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The Independent, Georgetown, SC

The Independent

4.7
4.7
338 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
The Independent is an ingredient-driven, seafood restaurant and raw bar showcasing the Lowcountry's surrounding local fisherman, farmers, and purveyors. Located on historic Front Street, the restaurant pays homage to the community's former, yet iconic seafood market by the same name, with a seasonal menu of Southern-inspired dishes guided by the region's bounty of fresh seafood.

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What 338 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Georgetown / Pawleys Island

    Best Ambience

  • Georgetown / Pawleys Island

    Great for fine wines

  • Georgetown / Pawleys Island

    Good for special occasions

  • Georgetown / Pawleys Island

    Lively

  • Georgetown / Pawleys Island

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Independent is a vibrant addition to Georgetown, offering "outstanding food and service" in a beautifully decorated setting. Guests rave about its "melt in your mouth" flavors and "spectacular" atmosphere. While some mention noise and wait times, the "deliciously creative dishes" and "superb cocktails" make it a must-visit.

338 Reviews

  1. James

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible experience, great food and wonderful atmosphere.

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  2. Cathy

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Christmas Eve dinner with the family. Delicious holiday specials. The beef Wellington and the crab stuffed flounder were above our expectations! Jane, our server, was exceptional and lovely. Beautiful ambiance and excellent cocktails!

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  3. Rhodes

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect! Great service, delicious meal and fantastic ambience.

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  4. Cheryl

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I loved our experience at the Independent. Everything was perfect. The food was beautifully presented and exceptional. The staff from the hostess, Jenn, to our server, Maddie, made us feel welcome and special. Can’t wait to return. Merry Christmas!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal, service, and ambience. We will be back!

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  6. Calvin

    VIP

    Western NC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They have added a couple of new choices for their brunch menu. We tried the new crab dip that has a hint of Old Bay croutons flavor and will come back just for that dish. It is prepared in a cast iron skillet with toasted bread slices for dipping. DELICIOUS!!!!
    The IndependentResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for the review and have a great day!

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  7. Hensley

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was absolutely delicious as always! Ruthie is always wonderful and was just the same today! I highly recommend the brunch burger, french fries, and cinnamon roll for brunch and ANY seafood for dinner (particularly the low tide spread)!
    The IndependentResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you and we will make sure Ruthie sees your kind words!

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  8. Nicole

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere. The place to go for any special occasion or just because.

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  9. Charlotte

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Christmas brunch with our friends and it was delightful. We were pampered by our server. The food was served promptly and was very good. The Independent in The George is a lovely experience.
    The IndependentResponded on December 16, 2024
    Glad you enjoyed Brunch!

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  10. Ed

    VIP

    Atlanta Metro

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brunch was excellent. Chef Cory does a great job with the dishes. Awesome atmosphere.
    The IndependentResponded on December 16, 2024
    I know Chef and the team appreciate your kind words. Have a great day!

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FAQs

The Independent is rated 4.7 stars by 338 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for The Independent

615 Front St, Georgetown, SC 29440-3623

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Georgetown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue 2:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Outdoor Firepit, Private Room, Wine
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