Estadio
A vibrant Spanish tapas bar in Charleston offering authentic flavors, unique cocktails, and a cozy, transportive atmosphere.
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Estadio
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A vibrant Spanish tapas bar in Charleston offering authentic flavors, unique cocktails, and a cozy, transportive atmosphere.
"This cozy Spring Street gem has been serving up killer Spanish-inspired drinks and uniquely tasty bites for some time."
Don't Miss the Churros
Try the unique churros for a delightful twist on this classic dessert; they're a must-have!
Happy Hour Deals
Visit during happy hour for excellent deals on drinks and small bites.
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Cuisine
Spanish
Price
Mid-range
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Spanish-Inspired Tapas & Drinks
Experience a vibrant Spanish-style tapas bar with an extensive gin and sherry selection, including unique porron cocktails.
Standout Dishes
Savor highly recommended dishes like Gildas skewers, pigs in a blanket, and the sublime brick chicken.
Cozy & Vibrant Ambiance
Enjoy an intimate and casual atmosphere that transports you to Spain, perfect for social gatherings or date nights.
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Don't Miss the Churros
Try the unique churros for a delightful twist on this classic dessert; they're a must-have!
Happy Hour Deals
Visit during happy hour for excellent deals on drinks and small bites.
Bar Seating for Action
Consider sitting at the bar to watch the chefs in action.
Budgeting for Drinks
Expect to spend around $50+ per person if you plan on enjoying alcoholic beverages.
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Don't Miss the Churros
Try the unique churros for a delightful twist on this classic dessert; they're a must-have!
Happy Hour Deals
Visit during happy hour for excellent deals on drinks and small bites.
Bar Seating for Action
Consider sitting at the bar to watch the chefs in action.
Budgeting for Drinks
Expect to spend around $50+ per person if you plan on enjoying alcoholic beverages.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Estadio is celebrated for its vibrant Spanish-inspired tapas and exceptional drinks, creating an intimate and fun atmosphere. Diners rave about standout dishes like Gildas skewers and unique churros, alongside a strong gin and sherry selection. While generally praised, some reviews note stingy serving sizes on certain items.
"Times here: 6+ I'm a huge fan of Estadio. This cozy Spring Street gem has been serving up killer Spanish-inspired drinks and uniquely tasty bites for some time, and I've been remiss in not reviewing it till now.
Briefly, you get Spanish fare in a small / large plate format, with a heavy emphasis on anchovies, olives, piquant peppers, pork and general texture mastery. For drinks, think effervescent cocktails, heavy on gin & citrus, plus vermouth, sherry, sangria and a bevy of bright, affordable, crushable wines. Oh yeah, the Estadio bar also rocks a strong porron game. (A porron is a mystical shortcut to elevate or end your night, depending on your constitution.)
While the dishes rotate fairly quickly, some of my stalwart favorites include the savory olive-black anchovy-pepper Gildas skewers, the piping hot and addictive pigs in a blanket, and the sublime brick chicken, which is my favorite chicken dish in Charleston, and that's saying something.
It's a gem of a restaurant that deserves your support - but if you don't take my word for it, visit Estadio and check it out for yourself. The happy hour is strong, the bar service excellent (shoutout to Grayson here) and the vibes convival, interesting, and casual.
Expect to spend about about $50+ per person if you're drinking booze. Parking can be tricky, but you're on foot or have a driver, right? Right. Carry on."
Dan Adams
"Awesome atmosphere, food and prompt service. Manchego cheese and Serrano ham with pigs in blanket to start, BBQ ribs and Flank steak were on point. Finish with the chocolate churros. Thank you Estadio team!"
G P
"I had a great time in this place. Food was incredible. I was hungry and ordered the steak that was awesome, tender, soft and juicy. I had also scallops and the sauce was magnificent, crunchy by the almonds and a little bitter that balances the whole flavor.
Churros are a must! They are not like the typical churros. Just try them"
Adrian Garcia
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Frequently Asked Questions
Estadio serves Spanish-inspired tapas, including Gildas skewers, pigs in a blanket, brick chicken, and more.
They are known for their unique cocktails, including porron game cocktails, Rosé GinTonics, and a wide selection of gin and sherry.
The intimate and casual atmosphere makes it a great spot for both romantic date nights and meeting friends.
Highly recommended dishes include the Gildas skewers, pigs in a blanket, brick chicken, and the unique churros for dessert.
Yes, Estadio offers a happy hour with great deals on drinks, typically from 5 pm to 6 pm.
Expect to spend around $50+ per person if you are drinking alcohol.
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This tapas spot in the trendy Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood is buzzy, casual, and intimate, feels like you’re in Spain, and the food and wine is so good!. Great spot to meet friends for tapas or for a little date night. Tucked into a court a few blocks from King Street, Spanish-inspired specialties fill the menu, like flavor-packed local shrimp, crudo, an Iberian twist on pigs in a blanket ( you have to order it !) , and the wine list is one of my favorites.
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If you’re looking for something other than Southern fare, you might try the Spanish-style tapas at Estadio Charleston. This intimate 39-seat restaurant serves aromatic paella. Or try the steak grilled in a South American style that the Post and Courier’s critic described as “rich and robust” and one of the restaurant’s edible highlights.
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Estadio, which opened on Spring Street in October 2019, is technically the second outpost of a successful Washington, D.C., Spanish-style bar and tapas restaurant. The decor and the deep sherry and gin selection echo the D.C. original, but executive chef Alex Lira’s impressive menu is unique to Charleston.
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Estadio is a vibrant Spanish restaurant and bar that has a large Gin, Sherry, and Wine menu to enjoy alongside their tasty tapas. Neighborhood: Downtown | Cannonborough/Elliotborough. Order this: Rosé GinTonic
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Experience the vibrant flavors of Spain right in the heart of Charleston. Estadio offers a celebration of Spanish culture fused with the warmth of a local gathering place.
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Estadio Charleston, 122 Spring St. | Starting at 5 p.m., place an online order, make a reservation, or simply walk into this local Spanish-style bar + restaurant.
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