Old Village Post House
101 Pitt St, Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464
Old Village Post House Menu
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Soup Salads & Starters
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Main Course
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Sides
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Address :
101 Pitt St
Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464 - Phone (843) 388-8935
- Website https://www.oldvillageposthouse.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :5:00 pm - 10:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Classy
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
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Nichole L.
Last weekend, I took seven members of my family to Old Village Post House. The restaurant is located in the quaint Old Village area of Mt. Pleasant. After you're in the door, you have no idea that you aren't in a restaurant in downtown Charleston. It totally has the white table cloth, jazzy music, downtown vibe (without the traffic and parking headache). We settled into our table in the beautiful upstairs dining room and dug into the menu. (Dining hint? Go early to avoid the crowd, get good restaurant pics, and to get maximum attention from staff.) I ordered the creamy and delicious, Thai Curry Butternut Squash Soup and a few others ordered beautiful starter salads, the Poached Pear Salad and a Roasted S.C. Apple Salad with baby spinach, crispy country ham, toasted hazelnuts, and blueberry basil vinaigrette from the specials menu. Warm bread slices are also delivered to the table in a Charleston Sweetgrass Basket. Also landing on our table, was a bite size cucumber and apple salad with mint and basil... an amuse-bouche. For our main courses, my husband ordered the Pan Roasted Grouper with truffle celery root custard, okra, micro greens, and roasted mushroom vinaigrette. I ordered the Cast Iron Duck Breast, with broccoli raab, butternut squash farro (heaven!), muscadine gastrique and roasted grapes. A few others at the table ordered burgers, and my mother-in-law ordered the Shrimp and Grits. Judging by the empty plates, they were also delicious. The wine and cocktail menu is very nice. I ordered a rich Washington State Cab from Hyatt Vineyards to go with my duck. My husband ordered the Barn Raiser made with local honey infused Maverick Bourbon, Blenheim's ginger ale, and orange bitters with an orange twist. We that they use the South Carolina made ginger ale in several of their signature drinks. And if you've got children in tow, don't worry! They have a perfect, child approved menu and were really accommodating to the two young picky eaters at our table. My husband and I shared the Post House Chocolate Pie with house made salted caramel and Chantilly cream. We paired it with the suggested Fonseca Ruby Port. It was a perfect way to end my rich and delicious meal. I also dug my spoon into the Post House Ice Cream Sundae my daughter and her friend were sharing. Overall, a very nice meal, and highly recommended. For additional info and pictures: gapcreekgourmet.blogspot…
(4)Cindy F.
Overall, this is a great local restaurant that we've been to before. But on a recent visit we were disappointed. We ordered the grouper special which was tasty but my order had a slight iodine taste to it. One person in our party ordered the bistro steak special which came too rare despite being ordered medium rare and was cold. Our other companion ordered the burger, which was also cold as were the fries. We should have complained at the time but our waiter was super nice.
(3)Brian A.
Great atmosphere and the food always surpasses expectations.....a simple fried shrimp appetizer was surprisingly full of flavor and delicious marinades.
(5)Todd P.
We dined at the Old Village Post House several years ago and really enjoyed it, so on a recent return trip to Charleston we decided to go back. This time around, the food was excellent and the support staff were very attentive, but our server rarely interacted with us and gave very basic service. If you're a "meat and potato guy" like myself, you may want to go elsewhere. Out of ten entree options (including the special), six were seafood, two "beef" (quotations because one of those options is a burger), one poultry and one vegetarian. None of the non-seafood, non-vegetarian options were particularly attractive: the burger is pedestrian, quail is not everyone's cup of tea (and small) and a 6 ounce filet is puny and at most restaurants would be considered a "petite filet". For $26, I'd expect at least a 8 ounce filet and it was paired with okra which also isn't everyone's cup of tea. There HAD been a bone-in pork chop on the menu at the time I made the reservation that sounded great, but it was off the menu when we actually went. We were also disappointed in that their shrimp and grits recipe changed since the last time we went. Years ago, it was a more traditional shrimp stock based gravy over cheesy grit cakes. The shrimp were in a tomato based sauce and over regular grits, and while good, they were not what we expected. Our server was more egregious than the menu options though. She gave complete attention given to tables with regulars/locals and large tables ordering lots of wine and food, but virtually ignored us. The server hung all over these tables, conversing with them in small talk, asking them about their meals, etc. ("I love your glasses...", "Happy birthday!", "Welcome back, the menu has changed since the last time you were here...") The chef even came out to talk to the large table. By contrast, we sat in the corner and mostly interacted with the support staff who kept our glasses full, brought us food, etc. They were great and very attentive, but our server would ignore us for long periods of time. When our food did come, my burger was over cooked and our server was hardly apologetic and it was resolved by a manager, who made sure the replacement was okay (which it was). Like I said, the support staff was great and the food good, but I really don't feel we got the same attention the other customers did. Out-of-town guests should feel just as welcome as locals, and tables of two should get the same attention as tables of ten, not like second class citizens.
(2)Gregg S.
This is really a 4.5, but I only had a burger, albeit a very good burger, but I can't go all in on just that. I was with a group of my golfing friends who did rave about their food. I thought the prices were reasonable for the quality of the food and the service.
(4)Eddie S.
I would give it a 5 star, but the service is hit and miss, last time there servers gossiping in hallway, cell phones out...but food is always good, I actually think the leather chaired bar area is most comfortable...always a surprise that makes your mouth water.
(4)Linda D.
We took my mother, sister and brother-in-law here last week; they wanted to eat somewhere with character, and they are used to eating in really fine restaurants. It was an excellent choice. The service was impeccable. The food was really wonderful. Brother-in-law ordered steak carpaccio starter, which I would have never dared try, but it was delicious and he loved it. My sis and I had the lamb tagine. If I could have licked the plate in polite company, I would have. Savory, melded spicy flavors without being hot, and the lamb was fork-tender and melt-in-your-mouth. Mom had the fried oyster starter for her dinner, which was more than ample as a meal. BIL ordered shrimp and grits, which he would never have tried otherwise (he hates grits), and savored every bite. Spouse ordered the burger which he enjoyed, although he didn't feel it was the best one he'd had around town. We ate, talked, laughed, and never felt rushed. A great experience and a new go-to place for our frequent out-of-town guests.
(5)Craig F.
Old Reliable of all of the restaurants that I eat at in Charleston. ALWAYS good, always fresh, and ALWAYS have a great view of the Old Village in MTP from my favourite tables on the first floor. The fried oysters are always a great way to start. I had a burger with pimento cheese and bacon on the top. $13, with an amazing side of fries tossed in truffle oil. WOW. I gotta say: this burger puts Poes Tavern burger to shame.
(4)Wendy F.
We have never been disappointed at the Old Village Post House and tonight's dinner was no exception. After a warm greeting by the hostess we were escorted to the main dining room, seated at a table by the window and immediately approached by our delightful server, Leela. Everything on the menu looked fabulous but this evening we ordered straight off the Special menu (except for my hub's beverage, the house red). Our beverages arrived within minutes. My Maverick Vodka, Blood Orange juice and Jack Rudy tonic ... served tall and icy cold ... was a perfect choice on a muggy summer evening. Next to arrive was a napkin-lined basket filled to the brim with slices of warm, crusty bread that we dipped in a flavorful olive oil. To our delight, our server quickly followed up with an amuse bouche ... compliments of the chef ... two tasting spoons, each, with half a cherry tomato that was scooped and stuffed with creamy mascarpone and topped with a slice of sundried tomato ... served on a bed of crisp, peppery arugula. Though not 'traditional' we both enjoyed the Village take on its Caesar salad. The portion was large and included local cherry tomatoes, brioche croutons, a soft, shredded cheese (mozzarella?) and a light dressing. (Note: The menu cited shaved Parmesan and 'traditional' dressing; however, there was clearly an absence of anchovy, egg yolk, garlic, lemon juice, etc). We opted not to bring this to Leela's attention as our salad, as served, not only worked, it was delicious.) We appreciated having enough time to enjoy our salads before our entrees arrived. The star of the evening was the Chef's Special Rio Bertolini Seafood Pasta. What a bonanza ... jumbo lump crab meat, plump, tender shrimp, PEI mussels, chunks of moist tile fish, asparagus tips and halved cherry tomatoes served over spinach ricotta ravioli ... topped off with a light tarragon butter sauce. Of course, our bowls were mopped clean thanks to another basket of that warm, crusty bread. For a split second, I actually thought about the Brownie a la mode for dessert, but, I passed. We had a terrific evening and we'll be back in a few weeks with out of town guests.
(5)Gwen S.
Thank you Katie and the rest of the staff for making my clients, Jason and Carrie's wedding anniversary so amazing and special. You really WOW'd them, but then again, I knew you would. Their message to me: dinner last night was delicious!! The food and service were outstanding!! Such a cute little place tucked in the neighborhood.
(5)Talat R.
DDAMN!!Wait are you allowed to swear on yelp? Oh well! We were greeted by Paula who I must say was delightful and very knowledgable about the menu and history of the post house. She even gave us a personal tour.. Made this diner feel like a VIP! Now to the good stuff.... FOOD!!! Bullet points ( cause my English no so good) - Coffee- on point. They get there coffee from king bean and you can't buy it in stores. So after begging and pleading ( just kidding) they sold us some. - Drinks- got an old fashioned.. Yeah it was brunch what!?! You wanna fight about it! Let me tell ya'll that was one of the better old fashioned that I have had here in Charleston. I can't describe so here's a picture.. It's convincing enough! - The main course- Nashville hot quail and French toast! EPIC! Love me some hot chicken so I couldn't resist. However it was the French toast which was dusted with brown sugar with a thick and fluffy read that melted in your mouth. Now add quail to that and you got sweet with savory! Best of both worlds! To summarize- Food and drinks so good make ya wanna slap you mama!!
(5)J B.
I attended a company holiday get-together here. My dietary requests were handled and then some. Thoroughly impressed with the creativity of the kitchen, the willingness to accommodate, and go above and beyond with the blending of flavors and beautiful presentation.
(5)Ann K.
Outstanding service, cocktails and menu options. Comfortable upscale atmosphere with friendly but professional staff. Server was very knowledgeable about and checked (as needed) with the chef regarding gluten free selections. I had the peach, spinach and feta salad with the market fish special (all GF) and husband had the crab soup and shrimp and grits. Portions are very generous, flavors nicely balanced and complementary. The corn custard side to the fish special was unique and sweet/savory with a hint of nutmeg. Be sure to try the house special cocktail made with bourbon, called a Barnstormer!
(5)Leah C.
Sunday brunch is an event at the Old Village Post House. We were greeted with a sweet grass basket of fluffy biscuits and sweet cinnamon muffins, which set the stage for a delicious breakfast. Sunday brunch in Charleston seems uncouth if not served with either a Bloody Mary or mimosa. OVPH serves a yummy and spicy Hot Mary with jalapeño infused vodka, and their mimosa is made with blood oranges; I only tried the former. We chose to rebel against conformity and have one of their infamous old fashioned cocktails as well, which had a classic taste served with orange wedge and a cherry! We were impressed by the richness of the coffee and our attentive waitress sold us King beans for $10/lb! Great, since King Bean only sells to restaurants. I was very happy to sweeten my coffee with stevia in the raw--not a common option and much appreciated! I ordered the crab cake benedict, a classic southern brunch favorite. Maybe I am being unfairly judgemental--this dish was no different from what any other Maverick restaurant sells. In fact, I think I ordered this at High Cotton too. Just no twist or unexpected taste to set it apart. But an acceptable, well done dish... a meaty crab cake and spicy hollandaise served beside creamy stone ground grits. The eggs were just a bit overdone, but then my preference is for them to ooze over the crab cake and English muffin. Maybe try serving it on a southern biscuit? I'm no chef but I'm just throwing it out there. My brunch companion was more adventurous, ordering the French Toast and quail dish...now here is some creativity. Melt in your mouth brown sugar dusted toast with savory salty quail--a great combination. Overall the meal was excellent and the service is top notch. Our waitress even gave us a tour of the restaurant, tavern and inn since it was our first visit--the quaint little bedrooms would be a romantic and cozy accommodation that any out of town guest would enjoy. I only regret not trying the Charleston Crab Soup on this visit but I will be back!
(4)Joan M.
What a quaint wonderful restaurant in Old Mount Pleasant. The ambiance & decor definitely speaks of a special night. Good wine selection. Very nice menu. Much seafood. We had the mussels & crab cakes. A great place to go for a special night & very affordable. Smart casual attire. Will definitely return.
(4)Russell S.
Went for brunch yesterday. Kudos to Maverick Kitchens for offering stevia in the raw as a sugar substitute. We always carry our own with us since most restaurants only offer the pink, yellow or blue crap. Hard to beat the old world charm of this place. If you want ambiance this is it. Prices are reasonable especially considering the quality of the food. Our delicious meal was served within 5 minutes I kid you not. I had an omelet and my wife had French Toast. Mmmm. Wonderful. Service was impeccable. The best - run restaurants always are the ones where the manager makes the effort to come by each table to make sure everything is to your satisfaction. We were very satisfied. Just wish they were open for lunch during the week.
(5)Paul H.
This is always our go to place for brunch, lunch and dinner. Great atmosphere and the food is fantastic. A well trained team provide a pleasant dining experience
(5)Steven P.
I have eaten at Post House several times over the past five years or so, often with out-of-town guests. I suppose some visits have had better service than others but I've never had a negative experience, and the food is always delicious. We usually sit in the main dining room, which has a clean, sophisticated feel. This past summer we enjoyed happy hour in the courtyard.
(5)David S.
We have been here 4 or 5 times over the past few years and have never been disappointed. There is always something unique, seasonal, and delicious. Tonight, peaches are in season and the peach salad and the cobbler could not be better.
(5)Chadwick C.
Went for Sunday brunch. Service was good. I had the Crab Cakes Benedict which was overall lacking. Quite small portions of crab on an oversized english muffin with hardly any hollandaise sauce to taste. Crab had a surprising amount of shell in it for such a small portion also. Could've been a great plate but they missed the mark on that one. My wife ordered the Classic Eggs Benedict and I will say that the ham that comes with it is sliced thin and is delicious. We'll be back but definitely ordering something different on our next visit.
(3)Bill B.
Big fan especially when we dine in the pub. Service is great , food is wonderful and the drink prices aren't out of line. Have the hamburger with pimento cheese! One issue we had in the pub is that the chairs aren't the proper height for the table.Might not sound like a big deal but it is when you are trying to enjoy a meal.
(4)Dee B.
Really nice place for brunch! The coffee was strong enough for me, and my egg scramble was quite good. My dining mates all tried the french toast, which looked delicious, but incredibly rich. Good service overall, though, I had to ask for my coffee to be refreshed.
(4)Frank G.
It amazes me that someone would rate any place based on the people that are there at the time. What does that have to do with the price of sugar? Wife and I had brunch here, outside, wonderful. Service is top notch, like a high class place should be. We were 15 minutes early then when they opened, but we're welcomed in and asked to sit and enjoy the day while they were getting ready to open. Have been on the other properties that they own, no diff, tops all the way. Enjoy the southern hospitality as it was meant to be in a southern style home/Inn. Go there, I will try dinner there soon. Frank G
(5)Brian F.
Lucky for me I wasn't wearing socks with my loafers when I tried the soft shell crab BLT because they would have certainly been knocked off. I should be lying and posting that it was terrible so I can keep it all for myself.
(5)Katy A.
My husband and I ate here twice and stayed at the inn (for one night) on our honeymoon! The first time we dined we had the chef's special which was a Shellfish Chioppino. It is (still) the best thing that we have EVER tasted! Not to mention that we were treated like royalty by the waitstaff and kitchen. When we said that we were on our honeymoon, we were given two glasses of sparking wine and a complimentary dessert. After expressing how much we enjoyed the meal, the Sous Chef, Tim, came out to greet us and introduce himself. So friendly! The second time we dined (only 2 nights later) was just as delicious as the first. Again, we were treated like royalty. The manager recognized us, and immediately sent over 2 glasses of sparkling wine. A few minutes later, Tim sent us a complimentary appetizer. We enjoyed our treatment and meals at the restaurant so much that we decided to extend our honeymoon by one night and stay at the inn. No disappointment here, either! Lovely room, comfy bed, and delicious breakfast! Will definitely be back!
(5)Zan G.
Dinner began with a cup of butternut squash and apple bisque: to die for! For the main course I had a hard time choosing between the vegetable plate and the grilled flounder. Decided on the flounder, served on roasted cauliflower over butternut squash and topped with fennel salad. It was the thickest and most tender piece of flounder I've ever had- a wonderful blend of flavors. Dessert will have to wait until my next visit!
(5)Glenn P.
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our 27th anniversary dinner. It started off great with a handwritten note from the staff! Nice touch! Service and food was great. I used to work for the Elliott Group years ago and was pleasantly surprised by the updated Carpaccio! Great job!
(4)Candace J.
Delicious. Went in January with a couple of friends for dinner. Everything was fantastic from the drinks, appetizer, entrees, and service.
(4)R.Ron W.
Food average. Go to high cotton instead. Better atmosphere, jazz, better food & cocktail. Not sure why this sister restaurant is not up to par but after 4 times dining here I won't give it another chance because high price for low quality food.
(3)Amanda A.
I expected more from Maverick Kitchens. I've eaten at SNOB and loved it. This popped up on the gluten free radar, so I took my husband and mother in law here for brunch. I had eggs, bacon, and potatoes. This is normal breakfast fare, but for something hard to ruin, it was not very good. Extremely sub par potatoes (hard and tasteless), slightly limp and cold bacon, and eggs were over cooked. Also, the dining room had no air flow and was EXTREMELY hot. We were uncomfortable the whole meal. Not what you want on a hot July day, to go inside and be just as hot! I definitely do not plan on a return trip to this place.
(2)Drew E.
Maverick's lone offering off the Peninsula and every bit as good as its places downtown!! Great location in the heart of Old Mt. Pleasant too!
(4)Phil M.
We are on vacation from New Jersey and Old Village Post House was recommended by some locals we met while cycling in the area. They insisted three times that we had to come the restaurant. So having such a strong recommendation, we checked yelp, and were very encouraged. I have to say we were not disappointed. The neighborhood is beautiful, and building is historic, and once you dine here, you'll understand the ratings. The food is certainly innovative. I have to say the combinations of food served were unique. The service, ambiance, and even the other guests you meet while waiting all make for an excellent experience. Our server was Danielle. A transplant from Ohio, and very helpful in guiding us through a lot of difficult choices. We started with the mussels. They were prepared differently than what we see in New Jersey. A perfect combination of wine, garlic, green and red cherry tomatoes, capers and a crispy wedge of bread. Our main courses were specials. I had a stir fry steak, with fried oysters no less, in a savory sauce over jasmine rice and topped with broccolini that were cooked to perfection. My wife had a vegetable plate. She really enjoyed that as well. Danielle's suggestions for the house wines were a good match for our meals. We finished with a triffle that was also on point. The timing of the serving, the presentations of the dishes, everything led to a wonderful experience. We'll be back.
(5)Kelly G.
We brought my Mom here for her birthday who was visiting from out of town. We went early so we could bring our 15 month old and it was great- no problem. Food was wonderful, down to dessert. We were seated in a room upstairs which got very noisy- the only downside.
(4)Dave R.
Second time for brunch here. Entertaining out of town guests and it was fantastic again The corn beef hash brisket special was very cool and I would highly recommend. The flavor was crazy good. Others had crab cake Benedict and French Toast. Staff was top notch as well.
(4)Nelson M.
For special event dinners I would rate them the best is charleston. Charming location, great service, great food, they have it all! Bonnie does a fab job with special events. One of the best in the area for sure!
(5)Karen T.
Great food! First time visitors. Needed a place to sleep, and we always choose a hotel with a bar. Since this place is a Tavern and Inn we figured we'd try it. Food was delicious! Service was great, Brian was awesome. We got there right before they opened for dinner, so they let us in to have a drink and have a quick look at the room. Charming Inn setting and very clean. After dinner we walked along Pitt St for a bit, and then went to our room. It was fun hearing all the commotion from the Tavern, like we traveled back in time. One drawback, the bed was too hard. Didn't sleep much. The breakfast in the morning was very good. Overall a nice experience.
(4)Lori F.
My husband and I went to the Old Village Post House for Restaurant Week. We had high expectations of a Maverick property. The place itself is charming and we were greeted promptly at the door, escorted to the bar for a drink before dinner. We were shown to our table right at our reservation time. So far, so good. Then we waited. And waited. It was ten minutes before we got a glass of water. Another five and the manager came over to say the server would be with us shortly. He did take our drink order. We waited some more for the waiter, who never introduced himself or otherwise greeted us, to take our dinner order. The pacing between courses was horribly slow. No one ever asked how our food was. (It was delicious, the yellow fin tuna was perfectly prepared.). We waited far too long for each course. By the time the waiter came with the check, I just handed him my credit card without looking because we didn't want to wait any longer for him to return. Overall, a nice meal with horrible service. I'd give it four stars for food, two for service, for an average of three. I wouldn't go back, there are too many other choices in the Charleston area with better service.
(3)Rob K.
My wife and I have been coming here for years. It's a staple for us. We love sitting I the back bar area as it's very relaxed. The food is always consistent and excellent. You can't go wrong. Their happy hour menu is awesome too.
(5)Kevin H.
We have been back several more times and I have to say that this place is much better than I originally reviewed. Obviously, any rating takes in to consideration the environment, the servers, the other patrons, etc... I believe that I just had a "perfect storm" of negativity. Each time we have been back, we are very happy with our meals. I still think the table servers need some more work but the manager, Katie, does make up for a lot.
(4)Theresa C.
We came here with a big group for a bachelorette party and they couldn't have been better!! We were tame for a bachelorette party (this def isn't a crazy part restaurant), but still a big group and they were AMAZING! They put some beautiful flowers and a welcome sign on our table, and made sure our bride felt very special. Dani, our server, was fabulous and took care of us, not to mention the bomb food and drinks. HIGHLY recommend this spot for groups!!!
(5)Deb B.
I was so disappointed. We went for restaurant week with two others and were very excited because the other Maverick restaurants were soooo good. We all ordered different dishes, so the entire menu was tried. The veggies with the crab cakes were bland. They has absolutely no seasoning whatsoever. The appetizers were good. That I will say. The desserts were weird and had no flavor. I got something that was pureed nuts or something to that effect and was inedible. The service was lacking. Our server disappeared and wasn't seen until the end, when I had to hunt someone down for my check. Our dinner plated remained on the table for at least 20 minutes until dessert was brought. Very disappointing. I'll stick to the other Maverick restaurants.
(3)Korie E.
Best burger in town!! I'm not usually the type to go to a nice restuarant and order a burger but boy am I glad I did! Also had the peach salad and ice cream sundae-both equally as awesome. I'll definitely go here again.
(5)Ellen M.
Outstanding cheeseburger, asked for fries well done and that's how they were served! Mouth-watering berry cobbler, with a dollop of vanilla ice cream, drizzle of caramel! Yowza! We're Maverick Members, and were very satisfied with the whole dining experience seated in the tavern part of Old Village Post House!!
(5)Lodema A.
Great food and good wine Best bang for your buck in Mt P Off tourist setting were locals like to hang out
(5)Morgan S.
Updating my review based on staying at the Inn... Not the restaurant. The room was nice, staff very nice, but there is something lacking in the rooms. They're perfectly clean and nice but it lacks a comfort. Our room didn't have a TV in the bedroom? The bathroom had thread bare towels and bath mats. With that said, was a nice stay and I would encourage an out of towner looking for a b&b to try this quaint inn!
(3)Kyra M.
The Old Village Post House is consistent and one of the best neighborhood places to eat around. You can dress up, or eat more casually in the tavern. We are tavern people. The staff tries hard to please and the food is superb!
(5)John T.
I relocated from Los Angeles to Charleston in July and stayed here for a month. My experience was fabulous. Rooms were charming and the staff exceptional. A complimentary continental breakfest is included. Sundays included a one entre breakfest. The dinners are excellent. The seafood and salads are the best in Charleston. My favorites were the salmon and flounder dishes. The salad selections vary according to what's in season. You can't go wrong with any of the wines on their list. Months after my departure from the Inn, I continue to visit this restaurant. It's one of my favorites in Charleston The combination of fine food, atomosphere of an historic inn and the great staff make this establishment one of the best in Charleston.
(5)Monty L.
I don't understand the bad experiences that others have posted. We spent two nights there and the staff was as good as one could ever expect. Really good food and the service was fast. I like the fact that they have a walk-way that goes from the street into the dining area--a great place to take a toddler when they need some time to themselves. The many eating areas are all unique and not the standard spaces so many places have. The old, thick walls and solid door to our room meant that the only noise you could hear came from the street--this was minimal because this ain't New York City. By the way, a couple of doors down is an old-fashioned drug store that still has a soda fountain with stools. You gotta take your kids there so they can see what life used to be like.
(5)Dave L.
Restaurant Review, not B&B Review: We spent two nights at the Old Village Post House. On Sunday morning, the B&B provides the guest an entré off the brunch menu. As this is vacation, I started things off with a Bloody Mary. Nicely Done Dave! And I was not disappointed as it was served with a lime and olive. No celery stick that gets in the way, no loss and just the right amount of spice. Yvonne ordered the omelet with grits in place of potatoes. The omelet was stuffed with spinach, bacon, tomatoes. The grits were stone ground (translates to texture, far more interesting and better than our 5 minute grits). A spot of strawberry and blackberry decorated the plate; and were fresh and sweet. I ordered the Charleston low country Shrimp, sausage and ham in a Cajun red spicy sauce served over grits. A nice presentation and full of flavor. Maybe a little too much flavor for the first meal of the day, but I managed. Once again, Yvonne thinking outside the box, spoons my sauce onto her omelet and grits. It took her dish to exactly where she wanted it to go. Brunch was served with moist cornmeal squares, it was good. To our relief, it was moist and not overly sweet. A deal-breaker for breakfast can be bad coffee. Fortunately, we enjoyed the coffee. My wife likes hers a little stronger but no deal-breaker. (More on the b&b stay later).
(4)Kevin A.
Restaurants like this are the reasons why I have such fond memories of Charleston. I really wasn't anticipating it, but some of my best dining experiences have been in the many outstanding restaurants in Charleston. The restaurant is located in the old part of Mount Pleasant, a little detour from the 305. I think that the only customers it draws are those that go out of their way for a good dining experience. I wish I would have explored that area more, it seems that there was quite a bit in the area. The restaurant is located on a massive house, with dining areas scattered everywhere throughout the house, on all of its levels, it's unlike anything I have seen. We had a large group, so we ended up dining in what was the attic, which now holds two long tables. Their menu was varied, but still had all the familiar foods you would expect to find in Charleston. I probably should have ordered something different, but I was somewhat on a quest to find the best shrimp and grits for a while. So I ended up just ordering the shrimp and grits; and it was great. The grits were rich and buttery, the shrimp perfectly tender and really sweet, and the whole dish mildly spicy. There are many restaurants in the area that serve this type of low country cooking, but for the quality and unique experience this place offers, it's one of the best.
(4)Jasrine L.
We took a 2 day trip from NY to Charleston for Christmas, and decided to stay in the Old Village Post House after reading an article on Travel Channel that rated it as one of the places to stay in Charleston. Unfortunately, due to some traveling glitches, we had to call them up at 6.30 PM on the day we were supposed to check in, and tell them that we would be able to come in only by the next morning. Without our asking them, the management did not charge us for that night! That was our first taste of Southern Hospitality :) Noah, our manager, was a great help when it came to planning our 2 day sight-seeing program. We also had Sunday brunch and dinner at the Old Village Post House restaurant, and it was AMAZING! The staff is very friendly, the food and cocktails are awesome. Rosemary truffle fries, steamed mussels, pan-seared duck breast are some of the food we tried and it was delicious! Overall it was a great experience, and we plan to be back here. Highly recommended!!!!
(5)Eric D.
Excellent food! Everything was unique, fresh and wonderful! Place is a little loud, but that's my only criticism.
(5)Jennie C.
I really enjoyed my brunch here. The service was great - our waiter was attentive and funny. I had the shrimp and grits with sausage, and it was so tasty. I love that it was a peaceful brunch experience without a booming dining room and a long line out the door. We took advantage of the fact that we could make a reservation, although I don't think we would have had an issue if we hadn't. The formal dining room is a bit dressy - so no beach attire or flip flops here.
(5)John S.
Very nice setting - very "old" Charleston feel. The shrimp and grits were outstanding, one of the best I have had in the area. Wine list is good, wait staff very good. All in all, a great meal. Highly recommended for a special "date" night when you want something a bit more upscale. I will be back.
(4)LIsa H.
When I think Old Post house I think "dress nice." The formal dining room is a great place for a date or a fancy outing. If you want to go more casual they have a back "game room" with full bar and more casual seating. The menu in the formal dining room is southern inspired and changes with the seasons. However, they have Shrimp and Grits year round. Yeah! Old Village Post House is a Maverick Kitchen restaurant so if you've tried High Cotton or SNOB, you will find a similar taste in the OVPH menu and cooking. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a downtown feel without going downtown. The food and service is always superior and the atmosphere is very "smokey," meaning you feel cool being there on a Saturday night even though you aren't downtown.
(4)Kat M.
This was our first time to the Old Village Post House. We began our evening at the bar and enjoyed top shelf cocktails for roughly $9 a piece. This was a little more than I normally like to spend, but the showpin gimlet was made correctly, not always an easy feat for some bartenders. We moved into the dining room. I enjoyed the salmon special which was served on a bed pureed butter beans and topped with arugula, carrots, radish, and corn. The salmon was cooked perfectly. My boyfriend had a chicken dish (the second word started with a 's' but I can't remember the exact name). The service was good, but not exceptional. Everyone was kind and thanked is as we left, but this was the reason I did not give them all 5 stars. Overall, it was a very good meal and we definitely will recommend it to friends.
(4)Wendy E.
Great ambiance. Fresh and innovative food. Attentive staff... Full of character! Salted caramel sauce in ice cream sundae was to die for....
(5)Bee C.
Went there on a girls' trip expecting a dinner that matched the atmosphere. I was really disappointed with my meal, which was cold, and only half cooked. They comped my meal but I would have rather enjoyed a nice dinner. I understand a "bad dish" can get out of the kitchen on occasion but our service was terrible. We were never attended to. A very disappointing experience all the way around. There are way too many other establishments that have delicious food and attentive service for me to ever go back to the Post House, which is unfortunate, as it is within walking distance of where we stay several times a year!
(2)Rivers P.
My wife and I enjoyed our anniversary dinner here, and it was top notch! Highly recommend the pate special if it's available. The crispy fried flounder was perfect, and the NY Strip was cooked to perfection as well. All in all, we had 2 apps, 2 entrees & split desert. We left feeling full, but not stuffed and enjoyed every bite! Servers were prompt and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this spot!
(5)Susie G.
Having recently relocated to the Charleston area, we decided to give the Old Village Post House a try. They're one of the Maverick Southern Kitchens locations and were kind enough to include a gift card in our "welcome basket" so we didn't have much to lose. As it turns out, even free food couldn't save the evening. When I called for the reservation the person answering the phone must have been the manager and/or owner. I was impressed when he asked if we'd been there before. When I said that we hadn't, he asked why and I explained that we recently relocated. He welcomed us and told me that our dining experience would be special and that at the end of the meal we would receive information on their frequent dining program, which could be lucrative if you ate at any one of their restaurants on a frequent basis. I was impressed and looking forward to the evening. We arrived for our 6:30 reservation. The hostess was pleasant and we asked if they were expecting a busy evening, she said that it was expected to be slow. When we were seated there were two other parties in the section we were in. She started to lead us to our table. Pet Peeve #1: I don't know about you, but I hate "two tops" or tables made for two. When I make reservations I almost want to say that there will be three in our party, and then after we arrive say that our "friend" had to cancel. It seems like restaurants are always trying to "squish" us in somewhere. It was no different here. We were asked to sit in a very small two top which was part of a large banquette (latter filled with a very large family with children...). I asked for a different table. The result was a more secluded two top which gave me the opportunity to look at the wall and nothing else. I felt like I was in "time out". If you have not been to the restaurant it appears to be somewhat dated, plays to an older crowd and is VERY seafood focused. Not all bad, just something to be aware of. Our waiter was nondescript and took our order. We decided to order the lobster risotto which was a dinner, as an appetizer to split and then place our order. We thought that as the special, it would be a great dish and very fresh. Our risotto was served tepid at best. It was gritty and very gummy, the lobster was tough. Ut oh, this could be a long evening. I order the Southern Fried Flounder which appeared to have some very interesting sides - crab jambalaya, okra, and shrimp gravy (which I ordered on the side). My husband ordered a medium well strip, as he is not a fish guy. The meal came out in an appropriate amount of time. The plates were not appealing at all. Everything on my plate except my fish was cold. The waiter approached our table to find out how things were. My husband asked, "Are her side dishes supposed to be cold?" "No", he said and he started to take my plate. I suggested that my husband cut into the steak to see if it was cooked properly. As my husband did this is was apparent that the steak was well done. The waiter said, "Maybe it's just that end. Can you try a thicker section?" Can you believe it?? OK, I thought, we'll only pay for the other end then... The waiter took both of our plates and mumbled an apology. My husband watched in open kitchen the manager and the line cook discussed his steak. A few minutes later my dish came back. One of the sides was warm, the rest cold. I said, "Where is my husband's meal?" The runner said, "It's coming." Pet peeve #2: I came to dine with my husband, not "on the installment plan". I eat, then he eats, it just doesn't work for me. I get that people make mistakes and that kitchens have bad nights. But to me, it's how they skillfully recover that makes or breaks the meal. This was ridiculous. Are they so focused on food cost that they had to send my meal out? They couldn't toss the $3.00 piece (at best, it's what it costs them), of fish, start over and give us the opportunity to eat together. Very myopic. After this happened our waiter went underground. We saw him mid-meal to order another drink, he never came back, and that was it. Someone else cleared our plates and said that they would bring our check. We had a gift card so they had to come back again. No apology, no consideration for a comp, a beverage, a dessert. (of which I rarely except). It felt to us as a, "whatever" attitude over our meal, the service, the restaurant in general. With our discount our meal was still about $100. And get this... we were charged $1.00 to split our risotto. Yes, you heard it correctly - one portion, two plates, one dollar. I didn't finish my risotto, I barely touched my meal, and the cocktails were weak. The place was dated - lace dollies? Please, it's 2010. And the service was terrible. So please take our advice, save your money, and take it someplace that cares about you as a consumer.
(1)Lorraine S.
I have been coming here for years and have never been disappointed.consistently good. Local food, creatively prepared with service staff that is concerned that you have an enjoyable experience. Prices are very reasonable for the value provided. Had lots of meals in Charleston, put this place on your list!
(4)Andrew H.
Good neighborhood-y type place. Good food, good atmosphere in a small historic neighborhood. Service was medium-poor however. Stick to the Charleston Maverick spots for a better all around experience. They all have pretty much the exact same menu anyway.
(3)Shell P.
I stayed here for two nights over a weekend this February. Upon check-in, we were not greeted as warmly as by owner/operators at typical B&Bs, or even compared to mid-tier hotel chains. However, the rooms were cute and comfortable, the location was great, the price was very competitive for the area, and Sunday Brunch was a nice cap on the stay. What to expect? - Rooms are smallish, but comparable to many B&Bs. They are comfortably furnished with antique furniture arranged in a modern style. - The location is within walking distance of many area attractions, and only a short drive from downtown Charleston. A taxi from the airport (for 2 people) cost around $40, with tip. - The complimentary Continental breakfast (served on days other than Sunday) included a choice of 3 cereals, muffins, fruit, yogurt, orange juice, milk, and coffee. - The Sunday Brunch is also included in the room price. It is delicious! You can order your choice of items from the regular brunch menu. Eggs Benedict and brioche French toast were big hits with my group, as well as the burger, and some of the daily specials. To summarize, the building & rooms are attractive. The food is decent, and the location is good. You will enjoy your stay here, though it doesn't have quite the same cozy personality as a traditional owner-run B&B.
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