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This 1920s bank now houses an upscale seafood restaurant with high ceilings, large windows & a bar.
Hours
| Monday | 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 544 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
Phone: (843) 414-7060
Website: http://eattheordinary.com/
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The Ordinary, Charleston
Directions | Call 843.414.7060 | Reservations | Hours: Mon-Wed-Thur-Fri-Sat-Sunday @ 5:00pm. Closed Tuesdays.
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Reviews
Elizabeth Arruda
We received a very generous gift certificate to The Ordinary as a wedding gift, as we were visiting Charleston on our honeymoon, and we had a wonderful and memorable dining experience from start to finish! We were impressed from the moment we were seated. The restaurant and bar spaces were expansive with huge windows and soaring ceilings, and beautifully decorated. We were welcomed at our table by a little handwritten card wishing us “congratulations,” and our server, Allison, was friendly, professional, knowledgeable and thoughtful. After delivering our cocktails and complimentary bubbles, she offered to take our photo and proceeded to arrange not only our seating but the items on the table to ensure a very nice shot! Our cocktails were uniquely crafted and very enjoyable, not too heavy or sweet. My husband ordered the crab cake appetizer and the snapper for his main course. I ordered the Wagyu Steak Diane and we shared a side of the seasonal rice (without the shrimp) – every bite of food was so flavorful! We paired our desserts with a white and a tawny port. Fabulous dinner and dining experience. I imagine it’s often said: anything BUT ordinary!
… moreNina Cash
One of the top experiences I’ve had in Charleston. Our server was friendly and helped answer a lot of questions that we had. We started off with a dozen oysters that may have been the most fresh and delicious I’ve had in town. We could’ve easily had a dozen each by ourselves.
Loved their wine selections and had 3 throughout the courses we had. I’ve had bolognese and pappardelle so many times but man this one was absolutely perfect. The pasta was thin but cooked so well and held all the delicious meat and sauce in every bite.
We got the snapper with mustard although I don’t usually like mustard but our server said it’s very mild in flavor. So glad we got it because it was amazing.
Fish was crispy on the outside, flaky yet soft. And when you scooped it up with the corn and sauce, it was so satisfying. Towards the end we got to meet one of the managers that had been there for several years, and he told us about the history of the building and it being an old bank which I thought was super cool. The layout of the restaurant with multiple floors and just bustling with energy. We thoroughly enjoyed everything!
… moreLoved their wine selections and had 3 throughout the courses we had. I’ve had bolognese and pappardelle so many times but man this one was absolutely perfect. The pasta was thin but cooked so well and held all the delicious meat and sauce in every bite.
We got the snapper with mustard although I don’t usually like mustard but our server said it’s very mild in flavor. So glad we got it because it was amazing.
Fish was crispy on the outside, flaky yet soft. And when you scooped it up with the corn and sauce, it was so satisfying. Towards the end we got to meet one of the managers that had been there for several years, and he told us about the history of the building and it being an old bank which I thought was super cool. The layout of the restaurant with multiple floors and just bustling with energy. We thoroughly enjoyed everything!
Kris Salkil
I went to The Ordinary in 2022 and had an incredible meal – super fresh fish and creative, enticing dishes that made it hard to choose! Not sure if chefs or ownership changed, but my experience last night was nowhere near as good.
We had to wait for our table despite a reservation, and it was so loud it was hard to have a conversation; not what I wanted for date night. The fish was still really fresh, but the oyster selection was slim (no briny options) and none of the dishes wowed me in the way the menu had three years ago. We each had two glasses of wine, an appetizer, and an entree, and ended up with a $280 bill (including tip). Just a really “medium” experience for a higher than medium price.
… moreWe had to wait for our table despite a reservation, and it was so loud it was hard to have a conversation; not what I wanted for date night. The fish was still really fresh, but the oyster selection was slim (no briny options) and none of the dishes wowed me in the way the menu had three years ago. We each had two glasses of wine, an appetizer, and an entree, and ended up with a $280 bill (including tip). Just a really “medium” experience for a higher than medium price.
Jacqueline Crider
Food was very good. The fish chowder was truly amazing. My drink was awesome albeit very sweet more like a dessert. Service was friendly and accommodating. The atmosphere of the place was very nice with super high ceilings. We sat upstairs and it was very quaint and charming. Server did an excellent job describing dishes and making recommendations. I would absolutely return.
… moreAmir Mot
Oysters and seafood are popular.
Dining service was pretty good.
We were seated without a reservation, right by the door, however.
Interior was the average dine in place. Could have been better.
Food was ok. Smaller portions but well presented and flavorful.
I didn’t see the value for such high price tags, but maybe that’s just me?
… moreDining service was pretty good.
We were seated without a reservation, right by the door, however.
Interior was the average dine in place. Could have been better.
Food was ok. Smaller portions but well presented and flavorful.
I didn’t see the value for such high price tags, but maybe that’s just me?
Jacob Turner
The Ordinary somewhat lived up to its name. We got the triple seafood tower. Lots of oysters, and several other appetizers came included: tuna tartare, yellowfin, shrimp. We loved all the appetizers, every one of them were great. So we were very excited for the oysters too, which is why I can only give this place a 4 star. I was very disappointed in the quality of the oysters. The quality felt like I was at some run of the mill oyster restaurant that sold dollar oysters. Even their soy mignonette topped oysters, at $6 a pop, were a let down. As much as I loved the great severs, the beautiful atmosphere, and delicious appetizers, the main focus of the meal was just such a let down. I would not recommend the oysters, but if you’re looking for good seafood outside of that, The Ordinary is still a solid choice.
… moreScott
Our server, Alison, was very knowledgeable and provided excellent guidance and impeccable service throughout our dining experience.
Started with the fish cake. Very light and tasty.
I had the Red Snapper, so many flavors. Every bite was heaven.
My wife, had the Waygu steak with mushrooms, so delicious! Usually, I am leery of going to a seafood restaurant and ordering anything other than seafood but in this case, I would not hesitate ordering the steak!
For a side we went with their seasonal rice dish. So many flavors
For dessert we had the Pannacotta paired with a glass of white port wine and Chocolate Hazelnut pot de creme paired with a tawny port.
We savored every bite and enjoyed this dining experience, from start to finish.
… moreStarted with the fish cake. Very light and tasty.
I had the Red Snapper, so many flavors. Every bite was heaven.
My wife, had the Waygu steak with mushrooms, so delicious! Usually, I am leery of going to a seafood restaurant and ordering anything other than seafood but in this case, I would not hesitate ordering the steak!
For a side we went with their seasonal rice dish. So many flavors
For dessert we had the Pannacotta paired with a glass of white port wine and Chocolate Hazelnut pot de creme paired with a tawny port.
We savored every bite and enjoyed this dining experience, from start to finish.
M. G.
Wish I would have been in town for lobster roll night. Grabbed a seat at the bar without reservation. The staff struck just the right balance of attentiveness without intrusiveness and were quick to give an honest opinion or recommendation when asked — which I appreciate. Though it wasn’t what I originally wanted the seafood chowder was really something to savor. It came out piping hot, as it should, but often doesn’t at other places and had a delicate balance of thoughtful flavors. It was smaller than expected but perfectly satisfying with hearty chunks of seafood you did not have to search for. The apple tart was a little too French for my preference. Too much almond extract not enough apple. The rum ice cream was great. That alone would have made a perfect end to the evening. I’ll definitely plan another visit with reservation and hope to make on a lobster roll night.
… moreGuido Tebano
Really amazing place nice drinks great staff. And killer food. We came on wens so the special was the lobster roll. It comes hot or cold. Get it hot. Tuna tartare app was insanely good w Hawaiian rolls and the oysters perfect. Highly recommend coming here and make a reservation early
… moreBecca Cook
This place is amazing! Kian, our server, was so attentive and timely during our experience, not to mention Chef De Cousine, Zach Crosby, who came out of the kitchen to introduce himself. They take so much care into what they do. I will be back!
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