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This was the best food I've ever had.
We came here for brunch. Service was outstanding.
I visited Charleston and came here for dinner.
I will say, some dishes were better than others, but overall I enjoyed my experience. Ambiance / Service: from the outside, the restaurant is beautiful. The inside isn't nearly as nice as the outside, but it was still an enjoyable dinner. I wore a dress to dinner, but you can definitely dress casual. Service was great - our waiter was very friendly. Food: from my experience, the appetizers were the main star of the show. The entrees were a bit disappointing / underwhelming and the dessert had potential, but was a big miss. -Storey Farms Deviled Eggs: I love deviled eggs and these were the most delicious ones I've ever had. Comes with 2 eggs (4 halves). -Pimento Cheese, Country Ham, Biscuits, Pickles: ok, I will say that this was my first exposure to pimento cheese and I'm obsessed. This app is seemingly simple and so satisfying. Great to share. Salty, savory, sour, sweet - perfection! -Heirloom Tomato & Peach Panzanella: get this. It is sooo good. The peaches and tomatoes were so ripe. I loved everything about this dish. -Roasted Chicken: this entree has potential, but I found it underwhelming. Loved the crispy chicken skin, but the actual meat was dry. I also felt this dish was undersalted. -GA Pork Chop: this too was underwhelming. Needed more sauce & seasoning. But I actually enjoyed this more than the chicken - it had more flavor and was fairly juicy. -Hearth Baked Skillet Cornbread: I personally did not enjoy. Bottom was slightly burnt. And the taste of the cornbread was a bit unusual (for me) and not something I enjoyed. -Dessert was some type of peach tart. Peaches were delicious, but the actual tart didn't seem cooked all the way. It overwhelmingly tasted like alcohol and it was goopy, so I assume it wasn't fully cooked. We didn't finish unfortunately.
Loved the separate house " Lounge/ cocktail bar".
Lily did an amazing job making sure we were comfortable. We made our way to the main house for dinner. Our server was underwhelming as they did not recommend or guide us at all through the menu. The first course took far too long to show up and was delivered by who we think was a manager. They apologized and mentioned sending out a nice dessert tasting after dinner ( which did not happen). Saying this the deviled eggs were very tasty . The corn bread and grits were extremely flavorful. Grouper cheeks maybe not paired well with their Thai chili sauce. Aesthetically very pleasing restaurant ( perhaps individual lighting at tables) and bar. Everyone outside of our server was very warm and inviting,
Service was world class ~ food was mostly delicious.
Steer towards the oysters, pork and the pimento cheese and away from the scallop tartare.
So disappointed in Husk.
The restaurant was lovely but we were seated at a table right above the air conditioning vent. The server did her best to help us by putting down some panels to block the flow but I don't want to shiver through my meal. The food was very disappointing. I've been to other Sean Brock restaurants and loved the food but this was a let down. The appetizer my daughter and I shared was the fig torte. It was a mess of a dish. You couldn't even find the torte as it was pushed to the side under some greens. Instead all you got was an overly sweet mess of cheese forward on the dish. Not very appealing. The vegetable entree was somewhat interesting and the potatoes were very good but the rest was mundane and pretty tasteless. The sauces on some of them were not better than grocery store dipping level. The duck was tasty, nicely cooked but overpowered by the peas and sauce plus the slices of peach on top were not ripe and offered no sweetness. We had two desserts--coffee mouse - absolutely awful, tasted like instant coffee whipped up with some weirdly strange fennel ice cream. Again inedible. The blueberry dessert was much better. I really expected more from this restaurant not to mention that it cost over $200 for the meal. The best thing about the restaurant was the server. She was excellent and even took the coffee dessert off the bill as she saw that we were not eating it.
It's a pass
We heard good things about this restaurant and you need to make reservations. We checked the menu before we went and both of us were not excited about the menu. We went anyway because we wanted to know about the hype. It's OK. The food wasn't amazing, it didn't wow us at all. My boyfriend got the shortrib and I got the swordfish. Shortrib was good. Swordfish had small pieces of fish and lots of sauce. It wasn't much of a dish. We had the fired oysters for appetizers and it was lackluster. We watched Youtube videos beforehand and we mentioned the secret menu and heard we can get a burger but was told that it's only at the bar. The waitress was very matter of fact. She knew the menu very well.
My family and I ate at Husk on our first night in
My family and I ate at Husk on our first night in Charleston, South Carolina. It definitely was an amazing introduction to Lowcountry food. The tuna Crudo was amazing. The sauce was delicious and had just the right touch of flavor, chili, oil, and complexity. Wife and I had the short rib which was very good. My son had the swordfish, which had a interesting smoky sauce. Ambience is very nice and service was impeccable. Great dinner!
Way overhyped and extremely overpriced.
My bill was nearly $500 for me and my wife. We did have $120 porterhouse and a few drinks, but for the most part it was just okay. Did I mention the air was out???? I mean come on....... It was nearly 100* yesterday. I could have given it a 4 star, but not when I'm eating in a sweat box.
The food is always over the top excellent with excellent
The food is always over the top excellent with excellent staff! It's the second time we've eaten here and just as wonderful as we remember
The food and service were great! .
.. but then toss in the summer breeze we got to enjoy while eating on second floor porch made everything that much better!!
The restaurant is very lovely.
Service was great. However, the food was just ok. While our meal was not bad, it left little to be desired. Lack of flavor and seasoning. Chicken was well cooked but bland. Cocktails were good. There are definitely better restaurants in Charleston. Over priced for what you got.
Snobby service and an inventive "precious" menu
If you like snobby service and an inventive "precious" menu, this is the place for you. I have eaten in fine restaurants all over the world including plenty with what I would call "modern twist on classics" or "inventive and untraditional" with lots of unexpected ingredients listed per dish. Sometimes it's delightful. Sometimes, like Husk, it is self conscious, snobby and a chore to understand the menu. I don't think it's unreasonable to ask what "pine needles" as an ingredient in a dish consists of. Truly the only thing I could think of was perhaps they introduced a hint of it by burning it and using the smoke. As if it were the stupidest question/suggestion in the world, it was explained that, no, the pine needles were used in the broth. I am pleased to report that it tasted great, but you get the picture. The food is actually good but all the dishes were rich and heavy but that may have been because of those we ordered. It's a very pretty place but surprisingly noisy. Obviously many reviewers loved this place, but, because people more often write reviews when they like a place, I wanted to give an alternative view.
Memorable Dinner
Incredible experience due to atmosphere, friendly staff, timely service and great food. It’s important to note menu changes daily. The restaurant is very accommodating on mixing sides of the main entree. We ordered 4 appetizers and 2 entrees. The 4 appetizers included: deviled eggs, shrimp dumplings, pimento cheese with buttermilk biscuits, husk pickles, and thinly sliced ham and lastly, golden fried rice with fried chicken. The chicken with rice appetizer was slightly greasy, but had an outstanding flavor. The 2 main “supper” dishes were roasted chicken substituted with collard greens and the second entree was gemelli with green tomatoes, okra and crab. A side of corn bread was also added to the order with whipped butter. We appreciated the manager walking around checking on tables. Overall, experience was excellent!
Delicious food at Husk!
We booked this restaurant months in advance as it has wonderful reviews. It is a fabulous historic home and the food was delicious. I enjoyed the shrimp dumplings in a ham broth for an appetizer, and had snapper for my entree.
Lunch was Lovely!
We had a wonderful lunch at Husk. We grabbed a quick drink from the bar and sat outside while we waited for our table. Fun to sit on the historic porch and watch the world go by. Our lunch was delicious, service excellent. I highly recommend the country ham biscuit with pimento cheese and pickles. Yum!
WOW! Amazing food!
What an amazing experience. The restaurant is already touted as one of the finest in Charleston. The menu has a date on it because the menu changes based on the Chef's choice. The food is non-traditional home cooking. For instance the deviled eggs.. I mean it's a deviled egg right? WRONG. I swear when I ate the deviled egg I went through 4 phases of tastes. From creamy to a bite of fire, to a mustard tang and finally back to creamy. You will need reservations for sure. The place is VERY busy and you are not rushed. You are expected to stay and enjoy. And the price? Very reasonable for a top notch restaurant. HIGHLY recommend!
Beard Status Supported!
Greeted and seated promptly. Service excellent. Deviled eggs delicious, compote yummy, fried chicken cooked to perfection. The strawberry cocktail was the perfect compliment to the meal. Definitely meets the high standards of a Beard Award. Keep it going!!!!!
As good as the reviews state
I'm glad i was able to snag a reservation once I arrived in Charleston. Since i was a bit early, i read the menu outside. Actually, i was rather unimpressed, but knowing the high ratings, i gave it a try. Ordered the flounder with clams (3) and bacon and broccolini. Oh, my. The sunchoke sauce accompanying the fish was superb, the side of grits with white cheese was delicious, and a final tangerine shebert was also great. Really an enjoyable meal. It was also nice to have a nicely located table and not be relegated to a hidden spot as a single diner. Overall a great dining experience.
Excellent
Excellent waitstaff especially Leslie. Food was ample and delicious. Caramelized cheesecake is recommended!!!!!!!
Lousy Bartender, Great Food in restaurant.
We came for drinks at the Bar and then dinner at the Restaurant. (Bar is a separate building from the restaurant.) We were really disappointed at the bar. The bartender was unfriendly and had an attitude. Usually, bartenders are so friendly and helpful we were disappointed. We stayed for one drink and then left. We asked a few questions about the history and Husk but he could not bothered. We took away two Review stars for the Bar. We give the 3 stars left for the Restaurant. We enjoyed the delicious southern food and our waiter was friendly and helpful with making choices.
Husk is a cool renovated house turned restaurant that is
Husk is a cool renovated house turned restaurant that is known for having a different menu every day. Our group of three came in on a Sunday for brunch and it wasn't too busy, but I do recommend reservations. To start, we had the buttermilk doughnuts with lemon glaze and my friends loved them but there was something about them I didn't like. It wasn't the lemon glaze.. that was delicious. But idk I just was not obsessed with the doughnut taste itself. For meals, I had the fried chicken with honey drizzle and a biscuit. The chicken was so crispy and delicious and the biscuit was too. However, it did feel like it was missing some gravy. The mushroom and Boursin omelette was good but again nothing to brag about. My friend got the fried rice with beef short rib and an egg and that was by far the favorite meal of the bunch. It was delicious and full of flavor. Definitely order this if it's on your menu! Husk advertised their mimosas served with fresh squeezed orange juice, but unfortunately the drink itself just tasted like watered down champagne... bummer! The espresso martinis were my least favorite of the whole weekend because they were VERY strong and tasted like straight vodka until I stirred it a bit. Overall, the food was good but we liked a couple other brunch spots better but I'd be willing to try again with a different menu.
Amazing food.
Outstanding service. You can tell the food is locally sourced by the quality of the ingredients. And kudos to the guy who set the tables up. We watched him clear, clean and set up several tables and he was very metticulous. If you can get reservations...do!
Wonderful dining spot
Elegant fine dining, great space and delicious fare. Despite coming late at night, we were served with grace and made welcome. The dishes were superb.
Fine meal, did not meet my lofty expectations
Very high expectations, a little disappointed in the food. Great bar, charming ambiance. Our server Rob was warm and professional. The cornbread and collards were exceptional, and I don’t even like collards! The $17 glass of wine was fine. The dumplings were good, but not exceptional. I was very excited about the locally sourced tile fish, and it was plated beautifully, but a little overcooked. So, a fine meal, but did not meet my lofty expectations.
We have been to the two other locations, and this one is
We have been to the two other locations, and this one is the actual flagship restaurant, and just like the others, it was a wonderful experience. Their version of banana bread was other worldly and was beyond belief. Our server was passionate, friendly and enthusiastic. The food was delicious and the cocktails were next level. The restaurant itself is beautiful and every employee clearly loves what they do. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves as did clearly everyone else.
Deserves to be a 5 star restaurant
Husk is hands down the BEST restaurants in Charleston! Husk has a very attentive and knowledgeable staff from servers to their female Sommelier! Everything we ordered was delicious and served hot! We will definitely return next time we’re in Charleston. BRAVO
What a wonderful meal! The wait staff was professional and
What a wonderful meal! The wait staff was professional and attentive, the presentation was not overdone, and the food was perfection.
Definitely go
Great food, ambiance and service! Devil eggs were so good. The bar next door also amazing. Quaint with great selection of whiskey!
One of Charleston's most compelling restaurants, Husk never
One of Charleston's most compelling restaurants, Husk never fails to exceed expectations -- delivering amazing dishes, outstanding cocktails and impeccable service, all in a relaxed and welcoming setting. On a recent dinner visit, my wife and I were absolutely blown away by the flavors that arrived at our table, from the delicious Carolina Gold Fried Rice and succulent Shrimp Dumplings that we shared as appetizers, to the mind-blowing Pastrami Short Rib and Pork Ribeye we ordered for our entrees. The setting is classy but casual -- you'll fit in perfectly in jeans and a polo shirt -- and seating is available both inside and on the covered second-floor porch. Reservations are a MUST, but try to arrive early to enjoy a cocktail (or two) in the adjacent Husk Bar -- a fabulously eccentric (and somewhat crowded) lounge in an historic building next to the main restaurant. The Husk Old Fashioned and the signature Dragoon's Punch are two of the best cocktails in Charleston, and Bourbon lovers will appreciate the bar's extensive selection. Husk is committed to serving modern lowcountry dishes sourced from local farms in the surrounding region. If your perception of Southern cuisine is collard greens, grits and fatty BBQ, this restaurant will change it forever. The dishes rotate daily, but you can always expect a world-class experience, impeccable presentation and unforgettable service. I can't recommend it highly enough.
One of the best dishes of our trip was the biscuits and
One of the best dishes of our trip was the biscuits and gravy here for brunch. The flavor was out of this world. First time we've had oatmeal griddle cakes. They were sooo good. Will want them again. Lemon buttermilk donuts were just okay. Too dry and lacking flavor. They should dunk them in the glaze,but they just drizzle them. Really good coffee and Bloody Mary.
Definitely worth the hype! The restaurant itself is
Definitely worth the hype! The restaurant itself is beautiful and truly gives off an authentic Charleston charm. The food was absolutely delicious - the fish, cornbread, oysters, rabbit pot pie - everything was 10/10. Definitely would go back!
Had to try, saw much about this place, great ambience and
Had to try, saw much about this place, great ambience and the smells from outside were amazing! We had to make a reservation about 2-3 weeks in advance, for 2, and could only get 9pm on a Saturday, no holiday, in early Feb. With all the raving reviews and the amount of people here (PACKED) I had very high expectations. Even though our reservation was around 9, we only got seated 20-25 minutes after our reservation time. Then it took about 10 minutes to even get water or see our waiter. I get it's busy and there's staff shortage everywhere but even tables that sat around the same time of us were getting served sooner. Service didn't get much better from there.... When the restaurant emptied out around 10:30-11 pm, we ordered just 2 scoops of ice cream and that took almost 20 minutes to make it to our table in a near empty restaurant. The staff definitely prioritized cleaning up and putting away everything, just not us ... would have been 3 stars because of service alone but the food-- Food was delicious!! We had the rabbit pot pie which was so tender and flavorful. Loved the flaky/crunchy pastry. The meat was not gamey at all! We also had a southern fried rice dish which was THE BEST - crispy, blasts of flavor from the sauces with that Asian chili oil finish. I loved the combo of a southern/Asian dish with rice (an import the area was known for!) The sea bass we had was alright. The sweet potato sauce that dressed it was decadent, but the fish itself was bland. Corn bread is large for a party of two... it's a shame they only make a large chunk considering how many couples I saw eating there. Ice cream was interesting.... We loved the banana rum but not the other, too sweet and fudgy. Overall, a good place to try if it's your first time down and you can snag a reservation but I wouldn't be too pressed to get one.More like 3.5-4.
The service and ambiance were fantastic.
We ordered the carbonara, short rib and cornbread. Everything was a 10/10. The short rib is a must. Make sure you visit Husk if you are visiting Charleston for the first time.
Went to the bar at Husk.
Great ambience upstairs. Although we only had the fries and fried chicken slider, it was tasty.
Great bar experience!
We had heard good reviews for the restaurant but weren't that hungry. We decided to have cocktails and apps in the bar and patio area. The upstairs bar was cozy and inviting. Our waitress Lauren was so welcoming. The fish dip was excellent but have to say (and this seems crazy), but they had absolutely the best fries we have ever eaten! Will definitely be back for the bar and the restaurant!
Absolutely amazing! Do not miss out on this experience!
Do not miss this experience. So glad we made early reservations a month in advance. From drinks to appetizers to entrees and desserts everything , absolutely everything was unbelievable. The service was amazing and the atmosphere was relaxing and inviting. Certainly one of the top dining experiences any of us had ever had. I wish I could give it ten stars!
More Than A Meal…
Two friends and I were in Charleston for four days celebrating my 65th birthday. My youngest daughter recommended Husk and made our reservation. I’m so glad she did. We had great meals in Charleston and this was hands down our favorite. It was more than a meal…it was an experience! Our server, Tal, was so personable and knowledgeable, and made sure we were treated like royalty. This will my new go-to when in Charleston.
Yum!
The menu here changes, nearly daily, to accommodate the freshest ingredients. The service, menu and food were all top notch and one of the best we had while visiting Charleston. Highly recommend this one - reservations needed!
First class meal and ambiance
Delicious food, attentive service and classy atmosphere is what we found when we went to Husk on New Year's Eve. We started off with drinks in the next door bar - a very charming place that is worth popping into even if you aren't eating at the restaurant. Everyone at the table enjoyed a different entree - catfish, beef, chicken and pork - and all were pleased with their selections. While pricey, the portions were good and we appreciated the creative and tasty presentations that did not involve the "usual" side accompaniments. Dessert was a great way to end the evening. We had dined here one time before a few years back but enjoyed this meal and there service much more than our prior experience.
Lives up to all the hype, if you can get a reservation here
Lives up to all the hype, if you can get a reservation here definitely grab it. It also makes your experience ten times better when the waiter and service is so warm and welcoming-- there are other places at the same level that just feel too stuffy. The oysters were TO DIE FOR!
After having some delicious meals the past three days in
After having some delicious meals the past three days in Charleston. we really had high hopes for Husk. but what a MAJOR disappointment.we had a little concern from the menu offering out of the gate, The menu doesn't read great and it was executed just as poor as it reads. nothing was balanced in terms of flavor or texture. starters:caesar- tasted like very bitter and way to strong on the anchovy (needed lemon juice, egg yolk, and much more cheese to balance out) the croutons were so over cooked I'm shocked they didn't break someones teeth. scallops- the dish had no texture and the rice was undercooked. maybe try searing the scallops and cook the rice more.pork lettuce wraps- this was the best dish of the night. and the only dish properly executed. although misleading in verbiage as it says toro which is belly not cheek. and not enough lettuce.entrees:chicken- the thigh was under cooked and the bean puree had to much salt and citrus. we didn't eat it but were charged for it.beef- ordered MR came out overcooked, bleeding on the plate because it was not well rested before slicing. the shank was so over salted and over cook it was a puree. sweet potatoes were burnt. this dish had zero attention to detail.porchetta- was chunks of dry pork with a distasteful rub. we expected the belly wrapped around the loin with crispy skin and the waiter confirmed that's what it was. false advertisement, this dish was also only half eaten and left on the bill. The waiter didn't even inquire if anything was wrong? with the two uneaten plates of food left on the table? we passed on dessert and went to another restaurant to get appetizers as we left hungry. I do declare that was by far the worst meal in Charleston, don't waste your time or money.
Our first visit to Husk in Charleston, during the Wine &
Our first visit to Husk in Charleston, during the Wine & Food Festival weekend, was incredible! The atmosphere and building were perfectly appointed, light and airy, decorated superbly. The service was top notch! Each staff member that we interacted with was inviting and made you feel welcome. We sampled a few brunch items - sticky bun, smoked fish toast, Husk cheeseburger, beef shank hash - all delicious and highly recommended! We can't wait to return for another sampling!
We came in early and had dinner at the bar, which was an
We came in early and had dinner at the bar, which was an overall lovely experience! This place had the best drinks we had during our entire Charleston trip. Loved the innovative cocktails that were each mixed to perfection. We started with the hot chicken dumplings which were very tasty and VERY spicy! We also ordered the skillet cornbread (which was very savory and corny -- loved it with the whipped butter) and the porchetta. I probably wouldn't have ordered the porchetta as my first pick, but it had a lot of variety of flavors and was very well cooked!The service was really prompt and quick, except we waited quite a while for our entree. But the vibe was so fun and cool and the drinks were so good that it didn't matter too much.
For our trip to Charleston from Seattle we got many
For our trip to Charleston from Seattle we got many recommendations to be sure to go to Husk. It was not OMG, but good, nothing tremendously outstanding except for the spicy lamb dumplings appetizers. I had a catfish plate, my companion a beef and roast beet plate. Server was somewhat knowledgeable but seemed to make up some of his answers as he went along. No longer a fancy dress place, staff and well heeled diners were in jeans and tennis shoes for dinner. Other diners also seemed to be visitors, recommended to this restaurant. This is currently not a "must visit" in a sea of great Charleston restaurants. They seemed to be riding a wave based on their name.
My partner and I came to Husk for brunch to celebrate a
My partner and I came to Husk for brunch to celebrate a milestone anniversary. The staff did well making us feel special from welcoming us to the printing on the menu. Unfortunately, the food did not meet the level of the service.We started with the Smoked Fish Toast and Arugula Escarole Caesar. The fish toast was overwhelming with the fresh horseradish we could not enjoy the other flavors of the dish. The Caesar salad was over-dressed and has so much anchovy in the dressing that even after asking for more greens to toss in, we still could not get the saltiness off our palates. For the main dish, my partner ordered the Shrimp Etouffee and Grits. I ordered the Rabbit Confit. The shrimp etouffee again was over salted and the grits lacked any texture. It was a mush consistency. The rabbit confit was the only good thing we had. The potatoes were crisp and roasted well and the rabbit tender. Other than that, everything was overly seasoned and salty instead of letting the flavor of the ingredients shine. With so many great restaurants in Charleston, skip Husk and spend your time and money elsewhere. The food makes for better photos than meal, unfortunately.
Husk was good.
Not great, not bad. The food was decent but nothing spectacular. The service was slow but our server was nice enough. The host desk was not very friendly over the phone or when they seated us. The ham and biscuits were pretty good, as was the chicken dish. The carrot side and banana pudding were quite good. Chocolate cake was sadly mediocre. Certainly not a bad establishment, but there is definitely better in Charleston.
Pleasant but underwhelmed
We had reservations well in advance of our trip, for brunch on a Sunday. We were seated promptly and the atmosphere was very nice, in this historic old house. We ordered our mimosas, which came fairly quickly. Our server was very sweet. The appetizer was the ricotta donuts - they were a nice spongecake texture but did not really work alone or with the lemon/thyme sauce (alone, thus was tasty). We ordered steak and butter lettuce with buttermilk dressing. The steak and salad was bland and took forever to arrive. Overall, underwhelming for price.
Such a great experience.
The food was perfectly prepared , service on spot and a great friendly southern vibe. Our best meal in Charleston.
Husk in Charleston lived up to all of the hype.
We went for brunch and were treated to a culinary Southern delight. The old, historic building is beautiful and added to the charm of the experience.The service at Husk was friendly and attentive, and our server was knowledgeable about the menu and offered great recommendations. We started by sharing a pecan cinnamon roll, and it was a perfect start to the meal. The roll was sweet, crunchy, and absolutely delicious.For my main course, I ordered the sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit, and it was amazing. The biscuit was flaky and perfectly baked, and the sausage, egg, and cheese were cooked to perfection. The side of creamy grits was also fantastic and added to the Southern charm of the meal.Overall, I had an amazing experience at Husk in Charleston. The food was exceptional, the service was excellent, and the historic building added to the overall charm of the restaurant. If you're looking for a great brunch spot in Charleston, I highly recommend giving Husk a try.
Always such a wonderful experience at Husk.
The cocktails are always refreshing and delicious!
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