Found this place while visiting for my daughter's volleyball tournament.... And a great find out was!! Everyone was super friendly (even the other customers!), great decor, super clean bathrooms, and the food was so good!!! My wife and I loved everything. Wish they were closer to
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Katherine Dale
This is a hidden gem — despite the name they do have a few vegetarian options/modifications, and I appreciate the mugs and plates for those dining in (no unnecessary plastic waste coffee cups, here for it!). The waffles were impressively good and they made a wonderful London Fog.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Belgian Pearl Sugar Waffle Plate
Judy J
Only negative is you have to go to counter to place your order, and then go again to pay. That takes away from the "class" especially since my friend is 90 and I'm 79.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Leilani Nichols
Matt and Shaina you have outdone yourselves! Your place is so cute and inviting. The food offerings are unique and creative but most of all the taste is SPECTACULAR as usual! I am so glad you chose Greenville/Winterville to serve!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stacey Fenton
Great little spot in winterville. Had breakfast with a friend this morning, everything was good and the staff checked on us several times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Scott Johnson
This is the best place to get a cup of coffee in town! On top of that, the food is always amazing. The pimento grilled cheese is my favorite, but every now and then they will have a jalapeño popper, pimento and cheese, which is to die for! If you haven’t come out to try Meating Ground, you’re missing out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asian Slaw, Cheese Biscuit
Shareka W
Overall I had a good experience here.My husband and I loved the way the restaurant looked. He pointed out how he liked the lighting and the tiles on the ceiling. I thought it was nice as well but it's a VERY small space. For a small space the tables seemed to be arranged for larger groups. There was only one table for just two people, one for four, then the other two or three were larger. I may have had a better experience if it was warmer and we sat outside. The outside seating area seemed nice when we walked by it.We had to order at the counter instead of with a waitress/server. This was uncomfortable for me because I usually like to chat with the server and ask about the menu and get their recommendations. I also like to order a couple of things to try then continue looking over the menu to see if there are additional items I want to try. I just didn't feel comfortable doing that here. I felt like I needed to get in and get out so I wasn't taking up the limited space if other people came to eat. In no way did anyone make me feel rushed, it was just me personally feeling uncomfortble.The food was good but for the price I expected more. The avocado toast wasn't the regular sized piece of toast that I am used to getting at other restaurants. It was a small slice of sourdough that was half the size of what I expected. It was very good and was a pretty plate. The onions were a great addition to the flavor. I definitely recommend trying this but manage your expectations on the portion size. I got a side of the potato/hashbrown casserole and it was a little underwhelming. It was good but again, I expected a little more. The presentation, a scoop, was a little off putting. It seemed congealed vs creamy but it was warm so I assume that is how it was intended to be.We also ordered the crunch wrap. It was good as well. The tortilla was good and the corn chips inside were very crunchy which I appreciated. The chips also had a very good corn flavor to them. I would honestly buy the chips, they were that good and unlike any tortilla chip I've ever had. They also seemed thicker than typical chips but they were also airy and crispy. The filling in the wrap was good but I would have loved something else added in to give it more flavor, maybe onions and peppers or some sort of taco/tex mex seasoning. The crunch wrap was a great portion size! Overall I loved it and recommend giving it a try. It came with a side, I chose the fresh fruit. I requested a go to container for the fruit but I think the waitress forgot because she went back behind the counter and made a drink then went to take an order at a different table. My husband and I just wolfed the fruit down and left.I will say that we visited on a week day so the menu offerings were less extravagant than the weekend brunch menu. I chose to come here based on fancy pictures I saw posted on social media but I realized these were most likely pictures of weekend brunch items. I will definately go back again to try it during weekend brunch when it's warmer and I can sit outside.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Southern Crunch Wrap
Debra Baker
Always a good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 1 Waffle
Reggie Fountain, Jr.
Great atmosphere and great food. Local owners are fantastic and always there. Highly recommend!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J. Brett Howard
This is a wonderful little cafe that you wouldn’t notice from the road so I’m glad I did. The lavender lemonade is incredibly refreshing and the El Dorado sandwich was delicious. The vibes in here are great as well. Only downside in my opinion is that for the price, the serving sizes should be at least somewhat larger. Plus they forget the dressing in my salad which is fine, things happen.
Let me say that I have not been compensated to write this review. Now, I can get to the business of explaining just how amazing my experience was at The Meating Place! The moment that I walked in, the owner cheerfully greeted and pointed me in the right direction to place my to go order. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating! And the menu! Whew! Fresh options for breakfast, lunch and an all day option for Breakfast. Scratch made options that are served up quickly and packaged to preserve your choices. The aesthetic of the restaurant is so warm and clean, tastefully decorated, and makes you want to stay a while. This is not your local greasy spoon, great quality food and drinks are not cheap, so come prepared to tip well to match your experience! Great for Saturday morning brunch, a quick bite, a day date, it's even an excellent option for a party of one for a fine cup of coffee.Located in Winterville in the Food Lion shopping center. There is ample parking. Thank you, Shaina, and your entire staff for the five star experience.Kid-friendliness: It seems as if everyone had a baby or toddler in this day. It felt like a warm family environment.Wheelchair accessibility: There is ADA parking directly in front of the restaurant as well as access for wheelchairs off of the sidewalk.
This is a special place that you don’t want to miss out on. The food is divine, the atmosphere is beautiful, and the staff is awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brown Sugar Cinnamon Latte, Southern Fried Egg Sandwich w Side
Janet Z.
Absolutely delicious Asian wrap! Both my husband and I enjoyed our lunch in such a cute cafe setting. The staff was friendly and cafe very clean, warm and welcoming! We will definitely be back!!
Molly Smith
Visited Meating Ground for our first time before Christmas. It’s a beautiful space with delicious brunch, and the take home holiday cinnamon rolls were fantastic!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Ferris
Oh man! Why oh why did I wait so long to try this place?! It is TOP tier. I have not found a better sandwich in Greenville, and certainly gives a run for its money to Triangle place I’ve tried.It is a beautiful place. Shaina has done a beautiful job making it look both inviting and cozy as well as aesthetically pleasing. It is boho and mid-century with lots of plants. Stunning! Shaina and husband, Matt are easy going and easy to talk to. Their passion for customer care is evident and just sitting there watching interactions, I noticed lots of regulars and friendly relationships with patrons. We all chatted at length too!The food was unexpectedly tasty. I had no idea. I got a simple chicken and bacon and avocado with side salad at about 11:31 and by 11:38, my brain exploded (in the best possible way). The flavors!! Parmesan crusting in the bread, each element of the sandwich imbued with careful flavor attention. Even the blue cheese for my salad had stone ground mustard in it - I’ve never had that - and it was great! Moved in to coffee and a cinnamon roll, which obviously revived me from the dead and filled me with the joy of 1,000 suns.It was so good! I am already planning to be back next week as I conveniently scheduled a meeting there….or should I say…meating!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lavender Lemonade, Pecan Cinnamon Roll
Found this place while visiting for my daughter's volleyball tournament.... And a great find out was!! Everyone was super friendly (even the other customers!), great decor, super clean bathrooms, and the food was so good!!! My wife and I loved everything. Wish they were closer to
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a hidden gem — despite the name they do have a few vegetarian options/modifications, and I appreciate the mugs and plates for those dining in (no unnecessary plastic waste coffee cups, here for it!). The waffles were impressively good and they made a wonderful London Fog.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Belgian Pearl Sugar Waffle Plate
Only negative is you have to go to counter to place your order, and then go again to pay. That takes away from the "class" especially since my friend is 90 and I'm 79.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Matt and Shaina you have outdone yourselves! Your place is so cute and inviting. The food offerings are unique and creative but most of all the taste is SPECTACULAR as usual! I am so glad you chose Greenville/Winterville to serve!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great little spot in winterville. Had breakfast with a friend this morning, everything was good and the staff checked on us several times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is the best place to get a cup of coffee in town! On top of that, the food is always amazing. The pimento grilled cheese is my favorite, but every now and then they will have a jalapeño popper, pimento and cheese, which is to die for! If you haven’t come out to try Meating Ground, you’re missing out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asian Slaw, Cheese Biscuit
Overall I had a good experience here.My husband and I loved the way the restaurant looked. He pointed out how he liked the lighting and the tiles on the ceiling. I thought it was nice as well but it's a VERY small space. For a small space the tables seemed to be arranged for larger groups. There was only one table for just two people, one for four, then the other two or three were larger. I may have had a better experience if it was warmer and we sat outside. The outside seating area seemed nice when we walked by it.We had to order at the counter instead of with a waitress/server. This was uncomfortable for me because I usually like to chat with the server and ask about the menu and get their recommendations. I also like to order a couple of things to try then continue looking over the menu to see if there are additional items I want to try. I just didn't feel comfortable doing that here. I felt like I needed to get in and get out so I wasn't taking up the limited space if other people came to eat. In no way did anyone make me feel rushed, it was just me personally feeling uncomfortble.The food was good but for the price I expected more. The avocado toast wasn't the regular sized piece of toast that I am used to getting at other restaurants. It was a small slice of sourdough that was half the size of what I expected. It was very good and was a pretty plate. The onions were a great addition to the flavor. I definitely recommend trying this but manage your expectations on the portion size. I got a side of the potato/hashbrown casserole and it was a little underwhelming. It was good but again, I expected a little more. The presentation, a scoop, was a little off putting. It seemed congealed vs creamy but it was warm so I assume that is how it was intended to be.We also ordered the crunch wrap. It was good as well. The tortilla was good and the corn chips inside were very crunchy which I appreciated. The chips also had a very good corn flavor to them. I would honestly buy the chips, they were that good and unlike any tortilla chip I've ever had. They also seemed thicker than typical chips but they were also airy and crispy. The filling in the wrap was good but I would have loved something else added in to give it more flavor, maybe onions and peppers or some sort of taco/tex mex seasoning. The crunch wrap was a great portion size! Overall I loved it and recommend giving it a try. It came with a side, I chose the fresh fruit. I requested a go to container for the fruit but I think the waitress forgot because she went back behind the counter and made a drink then went to take an order at a different table. My husband and I just wolfed the fruit down and left.I will say that we visited on a week day so the menu offerings were less extravagant than the weekend brunch menu. I chose to come here based on fancy pictures I saw posted on social media but I realized these were most likely pictures of weekend brunch items. I will definately go back again to try it during weekend brunch when it's warmer and I can sit outside.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Southern Crunch Wrap
Always a good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 1 Waffle
Great atmosphere and great food. Local owners are fantastic and always there. Highly recommend!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a wonderful little cafe that you wouldn’t notice from the road so I’m glad I did. The lavender lemonade is incredibly refreshing and the El Dorado sandwich was delicious. The vibes in here are great as well. Only downside in my opinion is that for the price, the serving sizes should be at least somewhat larger. Plus they forget the dressing in my salad which is fine, things happen.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
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Let me say that I have not been compensated to write this review. Now, I can get to the business of explaining just how amazing my experience was at The Meating Place! The moment that I walked in, the owner cheerfully greeted and pointed me in the right direction to place my to go order. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating! And the menu! Whew! Fresh options for breakfast, lunch and an all day option for Breakfast. Scratch made options that are served up quickly and packaged to preserve your choices. The aesthetic of the restaurant is so warm and clean, tastefully decorated, and makes you want to stay a while. This is not your local greasy spoon, great quality food and drinks are not cheap, so come prepared to tip well to match your experience! Great for Saturday morning brunch, a quick bite, a day date, it's even an excellent option for a party of one for a fine cup of coffee.Located in Winterville in the Food Lion shopping center. There is ample parking. Thank you, Shaina, and your entire staff for the five star experience.Kid-friendliness: It seems as if everyone had a baby or toddler in this day. It felt like a warm family environment.Wheelchair accessibility: There is ADA parking directly in front of the restaurant as well as access for wheelchairs off of the sidewalk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shaina's Avocado Toast, Pork Belly Tacos, Southern Crunch Wrap, Cinnamon Roll
This is a special place that you don’t want to miss out on. The food is divine, the atmosphere is beautiful, and the staff is awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brown Sugar Cinnamon Latte, Southern Fried Egg Sandwich w Side
Absolutely delicious Asian wrap! Both my husband and I enjoyed our lunch in such a cute cafe setting. The staff was friendly and cafe very clean, warm and welcoming! We will definitely be back!!
Visited Meating Ground for our first time before Christmas. It’s a beautiful space with delicious brunch, and the take home holiday cinnamon rolls were fantastic!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Oh man! Why oh why did I wait so long to try this place?! It is TOP tier. I have not found a better sandwich in Greenville, and certainly gives a run for its money to Triangle place I’ve tried.It is a beautiful place. Shaina has done a beautiful job making it look both inviting and cozy as well as aesthetically pleasing. It is boho and mid-century with lots of plants. Stunning! Shaina and husband, Matt are easy going and easy to talk to. Their passion for customer care is evident and just sitting there watching interactions, I noticed lots of regulars and friendly relationships with patrons. We all chatted at length too!The food was unexpectedly tasty. I had no idea. I got a simple chicken and bacon and avocado with side salad at about 11:31 and by 11:38, my brain exploded (in the best possible way). The flavors!! Parmesan crusting in the bread, each element of the sandwich imbued with careful flavor attention. Even the blue cheese for my salad had stone ground mustard in it - I’ve never had that - and it was great! Moved in to coffee and a cinnamon roll, which obviously revived me from the dead and filled me with the joy of 1,000 suns.It was so good! I am already planning to be back next week as I conveniently scheduled a meeting there….or should I say…meating!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lavender Lemonade, Pecan Cinnamon Roll