Basic Kitchen

"A lovely place with really good food. Sitting outside , while it was raining was quiet an experience. The service war really good and we had a great dinner!"

"The food here was phenomenal. The buffalo cauliflower and the burger was one of the best I have ever had. The burger also came with potato crisps that were cooked to perfection. The service was friendly but just a little bit slow. I would definitely come back here."

"Basic Kitchen was a breath of fresh air on my southern food journey. Amidst the rich and hearty traditional southern fare, this place stood out as a haven for fresh and healthy cuisine. The staff were not just nice but incredibly accommodating, adding to the overall pleasant dining experience. Basic Kitchen felt like a refreshing escape, striking the perfect balance between indulgence and wellness. A must-visit for anyone looking for a lighter, yet equally satisfying, culinary adventure in the South"

"Basic Kitchen is a fantastic healthier lunch/dinner choice right in downtown historic Charleston! I absolutely love this place - everything is so fresh and flavorful, the atmosphere is bright and cheery, and service is wonderful! This past visit, we came for lunch, and we ordered: Creamsicle Mocktail, iced Golden Latte with an espresso shot, Pistachio Beet Dip, Caesar Salad with salmon, and Swordfish Tacos! Everything was top-notch - we would order it all again! The creamsicle mocktail tasted SO GOOD. If you’re wanting a fun unique drink, this is it. The golden latte was excellent and certainly a good recommendation if you’re wanting a healthy-tasting iced coffee drink, and the pistachio beet dip was incredible!! I don’t even like beets but this dip had such a great combination or flavors and spices, it was just awesome. It was like a better version of hummus. And then the two entrees were so, so good as well - swordfish tacos were cooked perfectly and not fishy-tasting at all (fish tacos can have that taste sometimes), and the Caesar salad had an amazing dressing and wonderful grilled salmon on top. Overall, even though it’s pretty expensive (prepare for that), I would highly recommend this place!!"

"The restaurant manager was at the front when we arrived. He was affable and engaging... he took the time to talk to me about the founder. He cycled from Savannah to the West Coast and being an avid cyclist I found the story fascinating. The food choices were very wide and a lot of them had gluten free and vegan options. I ordered the Rainbow Bowl with Salmon. The vegetables and other ingredients were well balanced and flavorful. The wine list was a bit sparse but had offerings for all tastes. There seemed to be a theme of offering great basic dishes that you can add proteins too. Several in our group had the burger and omg if we return I will definitely order one. It's a wonderful local spot hidden off the main streets and a must visit."