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39 Rue de Jean

39 Rue de Jean Review

In classic French-bistro style—gleaming wood, cozy booths, and white-papered tables—Charleston's trendy set wines and dines until the wee hours on such favorites as steamed mussels in a half-dozen preparations. Order them with pomme frites, as the French do. Each night of the week there's a special, such as the bouillabaisse on Sunday. Rabbit with a whole-grain mustard sauce was so popular it jumped to the nightly menu. The duck confit with lentils, braised endive, and blood orange velouté is the most popular new item. If you're seeking quiet, ask for a table in the dining room on the right. It's noisy—but so much fun—at the bar, especially since it has the city's best bartenders.

    Contact Information

  • Address: 39 John St., Upper King, Charleston, SC, 29401 | Map It
  • Phone: 843/722-8881
  • Location: North of Broad

    Restaurant Details

  • Reservations essential.
  • Credit cards accepted.

Member Reviews

  • bethieg, from Pawleys Island, SC
    9/26/08

    Absolutely the best burgers and fries in town. Great bistro atmosphere. My husband is not a Charleston fan-we live in Pawleys Island-but he LOVES this place. I take him and clients here regularly and all LOVE this place. Can hardly wait to go back each time!

    Ratings details: Food: 5 | Atmosphere: 5 | Service: 4 | Value: 5
  • willieB, from DC
    12/6/07

    An unusual restaurant deserving a 'mixed' review. Outside seating (limited) is delightful; inside--especially in main dining area--in booths is noisy. Brunch (Sun.) food ranges from very good to excellent (especially egg-based plates and hamburgers)...but the wait seemed interminable (there were 6 of us). An interesting way, nonetheless, to spend a leisurely Sunday meal. Good drinks.

    Ratings details: Food: 4 | Atmosphere: 3 | Service: 2 | Value: 3
  • lauraleesteakley, from Charleston
    9/6/07

    Rue de Jean consistently serves very good food and provides excellent service in a pleasant atmosphere. It is my first choice for visitors and has never let me down.

    Ratings details: Food: 4 | Atmosphere: 4 | Service: 5 | Value: 5
  • mlr1983, from Charleston, SC
    8/18/07

    I have give Rue de Jean many chances. Here's the rub: The food is to die for. The service is horrible and the kitchen is slow. Oddly enough, they have the best burger in town. The mussels are fantastic as are the escargot. Just be prepared to wait wait wait for everything. My most recent meal there lasted 2 hours (at lunch!). I can appreciate the authentic bistro food, but not the authentic bistro service!

    Ratings details: Food: 5 | Atmosphere: 3 | Service: 1 | Value: 2
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