, the breeze rolled in and it was so much more comfortable. The food was good overall. I ordered the empanadas, which were much saucier than I expected... not bad, just different. The chips and guac were absolutely amazing! The drinks were good, but because it was so hot up top, they melted super quickly and ended up pretty watered down. This isn't the restaurant’s fault, just something to be aware of. Pork tacos were good! Our server was kind but seemed a little overwhelmed with the large group. One of the main dishes was forgotten, and after waiting around 15 minutes while everyone else ate, we decided to cancel it. To be fair, the restaurant did mention it’s a tapas-style menu and recommends sharing small plates, so it may be better suited for more casual bites than full dinners. The atmosphere was fun and trendy, but definitely packed (we were there on a Saturday). On the way out, we overheard the bouncers chatting about how strict the dress code would be for the evening crowd mentioning they wouldn’t let people in with “butt cheeks out” or anyone looking “trashy.” Two of our Uber drivers even told us they had previously been denied entry for not wearing collared shirts. They do make their dress code clear on the website when booking, so just make sure to plan for that! Overall, the vibe and energy were good, and it’s a cool rooftop setting but I don’t think I’d return for a full meal. I’d come back for drinks and the view but probably not for dinner again.

Emily was INCREDIBLE! Super knowledgeable of the menu, super friendly, took extra precautions with one of our friends who has a gluten and dairy allergy, and overall made our experience a truly great one. Food was delicious and the rooftop was the perfect atmosphere. Definitely the perfect dinner experience!

Food was fine, not bad, but not excellent. The open patio had a good breeze going with a pretty view. The whole area smelled like lighter fluid, which is odd. Burger was cooked perfectly but under seasoning made it bland. Fries were slightly undercooked but well seasoned. Chimchiri Hanger steak was cooked properly, but chimichirri tasted like straight vinegar and was watery.

One of the best dining experiences I have had in Charleston. I was greeted as soon as I walked in the door by the host (Lauren) who did a great job of explaining our options for dining. Me and my husband decide to go to the bar for a few drinks and light bites. Tori was our bartender and made the best espresso martini I have EVER had and did a great job of recommending different tapas for us to try. Definitely will be coming back when visiting Charleston again and hope both of them will be working!!!

We had an amazing experience at Rituals! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Our server, Peter, truly went above and beyond, he was attentive, knowledgeable, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our meal. The food was absolutely delicious, incredibly fresh, and clearly made to order with great care. Every bite felt like it was crafted just for us. We’ll definitely be coming back for more!

Such a beautiful view and amazing food! Our waitress Emily was attentive and had great recommendations on food. would recommend to anyone in the Charleston area!

Excellent restaurant! The food, service and prices spot on. If you go ask for Emily for your waitress, she serve you as Royalty!

Kimberly is the absolute GOAT, Tori is also a great woman who served me tremendously. highly recommend

A pretty good rooftop bar with reasonably priced small bites. I stopped in here for a quick snack midday on a Sunday, and the place had plenty of availability. We shared the chips and guac and the chicken and waffles. Our server generously refilled our chips as needed, and the chicken and waffles was really good and only $14. While I don't think anything here was mind blowing, it was great quality for the fairly low price tag and a great way to escape the heat!

The Ritual is gorgeous--like, "am I in Charleston or did I just teleport to Tulum?" gorgeous. From the moment we stepped off the elevator, I felt like I needed a flowy white dress and a mocktail in a coconut. We originally sat out on the rooftop (because, of course, rooftop = cute pics), but then the wind decided to start auditioning for a hurricane. Thankfully, the staff was super sweet and moved us inside right away--warmth and kindness restored. Now, about the food... this is where things got complicated. We wanted to be obsessed. We tried to be obsessed. But alas, my taste buds were not sending love letters that night. We started with: Tulum Bravas - only one of us liked them (and spoiler: it wasn't me). Crispy Brussels - as a self-proclaimed Brussels girlie, this one hurt. All I could taste was lemon--like, a lot of lemon. Insert sad face. Chicken Tinga Empanadas - finally, some redemption! These were quite tasty and definitely the table's favorite. For mains: One twin had the Tulum Caesar Salad (was actually pretty tasty), the other had Mojo Chicken Tacos (were totally lacking), my oldest (aka best oldest daughter ever--she treated us for a four-birthday celebration because all our birthdays are weeks apart ) got The Ritual Burger came out pink and flavorless (she asked for well done ), and I ordered the Seared Tuna Sandwich... which sadly came with tuna that forgot to RSVP to the seasoning party. The presentation? Stunning. The flavors? Hit or miss. But even though the food didn't win us over, the vibes, decor, and service absolutely did. We laughed a ton, looked adorable doing it, and ended the night with the sweetest surprise--our waitress had told the kitchen we were celebrating, so they brought out a slice of chocolate peanut butter cake and four churros, with candles. We blew them out together, giggling and grateful. So, would we go back? Maybe--for the atmosphere, the cocktails, and that Tulum aesthetic. But next time, I'll hope the flavor gods are in a better mood.

Service was great from the hostess to the server. Ty, our server was very attentive and ensured we had a decent time. She even brought our bride a lemon drop shot, which so happened to be a favorite of the bride. Live the aesthetic of the place. It gives off vacation on a resort vibe from the foliage, decor, fixtures, furniture etc... Getting dropped off by the uber in front of this place will leave you with low expectations. You'll have to enter into what seems like an abandoned lobby with no attendant and take the elevator to the second or third floor. After stepping off the elevator, you'll breathe a sigh of relief. A very welcoming sight awaits. I will say I wasn't too impressed with the food. The steak was very chewy and not cooked to my preferred temp and color, but we made it due. The less complaints the better for the bride. So we kept it light and to a minimum. The Brussels sprouts are phenomenal. Easy 10/5 lol. I could have been content with a bowl of Brussels by myself, but I prob would have paid for it later iykyk. The drinks were handcrafted to perfection with the perfect amount of sweetness and alcohol. I rather taste the sweetness than the liquor any day. I highly recommend the drink, Coco Amantes. You won't be disappointed. Overall experience 5/5. Food 3/5. Drinks 5/5. Memories 10/10.

This was not a planned visit. We were heading to King Street for a drink and stumbled on Ritual. We took a gamble and went in. What a cool place. It's decorated beautifully and has a great vibe. The music is loud so not the easiest for conversation but fun. The bartenders were great and everyone was very friendly. If you're looking for a cool rooftop experience, give Ritual a try.

We stopped in for some libations on a beautiful sunny Saturday. Beautiful views of park and churches. Elevator or stairs to rooftop, three bars with a restaurant, two open air and one inside. TV's, turf grass, lots of seating. Enjoy!

We were really disappointed in our meal at Ritual. My three friends and I went on Sunday night. First of all, it was tough to get a reservation, so we assumed it would be a crowded and popular spot! However, it was pretty empty when we arrived. Odd. Our server was quite possibly one of the most miserable people I've ever encountered in my entire life. She seemed to be deeply bothered by our very existence. We are all professionals in our mid-30s so it's not like we were some rowdy group of unsupervised preteens, but even if we were, that wouldn't have been a reason to be rude. We asked for recommendations for appetizers and mains and she acted like we asked her to recite Moby Dick from memory. Also, my friend asked for some hot sauce for her taco, and the server never brought it. Even worse - she NEVER came back to ask how our food was! I can't recall the last time I've had such bad service. The food, overall, left quite a bit to be desired. The only delicious item we had was the chicken tinga empanadas, and that's honestly the only reason I didn't give this place a one star review. We also had the hangar steak, which was a measly portion, but tasted quite good. The albondigas were very good, and the fish tacos were alright. The Brussels sprouts were disgustingly burnt and very flavorless. The drinks were also gross. We ordered the espresso martini flight and honestly all of them were bad. My friend is a big espresso martini fan and said they were the worst she'd had. Yes, the place is very ~*aesthetic*~ (lol) and nicely decorated, but that absolutely cannot make up for truly terrible service and inconsistent food. Overpriced for the quality for certain.

Music was bumpin' The night was JUST getting started. Hard to find a seat, especially with 12 people, but we managed okay. Decided to just have one drink and head to a more comfortable bar. Walked back past it later and there was a line around the block! I can see how, but the pallet chairs were not comfortable. Drinks were good, though!

Definitely a good spot for some good food and the ambiance felt good. If you're in town check this place out. Unfortunately we didn't go outside because it was raining but hopefully we can visit again.

Cute rooftop with in and outdoor seating. Came for dinner on a sunday night. Specifically made res for outdoor but they had us marked down as indoor so Idk what happened there but if you are passionate you should call ahead to check. Love the boho, tropical decor in and outside. The view outside is nice but it's not JAW DROPPING. Our service was good, and our food came out quickly. food is pricey for what you get. - Crispy brussel sprouts - yummy, but average. They were huge so not super crispy. Carrot puree as a sauce was interesting but good. - Grilled shrimp tacos - delish! Loaded with shrimp and the mango pico was super refreshing. - Steak tacos - also tasty! Overall we were happy with our meal but it wasn't our favorite meal in the city. Mostly for vibes - I believe it becomes a club / party scene in the later evening

Great roof top dining space. We enjoyed drinks and appetizer's with Nice views of the city. The shrimp and pork belly skewers were a hit with our group.

Just went for drinks and to watch the sunset from the rooftop area. The drinks were delicious and the staff gave great recommendations. The El Jefe was one of the best jalapeño margaritas I've had. It wasn't watered down at all and wasn't too sweet. The rooftop had a great view of the park and the beautiful churches.

Stopped here for a pre-dinner snack. Fun little rooftop. They have an indoor bar with a DJ and various seating options. They have two outdoor areas, one is semi covered by umbrellas with another bar. The other is open air, no coverage but great views. Another outdoor bar area with turf and couches for lounging and a DJ located on the other side of the host stand. I wish we would have seen the turfed area first as it was wide open with lots of seating. The view from the roof is awesome and I can see why it's a popular spot. All bar and turf areas are first come first serve. The tables on the patio and inside are all by reservation. We had mocktails and chips and guacamole. The chips were very oily but the guac was out of this world! Really fun place to check out. We didn't eat aside from the guac so can't really speak to the food but the service and atmosphere were top notch.

We loved this place the food here is amazing they had a live band the view was amazing. They have these pods you can hang out in with your friends and the bartenders Jordan was incredibly helpful and we had the best experience. I can't say enough good things

Ritual came highly recommended for us to visit. They did not disappoint, Ty was our server and she was amazing. Great customer service and great food and drinks!

Food is fun- not the best in Charleston but not horrible. I always get the hot honey donut sandwich for brunch. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I will say everything is overpriced- most items are a la carte with no sides. The drinks are okay but nothing to rave about. The most off-putting experience I have had here was when I asked for a water at last call and the bartender denied me... It wasn't even 2 am yet and I realize they wanted people to leave but denying a guest that has been drinking alcohol a water seems a bit harsh and poor service.

Do not sleep on the espresso martinis! My favorite is that they have an espresso martini flight where they offer espresso martinis made with vodka, bourbon, tequila, and a flavor of the month. I came here for brunch, and the food was amazing. I've also come for happy hour cocktails on the patio. If you're coming during the summertime, be prepared because there's not a ton of shade outside and it gets hot! It's upstairs on the third floor so you can either walk up or take the elevator. They have a decent happy hour from 4 PM to 6 PM with Half priced appetizers and cocktails. The bartenders do tend to change since it is a college town and some aren't as friendly as others, but usually the inside bar have the happiest bartenders.

A must visit when you are in downtown Charleston! The food was so fresh and great for sharing with a group of friends. Had a nice selection of drinks. Our server was very friendly and gave awesome food and drink recommendations. Live dj on the outside patio was a nice bonus to enjoy when finished with our meal.

This place was close to our hotel and I was able to get a reservation easily, but to be honest it was a pretty average experience. The restaurant is cute, fun vibe, but service and food were meh. We started with drinks and decided to share the 'lean with it rock with it' and it was probably the best thing we ordered- delicious! The $48 cocktail was shared between 4 of us so it was a pretty good value. For apps we got the tulum bravas which were very good. We also got the burrata which was an embarrassment to all burrata aficionados like myself. They listed 'grilled bread' but it came with a pile of tomatoes and 3 small crostinis. Not good, definitely skip the burrata! I'm not sure what they were thinking with that. For entrees we got fish, shrimp, and steak tacos. They were just ok. I wouldn't come back for these. Overall meh, so many better places in Charleston!

Arrived in Charleston and wanted a low key chill vibe. This was the place to be. Went straight to the rooftop and outside. Sat underneath the umbrella. It was hot, but there was a breeze so it wasn't that bad. Drink prices are decent.

Service was good. Drinks were strong. A bit pricey. Tulum vibes. Patio has a great view of the park and the churches. Good spot to hang out after dinner and get a drink.

Our small group happened upon this rooftop while exploring Charleston on a Wednesday night. It's divided into several different areas, so be sure to walk around before taking a seat. There was live acoustic entertainment, lovely lighting, and at least two distinct full bars. One corner has a fire pit - perfect on a cool, spring night. The views of historic downtown Charleston were inspiring. Enjoy!

Maycee was amazing! Food was great but the service is worth writing home for Yeah, I'll be amazing

Service: flustered. The restaurant pushed back our reservation time by an hour. They said that one of the girls in my group called in to move the reservation but no one called to change anything. They must've gotten confused with another group. Our server was very flustered with our big group. Missing items left and right. Slow service and slow turnout of meals. Some girls were able to finish their meal before others were served. Food: Cold brew coffee- asked for a cold brew that never came. But the espresso martini was good. Salad- Crisp. It was a standard salad. Well dressed and the lardons were a good salty bite. Guacamole- mid. A good standard guac. Brussels sprouts- heavy. The sprouts were heavy and had the same flavor profile since they used the same lardons as the salad. Shrimp taco-pass. Overcooked and rubbery. For a town that has a lot of seafood, this is not the place to get it. Churros- wrong plate to serve this! The chocolate sauce got everywhere! It ended up dripping onto my friend's seat and she sat on it while wearing white! No sugar cinnamon coating. This was just fried dough with chocolate syrup. On to my next adventure...

I really enjoyed Ritual. I was visiting Charleston for a birthday party and looked on IG and TikTok for rooftops in downtown to have a few drinks with the girls. It was a beautiful afternoon and we quickly grabbed seats in the lounge area. We ordered drinks at the bar and they were really good! This location is in a beautiful spot to provide gorgeous views of Charleston. The drinks are good and service was fast!

Stairwell to walk up the restaurant smelled absolutely rancid.....like homeless people, vomit, and piss. It doesn't help that you also have to walk up three flights of stairs. Everyone in my group almost threw up just trying to get to the restaurant. Service was great by the hostess and server. Food was absolutely disgusting and over priced. EVERYTHING was drenched in salt to the point that we couldn't even eat anything. Very cool ambiance, go have a drink on the rooftop, but do not plan a meal around this place.

Went in around 2pm and only the brunch menu was available (bummer!) they said the full menu is available at 3, but it seems odd to only serve brunch (eggs, waffles, etc) until 3PM? My friends got the carne asada bowl and the plating was really weird- the portion only filled up half the plate (???) I got the Dirty Bird and the chicken was kinda wrinkly and dehydrated looking and wasn't juicy or plump. The service was good and quick. Our server was really attentive. I'd only give this place 3 stars tho due to the so so food and lacking menu.

Had a party of 12 at 10pm spent about 500 on drinks. Then was asked to leave our seats because VIP seating if we wanted to stay 1,200.00 dollars We had already spent 500 on drinks and 200 on the DJ TO GET HIM STARTED. Ready to spend more but who wants to stay when they want to kick you out. Charleston native and my kids are very frequent to this club. Just saying there are better clubs for your money don't waste your time or money! They don't care about you, they are just money grabbing thieves Money money money money all they care about! Want a good time stay away longggggggggggg away! Bachelorette parties stay away no good!

On Halloween night, the female VIP manager (approx. 30 years old and short) grabbed my wrist randomly (without asking me) to check if I had a wristband. I did, but in the process of her grabbing my wrist she knocked my drink down on the floor. She didn't acknowledge it at all and walked away. I caught up with her and POLITELY told her that she knocked my drink down when checking my wrist. She coldly looked at me and said "You can buy another one". The drinks are $13! It was extremely unprofessional and rude!!! I wouldn't recommend to anyone going here, unless you want to spend an exorbitant amount of money and still be treated like trash by management!!!!

This rooftop was 10/10 & perfect for a birthday celebration/dinner. The ritual salad was delicious, I want to fly back to Charleston just to have it again

Nice ambiance, buuuuut....If you want a side order of fries, you have to get the burger - can't order separately. Our server said that chef gets mad if she puts in a special request for the fries, so she wouldn't do it. Also, soda came out flat and a new one didn't come out until we got the check...with the charge for the soda that we didn't even end up drinking. Food was fine, but loaded with salt.

Food was super good we had calamari and shrimp tacos , service was great my glass was never empty. Good music as well.

Food, drinks and service were great! Amazing ambience, Deontae was fantastic! We will be back!

Very good bar near the "center" of king st. Love the drinks and the atmosphere. The rooftop bar with indoor/outdoor seating is really nice and a great place to get a drink.

The environment is cool, but does turn into a bar/club at 9:30 so you do have to be done eating. Had a 8:15 pm with a party of 6 and it was cutting close. Food and drinks were good

This is a nicely decorated rooftop venue in Charleston. You can use street parking. We came here for a bar crawl event. On the tickets that were purchased with this location. We arrived on time. We sat at the bar and got comfortable drinking for all of 3 minutes, but then had to get out of her seat as they were removing everybody's chair and then told everyone that they had to leave as they have an event in an hour,we were confused why would they double book an event they are hosting?! Why would sell tickets for a bar crawl that only lasts one hour at the host location?! It just was confusion and chaos. It was no posters or signs for prices. The app did not include detailed information on specials and bars were confused on specials for the bar crawl. I'm not sure what they organized, but I hope they never organize an event like this again. Nothing great about this place beyond the beauty of the location or view that really nothing spectacular as you can get that in many areas in Charleston.

Love the vibe of this place!! It's giving tulum. Ceviche, empanadas & pork belly tacos were phenomenal 10/10. My bf got The Dirty Bird brunch sandwich, he said the taste was really good and donuts were the best part. The waitress was nice and knowledgeable.

We visited ritual for girls brunch on Sunday funday! We made a reservation for 7 even though there was no one in the restaurant when we arrived at 12:30. The atmosphere is cute with plants and jungle like vibes. I ordered the mimosa set which comes with a bottle of sparkling wine and an assortment of juices. I love the different juice options so you can switch it up. I also order the potato breakfast bowl. It was lots of food, however they forgot the bacon and it needed hot sauce. Our server was great and very attentive, however it seemed the kitchen was having several issues. Others in my party had things left off or forgotten and we were literally one of 3 tables in the whole place. The rooftop portion is really cute with a full bar and views of downtown. It would be a great place for drinks in the warm weather.

Our waitress was absolutely amazing, she was extremely helpful in modifications to drinks and recommendations on dinner items. Food was delicious! I definitely recommend the chips & guac - large portion and very yummy! Super cool ambiance, but very loud.

Sitting at the bar was interesting at most, but things soon turned south, unfortunately. Ordered a RH salad to share as time was limited it was very tasty and after realizing we had a bit more time decided to order drinks...that's when things didn't go so well, the bartender made my drink, a basic mojito and it was so tart it was undrinkable. He offered some simple syrup so I could mix to my liking, but I had already watched him make a mojito with a floater and muddled mint whereas mine seemed completely different. He offered then to remake the drink, but the drink didn't appear that much different than the first...his offering the second attempt was slightly better, but it came with some attitude and clanking of bar tools...this was most uncomfortable and shocking to say the least. Anyways, enjoy your experience as ours was by far the worst while visiting Charleston!

The mixologist, Jediah, was talented and everything seemed professionally done. The ambience of the place is high quality and yet fairly priced. I would come here again!

Rooftop Patio! This place is awesome! They have an area with booths and yard games, another area is an outdoor bar, and then an indoor restaurant. We just got a couple drinks and tried to cool off on the patio, but this place was packed! We found a bench between the two outdoor areas to hang out on.

Celebrating a friend's 50th on a Saturday afternoon. We were a party of 13 and our server was the best! He was so nice and made sure we were fully accommodated. Ritual is such a vibe, with it's spacious dining area inside and out. From the patio seating and rooftop area, you can see the beauty of downtown Charleston. We were served the brunch menu which was kind of limited. Great choices to choose from, but many selections were served with pork. Great food, but really wish they could expand their options. Overall, great food, great vibe, and great service. Will come again.

Listen up... This food was sooooooo good. The service was amazing. This place is a must experience. Great music, great views from the rooftop. Don't visit Charleston and stop in Yesssssssssssssssss !!!!!!!! lol

Brunch at Ritual was a lot tastier than anticipated. The hash with eggs on top looked simple yet was truly mouth watering. I'd skip the deviled eggs. Ritual is known for its rooftop and oasis type ambiance, important to note the food is decent too. Music was a little loud and clubby for brunch, though somewhat expected.

My friends and I were in town for a conference, and several people recommended this spot. It definitely lived up to the hype. The decor and the atmosphere set the mood right away. We sat outside and the views were amazing. We started with drinks. Their cocktail menu is impressive. I got to try my first espresso martini flight! Their menu is mainly tapas style and my only complaint is that there are no bad choices! I had never had ceviche, but our waiter said it was one of his favorites and it was very good! The empanadas were a little spicy for me, but a really great flavor. Calamari was hands down the best I've ever had. It was so crispy and I've never had it before when it wasn't just a little chewy - but I can't say that anymore. Every bit of our experience was perfection. As if that wasn't enough, to top it all off we realized after ordering that everything we got was HALF OFF because of happy hour! Definitely worth checking out if you're in town or just want a fun outing.

Went on a weekday night & it was super chill, the rooftop has a great ambiance & perfect light breeze on a summer night. The bartender was very kind and attentive. The views are awesome, definitely stop by here during your trip! Also definitely the best espresso martini I had during my trip to Charleston, and I tried at least 4-5 from different restaurants.