Bar George — Restaurant in Charleston

Had the pleasure of eating at Bar George for their Italian Dinner pop-up known locally as Lupara. Everything was locally sourced and farm to table. This restaurant is normally delicious serving creative dishes that satisfy the palate. Last night’s dinner was nothing short of delectable. We had the beet panzanella salad to start (picture accidentally omitted) and that was easily my second favorite dish of the night. The bread was perfectly crusted and soft while the vinaigrette cut the sweetness of the beets. This was a great summer salad. The penultimate in my opinion was the spaghetti al pesto. The pesto was deliciously fresh and flavorful without being too oily. The crunch of the pole beans and the addition of potatoes made this a very filling dish. The bucatini was fantastic and cooked al dente. I wish I ordered 7 of these dishes to have for dinner the rest of the week. The gnocchi was a surprise, not shaped like the traditional rolled pasta I am accustomed to, it resembled the look of a cooked scallop. The texture was light and fluffy while the flavor was rich and creamy. The lasagna was meat free and layered well enough that it was stable and not sloppy as so many restaurant’s poor attempts. It was clearly made with fresh tomato sauce and flavor forward in this featured dish. The tagliatelle had a creamy sauce and was topped with crab. This was a fairly plain dish packed with natural but not overbearing crab flavor. The last entree was the chicken Marsala which took a public favorite and reimagined it as a whole roaster soaked in a thick Marsala gravy. There were plenty of fresh oyster mushrooms without having them in every bite. Last but certainly not least was the Crostada. A stuffed little pastry that should be sinful to sell. The pastry part of this dessert tastes like a mix of homemade shortcake and a cookie. With a layer of strawberry-peach filling and light, mildly sweet cream topping, it was the perfect dessert finale to a truly delicious evening. The cocktails were also Italian inspired which I of course forgot to photograph. The staff was super friendly and the food came out staggered and fresh and warm with each “course”. Though we spent $50-100 a person, it was because we tried everything on the menu You can easily eat here for much less and still have plenty of food, we just like ordering and sharing multiple dishes to be able to try the dishes that interest...

We used Bar George for our rehearsal dinner, and they truly knocked it out of the park. This is our favorite bar in Charleston, and we knew we had to bring our family and friends from out of town here for such a special night. Working with Megan to curate a custom cocktail list was such a pleasure. They printed the menus with our last name and event details, adding a personal touch that made the night feel even more special.

To welcome our guests, Bar George set up a welcoming bar with beer or wine upon arrival, which was such a thoughtful touch. Megan also graciously set up the decor we brought, adding even more personal details and amplifying the ambiance with candles.

Bar George set up a mic and amp for speeches and carefully curated the appetizers, main courses, and desserts. We trusted their expertise every step of the way, knowing the vibe of the place and how amazing everything would turn out. The service was incredible, and the food was as delicious as always.

Now, our family and friends are raving about their experience at Bar George. This was truly the best way to kickstart our wedding weekend. The place has become even more special to us, and it holds an even bigger place in our hearts than before. The team there is unmatched,...

I will allow the professionals to come write the dish reviews, but the food was incredible. The thought and talent that went into pairing the bar offerings with the menu really showed.

I found the Thai inspired bourbon cocktail to be a very pleasant surprise. Refreshing nuanced flavors in balance with the whisky and a perfect match for a hot Charleston afternoon. Other guests were equally delighted with their choice of beverage.

I sampled the menu for lunch. Charred escarole and one each of the hot dogs. Took most of the second dog home as they are very filling. Proper hot dog chili and a great dog and bun to start with. I ordered a half chicken to take home for dinner later and picked the bones clean it was so good!

Can't wait to go back and spend some quality time with the oysters and highball menu. All in all an excellent experience and looking forward to returning soon! Bar George is a great addition to the Riverland Terrace and Woodland Shores...