39 Rue de Jean - Charleston

Name: 39 Rue de Jean - Charleston
Address: 39 John Street, Charleston, SC, United States, 29403
Telephone: (843) 722-8881
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

5213 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

Feb 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 47 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Lively

French style cafe and bar offering the best in Brasserie cuisine since 2000.

Enjoy indoor/outdoor patio seating, cocktails and a well-rounded wine list.
Current Dinner hours are Monday through Saturday from 4:00 PM- 10:00 PM.
Sunday Dinner service: 4:00PM-9:00PM.
Sunday Brunch: 11:00AM- 3:00PM.
Friday & Saturday Lunch: 11:00AM-3:00PM.
Reserve your table now or call in for carry out at 843.722.8881.

We are excited to reopen our restaurant to all of our guests and are cautiously abiding by the SCRLA to ensure that we are taking care of not only our guests but as well as our staff safely! We have chosen to operate at smaller capacity and do ask that you make a reservation in order to secure a table for dining.

We have always had high standards in regards to sanitation and we are applying even more safety measures.

*menus subject to change, please visit www.holycityhospitality.com for current menus

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, French / American, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sunday Dinner Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 722-8881
Website
https://www.facebook.com/RuedeJean/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Letha McClary
Private party facilities
Upstairs at Rue de Jean event space offers a private dining room that can be transformed to host professional gatherings or celebratory affairs, accommodating up to 200 guests. This unique space features vaulted ceilings, exposed brick and a private entrance. Contact Sass Franklin, Private Dining Manager, at privatedining@holycityhospitaity.com

Location
39 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Neighbourhood
Downtown Charleston
Cross Street
King St. and John Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Half off Mussels on Tuesdays!
Multiple dates available
Tue - 4:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Enjoy half-off all mussels every Tuesday night.

Popular dishes

Onion Soup GratineeUS$6.00
Sweet Onion Broth, Baguette, Crispy Gruyere
Truffle Potato SoupUS$6.00
Creamy Potato Purée, Chicken Broth, Truffle Infusion, Chive Crème Fraiche
Foie Gras MousseUS$18.00
Mixed Berry Compote, Crostini
Steak Tartare*US$15.00
House-cut Steak, Creamy Dijon, Quail Egg, Crostini
EscargotsUS$14.00
Brandy, Garlic and Parsley Butter
Crispy Pork BellyUS$15.00
Sweet Potato Purée, Brussels Sprouts Slaw, Apple Cider Jus
Warm Cheese FondueUS$13.00
Fried Parsley, Toast Points
Pistachio Breaded Quail KnotsUS$19.00
Arugula Salad, Brandy Glaze
CharcuterieUS$14.00
Rotating Selection of Sourced or House Cured Meats, Candied Pecans, House Pickles, Mustard, Balsamic Glaze, Crispy Baguette. Add Artisan Cheese Selection - $24/$31
Assiette A'fromageUS$23.00
Rotating Selection of Artisan Cheeses, Fig Butter, Honey, Candied Pecans, House Pickles, Crostini
Traditional Caesar SaladUS$6.00
Anchovy Caesar Dressing, Parmesan, House Crouton, Bouqueron Anchovy
Fried Goat Cheese SaladUS$9.00
Honey Goat Cheese Croquette, Baby Arugula, Red Beets, Candied Pecans, Lingonberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
Brussels Sprout SaladUS$9.00
Roasted Brussels, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Dried Cranberries, Goat Cheese, White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Moules en Six Preparations

Bowl - $15, Grande - $22

Mariniere
White Wine, Shallots, Parsley
Tomato-Bacon
Roasted Tomatoes, Bacon Lardons
Pistou
Garlic, Basil, Olive Oil
Red Curry
Mild Curry, Coconut Milk
Bacon Bleu
Bacon Lardons, Blue Cheese
Vegetable Cream
Cauliflower Cream, White Wine

Les Entrees

Coq au VinUS$28.00
Red Wine Braised Chicken, Braising Reduction, Pearl Onions, Bacon Lardons, Mushrooms
Grilled Salmon*US$29.00
Rice Grits, Garlic Butter Snap Peas, Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Shrimp ProvençalUS$24.00
Sautéed Shrimp, Penne Pasta, Tomatoes, Pernod Garlic Butter Sauce, Red Pepper Chili Flakes
Seared Scallops*US$36.00
Dried Cranberries, Pearl Onions, Beech Mushrooms, Rosemary Butternut Squash Purée, Topped with Brown Butter Leeks and Bacon
Roasted Trout AmandineUS$32.00
Sunburst Farms Trout, Seared & Served Whole, Pommes Purée, Haricot Verts, Capers, Almond Brown Butter
Pan Seared HalibutUS$36.00
Pearl Couscous, Rainbow Swiss Chard, Tomatoes, Velouté Sauce
Fresh Catch*US$0.00
Chef's Seasonal Preparation
- MKTUS$0.00
Short RibUS$33.00
Pommes Puree, Haricot Verts, Sauce Espagnole
Chicken FrancaiseUS$28.00
Jasmine Rice Pilaf, English Peas, Capers, Carrots, Broccoli Rabe, Beurre Blanc
Seared Pork Tenderloin*US$29.00
Pommes Purée, Fried Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Red Onion, Whole Grain Mustard Demi
Roasted Duck Breast*US$32.00
Garlic Herb Rice, English Peas, Melba Cherry & Bacon Compote
Grilled Lamb Porterhouse*US$35.00
Sweet Potato Mash, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Balsamic Maple Glaze
Grilled Blue Ridge RabbitUS$36.00
Pommes Purée, Grilled Asparagus, Whole Grain Mustard Demi
Spinach & Garlic RavioliUS$24.00
Blistered Tomatoes, Asparagus, Pearl Onions Beech Mushrooms, Creamy Garlic Sauce

Angus Beef

Steak & Frites

Accompaniments: Au Poivre Style $4, Roquefort Cheese $3, Truffle Butter $4, Maitre D'hotel Butter $4, Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions $5, Seared Scallop $6 (each). Choice of

8 oz Filet*US$45.00
12 oz NY Strip*US$40.00

Brasserie Burger

Brasserie Burger*US$18.00
10 oz Ground Burger. Served With Pommes Frites. Accompaniments:

Les Accompaniments

Asparagus BéarnaiseUS$10.00
Truffle Pommes Frites with AioliUS$10.00
Pommes FritesUS$8.00
Pommes PureeUS$8.00
Brussels SproutsUS$8.00
Haricot VertsUS$8.00
Sweet Potato MashUS$8.00
Béarnaise or Truffle AioliUS$2.00
Au Poivre SauceUS$2.00

Cocktails

French 75US$12.00
Twelve 33 JoJo Gin, Organic Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Brut Sparkling Wine
Cold Brew MartiniUS$15.00
Vanilla Infused Vodka, Mr. Black Cold Brew Liqueur, Cold Brew Coffee
Mint to BeeUS$15.00
Ford's Gin, Cucumber, Mint, Honey, Organic Lime Juice
Not Spritzn AroundUS$12.00
St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Hibiscus Tea, Lemon & Lime Simple Syrup, Brut Sparkling Wine
Artisinal SmashUS$14.00
Maker's Mark Bourbon, Seasonal Muddled Nectar, Organic Lemon Juice, Mint
Nellie, Joe and Natalie - N/AUS$10.00
Hibiscus Tea, Nellie and Joe's Key Lime Juice, Natalie's Organic Lemon Juice, Orange Simple Syrup

Non-Alcoholic

Spiritless "Margarita" Pour OverUS$10.00
Samuel Adams "Just the Haze" IPAUS$8.00
Untitled Art, West Coast IPAUS$10.00

Biere

Local/Regional

Hi Wire "Bed of Nails" Brown Ale 8.4% ABV
Bell's "Amber" Ale 5.8% ABV
New Belgium "Trippel" Beglian Style Pale Ale 8.5% ABV
Coast "32°/50° Kölsch" German Style Ale 4.8% ABV
Estuary "Noche de Mar" Mexican Style Lager 5.0% ABV
Sycamore "Mountain Candy" IPA 7.5% ABV

Imported & Domestic

Budweiser 5.0% ABV
Bud Light 5.0% ABV
Michelob Ultra 4.2% ABV
Heineken 5.0% ABV

Draft

Kronenbourg "1664" Lager 5.0% ABVUS$8.00
Allagash "White" Belgian Style Wheat 5.2% ABV
Wicked Weed "Pernicious" IPA 7.3% ABV
Commonhouse "Red Fox" Irish Ale 5.0% ABVUS$9.00
Wild Leap "Chance" Hazy Juicy IPA 6.2% ABVUS$9.00
NoDa "Pitchslide Pils" German Pilsner 4.1% ABV

Cider & Seltzers

Stella Artois "Cidre" 4.5% ABV
AVAL "Rosé Cidre" French Cider 6.0% ABVUS$8.00
Anheuser-Busch "NUTRL" Orange Vodka Seltzer 4.5% ABV

Wine by the Glass

Bubbles

Prosecco, Illi (IT)US$11.00
Blanc de Blanc, JP Chenet (FR)US$10.00
Sparkling Rose, Bouvet (FR)US$11.00
Champagne, Veuve Clicquot (FR)US$27.00

Whites

Pinot Grigio, Collezione Maiolica Estate, Veneto (IT)US$9.00
Picpoul de Pinet, Hughes Beaulieu, Languedoc (FR)US$11.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Massey Dacta, Marlborough (NZ)US$11.00
Sauvignon Blanc/Semillion, Comtesse, Bordeaux (FR)US$10.00
Chardonnay, Louis Latour "Chameroy", Macon Villages (FR)US$13.00
Chardonnay, Mer Soleil, Santa Lucia Highlands (CA)US$12.00
Riesling, Heinz Eiffle "Shine", Rhinehessen (GE)US$9.00
Rose, Houchart, Provence (FR)US$12.00

Reds

Pinot Noir, Laurent Chardigny, Burgundy (FR)US$14.00
Pinot Noir, Lucas & Luwellen, Santa Barbara (CA)US$13.00
Syrah/Grenache, E. Guigal, Cotes du Rhone (FR)US$12.00
Merlot, Airfield, Yakima Valley (WA)US$11.00
Zinfandel, Oppolo, Paso Robles (CA)US$15.00
Gamay, Louis Jadot, Beaujolais Village (FR)US$10.00
Malbec, Padrillos, Uco Valley, Mendoza (AR)US$11.00
Bordeaux Blend, Chateau Talmont, Bordeaux (FR)US$11.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Ancient Peaks, Paso Robles (CA)US$14.00

Wine

Champagne & Sparkling Wine

N/V Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Brut, Reims, FranceUS$120.00
N/V Champagne, Demi-Sec Veuve Clicquot, Reims, FranceUS$145.00
N/V Champagne Brut Rosé, Veuve Clicquot, Reims, FranceUS$150.00
N/V Champagne, Perrier-Jouët, "Grand Brut," Épernay, FranceUS$130.00
N/V Cremant, Charles Bove, Loire Valley, FranceUS$60.00
N/V Cremant, Cave de Bissey, Burgundy, FranceUS$50.00
2021 Blanc de Blancs, Raventós i Blanc "l'Hereu," Brut Reserva, Penedès, SpainUS$55.00
N/V Brut, Louis Pommerey, CAUS$53.00
N/V But Rosé, Piper Sonoma, Sonoma, CAUS$55.00

Sauvignon Blanc

2023 Pouilly–Fume, Maison Chavet, Loire Valley, FranceUS$60.00
2023 Sancerre, St. Martin, Loire Valley, FranceUS$65.00
2019 Graves, Chateau Peyrat, Bordeaux, FranceUS$50.00
2023 Sauvignon Blanc, Southern Right. Walker Bay, South AfricaUS$45.00
2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Love Block, Marlborough, New ZealandUS$55.00
2023 Sauvignon Blanc, Honig, Napa Valley, CAUS$50.00

Chardonnay

2022 Chablis, Domaine Adrien Besson, Burgundy, FranceUS$65.00
2021 Bourgogne Blanc, Olivier Leflaive "Les Sétilles", Bourgogne Burgundy, FranceUS$105.00
2022 Montagny, Reunis, Premier Cru, Burgundy, FranceUS$80.00
2021 Chardonnay, Left Coast, "Truffle Hill", Willamette Valley, ORUS$52.00
2021 Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer "Les Pierres," Sonoma County, CAUS$98.00
2021 Chardonnay, Jax Vineyards Y3, Napa Valley, CAUS$55.00
2021 Chardonnay, Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley, CAUS$105.00
2021 Chardonnay, Neyers, Sonoma Coast, CAUS$65.00

France (White)

2018 Gewurztraminer, "Trimbach", Alsace, FranceUS$70.00
2017 Pinot Gris, "Trimbach Réserve," Alsace, FranceUS$67.00
2021 Pinot Blanc, Pierre Sparr, Selection de Sol Calcaire, Alsace, FranceUS$45.00
2023 Chignin, Château Charles Gonnet, Savoie FranceUS$45.00
2021 Riesling, Pierre Sparr, Alscae Grande Reserve, Alsace, FranceUS$45.00
2022 Vouvray, La Craie, Loire Valley, FranceUS$47.00
2020 Muscadet, Sauvion, Loire Valley, FranceUS$45.00

Alternative Whites

2022 Albariño, Pazo Cilleiro, Rias Baixas, SpainUS$50.00
2023 Gruner Veltliner, Volker Wines, Burgenland, AustriaUS$48.00
2017 Pinot Blanc, Wechsler Trocken Weisser Burgunder, GermanyUS$60.00
2022 Riesling, Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen "Eroica," Columbia Valley, WAUS$50.00

Rosés

2022 Grenache Blend, "AIX," Coteaux D'Aix, En Provence, FranceUS$48.00
2023 Grenache/Cinsault/Syrah, Vermentino, Wolffer Estate, "Summer in a Bottle Provence", Provence, FranceUS$60.00
2022 Grenache/Cinsault, Tavel, E. Guigal, Rhône Valley, FranceUS$60.00
2023 Pinot Noir, Brooks, Willamette Valley, ORUS$55.00

Pinot Noir

2022 Pinot Noir, Mercurey, Domaine Faiveley, Burgundy, FranceUS$110.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Prosper Maufoux, Burgundy, FranceUS$60.00
2020 Pinot Noir, Marsannay, Louis Latore, Burgundy, FranceUS$105.00
2021 Pinot Noir, King & Cannon Cellars "Reserve," Willamette Valley, ORUS$55.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Timbre, Monterey, CAUS$50.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Elk Cove Vineyards, Willamette Valley, ORUS$60.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Adelsheim Vineyard "Breaking Ground", Chehalem Mountains, ORUS$110.00
2020 Pinot Noir, Maritana Vineyards, Le Russe Russian River Valley, CAUS$110.00
2020 Pinot Noir, Siduri, Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, CAUS$85.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Belle Glos, Clark & Telephone, Santa Barbara, CAUS$95.00

Alternative Reds

2022 Rosso Toscano, Visconti, Tuscany, ItalyUS$48.00
2019 Barolo, Bruna Grimaldi, Piedmont, ItalyUS$125.00
2019 Tempranillo, Baron de Ley, Reserva, Rioja, SpainUS$55.00
2022 Malbec, MAAL Vineyards "Biutiful", Mendoza, ArgentinaUS$55.00
2020 Syrah, Klinker Brick, Lodi, CAUS$56.00
2021 Syrah, GSM, Beckman "Cuve Le Bec", Santa Ynez, CAUS$60.00
2018 Petit Sirah, Two Angles, Red Hills Lake Country, CAUS$45.00
2021 Zinfandel, Old Ghost, Lodi, CAUS$95.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, & Bordeaux Style Blends

2018 Bordeaux Blend, Médoc, Château Greysac "Cru Bourgeois," Bordeaux, FranceUS$75.00
2020 Bordeaux Blend, Saint-Estèphe, Château de Pez, Bordeaux, FranceUS$140.00
2019 Bordeaux Blend, Chateau Picque Caillou, Pessac Leognan, Cahors, FranceUS$95.00
2019 Bordeaux Blend, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Château Lassègue, Bordeaux, FranceUS$165.00
2020 Bordeaux Blend, Saint-Émilion Château Macquin St. Georges, Bordeaux, FranceUS$65.00
2017 Bordeaux Blend, Pauillac, Chateau Lions de Batailley, Bordeaux, FranceUS$150.00
2016 Merlot, Pahlmayer, Napa Valley, CAUS$170.00
2019 Merlot, Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley, CAUS$105.00
2019 Merlot Blend, Skyside, Newton Claret, Sonoma County, CAUS$50.00
2020 Merlot, Chateau St. Michelle "Indian Wells" Columbia Valley, WAUS$45.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Hedges Family Estate, Red Mountain, WAUS$95.00
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Doubleback, Walla Walla Valley, WAUS$230.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paysan, Central Coast, CAUS$65.00
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, CAUS$185.00
2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, Jordan, Alexander Valley, CAUS$560.00
- 1.5 LiterUS$560.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Robert Mondavi Winery, Napa Valley, CAUS$80.00
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Supéry, Napa Valley, CAUS$105.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Honig, Napa Valley, CAUS$110.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Artemis", Napa Valley, CAUS$160.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Opolo Vineyards, Paso Robles, CAUS$75.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Daou Reserve, Paso Robles, CAUS$125.00

Rhône & Southern France (Red)

2021 Côte-Rôtie, Saint Cosme, Rhône Septentrional, FranceUS$170.00
2020 Crozes-Hermitage, E. Guigal, Rhône Septentrional, FranceUS$75.00
2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Secret de Nos Vignes, Rhône, FranceUS$105.00
2022 Côtes du Rhône, Domaine de Châteaumar "Cuvée Vincent", Rhône, FranceUS$45.00
2021 Côtes du Rhône, Domaine Galevan "Paroles de Femme" Rhône, FranceUS$48.00
2021 Côtes du Rhône, Chateau La Nerthe, Rhône Valley, FranceUS$60.00
2017 Gigondas, Chateau du Trignon, Rhône Meridonal, FranceUS$90.00
2020 Vacqueyras, Chateau du Trignon, Rhône, FranceUS$65.00
2018 Grenache/Syrah, Deparment 66, Cotes Catalanes Others, Languedoc-Roussillion, FranceUS$66.00
2021 Chinon, Les Graviers, Loire Valley, FranceUS$48.00
2022 Moulin a Vent, Domaine Les Fines Graves, Beaujolais, FranceUS$60.00
2021 Fleurie, Domaine Lucien Lardy "Les Roches," Beaujolais, FranceUS$55.00
2020 Morgon, Albert Bichot "Les Charmes", Beaujolais, FranceUS$48.00

Spirits

Bourbon

Basil Hayden'sUS$16.00
Blade and BowUS$25.00
Blanton'sUS$25.00
Buffalo TraceUS$14.00
Elijah CraigUS$13.00
Four Roses - Single BarrelUS$16.00
Knob CreekUS$14.00
Maker's MarkUS$11.00
Redemption "High Rye"US$12.00
WoodfordUS$14.00
Woodinville Port CaskUS$18.00

Whiskey

BrenneUS$16.00
Crown RoyalUS$11.00
Jack DanielsUS$10.00
JamesonUS$11.00

Rye

High West Double RyeUS$15.00
James E. PepperUS$16.00
Rittenhouse RyeUS$14.00
Sazerac Rye WhiskeyUS$14.00
Templeton RyeUS$15.00
Whistle Pig 10 YrUS$30.00

Scotch

Dewar'sUS$10.00
Glenlivet 12 YrUS$17.00
Johnny Walker Black 12 YrUS$15.00
Talisker 10 YrUS$27.00

Tequila

Don Julio AnejoUS$20.00
Espolon BlancoUS$10.00
Espolon ReposadoUS$10.00
Patron SilverUS$16.00
Libélula JovenUS$18.00

Gin

BeefeaterUS$10.00
Bombay SapphireUS$10.00
Ford'sUS$16.00
Hat TrickUS$12.00
Hendrick'sUS$12.00
NipitattyUS$12.00
TanquerayUS$10.00
Twelve 33 JoJoUS$12.00

Rum

BacardiUS$10.00
Captain MorganUS$9.00
DiplomaticoUS$16.00
Goslings DarkUS$10.00
MalibuUS$9.00
Mount GayUS$9.00
Myers's DarkUS$9.00

Vodka

AbsolutUS$10.00
BelvedereUS$12.00
Firefly Sweet TeaUS$10.00
Grey GooseUS$12.00
Grey Goose CitronUS$12.00
Grey Goose OrangeUS$12.00
Ketel OneUS$10.00
Mr. Black Cold BrewUS$14.00
Pearl VanillaUS$10.00
Stolichnaya/BlueUS$10.00
Sweet GrassUS$12.00
TitosUS$10.00

Cordials

AbsintheUS$12.00
Amaretto DisaronnoUS$10.00
AperolUS$10.00
Bailey'sUS$10.00
BenedictineUS$10.00
Boulard CalvadosUS$18.00
Branca MentaUS$12.00
CampariUS$14.00
Chartreuse GreenUS$17.00
Cles Des Ducs V.S.O.PUS$18.00
CombierUS$12.00
DrambuiUS$15.00
Fernet BrancaUS$12.00
FrangelicoUS$10.00
Grand MarnierUS$12.00
KahluaUS$10.00
Lillet Blanc/RougeUS$12.00
LuxardoUS$15.00
Montenegro AmaroUS$15.00
PernodUS$15.00
Remy Martin V.S.O.PUS$18.00
Sambuca Black/WhiteUS$10.00
St. George PearUS$11.00
St. GermaineUS$11.00
TuacaUS$10.00

What 5,213 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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Charleston
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

39 Rue de Jean in Charleston offers a delightful dining experience with a "great variety of entrees" and "authentic French cuisine." Guests praise the "excellent food" and "impeccable service," highlighting the mussels as a standout dish. The atmosphere is "warm and inviting," making it an ideal spot for memorable occasions.

5,213 Reviews

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Beth
Charleston
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food still delicious after all these years! Professional service. We had a last minute addition to our reservation and staff graciously made it work on a very busy holiday. It’s lively, a festive bistro vibe. A tad loud for us, we always ask for a table out of center if room.
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Amazing
VIP
Louisville
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We ordered escargot and confirmed we wanted bread and butter. The escargot came out but they waited 5 minutes, finally caught a bus boy to ask for some bread and butter, a few minutes later a woman brought some out to us. The escargot was overly salted, so the bread was definitely needed to help with the over abundance of salt. I ordered the grilled lamb. The sweet potatoes was over powered with cinnamon and threw the taste off of the lamb and brussel sprouts, since it sat under almost everything The lamb was supposed to be medium but was well done and because of the over powering taste of cinnamon, the lamb didn’t even taste like lamb or have much of any flavor at it, which I really enjoy the taste of. It tasted like well done steak with no taste or flavor to it. The brussel sprouts were the tastiest part of the meal, the ones I was able to scrape away from the sweet potatoes, which wasn't much and even those were a little too burnt. My husband ordered the steak, it was supposed to be medium rare but was rare. He asked for mushrooms and onions on top, the mushrooms were undercooked and the truffle butter on top was still solid and almost seemed frozen. The crème brûlée was 2/3 burnt on top. The artisinal mash cocktail tasted like it had too much simple syrup (which wasn't even an ingredient but the taste of it was there) and threw off the taste, then had a terrible after taste. This was an anniversary dinner and we told our waitress when she asked, so we hoped for at least something special, nope. The company of my husband was the best part of the meal. We wouldn't come back here unless someone invited us for a special occasion and they really want to go.
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Vivian
Western NC
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server, Melissa, was the best. She couldn't have been more attentive, accommodating and pleasant. My companion and I both had the onion soup and thought it was a bit too salty. I had a bowl of the mussels and thought they were a bit over-sauced. The menu features mussels prepared six different ways, making it a bit of a feature item. So, since. mussels are a "finger food" involving lots of sauce (often olive oil or butter), I was surprised that I had to ask for a warm towel to wipe off my fingers when I was finished. Even simple diners usually provide a towelette of some sort after serving finger food such as mussels.
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Deidra
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Warm French bistro. Great atmosphere. Wonderful food. Friendly attentive service. We had the scallops, the Chicken Francaise, the fried goat cheese salad, the bananas foster for dessert. Bottle of house Chardonnay All delicious. Our waiter Ethan was delightful. Great experience.
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Kevin
Charleston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food! Very loud :/ hard to have conversation.
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Andrew
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience. My favorite go to place in Charleston.
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Staci
Dallas
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
A bit disappointing. Reminded me of an Applebee’s with a better atmosphere. I don’t recommend the Shrimp Provençal or the Bananas Foster. Our waiter, however, was great!
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Lisa
Charleston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a wonderful meal with great service. Nothing I would change!
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Quentin
Baltimore
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was not good. Steak and mushrooms, rabbit 🐇 😝 Drinks 🍸 were good. Service great Ethan 👍
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Melanie
Charleston
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I love the atmosphere of this restaurant and have had dinner here several times. This was my first visit for lunch. The lunch menu was very limited, which is usually a good thing for a restaurant, but nothing on the menu really grabbed me. I ended up having the shrimp Provençal which was good, especially the butter garlic sauce. My lunch date had the turkey sandwich and truffle potato soup. He thought they were both blah. The hostess was Miss grumpy. Our waiter was obviously new to restaurant and had limited knowledge about wine and tequilas served. It was just ok for $105 lunch.
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39 Rue de Jean - Charleston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 722-8881.

39 Rue de Jean - Charleston is rated 4.3 stars by 5213 OpenTable diners.

39 Rue de Jean - Charleston does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

Feb 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 47 times today

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39 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
King St. and John Street
Neighbourhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sunday Dinner Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, French / American, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Letha McClary
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.facebook.com/RuedeJean/
Phone number
(843) 722-8881
Private party facilities
Upstairs at Rue de Jean event space offers a private dining room that can be transformed to host professional gatherings or celebratory affairs, accommodating up to 200 guests. This unique space features vaulted ceilings, exposed brick and a private entrance. Contact Sass Franklin, Private Dining Manager, at privatedining@holycityhospitaity.com

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39 Rue de Jean - Charleston

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Half off Mussels on Tuesdays!

Seared Scallops

Grilled Lamb Porterhouse

Fried Goat Cheese Salad

Hors d'Oeuvres & Salads

Onion Soup GratineeUS$6.00

Truffle Potato SoupUS$6.00

Foie Gras MousseUS$18.00

Steak Tartare*US$15.00

EscargotsUS$14.00

Crispy Pork BellyUS$15.00

Warm Cheese FondueUS$13.00

Pistachio Breaded Quail KnotsUS$19.00

CharcuterieUS$14.00

Assiette A'fromageUS$23.00

Traditional Caesar SaladUS$6.00

Fried Goat Cheese SaladUS$9.00

Brussels Sprout SaladUS$9.00

Moules en Six Preparations

Mariniere

Tomato-Bacon

Pistou

Red Curry

Bacon Bleu

Vegetable Cream

Les Entrees

Coq au VinUS$28.00

Grilled Salmon*US$29.00

Shrimp ProvençalUS$24.00

Seared Scallops*US$36.00

Roasted Trout AmandineUS$32.00

Pan Seared HalibutUS$36.00

Fresh Catch*US$0.00

Short RibUS$33.00

Chicken FrancaiseUS$28.00

Seared Pork Tenderloin*US$29.00

Roasted Duck Breast*US$32.00

Grilled Lamb Porterhouse*US$35.00

Grilled Blue Ridge RabbitUS$36.00

Spinach & Garlic RavioliUS$24.00

Angus Beef

Steak & Frites

8 oz Filet*US$45.00

12 oz NY Strip*US$40.00

Brasserie Burger

Brasserie Burger*US$18.00

Les Accompaniments

Asparagus BéarnaiseUS$10.00

Truffle Pommes Frites with AioliUS$10.00

Pommes FritesUS$8.00

Pommes PureeUS$8.00

Brussels SproutsUS$8.00

Haricot VertsUS$8.00

Sweet Potato MashUS$8.00

Béarnaise or Truffle AioliUS$2.00

Au Poivre SauceUS$2.00

Cocktails

French 75US$12.00

Cold Brew MartiniUS$15.00

Mint to BeeUS$15.00

Not Spritzn AroundUS$12.00

Artisinal SmashUS$14.00

Nellie, Joe and Natalie - N/AUS$10.00

Non-Alcoholic

Spiritless "Margarita" Pour OverUS$10.00

Samuel Adams "Just the Haze" IPAUS$8.00

Untitled Art, West Coast IPAUS$10.00

Biere

Local/Regional

Hi Wire "Bed of Nails" Brown Ale 8.4% ABV

Bell's "Amber" Ale 5.8% ABV