California Dreaming

Category: American restaurant in Charleston, South Carolina

Address: 1 Ashley Point Dr, Charleston, SC 29407, USA

Phone: +18437661644

Opening hours

Sunday: 12–9PM

Monday: 4–9PM

Tuesday: 4–9PM

Wednesday: 4–9PM

Thursday: 4–9PM

Friday: 4–10PM

Saturday: 12–10PM

Reviews

Stacy Weaver

Jul 30, 2022

First make sure you have reservations. We got seated very quickly when we came through the door. You can also make recommendations when you reserve too like ask for a window seat. Secondly, the menu is very short. There used to be a big selection, not anymore. Service was okay, could be a lot better. Prices have gone up, $37.00 filet steak, side, and salad. The croissants have changed. So much better. However, you don't get side butter anymore. House salad, 🙄 needs more toppings. You barely get tomatoes. The famous chicken tenders, the first batch was okay. The second batch, tasted like seafood and was over cooked. Will I come back again. Absolutely not. Over-priced meals, the bathroom was disgusting. Feet sticking to the floor as you walk through. Very disappointed, not the place I remember.

Maria James

May 22, 2022

We had a 45 minute wait, but it was well worth it. The food was absolutely delicious. The view is amazing. The staff was very courteous and professional.

Nathan Garcia

Apr 21, 2022

I really wanted to enjoy this but it is missing just a few things to put it over the top. California Dreaming is an American restaurant located in Charleston. I’m not sure why the restaurant has this name when nothing on the menu makes me think of CA. Expect your typical steak, chicken, and seafood staples. The small menu and high prices perhaps set my expectations a little too high. The location and building is absolutely gorgeous and that alone is worth stopping in for a drink. The menu flavors are salt, butter, and honey and lacking in inspiration. I understand the prices need to pay for the premium real estate, but perhaps a new head chef could to turn this place into a landmark. The service was good although there was a long wait time for a restaurant at half capacity. Parking is good and it is easily accessible. There were no covid restrictions at the time of this writing. A one and done for tourists as the locals know better.

Isaiah Moore

Jan 12, 2022

The location appears to be on a piece of land on a peninsula, and with the all around glass windows, looking out on the water makes for a great atmosphere. As for the food, the bread was light, honeyed, and amazing. The chutney and pimento cheese appetizer was a blend of flavors your taste buds didn't know you'd missed. And the blackened chicken pasta was tasty and filling. Our server was extremely polite and funny too!

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Questions & Answers

Are they expensive?

Darlene White | Apr 26, 2018
Dylan Soustek | Apr 27, 2018

No more expensive than olive garden or apple bees.

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Call ahead seating?

Sonja Rogers | Apr 26, 2018
Heidi Krenzke | Apr 27, 2018

Called 45 minutes ahead, still had to wait. They stated you have to call 15 minutes ahead.....

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Is there any specials for Easter

lisa ogrady | Apr 26, 2018
teresa miller | Apr 27, 2018

I've been going for over 30 yrs and they have never had specials. All of their food is good. They have fish on the menu.

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Do they have an elevator for handicap customers?

D M Vaillancourt | Dec 26, 2021
ingrid bowling | Dec 27, 2021

No, but they do have a ranp

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Is it local sea food

Tootie Wilson | Apr 25, 2021
Brent | Apr 26, 2021

Sure is and good

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Do they take reservations?

Marie Seabrook | Apr 25, 2020
Phil Hicks | Apr 26, 2020

Not on the day of...

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Orders to go available?

Tiffany Smith | Apr 26, 2019
Miss Beth | Apr 27, 2019

Yes

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Are reservations required

Cole Langrehr | Apr 26, 2018
Arthur Cooper | Apr 27, 2018

No

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is this a pet friendly restaurant?

Alta Lewis | Apr 26, 2018
Howard Watkins | Apr 27, 2018

Your pets are welcome for outside dinning only

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Do they serve local seafood?

Steven Wolfe | Apr 26, 2018
Cal Ellison | Apr 27, 2018

I go to California Dreaming for Their Baby Back Ribs. They are Danish in origin, which the best rib restaurants serve. For sea food there are many Charleston Restaurants who specialize in sea food like 82 Queen.

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What kind of beer selection is there?

Sean Maher | Apr 26, 2019
Jerrika Morrell | Apr 27, 2019

They have imports - peroni, corona extra, windhoek, heinken. Local beer - carling, castle, flying fish, and hansa. On taps - stella artois, castle lite, heineken, and windhoek lager. Local craft beers - the bird lager, butcher black ale, kings blockhouse IPA, jack lager, and devils peak pale ale.

Does anyone know if they do gift certificates?

Hayley Nicole | Apr 26, 2018
Leroy Middleton | Apr 27, 2018

Yes. They are great ideas.

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Do the have any gluten free items

Kim Padgett | Dec 26, 2021
TheSouthern FoodieGuy | Dec 27, 2021

Honestly it depends on the current Chef at the moment, but to answer your question yes they are able to accommodate your gluten free needs per request

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Is California Dreaming open for lunch

Ruth Taylor | Nov 26, 2021
David Hanson | Nov 27, 2021

Nope.

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Does California Dreaming allow dogs outside on the patio? Traveling with our Burnaby.

Sally Malasky | Sep 27, 2021
Charlene Armstrong | Sep 28, 2021

Only service animals

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Can the take a group of 30 people?

Bradley Pendergraff | Jul 29, 2021
Ray Gillespie | Jul 30, 2021

We have had work parties there before with that many. Called a few weeks out to setup.

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Do they have wheelchair accessible

Monique Butler | Jun 29, 2021
Avis Brown | Jun 30, 2021

Yes they do

What are the Covid safety practices like here?

People are asking | Apr 25, 2021
mary robinson | Apr 26, 2021

Everyone had on masks the servers, even those working in the Kitchen.

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What kind of dress attire is it?

Jessica Michelle | Apr 25, 2021
William Johnson | Apr 26, 2021

Casual

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Are they social distancing their tables during this time?

Lisa Moultrie | Apr 25, 2021
Dale Padgett | Apr 26, 2021

Their tables are set up at 50% capacity.

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When will they open back up for inside dining ?

Linda Cothran | Apr 25, 2021
Sherod Timmons | Apr 26, 2021

Not sure was in the area for the docks

What is going on new years eve? Staying at the Crown Plaza and want to Uber over. Thanks in advance.

Tim Daugherty | Apr 25, 2020
Carolyn “Alex” Arnott | Apr 26, 2020

Not sure either. Call the restaurant.

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do u have popcorn shrimp

brenda altman | Apr 25, 2020
christal peeler | Apr 26, 2020

I really don't remember because I ordered the chopped bbq.

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Is there an elevator or ramp for senior citizens?

Carolyn Bradley | Apr 25, 2020
Paul | Apr 26, 2020

There is a handicap entrance at the left side.

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Do they have elavator acess ?

Don Rentz | Apr 25, 2020
Shane Durnin | Apr 26, 2020

No

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Is there parking

Corinne Margulies | Apr 25, 2020
Tiffany Halley | Apr 26, 2020

There is a lot of parking for cars and boats.

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Is there an elevator for wheelchairs?

Carol Karcher | Apr 26, 2019
Joe Leopold | Apr 27, 2019

No

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Can you charter a boat tour while there?

Latisha Ackerman | Apr 26, 2019
Steve McDowell | Apr 27, 2019

No you can not

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Can you bring a birthday cake with you

Latasha Shuler | Apr 26, 2019
Terry hampton | Apr 27, 2019

Yes you can give it to the host when you come in and they will put it in the back fridge... ask your server for it when your ready...

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I need to see the menu

Mary Ravenell | Apr 26, 2019
Joshua Scruggs | Apr 27, 2019

Ok, well go to their website and check it out

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Do they deliver?

Ernesto Lopez | Apr 26, 2019
Stanley MacDougall | Apr 27, 2019

No they don't deliver, Try going to Uber eats and they might deliver from them

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Are there formal settings with tablecloths and privacy for a small group?

Carol Smith Pike | Apr 26, 2019
Courtney De Blasio | Apr 27, 2019

They dont have a closed off section or table clothes to my knowladge. If its a slow night however they might be able to work with you let you have your own corner for the night.

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Do you do private/semi private parties? For 50-60 people.

tracy abata | Apr 26, 2018
Ali Taylor | Apr 27, 2018

Yes

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Is there handicap access?

Pam Saulisbury | Apr 26, 2018
Cal Ellison | Apr 27, 2018

They have a wheelchair ramp to the right of the main entrance

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Do you accept reservations for Sunday?

Steve Williams Realtor Charleston South Carolina | Apr 26, 2019
Jerrika Morrell | Apr 27, 2019

Yes, they do.

What time is happy hour

Heather Peverill | Apr 26, 2019
Charity H. | Apr 27, 2019

There is no happy hour. Drink prices are very reasonable, and this is why CD does not do a happy hour.

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What are your healthy options ,do you have vegan options

alan mosher | Apr 26, 2018
Heather Bures | Apr 27, 2018

Salads are great and very large portion.

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WHAT WILL YOUR HOURS BE FOR MONDAY, MLK DAY?

Nancy Hudson | Apr 26, 2018
De Mock | Apr 27, 2018

Regular

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Do you take reservations?

Betsy Swider | Apr 26, 2018
Kat Taylor | Apr 27, 2018

Yes

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Does anyone know when they will reopen?

Bingo The One-eyed Wondercat | Apr 26, 2018
james bartels | Apr 27, 2018

Just eat there today

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Have you reopened since the storm?

Paul Powell | Apr 26, 2018
John Gordon | Apr 27, 2018

I contacted them through Facebook messenger and they said they will not be open on Thursday. They also said that they would update their Facebook page to let people know when they would be back open.

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