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 and The Post & Courier, 2004-2020.

*Please note, we manage our seating with Advance Priority Seating to limit wait times and allow us to seat tables within a shorter time frame upon arrival of the entire party. To reserve, please call or reserve online.

We are able to accommodate parties of up to 6 guests.

1 Ashley Point Dr
Charleston, SC 29407
Directions

843.766.1644 Order Now

Reserve

Hours

Catering | Curbside to-go

The Ashley Patio

Kids Menu

Starters
- She Crab Soup 8.95
  A rich and creamy Charleston classic
- Steamed Peel & Eat Shrimp
  Old Bay boil, served with cocktail sauce. GF
  1/2 Lb.9.95
  1 Lb.16.95
- Cali-Flower 9.95
  Crispy cauliflower, tosed in a thai chili sauce, scallions.
- Pimento Cheese 9.95
  House-made crackers, pickles, peach jalapeno jam.
- Creamed Spinach Nachos 12.95
  with house-made chips.
- Blistered Shishito Peppers 9.95
  Tossed in a ponzu sauce served with creamy herb dipping sauce.
- Nashville Hot Chicken Wings 12.95
  Marinated in hot pepper sauce, fried crispy, with bleu cheese dip
- Croissants (5) 6.95
  Topped with honey-butter
- Seafood Nachos 15.95
  Spicy shrimp, salmon, red onions, house-made chips, cheese sauce and lobster cream sauce with dill
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. Fried shrimp 13.95 | Fried oysters 14.95
- Roasted Salmon or Chicken 14.95
  Roasted salmon, mixed greens, bacon, egg, avocado, tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette. Chicken 12.95
- Soup + House Salad 13.95
  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
- New York Strip* 33.95
  14oz. topped with garlic butter. GF
- Filet Mignon* 36.95
  8oz. barrel cut. GF
- Marinated Sirloin* 21.95
  10oz. sirloin steak marinated in fruit juices, garlic, soy sauce and spices. GF
- Ribeye* 32.95
  14oz. hand cut with cajun butter. GF
- Prime Rib*
  10oz., slow-cooked and sliced to order. GF (Limited availability. After 4PM and all-day Sunday)
  A.Q.
- Pork Chop 22.95
  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 Rack 19.95 | Two Racks 25.95
  One Rack19.95
Entrees
Add a house or caesar salad +$3.95
- 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.
- Chicken Tenders Platter 16.95
  Fried chicken tenderloins, served with house-made honey BBQ sauce and french fries.
- Whole Fried Fish of the Day
  Served crispy with mashed potatoes and seasonal veggie.
  A.Q.
Low Country Favorites
- Fried Seafood Platter 26.95
  Large shrimp, oysters and flounder, served with french fries and cole slaw
- Fried Shrimp 20.95
  Served with french fries and cole slaw
- Charleston Seafood Pasta 19.95
  Sautéed shrimp, clams, garlic cream, white wine, romano
- Shrimp + Grits 18.95
  Jumbo shrimp, andouille sausage, Adluh Mills grits
- Low Country Boil 25.95
  Shrimp, andouille sausage, potatoes, corn with a signature garlic seafood butter.
Sandwiches & Burgers
Served with french fries
- Shrimp Tacos 12.95
  Jicama slaw, pickled red onions, chipotle aioli, cilantro, queso fresco
- Club Sandwich 11.95
  Thinly sliced turkey, ham, bacon, cheddar and monterey jack cheeses, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted sourdough.
- 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
- Classic Cheeseburger* 12.95
  Lettuce, tomato, red onions, pickles and dijonnaise. Add bacon +1
- French Dip 17.95
  Shaved prime rib, garlic aioli, served with au jus.
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.

The Ashley Patio

🍴 Patio Menu
- Low Country Boil 25.95
  Shrimp, andouille sausage, potatoes, corn, with a signature garlic seafood butter.
- Chicken Sandwich 11.95
  Broiled, topped with jack cheeese, bacon, shredded lettuce, tomato and honey mustard on brioche, served with house-made chips.
- Classic Cheeseburger* 12.95
  Lettuce, tomato, cheddar, red onions, pickles and dijonnaise. Add bacon +1.
- Steamed Peel & Eat Shrimp 9.95
  Old Bay boil, served with cocktail sauce. 1/2 lb. GF
- Baby Back Ribs 19.95
  Single rack of danish full-flavored ribs, grilled with a charred exterior, basted with BBQ sauces, served with house-made chips. GF
Wine
- Impero, Chardonnay, Italy
  Glass8.95
  Bottle35.00
- Silver Tuna, Pinot Grigio, Italy
  Glass9.95
  Bottle39.00
- Silverado, Sauvignon Blanc, California
  Glass9.95
  Bottle35.00
- Biasiotto, Prosecco, Friuli, Italy
  Glass11.95
  Bottle47.00
- Villa Balestra, Moscato Rose, Italy
  Glass8.95
  Bottle35.00
- Elouan, Pinot Noir, Oregon
  Glass9.95
  Bottle35.00
Can Cocktails
- Cutwater 5.95
- Bacardi 5.95
- Island Coastal 5.95
- High Noon 5.95
- White Claw 5.95
Beer
- Blue Moon 4.95
- Bud Light 4.95
- Budweiser 4.95
- Coors Light 4.95
- Corona Light 4.95
- Michelob Ultra 4.95
- Miller Lite 4.95
- Yuengling 4.95

California Dreaming on the Ashley serves a limited food and drink menu to provide the best experience possible. Please visit the restaurant upstairs for our full service offerings.

Disclaimer: Pricing and availability subject to change.

Kids Menu

Kids Menu
Served with fries and a beverage.
- Chicken Strips 6.95
- Cheeseburger 6.95
- Fried Shrimp 6.95
- Chicken Wings 6.95
- Grilled Cheese 6.95
- Fettuccine Alfredo 6.95
  (no side)

Disclaimer: Pricing and availability subject to change.

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Charleston, SC

Hours

Catering | Curbside to-go

Menu

Starters

She Crab Soup 8.95

Steamed Peel & Eat Shrimp

1/2 Lb.9.95

1 Lb.16.95

Cali-Flower 9.95

Pimento Cheese 9.95

Creamed Spinach Nachos 12.95

Blistered Shishito Peppers 9.95

Nashville Hot Chicken Wings 12.95

Croissants (5) 6.95

Seafood Nachos 15.95

Salads

California Dreaming 12.95

Caesar 12.95

Roasted Salmon or Chicken 14.95

Soup + House Salad 13.95

Steaks, Chops & Ribs

New York Strip* 33.95

Filet Mignon* 36.95

Marinated Sirloin* 21.95

Ribeye* 32.95

Prime Rib*

A.Q.

Pork Chop 22.95

Baby Back Ribs

One Rack19.95

Entrees

Roasted Salmon 24.95

Blackened Chicken Pasta 16.95

Roasted Chicken 17.95

Chicken Tenders Platter 16.95

Whole Fried Fish of the Day

A.Q.

Low Country Favorites

Fried Seafood Platter 26.95

Fried Shrimp 20.95

Charleston Seafood Pasta 19.95

Shrimp + Grits 18.95

Low Country Boil 25.95

Sandwiches & Burgers

Shrimp Tacos 12.95

Club Sandwich 11.95

Chicken Sandwich 11.95

New Orleans Po' Boy 14.95

Classic Cheeseburger* 12.95

French Dip 17.95

Sides

French Fries

Seasonal Veggie

Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Cole Slaw

Baked Potato

Desserts

Chocolate Brownie

Apple Walnut Cobbler

Croissant Bread Pudding

Cheesecake

The Ashley Patio

🍴 Patio Menu

Low Country Boil 25.95

Chicken Sandwich 11.95

Classic Cheeseburger* 12.95

Steamed Peel & Eat Shrimp 9.95

Baby Back Ribs 19.95

Wine

Impero, Chardonnay, Italy

Glass8.95

Bottle35.00

Silver Tuna, Pinot Grigio, Italy

Glass9.95

Bottle39.00

Silverado, Sauvignon Blanc, California

Glass9.95

Bottle35.00

Biasiotto, Prosecco, Friuli, Italy