5 stars all the way! We were able to get same day reservations & they did not disappoint. The mini blueberry muffins were hot & delicious for starters. The scallops breakfast was the best thing I've eaten in a while. All of the food was seasoned to perfection! My honey had the shrimp and grits which was good. My only critique is that the shrimp could have been cooked 1 minute longer because they were borderline translucent but still very tasty.

I was eager to try the Gospel Brunch at High Cotton and booked a reservation for Saturday morning. The Plantation Singers are a wonderful gospel group based in Charleston. They sing and perform continuously in the Lounge area which is located in a separate area as you enter High Cotton. im glad they are in the Lounge as their voices would be a bit too much if they were stationed in the main dining room. The brunch entrees do not disappoint and as I always order a healthier alternative when I can I was happy to see the Yogurt Bowl offered so I ordered it without hesitation. It was wonderful. Molly ~ the server I had this morning ~ was cheerful and willing to please. She kept the coffee flowing and constantly refilled! I would recommend High Cotton for a "different yet local experience" complete with gospel tunes and upbeat atmosphere.

High Cotton has lots of ambience and charm. The lights are low and all the servers are professional and polite! They work as a team so you do not have to wait or ask for anything! The only photos I took was my dish of seared scallops with broccoli/cauliflower mixture and a side dish of asparagus. My scallops were baby sized and not enough food. The veggies that were plated with the scallops were 3 bites. I was still hungry. Our table shared asparagus and Brussels sprouts. The Brussel sprouts were soooo good but the asparagus were too thick and the stem was left on so you couldn't eat that part or cut through it with a knife. Shocked. All was delicious but my main course was just too small for the price and our server did not let me know the scallops were tiny. The Creme brûlée that we shared afterwards was good but had a strong cinnamon flavor that over powered the dish. We enjoyed our dinner very much and will try High Cotton again. But to be fair, I will just not order the Scallops with a big appetite!

There's just something about having an espresso martini at the bar at High Cotton. At Christmas time, it's bustling with activity, and it's wonderful to enjoy the live jazz. It's one of our favorite local haunts!

The entire meal was scrumptious! The mushrooms were cooked and seasoned perfectly. I wanted to devour more of them. The brussel sprouts were delicious and paired well with everything. Staff were very patient and helpful. We had asked our server to take photos of us and they did so with a lot of patience. Definitely would come here again to try other items on the menu!

Great for brunch! My parents were able to snag a same-day reservation on a Saturday afternoon. The interior had a high-end Southern vibe, with lots of natural light and framed art on the walls. Our server Molly was attentive and professional, and gave great recommendations. For drinks, I ordered a mocktail, which was tasty and refreshing. They also brought out a basket of complimentary mini Muffins, which was a cute touch. The texture of the muffins was perfect and they went great with the soft butter. For food, I ordered the New Bedford Sea Scallops. This dish was delicious and the portion size was perfect. The scallops were so well cooked with honey-bourbon gastrique, and the grits were tasty and filling. I asked for no candied bacon, and it really wasn't needed. My parents loved their food as well - the Shrimp & Grits and Crab Cakes Benedict. We especially loved my mom's Pimento Grits. Overall, worth the visit!

We had brunch here for a wedding rehearsal and it was absolutely lovely. The venue is stunning and truly embodies the charm of historic Charleston. The decor was bright, beautiful, and paid homage to the area. The staff were impeccable and service was amazing. I never lacked anything. The food was fantastic. For our event, it was served buffet style. They had fruit, lox, biscuits, beignets, French toast, shrimp and grits, she crab soup, bacon, eggs, and more. The star of the show was the crab soup and French toast. The drinks from the open bar were also great. Overall, this was a splendid place to have an event. The food, service, and ambiance are fantastic! It's classy, unique, and well worth a visit.

I celebrated my birthday here while visiting Charleston. I had a great time with my wife; the staff was very friendly. We got there early, sat at the bar, and listened to the one-man band for a little while until our table was ready. I had a nice steak and a lovely glass of wine. It was a quiet evening, so we lingered and had a great conversation over dinner, drinks, and desserts. While in Charleston, we had many good meals, and this was one of them for sure, even if it wasn't the number 1. It is still worth the visit.

We arrived for our reservation super early and though we couldn't be seated at the earlier time we were directed to the bar to wait. Super fun area with live music (awesome cover band), good drinks, and small bites. Trying not to ruin my appetite I eventually opted for the parmesan truffle popcorn while waiting. Excellent choice for a light snack. The group also had calamari which was well liked. As I love a good infused vodka - the 199 cocktail was an great choice. I had two! Our wait was longer than expected, but our party of 8 was given complimentary glasses of champagne once seated. Warm bread was served and was definitely a hit with the bread lovers at the table. I had the shrimp and grits and it was delicious. I could definitely come back to High Cotton when back in Charleston.

High Cotton is swanky and sophisticated. My friend and I decided to pop in for a pre-dinner cocktail (or three) on my birthday. We didn't have a reservation, but we easily scored bar seats. Our bartenders were both super friendly and knew the menu well. I ordered the Havana lemonade to start, followed by their "world famous" espresso martini. I enjoyed both drinks. When I stopped by the bathroom (nice facilities, btw), my friend mentioned to the bartender that it was my birthday, and when I came back, he had crafted petite versions of the 199 cocktail, which was so unexpected and kind. It really made a lasting impression. My friend sneakily picked up the tab, but I know it was not a cheap visit. I would definitely go back on future trips to Charleston, and I'm interested to try their food too.