Charleston's Charming Elegance 🌿✨

A business trip brought me and my colleagues to 82 Queen, just a short walk from the Lindy Renaissance Hotel. From start to finish, the service was warm and thoughtful, and the restaurant’s layout—nestled along a narrow brick corridor lit with lantern-like lights—felt like stepping into a fairytale version of Charleston. 🧱💡 I ordered the Southern tomato pie. Though the portion was smaller than I expected, the flavor was anything but modest. The crust was flaky and rich with butter, the filling creamy and savory—each bite struck the perfect balance between Southern comfort and a touch of refinement. At $17, it may not fill you up, but it certainly satisfies the craving for something unique and memorable. 🥧👌 My colleagues ordered from the dinner menu—one chose the jambalaya, which she called "heavenly," and I understood exactly why. The aroma alone was enough to make us pause our conversation. We all agreed that if the weather allows, the outdoor seating is the way to go. The brick-paved courtyard, strung with soft lights, creates a Charleston-style daydream—the kind you want to savor slowly. 🌙🍽️ For dessert, we each had the bread pudding with vanilla ice cream. Chewy, creamy, and full of nostalgia—it was exactly the kind of sweet ending we hoped for. Priced around $7–8, it felt like the perfect finish. I almost ordered another but held back—some dreams are best enjoyed one bite at a time. 🍮💖 If you're in Charleston or just passing through, be sure to visit 82 Queen. Save up, take your time—this isn’t fast food, but a delicious pause in Southern history. #82Queen #CharlestonDining #SouthernCharm #HistoricEats #TomatoPie #FairytaleVibes #SweetEndings #FoodAndMemory