The Top Restaurants to try in Greenville SC
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Best cheap eats: Todaro Pizza
Todaro Pizza is one of the relative newcomers to the Greenville downtown dining scene. This NJ style pizza shop operated in Clemson for many years before adding a second location to Greenville. In addition to a great all-you-can-eat lunch buffet (everyday but Saturday), they also offer dollar slices on Wednesday nights, from 6-10pm. The pizza is actually pretty decent, so really this is a steal. As expected, this place can get pretty crowded if you do not arrive on the dot.
The ambiance is super casual, thus, making Todaro’s a great place to catch a game or meet up with friends. They offer a sizeable patio which is nice for dining anytime outside of the super hot summer season. They even have bags (cornhole), making this the best place in town to hang out and socialize. Grab a few drinks ($1 Miller High Life) and slices of pie and enjoy a cheap night out on the town!
Location: 116 N Markley St Suite 100, Greenville, SC 29601
Best view: Passerelle Bistro
Passerelle Bistro is a favorite of tourists due to its’ prime location next to beautiful Falls Park. As you feast on French fare, you will be treated to a prime view of Reedy River Falls. The patio is shady with lots of pretty trees. The ambiance is romantic, and thus, perfect for a weekend date. Service is a hit or miss, but the setting is lovely.
Try the Passerelle Breakfast plate, which includes 2 eggs, delicious potato croquettes, and a croissant. The Chicken Salad Croissant is another nice light choice. The house coffee here is great and they also serve espresso drinks.
Dessert selections vary throughout the year. We tried out this massive dessert sampler plate not expecting it to be so huge! Let’s just say we had leftovers for days!
Location: 601 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601
Best Sunday Brunch: Soby’s
Soby’s is the place to be for Sunday brunch. The tasty spread includes an assortment of breakfast and lunch fare. Highlights include made-to-order omelets and a huge dessert buffet including a chocolate fondue station. The ambiance here is classy, making it a great Sunday date choice.
The buffet line is always super clean and the presentation of the food very inviting. At $19, it’s relatively affordable considering the amount of offerings. Unfortunately, service is a bit slow on busier weekends.
It can get pretty crowded, so reservations are recommended. Update: The buffet is no longer offered, however, you can enjoy delicious a la carte entrees.
Location: 207 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601
Best quick breakfast: Sully’s Steamers
Sully’s is a unique bagel shop where you can order far beyond the standard bagel and cream cheese. They steam their bagels which is quite strange, yet also delicious. I come back here at least once a week. While these are not authentic NY style bagels, it’s something unique to try for sure. From a veggie based “Green Vegas,” to a meat loaded “Sinful Steamer,” there’s something for everyone here. Even those avoiding gluten can opt for a millet/flax sourdough bagel.
The wait can be a bit of a hassle, so try to get here early (by 9am or so) if your visit falls on a weekend. Bonus: they serve coffee from Methodical, the best roaster in town.
Location: 6 E Washington St, Greenville, SC 29601
Best pizza: Frankie’s NY Pizza
Unfortunately, Greenville lacks quality Italian restaurants. Being a Chicago native, I am used to good pizza being readily available. That being said, Frankie’s is the top place in town to enjoy an authentic NY style pie. This is more of a pick up place than a sit down restaurant. Regardless, the pizza is definitely the best in town.
Not only is the pizza great, but they also serve terrific garlic knots. The Baked Ziti is a great alternative for anyone craving a quality authentic pasta dish.
Location: 101B The Parkway, Greenville, SC 29615
