High Cotton Restaurant
4.7$$$· ExpensiveClosed · opens 4:30 PMRefined Charleston dining featuring classic Lowcountry cuisine, fresh seafood, and hospitality

Located on East Bay Street in historic downtown Charleston, High Cotton serves refined Lowcountry regional specialties made with ingredients from nearby farms and waters. Guests can enjoy signature dishes like She-Crab soup, Carolina shrimp and grits, and fresh seafood alongside handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. The restaurant combines classic Southern warmth with an elegant ambiance, making it a favorite spot for evening dining and weekend brunch.
Expert notes
- High Cotton Restaurant is known for its classic Southern dishes such as she-crab soup. The menu includes dishes ranging from seafood shrimp, and lobster to fried chicken, beef, and pork. Guests should eat at High Cotton for the exceptional food, warm and friendly service, and elegant ambiance. Guests should make a reservation in advance on its website https://www.highcottoncharleston.com/, especially for dinner or on weekends. If you're celebrating a special occasion, let the restaurant know in advance so they can help make your experience extra special.
Features
- Birthday Parties
- Comfort Food
- Date Night
- Desserts
- Fried Food
- Full Bar
- Gluten Free Food
- Outdoor Seating
- Private Events
- Romantic
- Seafood
- Soup
- Take Outs
- Takes Reservations
- Vegan Options
- Vegetarian Options
- Wheelchair Accessible
Special occasion reservations
To reserve the restaurant for a private event, visit its website https://www.highcottoncharleston.com/private-events/
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