
The Caviar Bar at Zero George, an intimate and decadent caviar dining experience is now open. We are located in the Zero George Hotel, a luxury boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Charleston, and we are led by Zero Restaurant + Bar Executive Chef, Vinson Petrillo, and Beverage Director, Megan Mina. The Setting Walk…

Get Schooled in Royal Vintages Don’t miss Zero George’s version of “The Crown” Wine school at Zero George is always deliciously classy – a great way to expand your wine repertoire, train your taste buds and educate your palate. And when our beverage director Megan Mina takes on the royals, well, be prepared…

A Uniquely Zero Tasting Experience Chef Vinson Petrillo’s signature “Royale with Cheese” is back (for a limited time engagement) and even better with Bourbon. Join us for an upcoming flight tasting of whiskeys, from Old Fitz 14 year, Blood Oath Pact 7, a plethora of barrel proofs, to Kentucky Owls and Boss Hogs. We are…

Join us on Sunday, November 14th at 6 PM to enjoy a cocktail reception while listing to a performance by vocalist Zandrina Dunning, and then take a seat for a multi-course dinner with wine pairings created by Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo. This tucked-away gem serves up some of Charleston’s biggest flavors and most dazzling dishes…

Join Zero Restaurant + Bar for our October wine class as we explore the Pinot family of grapes. About the Event Enjoy a guided tasting of four “Pinots” with our Beverage Director Megan Mina. Plus take home a bottle of your favorite “Pinot” family member! From Pinot Noir to Pinot Blanc, Meunier to Grigio –…

We invite you to enjoy our Signature Tasting Menu along with Guest Sommelier David McCarus’s featured wine pairings on Wednesday, September 8th. About the Event Join us on Wednesday, September 8th to enjoy Zero George’s Signature Tasting Menu paired with wines selected by Guest Sommelier David McCarus of McCarus Beverage Company, local here in Charleston! Enjoy…

At Zero Restaurant and Bar, we believe summer evenings are best spent with a cocktail in hand. Beverage Director Megan Mina crafted a summer cocktail menu that is worth savoring. Our Down By The Bay cocktail is made with Gin and flavored with Watermelon, Lime, Cucumber and Ginger juice, highlighting the flavors of the season….

We invite you to enjoy our Signature Tasting Menu along with Guest Sommelier Josh Walker’s featured wine pairings on Wednesday, August 18th. About the Event Join us on Wednesday, August 18th to enjoy Zero George’s Signature Tasting Menu paired with wines selected by Guest Sommelier Josh Walker of Wine & Company, local here in Charleston! Enjoy…

We are so excited to announce that Zero Restaurant & Bar has been selected as a recipient of the Wine Spectator’s coveted 2021 Best of Award of Excellence, recognizing the quality and innovation behind our culinary and wine experience. Residing in the heart of Downtown Charleston within the grounds of Zero George’s boutique hotel, Zero…

We invite you to enjoy our Signature Tasting Menu along with Guest Sommeliers Femi’s and Miles’s featured wine pairings on Wednesday, July 21st. About the Event Join us on Wednesday, July 21st to enjoy Zero George’s Signature Tasting Menu paired with wines selected by Guest Sommeliers Femi & Miles of Graft Wine Shop, local here in…

It’s time for Sunset Sippers! We have the perfect summertime activity for you – join us for a tasting of casual, easy-drinking wines. Join us in one of our outdoor courtyards as our Beverage Director, Megan Mina, guides you through a tasting of four wines that are meant to be drunk and enjoyed – not…

We invite you to enjoy our Signature Tasting Menu along with Guest Sommeliers Ellie Kang’s & Eric Sothern’s featured rare wine pairings. About the Event Join us on Wednesday, June 16th to enjoy Zero George’s Signature Tasting Menu paired with wines selected by Guest Sommeliers Ellie Kang & Eric Sothern of Rhys Vineyards! Enjoy dinner from…

It’s time for Island Wines! Join us this June to say hello to summer and taste a line-up of wines from land surrounded by water. Join us in one of our outdoor courtyards as our Beverage Director, Megan Mina, guides you through a tasting of four flavorful island wines from Greece, Sicily, Corsica, and the…

Cheers & Happy National Wine Day! To celebrate, we’re highlighting our Beverage Director Megan Mina, and we invite you to join her for wine classes. Meet Beverage Director Megan Mina At Zero George, just as with our food, we select wines made with passion. Whether a wine is made according to historical tradition or intrepid…

We invite you to enjoy our Signature Tasting Menu along with Guest Sommelier Jeff Kellogg’s featured rare wine pairings. About the Dinner Join us on Wednesday, May 26th for a one-night only dinner experience with Guest Sommelier Jeff Kellogg’s select wine pairings. Chosen to compliment our signature tasting menu, Jeff Kellogg’s rare selections will be…

There’s certainly no “Elephant in The Room” that this cocktail takes the cake. Inspired by tropical flavors of lemongrass, swirled with a touch of sweet bitters, this drink will both refresh and replenish your thirst. “An elephant never forgets,” …and neither will you. Elephant in the Room Recipe 1.75 oz Pandan leaf infused white rum…

Spring has Sprung and Summer’s coming in hot. ‘Tis officially the time to Drink Pink! Join us in one of our outdoor courtyards as our Beverage Director, Megan Mina, guides you through a tasting of rosé wines, while you learn how to assemble the perfect floral arrangement. Concluding this specialty event, we invite you to…

Treat Mom to Luxury! Come watch & learn from a member of Zero George’s Culinary Team in our historic demonstration kitchen. About the Class Guests will sit together and dine at the ‘pass’ as they watch and learn from our culinary team, all the while enjoying a sumptuous three-course meal with Krug Champagne. About the…

Sip in Spring with our latest cocktail! Inspired by the historic pink houses that charm the streets of Charleston, our cocktail resembles the most famous of such– its namesake, located at 17 Chalmers Street. Reposado tequila is a perfect base spirit to highlight the punchy flavors of local strawberries and rhubarb from John’s Island. Pink…

Pop. Fizz. Clink! We’re excited to re-launch our monthly wine classes this April. Join us in our outdoor courtyard as Beverage Director Megan Mina guides you through a tasting of wines that pair perfectly with whatever you may be grilling this Spring and Summer. And yes, this includes our infamous Royale with Cheese. During the Class Megan…

Join us on Wednesday, April 14th for a one-time-only event featuring Guest Sommelier and Master of Wine, Mollie Battenhouse. This special evening will include rare wine pairings selected by Guest Sommelier, Mollie Battenhouse, along with a specialty curated tasting menu crafted by Chef Vinson Petrillo, for $195 per person. About Mollie Battenhouse Mollie Battenhouse found…

Come celebrate Valentine’s Weekend with the one(s) you love– including us! This year, our gift to you is a delicious, multi-course dinner and our signature Caviar, along with rare wine pairings chosen by our team of sommeliers. We promise it will be a meal fit to impress even the toughest of hearts. Unable to join…

A cocktail to satisfy your alter ego. Made with gin, lavender, lime, habanero citrus foam and burlesque bitters, Zero Restaurant and Bar’s Alter Ego cocktail is one of our all-time guest favorites! Join us Wednesday-Sunday to try it at Zero George. We’re also sharing the recipe below so you can shake it up at home….

Make Father’s Day complete with a Grilling Package from Zero George! Chef Vinson Petrillo (a father of two wonderful children) has put together the ultimate Father’s Day Takeout Grilling Kit. Treat Dad to four of our Wagyu Beef Burgers, four Bratwurst, plus the Cheese Fondue and fixings we use in the restaurant to make our…

Calling all coffee lovers! This Oaxaca, Mexico inspired cocktail features your favorite morning drink, paired with flavors of sweet citrus and soothing mint. Join us nightly to try our newly inspired cocktail, or read below to serve for your next cocktail party! Oaxacan Breakfast 1.5oz Vida Mezcal 1oz Fernet Menta 1oz Cold Brew .5oz Cointreau…

Even though ‘Dry January’ has come to an end, that doesn’t mean mock-tails should! The Sober Club is a delicious mix of fruity flavors, and so tasty, you won’t miss the alcohol. Join us nightly to try our new winter-inspired cocktails, or read below to serve for your next cocktail party. The Sober Club 1.5oz…

Join MICHELIN for an extraordinary dining experience at the Zero George as Chef Vinson Petrillo hosts two MICHELIN Star Chef Gabriel Kreuther from Gabriel Kreuther Restaurant in New York. There are limited tickets available, so get them while you can! Details Wednesday, February 19th and Thursday, February 20th Six-Course Tasting Menu & Wine Pairing created by Chefs Petrillo & Kreuther…

‘Tis the season for love and what better way to celebrate than the most romantic dinner in all of Charleston? Join us in wining and dining on an incredible six-course tasting menu prepared by Chef Petrillo with wine pairings for Valentines’ Day. Our Weekend specials are as follows: Thursday, February 13th: Menu is $200 with…

To help make the season a little merrier, Zero Restaurant + Bar is now offering a specialty holiday flight! Featuring three rare wines, each one of the producers are of small families and among the top producers in Champagne, France. Vintage Champagne is only released in its best years, and 2006, 2009 and 2012 are…

And..the countdown to 2020 is on! The holidays are here and the new year is quickly approaching! At Zero George, we’re closing out 2019 with a bang and some bubbles, and we hope you’ll join us to count down to zero. Whether you’re looking to celebrate with dinner or champagne, we have you covered. NYE…

About Our Wine Program For all of us at Zero George, attention to detail reigns supreme. Just as with our food and cocktails, we select wines made with passion. Whether a wine is made according to historical tradition or intrepid innovation, all of the wines that make our list aren’t just beverages, they are stories….

Join us on December 8th to taste some of the most historical wines from the 1990’s with specialist Peter Lashmet and Advanced Sommelier Ashley Broshious. Wines will be paired with bites from Chef Vinson Petrillo and guests will be able to taste these incredible wines side by side. Wines Featured: Mount Veeder Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon…

Just in time for the holidays, join us for our December wine class as we explore traditions from all over Europe! From Champagne to Vin Santo we will match traditional holiday treats with their wines and share stories of how they came about. The best part? You can bring some wonderful new wines (and knowledge!)…

Come join us as we tour Italy and taste some of their most famous red wines! Decode the differences between Barolo and Barbaresco, learn about the robust wines of Brunello di Montalcino and even Amarone delle Valpolicella. We will taste affordable every day wines from these producers as well as some of their most famous…

Not quite ready to let go of summertime as fall sits just around the corner? Well, we’re right there with you. Zero Restaurant + Bar manager, Cody Held, has crafted a fall cocktail that combines the essence of summer with cooler tones of autumn. Called “PennyLane”, Cody garnishes this dark cocktail with a summer-inspired strawberry…

A problem-solving drink for real-life problem-solvers! The Rum Diary – a drink to match the rigor of the day. Zero Restaurant + Bar Manager, Cody Held, brings to life yet another refreshing cocktail to pair the tastes of the season with diary-worthy daily activities. Join us at Zero Restaurant to try our new seasonal cocktails,…

Join Zero George on Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th for our October Wine Class – Harvest in Napa Valley. What better way to celebrate harvest season than tasting wines from one of the top regions in the world (a.k.a. Napa Valley)! We will start with a glass of Napa sparkling wine, while we learn…

Join Zero George on Saturday, September 21st and Sunday, September 22nd for our September Wine Class – A Season of Riesling. Riesling has gotten a rap for always being sweet but truthfully is one of the most exciting wines to pair with food. From bone dry to sweet (and everything in between), it’s no wonder this…

Join Zero George on Saturday, August 24th and Sunday, August 25th for our August Wine Class – Decode to Decant: Demystifying Restaurant Wine Lists. Navigating a restaurant wine list can be overwhelming. In this class, our beverage manager Ashley Broshious demystifies the process by teaching participants how to think (and drink) like a sommelier. You’ll…

We are so thrilled to announce that we’re a recipient of the Wine Spectator’s coveted 2019 Award of Excellence, recognizing the quality and innovation behind Zero Restaurant & Bar’s experience for culinary connoisseurs and oenophiles alike. Residing in the heart of Downtown Charleston, Zero Restaurant + Bar has worked diligently to establish ourselves as a must-visit destination….

Pop. Fizz. Clink! On July 6th and 7th, we’re breaking out the bubbly for our next wine class “Sparkling Wines to Beat the Summer Heat” hosted by our beverage manager Ashley Broshious who is the only female Advanced Sommelier in the Carolinas and Georgia – and, just one of six Advanced Somms in South Carolina….

We’re changing up the famous “Royale with Cheese” recipe for the summer to participate in the Blended Burger Project presented by the James Beard Foundation. Our very own Chef Vinson Petrillo will be making limited quantities available Tuesday-Sunday evenings at the bar. The Blended Burger Project is a nationwide competition that encourages chefs to create…

Ring in Spring with Rosé! Join us for a Wine Tasting Class the first Saturday of every month with Zero Restaurant + Bar’s Wine Team. The class will feature a curated tasting of 5 different wines paired with a light snack prepared by Chef Vinson Petrillo. Jake Smith from Grassroots Wine will join Zero George…

Have you heard the buzz on buttermilk? Zero Restaurant’s Chef Vinson Petrillo is sharing his culinary expertise on this innovative ingredient. Buttermilk, a fermented dairy product, is on the rise as one of the freshest culinary trends. It is praised for both super versatile in sweet and savory dishes, and also super sustainable! The best…

What’s all the buzz on buttermilk? This new culinary trend is super versatile and user friendly. Not only is buttermilk a staple in classic Southern comfort foods, but it also can be used a number of nuanced ways. Check out how Chef Vinson Petrillo uses it to elevate traditional dishes in this exclusive Q&A. Follow…

Cody Held, bar manager at Zero Restaurant + Bar is back again with another refreshing cocktail. Featured in Honest Cooking Magazine, Forbes and Mandatory, the “Healthy Habit” is the perfect festive drink to whip up for a date night at home or to serve at your next cocktail party. The best part of this cocktail? As its…

There’s lots to love about Valentine’s Day at Zero Restaurant + Bar! Celebrate your sweetheart or gather your friends for a decadently delicious evening with a Special Prix-Fixe Menu including Wine Pairings on Thursday, February 14th. Details Thursday, February 14th Prix-Fixe Menu including Wine Pairings, $250 per person Valentine’s Day Menu 2019 “Snacks” Toogoodoo Oyster, Young…

Zero George is thrilled to welcome Chef Suzanne Cupps of Union Square Hospitality Group for the Charleston Wine + Food Signature Dinner on Thursday, March 7th. This intimate, multi-course dining experience will feature an artfully presented menu, highlighting locally sourced ingredients and innovative techniques served in Zero Restaurant’s chic dining room. Suzanne Cupps is the Executive Chef…

We’re closing out 2018 with a bang and some bubbles! There are two ways to celebrate the New Year at Zero George in downtown Charleston, SC. NYE Party in the Bar & Lounge Starting at 9 pm, we’ll be offering a festive Champagne & Caviar package which includes a bottle of Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2009 and caviar…

Looking to elevate your date night? There’s nothing we love more than a wining and dining with that special someone. Whether you’re dining out or staying in, a romantic night is never complete without fine wine. We sat down with Kathryn Old, wine connoisseur and manager of Zero Restaurant +Bar, what she’s pouring out for her…

Best Wine to Bring to Thanksgiving? We sat down with Kathryn Old, manager of Zero Restaurant + Bar, to find out her favorite wines to bring for Thanksgiving weekend. “For Thanksgiving, I will be bringing a bottle of Arnot-Roberts Trousseau. Duncan Arnot Meyers and Nathan Lee Roberts are lifelong best friends, young & dynamic winemakers,…

We are excited to welcome Laurie Erickson as our guest chef at the Zero George Cooking School on Sunday, October 28th at 11 am. Learn to make Sesame Meringue Shrimp, Zucchini Wrapped Fish and Autumn Fruit Consommé at our upcoming guest chef cooking class hosted by Chef Laurie Erickson. Chef Laurie LCC. has over…

Made with cognac, Benedictine, orange peel, and garnished with a grape, the Eau De Vie is the perfect cocktail for an evening spent in the courtyard at Zero George. Below, we share the Eau De Vie cocktail recipe that is sure to spice up festivities. And as always, please join us at Zero Restaurant +…

There’s nothing basic about our take on the Pumpkin Spice Latte! After all, who says pumpkin spice season should be limited to your coffee order? Bartender Cody Held found inspiration for the PSL from the pumpkin spiced craze that comes around every fall. He wanted to take the love for those flavors and turn it…

Although it may not feel like fall in Charleston quite yet, Zero Restaurant + Bar likes to pretend that the leaves are falling and the cooler temperatures are here with our fall inspired cocktail menu. Join us Tuesday – Sunday to try our new seasonal cocktails – Apples to Apples, Pumpkin Spiced Latte, and Eau…

Join Zero Restaurant + Bar’s Chef Vinson Petrillo for the annual March of Dimes’ Signature Chefs Auction. On Thursday, November 15th, celebrate March of Dimes’ 80th anniversary with a black-tie evening of culinary excellence, all while raising money to improve the health of moms and babies. Before taking your seat, be sure to taste signature creations from some…

Join us at Zero Restaurant and Bar for a farm-fresh cocktail – The Oaxaca Farmer. Made with Mezcal, green chartreuse, lavender, citrus, herbs, and edible flowers, this is the perfect cocktail for a summer evening spent in the courtyard at Zero George. We even provided the recipe below, so you can mix it yourself for…

Our second annual George x George exhibit with George Gallery and Alan Jackson is under-way, and Jackson’s abstract modernist work is on display at Zero George through June 10th. In honor of the occasion, Zero Restaurant has created a signature cocktail inspired by Jackson’s artwork. The Alan Jackson Squared is made with bourbon (Alan’s favorite),…

Join Zero George Restaurant + Bar in celebrating the Spoleto Festival USA from May 25, 2018 to June 10, 2018. We’ll be toasting to the arts with our Two Worlds in Thyme craft cocktail. The festive drink is inspired by the Tree of Codes modern opera, which will make its US premiere during the Spoleto Festival…

We are delighted to announce the latest addition to Zero Restaurant + Bar’s menu. We are now serving Hennessy Paradis Impérial, one of the rarest cognacs in the world and the pinnacle of Hennessy’s offerings. We strive for Zero Restaurant + Bar to be a destination for experiencing new and exciting things, and the uniqueness…

Zero Restaurant + Bar is hosting a sold-out Signature Dinner on March 1, 2018, during Charleston Wine + Food’s annual festival. Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo will collaborate with Chef Steven Satterfield of Miller Union, in Atlanta, GA. This New-American dining experience will feature a farm fresh southern-accented menu served up in our decadent hotel eatery. Exceptional flavors…

Culinary Village will be hosting Stephanie Burt of The Southern Fork, Chef Vinson Petrillo of Zero George, and Micah Lemon of Alley Light for an afternoon of pushing your palate to try new tastes and pairings on Friday, March 2nd from 4-5:30 p.m. in the VIP Siematic Lounge. Host Stephanie Burt will facilitate some fun ways…

Zero Restaurant + Bar is on OpenTable’s List of 100 Best Restaurants in America for 2017! We are thrilled to receive this recognition from the people we care about most–our customers. The list is made from 12,000 user-generated and verified reviews for over 26,000 restaurants across the nation. Zero Restaurant is one of three Holy City…

Chef Jeffrey Stoneberger joins Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo in the kitchen at Zero Restaurant + Bar on November 15, 2017. Stoneberger has graced some of the country’s most highly praised kitchens, including San Francisco’s Saison and Washington D.C.’s AGGIO, but his latest is a solo project. He is the chef and owner of Charleston pop-up restaurant…

We are thrilled to welcome Top Chef winner Kristen Kish back to the Zero Restaurant + Bar kitchen on November 6, 2017 for an intimate guest chef dinner. Kish and Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo’s collaborative menu will be based on local products from Charleston. Kish competed on Bravo’s Top Chef Season 10 where she won the…

Join Zero Restaurant + Bar on October 17th, 2017 for a prix-fixe menu featuring the perfect pairing of Lowcountry cuisine. Our Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo will be joined by Greg Garrison, Executive Chef at Prohibition, located in Downtown Charleston. Before making his move down south, Garrison was the sous-chef at Boston’s acclaimed Fresh cuisine restaurant, L’Espalier. Since his…

Ring in the New Year with Zero Restaurant + Bar on December 31, 2017 and join us for a Decadent New Year’s Eve party at Zero. This black tie and masquerade optional affair will include a menu featuring champagne, caviar, and heavy hors d’oevours made by Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo with entertainment provided by the Gatsby Gang…

Zero Restaurant is participating in the Charleston Margarita Festival once again this year! Charleston City Paper’s Margarita Festival will be held on Friday, July 14th. Zero Restaurant + Bar is excited to join this growing tradition, along with our sister property Cannon Green! Guests will be able to enjoy live music, margarita tastings, and food samplings from…

Zero Restaurant is excited to welcome Tyler Chavis to our team as the new Sous Chef. Tyler grew up cooking with his extended family in Orangeburg, South Carolina, and has been working in professional kitchens since he was just sixteen years old. He moved to Charleston in 2010, and earned his degree from the Charleston Culinary…

From May 18th – June 18th, the artwork of Whitney Kreb will be on display at Zero George for our George x George pop- up with George Gallery celebrating Spoleto and the Charleston arts community. Kreb’s series, inspired by Charleston landscapes and sea life, will be displayed throughout the lounge at Zero George with viewing hours from…

Join Zero Restaurant + Bar for Spoleto from May 26th – June 11th as we celebrate the arts in Charleston with our signature cocktail. This year’s Spoleto cocktail is called the Black Rabbit, and it’s easy to see why. The drink’s pitch black color is a bit jarring, but rest assured, the taste is delicious. The Black Rabbit…

Follow Chef Vinson Petrillo’s recipe and make Fresh Chickpea Spread with Crispy Black Olives at home! This recipe can also be found in Jessica Murnane’s cookbook, One Part Plant. Read our blog post about his recipe feature! Recipe serves 6 Ingredients: 1 lb. Fresh Chick Peas Peeled 4oz Baby Spinach 1 Clove Garlic Chopped Fine Juice…

Jessica Murnane has a friendly request: that you eat just one plant-based meal daily. In her book One Part Plant, Chef Vinson Petrillo shares his recipe for Fresh Chickpea Spread with Crispy Black Olive. Get the book, in stores now, for a simple guide to eating real, one meal at a time. And, bookmark Jessica’s Charleston guide for where…

Join us at Zero Restaurant and Bar for a cocktail that’s out of this world ~ The Space Invader. This drink was created by our bartender, Kincaid Fairburn, and Executive chef, Vinson Petrillo. The Space Invader get its name because of it’s odd combination of flavors that work very well together. Try The Space Invader at Zero George, or…

Zero Restaurant will once again participate in Limehouse Produce’s annual Citrus Celebration cocktail competition. This year, the competition revolves around the Page Mandarin fruit, a cross between a Minneola Tangelo and a Clementine Mandarin. Limehouse Produce will announce the Citrus Celebration winners in mid-January, 2017. Zero Restaurant’s submission is a sour-style cocktail~ a Page Mandarin Cordial….

Give the gift of culinary excellence this holiday season through a gift card for Zero Restaurant + Bar. Guests can use a gift card towards anything from a meal at the restaurant to cooking class with Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo, making it a truly unique and versatile gift. Purchase Gift Card Through Open Table

In an exhibit that truly comes full circle, pieces from Solomon Guggenheim’s extensive collections are being presented at the Gibbes Museum of Art once again, for the first time in 78 years. To commemorate the return of these amazing works of modern art, Zero George has crafted its own masterpiece—culinary style. Our fantastic culinary team took…

Thursday, December 8th 2016 5:00-8:00pm Zero George Street Hotel | Charleston, SC FEATURING Croghan’s Jewel Box DryBar Charleston Mac & Murphy Hart Jackets Lake Pajamas SYG Charleston Artist Collective Candlefish J. Stark Celebrate local Charleston vendors while finding beautifully crafted and heartfelt gifts for all of your loved ones this year at Zero George’s Holiday…

What’s better than a margarita on a hot day? A whole festival full of margaritas, hand crafted by local Charleston mixologists! Join us as Zero Restaurant + Bar competes for the best signature margarita at Charleston City Paper’s inaugural Charleston Margarita Festival. The Margarita Festival will be held on August 19 from 6-9pm at the Charleston Maritime Center….

Mark your calendar! May 24: ibu Trunk Show, 2nd Floor Lounge from 5-7 pm. You’re invited -> Click here to RSVP! May 24 – June 15: ibu design takeover at Zero George June 15: ibu Dinner at Zero Restaurant by Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo, 5-course prix-fixe menu inspired by global flavors, $95 with beverage pairings. Reservations required. Just…

SP Young Chef Menu Potatoes baked in seaweed and salt, mussels cooked in whey, buttermilk, sorrel Cobia poached in spring garlic, anchovy, onion, ramson Lamb, caramelized yoghurt, carrot, liquorice ‘Benne Wafers’, green tea, lime Early season strawberries, elderflower, fresh almond, almond cake As champion of the national competition to represent the USA in the international…

Top Chef Kristen Kish is co-hosting “Food is Love” – a 6-course Valentine’s tasting menu experience on Saturday, February 13 with Zero’s Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo. Kish competed on Bravo’s Top Chef Season 10 where she won the coveted title, becoming the second female chef to win the prestigious competition. She went on to become Chef de…

This fall is, of course, election season, and here in Charleston all eyes are on the mayoral race—our first real race in 40 years. Meanwhile presidential candidates are busy campaigning and giving pundits plenty of fodder. But if you want to be sure your vote counts, give it to us! Zero George (once again!) is…

With summer’s tourists on the wane and humidity long gone, fall is pure magic here in the Lowcountry. There’s nothing like waking up to an autumn Charleston morning and sipping espresso on our piazza—the air is bright and frisky, the day open for exploring. Or cruise down to the Battery on one of our complimentary…

Mrs. and Smith Hotels has just nominated Zero Café + Bar “Best Hotel Restaurant,” and we can’t think of a better time than Charleston Restaurant Week (September 9-20, 2015) to experience the restaurant and enjoy our menu by Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo. Click here to view our Restaurant Week Menu. Chef has created a delicious three course menu…

Get to know the Zero Café + Bar team! Step into our 110 sq. foot kitchen and chances are, you’ll see Amanda Black teaching a Monday night cooking class at the Zero George Cooking School or prepping for dinner. As Sous Chef, Amanda works side-by-side Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo where they are constantly innovating new…

Mark your calendars for Monday, August 24th, when Zero George Cooking School will host the next installment of its guest chef series. Chef Annie Pettry, hailing from Decca in Louisville, Kentucky, will be joining us to offer a demonstration of her legendary culinary expertise. Guests will enjoy tasting the dishes, which will be presented as…

We were delighted to host chef/television personality Anthony Bourdain at Zero George while he was in Charleston, SC filming for his show. Bourdain spottings included late night eats at the Waffle House and a Riverdogs baseball game with pal (and local resident) actor Bill Murray. Check out Eater Charleston for the scoop on his whereabouts! Our Executive Chef…

Join Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo at Commune Supper Club, a community dining experience designed to bring awareness to the amazing work that is being done here locally in Charleston, South Carolina. The dinner takes place on Wednesday, May 13 at High Wire Distillery and features Michael Perez, Executive Chef at Indaco; Jacob Huder, Chef de Cuisine…

Zero Café + Bar Executive Chef Vinson Perillo battled it out among the ten US finalists for the spot to represent the United States in the San Pellegrino Young Chef of the Year competition. His winning dish at the New York finals was Pressurized Octopus, Chorizo, “Parsley” Wagyu Cheek Agnilotti, and Octopus Ink Emulsion. He now…

Zero George Cooking School will host another installment of its guest chef series by hosting a demonstration style class with Ashton Keefe on Saturday, June 13 from 11 am – 1 pm. Call 843-817-7900 to reserve your spot! Keefe is a classically trained chef from Manhattan’s French Culinary Institute and a former lead instructor at NYC’s Haven’s Kitchen. Keefe’s…

The South’s most anticipated culinary event, the BB&T Charleston Wine + Food Festival, celebrates its 10th anniversary this March 4-8. The Festival “infuses home-grown flavor with top chefs, winemakers, authors, storytellers and food enthusiasts.” The calendar is packed with events for every food lovers’ palate! On Friday afternoon, attend the Culinary Village where Zero’s Executive…

Breakfast at Zero George isn’t complete without a tender, buttery biscuit made by Callie’s Hot Little Biscuits. Carrie Morey founded the company in 2005 and has been going nonstop every since. It’s no wonder that she was chosen as one of Martha Stewarts’s “Dreamers into Doers” and her biscuits have been featured on Food Network…

Zero’s Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo will join four other esteemed Southern chefs for the Feast of the Fishes on Thursday, December 11. The event is presented by The Local Palate magazine. Each chef will each prepare a course of the family-style meal throughout the evening. Cocktails will be served starting at 6:30 pm and dinner will…

You may recognize our Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo from Food Network’s Chopped where he swept the competition away in a fierce culinary battle. But, that accolade is just an accouterment to his expansive resume. From the family kitchen to the hottest haunts in New York, Chef Petrillo brings his passion for sustainable, contemporary cuisine to…

It’s no surprise to find Charleston at the forefront of the East Coast’s craft brew craze. Lovers of Lowcountry cuisine don’t shy away from bold flavor and spice, and why should their beer be any different? As you walk down the Palmetto streets, don’t settle for the watery beverage of everyman. Take pride in the…

Zero George Street is thrilled to announce an exciting new addition to our existing in-house culinary program. Our Zero Café + Bar opened to the public last week. Our culinary team is as passionate about food as we are about service and hospitality. We look forward to welcoming our guests and locals to Zero Café…

At Zero George Street, we love having the luxury of a strong cup of espresso from our Miele machine in the morning. The Zero George Organic Charleston Coffee Roaster Blend gives us the energy to explore all that historic Charleston has to offer. We’ve found that our house made granola is the perfect complement to…

At Zero George, we appreciate moments in the afternoon where we may savor all that which Chef has selected with a refreshing glass of wine or homemade hummus. On days when it’s raining, we invite you to relax in our luxurious drawing room. On perfect Charleston evenings, we hope you’ll relax on our blue stone…

Technique: Supreme How to: To remove the skin, pith, membranes, and seeds of a citrus fruit and separate its wedges. Orange: Invigorating garnish to a salad on a summer’s day Lemon: Local Red Drum roasted with lemon Lime: The perfect complement to a refreshing Capirinha At Zero George, Chef Randy Williams focuses on technique. Not…

Imagine a leisurely Thursday afternoon learning to cook like a chef while enjoying a cold glass of wine. This week Chef Randy Williams welcomed guests into the Zero George kitchen to learn the skills and techniques for fresh seasonal Lowcountry dishes. The Chef’s concept for this class was to use fresh local ingredients during their…

Zero George offers cooking classes in our historic Kitchen House on Saturdays (11 am – 1 pm) and select Sundays (11 am – 1 pm). Guests have an opportunity to learn techniques in a demonstration-style class hosted by Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo and Sous Chef Tyler Chavis. The class teaches students how to utilizing different…