J. Paul'z offers amazing food, infused cocktails, and exceptional wines. We serve New American Tapas and Sushi, as well as contemporary full scale entrees. Menu items range from Moroccan Chicken Satays and Portobello Mushroom Tarts to Sage Roasted Chicken with Gouda cheese grits and our new crowd favorite Drunken Pork Osso Bucco with Sweet Potato Ravioli. Menu prices range from $6-21. J. Paul'z offers on-site catering as well as off-site catering and bar services. Looking for a place to hold your next party? J. Paul'z hosts parties from 10-100 people. Bridal and baby showers, birthday, holiday, office and anniversary parties, as well as rehearsal dinners and receptions, we can hold them all.

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Overall

(Very Good) 3.5 / 5

(20 Reviews)

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(6)

3 stars

(6)

2 stars

(3)

1 star

(1)

Food

(Very Good) 3.5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem(10)
good for groups(9)
fit for foodies(5)

special occasion(4)
great for outdoor dining(3)
hot spot(3)

J Paulz - James Island Reviews List

Review 1 for J Paulz - James Island

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We were looking forward to an evening of tapas and sushi, the "specialties" of J Paulz. What a let down we had. The room and table + settings were dirty and I wondered if this is the type of place I might get hepatitis. The dumplings were skimpy and lukewarm, the tuna tostadas were so-so. The menu attempts to offer something for everyone. My husband ordered steak frites, the steak was not cooked as he requested and the fries were soggy. I had a maki, the roll was mashed and overloaded with mayonnaise. The only redeeming feature of j Paulz was our waiter, he was friendly and professional. But I will not go back."

Dined on 5/18/2013

Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly

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Review 2 for J Paulz - James Island

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome as usual

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I have brunch here about twice a month. It was great as it always is..."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 3 for J Paulz - James Island

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We went for Mothers Day Brunch.
The waiter was not good. Did not explain anything. Delivered food and left. We had no Salt/Pepper, he didnt ask if we need anything.
When we arrived, the Hostess was texting, we had to wait for her to be attentive.
The seat cushions were torn open and you could see the foam.
AppleBees would have been a better dining experience."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 4 for J Paulz - James Island

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Waiter very helpful, perhaps

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/26/2013

2013

Dined on 04/26/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Waiter very helpful, perhaps a bit too friendly. Service very good but place not packed on FRiday night after 8:00."

Dined on 04/26/2013

2013

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem

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Review 5 for J Paulz - James Island

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Limited menu Sunday Brunch.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2013

2011

Dined on 04/14/2013

2011

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Limited menu Sunday Brunch. Write up didn't mention that and we arrived expecting a seafood lunch. Hostess was friendly and directed us to another restaurant."

Dined on 04/14/2013

2011

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Review 6 for J Paulz - James Island

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great neighborhood eatery!!!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/06/2013

2010

Dined on 04/06/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"GREAT neighborhood restaurant, close to home :)! My husband and I met two other couples for dinner. We sat in the lounge seating area in the back. Very relaxed setting, took our time eating drinking, eating some more and drinking some more! A little bit pricy, but you get great service and food!!!

We highly recommend this restaurant!"

Dined on 04/06/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 7 for J Paulz - James Island

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service and food were very

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/12/2013

2008

Dined on 03/12/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Service and food were very good. Would go back again. A bot out of the way but worth the trip."

Dined on 03/12/2013

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot

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Review 8 for J Paulz - James Island

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice neighborhood restaurant

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/23/2013

2009

Dined on 03/23/2013

2009

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Went there with 2 friends. Our waiter was great, very friendly & attentive. We all tried the calamari appetizer which was tender and tasty. 2 of our party had the short ribs which were very good. I had the veggie rolls and butternut squash ravioli (2 appetizers); the rolls were yummy but I was a bit disappointed with the ravioli as it did not have much taste. We ordered the pomegranate sangria for the table which needed a bit of sweetening. This is a casual restaurant and the experience was very pleasant. We would certainly return. There is a pleasant outdoor area which will be very nice when the weather warms up."

Dined on 03/23/2013

2009

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem

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Review 9 for J Paulz - James Island

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great sushi and tapas, and a lot of drinks available. We enjoyed every dish we ordered."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 10 for J Paulz - James Island

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It has been a while since

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/21/2013

2009

Dined on 02/21/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"It has been a while since I have been to JPaulz. I was so pleasantly surprised as was the party i was with. Believe it or not it was one of the best meals I have had in any restaurant in Charleston!!! Outstanding!!!"

Dined on 02/21/2013

2009

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Ratings-Only Reviews for J Paulz - James Island

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(Very Good) 3.5 / 5

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