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From prestigious travel publications to top-rated review sites, we are honored to have been recognized by some of the most respected names in the industry.
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12/8/2025
Travelers Have Voted: Here’s Where to Play, Eat, and Stay in Charleston, SC
Tucked into the carriage house of the historic Wentworth Mansion, the fine-dining institution Circa 1886 — which is a top-rated date night spot on Tripadvisor — offers tasting menus inspired by Charleston’s rivers: The Ashley and The Cooper.
Matador Network
11/23/2025
South Carolina's 'Most Beautiful Restaurant' Is A Historic Charleston Carriage House Charmer
Circa 1886 is situated inside the Wentworth Mansion, a romantic Southern mansion turned boutique hotel tucked away in the quiet Historic District of downtown Charleston.
Yahoo!Life
11/4/2025
Once Upon a Dinner
Classic literature and festive food at Circa 1886 combine to form an instant holiday tradition.
Charleston Living Magazine
11/4/2025
A Legacy of Southern Hospitality
Now in its 26th year, Circa 1886 is among a handful of legacy restaurants, celebrating the Lowcountry seasons with contemporary dishes crafted by Executive Chef and Co-Owner Marc Collins.
Charleston Living Magazine
10/7/2025
Synergy at Circa 1886
Two new tasting menus with optional wine pairings allow diners to taste up to 10 different courses at one table if they order one of each.
Local Palate-Snapshot Charleston
10/2/2025
50 Most Influential People
With a deft hand, Chef Marc Collins delivers not one, but tow tasting menu experiences for his guests at Circa 1886 Restaurant.
Charleston Magazine
9/12/2025
Trust the Chef-The Delicious Art of Letting Go
With a deft hand, Chef Marc Collins delivers not one, but tow tasting menu experiences for his guests at Circa 1886 Restaurant.
Southern Flavor Magazine
7/31/2025
Highest-rated fine dining restaurants in the Charleston, South Carolina area by diners
Fine dining in the United States isn't what it used to be. Many customers are no longer interested in classic white tablecloths and 16-ounce New York strips; these days, it's all about cutting-edge culinary experiences.
Stacker
5/16/2025
Charleston chefs talk reality TV competitions
The secrecy and the intense competition are familiar to at least two other Charleston chefs. Circa 1886 pastry chef Ashley Cardona competed last year on the Food Network’s Wizards of Baking (she was out in the second round) and Kultura’s Nikko Cagalanan won his 2022 episode of Food Network’s Chopped.
Charleston City Paper
5/15/2025
15 Minutes With Marc Collins: the Circa 1886 chef on 25 years of fine dining & creating Charleston Wine + Food
Circa 1886 Chef Marc Collins talks about 25 years of fine dining and creating the Charleston Wine + Food Festival.
Charleston Living Magazine
4/8/2025
Michelin-Worthy Restaurants in Charleston, a City That Doesn’t Miss
As a game plan for the Michelin inspectors, or just to help you plan your next meal, here then are the Charleston restaurants well-deserving of a Michelin star.
The Adventurist
3/25/2025
Pastry Chef Ashley Cardona
Ashley Cardona's desserts are playful winks to the ingredients she uses.
Charleston City Paper
3/7/2025
How to Throw a Perfect Bachelorette Party in Charleston
How to Throw a Perfect Bachelorette Party in Charleston
Conde Nast Traveler
3/4/2025
The most beautiful restaurant in every US state
Looks really do matter when you’re looking for the right place to eat. The best restaurants offer not just delicious food, but also the right atmosphere.
Love Food
2/7/2025
Spring is the Perfect Time to Visit Charleston
Cobblestone streets, rich history, and a vibrant culinary scene make Charleston, SC one of the top cities to visit in America.
JustLuxe
1/1/2025
Unforgettable Date Night
Charleston is a city that knows romance with its cobblestone streets, dreamy sunsets, and unforgettable dining experiences.
Charleston Living Magazine
12/9/2024
The ultimate foodie guide to Charleston
Charleston is having a moment. Much of the buzz, rightly so, is about the city’s dynamic food and drink scene.
Swoon Magazine
11/16/2024
The 39 Best Restaurants in Charleston
Circa 1886 Restaurant has been included in the best 39 restaurants in Charleston list in Conde Nast Traveler.
Conde Nast Traveler
11/12/2024
Charleston Pastry Pro Ashley Cardona Brings Harry Potter Magic to Food Network’s New Baking Show
Circa 1886 Restaurant's Executive Pastry Chef Ashley Cardona Brings Harry Potter Magic to Food Network’s New Baking Show, Wizards of Baking.
Holy City Sinner
10/11/2024
Food & Wine Classic in Charleston—An Inaugural Hit
Charleston's history, architecture, southern hospitality and food scene all add up to this winning formula. FOOD & WINE Classic in Charleston is hosted by Food & Wine, Southern Living, and Travel + Leisure with Explore Charleston as the event’s presenting sponsor.
JustLuxe
10/01/2024
Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Restaurants
Circa 1886 has been ranked as the No. 15 Best Fine Dining Restaurant in the U.S. and the No. 5 Best Fine Dining Restaurant in Charleston by TripAdvisor.
TripAdvisor
9/11/2024
Highest-rated fine dining restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina by diners
Fine dining in the U.S. isn’t what it used to be. Many customers are no longer interested in classic white tablecloths and 16-ounce New York strips; instead, it’s about cutting-edge culinary experiences.
Stacker
8/21/2024
Homemade Graham Crackers with Executive Pastry Chef Ashely Cardona
For this installment, Associate Director of Commerce Sarah Wasilak shares what essentials are in her suitcase for a trip to Charleston, SC.
Live 5 News
5/23/2024
16 Essentials I Never Forget to Pack For a Trip to Charleston
For this installment, Associate Director of Commerce Sarah Wasilak shares what essentials are in her suitcase for a trip to Charleston, SC.
Popsugar
5/16/2024
This Couple Brought New York City to South Carolina for Their Gatsby-Themed Wedding at an Art Museum
The wedding weekend ended with a second line parade. PHOTO BY LISA ZIESING WITH ABBY JIU PHOTOGRAPHY
Brides
4/26/2024
Focus on fresh: Charleston restaurants work hard to keep things ‘fresh on the menu’
If you’ve ever dined at a restaurant and seen the “Fresh on the Menu” claim on the menu, you might just assume that this is just another farm-to-table restaurant. You’d be partly correct.
Charleston City Paper
4/18/2024
Venues With Vibe
It's always event season in Charleston and women congregate for showers, rehearsals, business affairs, and a host of other things.
Charleston Women Magazine
3/12/2024
Southern Gilded Age Mansions Live on as Hotels
Part of Charleston’s iconic Wentworth Mansion, Circa 1886 is set in the original carriage house – and it retains plenty of historic charm, coupled with fresh, modern touches.
Garden & Gun
3/12/2024
The most beautiful restaurant in every US state
Part of Charleston’s iconic Wentworth Mansion, Circa 1886 is set in the original carriage house – and it retains plenty of historic charm, coupled with fresh, modern touches.
Love Food
2/27/2024
15 Best Hotels in Charleston
Guests of Wentworth Mansion are encouraged to dine at Circa 1886, the restaurant located in the mansion’s original carriage house.
Travel + Leisure
2/25/20234
25th Annual Chefs’ Feast Gala
Executive Chef Marc Collins participates in the 25th annual Chefs' Feast Gala at Trident College.
Live 5 News
2/15/2024
Charleston South Carolina Restaurant – Circa 1886
If you are looking for an elegant dinner option in historic downtown Charleston, South Carolina, then you need to dine at Circa 1886.
Silver Sun Seeker
12/01/2023
15 Minutes with Ashley Cardona
Charming Inns' French-trained executive pastry chef put the sugar and spice into the holidays
Charleston Magazine
10/03/2023
SC has 4 of the best fine dining restaurants in the US for 2023, Tripadvisor says
Circa 1886 Restaurant is one of Tripadvisor's Best of the Best Restaurants honorees, based on customer reviews.
The State
09/28/2023
Charleston restaurants shine in Tripadvisor's top 10 US fine dining list for 2023
Circa 1886 Restaurant is one of Tripadvisor's Best of the Best Restaurants honorees, based on customer reviews.
Patch
09/28/2023
Charleston restaurants shine in Tripadvisor's top 10 US fine dining list for 2023
15 News
07/13/2023
South Carolina restaurants honored with Wine Spectator’s 2023 Restaurant Awards
GSA Business REport
07/05/2023
Charlestonians in Charge: Meet the tastemakers Quenching the Holy City’s Thirst
The Somm Journal
05/31/2023
Travelers’ Choice Best Fine Dining in the United States
TripAdvisor
05/24/2023
The Ultimate Charleston Travel Guide
This is the insider's guide to the charming Southern city
Observer
05/2023
The 30 best restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina for your next special occasion, according to Tripadvisor
MSN (Stacker)
04/26/2023
Beautiful Surprises and Silliness on Our Visit to Charleston, SC
NextTribe
04/27/2023
Charleston Restaurants You Should Be Dining At This Week
Restaurant Clicks
04/21/2023
Your State's Top-Rated Romantic Restaurant To Impress Your Date
Love Food
04/14/2023
22 Best Romantic Restaurants in the United States
VacationIdea
04/12/23
The Coziest Restaurants Across America
MSN (Cheapism)
03/27/23
22 Best Romantic Restaurants
VacationIdea-Dream Vacation Magazine
March 2023
Your State's Most Impressive Restaurant For A Meal To Remember
MSN (Love Food)
02/2/2023
Your State's Best Restaurant To Impress A Date
Love Food
02/07/2023
How to Throw a Perfect Bachelorette Party in Charleston
Conde Nast Traveler
02/21/2023
36 Best Restaurants in Charleston
Conde Nast Traveler
11/22/2022
17 Hotels in Charleston for a Truly Local Stay
AFAR
06/23/2022
Four restaurants in South Carolina have been ranked as the best places to eat in the United States
News Break
12/13/2022
10 Amazing Things To Do In Charleston, South Carolina
The Travel
12/12/2022
Charleston’s Delicious Charm
Florida Country Magazine
11/8/2022
Pastry programs reach new heights at 2 established Charleston restaurants
Post & Courier
5/11/2022
We took a custom land rover defender on the ultimate South Carolina Road Trip
Maxim
5/11/2022
You Can Never Have Enough Charleston!
Luxe Beat Magazine
02/07/2023
The Most Romantic Restaurants Around The Country
Prepping for Valentine's Day? If you're not in the mood to cook a Valentine's dinner, we've got you covered. We've rounded up the coziest, most romantic restaurants around the country.
Delish
02/01/2020
The Most Romantic Restaurants in the World
A truly romantic evening should pull out all the stops—from sumptuous cuisine and exquisite flowers to beautiful surroundings and, of course, amazing company.
Architectural Digest
06/01/2022
10 Amazing Charleston Restaurants for Your Wedding Day
Planning a wedding? Why not leave the catering in the hands of a restaurant you know and trust? Many Charleston establishments have space to host receptions and give patrons the same experience they would find in the dining room. The Holy City is a popular wedding destination, so book these spaces early — like, really early.
Carolinas Eater
