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    Babylon, Restaurant in Charleston
    Restaurant

    Babylon

    Downtown Charleston, Charleston

    Restaurant in Charleston, United States

    The Read

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    Babylon is worth booking for a dressed-up Charleston night out when cocktails, music, and celebration energy matter more than a full dinner experience. It is strongest for birthdays, groups, dates, and late-evening plans; choose a restaurant-led option instead if dietary detail, quiet conversation, or a chef-driven meal is the priority.

    About Babylon

    Babylon is a Charleston venue with a verified New American cuisine listing, a $$$ price level, and a smart casual dress code.

    The most useful way to approach Babylon is as a Charleston New American option where expectations should be set by the confirmed fundamentals: premium pricing, smart casual attire, and a city location. If the plan needs a broader restaurant search, start with Pearl’s Charleston restaurants guide. If the plan is specifically about bars, use Pearl’s Charleston bars guide.

    Book it when the basics fit your plan

    Babylon is best considered when a $$$ New American venue in Charleston matches the kind of outing you want. The confirmed price level suggests a more premium spend than a casual stop, while the smart casual dress code points to a plan where guests should look put together.

    That makes Babylon easier to evaluate on broad fit than on fine-grained dining detail. If you are choosing primarily by cuisine, price, and dress code, the known information may be enough.

    The right guest wants a $$$ New American option in Charleston

    The clearest match is a guest who wants New American dining in Charleston, is comfortable with a $$$ price point, and is prepared for smart casual dress.

    Dress smart casual and lean polished rather than overly casual.

    Bottom line: consider Babylon when you want a $$$ New American venue in Charleston with smart casual dress.

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    Planning details

    Hours
    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed
    Location
    145 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401, United States
    Website
    babylonchs.com
    Phone
    +1 843-608-0787

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Babylon is a house-music lounge with big-city energy and Charleston soul, featuring classy, elegant interiors, vibrant lighting and sound, and an atmosphere that balances chill and lively late-night vibes.

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    Vibe

    LivelyEnergeticElegant

    Best For

    Late NightCelebrationGroup Dining

    Experience

    Live MusicPrivate DiningDesign Destination

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    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Smart Casual
    Noise Level
    Loud
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Standard
    Capacity
    Small
    Kitchen
    Modern
    Menu Format
    Small plates, A la carte
    Drinks Focus
    Cocktails
    Private Dining
    Available
    Opened
    2025
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    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    145 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401, United States

    Planning details

    Hours

    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    Closed
    Wednesday
    7 pm–2 am
    Thursday
    7 pm–2 am
    Friday
    7 pm–2 am
    Saturday
    7 pm–2 am
    Sunday
    7 pm–2 am

    Location

    145 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401, United States · Directions

    +1 843-608-0787

    babylonchs.com

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Babylon worth the price?

    Babylon has a $$$ price level. It may make sense if you want a premium New American option in Charleston, but confirm any menu, service, or timing details that affect value for your specific plans.

    What should I wear to Babylon?

    The dress code is smart casual. A polished, put-together outfit is the safest choice for Babylon in Charleston.