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Bearcat, Charleston, SC
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Bearcat

$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
Discover a culinary journey like no other in Avondale, where modern American flavors meet casual sophistication. Chef/Owner George Kovach has over 15 years of experience working in the service industry, including eight years working in Michelin-starred restaurants, he and his team are excited to provide a neighborhood gathering place in the heart of West Ashley. At Bearcat, every bite is an adventure. Your dining experience begins here, where exceptional food meets unforgettable memories.
**Please note that our menu does change frequently as we source food locally and seasonally.

- Please call if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time.
- Last seating for reservations are 9:30pm for Main Dining.
- Our Menu is available until 10pm.
- Bar seating is available Tuesday-Thursday 10pm and Friday-Saturday 11pm.

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Executive chef: George Kovach

From the OpenTable editors: Chef George Kovach is an alum of MICHELIN-Starred restaurants like Ever, and that fine-dining pedigree shines at this approachable New American spot in Avondale. Grab a seat at the intimate chef’s counter, where Kovach whips up innovative dishes that could include strawberry-topped duck liver toast and crab dumplings with smoked trout roe. Bonus points for a charming, greenery-strew patio.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 225-0477
  • Website
    https://www.bearcatrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact at info@bearcatrestaurant.com for private event inquiries
  • Location
    25 Magnolia Rd, Charleston, SC 29407-7013
  • Neighborhood
    West Ashley
  • Cross street
    Located in the Avondale off of Magnolia Rd.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • 10 Course NYE Tasting Menu with Champagne Toast

    $195.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us for New Year's Eve at Bearcat for a special 10-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. *Snacks: Roasted Oyster & Pearls, Duck Liver Toast with Pickles and Shaved Foie Gras, Crab Tartlett with Corn & Butternut Squash* *Chawanmushi, Preserved Mussels, Seaweeds, Mushroom Dashi* *Mackeral Crudo, Palo Santo, Meyer Lemon, Sea Beans, Smoke* *Steak Tartar, Preserved Spruce, Blackberry, Crispy Nori, Ice Plant* *Low Country "Tortellini En Brodo," Collard Greens, Aged Country Ham, Sea Island Peas* *Charcoal Grilled Scallop, Fennel, Celery Root, Grapefruit, Nasturtium* *Beef Tenderloin, Root Vegetable Pave, BBQ Carrots, Bordelaise* *Cheesecake* *Sweets*
    10 Course NYE Tasting Menu with Champagne Toast Photo

  • Tasting Menu

    $95.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    7 course tasting menu curated by the chef highlighting seasonal Lowcountry fare. Please note if you would like to order the tasting menu at your table, all guests at the table will need to order it. Due to advanced preparation and seasonality, we are not able to accommodate any changes to the tasting menu, dietary restrictions or allergies. Also note this does not include your tax and gratuity.

Menu

COCKTAILS

  • Flores$13.00

    Lunazul Tequila, Orange Blossom, Lime, Agave

    • Bachida$14.00

      Brazilian Limeade, Cachaca, Rum, Vanilla

      • Ectocooler$14.00

        Titos Vodka, Midori, Lime Leaf Simple Syrup, Lemon juice and Fresh Mint

        • WOLVES IN THE THRONE ROOM$15.00

          William Wolf Bourbon, Orange, Elderflower, Ginger Ale

          • .375$15.00

            Hendricks Gin, See The Elephant Amaro, Lime, Absinthe

            • That's The Problem$14.00

              Rum, Pineapple, Falernum, Demerara

              Classic Cocktails

              • Old Fashioned

                Bourbon, Angostura, Simple Syrup

                • Sazarac$15.00

                  Rye, Absinthe, Sweet Vermouth

                  • Negroni$13.00

                    Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth

                    • Manhattan$14.00

                      Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters

                      • Martini$14.00

                        Gin or Vodka, Dry Vermouth

                        • Espresso Martini$15.00

                          Vodka, Cafe Lolita, Cream, Coffee

                          • Hemingway Daiquiri$13.00

                            Rum, Grapefruit, Luxardo, Lime

                            • Whiskey Sour$13.00

                              Bourbon, Lemon Juice, Simple, Egg White

                              FROZEN

                              • STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI $13.00

                                Green Chartreuse, White Rum, Bubblegum Syrup

                                DESIGNATED DRIVER (NA)

                                • HEY ARNOLD!$8.00

                                  Lemonade, Charleston Tea, Magnolia Blossom Shrub, Pomegranate

                                  FOOD

                                  • Fettunta$16.00

                                    House Sourdough, Lump Crab Dip, Heirloom Tomato

                                    • Roasted Oysters$19.00

                                      Steamboat Creek Oysters, Creamed Leeks, Crispy Shallots

                                      • Duck Liver Toast$17.00

                                        House Brioche, Green Strawberry, Foie Gras

                                        • Crudo$19.00

                                          Market Fish, Passion Fruit, Coconut, Basil Seed, Seaweeds

                                          • Summer Salad$16.00

                                            Local Baby Lettuce mix, Seasonal Vegetables, Green Goddess, Cured Egg yolk, Ranch Breadcrumb

                                            • Cavatelli$19.00

                                              Local Sweet Corn, Mushroom Conserva, Espelette Pepper

                                              • Charcoal Grilled Scallops$28.00

                                                Green Papaya, Sungold Tomato, Nuac Cham, Mango

                                                • Pork Belly$29.00

                                                  Eastern Carolina BBQ Glaze, Charleston Gold rice, Seasonal Pickles, Benne Chili Crisp, Herb Salad

                                                  • Lasagna$28.00

                                                    Veal and Pork Ragu, Tomato Pasta

                                                    • Lamb Loin$44.00

                                                      Coffee, Carolina Caviar, Red Eye Demi

                                                      • Duck Breast$37.00

                                                        Cauliflower, Sunchoke, Alliums

                                                        • Steak (serves 2-4)$110.00

                                                          32oz Bone in Ribeye, Potato Puree, Creamed Corn, Local Mushrooms and Shallots, Sauce Buerre Rouges

                                                          AFTER

                                                          • Brownie Sundae$14.00

                                                            Chocolate Ice Cream, Magic Shell, Sprinkles

                                                            • Melon$12.00

                                                              Cantaloupe, Honeydew, Midori, Split Creek Farms Chevre

                                                              • Creme Brûlée$15.00

                                                                Peach, Brown Butter, Macadamia Nut

                                                                Sample Tasting Menu ( $95 per person )

                                                                • Snacks

                                                                  Duck Liver Toast, Low Country Cup

                                                                  • Panna Cotta

                                                                    Peach, Bacon, Sourdough, Pecan wood

                                                                    • Crudo

                                                                      Passion Fruit, Coconut, Basil Seeds, Seaweeds

                                                                      • Cavatelli

                                                                        Local Sweet Corn, Mushroom Conserva, Espelette Pepper

                                                                        • Duck Breast

                                                                          Cauliflower, Sunchoke, Alliums

                                                                          • Plum

                                                                            Local Plum, Coconut Mochi, See the Elephant Amaro

                                                                            • Melon

                                                                              Cantaloupe, Honeydew, Midori, Split Creek Farms Chèvre

                                                                              • Sweets

                                                                                Rotating Petite Fors

                                                                                Last updated: August 9, 2024

                                                                                What 242 people are saying

                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                4.6
                                                                                4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                • 4.6Food
                                                                                • 4.7Service
                                                                                • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                • 4.3Value

                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                • Charleston

                                                                                  Innovative

                                                                                • Charleston

                                                                                  Neighborhood gem

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                Bearcat offers a top-tier culinary experience in Charleston, praised for its "pure culinary excellence" and "amazing food." The tasting menu is a standout, with dishes that are "creatively conceived" and "beautifully executed." The staff is noted for being "super friendly" and "knowledgeable," creating a welcoming atmosphere. Despite occasional noise and portion size concerns, the inventive dishes and attentive service consistently leave guests eager to return.

                                                                                242 Reviews

                                                                                1. Jeff

                                                                                  Charleston

                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                  Dined today

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Love this restaurant. The menu is always amazing, service is terrific and the ambiance is fantastic.

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                                                                                2. Carrie

                                                                                  Charleston

                                                                                  24 reviews

                                                                                  vip
                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  24 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                  The food was amazing!! Veronica was an amazing waitress, giving great advice and a terrific description of the offerings. The broiled oysters, pâté and stroganoff were outstanding!! The music, however, was a nightmare. Loud rap and metallic bands are fine in a bar at best, but not when eating an amazing meal. Veronica was great and got it changed for a bit, but sadly it reverted back and as a result we skipped dessert. We’ll be back to eat but very much hope the music situation is resolved! Otherwise we may be forced to get it to go…..

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                                                                                3. Grace

                                                                                  Charleston

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Very amazing and relaxing experience!! The dishes were absolutely beautiful. I really enjoyed our server describing them after placing the dishes on the table. It really rounded the experience and made it so interesting.

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                                                                                4. Christine

                                                                                  Charleston

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  We went here to celebrate my husbands birthday. We opted for the 7 course tasting menu and wine pairing and sat at the kitchen bar. To say that this was the best meal of my life is an understatement. We were blown away with the presentation and the unique tastes of every dish. You don’t get this type of quality in Charleston for this price. This is not your every Southern restaurant on every corner downtown serving the same dishes. No need to fight parking and the mess that downtown is. Tucked away in Avondale in West Ashley, this hidden gem will be my special go to for the future. I can’t wait to go back and order off the regular menu. It was amazing to watch the kitchen work and even see a new employee that had been there for 2 days kick a** at it. We’ve been to other tasting menu restaurants downtown and other kitchen seating meals; while they were wonderful, this dinner blew them away. Top Star meal here. Go NOW! They even gave us a sealed and printed menu of what we ate just in case we couldn’t remember all the descriptions. The little touches go a long way.

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                                                                                5. Robbie

                                                                                  Charleston

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on November 7, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  The food and service were impeccable!! Nice to have another upscale restaurant west of the Ashley!

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                                                                                6. Constance

                                                                                  New Orleans

                                                                                  21 reviews

                                                                                  vip
                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  21 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on November 7, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  From start to finish the experience was 5*. The menu was very different and everything was excellent.we are looking forward to going again.

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                                                                                7. Johnny

                                                                                  Atlanta Metro

                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on November 6, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Such a great experience with the tasting menu! The entire meal was delicious and service was perfect. The food was fun, experimental, and yet familiar all at the same time. Thanks so much for a great meal!

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                                                                                8. Pat

                                                                                  Charleston

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on November 6, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Mary and I really enjoyed our visit. The atmosphere, the food, and service was just right. Zen and Dre, while busy with all their responsibilities, balanced serving our table with an attentive manner.

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                                                                                9. Chris

                                                                                  Greensboro

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on November 6, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Highly recommend. Nice ambiance, Great food! Great service!

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                                                                                10. Karen

                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on November 1, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                  The food was delicious, but portions were too small. So price/value not great. We thought the “precious” minimal nouvelle cuisine trend was over a decade ago.

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                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                Bearcat is rated 4.6 stars by 242 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                Make a reservation

                                                                                2 people
                                                                                7:00 PM
                                                                                Booked 5 times today
                                                                                Experiences are available.
                                                                                Google Map for Bearcat

                                                                                25 Magnolia Rd, Charleston, SC 29407-7013

                                                                                Dining areas

                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                • Cross street
                                                                                  Located in the Avondale off of Magnolia Rd.
                                                                                • Neighborhood
                                                                                  West Ashley
                                                                                • Hours of operation
                                                                                  Bar Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                • Price
                                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                  Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                  Street Parking
                                                                                • Payment options
                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                  Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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