The Refuge

Name: The Refuge
Address: 1517 Palm Blvd Suite A, Isle of Palms, SC, United States, 29451
Telephone: (843) 242-8934
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

606 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for brunch

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Charleston sits The Refuge in Isle of Palms. This family owned and operated venue is sure to please all.
Here at The Refuge, we take pride in pleasing the palates of locals and tourists alike. Our experienced staff stands behind the recipes on our menu, and use only the freshest ingredients to ensure an unforgettable dining experience. The coastal location of The Refuge is complimented by our modern and sophisticated design, which brings an upscale aesthetic to dining in Isle of Palms.
The Refuge offers an array of menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner to fit the schedule of any island dweller. Brunch enthusiasts can take refuge in our Weekend Tide menu, overflowing with delicious creations like baked avocado and egg, or stacks of buttermilk pancakes. With a coffee bar for coffee lovers and a restaurant for foodies,

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Daily 8:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 242-8934
Website
http://therefugeiop.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Jason Daly
Catering
The Refuge has catering services available for any type of event, from birthday parties to weddings. Our staff is prepared to help plan your customized catering menu so that you can relish in the savory tastes of our dishes. The Refuge can accommodate parties of all sizes, whether you're looking for pastries and baked goods, or a full-service meal.<br>Our brunch, lunch and dinner menus are available for you to pick items for your catered event. Choose your favorites to create a personalized taste experience for your guests to enjoy.

Location
1517 Palm Blvd, Suite A, Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Neighbourhood
Isle of Palms
Cross Street
Palm Boulevard and the IOP connector
Parking details
In the Harris Teeter Shopping Center
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

STEAKHOUSE NIGHT AT THE REFUGE EVERY TUESDAY
Multiple dates available
Choose a Rib-eye or New York Strip, among others, to indulge on alongside our array of sauces and sides. All available cuts of meat are blackened or grilled.

What 606 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
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Carolina
Neighbourhood gem
Charleston
Great for brunch
Charleston
Neighbourhood gem
Charleston
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Refuge delights with its "stellar experience" and diverse menu, offering standout dishes like "surfer bod pancakes" and "Maryland style crab cakes." Guests praise the "amazing food," with highlights such as the "best she crab soup" and "perfect prime rib." Exceptional service and live music enhance the inviting atmosphere.

606 Reviews

e
eleanor
VIP
Charleston
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
nice decor good service very good food easy parking we will be back
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Devin
Charleston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Was a perfect little place for Valentine Night Dinner
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Melissa
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great experience. Our server Jermey was attentive and was great!
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Camilla
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience - the drinks were well-made, the food was excellent, and the service was amazing.
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David
VIP
Charleston
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were outstanding, thank you! Best brunch on the island
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Lynn
VIP
Greater Boston
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch as usual-they were able to make my go-to surfer bod pancakes even though they aren’t on the menu! Bennett was a fantastic server during a busy time. Overall stellar experience as usual.
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Denny
Coastal Georgia
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have eaten here a number of times before and never been disappointed, but something was off last night. Two of the four at the table ordered the trigger fish. The sauce was so salty, it was inedible. They sent it back and settled on Caesar salads with chicken. When those came they also were way over salted too. The other two of the four meals we received (another trigger fish and a scallop) were perfectly fine. Just going to chalk it up to a bad night in the kitchen, which was a shame, because we were all celebrating a belated family Christmas since we hadn’t been able to be together at Christmas. Waite staff service was excellent as always.
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Robert
Charleston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was good but not great or even up to Charleston standards. The salmon was overcooked and dry and the risottos was not creamy but like flavored rice. The Crab Carbonara was not a true Italian Carbonara (no egg yokes & the salty crispy prosciutto ham was replaced with large chunks of fat back that was not crispy, but rather soft and fatty). It was more like pasta in a cheesy Alfredo sauce. The tuna tartare with fried wontons was very good and I would get it again. The crab dip at market price was a little surprising at the market price. It was extremely rich in nature. But the flavor was OK.
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Roger
VIP
Charleston
310 reviews
5.0
310 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always enjoy the Refuge and only wish it was closer as we live on Johns Island. The menu is full of delicious options. It was New Year’s Eve and I had the Prime Rib special, which was perfect. My wife had a special pasta dish, seafood diablo alfredo with shrimp that she loved. The crab cakes are real ‘Maryland’ style and are fantastic. Can’t wait to go back!
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Kevin
VIP
Atlanta
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and nice atmosphere with love music. We will return
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FAQs

The Refuge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 242-8934.

The Refuge is rated 4.6 stars by 606 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1517 Palm Blvd, Suite A, Isle of Palms, SC 29451

Additional information

Cross Street
Palm Boulevard and the IOP connector
Neighbourhood
Isle of Palms
Hours of Operation
Daily 8:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
In the Harris Teeter Shopping Center
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jason Daly
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://therefugeiop.com/
Phone number
(843) 242-8934
Catering
The Refuge has catering services available for any type of event, from birthday parties to weddings. Our staff is prepared to help plan your customized catering menu so that you can relish in the savory tastes of our dishes. The Refuge can accommodate parties of all sizes, whether you're looking for pastries and baked goods, or a full-service meal.<br>Our brunch, lunch and dinner menus are available for you to pick items for your catered event. Choose your favorites to create a personalized taste experience for your guests to enjoy.

The Refuge

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

STEAKHOUSE NIGHT AT THE REFUGE EVERY TUESDAY

Menu

What 606 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Refuge offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Refuge restaurant rated?

Is The Refuge currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information