Beach weddings are hot. See why getting married oceanfront is as easy as a day at the beach.
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Oceanfront dining. Reimagined.
Few restaurants in Charleston offer oceanfront dining. None offer the unique experience you'll find at the brand new BLU.
Set alongside the beach at the Folly Beach Holiday Inn, BLU combines indoor and outdoor seating with food as pure as the view. Enjoy fresh local seafood showcasing the finest in contemporary coastal cuisine as well as an eclectic assortment of small plates perfect for sharing.
Casual yet gracious, BLU is the ideal setting for a romantic dinner for two or an enjoyable night out with friends. Sit back, watch the waves roll in and enjoy the cool ocean breeze as we serve you the most delectable food around.
With a casual beach bar and comfortable restaurant seating, BLU is where you want to be in Charleston.
Recent News
Hotel Featured in Regional Bridal Publication
August 8, 2010
Blu Participates in Palette and Palate Stroll
July 7, 2010
For five years now, the Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ Association’s Annual Palette and Palate Stroll has made its name as one of the most anticipated visual art and fine food summer events in the South. This year’s event will take place on Friday, July 16, 2010. Fine art and food connoisseurs will stroll through the historic streets of downtown Charleston, sampling tastings from twelve of the finest local restaurants in the beautiful setting of twelve prestigious galleries. The Palette and Palate Stroll starts at 5:30pm and ends at 7:30pm. Blu Restaurant will be paired with the Ella Walton Richardson Gallery located on Broad Street.
full story >BLU Introduces Summer 2010 Menu
June 6, 2010
Sample Executive Chef Jonathan Hagins newest creations while enjoying the oceanfront view. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and a late night menu
full story >Top Cocktail - Charleston Magazine
March 3, 2010
The Skinny Goose by bartender Morgan Hurley of BLU Restaurant raised the bar
full story >Charleston Magazine Reviews Blu
September 9, 2009
"The selection of good food is expanding rapidly on the "Edge of America," and thanks to the recent reinvention of the Folly Beach Holiday Inn and the opening of BLU Restaurant & Bar, yet another star glows on the horizon."
full story >Post and Courier Reviews Blu
June 6, 2009
"Chef Hagins takes the familiar and ratchets the flavors with his own personal style."
full story >Blu Awarded Platinum Status
June 6, 2009
Blu Restaurant and Bar has been awarded Platinum certification, the highest level possible by the South Carolina Aquarium's Sustainable Seafood Initiative. The program is desinged to promote the use of local and sustainable seafood in South Carolina restaurants. Blu is one of six restaurants in Charleston with Platinum certification.
full story >Blu Bartender Wins Grey Goose Challenge
April 4, 2009
Morgan Hurley creates winning martini for Grey Goose Challenge
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