28 Best Southern Restaurants in Greenville

“Crabcakes were wonderful, as was wedge salad! I liked the garlic in the mashed potatoes and green beans, but if you don't, get other sides. My dining partner had the salmon - also delicious, and brussel sprouts, which she highly recommends. Next time I'm in Greenville, we'll definitely eat here again!“

“Our company had an event at this location. Everyone seemed to enjoy the food. I follow Doctor Caldwell Esselstyn's diet, so the only thing I ate was one brownie bite. It was very good! Others at meatballs, crab dip, lamb, and other meat and vegetable dishes. Seating consisted of mostly small, high-top tables that seated two people with one or two with 4 seats.I believe our section of the restaurant was closed for our event.The service was excellent. Our server was very attentive to keep beverages filled.“

“Patterson Kitchen & Bar exceeded my expectations in every way. The food was absolutely delicious, bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. The service was impeccable and the atmosphere was cozy and inviting. We’ll definitely return!“

“I cannot believe I've been enjoying this place for so long and haven't written a review. The food is uniformly outstanding with daily entrees. The price beats most meat and threes. Breakfast is excellent and you really can't beat the service.“

“One of the best restaurants for chicken of any kind; it's always tender and juicy. Sides are also delicious. And the staff is very helpful and attentive. The Chicken Pot Pie is one of my favorites -- and I usually take one home for another meal.“

“This is a nice quaint restaurant that serves Country Cooking at its finest. Everything on the breakfast menu is absolutely, mouth-watering delicious. Soon, I'll go back and eat off of the lunch/dinner menu. Oh, and, I don't know of any restaurant in the Upstate of SC that has lower prices. You definitely get your money's worth and a whole lot more. Customer service here is splendid also.“

“We had brunch with friends yesterday and it was a first for each of us. Food was excellent, coffee was excellent and service was excellent. We will definitely do this again. Next time we'll sit on the patio. Great to have Stella's in our neighborhood.“

“Great spot...one thing is for certain, Greenville does fried chicken right. This biscuit was on point. The chicken and goat cheese with the jam all worked together to make the perfect combination. The wait was a little extensive however that's expected for weekend brunch when your food is amazing. I look forward to going back when I return to Greenville.“

“You come to Stax for the nostalgia and history. Servers are great. Food is good, not great. But you meet your friends here on a weekend morning to share laughs and memories, that's why you go to Stax. Stax is a welcome throwback to a previous time and experience.“

“I came here for the first time with my friend after her tattoo appointment. The people working were all so welcoming and friendly. The girl who took our order was very helpful in answering questions. The food was AMAZING! I have been on the hunt for the best wings in the upstate for years and hands down this is the place. They have so many flavors of sauce, and dry rub to choose from, some I had never even thought of before like curry! I had the dry ranch and dry buffalo and it was amazing. My friend had the lemon pepper and the “hot” flavors and also said they were really good! 10/10 recommend to anyone who has the opportunity to come here to give it a try! You will not regret it!“

“On our way to Charlotte NC, we stopped at OJ's Diner for lunch. A very clean, not to large, but nicely setup, dining room with a cafeteria style service. Food looked and tasted very fresh and tasty! Our server was a very friendly and attentive lady. We stopped In again on our way back home for another taste of a home cooked meal. We will be returning if we are in the area again!“

“Nate was absolutely amazing from start to finish. He definitely made us feel at home once we told him it was our first time. We had a show in Greenville last night so this was the brunch pick of the date All the appetizers were grate and the Yardbird and eggs was my favorite pick. We will definitely be back again. Thanks so much for the hospitality and great service.Parking: Ample parking!!Kid-friendliness: Absolutely“

“Food was good. South Carolina style BBQ. I didn't know this was one of several locations in SC. The ribs were good, the chicken wings were smoked perfect. Meat is served dry unless you order it with dry rub or sauce. I tried the carolina sauce on the side. It was zesty and sweet as expected form Carolina sauce. The collards were a great side as was the sweet potato casserole. The hush puppies are great too. Washed it all down with Yee Haw Koslch beer. Was told it was local. The service was good. They were a bit understaffed this night. Our server KJ did a great job. The decor and the place is that of a bar or bbq joint. Felt Southern! In all, I would come back maybe to a different location too.“

“I visited Brick Street Cafe this past Friday while in Greenville,SC for lunch. I had the vegetable quiche and it was fair. It had been over baked and almost cool when served. They are known for their cakes and tried their sweet potato cupcake. It was delicious. So yes for the cake!Parking: Park behind the building!“

“I ended up here with a coworker recently. Last minute, she wanted to change our lunch date to here. I'm glad we did. We got there before the lunch crowd really kicked in.The staff was very kind and friendly. I was able to sample a little of the salad I was interested in before making my decision. I already had my options in mind before arriving.I ended up getting one scoop of Kickin' Kay Lynne, and one scoop of Sassy Scotty. After tasting both, next time I will opt for two of the Kickin' Kay Lynne. It was delicious, tasty, and fresh. As we ate lunch, the staff walked around and continued to be wonderful. Our visit was such a pleasant experience.“

“I truly LOVE chicken salad. Having choices was great. We tried two types and the original was best.. It's not cheap but doesn't need to be. The food is good. We git our threw a drive thru, so I can't comment on the service. 100% try it.“

“Holiday Inn Express & Suites Greenville-I-85 & Woodruff Rd, an IHG Hotel on Woodruff Road in Greenville is a great place to go for a quality stay. I have been impressed with their level of customer service. Good overall experience every time I have been here.“

“This was a recommended restaurant from a member of our book club. The atmosphere & the service was great.The food was Amazing & delicious. This restaurant had so many great options to choose from . I had the shrimp & grits and it was one of the best. The Fried Green tomatoes, was cook to perfection. I also had 3 Togo orders and everything was so good ! 10/10 recommend, I will be back ! The book club enjoyed our self !!“

“The food is very good. I was in the dining area during a extremely busy time. My server did his utmost to make sure that everybody was taken care of. He was very efficient.. I also love to shop in the lobby. I am especially fond of the snow globes.“

“This restaurant has been one of my childhood favorites in downtown. The shrimp and grits and fried green tomatoes are really good and unique here. I would also recommend trying their biscuits. One downside is the wait time, if you don't reserve ahead of time you usually have to wait a while due to their popularity. Also the later you arrive the more likely they are to not have something on the menu, for instance we arrived at 8(9 is closing time) and they didn't have the cast iron pork, meatloaf, and bistro fillet available. Other than that - great food and service!Vegetarian options: There are a few vegetarian options, but it's pretty limited“

“The food was delicious and well-prepared, and the service was exceptional. The staff was attentive and friendly without being intrusive. The ambiance of the restaurant was also very nice, with a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The menu had a good variety of options, and everything we ordered was cooked to perfection. Overall, I had a wonderful dining experience at this hotel restaurant and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a great meal.“

“Chicken salad in many flavors, always fresh and delicious. The have soups of the day and different options for bread choices. I’d give five stars, but sometimes the fruit leaves a little to be desired in terms of freshness.Vegetarian options: Salad, some soups, Mac and cheese, fruit salad.Dietary restrictions: The chicken salad is easy to identify for allergens. They have a chart, and are happy to help.Parking: It’s crowded at lunch, but I can always find a spot.Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly and they have a kid menu and high chairs.“

“My girlfriend is the one who put me on to this place and she said it was amazing and I must agree this place is a 10/10 . The food was amazing I got the meatloaf with beans and mash potatoes with gravy ,my girl got the chicken fried steak with a double of okra and we were both extremely happy with our food and it came out fast I will be going back with my lady for more of southern fried green tomatoesVegetarian options: Has stuff if your a vegetarian you can eatParking: It was greatKid-friendliness: YesWheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“First time tonight, didn’t know what to expect. Huge menu, had chicken fried steak, collards and mashed potatoes. Friend had the pork chops which were better than Cracker Barrel’s. Service was above and beyond what you would expect from a good restaurant let alone a diner. Restaurant was clean and huge vaulted wood ceilings with lot’s of cool decor and tv’s. Highly recommend. I think my server was Laura and she was awesome, constantly checked to make sure we had everything we needed. Prices can’t be beat either.“

“All stars filled! This place is immaculate for starters! The owner and staff were very attentive. And if you're wondering.. yes, they fry all the egg rolls in the same oil! This does not alter the taste!! To my surprise! I also ordered the shrimp bowl which comes with rice and broccoli.Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“I was so excited to try this place as it used to be my husband's grandmother's favorite place to have lunch! An iconic restaurant usually doesn't disappoint and this one definitely exceeded my expectations. You walk down a long hall when you enter because sometimes the line is out the door! Order your food by walking along the bar and requesting the dishes you want! There are a ton of dishes to choose from, so it is fun to create your meal! The servers were all very friendly as well! Someone will give you your bill at the end of the line and then you take your trays to your table! A server came by to collect the trays from us so that we could eat with our dishes on the table instead of the tray which was nice! Our waitress also kept our waters topped off and made sure we had everything we needed, providing great service throughout the meal! At the end you pay at the register on the way out. I highly recommend trying this iconic dining establishment. The vibe of it takes you back in time! We also loved our dishes! I recommend any of the steaks or the chefs meal of the day! Also order a ton of sides and a salad! Don't forget a pie too! All the food is terrific!“

“This was my 1st visit , it was great ! I love going to a buffet 'cause i dont have to decide and order i can look around and try a lil of everything ! The fried chicken livers were the bomb ! They were some of the best ive had , the fried chicken was spot on as well , the fried tomatoes were tasty , i had to get 2 servings of those and the baked mac n cheese ! The sweet potato soufflé with marshmallows was soo good ! Green tomato buffet is gona be one of my once a week stops , thats how good it was , my waitress was super nice and she kept my tea w/lemon topped off ! Thats always a plus ! The place is clean , fairly quiet for a buffet and had delicious food ! Im glad i found it ! Ill be back !“

“Loved the combinations of flavors. The lamb kabob was amazingly tender and the rice delicious. Our server was knowledgeable, pleasant and helpful. We were pleased to be able to get a reservation, and if we are ever in Greenville again, we would love to enjoy the Persian cuisine once more.“