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High Cotton CharlestonvsFIG
Both establishments are rated very highly by writers. Overall, FIG scores significantly better than High Cotton Charleston. FIG has a TripExpert Score of 93 with approval from 10 reviewers like Zagat, Gayot and Fodor's.
High Cotton Charleston
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Zagat
Condé Nast Traveler
Where
Frommer's
199 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401-2605
From $31/night
Fodor's "This place remains unchanged by time: lazily spinning paddle fans, lush palm trees, and exposed brick walls." Full review
Travel + Leisure "High Cotton, which serves roughly 800 Espresso Martinis a month, takes its name from an old southern term for living well." Full review
Zagat4.4
"This “elegant” French Quarter mainstay supplies “generous portions” of “excellent” Southern fare sourced from “local ingredients” with a side of “charm and seamless service”." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "For a true Southern brunch, make your way to High Cotton on bustling East Bay Street." Full review
Where "Mahogany woodwork, old brick walls and ancient, heart-of-pine floors give a feeling of warmth and style." Full review
Frommer's "High Cotton is a committed member of the Charleston farm-to-table movement, with local suppliers the sources of wonderful small plates...meals are served in an elegant dining room." Full review
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Don’t skip the sides: the fried Brussels sprouts and roasted fingerling potatoes are attractions in themselves.
FIG
Concierge Fodor's Zagat Condé Nast Traveler
goop Where
Bon Appétit
Tasting Table Travel + Leisure Frommer's
232 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401
From $25/night
Concierge "The name stands for Food Is Good, and nightly crowds at this hip local hot spot can attest to that statement."
Fodor's "Spend an evening here for fresh-off-the-farm ingredients cooked with unfussy, flavorful finesse." Full review
Zagat "“Charleston’s original farm-to-table superstar”, this Ansonborough American helmed by chef Jason Stanhope offers a seasonal menu of “stunning” dishes." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Old enough to be considered an institution, but still creative enough to wow the locals who have favored it for years, Fig is one of Charleston’s biggest success stories." Full review
goop "Arguably one of the best restaurants downtown, Fig is run by self-taught chef, Mike Lata, who is also the mastermind behind The Ordinary." Full review
Where "From roasted suckling pig to grilled amberjack with crushed yellow finn potatoes, the daily-changing menu at FIG (Food Is Good) is inspired by the seasons and home cooking." Full review
Bon Appétit "The refined Southern-cuisine restaurant that started it all." Full review
Tasting Table "FIG is an acronym for "food is good," a no-frills philosophy that continues to guide Mike Lata's award- winning kitchen." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The kitchen consistently churns out marvels such as duck egg tartine, mangalitsa prosciutto with sage and persimmon, fluffy ricotta gnocchi, and locally caught fish stew loaded with flavor." Full review
Frommer's "With a laid-back vibe, friendly and enthusiastic servers, and a simply decorated but welcoming dining room...menus are seasonal, but always include plenty of local seafood" Full review
