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Make an Online Reservation or call the restaurant | *Charleston - Advanced Priority Seating only.

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Charleston, SC

California Dreaming has been serving the Charleston community since 1987. The large, open setting boasts floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Ashley River, providing a perfect backdrop for a lively birthday to romantic dinner. The panoramic views can also be enjoyed on the wrap-around deck with bar, that is easily accessible by boat with a complimentary slip; additionally the restaurant features online ordering with curbside pickup. Awarded Best Waterfront Dining and Best Salad - City Paper, 2004-2020.

*Please note, we accept Advanced Priority Seating at California Dreaming in Charleston, we do not take reservations. Advanced Priority Seating limits your wait on busy nights and allow us to seat you within a shorter time frame upon arrival of your entire party. We can accomodate parties of 6 or less at this time.

1 Ashley Point Dr
Charleston, SC 29407
Directions

843.766.1644 Order Now

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Hours

Catering | Curbside to-go

Dinner Menu

  • Dinner Menu

    • Starters

      • Crab Dip 14.95

        Lump crab, 4 cheeses, old bay pretzels.

      • Pimento Cheese 9.95

        House-made crackers, pickles, peach jalapeno jam.

      • Creamed Spinach Nachos 12.95

        with house-made chips.

      • Seafood Nachos 14.95

        Spicy shrimp, salmon, red onions, house-made chips, cheese sauce and lobster cream sauce with dill

      • Steamed Peel & Eat Shrimp

        Old Bay boil, served with cocktail sauce. GF

        1/2 Lb.9.95
        1 Lb.16.95

      • Nashville Hot Chicken Wings 12.95

        Marinated in hot pepper sauce, fried crispy, with bleu cheese dip

      • Fried Crab Claws 15.95

        Served with spicy cocktail sauce. (Limited availability)

      • She Crab Soup 8.95

        A rich and creamy Charleston classic

      • Croissants (5) 6.95

        Topped with honey-butter

    • Salads

      • California Dreaming 12.95

        Mixed greens, ham and turkey, cheddar and monterey jack cheeses, egg, tomatoes, almonds topped with warm ham and bacon, house dressing

      • Caesar 12.95

        Broiled chicken, crisp romaine with grated romano cheese and croutons

      • Roasted Salmon or Chicken 14.95

        Mixed greens, bacon, egg, avocado, tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette

      • Soup + House Salad 12.95

        She crab soup | Mixed greens, chopped eggs, tomatoes, toasted almonds, ham and bacon

    • Steaks, Chops & Ribs

      Aged USDA Choice | Served with a house or caesar salad and side item. Add broiled or fried shrimp to any steak +$6.95

      • Marinated Sirloin* 21.95

        10oz. sirloin steak marinated in fruit juices, garlic, soy sauce and spices. GF

      • New York Strip* 33.95

        14oz. topped with garlic butter. GF

      • Filet Mignon* 36.95

        8oz. barrel cut. GF

      • Prime Rib*

        10oz., slow-cooked and sliced to order. GF (Limited availability. After 4PM and all-day Sunday)

        A.Q. 

      • Ribeye* 32.95

        14oz. hand cut with cajun butter. GF

      • Pork Chop 21.95

        16oz. double bone, frenched chop. GF

      • Baby Back Ribs

        Danish full-flavored ribs, grilled with a charred exterior, basted with BBQ sauce, with side item. GF

        One Rack19.95
        Two Racks25.95

    • Entrees

      Add a house or caesar salad +$3.95

      • Fresh Catch

        Served with a side item.

        A.Q. 

      • Roasted Salmon 24.95

        Encrusted with rosemary and thyme, served with mashed potatoes and seasonal veggie.

      • Blackened Chicken Pasta 16.95

        Alfredo, scallions, tomatoes, with romano cheese

      • Roasted Chicken 17.95

        Half chicken, served with mashed potatoes and seasonal veggie.

      • N'Awlins Chicken 18.95

        12oz. double breast, shrimp, bayou sauce, mild queso, with mashed potatoes and seasonal veggie.

      • Chicken Tenders Platter 16.95

        Fried chicken tenderloins, served with house-made honey BBQ sauce and french fries.

    • Low Country Favorites

      • Fried Seafood Platter 25.95

        Large shrimp, oysters and flounder, served with french fries and cole slaw

      • Fried Shrimp 20.95

        Served with french fries and cole slaw

      • Crab Cakes 28.95

        Jumbo lump, mustard sauce, served with mashed potatoes and seasonal veggie.

      • Shrimp + Grits 18.95

        Jumbo shrimp, andouille sausage, Adluh Mills grits

      • Charleston Seafood Pasta 19.95

        Sautéed shrimp, clams, garlic cream, white wine, romano

      • Whole Fried Fish of the Day

        Served crispy with mashed potatoes and seasonal veggie.

        A.Q. 

    • Sandwiches & Burgers

      Served with french fries

      • Shrimp Tacos 11.95

        Jicama slaw, pickled red onions, chipotle aioli, cilantro, queso fresco

      • Club Sandwich 11.95

        Thinly sliced turkey, ham, bacon, cheddar and monterey jack cheeses, arugula, tomato and mayo on brioche.

      • Chicken Sandwich 11.95

        Broiled, topped with jack cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato and honey mustard

      • New Orleans Po' Boy 14.95

        Fried Shrimp or Oysters with lettuce, tomato and tartar sauce on french bread

      • American Burger* 11.95

        Lettuce, tomato, red onions, pickles and dijonnaise

      • Veggie Burger 12.95

        Beyond Burger, ® sweet soy, Duke's® mayo, monterey jack cheese, lettuce, pickle, tomato and red onions

      • "The Fairgrounds" Hot Roast Beef Sandwich 17.95

        Sliced prime rib dipped in au jus, swiss cheese on french bread.

    • Sides

      $3.95

      • French Fries

      • Seasonal Veggie

      • Mashed Potatoes

      • Creamy Cole Slaw

      • Baked Potato

    • Desserts

      $7.95

      • Chocolate Brownie

      • Apple Walnut Cobbler

      • Croissant Bread Pudding

      • Cheesecake

    • Gluten Free: Prepared in a Fryer with Wheat Ingredients. *Denotes Cooked to Order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodbourne illness especially if you have certain medical conditions

    Disclaimer: Pricing and availability subject to change.

  • Patio Menu

    • Starters

      • Steamed Peel & Eat Shrimp

        Seasoned and served with cocktail sauce

        1/2 Lb9.95
        1 Lb16.95

      • Tijuana Chicken Wings 11.95

        Marinated in hot pepper sauce, fried crispy, with bleu cheese dip

      • Chicken Strips Platter 16.95

        Fried chicken tenderloins, served with house-made strip sauce and french fries

      • Fried Shrimp 19.95

        Served with french fries

      • American Burger* 10.95

        Lettuce, tomato, red onions, pickles and Duke's mayo

      • Chilled Red Crab Claws

        Served with mustard sauce

        1/2 lb.10.95
        1 lb.17.95

    • Wine & Cocktails

      • Boozy Tea, Owl's Brew 5.95

        Darjeeling Tea, Strawberry, Hibiscus

      • Chardonnay, Meomi 9.95

      • Riesling, Kung Fu Girl 6.95

      • Pinot Gris, Wairau 6.95

      • Pinot Noir, Elouan 7.95

      • Red Blend, Murphy-Goode 8.95

      • Rosé, Saved Magic Maker, Kendall-Jackson 9.95

      • Hard Seltzer 5.95

        Truly (Lime), Bud Light, White Claw

      • Wine Spritzer 5.95

        Main & Vine, Pink Grapefruit

    • Beer

      • On Tap

        • Blue Moon 5.95

        • Coors Light 4.95

        • Founders 5.95

        • Ghost Monkey 5.95

        • Holy City 5.95

        • Indigo Reef 5.95

        • Pawleys Island 5.95

        • Tradesman 5.95

      • Craft / Local

        • Coast 5.95

          Hopart IPA

        • Freehouse 5.95

          Folly's Pride Blonde

        • Island Coastal Lager 5.95

        • Tradesman Bricklayer's Red Ale 4.95

      • Bottles & Cans

        • Angry Orchard 4.95

        • Bud Light 3.95

        • Budweiser 3.95

        • Corona Light 4.95

        • Duck-Rabbit Milk Stout 5.95

        • Michelob Ultra 3.95

        • Miller High Life 2.95

          7oz.

        • Miller Lite 3.95

        • Pabst Blue Ribbon 3.95

          16oz.

        • Yuengling 4.95

        • Truly 5.95

      • Frozen

        $7.95

        • Frose 7.95

        • Daiquiri 7.95

      • Pitchers

        $17.95

        • L.I.T 17.95

        • Margarita 17.95

        • Mojito 17.95

      • Disclaimer: Pricing and availability subject to change.

    • Kids Menu

      • Kids Menu

        Served with fries, a beverage and a scoop of ice cream.

        • Chicken Strips 6.50

        • Cheeseburger 6.95

        • Fried Shrimp 6.95

        • Chicken Wings 6.95

        • Grilled Cheese 5.95

        • Fettuccine Alfredo 5.95

          (no side)

      • Disclaimer: Pricing and availability subject to change.

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