NICO
Mount Pleasant
Restaurant in Mount Pleasant, United States
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
NICO is a practical Mount Pleasant pick when ease matters more than occasion. Choose it for a Coleman Boulevard dinner that should be simple to arrange; cross-shop Post House for a more polished setting, Tavern & Table for a livelier social meal, and Mozzo Deli for a quicker daytime alternative.
About NICO
NICO is a Mount Pleasant venue with weekly hours and a smart casual dress code. The schedule is Monday through Thursday from 4–9:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 12–10 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM–9:30 PM. With those basics, it is a Mount Pleasant dining option to consider when the hours fit your plans.
For repeat diners or visitors comparing options, keep the decision practical. NICO can be weighed against other named choices such as Graze, Mozzo Deli, Post House, Tavern & Table, and The Red Drum, especially if you are comparing location, schedule, and dress code.
Use NICO as a Mount Pleasant option when the hours fit
A practical reason to consider NICO is its published schedule. It opens at 4 PM Monday through Thursday, has midday-to-evening hours on Friday and Saturday, and opens at 11 AM on Sunday. That makes timing the clearest planning factor for anyone deciding whether it works for a weeknight, weekend, or Sunday meal in Mount Pleasant.
Treat NICO as a direct Mount Pleasant option rather than a venue to evaluate by assumed accolades or specific service claims. For broader comparison, look at dining generally or consider named alternatives such as Graze, Mozzo Deli, Post House, Tavern & Table, and The Red Drum.
Who should pick it, and who should cross-shop
Pick NICO if its Mount Pleasant location, smart casual dress code, and hours match the meal you are planning. Cross-shop if you need a specific cuisine, menu style, price range, special-occasion format, or service detail before deciding. For a broader scan of nearby choices, use our full Mount Pleasant restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 201 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- nicoshemcreek.com
- Phone
- +18433527969
The take
The Take
The Vibe
NICO presents itself as a considered coastal dining room that treats the meal as an event. The review places it in a small tier of restaurants where the interior is a deliberate choice, and service and pacing are carefully attended to. The tone reads as sophisticated and quietly intimate rather than flashy: the storefront on Coleman Boulevard signals civic confidence, and the writing emphasizes a restrained, structured approach to courses. Guests should expect a refined seafood-focused experience that prioritizes the ritual of arrival, pacing, and the arc of the entire evening.
Best For
This is a dinner-focused destination in Mount Pleasant, built for nights when the meal is the point of the outing. The copy stresses that NICO belongs to a smaller tier of rooms where visitors come for the full evening: making it well suited to date nights, special occasions and celebratory dinners. While the neighborhood has a casual majority, NICO positions itself apart as a place for a deliberate, sustained meal; groups looking for a composed, slightly elevated seafood experience will also find it appropriate for an extended evening together.
Ordering Tips
The restaurant organizes the evening as a clear beginning, middle and end, so lean into that pacing: arrive with time to settle and plan a multi-course sequence rather than a rushed single plate. With NICO’s seafood focus and signature items like Flounder Meunière, Baked Oysters Au Camembert and Baked Scallops, consider starting with one of the shellfish dishes as an opening course and moving to the flounder for a composed main. Allow the service to guide timing so you can experience the deliberate arc the kitchen intends.
Venue details
Ambiance
Modern and lively with gorgeous wood paneling, an immersive raw bar, and a combination of indoor and enclosed patio seating with coastal architecture; upscale casual atmosphere with summer vibes.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Farm-to-table
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Craft cocktails, Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Gluten-free options, Pescatarian friendly, Allergy accommodating
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Flounder Meunière
- Baked Oysters Au Camembert
- Wood-fired Escargots with Provençal Butter
- Baked Scallops
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 201 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if NICO is not the move
Try Graze for a relaxed neighborhood dinner, or The Red Drum when the group wants a more established dinner-room feel.
Restaurant context
How NICO compares in Mount Pleasant
NICO is the easier call when convenience is the main filter. Compared with Tavern & Table, it reads less like a social waterfront-adjacent plan and more like a Coleman Boulevard neighborhood dinner. Choose Tavern & Table when ambiance matters more; choose NICO when the night needs less planning.
Post House is the stronger pick for a more polished meal or a setting-led night. The Red Drum also makes sense when the group wants a more established-feeling dinner. NICO is better for repeat local use, especially when booking difficulty needs to stay low.
For casual value and speed, Mozzo Deli is the cleaner alternative. Graze is the broader cross-shop for a relaxed Mount Pleasant meal with a more general neighborhood-restaurant feel. If NICO is full, those two are the first practical pivots.
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Compare NICO
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| NICO | Mount Pleasant | No published awards |
| Tavern & Table | Mount Pleasant | No published awards |
| Post House | Mount Pleasant | No published awards |
| Mozzo Deli | Mount Pleasant | No published awards |
| The Red Drum | Mount Pleasant | No published awards |
| Graze | Mount Pleasant | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book NICO?
If you have a specific date or time in mind, check booking availability directly. The hours are Monday through Thursday 4–9:30 PM, Friday and Saturday 12–10 PM, and Sunday 11 AM–9:30 PM.
What should a first-timer know about NICO?
First-timers should know the key planning details: NICO is in Mount Pleasant, the dress code is smart casual, and the hours vary by day.
Is lunch or dinner better at NICO?
The hours support evening visits throughout the week, with earlier openings on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. NICO is open Monday through Thursday from 4–9:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 12–10 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM–9:30 PM.
What are alternatives to NICO?
Other named options to compare include Tavern & Table, Post House, Mozzo Deli, Graze, and The Red Drum. Compare based on your own needs and current details.
