Tempest

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4.6

2399 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Tempest has been named the country’s #1 new restaurant by readers of USA Today’s travel guide, 10Best. Located on Market Street, in the former historic Harriott Pinckney Home for Sailors, next door to sister location Church and Union Charleston. Tempest features hyper-local, sustainable Coastal Modern-American food, with a seasonal menu curated by Chef Adam Hodgson and Bravo Top Chef Alum Chef Jamie Lynch.

Tempest’s noteworthy raw and roast menu features both chilled and charcoal roasted options, with a variety of meats, pastas, fresh produce, and chef curated accompaniments that go beyond the sea, offering a taste for every palate.

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(843) 996-4966
Website
http://www.tempestcharleston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Jamie Lynch
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Sales Manager: (843) 996-4966 ext. 1066

Location
32 N Market St, Suite C, Charleston, SC 29401
Neighbourhood
Downtown Charleston
Cross Street
East Bay Street
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Happy Hour at the Bar
Multiple dates available
Join us at the bar for $10 feature cocktails from 5pm-6:30pm every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday
Easter Buffet | $70 per person, $35 12 & under
US$35.00 - US$70.00 per person
Apr 20, 2025 only
Join us for our Easter brunch buffet from 9am-4pm on Easter Sunday! It will be $70 per person + tax and gratuity, and includes the choice of a Bloody Mary or mimosa. The buffet will be $35 for children 12 & under. Payment is due at the time of your visit. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Mother's Day Buffet | $70 a person, $35 12 & under
US$35.00 - US$70.00 per person
May 11, 2025 only
Join us for our Mother's Day brunch buffet from 9am-4pm on Sunday, May 11! It will be $70 per person + tax and gratuity, and includes the choice of a Bloody Mary or mimosa. The buffet will be $35 for children 12 & under. Payment is due at the time of your visit. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Private dining

Popular dishes

Ocean Rolls
Nori milk bread, whipped butter, furikake | 2 rolls $4, 4 rolls $8
Wedge SaladUS$15.00
Little gem lettuce, pistachios, creamy dill dressing
Mixed GreensUS$15.00
Beets, feta, hazelnut vinaigrette
Fish TacosUS$18.00
Mahi mahi, pineapple salsa, roasted cabbage
Fried CalamariUS$18.00
Lemon aioli, fresh herbs
Ahi TunaUS$21.00
Olive tapenade, green olive aioli, lemon oil
PEI MusselsUS$23.00
Bacon, fennel, sourdough

Mains

Spaghetti Cacio e PepeUS$28.00
Pecorino romano, peppercorn butter
Rigatoni BologneseUS$31.00
Parmesan Reggiano, truffle oil
Mahi MahiUS$37.00
Winter squash, spinach, pancetta vinaigrette
The BurgerUS$23.00
Onion, bay sauce, fries
Charcoal Roasted ChickenUS$33.00
Spring onions, chimichurri, butter sauce
Steak FritesUS$45.00
Shoestring fries, au poivre sauce
8oz Filet MignonUS$59.00
Irish mashed potatoes, veal sauce
Braised Short RibsUS$45.00
Irish mashed potatoes, natural jus

Chilled or Charcoal Roasted

1/2lb Roasted Local ShrimpUS$25.00
Green garlic butter, charred lemon
1lb Roasted Local ShrimpUS$48.00
Green garlic butter, charred lemon
Roasted Oysters
1/2dz or 1dz | Chef's selection of oysters, green garlic butter, charred lemon | MKT price
1/2lb Local Shrimp CocktailUS$25.00
Cocktail sauce, lemon
1lb Local Shrimp CocktailUS$48.00
Cocktail sauce, lemon
Chilled Oysters
1/2dz or 1dz, mignonette, cocktail sauce, lemon | MKT price

Sides

Creamed SpinachUS$16.00
Garlic, parmesan, breadcrumb
Shoestring French FriesUS$12.00
Irish Mashed PotatoesUS$13.00
cabbage, green onion

What 2,399 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

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Charleston
Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tempest offers a "phenomenal experience" with "amazing service" and "delicious food," perfect for special occasions or a date night. The seafood, particularly the grouper and flounder, is praised, as are the "unique variations on traditional meals." The atmosphere is "gorgeous" with a "spectacular interior decor."

2,399 Reviews

A
April
Charleston9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service! Enjoyed the atmosphere.
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Maggie
E. Tennessee1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ocean rolls, roasted local shrimp, and steak frites were phenomenal. The staff were attentive and made sure our drinks were always full. Overall a great experience and will definitely be back for those shrimp!
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Macy
Charleston1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We made a reservation but sat at the bar because Joe was so awesome! Delicious food and drinks. Get the ocean rolls. Love the mosaic and the music!
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Sara
Orlando4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The entire experience was really nice with great food. It is a little loud in the upstairs dining room, but otherwise, no complaints!
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Jason
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice time. Great cocktails and a wonderful meal...must have the short rib!
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Shawn
Grand Rapids6 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was outstanding. Food was very good. I can’t 5 Star the Value.
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Stuart VIP
Las Vegas18 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. McKenna was our waitress, She was excellent for a demanding group of 6. All the food was delicious
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amy
Seattle5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Scrumptious, delectable, amazing. You will not be disappointed in your meal. Roasted shrimp are the best ever.
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Adam
Charleston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful Valentine's dinner. Staff was fantastic, food was great, and the restaurant itself was gorgeous. We will definitely be back.
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Laura
Minneapolis4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic meal - highly recommend! Give the tuna crudo a try.
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FAQs

Tempest is rated 4.6 stars by 2399 OpenTable diners.

Tempest 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

32 N Market St, Suite C, Charleston, SC 29401

Additional information

Cross Street
East Bay Street
Neighbourhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jamie Lynch
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tempestcharleston.com/
Phone number
(843) 996-4966
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Sales Manager: (843) 996-4966 ext. 1066

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Tempest

Make a reservation

Additional information

5 cutting-edge restaurants to visit now in Charleston

Gift card

Happy Hour at the Bar

Easter Buffet | $70 per person, $35 12 & under

Mother's Day Buffet | $70 a person, $35 12 & under

Main Dining Room

Bar Room

Garden Patio

Custom inquiry

Flounder

Grouper

Oysters

First Course

Ocean Rolls

Wedge SaladUS$15.00

Mixed GreensUS$15.00

Fish TacosUS$18.00

Fried CalamariUS$18.00

Ahi TunaUS$21.00

PEI MusselsUS$23.00

Mains

Spaghetti Cacio e PepeUS$28.00

Rigatoni BologneseUS$31.00

Mahi MahiUS$37.00

The BurgerUS$23.00

Charcoal Roasted ChickenUS$33.00

Steak FritesUS$45.00

8oz Filet MignonUS$59.00

Braised Short RibsUS$45.00

Chilled or Charcoal Roasted

1/2lb Roasted Local ShrimpUS$25.00

1lb Roasted Local ShrimpUS$48.00

Roasted Oysters

1/2lb Local Shrimp CocktailUS$25.00

1lb Local Shrimp CocktailUS$48.00

Chilled Oysters

Sides

Creamed SpinachUS$16.00

Shoestring French FriesUS$12.00

Irish Mashed PotatoesUS$13.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Tempest restaurant rated?

Does Tempest offer gift cards?

Is Tempest currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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