39 Rue de Jean - Charleston

4.4

5134 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 25 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Lively

French style cafe and bar offering the best in Brasserie cuisine since 2000.

Enjoy indoor/outdoor patio seating, cocktails and a well-rounded wine list.
Current Dinner hours are Monday through Saturday from 4:00 PM- 10:00 PM.
Sunday Dinner service: 4:00PM-9:00PM.
Sunday Brunch: 11:00AM- 3:00PM.
Friday & Saturday Lunch: 11:00AM-3:00PM.
Reserve your table now or call in for carry out at 843.722.8881.

We are excited to reopen our restaurant to all of our guests and are cautiously abiding by the SCRLA to ensure that we are taking care of not only our guests but as well as our staff safely! We have chosen to operate at smaller capacity and do ask that you make a reservation in order to secure a table for dining.

We have always had high standards in regards to sanitation and we are applying even more safety measures.

*menus subject to change, please visit www.holycityhospitality.com for current menus

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, French American, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sunday Dinner Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 722-8881
Website
https://www.facebook.com/RuedeJean/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Letha McClary
Private party facilities
Upstairs at Rue de Jean event space offers a private dining room that can be transformed to host professional gatherings or celebratory affairs, accommodating up to 200 guests. This unique space features vaulted ceilings, exposed brick and a private entrance. Contact Sass Franklin, Private Dining Manager, at privatedining@holycityhospitaity.com

Location
39 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Cross street
King St. and John Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Half off Mussels on Tuesdays!
Multiple dates available
Tue - 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Enjoy half-off all mussels every Tuesday night.
Wine Mondays
Multiple dates available
Mon - 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Mondays just got a whole lot better! Come enjoy HALF OFF bottles of wine every Monday night. *bottles must be under $100*

Popular dishes

Onion Soup Gratinee$6.00
Sweet Onion Broth, Baguette, Crispy Gruyere
Truffle Potato Soup$6.00
Creamy Potato Purée, Chicken Broth, Truffle Infusion, Chive Crème Fraiche
Foie Gras Mousse$18.00
Mixed Berry Compote, Crostini
Steak Tartare*$15.00
House-cut Steak, Creamy Dijon, Quail Egg, Crostini
Escargots$14.00
Brandy, Garlic and Parsley Butter
Crispy Pork Belly$15.00
Sweet Potato Purée, Brussels Sprouts Slaw, Apple Cider Jus
Warm Cheese Fondue$13.00
Fried Parsley, Toast Points
Pistachio Breaded Quail Knots$19.00
Arugula Salad, Brandy Glaze
Charcuterie$14.00
Rotating Selection of Sourced or House Cured Meats, Candied Pecans, House Pickles, Mustard, Balsamic Glaze, Crispy Baguette. Add Artisan Cheese Selection - $24/$31
Assiette A'fromage$23.00
Rotating Selection of Artisan Cheeses, Fig Butter, Candied Pecans, House Pickles, Crostini
Traditional Caesar Salad$6.00
Anchovy Caesar Dressing, Parmesan, House Crouton, Bouqueron Anchovy
Fried Goat Cheese Salad$9.00
Honey Goat Cheese Croquette, Baby Arugula, Red Beets, Candied Pecans, Lingonberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
Brussels Sprout Salad$9.00
Roasted Brussels, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Dried Cranberries, Goat Cheese, White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Moules en Six Preparations

Bowl - $15, Grande - $22

Mariniere
White Wine, Shallots, Parsley
Tomato-Bacon
Roasted Tomatoes, Bacon Lardons
Pistou
Garlic, Basil, Olive Oil
Red Curry
Mild Curry, Coconut Milk
Bacon Bleu
Bacon Lardons, Blue Cheese
Vegetable Cream
Cauliflower Cream, White Wine

Les Entrees

Coq au Vin$28.00
Red Wine Braised Chicken, Braising Reduction, Pearl Onions, Bacon Lardons, Mushrooms
Grilled Salmon*$29.00
Rice Grits, Garlic Butter Snap Peas, Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Shrimp Provençal$24.00
Sautéed Shrimp, Penne Pasta, Tomatoes, Pernod Garlic Butter Sauce, Red Pepper Chili Flakes
Seared Scallops*$36.00
Dried Cranberries, Pearl Onions, Beech Mushrooms, Rosemary Butternut Squash Purée, Topped with Brown Butter Leeks and Bacon
Roasted Trout Amandine$32.00
Sunburst Farms Trout, Seared & Served Whole, Pommes Purée, Haricot Verts, Almond Brown Butter
Pan Seared Halibut$36.00
Pearl Couscous, Rainbow Swiss Chard, Tomatoes, Velouté Sauce
Local Catch*$0.00
Chef's Seasonal Preparation
- MKT$0.00
Short Rib$33.00
Pommes Puree, Haricot Verts, Sauce Espagnole
Chicken Francaise$28.00
Jasmine Rice Pilaf, Garlic Butter Snap Peas, Carrots, Broccoli Rabe, Beurre Blanc
Seared Pork Tenderloin*$29.00
Pommes Purée, Fried Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Red Onion, Whole Grain Mustard Demi
Roasted Duck Breast*$32.00
Garlic Herb Rice, English Peas, Melba Cherry & Bacon Compote
Grilled Lamb Porterhouse*$35.00
Sweet Potato Mash, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Balsamic Maple Glaze
Grilled Blue Ridge Rabbit$36.00
Pommes Purée, Grilled Asparagus, Whole Grain Mustard Demi
Spinach & Garlic Ravioli$24.00
Blistered Tomatoes, Asparagus, Beech Mushrooms, Creamy Garlic Sauce

Angus Beef

Steak & Frites

Accompaniments: Au Poivre Style $4, Roquefort Cheese $3, Truffle Butter $4, Maitre D'hotel Butter $4, Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions $5, Seared Scallop $6 (each). Choice of

8 oz Filet*$45.00
12 oz NY Strip*$40.00

Brasserie Burger

Brasserie Burger*$18.00
10 oz Ground Burger. Served With Pommes Frites. Accompaniments:

Les Accompaniments

Asparagus Béarnaise$10.00
Truffle Pommes Frites$9.00
Pommes Frites$8.00
Pommes Puree$8.00
Brussels Sprouts$8.00
Haricot Verts$8.00
Sweet Potato Mash$8.00
Béarnaise or Truffle Aioli$2.00
Au Poivre Sauce$2.00

Cocktails

French 75$12.00
Twelve 33 JoJo Gin, Organic Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Brut Sparkling Wine
Cold Brew Martini$15.00
Vanilla Infused Vodka, Mr. Black Cold Brew Liqueur, Cold Brew Coffee
Mint to Bee$15.00
Ford's Gin, Cucumber, Mint, Honey, Organic Lime Juice
Not Spritzn Around$12.00
St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Hibiscus Tea, Lemon & Lime Simple Syrup, Brut Sparkling Wine
Artisinal Smash$14.00
Maker's Mark Bourbon, Seasonal Muddled Nectar, Organic Lemon Juice, Mint
Nellie, Joe and Natalie - N/A$10.00
Hibiscus Tea, Nellie and Joe's Key Lime Juice, Natalie's Organic Lemon Juice, Orange Simple Syrup

Non-Alcoholic

Spiritless "Margarita" Pour Over$10.00
Samuel Adams "Just the Haze" IPA$8.00
Untitled Art, West Coast IPA$10.00
Heineken Zero, Lager$8.00

Biere

Local/Regional

Hi Wire "Bed of Nails" Brown Ale 8.4% ABV
Bell's "Amber" Ale 5.8% ABV
New Belgium "Trippel" Beglian Style Pale Ale 8.5% ABV
Coast "32°/50° Kölsch" German Style Ale 4.8% ABV
Estuary "Noche de Mar" Mexican Style Lager 5.0% ABV
Sycamore "Mountain Candy" IPA 7.5% ABV
New Belgium "VooDoo Ranger" IPA 7.0% ABV

Imported & Domestic

Budweiser 5.0% ABV
Bud Light 5.0% ABV
Michelob Ultra 4.2% ABV
Heineken 5.0% ABV

Draft

Kronenbourg "1664" Lager 5.0% ABV$8.00
Allagash "White" Belgian Style Wheat 5.2% ABV
Wicked Weed "Pernicious" IPA 7.3% ABV
Commonhouse "Red Fox" Irish Ale 5.0% ABV$9.00
Wild Leap "Chance" Hazy Juicy IPA 6.2% ABV$9.00
NoDa "Pitchslide Pils" German Pilsner 4.1% ABV

Cider & Seltzers

Stella Artois "Cidre" 4.5% ABV
AVAL "Rosé Cidre" French Cider 6.0% ABV$8.00
Anheuser-Busch "NUTRL" Orange Vodka Seltzer 4.5% ABV

Wine by the Glass

Bubbles

Prosecco, Illi (IT)$11.00
Blanc de Blanc, JP Chenet (FR)$10.00
Sparkling Rose, Bouvet (FR)$11.00
Champagne, Veuve Clicquot (FR)$27.00

Whites

Pinot Grigio, Collezione Maiolica Estate, Veneto (IT)$8.00
Picpoul de Pinet, Hughes Beaulieu, Languedoc (FR)$10.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Massey Dacta, Marlborough (NZ)$11.00
Sauvignon Blanc/Semillion, Comtesse, Bordeaux (FR)$10.00
Chardonnay, Louis Latour "Chameroy", Macon Villages (FR)$13.00
Chardonnay, Mer Soleil, Santa Lucia Highlands (CA)$11.00
Riesling, Heinz Eiffle "Shine", Rhinehessen (GE)$9.00
Rose, Houchart, Provence (FR)$11.00

Reds

Pinot Noir, Laurent Chardigny, Burgundy (FR)$13.00
Pinot Noir, Lucas & Luwellen, Santa Barbara (CA)$14.00
Syrah/Grenache, E. Guigal, Cotes du Rhone (FR)$11.00
Merlot, Airfield, Yakima Valley (WA)$10.00
Zinfandel, Oppolo, Paso Robles (CA)$15.00
Gamay, Louis Jadot, Beaujolais Village (FR)$9.00
Malbec, Padrillos, Uco Valley, Mendoza (AR)$11.00
Cabernet Blend, Chateau Redon, Bordeaux (FR)$10.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Ancient Peaks, Paso Robles (CA)$14.00

Wine

Champagne & Sparkling Wine

N/V Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Brut, Reims, France$110.00
N/V Champagne, Demi-Sec Veuve Clicquot, Reims, France$140.00
N/V Champagne Brut Rosé, Veuve Clicquot, Reims, France$150.00
N/V Champagne, Perrier-Jouët, "Grand Brut," Épernay, France$110.00
N/V Cremant, Charles Bove, Loire Valley, France$65.00
N/V Cremant, Cave de Bissey, Burgundy, France$50.00
2021 Blanc de Blancs, Raventós i Blanc "l'Hereu," Brut Reserva, Penedès, Spain$45.00
N/V Brut, Louis Pommerey, CA$53.00
2019 But Rosé, Piper Sonoma, Sonoma, CA$60.00

Sauvignon Blanc

2023 Pouilly–Fume, Maison Chavet, Loire Valley, France$60.00
2023 Sancerre, St. Martin, Loire Valley, France$65.00
2019 Graves, Chateau Peyrat, Bordeaux, France$50.00
2023 Sauvignon Blanc, Southern Right. Walker Bay, South Africa$45.00
2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Love Block, Marlborough, New Zealand$55.00
2023 Sauvignon Blanc, Honig, Napa Valley, CA$47.00

Chardonnay

2022 Chablis, Domaine Adrien Besson, Burgundy, France$65.00
2021 Bourgogne Blanc, Olivier Leflaive "Les Sétilles", Bourgogne Burgundy, France$75.00
2022 Montagny, Reunis, Premier Cru, Burgundy, France$80.00
2021 Chardonnay, Left Coast, "Truffle Hill", Willamette Valley, OR$52.00
2021 Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer "Les Pierres," Sonoma County, CA$98.00
2021 Chardonnay, Jax Vineyards Y3, Napa Valley, CA$55.00
2021 Chardonnay, Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley, CA$105.00
2021 Chardonnay, Neyers, Sonoma Coast, CA$65.00

France (White)

2018 Gewurztraminer, "Trimbach", Alsace, France$70.00
2017 Pinot Gris, "Trimbach Réserve," Alsace, France$67.00
2021 Pinot Blanc, Pierre Sparr, Selection de Sol Calcaire, Alsace, France$35.00
2023 Chignin, Château Charles Gonnet, Savoie France$38.00
2021 Riesling, Pierre Sparr, Alscae Grande Reserve, Alsace, France$38.00
2022 Vouvray, La Craie, Loire Valley, France$47.00
2020 Muscadet, Sauvion, Loire Valley, France$45.00

Alternative Whites

2022 Albariño, Pazo Cilleiro, Rias Baixas, Spain$40.00
2023 Gruner Veltliner, Volker Wines, Burgenland, Austria$48.00
2017 Pinot Blanc, Wechsler Trocken Weisser Burgunder, Germany$60.00
2022 Riesling, Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen "Eroica," Columbia Valley, WA$45.00

Rosés

2022 Grenache Blend, "AIX," Coteaux D'Aix, En Provence, France$48.00
2023 Grenache/Cinsault/Syrah, Vermentino, Wolffer Estate, "Summer in a Bottle Provence", Provence, France$60.00
2022 Grenache/Cinsault, Tavel, E. Guigal, Rhône Valley, France$60.00
2023 Pinot Noir, Brooks, Willamette Valley, OR$55.00

Pinot Noir

2022 Pinot Noir, Mercurey, Domaine Faiveley, Burgundy, France$110.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Prosper Maufoux, Burgundy, France$60.00
2020 Pinot Noir, Marsannay, Louis Latore, Burgundy, France$105.00
2021 Pinot Noir, King & Cannon Cellars "Reserve," Willamette Valley, OR$55.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Timbre, Monterey, CA$50.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Elk Cove Vineyards, Willamette Valley, OR$58.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Adelsheim Vineyard "Breaking Ground", Chehalem Mountains, OR$65.00
2020 Pinot Noir, Maritana Vineyards, Le Russe Russian River Valley, CA$110.00
2020 Pinot Noir, Siduri, Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, CA$75.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Belle Glos, Clark & Telephone, Santa Barbara, CA$95.00

Alternative Reds

2022 Rosso Toscano, Visconti, Tuscany, Italy$48.00
2019 Barolo, Bruna Grimaldi, Piedmont, Italy$125.00
2019 Tempranillo, Baron de Ley, Reserva, Rioja, Spain$45.00
2022 Malbec, MAAL Vineyards "Biutiful", Mendoza, Argentina$55.00
2020 Syrah, Klinker Brick, Lodi, CA$56.00
2021 Syrah, GSM, Beckman "Cuve Le Bec", Santa Ynez, CA$60.00
2018 Petit Sirah, Two Angles, Red Hills Lake Country, CA$45.00
2021 Zinfandel, Old Ghost, Lodi, CA$95.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, & Bordeaux Style Blends

2018 Bordeaux Blend, Médoc, Château Greysac "Cru Bourgeois," Bordeaux, France$75.00
2020 Bordeaux Blend, Saint-Estèphe, Château de Pez, Bordeaux, France$115.00
2019 Bordeaux Blend, Chateau Picque Caillou, Pessac Leognan, Cahors, France$95.00
2019 Bordeaux Blend, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Château Lassègue, Bordeaux, France$165.00
2020 Bordeaux Blend, Saint-Émilion Château Macquin St. Georges, Bordeaux, France$65.00
2017 Bordeaux Blend, Pauillac, Chateau Lions de Batailley, Bordeaux, France$150.00
2016 Merlot, Pahlmayer, Napa Valley, CA$170.00
2019 Merlot, Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley, CA$105.00
2019 Merlot Blend, Skyside, Newton Claret, Sonoma County, CA$50.00
2020 Merlot, Chateau St. Michelle "Indian Wells" Columbia Valley, WA$45.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Hedges Family Estate, Red Mountain, WA$95.00
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Doubleback, Walla Walla Valley, WA$230.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paysan, Central Coast, CA$55.00
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, CA$175.00
2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, Jordan, Alexander Valley, CA$560.00
- 1.5 Liter$560.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Robert Mondavi Winery, Napa Valley, CA$80.00
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Supéry, Napa Valley, CA$95.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Honig, Napa Valley, CA$90.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Artemis", Napa Valley, CA$135.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Opolo Vineyards, Paso Robles, CA$75.00
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Daou Reserve, Paso Robles, CA$153.00

Rhône & Southern France (Red)

2021 Côte-Rôtie, Saint Cosme, Rhône Septentrional, France$130.00
2020 Crozes-Hermitage, E. Guigal, Rhône Septentrional, France$75.00
2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Secret de Nos Vignes, Rhône, France$105.00
2022 Côtes du Rhône, Domaine de Châteaumar "Cuvée Vincent", Rhône, France$41.00
2021 Côtes du Rhône, Domaine Galevan "Paroles de Femme" Rhône, France$48.00
2021 Côtes du Rhône, Chateau La Nerthe, Rhône Valley, France$60.00
2017 Gigondas, Chateau du Trignon, Rhône Meridonal, France$90.00
2020 Vacqueyras, Chateau du Trignon, Rhône, France$55.00
2018 Grenache/Syrah, Deparment 66, Cotes Catalanes Others, Languedoc-Roussillion, France$66.00
2021 Chinon, Les Graviers, Loire Valley, France$48.00
2022 Moulin a Vent, Domaine Les Fines Graves, Beaujolais, France$60.00
2021 Fleurie, Domaine Lucien Lardy "Les Roches," Beaujolais, France$55.00
2020 Morgon, Albert Bichot "Les Charmes", Beaujolais, France$48.00

Spirits

Bourbon

Basil Hayden's$16.00
Blade and Bow$25.00
Blanton's$25.00
Buffalo Trace$14.00
Elijah Craig$13.00
Four Roses - Single Barrel$16.00
Knob Creek$14.00
Maker's Mark$11.00
Redemption "High Rye"$12.00
Woodford$14.00
Woodinville Port Cask$18.00

Whiskey

Brenne$16.00
Crown Royal$11.00
Jack Daniels$10.00
Jameson$11.00

Rye

High West Double Rye$15.00
James E. Pepper$16.00
Rittenhouse Rye$14.00
Sazerac Rye Whiskey$14.00
Templeton Rye$15.00
Whistle Pig 10 Yr$30.00

Scotch

Dewar's$10.00
Glenlivet 12 Yr$17.00
Johnny Walker Black 12 Yr$15.00
Talisker 10 Yr$27.00

Tequila

Don Julio Anejo$20.00
Espolon Blanco$10.00
Espolon Reposado$10.00
Patron Silver$16.00
Libélula Joven$18.00

Gin

Beefeater$10.00
Bombay Sapphire$10.00
Ford's$16.00
Hat Trick$12.00
Hendrick's$12.00
Nipitatty$12.00
Tanqueray$10.00
Twelve 33 JoJo$12.00

Rum

Bacardi$10.00
Captain Morgan$9.00
Diplomatico$16.00
Goslings Dark$10.00
Malibu$9.00
Mount Gay$9.00
Myers's Dark$9.00

Vodka

Absolut$10.00
Belvedere$12.00
Firefly Sweet Tea$10.00
Grey Goose$12.00
Grey Goose Citron$12.00
Grey Goose Orange$12.00
Ketel One$10.00
Mr. Black Cold Brew$14.00
Pearl Vanilla$10.00
Stolichnaya/Blue$10.00
Sweet Grass$12.00
Titos$10.00

Cordials

Absinthe$12.00
Amaretto Disaronno$10.00
Aperol$10.00
Bailey's$10.00
Benedictine$10.00
Boulard Calvados$18.00
Branca Menta$12.00
Campari$14.00
Chartreuse Green$17.00
Cles Des Ducs V.S.O.P$18.00
Combier$12.00
Drambui$15.00
Fernet Branca$12.00
Frangelico$10.00
Grand Marnier$12.00
Kahlua$10.00
Lillet Blanc/Rouge$12.00
Luxardo$15.00
Montenegro Amaro$15.00
Pernod$15.00
Remy Martin V.S.O.P$18.00
Sambuca Black/White$10.00
St. George Pear$11.00
St. Germaine$11.00
Tuaca$10.00

What 5,134 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Carolina
Most Booked
Charleston
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

39 Rue de Jean in Charleston exudes a charming French bistro vibe. Guests rave about the "great atmosphere" and "delicious food," with mussels and escargot being standout dishes. Service is frequently praised as "excellent," with attentive staff enhancing the dining experience. Despite occasional inconsistencies, it's a local favorite.

5,134 Reviews

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Michael
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A friend recommended that we eat here while visiting Charleston for Christmas. We were quite impressed with the place. The food was outstanding! Shout out to our server, Carrigan! She was great at making suggestions and very attentive. Order the lamb porterhouse! You will not be disappointed! Highly recommend this place!
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Megan
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had reservations but were passing by and stopped in to see if we could be sat early. They were very accommodating. Potato soup was delicious and the Lamb Porterhouse was great! Service was great
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Bernadette
Charleston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great meal and the server was excellent. Thank you
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Penny
Charleston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
My husband and I dined at Rue de Jean last night, and it was a bit different from what we expected. Upon entering, we quickly realized that the restaurant feels much more tired than the photos suggest. It's more casual than anticipated—closer to a pub atmosphere than a fine dining experience—and the noise level was higher than I’d prefer. That being said, the service was impeccable. Our server was attentive and genuinely enthusiastic about the food, which made the experience much more enjoyable. We started with the French Onion Soup and the Fried Goat Cheese Salad. The salad was a standout. The fried goat cheese was lightly breaded, just the right texture, and paired beautifully with the mixed greens, arugula, and beets. It was fresh and flavorful, a perfect combination. The soup, however, was another story. While it had a nice balance of herbs, it was so overwhelmingly salty that it was inedible— and I love salt. I couldn’t finish it, which was a big letdown. For our main courses, my husband opted for the strip steak with truffle butter and truffle fries, with a side of pepper sauce. He was thrilled with his choice. The steak was cooked to perfection, with the truffle butter and sauce enhancing the flavor without overpowering the meat. The fries were crispy and full of flavor. I was impressed. Unfortunately, my duck didn’t live up to expectations. It was undercooked, and the skin was far from crispy, which made it less enjoyable. Having cooked duck at home many times, I was hoping for a much better result. The herbed rice was also overcooked, which was disappointing. While the jasmine flavor was there, the crunchy texture of the rice made it hard to enjoy. Despite the food being hit or miss, we still had a pleasant time. If we decide to return, I might opt for something simpler, like a burger, to see if that offers a more consistent experience.
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Karin
Key West
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner at Rue De Jean has become a little Christmas Eve tradition. We were able to make a reservation easily on OpenTable the week before. We were seated promptly. Our server was absolutely delightful. The restaurant was decorated super cozy and the food never disappoints. We had a great time and plan on doing this again next year.
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Jessica
Charleston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was wonderful and she was overly accommodating with my two kiddos. A+ visit all around.
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Al
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was cooked just right and tasted better than expected along with outstanding service...a special dining experience!
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Kim
New York City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We have been coming for years but over time the quality has gone downhill. It’s dated, food was martial and the hostess was poorly dressed and never smiled.
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Pat
Philadelphia
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was excellent, a little too noisy in front room near kitchen, we asked to move which they granted, cocktails food, and wine very good.
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Rob or Charlene
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was a holiday dinner with adult son, his wife, and three grandchildren aged 10-14. Rue de Jean is Charleston’s premier restaurant for family dining due to its varied menu and wonderful service.
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39 Rue de Jean - Charleston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 722-8881.

39 Rue de Jean - Charleston is rated 4.4 stars by 5134 OpenTable diners.

39 Rue de Jean - Charleston does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 25 times today

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39 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403

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Cross street
King St. and John Street
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sunday Dinner Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, French American, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Letha McClary
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.facebook.com/RuedeJean/
Phone number
(843) 722-8881
Private party facilities
Upstairs at Rue de Jean event space offers a private dining room that can be transformed to host professional gatherings or celebratory affairs, accommodating up to 200 guests. This unique space features vaulted ceilings, exposed brick and a private entrance. Contact Sass Franklin, Private Dining Manager, at privatedining@holycityhospitaity.com

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39 Rue de Jean - Charleston

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Wine Mondays

Seared Scallops

Grilled Lamb Porterhouse

Fried Goat Cheese Salad

Hors d'Oeuvres & Salads

Onion Soup Gratinee$6.00

Truffle Potato Soup$6.00

Foie Gras Mousse$18.00

Steak Tartare*$15.00

Escargots$14.00

Crispy Pork Belly$15.00

Warm Cheese Fondue$13.00

Pistachio Breaded Quail Knots$19.00

Charcuterie$14.00

Assiette A'fromage$23.00

Traditional Caesar Salad$6.00

Fried Goat Cheese Salad$9.00

Brussels Sprout Salad$9.00

Moules en Six Preparations

Mariniere

Tomato-Bacon

Pistou

Red Curry

Bacon Bleu

Vegetable Cream

Les Entrees

Coq au Vin$28.00

Grilled Salmon*$29.00

Shrimp Provençal$24.00

Seared Scallops*$36.00

Roasted Trout Amandine$32.00

Pan Seared Halibut$36.00

Local Catch*$0.00

Short Rib$33.00

Chicken Francaise$28.00

Seared Pork Tenderloin*$29.00

Roasted Duck Breast*$32.00

Grilled Lamb Porterhouse*$35.00

Grilled Blue Ridge Rabbit$36.00

Spinach & Garlic Ravioli$24.00

Angus Beef

Steak & Frites

8 oz Filet*$45.00

12 oz NY Strip*$40.00

Brasserie Burger

Brasserie Burger*$18.00

Les Accompaniments

Asparagus Béarnaise$10.00

Truffle Pommes Frites$9.00

Pommes Frites$8.00

Pommes Puree$8.00

Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Haricot Verts$8.00

Sweet Potato Mash$8.00

Béarnaise or Truffle Aioli$2.00

Au Poivre Sauce$2.00

Cocktails

French 75$12.00

Cold Brew Martini$15.00

Mint to Bee$15.00

Not Spritzn Around$12.00

Artisinal Smash$14.00

Nellie, Joe and Natalie - N/A$10.00

Non-Alcoholic

Spiritless "Margarita" Pour Over$10.00

Samuel Adams "Just the Haze" IPA$8.00

Untitled Art, West Coast IPA$10.00

Heineken Zero, Lager$8.00

Biere

Local/Regional