
Husk
Quick info
About Husk
Husk occupies a restored Victorian-era home on Queen Street in Charleston, with a menu that changes to follow what's locally sourced. Hearth Baked Skillet Cornbread and Baked Oysters open the table, alongside Heritage Pork Lettuce Wraps, while Snapper and Swordfish anchor the seafood side. A Bloody Mary and other cocktails round out the bar. Seating spreads across an upstairs porch, a patio, and a bar area next to the main dining room, and a fireplace warms the space in cooler months. A private dining room accommodates groups, and takeaway is available for those eating off site. Reservations are recommended, as time slots run limited, and a wait is common even for guests holding a booking. Outdoor seating on the patio gives another option for dining outside. The restaurant opens daily, with servers guiding guests through courses over the course of the meal.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid multi-storey car park · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- DietaryServes vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
13 dishes- Hearth Baked Skillet Cornbread
- Snapper
- Baked Oysters
- Heritage Pork Lettuce Wraps
- Bloody Mary
- Swordfish
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention diver scallops, cornbread skillet, pimento cheese with biscuits and husk old fashioned.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention diver scallops, cornbread skillet, pimento cheese with biscuits and husk old fashioned.
Customer Review Summary
Diver scallops draw the most consistent praise, described repeatedly as buttery, perfectly seared, and paired with a brown butter potato and bacon cream that several call the highlight of the plate, even when one reviewer found the scallops themselves slightly overcooked. Close behind, the seasonal ice cream comes up again and again, from muscadine grape sorbet to key lime pie flavor, with multiple diners calling it among the best they've had. The cornbread and pimento cheese with country ham and biscuits also draw frequent mention, though a few found the cornbread dry or unremarkable and one reviewer compared the ham unfavorably to grocery-store prosciutto. Service is praised by most as attentive and knowledgeable, though it is not uniform: one reviewer says a server rushed them into ordering, another reports a tough, inedible ribeye and an unanswered follow-up with management, and one describes an evening ruined by loud tables that a server declined to address. The rigatoni and lamb ragu draw specific complaints, with reviewers calling the pasta sticky, tough, or an unbalanced mix of mushroom and lamb. One diner notes staff printed a personalized anniversary message on the menu as a surprise.
Customer Review Summary
Diver scallops draw the most consistent praise, described repeatedly as buttery, perfectly seared, and paired with a brown butter potato and bacon cream that several call the highlight of the plate, even when one reviewer found the scallops themselves slightly overcooked. Close behind, the seasonal ice cream comes up again and again, from muscadine grape sorbet to key lime pie flavor, with multiple diners calling it among the best they've had. The cornbread and pimento cheese with country ham and biscuits also draw frequent mention, though a few found the cornbread dry or unremarkable and one reviewer compared the ham unfavorably to grocery-store prosciutto. Service is praised by most as attentive and knowledgeable, though it is not uniform: one reviewer says a server rushed them into ordering, another reports a tough, inedible ribeye and an unanswered follow-up with management, and one describes an evening ruined by loud tables that a server declined to address. The rigatoni and lamb ragu draw specific complaints, with reviewers calling the pasta sticky, tough, or an unbalanced mix of mushroom and lamb. One diner notes staff printed a personalized anniversary message on the menu as a surprise.
Featured reviews
- David Ewing
“Overall enjoyed the meal and thought both the service and ambiance were excellent. The cornbread, rabbit, dessert, drinks were all fantastic. The rigatoni was honestly not good and stood out because the rest of the meal was so strong. I think the dish would be a lot better if it committed fully to either a lamb ragu or a mushroom pasta. As served, the mushrooms were great, but the nutty ricotta and (small amounts of) gamey lamb did not go well together and I felt a little off after eating it. I would still recommend Husk overall, but I would not recommend the rigatoni unless it is reworked.”
- Princess A.
“Fantastic dinner! Started out with the fried ribs. For my main I had the scallops. The sauce was a little spicy but overall the dish was delicious. The scallops were cooked perfectly! We selected the grits and cornbread as our sides. Wasn’t too thrilled about the cornbread, it wasn’t anything special and tasted a little dry. However, the grits were really good. Lastly, we ended the meal with their seasonal key lime pie ice cream. Hands down the best ice cream ever! The buttery graham cracker pieces were a nice touch. Overall a great meal and great service.”
- Paul Holder
“The staff was very accommodating with my wife's wheat allergy and my allergy to corn. They made the tempura grouper cheeks with a separate tempura and a separate fryer so that we couldboth have them. She said that they were very good and she loved them. My tilefish was bright and light with the tomato and pickled watermelon sauce. The fingerling potatoes were essentially Cracker Jacks, but complex (and potatoes). The baba ganoush was better than any she has ever had. The Husk old fashioned that I had at the beginning was well balanced. My wife is still talking about the lemoncello two days later. Our waitress was very patient, supportive, and helpful. When it slowed down at the end of the night we were able to chat for awhile. We discussed cooking and she gave us suggestions for our upcoming trip to Savanah, GA. We tried to book dinner for a second night but it was already booked solid.”
- Larry Campf
“Had an amazing dinner while celebrating a family member's birthday. From the time we were greeted upon entering until we left, we were treated excellently. Our server, Jeremy, was knowledgeable, polite, and just damn friendly. Explained the dishes, offered suggestions, the whole nine yards. Food was incredible. 22oz ribeye, pastrami brisket, chicken, cornbread, carrots, salad, and the wildly great deviled eggs. All top notch. Drinks were fantastic as well. A+++++++++++”
- Robert Hess
“Husk knows how to create an unforgettable experience from start to finish. My wife and I first dined here when we got married five years ago, so returning for our fifth anniversary felt especially meaningful, and they exceeded every expectation. From the hostess to our server, the service was exceptional. We were seated on the upper balcony, which made for a perfect anniversary setting. Our server noticed that I was not drinking alcohol and thoughtfully brought me a mocktail while serving my wife champagne so we could toast our anniversary together. That level of attention to detail was truly appreciated and made the evening feel special. The food was outstanding. We started with the deviled eggs, which were incredible. We shared the 22 oz ribeye, cooked perfectly, and the chimichurri and mushrooms elevated the dish even more. The cornbread was excellent, and the carrots were a surprising favorite—even though I normally do not enjoy cooked carrots, these were so good that my wife jokingly asked who I was. To finish, we had the grasshopper pie, which was delicious, but the key lime pie ice cream was on another level, absolutely unforgettable. Easily some of the best ice cream I have ever had. We do not make it to Charleston often, but Husk made our trip and anniversary completely worth it. We traveled from Austin, Texas, and can only wish they would open a location closer to home. If you hesitate because of the price, I can honestly say it is worth every penny. Highly recommended.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
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Highlights
“An ever-changing menu of locally sourced Southern dishes served in a restored Victorian-era home.”
- Has fast service
- Has fireplace
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
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- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
- Historic
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Offerings· 9
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves comfort food
- Serves happy-hour drinks
- Has private dining room
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Accessibility· 1
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Highlights· 7
- Has fast service
- Has fireplace
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Serves local speciality
- Atmosphere· 4
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Dining options· 6
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Parking· 2
- Paid multi-storey car park
- Paid street parking
- Planning· 5
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Usually has a wait