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Bearcat

Name: Bearcat
Address: 25 Magnolia Rd, Charleston, SC, United States, 29407-7013
Telephone: (843) 225-0477
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Neighbourhood gem
Innovative
Good for special occasions

Discover a culinary journey like no other in Avondale, where modern American flavors meet casual sophistication. Chef/Owner George Kovach has over 15 years of experience working in the service industry, including eight years working in Michelin-starred restaurants, he and his team are excited to provide a neighborhood gathering place in the heart of West Ashley. At Bearcat, every bite is an adventure. Your dining experience begins here, where exceptional food meets unforgettable memories.
**Please note that our menu does change frequently as we source food locally and seasonally.

- Please call if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time.
- Last seating for reservations are 9:30pm for Main Dining.
- Our Menu is available until 10pm.
- Bar seating is available Tuesday-Thursday 10pm and Friday-Saturday 11pm.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

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Executive chef: George Kovach

From the OpenTable editors: Chef George Kovach is an alum of MICHELIN-Starred restaurants like Ever, and that fine-dining pedigree shines at this approachable New American spot in Avondale. Grab a seat at the intimate chef’s counter, where Kovach whips up innovative dishes that could include strawberry-topped duck liver toast and crab dumplings with smoked trout roe. Bonus points for a charming, greenery-strew patio.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Bar Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 225-0477
Website
https://www.bearcatrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Please contact at info@bearcatrestaurant.com for private event inquiries

Location
25 Magnolia Rd, Charleston, SC 29407-7013
Neighbourhood
West Ashley
Cross Street
Located in the Avondale off of Magnolia Rd.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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William Wolf Bourbon, Orange, Elderflower, Ginger Ale
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Hendricks Gin, See The Elephant Amaro, Lime, Absinthe
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Rum, Pineapple, Falernum, Demerara

Classic Cocktails

Old Fashioned
Bourbon, Angostura, Simple Syrup
SazaracUS$15.00
Rye, Absinthe, Sweet Vermouth
NegroniUS$13.00
Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth
ManhattanUS$14.00
Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters
MartiniUS$14.00
Gin or Vodka, Dry Vermouth
Espresso MartiniUS$15.00
Vodka, Cafe Lolita, Cream, Coffee
Hemingway DaiquiriUS$13.00
Rum, Grapefruit, Luxardo, Lime
Whiskey SourUS$13.00
Bourbon, Lemon Juice, Simple, Egg White

FROZEN

STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI US$13.00
Green Chartreuse, White Rum, Bubblegum Syrup

DESIGNATED DRIVER (NA)

HEY ARNOLD!US$8.00
Lemonade, Charleston Tea, Magnolia Blossom Shrub, Pomegranate

FOOD

FettuntaUS$16.00
House Sourdough, Lump Crab Dip, Heirloom Tomato
Roasted OystersUS$19.00
Steamboat Creek Oysters, Creamed Leeks, Crispy Shallots
Duck Liver ToastUS$17.00
House Brioche, Green Strawberry, Foie Gras
CrudoUS$19.00
Market Fish, Passion Fruit, Coconut, Basil Seed, Seaweeds
Summer SaladUS$16.00
Local Baby Lettuce mix, Seasonal Vegetables, Green Goddess, Cured Egg yolk, Ranch Breadcrumb
CavatelliUS$19.00
Local Sweet Corn, Mushroom Conserva, Espelette Pepper
Charcoal Grilled ScallopsUS$28.00
Green Papaya, Sungold Tomato, Nuac Cham, Mango
Pork BellyUS$29.00
Eastern Carolina BBQ Glaze, Charleston Gold rice, Seasonal Pickles, Benne Chili Crisp, Herb Salad
LasagnaUS$28.00
Veal and Pork Ragu, Tomato Pasta
Lamb LoinUS$44.00
Coffee, Carolina Caviar, Red Eye Demi
Duck BreastUS$37.00
Cauliflower, Sunchoke, Alliums
Steak (serves 2-4)US$110.00
32oz Bone in Ribeye, Potato Puree, Creamed Corn, Local Mushrooms and Shallots, Sauce Buerre Rouges

AFTER

Brownie SundaeUS$14.00
Chocolate Ice Cream, Magic Shell, Sprinkles
MelonUS$12.00
Cantaloupe, Honeydew, Midori, Split Creek Farms Chevre
Creme BrûléeUS$15.00
Peach, Brown Butter, Macadamia Nut

Sample Tasting Menu ( $95 per person )

Snacks
Duck Liver Toast, Low Country Cup
Panna Cotta
Peach, Bacon, Sourdough, Pecan wood
Crudo
Passion Fruit, Coconut, Basil Seeds, Seaweeds
Cavatelli
Local Sweet Corn, Mushroom Conserva, Espelette Pepper
Duck Breast
Cauliflower, Sunchoke, Alliums
Plum
Local Plum, Coconut Mochi, See the Elephant Amaro
Melon
Cantaloupe, Honeydew, Midori, Split Creek Farms Chèvre
Sweets
Rotating Petite Fors

What 250 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bearcat in Charleston offers a "wonderful culinary experience" with creative dishes and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests praise the "exceptional service" and unique flavors, noting the restaurant as a "hidden gem" in the area. While the tasting menu garners mixed reviews, the overall ambiance, including bar seating, is a highlight.

250 Reviews

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Ben
VIP
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was outstanding, with exceptional service as well. We sat at the kitchen counter to watch the show, and ended up chatting with the chef and owner as we finished our dessert. Flavor combinations were creative, tasty, and well executed. The cocktail menu and wine list had several great options which did not disappoint! We were thoroughly impressed with Bearcat and will definitely return!
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Scott
Detroit
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
My wife and I went to Bearcat on a date night a couple nights ago. We were told upon booking that only bar tables were available, but when we showed up the restaurant was fairly empty so we were placed a standard table. The ambiance is fun and lively, with an eclectic playlist playing at a medium volume. The buzz of the small, open kitchen is exciting and fun to observe. The decor is minimal but trendy. Our server, Jordan, was solid in both service and experience - very knowledgeable and mostly attentive, primarily at the start of our experience. We got a couple cocktails - which were funky but tasty - followed by the roasted oysters and crab dumplings. Both appetizers were room temperature at best. Perhaps that's the way they are supposed to be, but it caught us off guard. The oysters were otherwise tasty, the dumplings were decent but not packed with flavor. We then had the summer salad and stroganoff, which turned out to be the stars of the night. The salad was gigantic and packed with great, fresh flavors. The stroganoff with venison was incredible and easily the best thing we ordered. We wanted the monkfish for dinner, but when we ordered at 7:00, they were already out, so we opted for the duck breast. The amount of duck that was offered was great, as it was equally meaty and flavorful. However, it was also lukewarm, which once again threw us off. Overall, it was a very solid choice and highly enjoyable. With a couple tweaks or changed expectations, it could easily become a staple stopping spot.
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Walter
VIP
Western NC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food Excellent service Music too loud & not appropriate
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Sally
VIP
Denver
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a GREAT restaurant. Food is excellent quality, creatively and beautifully prepared with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Dine here for a real treat from folks who clearly love what they do. A stylish neighborhood gem.
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Adrianna
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! Beautiful restaurant and excellent food.
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Jessica
VIP
Dallas
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Coming from Chicago we had high expectations and every dish was delightful
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Phenomenal. We did the tasting menu and everything was exceptional. A true gem in Charleston and a must try!
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J
Jeff
Charleston
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this restaurant. The menu is always amazing, service is terrific and the ambiance is fantastic.
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Carrie
VIP
Charleston
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food was amazing!! Veronica was an amazing waitress, giving great advice and a terrific description of the offerings. The broiled oysters, pâté and stroganoff were outstanding!! The music, however, was a nightmare. Loud rap and metallic bands are fine in a bar at best, but not when eating an amazing meal. Veronica was great and got it changed for a bit, but sadly it reverted back and as a result we skipped dessert. We’ll be back to eat but very much hope the music situation is resolved! Otherwise we may be forced to get it to go…..
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Grace
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very amazing and relaxing experience!! The dishes were absolutely beautiful. I really enjoyed our server describing them after placing the dishes on the table. It really rounded the experience and made it so interesting.
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FAQs

Bearcat is rated 4.6 stars by 250 OpenTable diners.

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

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

25 Magnolia Rd, Charleston, SC 29407-7013

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Located in the Avondale off of Magnolia Rd.
Neighbourhood
West Ashley
Hours of Operation
Bar Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.bearcatrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(843) 225-0477
Private party facilities
Please contact at info@bearcatrestaurant.com for private event inquiries

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Classic Cocktails

Old Fashioned

SazaracUS$15.00

NegroniUS$13.00

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MartiniUS$14.00

Espresso MartiniUS$15.00

Hemingway DaiquiriUS$13.00

Whiskey SourUS$13.00

FROZEN

STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI US$13.00

DESIGNATED DRIVER (NA)

HEY ARNOLD!US$8.00

FOOD

FettuntaUS$16.00

Roasted OystersUS$19.00

Duck Liver ToastUS$17.00

CrudoUS$19.00

Summer SaladUS$16.00

CavatelliUS$19.00

Charcoal Grilled ScallopsUS$28.00

Pork BellyUS$29.00

LasagnaUS$28.00

Lamb LoinUS$44.00

Duck BreastUS$37.00

Steak (serves 2-4)US$110.00

AFTER

Brownie SundaeUS$14.00

MelonUS$12.00

Creme BrûléeUS$15.00

Sample Tasting Menu ( $95 per person )

Snacks

Panna Cotta

Crudo

Cavatelli

Duck Breast

Plum

Melon

Sweets

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Bearcat restaurant rated?

Is Bearcat currently accepting reservations?

Permanently Closed

Dining areas

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