Chive Blossom Cafe

4.7

633 Reviews

$31 to $50

Low Country

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2 people

Jan 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

We do not take reservations for lunch, it is first come first serve.
Dinner reservations are recommended.

One of Pawleys Islands most popular dining destinations is Chive Blossom Restaurant & Bar. Shaded by signature Lowcountry live oaks, the establishment is owned and operated by Paul Kelly and Trina Renualt, culinary professionals who combine their skills to create Southern classics with flair as well as delicious dishes with Mediterranean, French and Asian influences.

Incredible soups are a mainstay; Trina’s crab soup is local legend and not to be missed. All soups are offered in sips to a quart. Enjoy a taste, or take home a bounty! Choose from a variety of speciality salads, sandwiches, entrees and desserts. Only the freshest ingredients are used, and the menu changes seasonally to take advantage of the locally sourced seafood, meats and produce.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Low Country, Southern, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 237-1438
Website
http://www.chiveblossom.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
85 N Causeway Rd, Pawleys Island, SC 29585-6675
Neighborhood
Pawleys Island
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 633 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Georgetown / Pawleys Island
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Neighborhood gem
Georgetown / Pawleys Island
Great for fine wines
Georgetown / Pawleys Island
Good for special occasions
Georgetown / Pawleys Island
Lively
Georgetown / Pawleys Island
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chive Blossom Cafe offers a delightful culinary experience with "fresh, creative food" and "wonderful staff." The charming outdoor patio under live oak trees adds to the inviting ambiance. While some guests noted service inconsistencies, the overall dining experience is often praised as "always amazing" with standout dishes like the She Crab soup and octopus.

634 Reviews

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Karissa
VIP
Charlotte
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time, we are always looking for new and better places to try when at the beach. Unfortunately it was just ok… Service & desert was amazing.
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Karla
Charleston
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We have been going to Chive Blossom for several years and as usual, booked a reservation two months prior for New Year's Eve. When we entered the restaurant there were two people who had entered us seating themselves at the bar. We were next. We were taken to a table set for 2 people literally in the middle of the traffic path of the restaurant. Given that we were literally the only ones being seated at that time, we asked to be at one of the other available tables. It was made very clear, in a less than friendly way by a floor manager, that our request was not going to be considered as it was "New Year's Eve" regardless of the fact that we had made the reservation two months ago or that every table in the restaurant was currently empty. We considered leaving but given the holiday decided to stay. The next two couples who came in, each only a party of 2 like ourselves, were seated in the tables that we had expressly asked for. I will say we normally enjoy Chive Blossom but this really made us feel like we were not considered important (for some reason). It is so sad because we have been regular customers several times a year which either wasn't recognized or ignored. It has left us feeling mixed about returning.
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katy
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
It was okay but not great fish under cooked I said something about it but nothing was done just I’m sorry
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Patrick
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We dine at the Chive Blossom several times per year and it never disappoints. It is easily the best restaurant in the area and one of the best, if not the best, restaurants in the state. It has the best she-crab soup you will ever taste. The menu does vary with the seasons and what the local fishermen haul in, but the octopus, grouper, crabs cakes, and English toffee cheesecake are so good it is hard to stray from them. The mixed drinks are like the food, creative but not derivative. The wine list is very affordable.
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JEFF
VIP
Charlotte
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food and service. I had the smoked chicken ravioli and my wife had the shrimp penne pasta.
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Tom
VIP
Charleston
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great time and terrific atmosphere. Food is top of shelf
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Beth
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Always a favorite and must-do when we are at Pawleys.
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jim
VIP
Charleston
83 reviews
5.0
83 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Another good experience at Chive Blossom. Drinks, food, all good!! We will be back
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and great service! Thank you!!
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Rob
VIP
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dinner and service. Great ambience and food. Highly recommend.
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Chive Blossom Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 633 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

85 N Causeway Rd, Pawleys Island, SC 29585-6675

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Pawleys Island
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Low Country, Southern, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.chiveblossom.com/
Phone number
(843) 237-1438

Chive Blossom Cafe

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What 633 people are saying

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