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California Dreaming

Restaurant Family restaurant American restaurant Seafood restaurant Catering service Event venue

One of the Most Revieweds in Charleston


Address

1 Ashley Point Dr, Charleston, SC 29407

Website

californiadreaming.rest

Contact

(843) 766-1644

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (6.4K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Saturday: 12 to 10 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 12 to 9 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 4 to 9 PM
  • Tuesday: 4 to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 4 to 9 PM
  • Thursday: 4 to 9 PM
  • Friday: 4 to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 4/5 Jackie J. 2 years ago on Google
    Let me start off by saying that the scenery was beautiful. We started of with the fried crab claws which were good but could have been a little bit bigger. My son ordered the shrimp and grits which had shrimp and sausage on it. The grits were nice and creamy. My son mentioned that they are a top 5 dish. I had the seafood pasta which came out look very appealing and I couldn't wait to dive into this past. It had shrimp and mussels all around the sides. They waitress was very attentive to what we needed. I would suggest this place.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kevin N. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful location (view of the marina, the water background offers a spectacle sunset) historical look offers a unique experience for a formal, casual or “just because” outing. The food is prepared with so much love and you can tell from the details and flavours in the food. The wings and ribs are to die for. Busy place but you’ll never feel rushed. Family friendly too!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sandy H. 10 months ago on Google
    So fun, loved the service the waitress so super friendly and fast. The place is very busy so we took a seat outside where we didn't have to wait for inside dining. Food was fantastic and lived the friend Cauliflower and soup I ordered. My husband got the BBQ nachos and were delicious as well. Highly recommend
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tammy D. 2 years ago on Google
    We really enjoyed our visit here it was an early dinner 4:30 pm on a Monday so it wasn't too busy yet, it was a beautiful day and the location is gorgeous right on the water. Our server was very friendly and helpful nice hospitality. Food was out in a very timely manner, and everything was really good. Portions were huge. Their honey butter croissants are delicious! Sweet tea was delicious 😋 Homemade cheesecake yummy 😋 Apple walnut strudel was nice a warm full of flavor Bathroom was a modern style and very clean I love the open kitchen you could look in 75.00 for 2 Fried shrimp Seafood platter 1- dessert 🍮 2- teas
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kitty C. 5 months ago on Google
    Food was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere is elegant and very beautiful paired with the delicious food!🐟 The wait was around 15 minutes and it wasn’t busy the time we went. I recommend getting the ribs and spinach dip . The salads 🥗 were nicely proportioned and had some great flavors. The food was priced very well and I even think that compared to other upscale restaurants they have a a more affordable price for a better experience. We sat by the water and it was rhe best choice to sit and enjoy the view of the boats and water. 💧 Totally recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elizabeth B. 9 months ago on Google
    We had Zach as our waiter on the evening of 7/22 and he was very delightful and friendly. The food had tons of flavor and the pimento cheese/peach jalapeño jam was amazing. Also splurged some and ordered the croissant bread pudding and that was delicious. We enjoyed the sunset view as well. So glad we stopped here during our vacation.(Be sure to make a reservation!!!!!)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Nathan K. 6 months ago on Google
    We went here with high expectations, but left highly disappointed. To start service was a little slow and our food was cold. To make matters worse they forgot our silverware and it took another 5 minutes to get us silverware after the food was already on the table. Not to mention the silverware was plastic….. The food has little to no taste , hardly flavorful compared to everything else we had in Charleston. I would recommend avoiding this place. If you like a nice view with ok Cocktails it might be ok for that.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Moona J. 9 months ago on Google
    One of the nicest dinner experiences we’ve ever had around the globe! This place has it all! Wonderful food, beautiful view and friendly service. Highly recommend the she-crab soup and seafood pasta. We were a party of 7 and everyone truly enjoyed the food! What a great restaurant!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Isaiah M. 2 years ago on Google
    The location appears to be on a piece of land on a peninsula, and with the all around glass windows, looking out on the water makes for a great atmosphere. As for the food, the bread was light, honeyed, and amazing. The chutney and pimento cheese appetizer was a blend of flavors your taste buds didn't know you'd missed. And the blackened chicken pasta was tasty and filling. Our server was extremely polite and funny too!

  • 5/5 Bethany F. 2 years ago on Google
    Make a reservation if you can, the wait was about an hour when we went. Service was awesome. Glasses were filled ever couple minutes even if they weren't low. Food was absolutely fantastic. I got the chicken Alfredo. The chicken was a little dry, but the sauce was perfect. There was a lot of chicken on this dish, so the portions are large. The other people I was with got steaks and the pork chop and they all said they were fantastic. Their portions were also large. The pork chop was a good 2-3 inches thick and looked super juicy. Definitely a must stop place in Charleston.

  • 5/5 Heather N. 2 years ago on Google
    We really enjoyed our visit here it was an early dinner on a Monday so it wasn't too busy yet, it was a beautiful day and the location is gorgeous. Our server was very friendly and helpful. Food was out in a very timely manner, and everything was really good. Portions were huge. Their honey butter croissants are delicious!

  • 3/5 Shadasia L. 2 years ago on Google
    First time here after being recommended as the go to spot in town. There was a wait to be seated. We were seated by the window which looks like it will be amazing in the daytime. Food was mediocre. Pouring the spinach dip directly on the chips made the chips soggy. My son enjoyed his half rack ribs, steak was overcooked but they did make another one. Croissants were absolutely great! Service was ok too.

  • 3/5 Nuttiya T. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice view, great location. Cheese cake was good, house salad was so so. pineapple jalapeño margarita not amazing like what I thought and kinda small compare with the price. Not much impressing.

  • 5/5 Renee M. 5 months ago on Google
    Went there recently with some friends before we went to James Island county Park to see the festival of lights. It was a time of day that was not crowded. It was about 4:00 p.m. so it was very nice. We were seated right away and our food was delicious and the wait staff was very friendly. I definitely can't wait to go back.

  • 1/5 Shawn C. 5 months ago on Google
    Horrible experience, booked our reservation 3 weeks in advance, and was never told they would have a restricted menu until we were seated. Was then told all the items they were out of.... we reluctantly ordered the Thanksgiving meal they planned that looked nothing like what they showed on the website. Ours looked like cold cuts, mashed Potatoes have never seen a potato, the stuffing had the texture of stovetop with some stardust filler......and the dessert looked and tasted like they picked it up at the local grocery store. Horrible Thanksgiving thanks to California dreaming......a Nightmare at Best! Manager is useless!

  • 4/5 Murfam Post L. 10 months ago on Google
    Service was good, friendly but not prompt enough. The Croissants and Spinach Dip n Chips was loaded and very good. The Charleston Seafood Pasta sauce needed to be more creamy, a bit too watery. Great flavor, otherwise. The Prime Rib was good.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Braille menu
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Drive-through
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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