Southbound

5 Stars - A Birthday Celebration to Remember Southbound delivered an unforgettable first visit for my partner's birthday. From the moment we arrived, they made us feel special with a champagne greeting that set the tone for the entire evening. The food was exceptional - my elk steak was perfectly prepared with a beautiful sear and tender interior, while my partner's halibut was flaky, moist, and beautifully seasoned. Both dishes showcased the kitchen's skill with quality ingredients and thoughtful preparation. The atmosphere captures vintage Charleston charm perfectly - intimate, warm, and inn-like without feeling stuffy. It's the kind of place that makes you slow down and savor the experience. Service was attentive without being intrusive, and the staff clearly takes pride in creating special moments for guests. Southbound is now our new go-to for celebrations. Can't wait to return!

Celebrated a 21st birthday here. Amazing atmosphere, location, design, everything was amazing. Most accommodating staff, one of my favorite restaurant experiences. I would most definitely come here again but would not order the duck again, it was good but didn’t amaze me. Harley was the best server I’ve ever had. Such a sweet and genuine person, needs more people like her. I recommend to anyone who is looking for an overall great and intimate dining experience. Great restaurant and awesome staff.

Absolutely phenomenal dining experience! Southbound in Charleston delivers unforgettable flavor with every bite. The star of the show? Their incredible wood-fired dishes—smoky, rich, and perfectly seasoned. From the moment we walked in, the warm Southern hospitality made us feel right at home. Every plate was beautifully prepared, bursting with bold, comforting flavors that showcase the best of Southern cuisine. If you’re looking for authentic Lowcountry cooking with a modern twist and mouthwatering wood-fired magic, this place is a must. Five stars without hesitation!

My Fiance and I dined here tonight, and everything was absolutely wonderful! Our order was as follows: The Bitter Sweet Symphony Drink, The Dry Aged New York Strip, Spring Chicken, and the Grilled Peaches & Cream for dessert. Our waiter was very knowledgeable with the items on the menu, able to answer any questions we had about specific ingredients, to how it was prepared. He seems to be just as passionate as the chef spearheading this culinary delight! The atmosphere had a very relaxing mood with great music too! This restaurant is a gem! All in all, the next time my Fiance and I visit Charleston, we will be visiting again!

This place didn’t disappoint. The tuna tartare app and porkchop was delicious. I will say that i ordered the tiramisu dessert and wasnt really one. More like a chocolate mouse but great regardless. Housed in a colonial home w/ chefs cooking out in the open always adds a nice touch.

The atmosphere was top notch. We sat outside on the patio and it was the best patio yet! Just beautiful! The fact that’s in an old house is also another selling feature! The service was top notch, and even had a purse holder. The food was just ok- for the price. It was good, looked beautiful but husk to me is better on food.

Overpriced to say the least. This was their 34 ounce bone in ribeye for $170, you be the judge. You’d think you would get an accompanied sauce like béarnaise or bordelaise with that but it’s just the steak. We did have the seared Foie Gras and the Tiramisu dessert which were both good. Four people at dinner and we both split the steak with our girlfriends and the bill was over well over $700 with tip.

Our evening at Southbound was truly a special experience that I will always remember. The restaurant itself is a stunner- southern charm in a renovated home with modern artistic touches everywhere you look, and so much of the original home preserved. The hostess was on her game, she took care of every detail without hesitation and moved us through our dining experience seamlessly. We started our night at happy hour at the bar upstairs. I can’t say enough about Josh! His knowledge, skill and creativity make him a master of his craft. We enjoyed his company as well as his carefully hand crafted cocktails. He is an artist and his passion for what he does is evident, making every drink an experience. He even made some unique mocktails for my pregnant sister in law! We moved downstairs to the chefs counter for dinner. Alessandro took care of us and provided excellent service, recommendations, and most of all created a fun atmosphere. He was energetic and brought so much life into the evening. The chefs working the fire created masterpieces- some of the best food I’ve ever had. It was incredible watching them create dishes right in front of us, so attentive to detail. The fire added so much dynamic to both the food and the evening. Enjoying these exquisite dishes with family around the fire and having good conversation and laughs with the Southbound crew made this night truly special. This group has something unique, you can feel the energy of the place. Not only are the food and beverages out of this world, the staff feels like family by the time you leave. They are passionate, hardworking, and they love the place. I’ll come back every time I’m in town. You don’t want to miss this place!

Great restaurant with superb food and service. The food is cooked on an open flame and the flavors are to die for! Southbound is such a gorgeous and classy place. Perfect for a date night or special occasion.

7 hours ago New The Hungry Detective and Special Agent Deirdre had the most unusual experience last night. It was my 60th birthday dinner and we were so excited to celebrate at Southbound...so to start this review comes with a heavy heart and the evening events were a first time ever situation. I call it a situation as I recall the evening. The FACTS: We arrived and were upgraded to the Chefs Table and super excited to watch and enjoy all the action as the food was being prepared. The RUB: Great conversation with the staff...we had a wonderful complimentary salad to start and then the New York strip came out cooked to perfection...this where things go sideways...Evan the manager asked me to step outside for a talk...that's when I was told that we were not going to be served wine with our dinner service...my response was the following: "What did we do that was so offensive that a glass of wine was not happening" RESPONSE: "Sir you can enjoy your meal without the wine" VERDICT: Southbound and the manager Evan are guilty as sin for ruining my 60th birthday celebration that my girlfriend a.k.a. special agent Deirdre planned...this was the first time in 60 years that I was told I could not have a glass of wine with my meal totally bizarre. Not sure if we will return or I would advise my 40,000 followers to return to southbound...enough said!! The Hungry Detective

We dropped in to Southbound last minute on a Friday night and were able to do a walk-in for two. The space is really nicely designed-- the outside is a historic old home on Cannon (attached to a hotel or bed & breakfast, I believe) but the inside is airy and modern. Diverse seating and plenty of room at the bar and chefs counter. The highlights were the local heirloom tomato salad and the steaks-- I greatly enjoyed my bavette steak which was perfectly cooked and a nice twist. Great flavors. My boyfriend ordered the specialty steak, which was huge! We both went home with leftovers. Also enjoyed the smores dessert, which came out piping hot in a cast iron skillet. A shoutout to our server Kash (sp?), who was amazing. We had an issue when we ordered the cobia crudo, which looked great, but the fish tasted a little off. We eat a ton of crudo, so could tell immediately it wasn't right. She handled our feedback with ease and grace, and the chef ended up pulling it from the menu that night. Great service and willingness to do right by the customer. Would come back for the steaks, ambiance, and great service.

We choose this place Looking for something a bit different and special for my birthday We loved the layout of the restaurant, and the smells from the wood stove when you first walked in were amazing. We sat on the balcony on the second floor which overlooked a neat courtyard for several homes. Unfortunately, the heaters were not set up and my wife suffered som as it was a bit chilly this night. They did offer blankets, but the wife being a bit of a germaphobe, did not want to eat with a blanket on her that someone else might have used. Our server was very friendly, and helpful. The wife started with the Foie Gras and Brioche French Toast. Personally I thought this was perfectly presented and cooked. I had the Cider-Braised Pork Cheek for my appetizer. I don't know if it is on purpose, but while the dish had a nice flavor, it was served cold, which I did not care for. For her main dish the wife got a special Ahi dish. The fish was cooked perfectly but seemed to lack a bit of seasoning. My main dish was the New Zealand Elk Chops Roasted Root Vegetables and Swiss Chard. Having experienced Elk before, I know it is easy to overcook such a lean piece of meat, so I asked the meat to be prepared Chef Recommend. This might have been a mistake as the meat came out blue as can be. I am OK eating Rare, but I am not a fan of Blue meat (see picture provided). After requesting this be heated up, I got a dish that had a nice char on the outside but still red on the inside. So with a couple dishes that were hits, 1 that missed and 1 that needed to be sent back, I say this was an OK but not great meal.

This place has been on my list for some time now so I was very excited to finally be able to come. My friend and I made a reso last minute and were able to get a dinner reservation on a Tuesday night. The restaurant itself has a lot of character being that it was once a house so it has unique decor and felt very warm. We got greeted and quickly sat on the other side of the restaurant outdoors and it was a beautiful day out. It's not a very big restaurant, maybe 6-8 bar chairs right in front of their open kitchen. It is impressive to see that they work out of that very small kitchen and can fit 3 people back there. Our server came over and since it was our first time, my friend asked him if there were things that were a "must get or can't miss" and his response was "not really." It made us chuckle because it either implied that everything is a good choice or nothing really stood out so we found that to be an interesting response as he made no recommendations following that. We found the wine menu to be more interesting than their cocktail list. There wasn't really anything unique but more so a lot of just "classic cocktails" you would see on other drink menus. I just expected a bit more variety and creativity from this section. We settled on food and ordered a few apps to share. Arugula salad - it is exactly what you expect. I appreciate that it was fresh, strawberries are in season so that was good and it was a nice salad. Spanish Octopus- I didn't find this dish to have much flavor, especially any pertaining to it being "Spanish" and I would've liked more citrus of acidity to enhance this dish. Coconut jasmine rice- some may like their rice super soft and mush but I found this to be way overcooked. It was fragrant and had good flavor but just too mushy for my liking. Braised pork cheek - This dish was the best one by far from the others. It has the most flavor and was tender. I still wanted to give it a 4/5 rating because I could appreciate the fresh and clean ingredients used but I just wanted more flavor overall. Personally I enjoyed the atmosphere more than anything and it was a bit of an underwhelming food experience for what I was hoping for and our service was fine but nothing memorable. I would be interested in trying some of their entree dishes another time.

Amazing staff and overall experience inside a beautiful home. When you walk in, you are given a mini tour and introduced to the staff. However, the food was lacking for the price point. The bicycle cocktail was very good. The lemon spritz was good but not anything special. The foie gras and chicken liver mousse appetizer was good with candied bacon, but not mind blowing. Same with the branzino was in a very mild sauce and the skin tasted quite burnt. The duck breast was very good though, and it came with delicious red peas and sweet marinated onion that complement the duck excellently. The meat was cooked to perfection. The duck was definitely the saving grace

An incredible dinner. Our servers were honest and attentive. The food? What can I say? The duck was perfect. The lamb chop was incredible and a feast for at least two. Pricey but worth it. Having dined between San Diego, New York and here, this was incredible. Everything cooked over white oak fire.

I had an underwhelming experience. Service was great - but food was just ok and was pretty $$ to not be anything memorable. They do offer a $20 burger during happy hour at the bar, so maybe l'll return to try that!

Such a romantic little spot! This was at the top of my list to check out in Charleston and it did not disappoint. We had the kindest waiter, so personable. The food was amazing, although in the pricier side. At the end they even give you an Oreo cookie that the owners mom makes. Great touch!! Loved it!

Amazing first-time experience at Southbound. Sat at the chefs counter which was cool watching the three chefs prepare dinner while we sipped delicious cocktails. Every single thing we put in our mouth was 10/10. Attentive service, friendly chefs, cozy ambiance! Will be back soon

Holy smokes! This place is amazing. I was blown away by the food, service, and vibe of Southbound. From the Oysters Rockefeller starters to the tartare app (could have been my entree), the New York strip, and finishing with the banana pudding ... blown away all the way through. A few of us were lucky enough to sit at the chef's table and it was a top shelf experience. When in Charleston, I wouldn't miss a chance to enjoy a meal here!

Came for my birthday and anniversary. The drinks were good. The people were nice. The take on Steak Tartar was fun. But I ordered the steak and he ordered the flounder. Neither were very good. $325 and I got sick on the way home, gave my steak to my dogs and my SO made himself food when he got home. But hey we got a free chocolate dipped oreo and a rose.

I made it back to Southbound now that they have had some time to become a bit of a downtown food fixture. The service is super friendly and attentive. The vibe is a bit less relaxed than the first time we were there/ maybe a bit too bustly for my taste. But I think the bustly vibe is what most people love. The tuna steak was a great entree- we would do that again. Shout out to our server Ty- great job!!

Can't beat the ambience here! The outdoor porch is so peaceful and serene. The drink menu is extensive and every drink was absolutely delicious. For starters the steak tar tar was interesting I would say 3/5, unfortunately the crudo I would give a 1/5. It was bland and unfortunately very fishy. The bisque was super sweet and yummy, something I would enjoy for dessert. For entrees the flounder I would give a 5/5 and the pork chop I would give a 3/5. Overall service, ambiance, and drinks get a 5/5, food on average 3/5.

Southbound was worth the walk. This was one of those restaurants that kept popping up on "Must Eat" lists, so I decided to walk over recognizing that being in a residential neighborhood parking might be challenging. I expected an old house conversion, much like Chez Nous, but instead found this remarkable remodel that kept the exterior but the interior was more modern and intriguing. Not having reservations - seriously, make reservations here - I came here in the middle of the week to find this place packed. Still, I was greeted exceptionally warmly. The hostess explained certain areas, pointing out the chef's table (too cool), and brought me upstairs to the bar. There I had an amazing dining experience. My bartender was extremely informative helping me make great decisions. I ordered the steak tartare at his recommendation and let me tell you that was some of the best I have ever had. It was so good! I also ordered the tilefish which while not a fish I'm super familiar with I had it several times at Charleston and Southbound's preparation was best. It was so tender, easy to eat white flakey fish. Delicious! I can't recommend Southbound enough!

I love Southbound's concept. I've eaten there once before and had a wonderful dinner with great service. I recently tried their happy hour because I was interested in the burger that is only available during happy hour. The drinks were half off for happy hour, but they were still pretty pricey. The burger was good, but 20$. I don't think it was worth 20$. I found it to be a bit dry which could have been fixed with some sauce. The best part of the burger was the unique blend of meat types used for the patty. Very expensive!

What a fantastic vibe this place has! Just looks like a two-story house with brick and wrought iron adorning the street-side. Inside is done up very nicely and I'm sorry I didn't take more pics to share. A friend & I sat at the upstairs bar. We shared 2 appies (wedge salad & Burrata/country ham), as well as a side of fingerling potatoes. I do wish there had been some bread or crackers with the Burrata, especially given the price. The lemon drops were fantastic as was service by the bartender.

Let's start with Customer Service, from the minute we walked in, I love being welcomed by the hostess Cami, she started us off at the front door with Champagne because we were celebrating our anniversary then escorted us to table. The ambience is clean and coastal and the food... combining flavors is their specialty, each dish a specific flavor different from the next dish that's a true chef! Each sauce is homemade and incredibly flavorful. whether you're having a creamy citrus or a chimichurri, your taste buds will be wowed! The NY strip was cooked perfectly..... one of the best I have had . They have a wood fired grill which adds a great dimension to the flavor of the food, specifically the octopus that we had was delicious. Last time we were here the monkfish ! The bartender Kyle is a master mixologist.... Drinks are sophisticated and amazing! This is a must visit if you are in Charleston.

Great atmosphere- expectations were a bit more for the price. Appetizers were delicious- crab cake was on point served fresh no filler, just jumbo lump crab seared to perfection! The pork cheeks - how can you go wrong with pork! Delicious. Drink options were offered via a cute hard back "story book" - like a published book. Very original. All food arrived for our party of 5 - unfortunately the $72 medium ribeye was well done and barely room temperature as was the other guests I later found out. Being a business dinner it was not appropriate to bring to attention. The steak was pretty thin but decent size if that makes sense. Overall I would give 5 out of 10 as apps were superb, waiter was attentive but entrees being almost cold and overcooked for the price are unacceptable. Don't think I would have a redo at these prices. See others had similar comments.

What can I say, absolutely delicious food and wonderful service. The setting is lovely in a cute house with some porch seating and garden tables, the inside is a little more sleek and contemporary. It's so cool how everything is cooked over the wood fire grill. My top dishes I tried were the steak tartare, lamb ribs, and chocolate cobbler but they were all outstanding. I can't wait to visit again and see what else they come up with on their ever changing menu.

Beautiful location, very small intimate seating., specially cocktails & select menu options, everything is cooked on an open fire. Attentive service, Special occasions or date night., not necessarily kid friendly.

Ambiance is amazing we sat on balcony and had pineapple daiquiri and a spring st " mocktail" since I don't drink. The food is to die for duck breast was cooked to perfection. Got to make this place a regular dinner night out

I am always reticent about writing a negative review ; I much prefer to keep it positive and share mostly good experiences. However, in this case I feel it necessary to tell others about a terrible experience. Our last night in Charleston (we come frequently, at least twice per year; and mostly to try all of the exquisite dining that the city and surrounding areas have to offer) and we wanted to stay close to our rental-Southbound was right around the corner, so the convenience was great. Thats where the good ends. The staff is incredibly rude and aloof; this is the deep south, and if you don't have good staff, you don't have much at all. The servers and especially the hostesses could use a lesson from some of their counterparts in being kind and humble. (Fig for example lives absolutely up their acclaim and accolades, and their service was second to none). The menu looked good and had something for all tastes , however nothing that we ordered lived up to the standards you would expect based on their price point. The steak tartare was terrible it had no flavor, no seasoning, no acid, and most bizarre was that it was terribly cut and presented-the cuts on a tartare should be uniform; this was not-the cuts/sizes were all over the place. We didn't want to be rude and ask for salt but this needed it-and then some. It was served with mini chips but again, no flavor. My husband was convinced they were corn flakes because they were just bland. The Farro Risotto was passable; but the portion size was smaller than most appetizers at other restaurants . Don't get me wrong; we don't expect large portions in a fine dining establishment, but this was much smaller than it should have been for any entree in any restaurant. My husband ordered the NY Strip steak-$79 for an unseasoned, tough and not well rested steak. We normally would have no issue with the price point, if the steak had been edible but it was not. The potatoes it was served with were dull, no flavor, and I have to say my husbands take was they were no better than the instant potatoes his mother used to make. The prawns and grits were off putting-the grits are blue corn grits most likely, which I have had at other establishments; but these were unfortunately resembling wet cat food from a can, when paired with the sauce that it was served with. There were three prawns on the plate; that was it. The prawns were cooked well, but lacked seasoning. We try different restaurants and revisit our faves on every trip to Charleston, and this price point is not uncommon for the area and for the menu/style of food. But please spend your money elsewhere; this was not worth the time nor the money spent. We were seated at a table on the porch where my husband was literally hit in the back with the swinging and banging door when it opened and closed 100 times or so during our dinner.... Not exactly a quiet table but the worst I am sure in the restaurant. Thats so disappointing for spending over $400 for a dinner for 3. I would advise the manger or owner to perhaps lose that table; I realize that the more tables that you can have ,the more customers you can accommodate; but anyone sitting at that table is not going to have a good experience. Also want to mention is that when the waiter laid the tartare spoon on an oyster shell, I explained that my husband had a shellfish allergy, he seemed put out that he had to replace it. So not a good experience. BUT-the real reason that I am writing this review? My daughter got food poisoning! Within 30 minutes of arriving home, she was vomiting. I will reach out to the restaurant directly to let them know what she was served .

Lovely in every way. Southbound lived up to its reputation during our visit, being a sister restaurant of Honeysuckle, this elegant and romantic spot sits in a lovely historic home on Cannon Street. The live-fire cooking as you enter the home is the center of attention, although the artwork and architecture throughout the restaurant are just as captivating. More than dinner, Southbound engages your senses and creates an exceptional dining experience. Seating tips: Our suggestions are the immersive chef's counter, the romantic porch swings, and during warm weather months- the outdoor terrace or the second floor balcony overlooking the courtyard. My entree was the Scallop Crusted Halibut, Artichokes a' la Barigoule, Smoked Shiitake.

Very impressed with the cuisine, atmosphere, and service. Would 10/10 recommend. Very cute place for a date night. The menu had a wide variety, and changes every day!! Can't wait to return.

Finally checked out Southbound Friday night. Our waiter recommended amazing options. But first, let's discuss parking. You will definitely have to hunt and search for available spaces. The restaurant space is small but has a nice ambiance. We started with the peach salad, elk and octopus appetizers. The octopus was our favorite. For dinner we had the Red Drum, Duck, and Halibut. The Red drum fish did not disappoint! The sides we ordered were the heirloom tomatoes, broccolini and potatoes. I was not a fan of the grilled flavor of the broccolini. The highlight of the night I would definitely say was the cocktails. Michael our server gave great recommendations on all our drinks. They provide a very nice cocktail menu in the form of a little book. Overall it was a nice experience. We parked in the old Hominy Grill parking lot and paid per hour. It's on the same street as the restaurant. They also did have vegetarian options.

Food made me violently ill! I called and an Andrew called me back. Told me I was a liar and came across very threatening! If you don't want to get sick I'd stay away from this place!

We were in Charleston for our honeymoon and went to Southbound on our last night in town. It was wonderful! A great experience! The waitress was great. We sat at the chefs counter it was so fun watching the cooks. The food and drinks were amazing. They even gave us a card congratulation us on our wedding. We will be back!

heard great things about southbound so i came with high expectations and it certainly lived up to the hype! the restaurant is beautiful--a small home turned dining area with an open kitchen and gorgeous fixtures which makes for an intimate and unforgettable dining experience. the menu is small with moderately high prices and the portions are on the smaller side which together are all usually great signs that the dishes have been carefully curated as a labor of love. each menu item has unique twists, you can tell the chef has a creative passion for food. we ordered two starters two entrees and one side between two people and left perfectly full and finished all of our food, i find this to be ideal because i don't want to take home leftovers. our server whit was very charming and kind and added to the experience. a great server turns any old dinner into a full experience and im extremely grateful we got to meet him!! he made great suggestions and i overheard him being very helpful to the nearby tables as well. at one point my moms ring popped off and he spent a good bit of time looking around for it. he definitely went over and above. off of first impressions i think anyone who has whit in their lives is very fortunate to know him. id recommend southbound to anyone who is willing to spend a little extra money to have a really beautiful night. we expected the bill to be $300+ but it came to about $230 which isn't really that much more than other comparable charleston restaurants and you defffffinitely get what you pay for!! if you see this, tell whit he is appreciated

The ambience is great and the renovation is beautiful. BUT this restaurant has a long way to go on improving the food quality for the prices they are commanding. The crab cake was outstanding, however, it was only an appetizer. My entree was sea bass which was charred and terribly dry. The side of asparagus was $14 and it was served cold with cold hollandaise sauce? Absolutely not worth the money. It appears they change their menu frequently. Seems they may want to focus more on doing same dishes well if they want to succeed in food heaven Charleston! Total disappointment

One of - if not the - best restaurants in town, new or old. I would give it six stars if I could. We sat at the chefs counter - a must, although any seat in this place is wonderful. Sitting there allowed us to see the chefs cook on the wood-fired grills and prepare the best dishes in town, from the marbled bbq potatoes to the collard greens. I got the elk chops, which paired marvelously with the wine recommended by our waiter. I devoured the entire dish. I loved everything about the chops. My wife had the lamb loin but nothing will top the elk to me. The meat melts in your mouth. Somehow even the salad was amazing, I kid you not. They had a shallot dressing that had me basically licking the plate. Go. Go here now. Stop reading this and make a reservation at the chefs counter if you can.

Where do I start? It was my husband's birthday as well as our belated anniversary dinner. I made our reservation on Resy which asks about special occasions. A friend recommended Southbound but we didn't have any expectations. We were so impressed! We booked a table but upon arrival we were upgraded to a better table based on the notes on our reservation. We were introduced to the guys creating magic in the open kitchen and then we were guided to our table. The presentation was well thought out but never pretentious. We were given a complimentary glass of champagne and I was given a rose. Our server was Alex. She was very well versed in the menu. Everything from food to wine to cocktails. She was very personable and took her time with us when we asked for guidance. I cannot stress how much we loved this meal. It's not just the food. It's the ambiance, the culinary experience, and the special tribute to the historic Charleston home that has been reborn. Every staff member made us feel welcomed, appreciated, and heard. They asked for feedback and checked in to make sure that we had a great experience without being intrusive. I know that the menu changes but I'll mention my favorites. Appetizers: octopus; shrimp, Mains: NY strip; Tuna, sides: carrots: heirloom tomatoes. This does not do the menu justice. Just know that we have been in the restaurant and hospitality world for years and appreciate all levels of food elevation and culinary diversity. These dishes had tons of flavor! The bright notes combined with eclectic flavor profiles created savory dishes in various capacities. We left with a handwritten note from the amazing staff and the satisfaction of knowing that we discovered a Charleston gem. We cannot recommend this restaurant enough!

Really great service and the chefs table is outstanding. Highly recommend for a special occasion or date night !

Southbound has only been opened since February, but has generated tremendous buzz in the Charleston restaurant scene. It's located in a home that was totally rebuilt following a fire. There is dining space on the first and second floors, plus the outdoor patio. The bar is on the second floor. To really experience what makes this restaurant superb, you need to sit at the chef's counter. You get to meet the three chefs, Peter, Zack and Michael. They were fun to chat with and gave us the backstory on many of the dishes. The restaurant is known for its "Live Fire Cooking," so be prepared for it to be a tad warm while you dine at the counter. One of the best things about sitting there is the food was literally prepared right before your eyes. The menu usually changes daily, so it's hard to tell which of the items we tried will be available when you dine there. We started with the Dry Aged Steak Tartare and the Split Creek Farms Feta with Watermelon, Cucumbers and Blistered Tomatoes. A perfect combination for our party of four. Beautifully plated, yummy tasting. For entrees, we went with the Braised Wild Boar Shank, the Crispy Long Island Duck Breast, Fire Roasted Swordfish and Filet Mignon. My wife had ordered the Spring Chicken, but changed to the Wild Boar Shank based on recommendation of the chefs. I'm a big fan of duck and will say it was incredibly tender, perfectly prepared. However, I wish the portion was larger. Luckily, my wife shared her Boar Shank. And for sides, the Smashed Yukon Golds and Braised Greens were excellent. We decided to splurge and ordered all three desserts, including the Grilled Peaches of Cream, Campfire Chocolate Espresso S'More and Key Lime Posset. All were equally incredible. The wait staff was awesome, the craft cocktails were super tasty and the restaurant features a unique interior design. Everything adds up to an amazing evening. How satisfied were we? We'd order pretty much everything again in a heartbeat!

Great place to eat "off the beaten track" a bit. Steaks are amazing service is great, would recommend over Halls any day.

So I know most restaurants don't want to hear from a vegetarian point of view, especially one that has a meat and grill focus but I REALLY enjoyed dinner here. The grilled mushrooms were AMAZING. I've never had chargrilled mushrooms before. The cocktails were unique and delicious. We sat at the grill so service was amazing. My only recommendation would be to have a few more appetizers to choose from:)

I had one of the best restaurant experiences of my life at Southbound. Southern hospitality and fine dining in cozy house. Greeted by a super kind gentleman and offered a toast to celebrate the reason for our visit. All staff we warm and kind, even the ones that cleared our plates or brought the food. Our server was informative, patient, and attentive. Everything we ordered was outstanding. The only thing I would change would be for there to be more honey on the cheese plate. Favorites were the steak tartar and the bok choy, which was like a warm caesar salad. Definitely go and indulge and feel taken care of.

I had heard great things about this restaurant. It was good but nothing extraordinary. Service was nice, so was the ambiance. The food wasn't bad either, I got the pork chop which was nicely cooked but arrived in a lukewarm temperature. So did our appetizer. Nothing seemed to come out of the kitchen actually warm/hot, and that affected my experience. Reading other reviews too I see that this is a trend. For the type or restaurant this one is trying to be you shouldn't have to worry about the food temperature.

Super excited to come back here for dinner tonight. Our 4th time being here since opening. Unfortunately the food was not the same . We came here to celebrate my daughter's birthday and was super disappointed . 2 stars is for the wonderful service but without the great service there be no stars , sadly food went down hill since the opening. We ordered Ny strips they say they ran out of them so instead we upgraded to a similar steak because they told us to which is a ribeye but would cost extra money. I was like OK that's fine. We got our steak but it was actually a New York strip it was so cold and chewy. We waited an hour for our food and bacically it was waste of time. The smashed potato was not smashed and it taste like a undercooked potato.. without the oyster and a service I wouldn't recommend this place.

Came with our friends for a belated birthday celebration double date night and we were thrilled! I am a big fan of everything Heather Hutton does, and when I saw she was now the pastry chef here, we HAD to go. But first - dinner! We started our evening at the bar, as we found parking easier than expected. Right on time, we were seated at our table right around the corner. The ambience is really an upscale vibe. There were four of us, so we ended up ordering a good bit of the menu and just sharing with each other. I LOVE steak tartare and order is pretty much anytime it's on the menu, so that was a favorite for me. While my steak was delicious, the pork was the star of the table (and 2 people chose it)! The sides were all yummy, but our least favorite was the kimchi potato (just not very kimchi-y). The kale was delicious and the gournay potato was INCREDIBLE. NOW FINALLY - It was time for dessert. We got everything, because why would we not? As expected, I loved it all but the hot fudge chocolate hazelnut napoleon - *chefs kiss*. I want to eat it daily. All in all, we will definitely be back. I love that they change up their menu, I love the vibe and service, and I love the food. Go and enjoy!

I rarely leave reviews but Southbound absolutely deserves a positive one. I took my girlfriend for her birthday and we were blown away by the experience. From the moment we got there, we were greeted on the porch with a glass of champagne and she received a rose. The meal was superb - the rabbit gnocchi, octopus, and duck were incredible. After we finished the meal, they came over with a personalised birthday card for her and because she's allergic to eggs and couldn't eat the desserts, they brought her a little homemade chocolate treat to enjoy. Aside from the incredible experience, the restaurant is gorgeous, and the wait staff are all so lovely and attentive. Would very much recommend if you're looking for a special meal in the area. Will be back again next time we visit!

Located in a historic home on Cannon Street in downtown Charleston this charming establishment was full of character. The renovation of the building was done very well. I was lucky enough to dine at the chefs table where all of the action takes place. The steak tartare was perfectly prepared. The Ono fish entree was delicious and such a good size I had to bring home for later. We also had the pork chop and it was very tasty. Nothing overpowered the flavor of the meat itself which is nice to experience when the quality is at its best. The staff was very friendly and the chef and his counterparts were also friendly and accommodating. I would recommend giving them a try!

This was my first visit to Southbound. It was the BEST dinner experience I have ever had. When we walked up to the restaurant, the atmosphere was warm and inviting. The minute we walked in the door, we were welcomed into the restaurant by the staff. We made a reservation at the Chef's Table and loved the experience. We were a party of two, and each ordered an appetizer and a side but ordered the whole fish entree to split. When choosing what to order, Drew was there in front of us to answer any questions we had. The food for the entire restaurant is cooked in front of the Chef's Table, so you can see most dishes prepared before you order. Everything we ate was just DELICIOUS! There are many different seating areas to accommodate everyone.

We had an amazing date night! Everything we ordered was delicious, customer service was stellar, and it was nice sitting on the porch and having the evening to ourselves. It was easy to find parking as well!

Both the food and the service were exceptional. The foie gras appetizer and the crab appetizer were both to die for. I had the black cod main which was also fabulous and perfectly cooked. My husband had the (enormous) pork chop which in his estimation was slightly overcooked, but still very good. The place is upscale but friendly. We sat upstairs in the bar at a high top, which was just fine.

My wife and I just came home from a terrible dinner at Southbound. One would think that when you spend $220 for a shared wedge salad, two mixed drinks and two entrees would be good. It was very substandard at best. My wife had a 5 oz piece of swordfish which since it was so small it should be perfect. Well, it appeared to have been cooked for someone else and was left to sit until someone else ordered it. It was very cold, at best room temperature. My veal rib should have been served warm, not cold, and a standard medium rare. This 5oz rib was covered in a 1/4" thick piece of cold gooey fat. The meat under the fat was heavily strung in cold fat and the meat was cooked too well done, but served cold. This standard procedure for reheating a veal rib is to place it in a 325 degree oven for ten minutes. But that was not an option because it was already overcooked. So I just shared with our waiter the above. I told him the only way to recover was to start over. I also shared that my wife's meal was also cold. He came back in less than five minutes. So the idea of doing the correct thing was not possible. Now upon returning to the table the 1/4" fat was gone and the meat was steaming. The remaining meat was like cardboard without any resemblance of what was advertised. The manager was more concerned with our payment than he was with our satisfaction. The decisions made by the manager reflect a restaurant which is operating too close to the line to be able to do away with poorly prepared food. My waiter apologized and told me he spoke with the manager who said he would address my concerns in a meeting tomorrow. So please, in the event you read this, avoid this restaurant until they adjust their less than Dennys quality food to less than Dennys quality prices.

the food was absolutely phenomenal and don't get me started on their amazing key lime pie. the chef talked me into it because i am very particular on key lime and it wasn't too tangy or too sweet. drinks were made great and the atmosphere was the best part. i recommend sitting at the chefs counter i was a little disappointed that was the only spot available but ended up loving the experience! the only thing i was disappointed about was we didn't get complimentary champagne like most guests did but maybe they thought we weren't of age to drink or if that was only for specified special occasions with reservations. regardless i have been telling everyone about this place since going!

Ambiance was so lovely. We sat on the front porch on the swing chair and it was great. Service was incredible. Our server was very nice, attentive and personable. The food was amazing, everything tasted so. so. good. We (two people) had two appetizers, two main courses, a side and a dessert and it was the perfect amount. We were there for about 2 hours. It was a great experience.

This was our second time dining at this restaurant and it's become our favorite in Charleston! The best staff and the food is just incredible!