1. Soby’s New South Cuisine
- Description: A Greenville institution, Soby’s is housed in a renovated cotton mill downtown and offers a refined take on Southern cuisine. Elegant yet approachable.
- Menu Highlights: Crab cakes, shrimp & grits, fried green tomatoes, buttermilk fried chicken.
- Link: Soby’s Menu
2. Hall’s Chophouse Greenville
- Description: Upscale steakhouse known for impeccable service and top-quality beef. Ideal for business dinners or special occasions.
- Menu Highlights: Filet mignon, dry-aged ribeye, she-crab soup, lobster tail.
- Link: Hall’s Chophouse Menu
3. Jianna
- Description: Modern Italian overlooking Falls Park. Hand-crafted pasta and a fantastic oyster bar.
- Menu Highlights: House-made ricotta, rigatoni with fennel sausage ragu, oysters on the half shell.
- Link: Jianna Menu
4. The Anchorage
- Description: A hidden gem in the Village of West Greenville, with a farm-to-table, globally inspired small plates menu.
- Menu Highlights: Seasonal vegetable dishes, NC trout, local charcuterie.
- Link: The Anchorage Menu
5. Augusta Grill
- Description: An elegant, quiet spot favored by locals for upscale comfort food and weekly-changing menus.
- Menu Highlights: Pan-seared scallops, crab cakes, veal meatloaf.
- Link: Augusta Grill Menu
6. Lewis Barbecue
- Description: The Greenville outpost of Charleston’s legendary Texas-style barbecue. Massive smokers on site.
- Menu Highlights: Beef brisket, pork spareribs, hot guts sausage.
- Link: Lewis Barbecue Menu
7. The Trappe Door
- Description: Underground Belgian bar with hearty fare and a massive beer list.
- Menu Highlights: Moules frites, duck fat fries, beer-braised beef stew.
- Link: The Trappe Door Menu
8. UP on the Roof
- Description: Rooftop dining with panoramic city views and a focus on craft cocktails and shareable plates.
- Menu Highlights: Seared tuna nachos, truffle fries, bourbon-glazed pork belly.
- Link: UP on the Roof Menu
9. Larkin’s on the River
- Description: Riverside dining near Falls Park. Known for upscale Southern classics and great seafood.
- Menu Highlights: Lobster mac & cheese, shrimp and grits, prime rib.
- Link: Larkin’s Menu
10. Sidewall Pizza
- Description: Handcrafted pizzas with creative toppings and homemade ice cream. Casual but beloved.
- Menu Highlights: Roasted mushroom pizza, sweet heat pizza, mint chip ice cream.
- Link: Sidewall Pizza Menu
11. Husk Greenville
- Description: Sister location of the famed Charleston original. Hyper-local ingredients and inventive Southern cuisine.
- Menu Highlights: Heritage pork, locally grown veggies, wood-fired plates.
- Link: Husk Greenville Menu
12. Stella’s Southern Brasserie
- Description: Elegant but relaxed, French-inspired Southern cooking with local ingredients.
- Menu Highlights: Shrimp creole, croque madame, lemon beignets.
- Link: Stella’s Menu
13. Methodical Coffee (Bonus Coffee Spot)
- Description: Third-wave coffee roaster with a beautiful café and meticulous brews.
- Menu Highlights: Pour-over coffee, lavender latte, locally baked pastries.
- Link: Methodical Coffee Menu
14. Bacon Bros. Public House
- Description: Rustic eatery focusing on house-cured meats and Southern comfort food.
- Menu Highlights: Bacon caramel popcorn, house charcuterie board, smoked brisket.
- Link: Bacon Bros. Menu
15. Passerelle Bistro
- Description: French bistro perched above the Reedy River Falls. Romantic and scenic.
- Menu Highlights: Mussels, steak frites, crème brûlée.
- Link: Passerelle Bistro Menu
16. Coral
- Description: Sleek sushi and seafood restaurant with a vibrant, upscale vibe.
- Menu Highlights: Specialty sushi rolls, black cod miso, seafood tower.
- Link: Coral Greenville Menu
17. The Lazy Goat
- Description: Mediterranean-inspired fare with river views and a social dining setup.
- Menu Highlights: Moroccan lamb, fried goat cheese, paella.
- Link: The Lazy Goat Menu
18. Gather GVL
- Description: Open-air food court with rotating local food vendors, perfect for trying a variety of bites.
- Menu Highlights: Tacos, burgers, wood-fired pizza, bubble tea.
- Link: Gather GVL Vendors
19. Swamp Rabbit Café & Grocery
- Description: Farm-to-table café, bakery, and grocery supporting local farmers.
- Menu Highlights: Pimento cheese sandwich, scones, seasonal produce.
- Link: Swamp Rabbit Café Menu
20. Otto Izakaya
- Description: Japanese-style gastropub with creative cocktails and an array of small plates.
- Menu Highlights: Pork belly bao, ramen bowls, sake flights.
- Link: Otto Izakaya Menu
