special announcements

Peninsula Grill Receives Prestigious Award of Excellence Three Years in a Row.

The Food Network Names Peninsula Grill's Ultimate Coconut Cake Among the Nation's Best Cakes.

USA Today 10Best Features Peninsula Grill’s Ultimate Coconut Cake.

"Peninsula Grill’s Ultimate Coconut Cake is the stuff of legend," According to Southern Living magazine.

Just in Time for the Holidays! Peninsula Grill's Ultimate Coconut Cake Named "Most Famous Dessert in South Carolina" by Insider.

South Carolina's "Most Iconic Dessert" is Peninsula Grill's Ultimate Coconut Cake according to The Daily Meal.

Taste of Home Names Peninsula Grill's Ultimate Coconut Cake as "The Most Outrageous Dessert" in South Carolina.

Peninsula Grill's Ultimate Coconut Cake Named "The Single Most Delicious Dessert" in South Carolina by Livingly.

"Imagining Charleston without the Peninsula Grill is almost impossible," says Food & Wine Editor David Landsel. 

Just in Time for National Dessert Day ​— The Insider List of The Favorite Desserts of Every U.S. State

Tripadvisor served up its list of the best restaurants in the U.S. for 2020 as part of its annual Travelers' Choice Awards, and Peninsula Grill recieved an amazing honor!

The Ultimate Coconut Cake Named to List of "Iconic Cakes from Around the World"

Wine Spectator Reveals its 2020 Restaurant Award Winners

"... food critics from Condé Nast, The New York Times, and Food & Wine and visit the Peninsula Grill in Charleston, South Carolina."

Just Announced! Peninsula Grill is the only restaurant in South Carolina to earn a spot on OpenTable's 2020 List of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America!

Peninsula Grill is honored to receive The Best of Award of Excellence.

For Romance Lovers, There is No Place Like Peninsula Grill in Charleston, S.C.

“Peninsula Grill has the sophisticated feel of an urban eatery without losing sight of its Southern charm."

Bloomberg sampled the nation’s most notable mail order cakes to determine which one is the best.

The South's Best Food City 2019 Winner: Charleston, S.C.

Great Escapes: Soul, Charm, and Charisma in Charleston

The Ultimate Coconut Cake Named South Carolina's Best Dessert by Southern Living

Peninsula Grill Named South Carolina's Most Romantic Restaurant by The Daily Meal 

Peninsula Grill Voted Among the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants by OpenTable Diners

Peninsula Grill Named South Carolina's Most Romantic Restaurant by Good Housekeeping

The Ultimate Coconut Cake Named a "Favorite Southern Dish" by NBC Dallas

The Cherished Charleston Tradition Continues at Peninsula Grill!

Spend Christmas Day at Peninsula Grill, one of only 16 restaurants across the nation to earn a spot on Travel + Leisure's "Best Restaurants Open on Christmas" list.

"Peninsula Grill Continues to Impress 21 Years On" 

"Peninsula Grill is a fine dining institution in the city for 21 years, with a world-famous coconut cake you cannot miss." - Conde Nast Traveler

The Ultimate Coconut Cake Named A "Favorite Wedding Cake"

Sentient Jet's Top 8 U.S. Getaways Includes Peninsula Grill & Planters Inn in Charleston, S.C

Your enthusiasm for a beautifully orchestrated dining experience has been a source of constant inspiration to us since opening night in 1997. 

Why Charleston, South Carolina Is the Hottest Travel Destination In the U.S.

November 2017: Though smaller than New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, Charleston is often mentioned in the same breath as one of the nation’s top dining destinations. 

October 2017: A Classic Southern Wedding

October 2017: These desserts are so impressive, they deserve a spot at the top of the menu.

The nationally acclaimed designer shares her hometown's must-visit restaurant in a feature article published by Flower magazine.  

August 2017: A First-Timer’s Trip to Charleston

August 2017: Dining at Peninsula Grill is likened to one of "Charleston's grand manses"

August 2017: Charleston claims one of the world’s liveliest culinary scenes and is a haven for history buffs, antebellum fanatics and antiques lovers. 

"Charleston has many wonderful culinary choices. Peninsula Grill will make its way to your list of extraordinary evenings."

August 2017: Pack your bags and hop in your car because here is a list of the best desserts invented in each of the 50 states. 

August 2017: The Best East Coast Roadtrips includes a visit to "the acclaimed Peninsula Grill restaurant" according to Conde Nast Traveler.

July 2017: Peninsula Grill is the place "where locals gather for a more refined dining experience" says Town & Country magazine.

July 2017: Dinner at Peninsula Grill ranks as one of the top "Things to Do in Charleston that Show Southern Hospitality at its Best" according to Best.

July 2017:  "Former dessert abstainers have seen the light" at Peninsula Grill thanks to 12-layer slices of the Ultimate Coconut Cake according to Harper's Bazaar.

March 2017: Suitcase singles out Charleston as the Best Domestic Dining Destination

March 2017: Food & Wine picks Peninsula Grill as a place for "Unforgettable Celebrations" in Charleston.

February 2017: The 20 best desserts in America: These flaky pies, decadent cakes, creamy puddings and sweet cookies are the best desserts in America

Forbes Travel Guide bestows its 2017 Four Star Award on Peninsula Grill.

February 2017: Named among America’s Most Romantic Retreats by CBS.

Introducing refreshing craft cocktails, the perfect way to unwind on a summer's day in Charleston.

Mark your calendars: Southern Living Decorating Editor Elly Poston will host an intimate private Chef + Editor dinner in the lush Peninsula Grill courtyard on June 10, 2016.

Eye Candy: Peninsula Grill's Seasonal Dessert Menu in Pictures

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Peninsula Grill is described as "perhaps the most romantic place to dine" in Charleston.

We are delighted to announce multi-tier versions of the Peninsula Grill Ultimate Coconut Cake®.

Charleston’s female food and beverage talents dish out a pop-up supper club evening at Peninsula Grill.

Information on Peninsula Grill provided for members of the media.

Peninsula Grill has been recognized by OpenTable as one of the Top 100 Best Restaurants in America! 

Peninsula Grill has been awarded Four Stars by Forbes Travel Guide.

Read how Peninsula Grill’s Christopher Reynolds turns the restaurant’s signature dessert into a sweet sip.

Atlanta Season magazine describes Peninsula Grill as 'the' place for special celebrations.

USA Today says the Peninsula Grill Ultimate Coconut Cake® " ranks as an only-in-Charleston experience."