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Get InspiredNorth AmericaUnited StatesSouth CarolinaCharlestonHigh Cotton Charleston Restaurant

High Cotton Charleston Restaurant

US
Fine Dining Restaurant·Elegant, Classic, Warm
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Photo by High Cotton Charleston Restaurant from Google Places
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Photo by Kam Smash from Google Places
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Photo by High Cotton Charleston Restaurant from Google Places
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Photo by Vanessa Aguirre from Google Places
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Photo by Kam Smash from Google Places
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Photo by High Cotton Charleston Restaurant from Google Places
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Photo by Kam Smash from Google Places
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Photo by High Cotton Charleston Restaurant from Google Places
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Photo by Vanessa Aguirre from Google Places
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
Photo by Kam Smash from Google Places

Located in the heart of Charleston's historic French Quarter, High Cotton Charleston Restaurant epitomizes Southern hospitality and fine dining. The menu celebrates Lowcountry flavors through locally sourced ingredients, featuring everything from impressive seafood towers and fresh oysters to hearty porterhouse steaks. Whether you're visiting for a celebratory dinner or their popular weekend brunch—where the crab cake benedict is a standout—the experience is defined by an elegant yet welcoming ambiance. With a polished bar area and a reputation for exceptional service, it remains a top choice for those seeking a classic, high-end Charleston meal.

Located in the heart of Charleston's historic French Quarter, High Cotton Charleston Restaurant epitomizes Southern hospitality and fine dining. The menu celebrates Lowcountry flavors through locally sourced ingredients, featuring everything from impressive seafood towers and fresh oysters to hearty porterhouse steaks. Whether you're visiting for a celebratory dinner or their popular weekend brunch—where the crab cake benedict is a standout—the experience is defined by an elegant yet welcoming ambiance. With a polished bar area and a reputation for exceptional service, it remains a top choice for those seeking a classic, high-end Charleston meal.

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Address
199 E Bay St,Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Websitehighcottoncharleston.com
Phone(843) 724-3815
Hours
Closed
Mon
4:30 - 10:00 PM
Tue
4:30 - 10:00 PM
Wed
4:30 - 10:00 PM
Thu
4:30 - 10:00 PM
Fri
4:30 - 11:00 PM
Sat
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM4:30 - 11:00 PM
Sun
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM4:30 - 10:00 PM

Highlights

  • Fresh seafood towers with local oysters and lobster.

  • Decadent lobster mac & cheese and crispy calamari.

  • Expertly prepared steaks including a 26oz porterhouse.

  • Signature Lowcountry brunch featuring crab cake benedict.

  • Attentive and professional service in a refined setting.

Best For

Elegant celebratory dinners and sophisticated Lowcountry brunch.

Time of Day

Brunch, Dinner, Late Night

Occasion Tags

Date Night, Special Occasion, Tourists, Locals, Business

Reviews

4.7
Excellent2,9 K reviews

High Cotton Charleston Restaurant is widely praised for its elegant atmosphere and exceptional Lowcountry cuisine. Reviewers frequently highlight the freshness of the seafood, particularly the seafood towers, local oysters, and the lobster mac & cheese. The service is a recurring point of praise, with guests noting that the staff is attentive, professional, and warm, which helps elevate the high-end feel of the establishment. Brunch is also a major draw, with the crab cake benedict and chicken and waffles receiving specific mentions as standout dishes. While it is an upscale fine-dining spot, guests appreciate the welcoming vibe that makes it suitable for both special occasions and relaxed but high-quality meals. Overall, it is considered a must-visit in Charleston for its consistent quality and classic charm.

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Location

French Quarter, Charleston, South Carolina, United States
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