50 Best American Restaurants near Fountain Inn

“First time tonight, attentive service, wonderful food. Hard to decide what to have, so many things on the menu looked amazing. Aaron made me a fabulous Cosmopolitan and my husband enjoyed the Old Fashioned. We will definitely be back!“

“Had the cheeseburger salad and it was huge. I would highly recommend. Well worth the money“

“Excellent food and the friendliest staff“

“I'm a lot simpler than most people it don't take a lot to please me it ain't the greatest but I've been to a lot worse it's nice and quiet and I can see it and eating peace and think The owner's a good guy blah blah “

“when i tell you i went in there to get a humble sandwich, i was NOT expecting to literally be shadow blasted to heaven by the first bite. the lady at the counter called me baby more times than i can count and when i tell you i felt LOVED. lord above this place got me dancing halfway through the sandwich it was like a broadway show up in my kitchen YALLLLL it was so good im still eating it rn but i had to stop just to talk about how GOOD it is“

“😋I have eaten at this location many times for years. Like most places the service, food and experiences are up and down. It is definitely on the Up!! My sever/cook Dawn was Excellent!!! She did her job very well (cooking and serving and conversation). So well that I had to double my order for a to-go serving of the same (Cheesesteak Melt Hashbrown Bowl and Sweet Tea). Thank you Waffle House and Dawn!!!“

“We went to the Cracker Barrel in Greenville, SC and the meals and the service were great.“

“The food and service was great! I will be back“

“Beat cornbread I have ever put in my mouth I will definitely be back. Can't wait to try there pork chops.“

“Y’all 👏🏻 If you haven’t tried Farm Fresh Fast THIS is your sign! Not only was it DELICIOUS… the ingredients are perfection! And let me tell you about the BANANA PUDDING DONUT… truly my new favorite treat!! Oh AND it was gluten free, sugar free, & plant based. Okay, I know that was a lot of excitement, but just take that as your new lunch recommendation!“

“Best breakfast we had in a while!! Biscuits the burger, chicken and waffles were all delicious!! We highly recommend them!!!“

“This place has such a great and kind staff. A true hidden gem! Thanks for being open and accommodating during these power outages.“

“Our favorite waitress, Jeannie, always gives us great service with a smile. We never have to worry about our order being wrong, she is a pro at her job.“

“I highly recommend this restaurant. Wonderful food and staff is amazing. My friends and I go there all the time and have so much fun! Tina is very accommodating in making our dining experience wonderful. The bartenders and servers and the rest of the staff are very professional and friendly.“

“Hannah took great care of me“

“Shortfields catered my best friend’s wedding, and they were absolutely outstanding! Garnet went above and beyond—she met us at the venue earlier in the week, helped plan the entire reception layout, and even rolled up her sleeves to move tables so everything would flow smoothly. On the wedding day, she worked tirelessly to make sure every detail was perfect.

The team she brought was equally amazing. They served passed hors d’oeuvres during cocktail hour, had a carving station, plus three other stations that made it easy for guests to mingle and enjoy the food. Everything was fresh, beautifully presented, and delicious.

Guests raved about the food all night, and it was clear how much care went into every detail. Shortfields has a wonderful catering menu, and I would absolutely recommend them for any special event—especially weddings!“

“Food is good. Service was also good. Wasn’t happy with the new menus.“

“The best crew and the nicest I encountered in Greenville. It's all about the people. Beers are also cool the same as food.“

“They have a great home cooking and Mediterranean type menu with lots of other options. The food is really good and the prices are reasonable. They are quick to answer the phone for pickup meals and it is really convenient to pickup at the drive thru if you want. I highly recommend this place instead of unhealthy fast food.“

“The food was amazing! We always stop by when we are close..the staff is nice and knowledgeable with questions. We asked for something off the old menu and they were still made it! Its usually nice and not to loud. Everything we have tried had been good. Our food didnt take long either.“

“1st time eating at Culver's but won't be my last! it was great! We were in the area doing free roof inspections for folks and took the opportunity to try it! - John with Fraser Roofing 864-542-7329“

“I have been going to Pete’s since the 80’s but after today and the unprofessional way three girls and an senior Greek lady acted I will not be going back. And the sad thing is they could care less.“

“Today, I was suggested to try Stella's while I was here on a work trip. I always love to try local restaurants. This was the most incredible experience I've had yet. I started my experience with the bread basket and it didn't disappoint! The bread was perfectly grilled and the tomato butter was amazing. My go to meal is always shrimp and grits. Stella's shrimp and grits are the most wonderful ones I have ever had and that says a lot. The grits were incredibly creamy, the shrimp were cooked perfectly, the bacon gave an amazing smokey and crunch, and the tomato sauce was just the icing on the cake. You must save a piece of the bread and dip in the shrimp and grits. You'll kick yourself if you don't. I finished the meal with a creme brulee. It is my absolute favorite dessert. This restaurant will not disappoint.“

“Love this location, food, and service, except for one thing. I get that some people love it, but the volume and selection of music is off-putting. Christian music isn’t for everyone and having it absolutely blaring makes me feel a certain way in here. No thanks, I’ll go to another location.“

“I’m glad I decided to try First Watch. I usually eat at Eggs up or Waffle House. This was a pleasant experience. The service was perfect, and the food delicious. I will definitely be returning.“

“Outstanding meal & service. Even though the crescent-loving crowd had gobbled them all up, the kitchen quickly responded and hot fresh honey-butter croissants were served! Only the bartender lady was less than top-shelf hospitality. Still a great experience. Steak-shrimp and Flounder-shrimp meals. Excellent salads with J Peters signature bacon/honey mustard dressing“

“Fast service! Love this local spot!“

“We loved the place. We have to the one in Colorado. The only thing I would have to say is the the portion of food that we got for the price was not good. Food taste was ok. The service was spot on! Friendly place nice people, staff was awesome! We will still go back again. I would just try a different entrée. Stay tuned.....“

“My husband and I stopped by for brunch. EVERYTHING WAS GOOD! We will definitely be back when we are in town!!!“

“Amazing food! Very kind people work there! Delicious pizza and wings, the lunch special is a great deal and the whole family loved it! Will definitely be returning; so glad we found this place!“

“excellent service, food, and atmosphere Ashley is awesome, fresh caught my Shrimp for Shrimp and grits. And grew my toast on her bread tree.“

“The burger and toss I had was legitimately one of the best in the upstate. I ordered the double, regretted it lol. Only needed the single. The tots were crispy and flavorful. Keep in mind, it’s a private club and smoking is allowed. If you’re OK with that, stop in and have a bite.“

“After the snow postponed a birthday celebration we had to scramble quickly to find a location to host a surprise party. From the first call the staff at The Flat was extremely accomodating for our party of around 50 people. They assured us they would bring in additional servers and made sure to reserve space, allowing a few decorations to be placed as well. Our group moves about but the staff never left any drink empty or anyone hungry, diving right in to the crowd to make sure we were taken care of. I cannot say enough wonderful things about the food, drink selection and service that always had a smile. Thank you for a wonderful evening!“

“Thomas has been our server a few times now at LongHorn, and we always enjoy seeing him. He’s friendly, attentive, and has a kind way about him that makes the dining experience feel welcoming and relaxed. He checks in just enough to make sure we have everything we need, and it’s clear he cares about his guests. We really appreciate the consistent, thoughtful service. Thank you, Thomas, we look forward to seeing you again!“

“My first visit was wonderful. I had the grilled salmon and it was delicious. Service and atmosphere were fantastic. Will definitely visit again soon !!!!“

“I recently had an exceptional breakfast experience at IHOP in Greenville, SC, located in Mauldin. Candi, our server, was absolutely phenomenal—she truly made my visit memorable and has completely changed my perspective on dining there in the future.

Initially, I was hesitant to dine at IHOP during my travels, but my cousin highly recommended this specific location, claiming their food surpasses other breakfast spots. She confidently said that IHOP’s pancakes are unbeatable compared to places like Cracker Barrel, and she was spot on. The food was absolutely delicious!

From now on, whenever I’m in any city, IHOP will definitely be my go-to for breakfast. And when I return to Greenville, I’ll be sure to dine here again!

A huge thank you to Candi for her warm hospitality, professionalism, and genuine care—she truly went above and beyond. This experience has definitely earned IHOP a special place in my breakfast rotation!“

“They do pork ribs RIGHT! Their sides are delicious and they have a great selection of bbq sauces each of which tastes great. My favorite is their mustard based sauce, it's packed with flavor.

They don't serve beef, it's pork only, so be prepared for that. I almost lowered the overall to 4 stars because of that, but it wouldn't be fair, because they chose a specific niche of BBQ, and chose to do that really well. They are excellent at what they do.

Pulled pork, is pulled pork, hard for me to favor one over another, so the highlight here is the ribs.

The staff were very friendly and helpful for first timers,

Worth the visit, try the ribs.“

“Great food, absolutely love thr location and servers!“

“Wonderful experience with excellent food selections. Group of 18 dined here and we had exceptional service, food was cooked to perfection as well as good dinner choices. The staff were professional, nice, helpful, and courteous. The ambience and decor sets the mood for a perfect dining experience. The salmon and crabmeat dish were excellent. The specialty drinks were delicate and tasty. The plated food was beautifully made. Oh and the plates the food was served on adds a special touch as it is different sets of real beautiful china!!! We enjoyed dining here and we didn’t feel rush to leave! Happy hour was great too!“

“it just a beautiful place cozy friendly staff good food a relaxing place to eat and visit enjoy going there“

“The service was marvelous! The waiter was always on time. The old style brick made me feel cozy. The food was remarkable! Fresh, hot, and tasty to the last bite. The croissant with the magical melted honey butter was amazing! I pushed through a full belly and ate as much as I could of the delicious skillet cookie topped with ice cream.“

“Came to my job today ;at first there were network issues but they were resolved.The young lady cashier was very kind and patient while getting the network back up and running . 10/10 I highly recommend the friendly service and amazing food🤞🏿👏🏿🗣️.Will be visiting the Mauldin Location soon🗣️👏🏿“

“Our waitress was phenomenal! Very attentive, organized and super kind! Highly recommended sitting in Jillian’s section!! You won’t be disappointed!“

“We had the best service at any restaurant in a long time tonight. David was very attentive and friendly. The food was delicious.“

“I love this place! The food is amazing, I don’t think I have tried anything I didn’t like. The employees are always smiling with a great attitude and will go above and beyond to make sure you get excited what you want. Definitely my go to place for any ham or turkey needs!“

“This is my new fave hamburger and chick nugget fast food restaurant! And their hip sauce omggggg….. delish!“

“It's a buffet if you walk out hungry something is wrong with you. The food is amazing.“

“The people here are wonderful. They know their product, and are attentive to their customers. It’s a sweet little place and very affordable if you’re craving a good old fashion chili dog - recipes for the chili and the hotdog are local!! Thank you - we will be back!“

“Has the best brick oven pizza, there pasta dishes are hearty. Great place to eat or grab a drink Steaks look amazing as well.“

“Best Wings I ever had and totally recommend to anyone 5 stars“