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Charleston restaurant ranked #7 Best Fine Dining Restaurant in the World — and the only U.S. restaurant on the list
Charleston, SC (September 26, 2025) — Revival, Charleston’s modern Southern eatery, is proud to announce it has been recognized in Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2025, ranking #7 in the “Best Fine Dining Restaurants in the World” category. Revival is the only U.S. restaurant to appear on this prestigious global list, placing Charleston firmly on the international culinary map.
Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards celebrate the best in travel and dining based on authentic reviews and ratings from millions of travelers and diners worldwide over a 12-month period. Winners represent the top 1% of all listings on Tripadvisor.
“We are humbled and honored to be recognized among the best fine dining restaurants in the world on Tripadvisor,” said Justin Leonard, General Manager of Revival. “To be the only restaurant in the United States included on their list is an incredible distinction for our team, our guests, and Charleston’s thriving food scene. This honor belongs to everyone who has supported us and shared their experiences. To everyone who took the time to review us on Tripadvisor, thank you Kristen Dalton, President of Tripadvisor, added: “Congratulations to Revival on its recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2025. Ranking among the top percentage of businesses globally means you have made a memorable impact on your visitors that many of them took time to go online and leave a glowing review about their experience. We hope this recognition continues to drive business to you in 2025 and beyond.”
Travelers and diners can explore Revival’s Tripadvisor page and reviews here.
Located in the heart of Charleston, S.C., Revival celebrates Southern culinary traditions with a modern approach. The restaurant is dedicated to honoring the Lowcountry’s rich history through thoughtfully sourced ingredients, innovative techniques, and warm hospitality. With this recognition as one of the Best Fine Dining Restaurants in the World, Revival continues to be a destination for both locals and global travelers seeking an elevated taste of Charleston. To view the current menu, make reservations or learn more about Revival, please visit revivalcharleston.com
Avocet Hospitality has built its boutique hotels and restaurants on the foundation that every guest who walks through the doors should experience true hospitality magic. Sensational service, surprise and delight moments and endless fun are the backbone of each of Avocet’s four independent hotels and food and beverage outlets that dot secondary and tertiary cities across the American South. The group’s portfolio includes The Vendue in Charleston, SC, Tides Folly Beach in Folly Beach, SC, The Read House in Chattanooga, TN and The Admiral in Mobile, AL, all of which have been created to embrace the neighborhood in which it resides. To learn more about Avocet Hospitality, visit avocethospitality.com.
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