Step into a Mediterranean Dining Dream right in the heart of Lowcountry – Philosophia in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

By Mark A. Leon

Γειά μας! – Cheers! 

Philosophia, located at 909 Houston Northcutt Blvd (Whole Foods Plaza), is a reason to celebrate Greek/Mediterranean cuisine in the Lowcountry. 

Dining at Philosophia is like stepping into a Mediterranean culinary dream.  You won’t feel the ancient wonders of the coliseum or bask in the transparent teal waters off the coast, but if you close your eyes as you bite into the Tyropita (marinated feta cheese wrapped in phyllo and fried with sesame and honey), you will sense the breeze as you sit on your villa overlooking the sea as the warmth of the sun bronzes your skin.

That is what Philosophia will do for you!

There is an exquisite authenticity to the thoughtfully curated menu and wine offerings that respect tradition while offering intensely beautiful flavors.  A few dishes that will warm your palate and leave you with complete satisfaction include:

Starters:

• Keftedes – Freshly ground meatballs with herbs, breadcrumbs, lemon dill beurre blanc
• Spanakorizo – Risotto cakes stuffed with spinach and cheese in a wild mushroom velouté

Main Dishes

• Pastitsio – Baked layers of aromatic ground beef, pasta, bechamel, whipped ricotta
• Whole Branzino – Head on, bone-in, char-grilled 1 ½ lb “Mediterranean sea bass” with lemon – herb EVOO and quinoa salad
• Braised Lamb Shank – Sweet potato skordalia, mint gremoulata

The cocktail and wine menu compliments the dishes so well with an international blend of wines from Greece, Austria, Spain, Italy, Turkey and domestic.

On Tuesday evenings, a little of the old country is brought home with Meze Night, a family style 3 course dinner. 

The night cannot be complete without sharing an indulgent piece of baklava.  Mercy!

From the moment you walk in, there is a sense of family and celebration with vibrant conversations, laughter and charm.  There is a true Western European feel whether your party is coming in for a large group occasion, date night or a casual drink at the bar.  

We were also so pleased with the service, which was exceptionally inviting, professional and attentive to our needs.

It was a treat to dine at Philosophia and expect many more satisfying returns.  

• Click HERE for the full dinner menu.
• Click HERE for the lunch menu.
• The complete list of wines and cocktails can be found HERE.