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The Kingstide, Daniel Island, SC

The Kingstide

4.5
4.5
1559 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
The Kingstide is Daniel Island's first and only waterfront restaurant. Boasting a pristine setting along the Wando River's meandering waterways, the beautifully appointed two-story space features an abundance of windows that maximize natural light and picturesque views. Envisioned and executed by renowned Charleston-based Cortney Bishop Design, The Kingstide's rustic yet refined interiors offer a nautical nod that goes beyond coastal expectations The menu offers a variety of seafood dishes thoughtfully presented in both raw and wood-fired preparations. Inspired by the beautifully simple flavors of the sea, The Kingstide partners with local and regional fisheries, farmers, and purveyors to showcase the Lowcountry's bounty through fresh, seasonally driven cuisine.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 1,559 people are saying

The Kingstide reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charleston

    Healthy

  • Charleston

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Charleston

    Great for scenic views

  • Charleston

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Kingstide offers a picturesque waterfront dining experience with "amazing views" and "beautiful ambiance." Guests frequently praise the "excellent service," highlighting attentive staff like Kaylee and Caroline. While some find the menu "overpriced," many recommend the "delicious and unique" dishes, especially the seafood options and cocktails.

1,560 Reviews
  1. Alli

    Raleigh11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dinner was excellent - the oysters were small but tasty, the she crab soup was rich and creamy, the wahoo was flaky and delicious (especially with the mushrooms in the sauce), and squid ink pasta (nero) was very tasty. We enjoyed all of it! Oh yes and the key lime pie.... Mmmmm. We ate too much and took some leftovers home :) Service was friendly and very attentive, very nice all around. It was a little too loud it was hard to have a conversation at times but we managed. Some noise absorption would be helpful.

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    Washington DC1 review

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was bad and food was so overpriced. The kids busing the tables were more polite than our waiter. And the food was just not good.

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    Phoenix1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocktails not my favorite but my waitress kept trying til she found a drink I loved ! Food was delicious and very filling!
    The KingstideResponded today
    Thank you so much for your feedback. I do know some of our cocktails are seasonal and the Kingstide take on some classics. I am glad that we found a drink that you loved. I am thrilled to hear that the waitress really helped you navigate the menu to get to that favorite. I love the ecto cool and our espresso martinis!! I do know that our beverage menu is taking over a big change for spring. So do come check us out again soon. Maybe you will find a new favorite. I am so glad that food was delicious and filling as well. Hope to see you again real soon. Thank you so much again for the review !!! Jacqueline Dornick, Assistant General Manager

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  4. Dylan

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful time last night, love the new dishes added to the menu!!
    The KingstideResponded today
    Dylan, I am so happy to hear that you had such a wonderful time dinning with us. I am also happy to hear that you really enjoyed the new dishes added to the menu. We have the Shrimp Cocktail, a crab cake appetizer, the Crab Louie salad, and we also added the Strawberry Swirl cheesecake. I think we have a few more new additions before the full spring menu is complete. So please check us out again real soon. Thank you again for your 5-star review. Jacqueline Dornick, AGM

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  5. Mary VIP

    Charlotte13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We’ve been twice in the past month- had to find our server both times. The first time, they made my pregnant daughter wait 45 mins for food (they did comp it tho) and this time, we almost got up and left because we couldn’t find our server. Prices are high but the view will cost you. Food is good- once you get it.
    The KingstideResponded on March 9, 2025
    Mary, Thank you for your feedback. It is both welcomed and helpful. I am sorry you had such a difficult experience both Saturday night and in the past. This is not our standard and it is unfortunate and unacceptable that you would need to wait that long or look for your server. We have discussed this issue with the staff and will use this as a learning experience so that it will not happen again. We did fall short in your dining experience. I would like to invite you back to have you enjoy both the food, in a timely manner, the view that is really unbeatable, and give you that experience that you do deserve here when dining with us. Thank you again for providing your feedback, Jacqueline Dornick, Assistant General Manager

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  6. Kelly

    St. Louis29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second dinner at Kingstide, and it did not disappoint. Their wine list isn’t lengthy, but offers plenty of options. Our appetizer (the burrata with tapenade) was delicious! My hubby went with the fried seafood platter (why not?!) and it was fabulous. I had the sailfish and it was sublime. We will be back soon!!!
    The KingstideResponded on March 9, 2025
    Kelly, Thank you so much for your 5-star review. I am so glad that you have had great experiences with us both times you have dined with us. The burrata is one of my personal favorites as well. The seafood platter is one of our newer additions to our menu, I am so glad you thought it was fabulous. We cannot wait for you to come back and visit us! Remember our weekly specials include half off select bottles of wine on Sunday, lobster rolls on Monday, and half off oysters on the half shell on Tuesdays! Thank you again for your feedback. Jacqueline Dornick, Assistant General Manager

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  7. Jamie VIP

    Seattle6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, great food, view, ambiance and service. Always a pleasure to dine here!
    The KingstideResponded on March 9, 2025
    Jamie, Thank you for your kind words. We do love to hear that you had a wonderful time per usual. That you enjoy the food, view, ambiance and service. We do hope to see you again soon. Thank you again for your 5-star review! Jacqueline Dornick, Assistant General Manager

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  8. Tina VIP

    Charlotte15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very good. The restaurant and the location are very beautiful.
    The KingstideResponded on March 9, 2025
    Tina, Thank you so much for your review! We do love the kind words. We strive for the good food, the ambiance and service! I totally agree with you that both this restaurant and the view is beautiful. So glad that you had such a wonderful dining experience. We do hope that you will visit us again so soon. Jacqueline Dornick, Assistant General Manager

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  9. Andrew VIP

    Charleston30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good, they are very accommodating for vegetarians and people with allergies, and Nicole our server was super.
    The KingstideResponded on March 9, 2025
    Andrew, Thank you so much for your review. I am so glad that the food was so good. We do try to accommodate vegetarians, vegans, celiac or any other dietary restrictions. I am so pleased to hear that Nicole was pivotal in you having such a great dining experience here with us. I will be sure to let her know. Don't forget you can ask for her each and every time you come and dine with us as well. I am sure that she will love that. Hope you come to dine with us again real soon. Jacqueline Dornick, Assistant General Manager

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress was amazing !!! The food amazing as well ! Great night at KT!
    The KingstideResponded on March 9, 2025
    Thank you for your kind words. We really do appreciate you and choosing to dine with us. I am thrilled to hear that your waitress so amazing. I do hope that you ask for her the next time you are in. I am sure that she would love that! I am so happy to hear that the food was amazing as well. Please do come back to see us again real soon. Jacqueline Dornick, Assistant General Manager

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The Kingstide is rated 4.5 stars by 1559 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 32 times today
Google Map for The Kingstide

32 River Landing Dr, Daniel Island, SC 29492

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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