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Maison, Charleston, SC
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Maison

$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Maison is a French Bistro located in downtown Charleston, SC. Our concept is food forward with bright, balanced beverages to compliment. Maison's cuisine is inspired by classic French fare recreated with a breath of modernity and local influence. Tradition meets au courant innovation. The space is intimate and paralleled with energy.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Vandy Vanderwarker

From the OpenTable editors: Charleston's favorite escape to Paris is via this bustling bistro with a romantic blue patio. Feast on updated classics like steak tartare with a shiitake vinaigrette or escargots with ramp butter, alongside a wine list that zips through the Loire Valley and other famed regions and cocktails favoring Chartreuse and St-Germain. Eater, Thrillist, Condé Nast Traveler, and lots of local outlets can't stop heaping praise on this place.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 990-9165
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross Street
    Race Street
  • Parking details
    We have a private lot with seven spaces behind our building and street parking available. Race street and Congress street offer free parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour at Maison

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for Happy Hour at the bar ALL NIGHT Tuesday and from 4:30-6:00pm Wednesday-Saturday. $8 cocktail highlights include French 75 and Gimlet. Our full food/drink menu is available as well.
    Happy Hour at Maison photo

What 1,733 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Best Overall

  • South Carolina

    Best Food

  • South Carolina

    Best Service

  • Charleston

    Best Overall

  • Charleston

    Best Food

  • Charleston

    Best Service

  • Charleston

    Best Value

  • Charleston

    Innovative

  • Charleston

    Great for fine wines

  • Charleston

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Maison in Charleston offers an exceptional dining experience with "phenomenal service" and "amazing food." Guests rave about the "crispy flounder" and "steak frites," highlighting a "creative menu" that transports you to a Parisian brasserie. The atmosphere is lively yet comfortable, making it a "highly recommended" favorite for both locals and tourists.

1,733 Reviews
  1. tally

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was excellent some of the best we’ve had. The service, the ambience and the interest we were shown by staff was negligible. It was my birthday, and I didn’t even get a happy birthday message.

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  2. Nicole

    VIP

    San Francisco

    74 reviews

    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a delightful spot. Tucked into Upper King, Maison presents inventive French cuisine, a stylish setting and a lively bar.

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    VIP

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always perfection, from the food to the staff. Thank you for consistently being great!!

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  4. Bryan

    Charleston

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Living here 10 years,, and somehow have missed it. A.. Neighborhood-type place with an exceptionally high quality menu, bar, and attentive service. Would like to keep it a secret.. but that would be selfish I suppose.

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  5. Jonathan

    Charleston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food with good ingredients. Consistently good experiences here

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  6. Jennifer

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful evening celebrating my birthday. Danielle made us feel welcome and was very knowledgeable about the dinner and wine menus. The croquettes and escargot were delicious as always. My husband enjoyed the rabbit en croute and the monkfish was perfection. We always have a wonderful evening when we dine at Maison. Thank you for such an enjoyable evening!

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  7. JENNIFER

    VIP

    Charleston

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, fun atmosphere and the most delicious food! Love this place.

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  8. Pamela

    VIP

    Charlotte

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the bar and were well taken care of by Evan and Logan. The food and cocktails were delicious. My husband and I shared the ravioli appetizer and I had the crispy flounder. He enjoyed the pâté. Everything was excellent. We will definitely be back.

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  9. Trey

    VIP

    Caribbean

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Maison was a wonderful trip to Paris in Charleston. The Crispy Flounder was the best ever. The service was impeccable yet unpretentious. We enjoyed incredible cuisine in a wonderfully comfortable atmosphere. Highly recommend.

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  10. Maryellen

    Denver

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was wonderful, we shared some small plates and loved them all but on top of that, the service was exceptional! We enjoyed the wine that was suggested and adored a speciality cocktail.

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FAQs

Maison is rated 4.9 stars by 1733 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Maison

708 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Race Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have a private lot with seven spaces behind our building and street parking available. Race street and Congress street offer free parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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