A new all-day dining restaurant called Quarter French is set to open in spring 2026 at 40 Broad St. in downtown Charleston. The project comes from Charleston natives Mike and Kathleen Shuler, owners of the Blind Tiger Pub, along with business partner and sommelier Nathan Wheeler, who say they hope to create a neighborhood bistro in the heart of the French Quarter.
The team has restored the historic circa-1806 Broad Street property with an emphasis on preserving its original character. Plans include indoor and outdoor seating, along with a four-season courtyard designed for year-round use.
Quarter French is taking over the former home of the Brown Dog Deli
Quarter French will take broad inspiration from French cuisine but won’t aim to be strictly traditional. The menu will focus on bistro dishes with subtle French influences and locally sourced ingredients across breakfast, lunch and dinner. A cocktail program and an expansive bar will accompany the food, and a wine cellar designed by Wheeler is expected to be a standout feature.
The restaurant reflects the group’s interest in historic preservation and Charleston’s dining culture. The name is a playful reference to both its location and Mike Shuler’s family background—three-quarters native Charlestonian and one-quarter French, a heritage passed down from his maternal grandmother, who moved to Charleston after World War II.
Quarter French is expected to open in spring 2026. Updates are available on Instagram at @quarterfrench_chs and at quarterfrenchcharleston.com.