Common Thread Menu
dinner
Oyster No. 1
black garlic tosazu + soy - smoked trout roe ea
Oyster No. 2
green strawberry - shallot - serrano - aromatic vinegar ea
Yellowfin Tuna
spring onion dashi - verjus - english pea crema - radish - soybean - pea shoot
Flounder Crudo
zhug - strawberry + rhubarb - pickled red onion - crispy rice
Green Beans
mushroom dressing - pickled green beans - coconut - spring onion
Smoked Beets
strawberry + harissa - feta - mint - dukkah spice
Roasted Cabbage
mushroom xo - tamarind chutney - sugar snaps - golden beet
Beef Tartare
horseradish + caper + shallot - aioli + celery root - radish - lavash
Smoked Sunchoke
whipped yogurt - vadouvan honey - golden raisin - aleppo - pistachio
Radiatori
ricotta - spinach - green garlic - english peas - pane fritto
Sweet Potato
huancaina - arugula pistou - huacatay - pumpkin seed - parmesan
Rice Porridge
carolina gold rice - bbq mushroom - crispy potato - purple daikon
Cobia
fennel conserva - spring onion - austrian green peas + red curry vinaigrette
1/2 Chicken
piri piri marinade - bird's eye chili - creamed collard green + tahini
Pork Pavé
carrot + ginger - broccoli - urfa hickory glaze
Dry Aged Ny Strip
crispy potatoes - szechuan + beef fat - arugula - mushroom conserva
dessert
Carrot Cake Bread Pudding
cream cheese icing - spiced pecans
Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse
caramel - feuilletine - coffee ice cream
Orange Creamsicle Sorbet
coconut - satsuma
vegetarian
Green Beans
mushroom dressing - pickled green beans - coconut - spring onion (v)
Smoked Beets
strawberry + harissa - feta - mint - dukkah spice
Roasted Cabbage
(v) mushroom xo - tamarind chutney - sugar snaps - golden beet
Embered Broccoli
(v) ginger dressing - sunflower seed tahini - pickled carrot
Smoked Sunchoke
whipped yogurt - vadouvan honey - golden raisin - aleppo - pistachio
Creamed Collard Green
(v) potato - tahini - preserved lemon - parmesan
Radiatori
ricotta - spinach - green garlic - english peas - pane fritto
Rice Porridge
(v) carolina gold rice - bbq mushroom - crispy potato - purple daikon
Sweet Potato
huancaina - arugula pistou - huacatay - pumpkin seed - parmesan
At Common Thread, the menu reads like a confident conversation between Lowcountry tradition and modern restraint, with each dish showing intention rather than excess. The oyster course sets the tone immediately: Oyster No. 1 and Oyster No. 2 aren’t competing twins but distinct expressions, each highlighting brine, freshness, and subtle accompaniments that respect the shellfish instead of masking it. The Yellowfin Tuna follows with clean precision-silky texture, balanced seasoning, and a presentation that lets the quality of the fish speak clearly.
Vegetarian plates are treated with the same seriousness. Green Beans arrive bright and focused, cooked just enough to preserve snap and depth. Smoked Beets bring an earthy sweetness layered with gentle smokiness, while the Roasted Cabbage is unexpectedly rich, coaxed into something savory and satisfying without losing its rustic core.
Desserts lean comforting yet refined. Carrot Cake Bread Pudding delivers warmth and spice without heaviness, Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse is smooth and indulgent with controlled sweetness, and the Orange Creamsicle Sorbet ends the meal on a playful, citrusy note-light, nostalgic, and refreshing.