Frequently Asked Questions

Every Plates & Thyme experience is designed to feel seamless, elevated, and deeply personal. Below are answers to some of the most common questions regarding booking, private dining experiences, and hospitality services.

Close-up of a cooked steak topped with garlic, herbs, and seasoning, resting on a wire rack. The steak appears juicy and is garnished with sprigs of fresh herbs.
Person scooping mixed berries into a bowl from a metal mixing bowl.
A table set with plates of food including three fried items, a slice of cake with white frosting in a green sauce, a bowl of mashed potatoes, and a small cake with pink fondant topped with white cream and green garnish. There are two glasses of water, a fork and knife on a napkin, and a menu on the table.
A plated gourmet salad with leafy greens, shredded cheese, toasted bread crumbs, and creamy dressing on a white plate.
A man wearing a white chef coat, black apron, and black gloves cooking in a bright kitchen. He is smiling while preparing food, with a bowl of colorful mixed vegetables and other cooking ingredients in front of him.

Whether you're planning an intimate dinner, celebration, or luxury vacation dining experience, Plates & Thyme is designed to bring elevated hospitality directly to you.

“Trusted by Charleston locals and visitors alike”

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 7 weeks ago
Juan made our Mothers Day dinner so memorable. We worked through the menu ahead of time and he accommodated the dietary restrictions of our guests. But the highlight was the meal. Wow. The meal. We are still talking about it today (the next day). If you are wanting to be pampered and experience low country in home dining you should consider hiring Juan.
— Airbnb
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 7 weeks ago
We hired chef Juan with Plates and Thyme for my 40th birthday dinner celebration and it was the best dinner of my life! Incredible experience, flavor, high quality food, and all at the convenient location of our beach condo. Incredible value for what you get and if we lived closer to SC, we would make this a yearly experience, it was that incredible!
— Google
Four raw, seasoned beef steaks on a wire rack inside a metal tray.
A hand drizzling salad dressing onto a plate of mixed greens and vegetables.
A plate of chicken and vegetable soup with white beans, carrots, celery, and diced meat topped with herbs.
A family or group of friends gathered around a dining table in a bright, cozy kitchen and dining area, enjoying a meal together. Everyone is smiling and looking at the camera.
Person scooping mixed berries into bowls on a white surface.