Celebrated the day before Valentine's Day here to avoid crowds. Enjoyed the sparkling rose. The bread and oil was just that. Highly recommend adding spices to the olive oil since it was not enjoyable with zero flavor to it. The apps were good. The duck was VERY FATTY. Don't recommend it. The tuna tartar was full of what tasted like full of mayonnaise and couldn't even taste the tuna. Don't recommend it either. The sausage lamb was good, and the Taziki sauce was good! The beet salad was fresh but very small. The service was good. The online pictures make the restaurant look much bigger than it actually was (which was fine). The outdoor would be nice for when the weather is better. Would go back and try again. Good location and parking lot was across the street.
Derek Cronin
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January 16, 2025
There are only a handful of meals in my 48 sounds around the sun that I can say are TRULY unforgettable…our evening at Muse is one of them!
In fact, those I’ve shared the story with do not believe me or think I’m embellishing, but the truth is each of the five individuals in my dinner party will be reminiscing on the evening of January 4th, 2025 at different times throughout their lives. And please understand while the food was brilliantly spectacular, the most remarkable aspect of our time at Muse was the interaction with the owner, Donnie, whom my kids now refer to as Uncle Donnie 😉
I was the last to arrive at our table, as I had dropped everyone off at the quaint front open court entrance of Muse. As I ascended the stairs I heard a roar of laughter, which included my family, so I was more than curious as I turned the corner and entered one of the semi private dining areas.
Donnie greeted me, continued his conversation with our table to learn more about our dietary restrictions, and then promptly took the menus away from our party and said, “I got you, just trust me”. This was the beginning of a dining experience that may never be surpassed.
In addition to what seemed like an endless waive of curated courses, designed specifically for our palettes, Donnie held court investing his time and energy into my family. I’ll keep the details private, but along with countless laughs we shared many life lessons and goals for the new year, and left with more than a special birthday dessert (Thank you Fawn!).
While I doubt our evening will ever be replicated, we cannot wait for our next trip to Charleston. And, if you’re like me and are big into reading reviews before selecting a new restaurant, you’ll see a common thread in the magic of Muse. So should the stars align, and you find yourself at Muse, maybe you too will meet Uncle Donnie 😉
Brandi Keever
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September 30, 2024
Muse is a beautiful restaurant with amazing food and even better staff. I was there for a bachelorette celebration and Donnie made the experience so fun! He chose several dishes for us as well as cocktails and wine to pair our individual palates and the dishes. We shared several apps, entrees, and desserts and each one was incredible. Even the pickiest of us found several dishes they loved. Each staff member we interacted with was truly lovely and I already can’t wait to go back!
Morgan Jordan
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September 29, 2024
IF I COULD GIVE MUSE 25/10, I WOULD! This was the absolute best experience any of us have had, at a restaurant in YEARS! Donnie curated 3 spectacular courses, in addition to custom cocktails and wines!! Donnie chose 5 apps, 5 mains and 3 desserts for our group of 9 girls. The biggest thing was Donnie made it an experience for us! We didn’t have to make decisions, we simply sat back and enjoyed! He ended with inspirational words for the bride which had us all in tears. I could not say enough good things about Donnie and Muse!
Caroline McDavid
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January 31, 2025
Absolutely phenomenal experience. From start to finish, everything was top-notch. The atmosphere is charming and inviting, creating the perfect setting for an unforgettable meal.
The food? Flawless. Every dish was packed with incredible flavors, perfectly executed, and left us wanting more. And the dessert—truly out of this world! It was the kind of sweet finish that lingers in your mind long after the meal is over.
What truly set the experience apart, though, was Donnie. His impeccable service, suggestions, attention to detail, and genuine hospitality made the evening extra special. He went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, and it absolutely was. We felt like family. As someone who is constantly making choices, he helped eliminate the stress and insisted on surprise. Best gift for a mom who has to cook dinner every night at home.
Celebrated the day before Valentine's Day here to avoid crowds. Enjoyed the sparkling rose. The bread and oil was just that. Highly recommend adding spices to the olive oil since it was not enjoyable with zero flavor to it. The apps were good. The duck was VERY FATTY. Don't recommend it. The tuna tartar was full of what tasted like full of mayonnaise and couldn't even taste the tuna. Don't recommend it either. The sausage lamb was good, and the Taziki sauce was good! The beet salad was fresh but very small. The service was good. The online pictures make the restaurant look much bigger than it actually was (which was fine). The outdoor would be nice for when the weather is better. Would go back and try again. Good location and parking lot was across the street.
There are only a handful of meals in my 48 sounds around the sun that I can say are TRULY unforgettable…our evening at Muse is one of them! In fact, those I’ve shared the story with do not believe me or think I’m embellishing, but the truth is each of the five individuals in my dinner party will be reminiscing on the evening of January 4th, 2025 at different times throughout their lives. And please understand while the food was brilliantly spectacular, the most remarkable aspect of our time at Muse was the interaction with the owner, Donnie, whom my kids now refer to as Uncle Donnie 😉 I was the last to arrive at our table, as I had dropped everyone off at the quaint front open court entrance of Muse. As I ascended the stairs I heard a roar of laughter, which included my family, so I was more than curious as I turned the corner and entered one of the semi private dining areas. Donnie greeted me, continued his conversation with our table to learn more about our dietary restrictions, and then promptly took the menus away from our party and said, “I got you, just trust me”. This was the beginning of a dining experience that may never be surpassed. In addition to what seemed like an endless waive of curated courses, designed specifically for our palettes, Donnie held court investing his time and energy into my family. I’ll keep the details private, but along with countless laughs we shared many life lessons and goals for the new year, and left with more than a special birthday dessert (Thank you Fawn!). While I doubt our evening will ever be replicated, we cannot wait for our next trip to Charleston. And, if you’re like me and are big into reading reviews before selecting a new restaurant, you’ll see a common thread in the magic of Muse. So should the stars align, and you find yourself at Muse, maybe you too will meet Uncle Donnie 😉
Muse is a beautiful restaurant with amazing food and even better staff. I was there for a bachelorette celebration and Donnie made the experience so fun! He chose several dishes for us as well as cocktails and wine to pair our individual palates and the dishes. We shared several apps, entrees, and desserts and each one was incredible. Even the pickiest of us found several dishes they loved. Each staff member we interacted with was truly lovely and I already can’t wait to go back!
IF I COULD GIVE MUSE 25/10, I WOULD! This was the absolute best experience any of us have had, at a restaurant in YEARS! Donnie curated 3 spectacular courses, in addition to custom cocktails and wines!! Donnie chose 5 apps, 5 mains and 3 desserts for our group of 9 girls. The biggest thing was Donnie made it an experience for us! We didn’t have to make decisions, we simply sat back and enjoyed! He ended with inspirational words for the bride which had us all in tears. I could not say enough good things about Donnie and Muse!
Absolutely phenomenal experience. From start to finish, everything was top-notch. The atmosphere is charming and inviting, creating the perfect setting for an unforgettable meal. The food? Flawless. Every dish was packed with incredible flavors, perfectly executed, and left us wanting more. And the dessert—truly out of this world! It was the kind of sweet finish that lingers in your mind long after the meal is over. What truly set the experience apart, though, was Donnie. His impeccable service, suggestions, attention to detail, and genuine hospitality made the evening extra special. He went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, and it absolutely was. We felt like family. As someone who is constantly making choices, he helped eliminate the stress and insisted on surprise. Best gift for a mom who has to cook dinner every night at home.