The Basement Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to The Basement, a culinary haven nestled at 1055 SC-41 in Mt Pleasant, SC. This vibrant spot marries a lively atmosphere with a mouthwatering menu that showcases Southern comfort food at its finest. From savory Hushpuppies paired with pimento cheese to St. Louis-style ribs slathered in Carolina mustard sauce, there’s something to tantalize every palate.
Brunch enthusiasts will savor dishes like the indulgent Short Rib Hash and the sweet delight of French Toast adorned with roasted peaches. The kids’ menu offers delightful choices like Chicken Fingers and Grilled Cheese, ensuring the whole family enjoys a great meal.
With rave reviews highlighting friendly service and a stellar drink selection, The Basement invites you to experience not just excellent food, but an unforgettable atmosphere perfect for unwinding and making memories.
Dinner - Appetizers
Deviled Eggs
house bacon, smoked salmon and capers
Chicken Livers
stone ground grits, caramelized onions, bourbon chicken jus
Ribs
St. Louis style pork ribs, Carolina mustard sauce, blue cheese slaw
Wings
smoked, spicy ranch dry rub, pickled carrots, buttermilk dressing
Hushpuppies
pimento cheese, roasted red pepper puree
Green Tomatoes
fried, okra, red cabbage chow chow, basil buttermilk dressing
Sesame Shrimp
shell-on New Orleans style, beer braised, spicy garlic butter, baguette
Fried Oysters
creamed spinach, house bacon, parmesan, pickled shallots
41 Salad
mixed greens, tomatoes, radish, pickled red onion, walnuts, goat cheese, lemon-honey vinaigrette
Wedge
iceberg, house bacon, tomatoes, cucumbers, buttermilk blue cheese
Spinach
quinoa, apples, strawberries, red onion, candied pecans, goat cheese, ginger balsamic vinaigrette
Kale Caesar
herb croutons, parmesan, hard boiled egg, anchovy dressing
Add Grilled Shrimp or Chicken
Add Fried Oysters
Add Grilled Salmon
Dinner - Salads
Dinner - Entrees
Smoked Pork Chop
mac & cheese, braised collards, maple-apple gastrique
Fried Chicken
buttermilk brined, mashed potatoes, collards, Tasso gravy
Grilled Salmon
sweet corn and butter bean succotash, roasted new potatoes, pickled shrimp, pecan gremolata
Lobster, Shrimp, and Grits
house bacon, sweet onions and peppers, lobster, east coast shrimp, stone ground grits
Vegetable Plate
warm quinoa spinach salad, seasonal vegetables, pickled fennel, lemon-honey vinaigrette
NY Strip
smoked, sweet corn and cauliflower puree, charred broccoli, piquillo peppers, white balsamic glaze
Pasta
chicken or shrimp, linguine, seasonal vegetables, spinach-pesto cream sauce
Fish and Chips
beer battered cod, open faced brioche, malt vineager tarter, lemongrass cocktail, house fries
Smoked Chicken
Texas toast, bacon jam, fontina, pickled jalapeno, red cabbage slaw, creamed corn and poblano skillet
Burger
house ground, sesame bun, pimento cheese, special sauce, caramelized onions, truffle fries
Braised Collard Greens
Mac and Cheese
Seasonal Vegetables
House Truffle Fries
Dinner - Sides
Dinner - Kids
Hot dog
Cheeseburger
Regular or Gluten-Free Chicken Fingers
Grilled Cheese
Butter or Marinara Pasta
with choice of fries, fresh fruit, or mac & cheese
Red Velvet Cupcakes
Flourless Chocolate Mousse Cake
Tableside S'mores
Strawberry Cake
Dinner - Dessert
Happy Hour - Main
Domestics
Well Liquor
Kentucky Mules
House Wines
Bourbon Chicken
fried thigh, bourbon bbq sauce
Disco Fries
bacon, caramelized onion, Tasso gravy
Pulled Pork Slider
mustard bbq, brown sugar, roasted pineapple
Chicken Nachos
grilled chicken, corn tortilla chips, cheddar-jack cheese, fresh pico, lime crema
Fresh Fruit
house granola, vanilla yogurt, local honey
Hushpuppies
pimento cheese, red pepper sauce
Poutine
brunch potatoes, cheese curds, pork belly and sausage gravy, sunny egg
Deviled Eggs
3 house bacon, 3 smoked salmon and caper
Brunch - Starters
Brunch - Brunch
The Breakfast
two eggs your way, choice of stone ground grits or home fries, house maple bacon or house sausage, waffle
Shrimp, Lobster, and Grits
bacon, sweet peppers and onions, lobster-tomato gravy
Short Rib Hash
caramelized onions, roasted mushrooms, asparagus, poached eggs, hollandaise
Burger
house blend of chuck and brisket, pimento cheese, caramelized onions, sunny egg, truffle fries
BEC
Texas toast, house maple bacon, fried egg, basil pesto mayo, spinach, home fries
Kale Salad
smoked salmon croquette, herb croutons, parmesan, anchovy dressing
Fried Catfish
buttermilk biscuit, soft scrambled egg, pork belly gravy
French Toast
vanilla cream cheese, roasted peaches, candied pecans, maple syrup, preserves
Egg White Omelet
squash, zucchini, spinach, cherry tomatoes, Fontana cheese sauce
Pork and Eggs
smoked pork chop, potato and fennel hash, bacon gastrique, choice of eggs
Chicken and Waffle
3 piece fried chicken, buttermilk waffe, honey butter, bourbon syrup
Home Fries
fry spice, sweet peppers and onions
Truffle Fries
house cut, parmesan cheese
Geechie Boy Grits
monterey jack and cheddar
House Bacon
thin cut, maple, brown sugar
House Breakfast Sausage
pickled jalapenos, local honey
Buttermilk Biscuits
apple butter, preserves
Brunch - Share Sides
Brunch - Kids
Waffle with Syrup
Breakfast
scrambled egg, choice of bacon or sausage, waffle