Edison James Island Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Edison James Island, a hidden gem nestled in Charleston that perfectly marries New American cuisine with seafood elegance. This cozy wine bar, located at 1014 Fort Johnson Rd, boasts an inviting atmosphere, ideal for any occasion—from casual meals to special gatherings.
The menu shines with carefully crafted appetizers, such as Chicken Fried Oysters with roasted corn remoulade and Fromage & Fig, featuring whipped goat cheese paired with fig jam. For something unique, try the Vietnamese Pho Tacos, a delightful fusion of flavors.
Satisfy your taste buds with heartwarming soups, like the West Indies Seafood Chowder or the Thai Chicken Noodle—both are well-loved by patrons. As you explore further, the sandwiches, particularly the Harissa & Honey Chicken, offer exciting flavor combinations.
With a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and attentive service, Edison James Island promises a culinary experience that keeps you coming back for more.
Appetizers
Chicken Fried Oysters
roasted corn remoulade, pickled red onion, daikon radish sprouts, yellow sriracha
Fromage & Fig
whipped goat cheese, fig jam, toasted almonds, wildflower honeycomb, toasted crostini
Bacon Wrapped Dates
smoked bacon-wrapped medjool dates, whipped feta, crispy kale, balsamic reduction, herb oil
Vietnamese Pho Tacos*
hoisin pork, glass noodles, cilantro, sprouts, ginger aioli, sriracha
Charcuterie & Cheese Plate
Chef's selection of cured meats, cheeses, and accompaniments
Italian BLT
crispy pancetta, fresh mozzarella, sun dried tomato pesto, mixed greens, balsamic aioli, toasted foccacia
Harissa & Honey Chicken
grilled and glazed chicken breast, charred onion, arugula, halal white sauce, grilled naan
Wild Mushroom Melt
sauteed mushroom melange, fontina, spinach, herb aioli, multigrain
Edison Bacon Cheesburger
certified angus beef, havarti cheese, applewood smoked bacon, grilled red onion, black pepper aioli, brioche bun
Sandwiches
Soups
West Indies Seafood Chowder
shrimp, crab, conch, roasted corn, chili oil
Thai Chicken Noodle
lemongrass poached chicken, vermicelli, thai basil, spicy thai coconut broth
Lowcountry Butter Bean
smoked sausage, butter beans, spinach, herb broth
Blackberry Wedge
fresh blackberries, crumbled goat cheese, crispy pancetta, red onion, blackberry vinaigrette, pepita crunch
Edison Baby Greens
plum tomato, red onion, radish, white balsamic vinaigrette
Moroccan
arugula-frisée, shaved fennel, dates, toasted walnuts, feta, saffron-honey vinaigrette
Bistro Steak Salad*
gorgonzola, fresh croutons, sweety drop peppers, red onion, hearts of palm, pommery mustard vinaigrette
Salads
Salads - Additions
Grilled Chicken
Salmon*
Shrimp*
Steak*
Shrimp Cavatelli
shrimp, mushrooms mélange, sun-dried tomato butter sauce, spinach, ricotta cavatelli
Chilean Sea Bass
balsamic-roasted baby heirloom tomato ragout, ricotta salata, kalamata olive tapenade, capellini pasta
Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl
ahi tuna-furikake, avocado, wakame, cucumber, ginger-tamari sauce, sushi rice, nori, cilantro, kuikawa sauce
Gochujang Pork Tenderloin
korean bbq, corn pancakes, sweet & sour cucumber salad, ginger aioli, daikon radish sprouts
Chicken & Waffles
buttermilk fried chicken, sweet tea-bacon gravy, cholula butter, belgian waffles with pearl sugar
Blackstrap Braised Beef Short Ribs
smoked gouda grits, crispy brussels sprouts, frizzled onions, blackstrap bbq sauce
Sweet Corn and Crab Gnocchi
smoked bacon, jumbo lump crab, baby heirloom tomatoes, basil, sweet corn-parmesan broth
Steak Frites
local marinated & grilled flank steak, herb butter, frites, red wine braised onions
Edison Shrimp & Grits
shrimp, crab, conch, smoked sausage, smoked gouda grits, saffron-tomato gravy, scallions
Dinner Entrées
Sides
Herb Shoestring Fries
Sweet & Sour Cucumber Salad
Baby Green Side Salad
Strawberry-Pistachio Crepes
pistachio buttercream, macerated strawberries, pistachio crumble, powdered sugar
Blackberry-Key Lime Pie
graham cracker crust, silky key lime pie, fresh blackberries, blackberry coulis
Chocolate Espresso Cheesecake
dark chocolate, espresso, ganache
Edison Chocolate Bulb
triple chocolate brownie, macerated strawberries, vanilla bean ice cream, hot caramel poured tableside *not available for carryout
Edison Apple Fritters
add vanilla bean ice cream +2.00
Sweets
Sides To Share
Truffle-Parmesan Fries
black pepper aioli
Sweet Potato Fries
agave mustard aioli
Cous Cous Salad
divina tomatoes, feta
Black Bean & Street Corn Salad
cotija cheese