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I love to eat.
I love to be entertained. Amazing when I can find both. We dined here for an anniversary dinner. We were seated by candlelight on a porch overlooking a walled-in garden. Not only was it romantic, but it also proved the perfect setting to enjoy a full course meal where the amuse bouche and appetizer courses were crafted to appear as plants and other elements of nature. Every course was a treat and the flavor combinations were unusual but satisfying. The staff made us feel special. We laughed, we cried...well you get it.... What a wonderful night!
Be the first to ReplyThis was the best dining experience I have had in
This was the best dining experience I have had in Charleston and top 5 I have had ever. I'm comparing this against Michelin star restaurants too. The presentation is amazing, food tastes amazing, service amazing, and overall ambiance is great. If there is one weakness, I would say the bar menu, but the bartender herself is amazing. Overall, this is my new favorite restaurant in Charleston and it brings such a wow factor. The caviar was a big portion and totally worth it. I can't wait to try their new restaurant costa!
Be the first to ReplyStunning experience last night with Zero George's dynamic
Stunning experience last night with Zero George's dynamic tasting menu. The best way to describe the evening is euphoria. The only way to approach the tasting menu is to include the wine pairings. While there are other offerings such as truffles, caviar, and wagyu we chose to commit to the dedicated tasting menu without any additionals. It was incredible from start to finish. There's rarely a moment where you are not interacting with the sommelier or other staff. They are super attentive without being in your face. Each bite we had was sublime. To say this was a memorable experience would even be an understatement. If choosing this tasting menu, go in with an open mind and try everything. Some items certainly took the cake but all were quite impressive. The overall ambiance of the restaurant is very warm and welcoming. I think next time I will commit to the caviar experience. I can only imagine!
Be the first to ReplyAn amazingly creative and excellent dining experience! The
An amazingly creative and excellent dining experience! The atmosphere is relaxed but the food preparation and service is Michelin star-worthy. Get a reservation and don't think twice.
Be the first to ReplyOverpriced ($500 for 2 people) but very very good.
Ambience isn't the greatest either for the price but the food and service were excellent
Be the first to ReplyWe enjoyed this amazing "tasting" menu, great service, in a
We enjoyed this amazing "tasting" menu, great service, in a lovely setting, we also added as an option caviar tasting with Japanese vodka. All beautiful and delish. The reason I'm giving this two stars is that this tasting menu is a rushed experience. You have about two hours to get through an enormous amount of wonderful food and really no time to enjoy the flavors and company you're with. When I'm dropping nearly $900 for a birthday dinner I don't want to be rushed. That must be fixed.
Be the first to ReplyIt was a magical experience from the start.
We walked in during a light drizzle and peeked into the kitchen as we stepped across the dimly lit courtyard, then passed through a glass door that opened up to a quaint patio, and the a beautifully cozy interior. We were seated in the patio and felt like it was the perfect setting for an anniversary dinner. Our server, Ray, was charming and enthusiastic about the menu and chef's offerings. The menu is prix-fixe and it made trying new cuisines very easy. Our palates were challenged and we enjoyed the caviar addition to our menu. For an additional $45, you can have royal ossetra caviar "bumps", followed by a shot of Nikka vodka from Japan. You can also upgrade your menu by adding the wagyu entree instead of their current offering, for $95. The only reason I'm giving this 4 stars is because I felt that several options were a bit underwhelming for the value. It was incredibly hard for me to do this but I'm basing my decision off of the dishes in the "middle" where I felt that there was a dip in flavor and the flavors didn't marry well together. For example, the hamachi with rhubarb jelly and pickled radish- the different tastes didn't seem like they worked well together. In addition to this, the pork belly was delicious but I didn't feel that it was a suitable option for such an elevated cost. Given that we could only choose from the included pork belly or $95 wagyu per person. Additionally, I was more impressed by the name of the pink bumblebee tomato, instead of the actual taste. We didn't do the wine pairing but ordering the non alcoholic drinks and some with alcohol. I wasn't a fan of the raspberry cocktail due to the strong and bitter taste, but the server was kind enough to take it back and bring me their Prosecco. I can't remember the name of it, but it was perfect. Not too sweet and dry enough. Regarding all of the positives, however...the starters and dessert blew us away. The cigar with A5 wagyu with smoke mushroom... incredible. The century (quail) egg that was soaked in yuzu for an extended period of time, the fois gras buñuelo sprinkled with dots of passion fruit, the "frozen summer garden" experience and flavor, the sheep's milk sorbet with lime and the coconut tees leche with "honeycomb" meringue were TO DIE FOR. Those dishes truly made the experience top notch. Our server was equally as passionate about the food as our chef was. He was exceptionally kind and knowledgeable. He made us feel special by acknowledging that while he couldn't place my requested rose petals on the table for our celebration, he was able to have our "celebrity chef" sign a menu for us and wrote "Happy Anniversary". I'd honestly visit once again just to see what creative offerings the chef has come up with. A minor side note- guest services at the hotel answered our question quite rudely when we tried to ask to be connected to the restaurant so that we could attempt to move our reservation to a later time. He stated "Well, nobody is answering the phone because the restaurant is in operation." Despite that minor bump in the road prior to our arrival, we loved the quick and efficient service that was offered at the actual restaurant. Everyone was incredibly attentive to our table. They offered a smile each time and our waters were never empty. Please give them a visit if you're ever in town.
Be the first to ReplyPlease see my Yelp review below: Have you ever found
Please see my Yelp review below: Have you ever found yourself saying, "you know, I've had some good fois gras and never really liked fois gras...but this ... this was amazing"? No? Just me then? Ok. That was my first inkling that the food was going to exceed any expectations I had. There are many components to a meal at Zero George that should each be considered. First; it is a tasting menu only. If you do not have an open mind and a wide ranging appreciation for flavors- some that you might think you wouldn't like if you picked for yourself, you may want to look elsewhere for a special occasion place. Secondly, if you don't want to spend 4-7 hundred dollars on a meal, you will not want to come here either. It is more than just pricy- it is exorbitant. However, if a unique, once in a lifetime palate experience in the most beautiful garden setting imaginable is something you think is worth the cost: you're right and should come to Zero George. The next consideration is how incredible the service is; I've rarely experienced anything like it. Hospitality taken to its natural zenith by people who believe in the mission of bringing you an unforgettable experience. And finally - the food and beverage. I know many people find conceptual dining experiences to seem pretentious based on the words chosen to describe the dishes but sometimes a meal is ethereal and playful and that's just that! This was one of those meals. I feel that way even though there were two dishes that simply were not for me. (Pork belly and potted plant.) First, the snacks. The frozen spring garden was fun and playful and silly and tasted amazing. A deeply frozen some thing or other wrapped around by a leaf; you blow out through your nose while eating and it starts you off on a lighthearted note. Opens up your mind and mouth! The oyster was good, it was an oyster lol. Pea custard on a crisp - yum! The potted plant was a radish with quinoa and some kind of butter and it was.. fine. The next round of snacks started to bring the flavors to a new level. The tartar cigar with dehydrated mushroom "ash" packed a lot of fun and camp into a small plate, the crab donut was more complex than I could've imagined, but their take on a "century" egg was my favorite of all the small plates! Smoked roe on top- so yummy. However, the buñelo was what was most surprising to me, since I typically flatly dislike fois gras but couldn't stop eating this one with its passionfruit gel complements. We opted into the caviar experience- I hadn't had caviar before and knew if I wanted to get the real taste I'd better try it here. So very glad I did. Much more flavor than just salt; savory and interesting- and the vodka cleanser went down so smoothly. The main plates started off strong and peaked, for me, with the octopus dish. The hamachi was so fresh -sharp and sweet- but you really do have to eat it atop the rice crisp accompaniment to get the most of it. The pink bumblebee tomatoes with their cream and seaweed was lick-your-plate-clean good, so the flat bread they send out with it comes in handy to sop all the goodness up! I enjoyed the pork belly enough but it was simply eclipsed by the genuine joy I felt with the octopus. I will say the paired wine enhanced my experience of the pork belly, as did getting a bit of each component of the dish together all at once for a full bite. The octopus, though, I actually don't think I have the requisite vocabulary to express how incredible it was. Octopus is another dish I've never had and I'm so glad my first exposure was here, the banana ...remoulade(? I can't remember but it was a sauce on the side) made it all another lick the plate flavor. The sheep's milk sorbet was a great palate cleanser, very sharp and the meyer lemon was sweeter than the the other berry flavor! The dessert? It's never left the menu and never will. The chef's take on tres leches with crisped honeycomb and the wine pairing will not soon leave my memory. Sweet, crispy, light, creamy... just perfection in a bowl. All the plates are small but by the end of the meal I was so stuffed I could hardly finish. A note on the cocktails: the old fashioned is maybe overpriced but it was a solid and refreshing, classic and traditional old fashioned. The rest were delicious (that we had, a suite sour and a gin drink I can't remember the name of!) and I think priced appropriately. We only had two wine glasses that were intentionally paired with the dishes (did not opt for the full pairing), however, based on how perfectly the flavors were enhanced by the flavors of the wine: we missed out and will next time certainly be choosing the pairing experience as well. If you're looking for a one of a kind experience, do come here. And a disclaimer! You will likely not have the same dishes I had, as they change their menu seasonally (and sometimes weekly!) led by the chef's current vision.
Be the first to ReplyWow! This place is as good as people rave! Looking for a
Wow! This place is as good as people rave! Looking for a special night or a splurge? Come here! You will not be disappointed! Ideal setting. Totally Charleston. The staff is wonderful!!! And the food is yummmmmm! We were here for the caviar bar. Four of us, 2 orders to share. Each order comes with: 2 Oz of caviar, lemon cheeks, 1 perfectly cooked soft egg, creme fresh, chives, potato chips, an brioche "sticks". Lots to try and sample. If you don't go to the caviar bar, they do have table service. They bring a tray with caviar and vodka. Looked to be a generous Oz bump off your hand (the best way in my opinion) followed by a vodka shot. Of course you can always order this at the caviar bar too. Tip: Make a reservation well in advance.
Be the first to Replya truly exceptional catered experience.
the tasting menu was a masterpiece. the flavors as well as the presentation goes beyond 5 stars. Knowledgeable service and the sommelier was so informative and guided us thru the meal. It's also located in the most charming Charleston boutique property.
Be the first to ReplyMind blowing experience here doing the caviar taste thing
Mind blowing experience here doing the caviar taste thing and also getting to sample some of the other stuff from the tasting menu like the wagyu which was out of this world. Cant wait to come back!
Be the first to ReplyThe tasting menu is composed of 13 courses, the first five
The tasting menu is composed of 13 courses, the first five are small bites. You start with a liquid nitrogen frozen herb ball in a leaf (very cool experience, you have steam coming out of your nose and mouth), followed by an oyster (not my favorite bite, I thought the flavors were an odd combination and did not work together well), foie gras on a cracker (second favorite bite of the meal), raw tuna cigar, smoked salmon cream bunuelo and a prosciutto croquette (third favorite bite).After these bites come the bigger dishes, starting with raw beef and a rice cracker. I enjoyed this course, the passionfruit was a nice addition, but it lacked overall flavor. Next were the chestnut ravioli which were extremely good and I think is just a fabulous dish. This was followed by swordfish served with a salted roll (similar to an Asian bun with more flour). The swordfish itself was underwhelming and had a slightly fishy aftertaste (not usual for swordfish in my experience), but dipping the bread in the sauce it came in was divine. They could just serve the sauce and bread without the swordfish and it would still be a fantastic dish. The last savory course was the red deer and this was the best bite of the meal. It came with beets, which were nice, but did not add much, but the meat was so supremely tender. I cannot say enough good things about the red deer.The last two courses were dessert. The first was a sheep's milk sorbet which was sour and refreshing. The last dish was a tres leches (coconut mousse in a coconut husk) with honey comb and was very pleasant. The service was top notch (as you would expect) and the ambiance is cozy and welcoming. I would recommend trying the restaurant if you are in the area and are celebrating a special occasion or just want to treat yourself.
Be the first to ReplyAbsolutely fantastic and unique experience.
The presentation is creative and incredible and the food is bursting with flavor. We will definitely be back.
Be the first to Reply(Really 3.
5). Atmosphere: 5, food: 3.5, service 3. Beautiful setting but most dishes weren't memorable beyond creative presentation. Our server was nice but there were several significant service errors that shouldn't be acceptable for a $500+ meal. - there was a large floor fan pointed directly at my back at the start of the meal (from about 3 feet away). A nearby table mentioned they moved because of it. I asked for it to be turned, and it was, but midway it turned back at me so I had to move it. - drinks took incredibly long to come out. It seemed as though they were forgotten. Neighboring tables had two somm visits before we got our first round, after the first course. - we ordered the caviar supplement. Server forgot and brought it out two courses late, after I checked. - the caviar supplement was tasty and fun, but it consisted of the waiter placing caviar on your hand to be eaten with him standing beside you. Our dirty plates from the previous course weren't cleared so it felt rushed and confused, especially for the price. Best dish was the dessert. Ultimately dinner was fine but a disappointment, and it didn't justify the price. We ate much better at the Grocery and Husk.
Be the first to ReplyAfter our second visit to this amazing establishment, my
After our second visit to this amazing establishment, my wife and I were left with only one question: how is this not a Michelin starred restaurant? I'm lucky enough to have dined at several of those spots, including a current 3 star restaurant (and Inn...you can guess which :)Our first experience at Zero was incredible. Amazing food, incredible wines, absolutely top-notch service, with 'zero' pretense (sorry, dad joke). We enjoyed the place so much, we snagged a table again, one year later. It's only gotten better. Any of the 'snacks' that start your meal could be a course at a lesser place, and it just gets better from there. Chef Petrillo nudges you out of your comfort zone without being pushy, delivers gastronomic delights without the weirdness that can pass for fine dining these days. The som, Anthony, is awesome. The guy knows wines like Einstein knew atoms, and he's answered my wine noob questions thoroughly for 2 years now. It's tough to justify spending serious coin on a single meal these days. But this place is worth every penny. Michelin people: get down to SC. Some stars are needed here. But let me make my 2023 res first!
Be the first to ReplyThis was one of the best meals I have ever had, better than
This was one of the best meals I have ever had, better than many Michelin star restaurants. In a city of excellent food, this is highly distinguished. Fixed price with 12 small courses + coffee (no alcohol or wagyu+caviar supplements) was $200/person including tax and tip - and we felt it was an excellent value. If you get drinks with wine pairing and supplements, it would probably be closer to $600/person and it would still be worth it. Sparse atmosphere in a historic building, outstanding service, so many creative and wonderful flavors. Definitely coming back!
Be the first to ReplyYES YES YES.
If you can, definitely come here for dinner! Make reservations in advance and you won't regret it. They serve a tasting menu for $140 per person. They have a sommelier and extensive wine/drink menu. The service is spectacular. Multiple people from the staff served us and they were all so professional and kind. The first part was a collection of "snacks" that were all handheld. They were all creative, fun to eat and tasty. Just for example, there was a flower pot of a delicious spread that we ate with the provided herbs. From there on, the bigger plates had just depth of flavor and unique flavor combinations. There was a ham, shiso cashew milk mix and cantaloupe dish that was a surprising cohesive marriage of flavors. The aged pork belly came with a "pork belly powder" which just elevated the pork belly flavor to new heights. The salmon was tandoori spiced, and served with a artichoke cream and a homemade bread. There were optional additions for an extra price. We both opted for the caviar (because caviar). It was a special celebration so I opted for the wagyu which was an extra $95. I remember reading someone saying that it was worth the price and I didn't believe them. BUT IT IS WORTH IT. It is A5 grade and they give you a pretty large piece. It literally melts in your mouth. Anyways, if you can't tell, I'd definitely recommend Zero. We will be back if we're back in Charleston. One thing just to note - my legs were eaten alive by mosquitos. We had outdoor patio seating, I was wearing a skirt, and it just rained before we got there. So while I thought the outdoor decor was more charming, if you're prone to bites, choose indoor. If you choose outdoor, wear pants.
Be the first to ReplyThis was one of our most disappointing dinners in
This was one of our most disappointing dinners in Charleston. We started getting our food about 10 minutes before our drinks came. Which kind of made us feel like we were getting pressured along to start eating. Most the food seemed a bit gimmicky and lacked true tastiness. I do think something like this would be fun once, but when compared to similar spots in Nashville, Chicago, etc this place just falls short.
Be the first to ReplyThis was one of the top 3 worst fine dining experience of
This was one of the top 3 worst fine dining experience of my life. I am giving two stars due to the good service. However what should never happen is that the food service is started prior to receiving the drink order. Waiters started putting food on our table and we were still missing the bottle of wine we had ordered.The presentation of the food was creative and the technique was very high end but almost each dish lacked flavor or was not seasoned correctly. Multiple dishes for example the scallop dish were so sour I couldn't eat it. I am not sure what is going on. Wasn't the sauce tasted prior to plating?I really wanted to like this place. Sad.
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