2026-11-01T20:00:04.113Z

The samosa chaat and mango lassi were delicious. The other dishes were similar to what you'd typically find at an Indian restaurant.

2026-10-31T18:38:32.654Z

Happy hour burger was out of this world!

2026-10-27T00:44:40.272Z

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. A outstanding dinning experience. A great restaurant in a town known for fine dining.

2026-10-26T21:54:48.033Z

We had such a great experience at Rivayat Creative Indian in Charleston! The food was absolutely delicious, and you can tell they put a lot of care into the flavors. I ordered the Dhaba Lamb Curry, and it was amazing! The lamb was so tender, and the curry was rich, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. The garlic naan was fresh, warm, and perfect for soaking up every last bit of that delicious sauce!They also have a great selection of drinks, which made the experience even better. Everything from the food to the atmosphere made for a really enjoyable evening. It’s so nice to have a place like this in Charleston. Definitely one of those restaurants you leave already thinking about what you’ll order next time! Can’t wait to go back!

2026-10-26T21:24:44.890Z

What an incredible and creative addition to the neighborhood! They nailed it with the atmosphere, service and food!!! Definitely on my repeat list.

2026-10-26T00:05:49.526Z

Good ambience and kind of only Indian Restaurant at this level of hospitality in downtown Charleston.Food more fit for clientele they face and for my take little overpriced. Then again it’s downtown Charleston that can be Justified.We ordered the mild level spice but every dish was way too spicy even for our indian pallet and I was sweating. Explanation from our server was oh, shrimps are always more spicy than anything else on the menu!!!

2026-10-25T01:29:16.015Z

My wife and I had a wonderful anniversary dinner at Rivayat tonight, and the entire experience was outstanding!Spice Palette in Mount Pleasant has long been one of our favorite restaurants in the Charleston area, so we were excited to experience Rivayat. It's great to see Sujith Varghese and his talented team receiving well-deserved national recognition, including Rivayat's recent Michelin Bib Gourmand award!The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between welcoming and refined, making it an ideal setting for a special occasion or romantic dinner. The service was excellent from start to finish, and the food was absolutely incredible.We tried the pani puri, rosemary naan, spring croquettes, cauliflower Manchurian, Idukki Gold, and chicken tikka masala. Every dish was beautifully prepared and packed with flavor. We also enjoyed the Aam Panna Zero and Holy Trinity Zero, both fantastic mocktails. For dessert, we had the spiced olive oil cake and chai tiramisu, which were the perfect way to finish an amazing meal. We're already looking forward to returning to explore more of the menu.If you're looking for a memorable date night, a special occasion restaurant, or simply exceptional Indian cuisine, Rivayat is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

2026-10-24T14:19:53.519Z

Delicious Indian food and great service. My favorites were the gun powder dosa, the garlic naan, and the mango chutney. Butter chicken was also very good. The lime soda was way too sweet for my taste and not limey enough but otherwise very happy with the meal.