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The Swamp Fox

Type: Hotel Bar

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Devour a tasty Southern meal or raise a glass while enjoying live piano music at this restaurant and bar, located in the stately Francis Marion Hotel. From fried green tomatillos to Charleston fried... Read More

Address:

387 King St
Charleston, SC 29403

Phone:

843-722-0600

Website:

francismarioncharleston.com

Hours:

Daily 7am-10pm

Admissions:

No Cover Charge

Breakfast Menu
- Buffet/Continental
  
  The Continental
  
  Any cold items from the Buffet. Your choice of Coffee or Tea ($10.00)
  
  Daily Breakfast Buffet*
  
  (Monday-Friday) Fresh Storey Farms Eggs, Crispy Bacon, Sausage Links, Adluh Mills Grits, Breakfast Potatoes, Fresh Fruit & Fruit Smoothies, assorted Baked Pastries and seasonal breakfast specialties. Includes Coffee or Tea ($15.00)
  
  Southern Weekend Buffet*
  
  (Saturday & Sunday) Our daily buffet plus a Chef attended Omelet Station, Stuffed French Toast, Warm Charleston Bread Pudding, Chocolate Fondue, Strawberries & Cream plus a complimentary Bloody Mary or refreshing Mimosa after 10am ($20.00)
- Short Order
  
  Francis Marion*
  
  Two Eggs any style with Adluh Mills Grits or Breakfast Potatoes and your choice of Toast ($9.00)
  
  Buttermilk Pancakes
  
  Three piping hot Pancakes with Butter & Maple Syrup ($9.00)
  
  Peaches & Cream
  
  Three Buttermilk Pancakes, SC Bourbon/Peach Compote & Whipped Cream ($12.00)
  
  Belgian Waffle
  
  Served hot with Fresh Strawberry Maple Syrup & Butter ($9.00)
  
  French Toast
  
  Thick Sliced Challah Bread with a touch of Cinnamon & Vanilla with Butter & Maple Syrup ($8.00)
  
  Hearty Breakfast*
  
  Two Eggs any style, Two Silver Dollar Pancakes, Adluh Mills Grits or Breakfast Potatoes and your choice of Toast ($14.00)
- Shrimp & Grits
  
  Shrimp & Grits
  
  The Swamp Fox's Award-Winning Recipe with Sautéed Shrimp, Lobster & Tasso Ham Gravy, Vidalia Onions & Fresh Peppers over Adluh Mills Pepperjack Grits ($15.00)
- Grains & Fruit
  
  House Granola
  
  Local Honey-laced blend of Nuts & Grains, Greek Yogurt & Fresh Seasonal Berries ($7.00)
  
  Oatmeal
  
  Toasty Oats with Brown Sugar & Raisins ($5.00)
  
  Fresh Fruit Bowl
  
  Seasonal Assortment of Fresh Fruit & Berries ($4.00)
  
  Cereal
  
  Raisin Bran, Corn Flakes, Cheerios, Frosted Flakes, Fruit Loops & Lucky Charms served with Local Whole Milk or Skim ($3.00)
- Chef's Specialties
  
  Three Egg Omelet*
  
  Choice of Three: Pit Ham, Sausage, Applewood Bacon, Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms, Spinach, Cheddar, Swiss, Pepperjack or American Cheese with your choice of Toast ($11.00)
  
  Charleston Omelet*
  
  Sautéed Shrimp, Blue Crab, Fresh Peppers, Vidalia Onions & Pepperjack Cheese with your choice of Toast ($14.00)
  
  Eggs Benedict*
  
  Two Poached Eggs, Griddled Pit Ham, Toasted English Muffin & Hollandaise Sauce ($11.00)
  
  Lowcountry Benedict*
  
  Two Poached Eggs, Charleston Style Crab Cakes & Fried Green Tomatoes on a Toasted English Muffin topped with Hollandaise Sauce ($14.00)
  
  Corned Beef Hash*
  
  Shredded House Corned Beef & Two Storey Farms Eggs any style and your choice of Toast ($11.00)
  
  Chicken & Biscuits*
  
  Crispy Fried Chicken Breast over a Adluh Mills Buttermilk Biscuit topped with Sausage Gravy ($11.00)
  
  Garden Wrap*
  
  Fresh Spinach, Mushrooms & Tomatoes, Scrambled Eggs & Swiss Cheese rolled into a Spinach Tortilla ($12.00)
Lunch Menu
- Appetizers
  
  Fried Green Tomatoes
  
  Local Goat Cheese, Sweet and Spicy, Roasted Red Pepper Jam ($8.00)
  
  Sautéed Local Mussels
  
  White Wine Broth, Sundried Tomatoes, Chorizo, Grilled Focaccia ($10.00)
  
  Southern Sampler
  
  Pimento Cheese, Pickled Vegetables, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Grilled Bread ($9.00)
  
  Fried Oysters*
  
  Charred Creamed Corn & Wilted Local Greens ($12.00)
  
  Bacon Wrapped Scallops
  
  Corn & Tomato Succotash, Hickory Smoked BBQ Sauce ($16.00)
  
  Petite Shrimp N' Grits
  
  Lobster-Tasso Ham Gravy, Peppers, Onions, Adluh Mills Pepperjack Grits ($9.00)
- Soups & Salads
  She Crab Soup
  A Charleston Specialty at the Francis Marion since 1924. Blue Crab, Sherry
  
  Cup: $5.00
  
  Bowl: $7.00
  Soup of the Day
  Cup: $4.00
  
  Bowl: $6.00
  House Salad
  Sweet Bay Greens, Roasted Tomatoes, Vidalia Onions, Croutons, Buttermilk Herb Dressing
  
  $5.00
  
  $9.00
  Bibb Salad
  Crumbled Blue Cheese, Dried Cranberries, Candied Pecans, Lemon Herb Vinaigrette
  
  $6.00
  
  $10.00
  Arugula Salad
  Roasted Butternut Squash, Sliced Red Radish, Vidalia Onions, Poppy Seed Vinaigrette
  
  $7.00
  
  $10.00
  Caesar Salad
  Chopped Romaine Heart, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, Anchovy Dressing
  
  $7.00
  
  $10.00
- Sandwiches
  
  Braised Beef Brisket
  
  Ale Braised Beef, Fresh Slaw, Smoked tomato BBQ, Toasted Roll ($10.00)
  
  Corned Beef Reuben
  
  House Made Corned Beef Brisket, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Thousand Island, Marble Rye ($8.00)
  
  Swamp Fox Burger*
  
  House Ground Angus Beef, Fresh Tomato, Lettuce, Crispy Onions, Provolone Cheese ($10.00)
  
  Turkey Club
  
  Smoked Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo, Toasted Wheat ($9.00)
  
  Oyster Po'boy
  
  Crispy Oysters, Bibb Lettuce, Fresh Tomato, House Tartar Sauce, Baguette ($12.00)
  
  Crab Cake Sandwich
  
  Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Vidalia Onions, Spicy Remoulade, Toasted Roll ($11.00)
  
  Toasted Pimento Cheese Sandwich
  
  Fried Green Tomato, Pimento Cheese, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Arugula, Toasted Wheat Bread ($10.00)
- Entrées
  
  Fried Chicken
  
  Mashed Potatoes, Collard Greens, Brown Gravy ($13.00)
  
  Seared Salmon*
  
  Pepper Jack Grits, Grilled Asparagus, Lemon Caper Cream ($15.00)
  
  Shrimp N' Grits
  
  Lobster-Tasso Ham Gravy, Peppers, Onions, Stone Ground Pepperjack Grits ($15.00)
  
  Crab Cakes
  
  Wilted Local Greens, Charred Creamed Corn, Chorizo ($15.00)
  
  Blackened Catfish
  
  Red Rice, Braised Collard Greens ($14.00)
  
  Ricotta Gnocchi
  
  Crispy Roasted Garlic Cauliflower, Capers, Olive Oil, Fresh Lemon Juice ($12.00)
  
  Southern Vegetable Plate
  
  Three of Our House Made Special Sides ($11.00)
Dinner Menu
- Appetizers
  
  Fried Green Tomatoes
  
  Local Goat Cheese, Sweet and Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Jam ($9.00)
  
  Sautéed Local Mussels
  
  White Wine Broth, Sundried Tomatoes, Chorizo, Grilled Focaccia ($10.00)
  
  Grilled Baby Brie
  
  Strawberry Fig Jam, Toasted Crostini ($12.00)
  
  Baked Low Country Crab Dip
  
  Crispy Crostini, Parmesan Cheese ($12.00)
  
  Petite Shrimp N' Grits
  
  Lobster-Tasso Ham Gravy, Peppers, Onions, Adluh Mills Pepper Jack Grits ($11.00)
  
  Bacon Wrapped Scallops
  
  Corn & Tomato Succotash, Hickory Smoked BBQ Sauce ($13.00)
  
  Fried Oysters*
  
  Creamed Corn, Sautéed Swiss Chard ($12.00)
- Soups & Salads
  She Crab Soup
  A Charleston Speciality at the Francis Marion since 1924. Blue Crab, Sherry
  
  Cup: $5.00
  
  Bowl: $7.00
  Soup of the Day
  Cup: $4.00
  
  Bowl: $6.00
  House Salad
  Sweet Bay Greens, Roasted Tomatoes, Vidalia Onions, Croutons, Herbed Buttermilk Dressing
  
  $6.00
  
  $9.00
  Bibb Salad
  Dried Cranberries, Candied Pecans, Blue Cheese, Lemon Herb Dressing
  
  $7.00
  
  $10.00
  Arugula Salad
  Roasted Butternut Squash, Sliced Red Radish, Vidalia Onions, Poppy Seed Vinaigrette
  
  $7.00
  
  $10.00
  Caesar Salad
  Chopped Romaine Heart, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, Anchovy Dressing
  
  $7.00
  
  $10.00
- Entrées
  
  Crab Cakes
  
  Wilted Greens, Chorizo, Blistered Corn Cream ($26.00)
  
  Shrimp N' Grits
  
  Lobster-Tasso Ham Gravy, Peppers, Onions, Adluh Mills Pepper Jack Grits ($23.00)
  
  Crab Stuffed Flounder
  
  Coined Fingerling Potatoes, Leeks, Roasted Cauliflower, Béarnaise Sauce ($27.00)
  
  Blackened SC Catfish
  
  Red Rice, Braised Collard Greens ($19.00)
  
  Low Country Bouillabaisse
  
  Shrimp, Scallops, Mussels, Potatoes, Leeks, Roasted Tomato Broth, Grilled Bread ($25.00)
  
  Atlantic Salmon*
  
  Pepper Jack Grits, Grilled Asparagus, Lemon Caper Cream ($25.00)
  
  Southern Fried Chicken
  
  Mashed Potatoes, Collard Greens, Brown Gravy ($19.00)
  
  Heritage Pork Chop*
  
  Bourbon Baked kidney Beans, Sautéed Swiss Chard, Cinnamon Apple Preserve ($24.00)
  
  Grilled Ribeye*
  
  Herbed Fingerling Potatoes, Green Beans, Black Pepper & Roasted Garlic Aioli ($28.00)
  
  Grilled Filet Mignon*
  
  Grilled Roma Tomatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Dressed Arugula & Cipollini Demi ($35.00)
  
  Braised Boneless Beef Short Ribs
  
  Herb Roasted Potatoes, Sautéed Green Beans With Brown Sugar & Toasted Almonds ($26.00)
  
  Ricotta Gnocchi
  
  Roasted Garlic, Crispy Cauliflower, Capers, Olive Oil, Fresh Lemon Juice ($19.00)
  
  Southern Vegetable Plate
  
  Choose Four of Our House-Made Sides ($16.00)
Dessert Menu
- Desserts
  Coconut Cake
  
  Whipped Cream, Toasted Coconut, Cream Cheese Buttercream ($8.00)
  
  SC Key Lime Pie
  
  Graham Cracker Crust, Vanilla Whipped Cream ($8.00)
  
  Watsonia Farms Strawberry Tart
  
  Strawberry Custard, Caramel Tart, Whipped Cream ($8.00)
  
  Carrot Cake
  
  Cream Cheese Frosting, Caramel Sauce ($8.00)
  
  Pecan Pie
  
  Roasted Pecan Filling, Buttery Crust, Whipped Cream ($8.00)
  
  Southern Chocolate Chess Pie
  
  Cocoa Whipped Cream ($8.00)
  
  Home Made Ice Cream
  Three Scoops of Our Delicious Ice Cream. The Available Flavors Change Daily. Ask Your Server For Our Current Selection
  
  $6.00
  
  Add A Scoop To Any Dessert: $2.00
- After Dinner Drinks
  
  Espresso
  
  Strong Black Coffee ($4.00)
  
  Cappuccino
  
  Espresso Coffee Topped with Frothed Hot Milk or Cream ($5.00)
  
  Latte
  
  Espresso Mixed with Hot or Steamed Milk ($4.50)
Room Service Menus
- Appetizers / Salads
  She Crab Soup
  A Charleston Specialty, First Served Here at the Francis Marion Hotel in 1924 Made with Lump Crab Meat and Cream Sherry
  
  Cup: $6.00
  
  Bowl: $9.00
  Soup of the Day
  Cup: $6.00
  
  Bowl: $9.00
  Southern Sampler
  
  Pimento Cheese, Chowchow, Pickled Okra, Country Ham, Grilled Focaccia ($11.00)
  
  House Salad
  
  Vidalia Onions, Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic Herb Croutons, Herbed Buttermilk Dressing ($12.00)
  
  Bibb Salad
  
  Crumbled Blue Cheese, Candied Pecans, Dried Cranberries, Fresh Herb Buttermilk Dressing ($14.00)
  
  Fried Green Tomatoes
  
  Crisp Panko Breading served with Fresh Local Goat Cheese, Sweet and Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Jelly ($11.00)
  
  Caesar Salad
  
  Romaine, Adluh Mills Herbed Garlic Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, Caesar Dressing ($12.00)
- Sandwiches / Entrée
  
  Reuben
  
  House Made Corned Beef Brisket served on Marble Rye with Sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese and Thousand Island Dressing, Served with Fries ($14.00)
  
  Roasted Turkey Club
  
  Toasted Wheat Bread, Crispy Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayo, Served with Fries ($14.00)
  
  Swamp Fox Burger
  
  House Ground Angus Beef, Lettuce, Crispy Onions and Provolone Cheese, Tomato, Served with Fries ($16.00)
  
  Fried Chicken
  
  Mashed Potatoes, Collard Greens and Brown Gravy ($21.00)
  
  Shrimp N' Grits
  
  The Swamp Fox's Award-Winning Sautéed Local Carolina Shrimp and Grits, Served in a Lobster-Tasso Gravy with Sautéed Bell Peppers and Vidalia Onions over Stone Ground Pepperjack Grits ($24.00)
  
  Local Mushroom Ravioli
  
  Fresh Sweet Corn, Leeks & Heirloom Tomatoes, Herbed Cream ($18.00)
  
  Grilled Rib Eye
  
  Red Potatoes, Grilled Zucchini, Mepkin Abbey Mushroom & Leek Butter ($28.00)
  
  Seared Atlantic Salmon
  
  Herbed Risotto, Asparagus, Tomato & Arugula Salad, Citrus Vinaigrette ($26.00)
- Breakfast
  
  Pancakes with Maple or Strawberry Syrup
  
  and Choice of Bacon or Sausage ($4.00)
  
  One Egg, Breakfast Potatoes, White Toast
  
  And Choice of Bacon or Sausage ($5.00)
  
  Breakfast Cereals
  
  (Assorted or Oatmeal) with Milk ($4.00)
- Lunch / Dinner
  
  Grilled Cheese
  
  Served with Fries or Cinnamon Apple Sauce ($5.00)
  
  Grilled Hamburger
  
  Toasted Burger Bun with American Cheese Served with Fries or Cinnamon Apple Sauce ($5.00)
  
  Cheese Pizza
  
  Marinara Sauce and Shredded Mozzarella ($6.00)
  
  Grilled Chicken Sandwich
  
  Toasted Burger Bun with American Cheese Served with Fries or Cinnamon Apple Sauce ($6.00)
- Desserts
  
  Cheesecake
  
  Seasonal Berry Compote, Whipped Cream ($9.00)
  
  Pecan Pie
  
  Roasted Pecan Pie Filling, Buttery Crust, Whipped Cream ($9.00)
  
  Carrot Cake
  
  Cream Cheese Icing, Caramel Sauce, Whipped Cream ($9.00)
  
  Home Made Ice Creams
  
  ($5.00)
- Beverages
  Iced Tea
  
  ($2.00)
  
  Lemonade
  
  ($2.00)
  
  Hot Tea
  
  ($2.00)
  
  Bottled Water
  
  ($2.00)
  
  Perrier
  
  ($2.00)
  
  Soft Drinks
  
  Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale ($2.00)
  
  Juice
  
  Orange, Cranberry, Apple, Grapefruit, Tomato ($2.00)
  
  Milk
  
  Whole, Skim ($2.00)
  
  Hot Coffee
  Small Pot: $6.00
  
  Large Pot: $8.00
Lounge Menu
- Soups & Salads
  She Crab Soup
  A Charleston Specialty at the Francis Marion since 1924. Lump Crab Meat, Sherry
  
  Cup: $5.00
  
  Bowl: $7.00
  Soup of the Day
  Cup: $4.00
  
  Bowl: $6.00
  Arugula Salad
  Roasted Butternut Squash, Sliced Red Radish, Vidalia Onions, Poppy Seed Vinaigrette
  
  $7.00
  
  $10.00
  Caesar Salad
  Chopped Romaine Heart, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, Anchovy Dressing
  
  $7.00
  
  $10.00
- Main
  
  Fried Green Tomatoes
  
  Local Goat Cheese, Sweet and Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Jelly ($8.00)
  
  Grilled Baby Brie
  
  Swamp Fox Pimento Cheese, Vidalia Onion Relish, Dilly Beans, Toasted Corn Bread ($12.00)
  
  Southern Deviled Eggs
  
  Storey Farm Eggs, Crispy Country Ham, Pimento Cheese ($9.00)
  
  Petite Shrimp N' Grits
  
  Lobster-Tasso Ham Gravy, Peppers, Onions, Adluh Mills Pepperjack Grits ($11.00)
  
  Bacon Wrapped Scallops
  
  Corn & Tomato Succotash, Hickory Smoked BBQ Sauce ($16.00)
  
  Fried Oysters*
  
  Charred Creamed Corn, Wilted Local Greens ($12.00)
  
  Roasted Turkey Club
  
  Toasted Wheat, Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo ($9.00)
  
  Swamp Fox Burger*
  
  House Ground Angus Beef, Fresh Tomato, Lettuce, Crispy Onions, Provolone Cheese ($10.00)
Wine-beer-cocktail Menu
- White
  Francis Marion Chardonnay, California
  $8.00
  
  $28.00
  Rodney Strong Chardonnay, Sonoma
  
  ($32.00)
  
  Trefethen Chardonnay, Napa
  $11.00
  
  $42.00
  Folie a Deux Chardonnay, Sonoma
  $9.00
  
  $32.00
  Jordan Chardonnay, Sonoma
  
  ($65.00)
  
  Lagaria Pinot Grigio, Italy
  $8.00
  
  $29.00
  Crossings Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
  $8.00
  
  $29.00
  Charles Krug Sauvignon Blanc, Napa
  
  ($31.00)
  
  Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc, Napa
  
  ($45.00)
  
  Saint M Riesling, Germany
  $8.00
  
  $29.00
  Franics Marion White Zinfandel, California
  $8.00
  
  $28.00
- Rosé
  Château Grande Cassagne Rosé, France
  $8.00
  
  $29.00
- Red
  Francis Marion Cabernet Sauvignon, California
  $8.00
  
  $28.00
  Chateau St. Jean Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma
  $9.00
  
  $32.00
  Summerland Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon, California
  $12.00
  
  $45.00
  Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Cellars, Napa
  
  ($49.00)
  
  Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma
  
  ($92.00)
  
  Francis Marion Merlot, California
  $8.00
  
  $28.00
  Hayes Merlot, California
  
  ($30.00)
  
  Rodney Strong Pinot Noir, Russian River, Sonoma
  $9.00
  
  $32.00
  Latour Pinot Noir, France
  $10.00
  
  $38.00
  Folie a Deux Zinfandel, Sonoma
  $9.00
  
  $32.00
  Melini Chianti, Italy
  $8.00
  
  $29.00
  Greg Norman Shiraz, Australia
  $8.00
  
  $32.00
  Rodney Strong Symmetry, Sonoma
  
  ($88.00)
  
  Terrazas Malbec, Argentina
  $9.00
  
  $32.00
- Sparkling
  Domaine Chandon Brut, California
  
  ($9.00)
  
  Kenwood Brut, California
  $8.00
  
  $28.00
  Mumm Cordon Rouge, France
  
  ($80.00)
  
  Moet et Chandon, Imperial, France
  
  ($88.00)
  
  Veuve Clicquot "Yellow Label" France
  
  ($92.00)
  
  Perrier Jouet Fleur de Champagne
  
  ($160.00)
  
  Dom Perignon Brut
  
  ($235.00)
- Cocktails
  
  Francis Marion Ankle Breaker
  
  Rum, Cherry Brandy, Lime Juice, Orange Juice, Simple Syrup, Grenadine ($8.00)
  
  Swamp Fox
  
  Vodka, Lemonade, Brewed Unsweetened Ice Tea, Fresh Mint ($9.00)
  
  Planter's Punch
  
  Myer's Dark Rum, Fresh Orange Juice, Pineapple Juice, Grenadine, Maraschino Cherries ($8.00)
  
  Sidecar
  
  Hennessy VSOP Cognac, Cointreau, Lemon ($10.00)
  
  Gin Fizz
  
  Gin, Lemon, Sugar, Soda Water ($8.00)
  
  Mint Julep
  
  Bourbon, Soda Water, Sugar, Fresh Mint ($9.00)
  
  Bloody Mary
  
  Classic or Spicy ($9.00)
  
  Old Fashioned
  
  ($10.00)
  
  Manhattan
  
  ($10.00)
  
  Martini
  
  ($10.00)
  
  Grand Marnier Margarita
  
  ($10.00)
  
  Vesper
  
  Gin, Vodka, Lillet ($10.00)
  
  Whiskey Smash
  
  Bourbon, Lemon, Angostura Bitters, Fresh Mint ($10.00)
- Draft
  
  Frothy Beard Cream Ale
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Palmetto Amber
  
  ($5.00)
  
  River Dog Pale Ale
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Sam Adam's Seasonal
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Sierra Nevada Nooner
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Westbrook White Thai
  
  ($5.00)
- Bottled
  
  Bass
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Blue Moon
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Budweiser
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Coors Light
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Michelob Ultra
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Miller Lite
  
  ($4.00)
  
  O'Doul's
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Sam Adam's
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Amstel Light
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Corona
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Corona Light
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Heineken
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Huger Street IPA Guinness
  
  ($5.00)
  
  New Castle
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Palmetto Amber
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Sierra Nevada Pale Ale
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Yuengling
  
  ($5.00)

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