California Dreaming - Surfside Beach

California Dreaming - Surfside Beach reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Mike VIP

   Charleston12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent food, had the tuna poke bowl, with croissants of course…amazing. Terrific service from entire staff, manger checked in several times. And a great Moscow mule.
   

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   Mike

   Charleston1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a great experience, as well as the service, food, and atmosphere as well, we love some California dreaming, can’t go wrong, bring your friends to
   

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   Josephine

   Charleston11 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on February 28, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Had a really nice dinner time with my family. Food was prepared as ordered. Service was excellent.
   

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   Nancy

   Las Vegas72 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 26, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   First time dining here. Food and service were excellent
   

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   Ron VIP

   New York City19 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   I found this very appealing for a casual dining experience. Deceptively large inside and very nice decor with high ceilings. Menu was varied and food quality was good.
   

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   Joshua

   Charleston1 review

   2.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was not good. Everything was covered with what seemed to be lemon.
   

   California Dreaming - Surfside BeachResponded on February 15, 2025

   Thank you very much for bringing this to our attention, Joshua. We are committed to creating consistent, high quality dining experiences for all of our guests. I apologize for your experience and will make sure your feedback is reviewed and discussed with our staff. We hope that you will give us another chance soon. Rachel Barfield Manager California Dreaming Surfside Beach (843) 215-5255
   

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   Mike VIP

   Charleston12 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Valentines Dsy, so long wait even with reservation, about 45 minutes after time. That said, food, service and drinks were excellent.
   

   California Dreaming - Surfside BeachResponded on February 15, 2025

   We deeply apologize for the high wait times last night, the holiday proved to get the best of us in that respect. We are evaluating our practices to ensure a better system is put into place for the upcoming holidays. I am very happy to hear that the food, service and drinks were excellent though! We hope to serve you again very soon! Rachel Barfield Manager California Dreaming Surfside Beach (843) 215-5255
   

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   Tony

   Charleston1 review

   3.0

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   It was just super busy on Valentine's so I guessing maybe that's why my ribs were slightly dry, my wife order the marinated fruit sauce ribeye steak, but she wasn't a fan of the sweetness of it. But there honey crescent rolls are delicious and their apple cobbler was good.
   

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   California Dreaming - Surfside BeachResponded on February 16, 2025

   I am sorry to hear that you and your wife were not pleased with your Valentine's Day meal. We take great pride in our food and the services that we offer and we are confident that the next time you visit our team will provide you with the best experience possible to compliment our delicious croissants and apple cobbler! Rachel Barfield Manager California Dreaming Surfside Beach (843) 215-5255
   

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   James VIP

   Charleston10 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   We had advance reservations, arrived on time and were told we could not be seated, despite my cane. We were seated about 10 minutes late. My lady friend ordered the steak and lobster Valentine’s special and her steak was grossly overcooked. My baked potato was similarly overcooked. The only saving grace was a good bottle of Malbec. This was our 5th year in a row being there on Valentine’s and our worst experience. We do not plan to return. Our waitress, Christine did a good job and we left her a nice top despite the general restaurant failings. My advice is don’t go there on big nights.
   

   California Dreaming - Surfside BeachResponded on February 15, 2025

   I'm so sorry to hear about your experience, James. I wanted to reach out and let you know that we value your comments and sincerely apologize for the lapse in regard for your needs, reservation time and food quality. We are not content resting on what we did yesterday. We know we can do better for ourselves and most importantly you and your lady friend as guests. While I cannot change the past, I encourage you to join us again so that we can show you that we can do a much better job than what you experienced. Rachel Barfield Manager California Dreaming Surfside Beach (843) 215-5255
   

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    Michael

    Charleston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Good location for an event meal. Was busy today ( St Valentine’s Day) which is not surprising, but known as a nice spot. Our service was excellent and my reservation with open table got us in quickly without an issue, while there was a long line up. The food was average and the cost was high. I would not return here but understand how it attracts many people. It’s a nice large place with a great bar.
    

    California Dreaming - Surfside BeachResponded on February 15, 2025

    Thank you for letting us know about your experience. We are very sorry that we did not meet your expectations for your Valentine's Day meal. To have a guest experience that not only meets your expectations but will exceed them is our goal. We know that there are many dining choices in our area but we hope that you would be willing to give us another chance to prove why we are a local favorite. I want to let you know that value your comments, Michael and seriously apologize. Rachel Barfield Manager California Dreaming Surfside Beach (843) 215-5255
    

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