The Ordinary Restaurant - Charleston

It is not unusual to occasionally get a bad plate, even from a good restaurant, so when we got a plate of badly undercooked peelneat shrimp we were not upset, however, when the manager came to our table he was argumentative, condescending and seemed to take our complaint as a personal insult. That we take exception to! Even if the manager had never heard the old adage that the customer is always right, common courtesy should have been observed. There was no action taken on our complaint and we were charged for the plate we sent back. Unacceptable! We will not recommend this restaurant until the management has been properly trained, or replaced

Nothing extraordinary about The Ordinary. I was quite disappointed with both the oyster bar and the dinner menu. Great cocktail selection, though, with a head bartender who really knows his stuff.Better choice: OBar in the French Quarter

The Ordinary it simply spectacular. It stands at the front of my list of great Charleston restaurants. I have never been disappointed except for the fact that it is hard to get reservations. one can always get full menu at the firstcomefirstserved bar. Go for the coldsmoked oysters. Ask for your server to bring you a libation of their choice. Heaven

Top quality seafood, prepared simply. Judging from the presentation towers arriving at the tables around us, massive amounts of seafood is apparently why they come. We chose small plates including a mahi mahi salad spread, broiled oysters, lobster roll and crab cocktail. All pricey, but excellent. Service was absolutely superb

One of the best in Charleston. Do not miss the delicious yellowfin tuna ceviche and smoked oysters. Delicious!! Great cocktails, too. We loved the atmosphere and decor. Upscale but comfortable