After a week in Savannah and Charleston, we were getting a little weary of dining out, but we were still anticipating our dinner at Circa 1886. It proved to be a wonderful dining experience. The carriage house looks very inviting and the dining room has a quiet, cosy atmosphere. The servers are very attentive and anticipate your every need with... more

We dined in the garden for a romantic dinner. It was exceptional in every way from beginning to end. The garden was a beautiful setting for a spring evening. All of the staff was friendly and nice but out waiter Doug was the best. We enjoyed all of the courses and each was amazing. Eating out is one of our... more

I have lived in Charleston for 10 years and have somehow "missed" Circa 1886 so far! In a city with so many nice restaurants one is sometimes spoiled for choice! My wife and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at Circa 1886 last week. We were both extremely impressed. Frankly I can find no fault with our "dining experience". Both food... more

I live in Charleston and love that there are so many great restaurants. I had heard about Circa 1886 since I had moved here, making its way on so many "Best of Charleston" lists. So, needless to say, with all this hype I was very excited to partake in their anniversary special (4 courses for $49). I went with three... more

Good food...weird atmosphere... more

I've lived in Charleston for years, but I never had the opportunity to eat at Circa 1886 until recently. I'm kicking myself for waiting so long to eat at such a lovely restaurant. I was not only impressed by the ambiance, but also the impeccable service and outstanding food. The restaurant is quaint and really accentuates the historic charm that... more

This restaurant was recommended by a couple whose wedding we are attending in July. It turned out to be a wonderful dining experience we will never forget, and we will return again. The wait staff was excellent. Our server answered all questions about the menu we asked with exact detail. The menu changes four times a year, so if you... more

Having dined the night before at the Woodlands Resort in Summerville, Sc, it was a poor contest and Circa 1886 lost. Very expensive (over $250 for three with no wine). Atmosphere is very nice and elegant. Staff is exceptional but the food in strange. Grilled catfish with basil hollandaise sauce? I don't think so. Chilled chipotle gazpacho that looked like... more

We had heard a lot about this restaraunt. It was even listed on some of the local stores' not to miss lists. However, we were disappointed. The restaraunt was cliche couture food. Too much experimentation, not enough actual thought into what one enjoys eating. The salads were too experimental (I hate foam!) and the soups also seemed to have little... more