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Grill 225, Charleston, SC

Grill 225

4.6
4.6
1668 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
As Charleston's premier steakhouse, and member of the Great Steak Houses of North America, our menu is one of the few in the country that features 100% USDA Prime Beef. Located at the luxurious Market Pavilion Hotel in the heart of historic Charleston, we offer a dining experience like no other. All of our beef selections, including the filet mignon, are hand-selected and wet-aged 42 -50 days to ensure tender texture and unsurpassed flavor.

At Grill 225 we place a great deal of emphasis on seafood harvested from both local and International waters. Using only premium ingredients such as local sustainable seafood as well as exclusive premium domestic and international offerings.

Private Dining for up to 110 guests for indoor events.
Private gatherings for rooftop cocktail receptions and events up to 275 guests.

Dress Code:
For Men, smart business attire. Jackets are requested, but not required. Flip flops, T-Shirts, non collar shirts and baseball caps are not permitted.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 266-4222
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Gerry Elliot
  • Catering
    Your next social gathering or corporate function deserves the very best, which is just what you'll find at Grill 225. Located at the Market Pavilion Hotel, we offer a one-of-a-kind, historic Charleston setting as well as our popular rooftop Pavilion Bar. <br /><br />Features:<br />Private Luncheons or Dinner Events for up to 110 guests.<br />Standing Receptions for up to 275 guests.<br />Corporate Boardroom that seats 12 guests.<br />Outdoor Rooftop Pavilion Bar - private events up to 300 <br />Luxury Market Pavilion Hotel, onsite with 70 guestrooms.
  • Private party facilities
    Larger Party sizes or limited availability? Please call reservations 843-266-4222.Information Request Form (24 hour - business day response) Events Management Contact Email (24 hour - business day response): Grill 225 Events Email Request
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross Street
    Market Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking for Grill 225 is provided at the entrance to the Market Pavilion Hotel based on availability, and is subject to being fully committed during high business demands. Parking fee for dinner is $10.00 Sunday -Thursday and $25.00 on Friday - Saturday. Pickup trucks and large SUV vehicles will not be accepted by our valet staff.
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz quartet on Friday and Saturday nights from 7:30pm - 12:00am.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,668 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Best Ambience

  • Charleston

    Best Ambience

  • Charleston

    Great for fine wines

  • Charleston

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Grill 225 offers an elegant dining experience with "impeccable service" and "outstanding food," especially their steaks. Patrons rave about the "flawless" ambiance and attentive staff, making it ideal for "romantic celebrations" or special occasions. While some find the prices high, many agree it's among Charleston's top dining spots.

1,668 Reviews
  1. Johnny

    Baton Rouge

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Usually an awesome experience. I guess everyone has an off night every now and then. I’m pretty sure our server just didn’t want to be at work that night. She tried but her lack of enthusiasm shone through.

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  2. Colleen

    Jacksonville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I had a lovely dinner on a Friday evening. We were a few minutes early but were seated right away. Nice wine menu, with plenty of options. Server appeared disappointed that we only ordered appetizers (I am unable to eat a full entree) but otherwise, it was a very nice evening. We ended the night with a quick stop at the rooftop bar for a night cap. Highly recommend!

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  3. Josie

    VIP

    Seattle

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate at four separate upscale restaurants in Charleston for dinner (FIG) etc.) This was by far the most expensive. While the service was lovely and the atmosphere is lovely the food quality is mediocre at best. Oysters are in season. The oysters we received were minuscule compared to the abundance of big plentiful oysters we had other places. For the price of the food it was highly disappointing, and instantly not nearly as good as other places.

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  4. Katie

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ate off the valentine’s Day menu three course meal for $125. Absolutely perfect and highly recommend. Everything was so perfect, came out hot and the flavors were delicious.  there was a jazz band playing in the background and the waiter was exceptional.! We will definitely be returning very soon for another fine dining experience

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We're greeted upon walking in the door and seated immediately. Waiter was friendly and knowledgeable. Food was excellent!

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  6. Ruth

    Baltimore

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The filet was cooked perfectly and tender, the crab cakes were exceptionally large, but neither were the best we’ve ever had. We felt that the cost was too high to not be the very best you can get. The service and ambiance were exceptional.

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  7. Guy

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been coming to the Market Pavilion Hotel almost since it was built and it keeps getting better and better! The staff is always very polite and welcoming, several of which I've known for many years on a first name basis! My stays are always topped off with a meal at Grill 225 where the food and service is unmatched. The slight seasoned char on the steaks is so delicious I don't dare dilute that flavor with any sauces. There's not a steak in Charleston like this! Much love and appreciation for the team at Grill 225!

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  8. John

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The room is very nice. The bartenders are slow and way below the skill level that a place like this I would expect to have. When the martini glass isn't even half way full, that's not a good bartender. The food was good, nothing extraordinary. Again, very nice room, but I wouldn't go back especially with all the other great options in town.

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  9. mark

    VIP

    Charleston

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy high cotton, we have been there on many occasions and they never disappoint

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  10. Keewanda

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to hang out. The food is great the energy from the staff was great.

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FAQs

Grill 225 is rated 4.6 stars by 1668 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Grill 225

225 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Market Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking for Grill 225 is provided at the entrance to the Market Pavilion Hotel based on availability, and is subject to being fully committed during high business demands. Parking fee for dinner is $10.00 Sunday -Thursday and $25.00 on Friday - Saturday. Pickup trucks and large SUV vehicles will not be accepted by our valet staff.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gerry Elliot
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz quartet on Friday and Saturday nights from 7:30pm - 12:00am.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (843) 266-4222
  • Catering
    Your next social gathering or corporate function deserves the very best, which is just what you'll find at Grill 225. Located at the Market Pavilion Hotel, we offer a one-of-a-kind, historic Charleston setting as well as our popular rooftop Pavilion Bar. <br /><br />Features:<br />Private Luncheons or Dinner Events for up to 110 guests.<br />Standing Receptions for up to 275 guests.<br />Corporate Boardroom that seats 12 guests.<br />Outdoor Rooftop Pavilion Bar - private events up to 300 <br />Luxury Market Pavilion Hotel, onsite with 70 guestrooms.
  • Private party facilities
    Larger Party sizes or limited availability? Please call reservations 843-266-4222.Information Request Form (24 hour - business day response) Events Management Contact Email (24 hour - business day response): Grill 225 Events Email Request
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