A fast-casual eatery with a southern drawl, The Grit Counter brings you The Original Grit Bowl featuring signature creations or the option to build your own just the way you want. And while grits are the cornerstone, the southern-focused menu offers sandwiches, soup and salads, made to order using fresh + local ingredients. Whether you’re popping in for a quick bite before an event at The North Charleston Coliseum, or looking to relax with friends, there’s a little bit of something for everyone at The Grit Counter.
Based on 567 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
3438 W Montague Ave, North Charleston, SC 29418
Phone: (854) 895-4748
Website: https://www.gritcounter.com/
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Hours
| Wednesday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–3 PM |
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Reviews
Fred Thomas III
Actually my sister found this place and it was a good fine. They offer a good taste of South Carolina and/or southern cuisine. The spot in North Charleston is easy to access. There is plenty of free parking. You can dine in, order your meal cafeteria style of go to the bar where the server will take care of your order. Service was quick and one hot tip is to be sure to sample the sweet corn.
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RES RES
We were staying at the hotel next door so decided to taste the grits one evening. We did the tasting of 6 flavors and really enjoyed them! Price was fair. We saw they carry sweet corn ice cream so had to try it – unfortunately it came as a banana pudding not plain so you couldn’t taste it at all and only the banana. And the price was too high for the size. Inside seemed very clean and the employees were exceptionally friendly and helpful.
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Toni Smith
Very nice atmosphere. There is a full seating area. I noticed many people having meetings or were there with their families. There is also a full bar as soon as you walk in.
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Aubrey X
Visiting this establishment and not partaking in one of the grit bowls is a sin. Intriguing flavors and hefty portions are the reasons I’d definitely return. The hospitality of the crew was the cherry on top.
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Angela Valentine
WOW – came in & sat at the bar area, ordered the park circle “peaches & cream.” Grits asked for extra crispy bacon ✔️, the biscuits were flaky w house homemade blueberry jam! Aiden was great and offered good suggestions. Never too early for a cocktail at 10:30am trying the “Ginger Whiskey Snow Cone” salud✨️
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Co Car
I really enjoyed the build your own grits bowl a lot and thought the options were really unique and broad! Everything was flavorful, delicious and filling. Inside of restaurant is very cozy and cute and the staff were so nice, fast and helpful! We didn’t have to wait long at all for our food although they were hopping. House made sauces were very tasty. I agreed with my husband that for $18 his meal was a bit disappointing as it was more fries than shrimp and looked small for the price but he did say it was very good. The hush puppies are huge and very tasty!
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Julie Williams
I was a bit hesitant to visit as I’m not an avid Grits fan. But I checked out the menu before our visit. Ordered the grits flight and loved all 3 not too much in each flavor. The chicken biscuit with the gravy on the side and then fried pickles! I will be back.
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Tregony Fletcher
I loved this place! They were so patient with us, with it bring our first time and all. Made suggestions on what was poplar and what combinations went well in the grit bowl. Portions are substantial and they also have a full service bar. If you need a brunch spot this is definitely worth the trip! 10s across the board!
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Linda Williams
Food was excellent, but the ordering process was confusing. I didn’t expect counter service, so I was a little overwhelmed. The restaurant was so noisy and hard to hear your name for your order. We all loved our food, especially the creamy grits. We had chix and waffles, hot chix sandwich, fried pickles, shrimp and grits, and kids chix n cheese grits. The grits were the best grits I’ve ever eaten. They were creamy and cheesy, you must try these! We will be back, but we might get to-go food instead of eating inside.
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Mark Bailey
Excellent grits, even for people that don’t think they like them. Always fast, friendly service. Tried the chicken biscuit breakfast with a side of smoked Gouda grits for the first time and found a new favorite.
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