Oak Steakhouse - Charleston

Fabulous steakhouse in historic district of Charleston just 1 block from the river. We came for my son’s birthday - they surprised us with special menu’s printed for him. The waiter was attentive and very knowledgeable. The restaurant is 3 levels but managed to feel intimate but not stuffy. The meal was nicely paced and everything tasted delicious. Highly recommend the rolls!!

Delicious steak and frites on the bar menu. Perfect for a small meal if you don’t require a full-sized dinner. Staff were friendly and helpful. Had great conversation with some locals and business travelers.

Amazing food and location, service is top notch. Try the oysters and bread, steaks are awesome- something about the butter!! Accommodated us in very busy weekend calling for a reservation when nothing was available. Enjoyed our server Ryan!

Oh my goodness this is the BEST steak house we have ever been to. Our server, Jackson, was friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu options. Having never tried a dry aged steak before, we definitely had questions. We let them know it was our wedding day (we eloped that afternoon!) and they had a beautiful surprise at our table. It’s a pricey place but completely worth it! Definitely a place to celebrate and make memories.

This place was so nice and very quiet and relaxing. I sat upstairs but the view of the strand other buildings was nice. The food was so good and the service was amazing. The interior was decorated so nice and very clean. They made me feel very special, and they took the time to explain the menu, and I never had to ask for anything. The waiter came around very often. I would definitely go back.

Oak Steakhouse is my favorite restaurant in Charleston I eat there every year for my birthday. The food, staff, atmosphere is amazing I just just keep coming back for more. I would love to recognize Nellie she was our waitress/ bartender she was so sweet, friendly, and very knowledgeable about the food. She took very good care of us. I highly recommend eating at Oak Steakhouse you will not regret it. It’s the best experience!!🎉🥂🍍

Came here to celebrate my wife’s 30th birthday. The food, atmosphere, and service was all perfect for the occasion. We enjoyed ribeye, oysters, market catch, and some complimentary bubbly and jalapeno corn bread.

I'm not one for naming names but Oak Steakhouse has just become my go-to for steakhouses downtown. It was my first time so I wasn't quite sure what to expect but I assumed the basics: a maitre d, a host, a coat check, ample seating, a fully stocked bar, and because we're in downtown Charleston of course old Charleston brick as a part of the internal architecture and decor. However, in addition to that when we arrived the valet was at the ready. Valet parking downtown is a godsend. It's the difference between a fancy restaurant and an exquisite one of which I believe Oak is the latter. As we entered we were greeted with all of the afore mentioned basics and then promptly seated. My server Dave was extremely kind, courteous, and knowledgeable. He made for a very relaxed and carefree evening. My first course was a winter greens salad which could have easily been an entree with its size. It was fresh and the balsamic dressing was quite tasty. For the next course I had the ribeye with mashed potatoes and asparagus. I prefer my steak medium well which can be quite challenging to prepare correctly so I was skeptical. However when it arrived and I started to get into it, it was perfect, dare I say one of the best steaks I've ever had. Flavorful, juicy, and as far as I was concerned, cooked to perfection with no steak sauce or au just needed. The mashed potatoes were creamy and consistent, the steamed asparagus was cooked just right where it was tender but yet still crunchy. So far I was thoroughly impressed. For my final course I chose the strawberry gelato. In step with the rest of my meal it too was perfect. Creamier than anything you would find in the store, comparable to French ice cream. There are other little details that you would have to see for yourself that makes it stand out from other restaurants but I highly recommend you give them a try.

Checked out a local spot right on Broad Street in the heart of Charleston’s historic district, and I have to say—it was an incredible dining experience. We were seated on the top floor, and the views alone were worth the visit. There’s something special about enjoying a great meal while overlooking such a beautiful part of the city. We started with the crab cakes as an appetizer—absolutely phenomenal. Perfectly seasoned, with just the right texture. For the main course, I went with the steak, which was cooked to perfection. It honestly didn’t even need a sauce, but I couldn’t resist trying the béarnaise, and it was a delicious complement. The real standout, though, was the macaroni and cheese. I’m not exaggerating when I say it was the best I’ve ever had in my life—creamy, rich, and unforgettable. Service was solid—just what you’d expect from a well-run establishment. Attentive without being overbearing. Overall, I would definitely recommend checking this place out. Great atmosphere, amazing food, and a true Charleston experience.

One of the best meals ever! Beautiful downtown Charleston location. Excellent service from Stefano.

Absolutely loved our dining experience at Oak Steakhouse. We opted to take advantage of the restaurant week menu, which was excellent. The best salad, wreck fish over grits, and chocolate plant butter bar were all delicious. Husband enjoyed french onion soup, the filet, and strawberry gelato. The wines by the bottle offered was an extensive list, and we were delighted to learn that bottles were half off up to $100 and $50 off over $100 on Sundays. The service was excellent, and the ambiance was perfect for my historic building loving heart. ❤️

Attended the 20th Anniversary Dinner with Chef Bacon. Chef Bacon never disappoints! The food was incredible, many off the menu items available. Wine pairings were perfect. The Oak is always a great experience, and the service can't be beat.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ As a local Charleston resident, I finally had the pleasure of dining at Oak Steakhouse, and it exceeded all my expectations! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was inviting and elegant. Our waiter, Brody, provided exceptional service, making us feel right at home with his warm demeanor and excellent recommendations. We started with the beef carpaccio, which was simply divine – a perfect blend of flavors and textures that set the tone for the rest of the meal. The steaks were cooked to perfection, tender and flavorful, and the sides were equally impressive, complementing the main course beautifully. The drinks were exquisite, adding a delightful touch to our dining experience. Oak Steakhouse has truly mastered the art of fine dining, and I can't recommend it enough. Looking forward to our next visit! The chef was amazing! @holycityfitblonde on Instagram to see all things low country.

We had the most exciting romantic dining experience at Oak Steakhouse Charleston last night. Brenda and I have been to many of the Indigo Road restaurants so our expectations for Oak were set high and we were given service, food and ambiance that far exceeded our already high expectations. We were seated at great table by hostess Isabella and the vibe we felt was well dressed happy customers enjoying there Martinis and cocktails in an elegant town house build out. Many of the the customers on the first floor might then go upstairs later for a quieter dining experience, although we liked the exciting first floor bar area the best. Speaking of Martinis, our server Chris brought Kettle Martinis perfectly mixed dry by our bartender who was at the top of her game last night. Oysters Rock and Parker Rolls started us off. For main course I had the 16oz Ribeye medium rare and Brenda had the Steak Frites both perfectly cooked and plated. For a fun side we shared Onion Rings (best we ever had) finishing with Cappuccino Coffee and Creme Brulée. Manager Jayton who runs the whole show came over to make sure we were ok. We highly recommend Oak Steakhouse in Charleston where Steve Palmer and Indigo Road Hospitality have hit a home run for great service and gourmet food in an ultra high end romantic setting.

Exceptional service from Oak Steakhouse! Despite a kitchen fire interrupting our dining experience, the staff went the extra mile to secure a last-minute reservation at their sister restaurant. Not only that, but they generously covered our bill to ensure we were taken care of. Their dedication to customer satisfaction has earned them a lifelong customer in me. I’ll gladly recommend Oak Steakhouse to anyone visiting Charleston, and I’ll definitely be back whenever I’m in town again. Thank you for turning a potential disappointment into a memorable dining experience!

Great dining experience for our group of 7. A few dozen oysters to start, steaks, and several sides shared for the table. One of my favorite Ribeyes in town. Location makes for easy walk to nearby bars for a drink after dinner. Attentive service again and again keeps us coming back!

Had an awesome time for my husbands Birthday. The steak was AMAZING! Apps, sides and drinks were also great too. Will definitely be coming back!

We walked in expecting that there is no possible way a steak can be good not being in the midwest. We had an amazing steak in a great atmosphere and our waiter Chris was excellent. Highly recommended!!

Fantastic attentive service. Loved that we didn't have to wait long for our wine or entrees. Ryan, our waiter even laughed at my Dad Jokes with no eye rolling. Ribeye was seasoned and grilled to perfection.

What a great experience, true southern hospitality. I popped in for a nice dinner before leaving to work some music festivals. When I'm working festivals I eat sandwiches for days on end and sleep in a tent, so this was a "treat myself" night. Sophia the bartender was an absolute gem. She greeted me along with every guest that sat down with a warm and welcoming smile. She was extremely prompt and was "johny on the spot" with whatever anyone asked for. When I'm not traveling working festivals (I am a Bar Manager for the festivals) I work at 2 local dive bars in town. I am no stranger to what it takes to get good service and unfortunately, I tend to get dealt a bad hand when it comes to going out in regards to receiving good service. Sophia, you rock! I hope you are valued at Oak and they know how lucky they are to have you. I look forward to my next visit. Keep up the good work Sophia and Oak Steakhouse as a whole. The food was phenomenal, but I wanted to spotlight Sophia specifically because she deserves it. 11/10!

I just have to say we had such an amazing experience and the best food tonight. We aren’t one to leave reviews often but tonight was just awesome. Ryan gave excellent service, their new manager, James was so attentive all around the restaurant. Like seriously no complaints for a great dinner, especially on such a slammed night for Valentines Day.

Absolute top tier service! The food was amazing! We were having a small celebration and OS joined the joy and celebrated with us; which only elevated the experience. I had the prime-rib cooked to perfection, lobster Mac and cheese did not disappoint, the sautéed mushrooms were delicious and the corn bread was divine. Everything was fabulous the free valet, the atmosphere, drinks. Next time I’m in Charleston I’ll be seeing you, Thank you so much!

Absolutely amazing birthday dinner!! The waiter was so nice and attentive. First they brought us champagne and then a menu with my name on it wishing me a Happy Birthday and an extra side plus complimentary dessert 🍮! Best steak ever! Even better than Halls. Would highly recommend

We had a fantastic experience at Oak. The food was excellent from start to finish—thoughtfully prepared, flavorful, and beautifully presented. What really made the night stand out, though, was our server, Eric. He was attentive without being overbearing, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely made us feel welcome, very personable. We’ll absolutely be back and will be asking for Eric again. Highly recommend!

Fantastic meal at Oak. The food was excellent from start to finish, thoughtful, flavorful, and beautifully done. Eric was outstanding, friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive without hovering, and he really elevated the experience. We felt genuinely welcome and well taken care of all night. We’ll absolutely be back and will ask for him again. Highly recommend.

Great place. Some restaurants surprise you to the good or bad. Oak's strength is it's consistency. I haven't eaten there often and probably get the same thing every time. But if I'm wanting a steak and spinach I know it will be perfect. It's not cheap but if it was you wouldn't want it. I will point out that a glass of wine was around $25. A bit pricey. Had it been $19, I would have had another. But pricing is their decision. Neighbood was very dark outside. Parking kind of hard. Felt safe walking 2 blocks in the dark but a little light would have made the sidewalks and streets easier to navigate. For a special occasion for a meat eater, it's perfect. Not sure what a vegetarian would have. Toast I guess.

Oak Steakhouse on Broad Street delivers an exceptional dining experience—phenomenal food, perfectly cooked steaks, and a refined yet welcoming atmosphere that fits Charleston beautifully. Our server Eric was outstanding and truly elevated the night with attentive, friendly service that made it an amazing night. A must have along with your steak is the mac and cheese and oyster rockefellers!!

Came for Restaurant Week because everyone always talks about Oak, and I had to see the hype for myself. I was very pleased and impressed. The oysters were perfect, but the NY strip was on another level. So tender and juicy. Easily the best steak I’ve had in a while. The real star of the night was our waiter, Chris. He was joyful, on point, and genuinely fun to be served by, which made the experience even better. I’m glad Restaurant Week gave me the push to finally try Oak, especially with such great course options. I’ll definitely be back.

First time trying this place out and overall was a good experience. Our waiter was phenomenal! Gave us a run down of the menu and what he’d recommend trying out. The oysters, although baked, were still raw and cool on the inside. The steaks were pretty good but honestly I’ve had better for less. Steak itself really didn’t have any seasoning flavor besides the sauce I ordered with it. For the price paid, I wouldn’t say it was worth it.

Ryan was a great waiter! Drinks were fantastic, the bread was fluffy and warm. The best brussel sprouts I’ve ever had! The filet was extremely average and we didn’t care for the jalapeño cornbread. The service was great and high end. We enjoyed our time and meal overall.

We were celebrating our 13 year Wedding Anniversary. The restaurant was Nice! Very upscale and nice for special occasions. The pork Belly was good. The wedge salad was delicious. My steak was decent. Scallop was delicious. My hubby had a NY Strip, it was cooked perfect. Mine was a little too well done. I did not get an $80 portion of food!!! The black eye peas were disgusting! We sent them back. They were Hard and under cooked. Sam our waiter was Awesome! He did an amazing job! The classic sundae was Delicious!! Very good quality ice cream and toppings. Drink was good to! Made perfect. This was definitely a one night stand type restaurant. Based on price and portion we will not go back!

We had dinner here while on a business trip. A local recommended Oak to us. We were disappointed. All three steaks were the wrong temp. We only sent one back and it was still not exact. We usually visit Hall’s but they were full, so we gave Oaks a try. The atmosphere was cute. The servers were friendly. There was a sticky spot on our table when we sat down. The food should be better for the prices charged.

First, the service was amazing from the moment I initially made our large reservation to the moment our server introduced himself. The hostesses were always kind and super understanding when our party size changed slightly on the day of. Our server was also friendly and made us feel very welcome. We were a large party and unfortunately over half of us all had issues with our food arriving to the table luke warm. At that point we were all so hungry we dealt with it but for the price point would have liked everything to have been hot and fresh out of the kitchen. I did enjoy the dark and moody vibe but food just didn’t live up.

I've been looking forward to going to this place for quite some time having passed it everyday. We were accommodated without a reservation granted it was a Monday night which is slow so I expected an incredible experience it was the exact opposite. First they don't give you bread for the table you must pay for it in fact you never offered it I had to ask and was informed of such. The prices in this place are comparable to the other well-known steakhouse in Charleston that starts with the letter "H". But based on the differences between the two places this place I think is more of a tourist spot or an overflow when the other steakhouse does not have reservations. The crowd was quite elderly and fairly quiet. Well I could tell you that the ribeye I ordered was charred on the outside nicely but cold and more rare than I had asked for. The mac and cheese with bacon taste its like someone added wood chips to the meal because it was so smoky I felt like I was sitting near a fire. The shrimp cocktail look like they came from Costco which is the one picture on the right. Interestingly that same night I went to the other Steakhouse to get a proper shrimp cocktail which were jumbo and delicious. The drinks were on point but odd that they list the ingredients and then charge for a margarita with tequila?...For the price I cannot say I would recommend this place they were equally expensive if not more than the other steakhouse. The server who will remain nameless was amazing and overcompensated for a lot of the shortcomings that we experienced. Cannot recommend this place.

The filet, mashed potatos, crab butter, and truffle butter were beyond yummy. Steaks perfectly cooked. We sat on the 2nd level ans overlooked the hostess stand. Speaking of hostess, our table wasn't ready for 20 min after arrival. She wasn't apologetic. There were 2 open tables downstairs that we got kicked off of by her as they were reserved. Needless to say, they were unoccupied the entire time. On a positive note, our server was a sweetie. Wish I could remember his name but very attentive.

We went for Easter brunch. First, I want to say that the service was exceptional. Only one out of four of us enjoyed our brunch. We had shrimp and grits, French omelette, French toast and eggs Benedict. The shrimp and grits tasted fishy, the French omelette was awful - the egg was overcooked, dry, hard, lukewarm at best. It was filled only with dry/chewy mushrooms (literally nothing else). The mushrooms tasted like they were dehydrated and then rehydrated. Served with a side salad that had nothing in it but lettuce and oil. Eggs Benedict was good, but was so small that it was more like an appetizer rather than a main course. The French toast was good, but tasted like regular French toast with syrup and blackberries. Nothing was served with the entrees sides were add-ons. Overall, prices did not match the quality of food that was served. We were extremely disappointed. Steak prices seemed way overpriced compared to other high-end restaurants downtown. Probably won't go back, ever...

Well, my long awaited birthday dinner at Oak Steakhouse ended in tragic disappointment. Not at all the experience I expected. First of all, my server decided he was gonna give me the Restaurant week entrees when I clearly ordered directly from the à la carte menu and I specifically pointed to the à la carte menu when ordering. Appetizer salad was nothing impressive and mostly wilted lettuce. The steak was “barely” average and one of the worst I’ve had in quite some time. No flavor whatsoever, hardly warm on my plate, so much so, my truffle butter had to be spread on my meat and never even melted on my steak!!! SMH The side of macaroni & cheese, was again, nothing special at all, plain tasting and could’ve did better with Kraft macaroni and cheese. And the sautéed onions weren’t sautéed at all don’t be fooled…there were barely cooked, with mostly raw centers, so much so again, I could taste onions on my breath the rest of the night! Disgusting. And to cap off the evening, my peanut butter pie was just OK and the chocolate ganache on top was still so hard and frozen I actually had to use a knife to cut it???!!! This place was a tremendous disappointment, and rest assured, I will not be returning with any of my guests ever again. Some of these restaurants in downtown Charleston really start to neglect the attention to detail and service. They live off their previous good reviews, but they don’t treat you in a manner that matches the incredibly expensive price tag they charge for the food! It’s criminal in my opinion. Thanks a lot Oak Steakhouse for the “not so” birthday wishes.

Highly disappointed. 8pm reservation, and we didn't receive our entrees until 10pm. Oak salad - very tangy dressing - not great. Oysters were very small. We ordered several sides, and they were just ok. I will say my filet was very good and cooked perfectly. HOWEVER, my husband got the wagyu ribeye and half of it was fat. That was probably the most disappointing. Our server was GREAT though. We typically go to Halls, this was our first time at Oak - and we will stick with Halls going forward. At basically the same prices, Halls quality is just far superior.

We came from out of town yesterday , a party of 6 and brought our friends with us. One of the couples just celebrated their 10 year anniversary so we wanted to make sure we took them somewhere really nice. We were seated right away which was a plus, our server Eric G. didn’t take long to come introduced himself which was also a plus, BUT our server seemed as though he really didn’t care to wait on us. When asked about bread service he just pointed to the menu and quickly walked off. Any questions that we had we had to run him down about because he simply just didn’t want to wait us for whatever reason( I think I have the answer to it). My friend ask for a tea but didn’t like it so she exchanged it for a coke but we still got charged for it. For appetizers we had the jalapeño cornbread, raw oysters that were really small and beef belly. Our food came it was just ok we ordered a steak it was burned on the top, I had the Local Market Catch which was flavorful but a very small portion for the price. We also ordered dessert and that probably was the best thing we had, upon leaving my friend ask could she get a coke to go and the server looked at her with a blank stare and stated “what do you mean, we don’t have Togo drinks or anything to put a drink in”. I was completely flabbergasted at this point because what restaurant doesn’t have Togo drinks or cups? Our bill ended up being close to $650 including the gratuity and trust me we do fine dining all the time and never spent no where near this and the food, service everything was much better, with that being said we will not be returning!!!

Our experience at Oak Steakhouse was Terrible! The Waiter (Eric G) was terrible, the food was just basic and overpriced. My girlfriend and I took our 2 friends there for their 10th Anniversary. We had 2 Steaks, 2 local Market Catches (Fish), 1 dozen oysters, Beef Belly, jalapeño corn bread, lobster Mac N Cheese, Creamed Spinach, 2 Old Fashions, a lemon drop martini. 2 ice teas and 1 coke. My bill was $646.73 • That's Insane! The subtotal was $485.00. The Gratuity was automatically added in ($97.00 ) and the taxes were $64.73. We often go to nice restaurants but this is No Where Near a Fine Dining Experience! Oh yeah, they charge for every little thing. Example: I asked for steak sauce, it was $2.00 for not even a ramekin of sauce. They are Super A la carte! One of our guests asked for a Coke to go and the waiter said they don't to go cups for carry out drinks. This restaurant is the worst !