Cornbread is a must!!!! General Rudy's was very good....a little on the salty side but still very good. The same can be said about the chicken pot pie. Great server (Sean) and a very cool building!! Looking forward to coming back the next time we come through.

This is a really cool place and a great lunch option. The bar was beautiful and there's a ton of seating options. I ordered the fried chicken sandwich because chicken is their thing and it was good! I have to say I think it's a little expensive considering it doesn't come with the side, well besides cucumbers (which were tasty and refreshing!), but the sandwich itself was really big. I also thought the beer was a little expensive, but for being in Charleston not terrible. The comeback sauce that's served with the French fries is delish! I'd like to come back and try other things. Our waiter, Raymond, was a gem, and hilarious! Such a character and we had a great time chatting with him. He was really attentive, too. I'd give this place a shot if you have a chance!

We had a great Sunday dinner at Rudy Royale to close out a bachelor weekend. The staff were very accommodating to our party of 10+ and provided us a very thorough dinner service. The party had a mix of items, from the legendary chicken sandwich, classic chicken pot pie, general Rudy's chicken, and even a really nicely executed salmon entree. I would without a doubt recommend this iconic piece of the Charleston food scene to any and everyone (especially groups or a party looking for a variety of options) Our server Megan, took great care of us and we would certainly come back from Charlotte to dine with her again.

Great meal and service. Everything was 5 stars (hostess, servers, food, ambience) I think is a must try if you like fried chicken and sweet tea. Items ordered: Fried pickles 3 pc fried chicken (white) Crispy cracked garlic potatoes Sweet tea

This was a new spot for me and I absolutely loved it. It's right in the heart of the market and gallery area downtown charleston( which means the whole arena is walkable and there's plenty of parking garages to choose from). The staff was pleasant and the atmosphere fine. There was nothing about the interior that wowed me but it was nice! The food and drinks on the other hand were great. I started off with the Halloween cocktail, The Orb Weaver soley because it reminded me of Sloan from the book Butcher and Blackbird. The tequila was on the heavy side so if you like strong pours this is for you. The cornbread was fine but the biscuits and gravy was delicious!! The biscuit was extra fluffy and paired well with the gravy. I got a side of bacon with this too. My friend ordered the Nashville hot chicken strips and said they actually taste like true hot chicken. (Too many places in Charleston are claiming they make hot chicken and it's nothing like the original flavor.) Overall I enjoyed my experience here and would consider going back in the future. If you've never been I recommend checking it out.

I took some friends from out of town here because I had tried it before and remember the chicken being some of the best in town. The food isn't going to be you've ever had, but it's a good well rounded affordable menu. I wasn't impressed this time around as I ordered a simple wedge salad and it was drowning in ranch. The onions were also way too sweet- like strangley sweet as if they shouldn't have been that way. I will not be ordering that again. I will say I would give them another chance because my first visit wasn't bad and I still tell everyone I meet that they have the best Bloody Mary in Charleston- complete with a chicken slider, bacon and fried oyster. It is a meal in itself!!!!

Excellent stop for lunch. Lots of Birthday parties and Bachelorette Lunches. We sat in the bar area, and we were happy for the ice water and air conditioning. We got the Deviled Eggs to go with our cocktails and then shared the Chicken & Waffles and Mac & Cheese. Great spot, not too busy at 11:30 on Saturday. Good service, attentive but not pushy. Give it a try! Perfect.

Rudy Royale offers an exceptional dining experience that truly celebrates the art of fried chicken. Our server was attentive, friendly, and helpful, making the meal even more enjoyable. We started with the Fried Pickles, which were briny and wonderfully crispy. The SC Peaches with Prosciutto provided an interesting sweet and savory combination that we thoroughly enjoyed. The highlight was undoubtedly their signature fried chicken sandwich with Pimento cheese--an absolute must-try. Anything fried chicken-focused here is fantastic, thanks to the amazing breading and juicy chicken. For those looking for something different, the Swordfish Asada was a flavorful and tasty entree. The atmosphere at Rudy Royale is open, warm, and relaxed, with comfortable seating that invites you to linger and savor every bite. Their wall art even showcases their chicken focus, with chicks doing yoga. Overall, it's a fantastic spot for anyone looking to indulge in some top-notch fried chicken and more.

As part of the Charleston Culinary Tour our group ate here for our third stop. We were sat at a long table that was slightly offset from the larger dining spaces. A musician played his guitar in the larger section and we were able to still hear easily enough. The staff served us chicken sliders which were very delicious. The roll, while looking like it would overpower the chicken, was perfectly fluffy and a nice contrast to the crunchy savory chicken. I also had a cocktail here which was also very good. The waitstaff was prompt, fast, and informative. They stopped by to make sure we had everything we needed. They also gave great recommendations on drinks!