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Culinary Heritage

Begin each morning with a cooked-to-order breakfast, enjoy afternoon tea and hors d’oeuvres, and end the day with evening port, sherry, and brandy. Guests are warmly welcomed to dine at Circa 1886, located at the historic inn’s sister property, Wentworth Mansion®.

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Circa 1886 Restaurant

Located in the original carriage house of Wentworth Mansion®, Circa 1886 invites guests to explore a thoughtfully crafted menu featuring imaginative tasting menus, seasonal ingredients, and refined à la carte offerings. Surrounded by original pine floors and timeless architectural details, guests enjoy a uniquely intimate setting paired with warm Southern hospitality. Circa 1886 is consistently ranked among Charleston’s most acclaimed dining destinations and has even received a AAA Four Diamond rating, as well as awards from Wine Spectator and Distinguished Restaurants of North America.