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Food left me speechless.
I can sit here and go over but I want to talk about the innovation that was put into the food. Of course it was good but you can't even put a number on it. You will just have to try it. Worth every penny plus a tip. I didn't really get alcohol but if you want to pair things they have a Somme there for you. The service was top notch even got to speak to the owner. The ambiance matched everything. This was an experience while eating and being served. Just go.
I have had a top three list for a long time and this has
I have had a top three list for a long time and this has definitely won itself in top two. We went for a birthday dinner and was pleasantly surprised by the professionalism of the establishment throughout. Food was completely out of this world, kudos to the chef
Very disappointing
Lovely ambience & staff but…. sadly, nothing was a “wow”, interesting or delicious. The shrimp & tilefish tasted “old”, even “off”, the potted radish was off putting. Charleston has SO many fabulous restaurants, this is not in that league. Head to Lowland Tavern for mouth watering and innovative or SNOB!
I love to eat.
I love to be entertained. Amazing when I can find both. We dined here for an anniversary dinner. We were seated by candlelight on a porch overlooking a walled-in garden. Not only was it romantic, but it also proved the perfect setting to enjoy a full course meal where the amuse bouche and appetizer courses were crafted to appear as plants and other elements of nature. Every course was a treat and the flavor combinations were unusual but satisfying. The staff made us feel special. We laughed, we cried...well you get it.... What a wonderful night!
This was the best dining experience I have had in
This was the best dining experience I have had in Charleston and top 5 I have had ever. I'm comparing this against Michelin star restaurants too. The presentation is amazing, food tastes amazing, service amazing, and overall ambiance is great. If there is one weakness, I would say the bar menu, but the bartender herself is amazing. Overall, this is my new favorite restaurant in Charleston and it brings such a wow factor. The caviar was a big portion and totally worth it. I can't wait to try their new restaurant costa!
Stunning experience last night with Zero George's dynamic
Stunning experience last night with Zero George's dynamic tasting menu. The best way to describe the evening is euphoria. The only way to approach the tasting menu is to include the wine pairings. While there are other offerings such as truffles, caviar, and wagyu we chose to commit to the dedicated tasting menu without any additionals. It was incredible from start to finish. There's rarely a moment where you are not interacting with the sommelier or other staff. They are super attentive without being in your face. Each bite we had was sublime. To say this was a memorable experience would even be an understatement. If choosing this tasting menu, go in with an open mind and try everything. Some items certainly took the cake but all were quite impressive. The overall ambiance of the restaurant is very warm and welcoming. I think next time I will commit to the caviar experience. I can only imagine!
An amazingly creative and excellent dining experience! The
An amazingly creative and excellent dining experience! The atmosphere is relaxed but the food preparation and service is Michelin star-worthy. Get a reservation and don't think twice.
Amazing food
Me and my wife loved this place on our recent visit to Charleston. We choose to do the tasting menu we are so happy we did. The food was all amazing. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable of everything. We will surely return to this restaurant again next time we are in Charleston it’s a must go
An Experience Not To Be Repeated
This is a dining experience you will not forget nor would we repeat. The food was well presented but over the top. Zero is impressed with itself, the staff demonstrates it in their demeanor, and the cost. Multiple small courses (I think about 12).
Overpriced ($500 for 2 people) but very very good.
Ambience isn't the greatest either for the price but the food and service were excellent
We enjoyed this amazing "tasting" menu, great service, in a
We enjoyed this amazing "tasting" menu, great service, in a lovely setting, we also added as an option caviar tasting with Japanese vodka. All beautiful and delish. The reason I'm giving this two stars is that this tasting menu is a rushed experience. You have about two hours to get through an enormous amount of wonderful food and really no time to enjoy the flavors and company you're with. When I'm dropping nearly $900 for a birthday dinner I don't want to be rushed. That must be fixed.
An experience!
This was an experience! We went as a group of girls arranged by a friend, not knowing what to expect. I believe we had 13 courses, all intricately prepared and explained to us. Most of them absolutely delicious! It was a pricey night but worth the experience. Very cute ambience.
Rushed... the experience is more than simply the food consumption!
The staff were all exceptionally friendly and accommodating. The food was beautiful and the tasting menu was an eclectic palate teaser for sure! The wine pairings were lovely… (Except the one cider we didn’t like that one.) I would’ve loved to give this restaurant 5 stars but I am only giving it 4. Both my partner and I left, feeling extremely rushed throughout our entire meal, to the point of having indigestion. For the high price tag on this experience, we felt extremely rushed. I understand that the food was coming out at set times but strongly encourage the chef to consider making it a three hour experience rather than two. We added the caviar experience on ($45 each), as I absolutely adore caviar. The way it was served was a dollop on our hand and it became a caviar shooter! Not an enjoyable way to do caviar we would prefer to take small bites and enjoy sipping on vodka rather than doing it like a tequila shot! Interesting experience, but again felt like we were just being rushed so they can get the next plates on the table. I do not recommend adding the caviar onto the tasting menu due to this approach. They do not give you extra time they just make you consume quicker. We were never without food on the table or drinks. They just kept bringing more and we didn't even have time to finish what we had before us. We spent close to $1,000 just for the two of us. This experience could’ve been outstanding, but we both left feeling a little disappointed for the rushed feeling of the entire 2 hours and 20 minutes. Again, I strongly recommend making the experience longer, allowing people to enjoy the moment and process their food in between servings.
It was a magical experience from the start.
We walked in during a light drizzle and peeked into the kitchen as we stepped across the dimly lit courtyard, then passed through a glass door that opened up to a quaint patio, and the a beautifully cozy interior. We were seated in the patio and felt like it was the perfect setting for an anniversary dinner. Our server, Ray, was charming and enthusiastic about the menu and chef's offerings. The menu is prix-fixe and it made trying new cuisines very easy. Our palates were challenged and we enjoyed the caviar addition to our menu. For an additional $45, you can have royal ossetra caviar "bumps", followed by a shot of Nikka vodka from Japan. You can also upgrade your menu by adding the wagyu entree instead of their current offering, for $95. The only reason I'm giving this 4 stars is because I felt that several options were a bit underwhelming for the value. It was incredibly hard for me to do this but I'm basing my decision off of the dishes in the "middle" where I felt that there was a dip in flavor and the flavors didn't marry well together. For example, the hamachi with rhubarb jelly and pickled radish- the different tastes didn't seem like they worked well together. In addition to this, the pork belly was delicious but I didn't feel that it was a suitable option for such an elevated cost. Given that we could only choose from the included pork belly or $95 wagyu per person. Additionally, I was more impressed by the name of the pink bumblebee tomato, instead of the actual taste. We didn't do the wine pairing but ordering the non alcoholic drinks and some with alcohol. I wasn't a fan of the raspberry cocktail due to the strong and bitter taste, but the server was kind enough to take it back and bring me their Prosecco. I can't remember the name of it, but it was perfect. Not too sweet and dry enough. Regarding all of the positives, however...the starters and dessert blew us away. The cigar with A5 wagyu with smoke mushroom... incredible. The century (quail) egg that was soaked in yuzu for an extended period of time, the fois gras buñuelo sprinkled with dots of passion fruit, the "frozen summer garden" experience and flavor, the sheep's milk sorbet with lime and the coconut tees leche with "honeycomb" meringue were TO DIE FOR. Those dishes truly made the experience top notch. Our server was equally as passionate about the food as our chef was. He was exceptionally kind and knowledgeable. He made us feel special by acknowledging that while he couldn't place my requested rose petals on the table for our celebration, he was able to have our "celebrity chef" sign a menu for us and wrote "Happy Anniversary". I'd honestly visit once again just to see what creative offerings the chef has come up with. A minor side note- guest services at the hotel answered our question quite rudely when we tried to ask to be connected to the restaurant so that we could attempt to move our reservation to a later time. He stated "Well, nobody is answering the phone because the restaurant is in operation." Despite that minor bump in the road prior to our arrival, we loved the quick and efficient service that was offered at the actual restaurant. Everyone was incredibly attentive to our table. They offered a smile each time and our waters were never empty. Please give them a visit if you're ever in town.
Please see my Yelp review below: Have you ever found
Please see my Yelp review below: Have you ever found yourself saying, "you know, I've had some good fois gras and never really liked fois gras...but this ... this was amazing"? No? Just me then? Ok. That was my first inkling that the food was going to exceed any expectations I had. There are many components to a meal at Zero George that should each be considered. First; it is a tasting menu only. If you do not have an open mind and a wide ranging appreciation for flavors- some that you might think you wouldn't like if you picked for yourself, you may want to look elsewhere for a special occasion place. Secondly, if you don't want to spend 4-7 hundred dollars on a meal, you will not want to come here either. It is more than just pricy- it is exorbitant. However, if a unique, once in a lifetime palate experience in the most beautiful garden setting imaginable is something you think is worth the cost: you're right and should come to Zero George. The next consideration is how incredible the service is; I've rarely experienced anything like it. Hospitality taken to its natural zenith by people who believe in the mission of bringing you an unforgettable experience. And finally - the food and beverage. I know many people find conceptual dining experiences to seem pretentious based on the words chosen to describe the dishes but sometimes a meal is ethereal and playful and that's just that! This was one of those meals. I feel that way even though there were two dishes that simply were not for me. (Pork belly and potted plant.) First, the snacks. The frozen spring garden was fun and playful and silly and tasted amazing. A deeply frozen some thing or other wrapped around by a leaf; you blow out through your nose while eating and it starts you off on a lighthearted note. Opens up your mind and mouth! The oyster was good, it was an oyster lol. Pea custard on a crisp - yum! The potted plant was a radish with quinoa and some kind of butter and it was.. fine. The next round of snacks started to bring the flavors to a new level. The tartar cigar with dehydrated mushroom "ash" packed a lot of fun and camp into a small plate, the crab donut was more complex than I could've imagined, but their take on a "century" egg was my favorite of all the small plates! Smoked roe on top- so yummy. However, the buñelo was what was most surprising to me, since I typically flatly dislike fois gras but couldn't stop eating this one with its passionfruit gel complements. We opted into the caviar experience- I hadn't had caviar before and knew if I wanted to get the real taste I'd better try it here. So very glad I did. Much more flavor than just salt; savory and interesting- and the vodka cleanser went down so smoothly. The main plates started off strong and peaked, for me, with the octopus dish. The hamachi was so fresh -sharp and sweet- but you really do have to eat it atop the rice crisp accompaniment to get the most of it. The pink bumblebee tomatoes with their cream and seaweed was lick-your-plate-clean good, so the flat bread they send out with it comes in handy to sop all the goodness up! I enjoyed the pork belly enough but it was simply eclipsed by the genuine joy I felt with the octopus. I will say the paired wine enhanced my experience of the pork belly, as did getting a bit of each component of the dish together all at once for a full bite. The octopus, though, I actually don't think I have the requisite vocabulary to express how incredible it was. Octopus is another dish I've never had and I'm so glad my first exposure was here, the banana ...remoulade(? I can't remember but it was a sauce on the side) made it all another lick the plate flavor. The sheep's milk sorbet was a great palate cleanser, very sharp and the meyer lemon was sweeter than the the other berry flavor! The dessert? It's never left the menu and never will. The chef's take on tres leches with crisped honeycomb and the wine pairing will not soon leave my memory. Sweet, crispy, light, creamy... just perfection in a bowl. All the plates are small but by the end of the meal I was so stuffed I could hardly finish. A note on the cocktails: the old fashioned is maybe overpriced but it was a solid and refreshing, classic and traditional old fashioned. The rest were delicious (that we had, a suite sour and a gin drink I can't remember the name of!) and I think priced appropriately. We only had two wine glasses that were intentionally paired with the dishes (did not opt for the full pairing), however, based on how perfectly the flavors were enhanced by the flavors of the wine: we missed out and will next time certainly be choosing the pairing experience as well. If you're looking for a one of a kind experience, do come here. And a disclaimer! You will likely not have the same dishes I had, as they change their menu seasonally (and sometimes weekly!) led by the chef's current vision.
Foody
Great tasting menu. The breakfasts were also superb. Staff were friendly and accommodating. The atmosphere was quiet and sedate.
Must try Charleston experience.
Excellent meal in a small intimate setting. Tasting menu was exceptional, well on par with two and three star Michelin experiences that we have enjoyed. What made the night even better was the entire staff, all of whom took time to explain the unique courses and also visited for short periods between courses offering information about the town and other venues we should try. This showed confidence in their own fare and made the overall evening even better. Kudos as well to the chefs for the fresh choices and fantastic techniques displayed throughout the meal.
Got sick after eating quail eggs
I got violently ill from the quail eggs. I was certain they were the culprit since my husband did not eat them. I ran to bathroom after 4th course. Manager was told and was not very nice.
Wow! This place is as good as people rave! Looking for a
Wow! This place is as good as people rave! Looking for a special night or a splurge? Come here! You will not be disappointed! Ideal setting. Totally Charleston. The staff is wonderful!!! And the food is yummmmmm! We were here for the caviar bar. Four of us, 2 orders to share. Each order comes with: 2 Oz of caviar, lemon cheeks, 1 perfectly cooked soft egg, creme fresh, chives, potato chips, an brioche "sticks". Lots to try and sample. If you don't go to the caviar bar, they do have table service. They bring a tray with caviar and vodka. Looked to be a generous Oz bump off your hand (the best way in my opinion) followed by a vodka shot. Of course you can always order this at the caviar bar too. Tip: Make a reservation well in advance.
A Great and Creative Meal
This was our third trip to Zero Restaurant and Bar. I would very highly recommend this place with two caveat (which aisle detail below parentheses. While expensive, it is a true culinary experience; every bit as good or better than many of the highest rated restaurants in New York City and cheaper. The setting is charming, although I would strongly recommend eating outside rather than inside, weather permitting. The staff is extremely friendly, attentive, and professional. The chef is extremely inventive, but even the most unusual dishes just taste good! (unlike some restaurants where inventiveness eclipses taste). For wine lovers, I would recommend getting the accompanying glasses of wine. We have always gotten the lower priced option (of two). The wines have always been good, and chosen carefully to accompany each course (even sake to accompany a Japanese-oriented course-great match!). Now for the caveats: the kitchen is unwilling to vary the courses depending upon food dislikes. This has not posed a problem for me, but has on each occasion we have dined there resulted in my wife not eating a course or part of a course. As there is always cumulatively a good deal of food, and as she does not have a huge appetite, this has not been a problem for us, but it might be for some. Second, as others have indicated, this is not a place to go if you do not have several hours to enjoy and savor the food. I believe that the pacing of the presentation of the courses is good, but the sheer number of courses means a long meal Overall, this is an excellent culinary experience. For devoted foodies, this is a must-do in Charleston
a truly exceptional catered experience.
the tasting menu was a masterpiece. the flavors as well as the presentation goes beyond 5 stars. Knowledgeable service and the sommelier was so informative and guided us thru the meal. It's also located in the most charming Charleston boutique property.
A celebration for the palate
What an experience and palate celebration! Every bite was excellent not only in terms of taste but also visually. The server asked which one was my favorite but I simply couldn’t pick one because there was so much heavenly food. The tuna tartare cigar was definitely one of the best appetizers I’ve ever had. The atmosphere, service, and overall experience were outstanding.
Spectacular Culinary Experience
The whole experience of the tasting menu at Zero was nothing short of spectacular. The food was delicious, inventive, and beautifully presented. The service was among the best we have ever experienced. The venue was lovely. Everything about this dining experience was memorable and delightful.
Mind blowing experience here doing the caviar taste thing
Mind blowing experience here doing the caviar taste thing and also getting to sample some of the other stuff from the tasting menu like the wagyu which was out of this world. Cant wait to come back!
Absolutely fantastic and unique experience.
The presentation is creative and incredible and the food is bursting with flavor. We will definitely be back.
The tasting menu is composed of 13 courses, the first five
The tasting menu is composed of 13 courses, the first five are small bites. You start with a liquid nitrogen frozen herb ball in a leaf (very cool experience, you have steam coming out of your nose and mouth), followed by an oyster (not my favorite bite, I thought the flavors were an odd combination and did not work together well), foie gras on a cracker (second favorite bite of the meal), raw tuna cigar, smoked salmon cream bunuelo and a prosciutto croquette (third favorite bite).After these bites come the bigger dishes, starting with raw beef and a rice cracker. I enjoyed this course, the passionfruit was a nice addition, but it lacked overall flavor. Next were the chestnut ravioli which were extremely good and I think is just a fabulous dish. This was followed by swordfish served with a salted roll (similar to an Asian bun with more flour). The swordfish itself was underwhelming and had a slightly fishy aftertaste (not usual for swordfish in my experience), but dipping the bread in the sauce it came in was divine. They could just serve the sauce and bread without the swordfish and it would still be a fantastic dish. The last savory course was the red deer and this was the best bite of the meal. It came with beets, which were nice, but did not add much, but the meat was so supremely tender. I cannot say enough good things about the red deer.The last two courses were dessert. The first was a sheep's milk sorbet which was sour and refreshing. The last dish was a tres leches (coconut mousse in a coconut husk) with honey comb and was very pleasant. The service was top notch (as you would expect) and the ambiance is cozy and welcoming. I would recommend trying the restaurant if you are in the area and are celebrating a special occasion or just want to treat yourself.
Incredible
One of the best dinners I’ve ever had. We did the 7 course tasting menu and everything was next level. The starter snacks alone blew us away. Each dish was unique and amazing and best venison I’ve ever had.
Unique, Delicious and Fun
Excellent experience! We were full by our 3rd course. The presentation was incredibly unique and added to the whole experience. Then layer into the experience that each bite was DELICIOUS! The team was intentional and we were never left without some part of the experience being brought to us. Drinks were well paired and suggestions appreciated. This was a few hours of dining experience and fun discussion inducing foods. Worth the cost and time.
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