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Melfi's

4.5(715)
Italian Restaurant

About

Melfi’s offers a grown-up Italian dining experience in downtown Charleston, featuring fresh pasta, Roman-style thin crust pizzas, and larger plates served in a clubby, intimate setting. The venue includes a long wooden bar, linen-draped tables, and a pizza counter where guests can watch the wood-burning ovens in action.

Ideal for business dinners or small group gatherings, Melfi’s combines sophisticated surroundings with standout dishes like bucatini cacio e pepe and osso buco. Outdoor seating and a well-curated cocktail menu add to the venue’s appeal for after-work drinks or client entertainment.

Best for

  • Intimate client dinners with refined Italian cuisine
  • Team celebrations in a cozy, sophisticated setting
  • Small group dining with wood-fired pizza and fresh pasta

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Fresh pasta and Roman-inspired thin crust pizza
Food Program
Fresh pasta and Roman-inspired thin crust pizza
Melfi’s offers a menu focused on fresh pasta dishes like bucatini cacio e pepe and hearty Roman-style thin crust pizzas cooked in wood-burning ovens. The food is thoughtfully prepared, with standout items such as arancini, fried artichokes, and osso
Clubby, sophisticated interior with an intimate pizza counter
Atmosphere
Clubby, sophisticated interior with an intimate pizza counter
The venue features a grown-up, classic Italian ambiance with a long wooden bar, linen-draped tables, and a pizza counter where guests can watch the pizza-making action. The setting suits intimate dinners or adults’ evenings out.
Outdoor seating available
Outdoor Space
Outdoor seating available
Melfi’s provides outdoor seating, allowing guests to enjoy their meals in an open-air setting, which adds a versatile option for business gatherings.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 715 reviews