Charleston Dining District

Welcome Chef de Cuisine Kevin Getzewich to Indaco

At Indaco, the menu changes with the season, and fall means some delicious additions to the menu. Newly appointed chef de cuisine Kevin Getzewich is bringing his talent and expertise to create an autumn line up that can't be missed.

 

Kevin Getzewich worked with executive chef Michael Perez to create a new fall menu that captures the flavors and essence of the Lowcountry. Perez focuses on seasonality and sustainability when creating his menus, and Getzewich combines his extensive knowledge of the region's product with unique recipe ideas to create a stunning seasonal menu. Some of the new items include a rendition of customer favorite, the burrata, made with pumpkin, spiced nuts, Honeycrisp apples, farinata and basil, Brussels sprout pizza topped with apple, ricotta, dark honey and coppa, duck triangolini with foie gras, cranberry mostarda, duck rinds and rutabaga, as well as a red wine radiatori with oxtail sugo and carrot.

 

Indaco is open Sunday-Thursday from 5pm-10pm, Friday & Saturday 5pm-close with the bar open late & pizza served until midnight. 

 

Ristorante LIDI Is Now Serving Lunch

LIDI is a refreshing place to sit, relax and enjoy a mid day lunch with friends, family or business colleagues. The warm and inviting interior makes you feel right at home and the quaint outdoor seating makes for a pleasurable dining experience.

Enjoy pastas, grinders, fresh salads and there is a frittata of the day-try the spinach, feta cheese with sun dried tomatoes!  LIDI is now open for lunch Monday - Friday from 11:30 - 2:00' lunch is available for dine in, take out or delivery. Call LIDI at 843-471-1597.

Ristorante LIDI is located at 901 Island Park Drive in Daniel Island.

Ristorante LIDI Daniel Island First Anniversary Celebration 4 - 6:00 pm

Join us at Ristorante LIDI this Thursday March 5 from
4 - 6 p.m. to toast our first anniversary. We'll serve complimentary beer, wine, specialty cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and giveaways.

Chef Butchie O, Manager Travis James, Ristorante LIDI staff and many of our favorite regulars will be there to celebrate one year of great food, drinks and experiences on Daniel Island. 

Click here to reserve your post-party table online, or call us at (843) 471-1597. 



Takeout and delivery now available for at-home dining.

Coming up... Lunch at LIDI. Monday - Friday 11:30 - 2:00. Begins March 10.

Welcome home to Ristorante LIDI, Little Italy Daniel Island. 

Indaco Hosts Cru Night in Charleston on October 15th

 Indaco on Upper King Street will be hosting a Cru Night in Charleston on October 15th. Restaurants across the country will be participating in this month's Cru Night by pouring glasses of delicious Falesco Montiano Merlot. 

 

Enjoy Indaco's traditional Italian cuisine set in a trendy, loft type space. Pair one of their signature pasta dishes with the wine of the night. Don't miss out! Call 843.727.1228 to make your reservation today. 

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Discover Ristorante LIDI on Daniel Island during Restauraurant Week 2014

Ristorante LIDI is offering a 3 Course Prix Fixe Menu for Restaurant Week Sept. 3-14. Come out to Daniel Island and discover the fine tastes of Italy.

Three Course Prix Fixe Dinner $30

INSALATA

Mixed Green Salad: locally sourced lettuces, shaved carrots, fennel and red onion with oregano vinaigrette

Caesar Salad: chopped romaine hearts, house-made caesar dressing, foccacia croutons and shaved parmegiano

SECONDI

Spaghetti Bolognese: slow cooked chicken and veal bolognese

Tagliatelle al Pesto: tossed with a sun-dried tomato and walnut pesto

Tuscan Chicken: grilled or seared 100% natural Springer Mountain Farms half chicken served over farro salad

DOLCI
Buttermilk Panna Cotta: buttermilk infused italian custard served with seasonal coulis and berries

Cannoli: two sicilian mini cannoli filled w/blend of mascapone and riccota cheese and finished with powdered sugar and chocolate chips

Visit Ristorante LIDI at 901 Island Park Drive, Daniel Island, open Tuesday - Sunday 4 pm for cocktails, 5 pm for dinner, 4 - 10 T/W/TH, 4-11 pm F/S and 4 - 9 pm on Sunday. Click here to view Restaurant Week Menu.

 

 

Indaco Launches Aperitivo, A New Daily Cocktail Hour

 Indaco will launch a new daily Cocktail Hour, Aperitivo, at the downtown hot spot from 5:00-7:00PM for guests to enjoy. During this special time, patrons can enjoy $3 off all specialty cocktails, all beers are $5, and the popular Margarita pizza is $5 off.

To launch the promotion, Indaco is partnering with Slow Food Charleston to host a Slow Sips on Thursday, June 26 from 5:00-7:00PM. During this event, Indaco will offer a special Slow Foods inspired cocktail with 10% of all sales of the drink benefiting the organization.

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Join Us at Muse for Spoleto 2014

 

Muse is the perfect grazing spot and watering hole for all the festivities taking place during Spoleto. They are conveniently located at 82 Society Street making it close to almost every major performance venue in the city! Including the Sottile, Cistern, TD Arena, Memminger, Emmett Robinson, Simons Center Marion Square, Theater 99 and Grace Church.

Muse will be serving their Late Night Menu every night until midnight throughout the festival. Enjoy flatbread pizzas, great cheese plates, duck egg omelettes and all your favorite appetizers and salads!

MUSE is on Society Street between Meeting and King Streets. For reservations please call      (843) 577-1102 or online.

Indaco Hosts Patio Wine Dinner With Famed Sicilian Chef Fabrizia Lanza on May 21

Famed Sicilian chef-instructor Fabrizia Lanza will be visiting Charleston during the kick-off to the 2014 Spoleto Festival USA. During her visit she will host a special dinner paired with paired with Tasca d'Almerita wines on the patio at Indaco  Wednesday, May 21 starting at 6:30PM.

The four course dinner will be a collaboration between Lanza and Chef Michael Perez. Together they will offer dishes like Panelle, Ravioli Stuffed with a Seasonal Vegetables, Stewed Rabbit, Seasonal Garden Greens and a Biancomangiare. Wines featured at the dinner include Regaleali Bianco, Leone, Lamuri and Diamante.

Fabrizia Lanza is the author of Olive, A Global History and the Cookbook Coming Home to Sicily: Seasonal Harvests and Cooking at Case Vecchie. She is also the successor to the renowned kitchen and garden at the Anna Tasca Lanza Cooking School in rural Sicily. There she instructs cooking lessons along with a five-day educational “Food and Culture” workshop. Visitors include famous chefs such as Julia Child, Jamie Oliver, and Alice Waters.

Enjoy The Beautiful Weather On Indaco's Outdoor Patio

Today is the perfect day to enjoy Indaco's recently opened patio. Open daily for dinner, enjoy a glass of wine while sharing one of their butcher boards featuring housemade salumi, sausages and meat, indulge in one of their wood-fired pizza specials, or opt for one of their housemade pastas. Don't forget to leave room for dessert! 

Indaco is located at 526 King Street. They open daily at 5pm; for reservations call (843) 727-1228.

Muse's House Made Gnudi is Both Colorful & Delicious

This bright & colorful dish from Muse has spring written all over it. House Made Pasta Pillows are tossed with Green Pea Puree, Cauliflower, Orange Segments & a Citrus Vin Cotto and served with Shrimp or Chicken. It's just as tasty as it looks.

Chef Howard LaFour is always cooking up beautiful daily specials inspired by the culinary delights from Italy, France, Spain, Greece & more. Visit Muse Restaurant & Wine Bar at 82 Society Street to try some of their daily specials. 

Indaco's Beautifully Prepared Short Rib & Bone Marrow Agnolotti

In the mood for some rustic Italian fare? Stop by Indaco on Upper King Street and try one of their newest additions, The Short Rib & Bone Marrow Agnolotti served with Pickled Shallots, Salsa Verde & Pecorino Romano. Yum! 

Click here to see their full dinner menu.

 

Indaco is located at 526 King Street. They open daily at 5pm; for reservations call (843) 727-1228.

Charleston Restaurant Week Specials at Il Cortile Del Re

Get your fill of authentic Italian cuisine at Il Cortile Del Re during Charleston Restaurant Week. From January 8-19, the restaurant is offering a special 3-course menu for $30. 

Start with their Formaggi Misti appetizer, a seaonsal selection of artisinal imported Italian cheese with fresh grapes and fig compote. Then move on to their Coscio D’Agnello Al Fomo, braised lamb shank over garlic mashed potatoes in a sage & pancetta lamb jus. Finish up the lovely evening with some Housemade Tiramisu or Limoncello. Click here to see Il Cortile del Re's full Restaurant Week Menu.

 Il Cortile del Re is located at 193-A King Street in the King Street Antique District. To make reservations, call 843-853-1888.

Ristorante LIDI to Bring Authentic, Affordable Family-Style Italian Food to Daniel Island

CHARLESTON, SC --- Chef/Owner Jason Colon announced today that he will open Ristorante LIDI at 901 Island Park Drive at the corner of River Landing Drive. LIDI is an acronym for Little Italy Daniel Island. Projected opening is late Fall.

The interior and exterior of the building are being renovated by Stumphouse Architecture + Design who will also monitor construction, and will feature murals of pastoral Italy by local artist Sophie Nemethy. Inside, the clean and contemporary redesign will include family and community tables, booths, bistro seating and a separate bar area. There will also be outdoor seating.

LIDI will serve authentic, affordable Italian cuisine from regional Italian traditions. Dishes will focus on finest quality handmade, sustainable and local ingredients. Among traditional selections will be simply prepared basics like Chicken Marsala, Shrimp Scampi, Bolognese and Spaghetti and Meatballs. Many of the pastas will be made in house and a selection of menu choices will be offered family style. There will be an extensive wine list, cocktail and dessert menu to complement the dining experience. Bar patrons may order from the full menu or choose lighter fare.

Zagat Rates Monza the Best Pizza in South Carolina

Zagat just named Monza's pizza the best pie in South Carolina in their "50 States, 50 Pizzas" list- specifically Monza's Vanwall special.

"Named after a legendary Italian raceway, Monza’s racecar theme may not be the classic Italian atmosphere of most pizzerias, but there’s no doubt they take their pies seriously. The Neapolitan pies feature locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, and a good part of their appeal lies in the crust. The dough is made with imported San Felice wheat flour and natural Neapolitan yeast, then wood-fired at 1,000 degrees. The Vanwall Special features local white shrimp, pesto, mozzarella and tomatoes, and you can taste all that attention to detail."

Celebrate pizza week at Monza, located at 51 King Street  in the Upper King Design District.

3 for $30 Restaurant Week Menu at Il Cortile del Re

Il Cortile del Re is offering a special menu during Charleston Restaurant Week where you can enjoy 3 courses for $30. Their cozy courtyard and intimate dining rooms are perfect for a romantic date.

Choose from delicious italian dishes like their Carpaccio di Bresaola appetizer- Naturally Cured Dry Beef thinly sliced and seasoned with Olive Oil and Lemon and topped with Chopped Arugula and Shaved Parmigiano Cheese - or their entree of Penne di Basilica con Gamberi - Penne Pasta with a sauce of Basil, Pine Nuts, Garlic, Evoo and Parmigiano topped with Fresh Sautéed Local Shrimp. Click here to see Il Cortile del Re's full Restaurant Week Menu. 

 Il Cortile del Re is located at 193-A King Street in the King Street Antique District. To make reservations, call 843-853-1888.

Divine Coscio d'Agnello Al Forno at Il Cortile Del Re

Coscio d'Agnello Al Forno at Il Cortile del Re. Juicy lamb shanks cooked to perfection, served over garlic mashed potatoes in a sage/pancetta lamb jus. 

 Il Cortile del Re  is located at 193-A King Street in downtown Charleston, SC. Stop by or call (843) 853-1888 for reservations.

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The Art Institute of Charleston Presents Festival After Hours: Party Around the World on March 2nd

On Saturday, March 2nd The Art Institute of Charleston presents Festival After Hours: Party Around the World, a Charleston Wine + Food Festival event. If you thought the 2012 Festival After Hours was a great party, you haven’t seen anything yet! This year’s event will return to the expansive Bus Shed and will feature a new international twist to bring an even wider variety of food, drinks, performers and music.

Enjoy food by O-Ku, Caviar & Bananas, Barsa Tapas, Lounge & Bar and more. Experience cuisine and beverages representing countries including China, Italy, Germany, Spain, Mexico and more for an evening that’s sure to be a party in every language! Guests are encouraged to dress in attire inspired by their favorite featured country.

Tickets for Festival After Hours:Party Around the World are $100 each. For more information or to buy tickets, click here.

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This February 14th, Say 'I Love You' in Italian at 'Cesca

Soft candlelit intimate seating, savory dishes made with the touch of authentic Italy...that's amore! Whether you're enjoying an exciting first date, or commemorating many wonderful years together, treat your Valentine to a romantic meal at 'Cesca Ristorante Trattoria! Relax and let them make your night unforgettable. Begin your evening with a rose for your special someone, and indulge in a Champagne Finale, compliments of 'Cesca! Click here to see 'Cesca's Valentine's Day menu. 

 'Cesca is located at 5 Faber St in downtown Charleston. To make a reservation, please call 843-718-2580 or make a reservation at 'Cesca on Open Table.

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Penne Di Basilico Con Gamberi at Il Cortile del Re

Penne Di Basilico Con Gamberi at Il Cortile del Re. Try this succulent dish of Penne Pasta drizzled with a sauce of Basil, Pine Nuts, & Pamigiano and topped off with Sauteed Shrimp. 

 Il Cortile del Re  is located at 193-A King Street in downtown Charleston, SC. Stop by or call (843) 853-1888 for reservations.

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Charleston Restaurant Week: 3 for $30 at 'Cesca

Dine at 'Cesca Ristorante and Trattoria during Charleston Restaurant Week (January 10-20) for a taste of Italy right here in Charleston! Savor these delicious selections available as part of their 3 for $30 Restaurant Week menu:

Antipasti (choose one):

Romaine Hearts, Crispy Pancetta, Tomato, Red Onion, Pepperoncini, Creamy Gorgonzola Dressing

Beef Carpaccio, Lemon Aioli, Piave, Smoked Sea Salt, Arugula, Mustard Oil, Capers, Crostini

Seared Ahi Tuna, Eggplant Caponata

Primi (Choose One):

Beef Short Ribs, Marsala Mushroom Gravy, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Candied Brussels Sprouts

Broiled Cod, Sauce Livornese, Eggplant, Roasted Pepper & Goat Cheese Napoleon

Duck Confit, Trofie Pasta, Peas, Wild Mushrooms, Truffle Cream Sauce

Herbed Risotto, Wild Mushrooms, Parmigiano Reggiano

Dolci: Sampler of Italian Truffles & Confections

 'Cesca is located at 5 Faber St in downtown Charleston. To make a reservation, please call 843-718-2580 or make a reservation at 'Cesca on Open Table.

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