Sassafras Southern Bistro

Name: Sassafras Southern Bistro
Address: 103 N Main St #107, Greenville, SC, United States, 29601
Telephone: (864) 235-5670
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2488 Reviews

$30 and under

Southern

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Located in the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina, Sassafras Southern Bistro serves an eclectic menu of American cuisine with a truly Southern influence. Menu items include steak, fresh seafood, salads, and amazing desserts. Sassafras Southern Bistro has a full bar featuring local beers on tap and an extensive wine selection both by the glass and by the bottle.

Start out your meal at Sassafras Southern Bistro with one of their amazing appetizers like the spicy pork tenderloin or the famous blue crab and pepper-jack nachos. Choose from entrees like the raved about shrimp and grits or the filet with house made pimento. Some vegetarian and gluten free options are available upon request.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 30, 2023

9:30 PM

Booked 42 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Southern, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(864) 235-5670
Website
http://www.sassafrasbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
103 N Main St #107, Greenville, SC 29601
Neighborhood
Greenville
Cross street
North St.
Parking details
Parking is available in the Richardson Street parking garage that is conveniently located just a few steps away and is free to park on the weekends!
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Pimento Cheese Fondue & Hand Cut Chips$8.00
Homemade spicy pimento cheese dip, served warm with hand-cut potato chips
Blue Crab & Pepperjack Fondue Nachos$11.00
Tri-color tortilla chips with blue crab, red & green tomatoes, red onions, green olives, jalapenos, & sour cream
Steak & Gorgonzola Fondue Nachos$11.00
Hand-cut potato chips topped with marinated beef tenderloin, bacon, sautéed mushrooms & onions, gorgonzola crumbles & green onions
Peppercorn Crusted Seared Ahi Tuna*$11.00
Thinly sliced sashimi grade Ahi Tuna with tri-colour peppercorn crust served with wasabi vinaigrette
Hot & Spicy Fried Pork Tenderloin$10.00
Bites of pork tenderloin tossed in a buffalo style sauce, sprinkled with gorgonzola crumbles, served with grits
Fried Green Tomatoes & Pimento Cheese$9.00
Cornmeal breaded green tomatoes layered with homemade pimento cheese, drizzled with honey mustard
BBQ Pulled Pork Egg Rolls$10.00
BBQ pulled pork with collard greens & goat cheese. Deep fried in a wonton roll, drizzled with BBQ sauce, and served with a coleslaw garnish
Basket of Sweet Potato Fries or French Fries$7.00
served with creole tartar sauce or ketchup
Southern Fried Pickles$7.00
hand breaded pickle chips served with spicy ranch

Soup and Salads

Dressing Choices: Honey Dijon - Roasted Garlic and Herb - Gorgonzola - Balsamic - Honey Mustard - Caesar

She Crab Soup
Our famous She Crab soup with a sherry kick, less creamy then traditional she crab but packed with flavor
- Cup$7.00
- Bowl$11.00
House Salad$7.00
Mixed greens with candied pecans, red onions, cherry tomatoes, & gorgonzola crumbles tossed in a honey dijon vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$7.00
Crisp romaine with parmesan cheese & homemade garlic croutons tossed in our Caesar dressing
Southern Salad$7.00
Crisp romaine with cherry tomatoes, red onions, bacon, eggs, shredded cheese, & homemade croutons. Served with a creamy roasted garlic & herb dressing
Spinach Salad$7.00
Fresh baby spinach with mushrooms, bacon, cherry tomatoes, eggs, & parmesan cheese tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette

Salad - Add Ons

Add to any salad:

Grilled or Blackened Chicken$10.00
(8) Grilled, Blackened, or Fried Shrimp$10.00
Grilled or Blackened Salmon*$11.00
Wasabi Crusted or Blackened Tuna*$12.00
Filet Medallions*$12.00

Oysters

1/2 Dozen - $14, Dozen - $26

Golden Fried
Served on the half shell with Creole Tartar Sauce
Rockefeller*
Baked with creamed spinach, bacon, parmesan, & panko breadcrumbs

Low Country Favorites

Charleston Shrimp & Grits$24.00
Sautéed shrimp & spicy tasso ham over a bed of stone ground grits, smothered in a white wine herb chicken velouté
Wasabi Crusted Yellowfin Tuna*$25.00
Ahi Tuna served rare, drizzled with soy & wasabi mayo, served over grits & sautéed asparagus
Salmon & Lump Blue Crab*$25.00
Fresh Atlantic Salmon Topped with lump blue crab & lime cilantro beurre blanc served over grits & sautéed asparagus
Seared Sea Scallops*$31.00
Topped with lobster cream sauce, served with creamy parmesan risotto & sautéed spinach
Louisiana Catfish$19.00
Fried, grilled, or blackened served with creole tartar sauce, sweet potato fries & collard greens
Seafood Trio$26.00
Scallops, Shrimp, & Catfish either grilled or blackened, served with creamy parmesan risotto and sautéed asparagus
Crab Cakes*$25.00
Lump blue crab cakes topped with sweet corn relish, served with creole tartar sauce, French fries, and coleslaw
Pecan Crusted Rainbow Trout$24.00
Butterflied rainbow trout, deep-fried, topped with Granny Smith Apple Butter, served with mashed potatoes & bacon seared green beans

Meat & Potatoes

Filet Mignon & Pimento*$35.00
8oz Angus Beef center-cut tenderloin topped with homemade pimento cheese, served with mashed potatoes & asparagus with béarnaise
Hand-Cut Ribeye*$36.00
14oz Angus Beef Ribeye topped with a whipped gorgonzola butter, served with creamy parmesan risotto & brussel sprouts broiled with bacon & caramelized onions
Marinated Beef Tips*$25.00
Beef tenderloin medallions topped with caramelized onions, balsamic reduction, & goat cheese, served with creamy parmesan risotto & asparagus
Meatloaf$18.00
Baked with a cocktail sauce glaze, topped with country ham & onion confit, served with mashed potatoes & bacon seared green beans
Beef en Croute$26.00
Shredded beef tenderloin, gorgonzola cheese & crimini mushrooms baked in a puff pastry, topped with béarnaise, served over mashed potatoes & sautéed spinach
Sassafras Fried Chicken$20.00
Breast of chicken stuffed with a blend of country ham, spinach, parmesan & cream cheese with sweet country ham & onion gravy. Served with macaroni & cheese, & brussel sprouts broiled with bacon & caramelized onions

Entrée - Add Ons

Add on to any Entrée

(4) Grilled, Blackened, or Fried Shrimp$5.00
Crab Cake*$9.00
(3) Seared Sea Scallops$10.00
Oscar Style$8.00

Southern Sides

Feel free to substitute your side for something else, no charge! Add an extra side for $5

Homemade Mashed Potatoes
Sour cream and chive mashed potatoes
Mac & Cheese
Classic southern style favorite
Yellow Stone Ground Grits
Adluh Grits from Columbia, SC
Collards
Vinegar marinated, as southern as it gets
Brussel Sprouts
Broiled sprouts with bacon and onions
Green Beans
With seared bacon pieces
Risotto
Creamy Parmesan Risotto
Sautéed Spinach
Fresh Spinach sautéed with garlic and seasonings
Sautéed Asparagus
Sautéed with red peppers, red onions, and corn
French Fries
Seasoned French Fries
Sweet Potato Fries
Served with Creole Tartar
Grilled Asparagus
Fresh asparagus grilled to perfection

Sweet Tea, Etc

Free refills on tea, soda, and coffee

Sweet Tea$2.25
Unsweet Tea$2.25
Hot Tea$2.25
Coffee$2.25
Coke$2.25
Diet Coke$2.25
Coke Zero$2.25
Dr. Pepper$2.25
Sprite$2.25
Lemonade$2.25
Bara's Root Beer$2.25
Ginger Ale$2.25
Perrier Sparkling Water$2.50
Red Bull$4.00

What 2,488 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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DavidD
Naples
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
The house salad and Sassafras fried chicken are excellent. However the brussel sprouts had an off taste and the Mac and cheese looked and tastes like a square block cut from a tray made yesterday. Good martinis if not small martinis.
j
jean
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely love this restaurant… our favorite for a nice dinner out.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Sassafras is one of our very favorite restaurants in Greenville. Their Blue Crab Nachos are the best appetizer in town. Their seafood is always fresh and perfectly cooked.
AR
AlyR
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food1service4ambience3
Server was great, but our entrees tasted like they were old and reheated leftovers. Paying the price of food for this restaurant we left disappointed.
PV
PVUSASC
Charleston
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great! I am happy with this restaurant. Pirriot!!!
AG
AlyssaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brought our family here when they were visiting from Louisiana. Everything was delicious!
MG
MGrossO
Nashville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were seated at a quaint table by the window which was excellent! The food and drinks were amazing. We started with the fried green tomatoes and pimento cheese and both had the filet as our entree. The steaks were cooked and seasoned to perfection. Because we were celebrating our anniversary, we were treated to a complimentary dessert— the crème brûlée was wonderful as well. We will definitely be back when we revisit Greenville!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed it all! Food, Service, atmosphere!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
JS
JoanS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner at Sassafras was an uplifting experience as the ambience was nice and the service and food all added to a lovely evening out. Definitely will return!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Detroit
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
They were very accommodating The hostess was very empathetic to a couple issues that we had
a
annaj
Charleston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious dinner and appetizers! We were celebrating our 38th anniversary and they gave us a nice card and free dessert. The prices were very reasonable! Will definitely go back again!
OT
OpenTableMountaineer
Western NC
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
When reserving, only dining option at our time slot was high top. That put us near bar and bartender was our waitress. Bartender very friendly and professional. But because of bar activity, our service was slow. Ultimately, we had to eat fast and/or take portions of our entrees in take home containers. Broad menu of appealing dishes. Food was well prepared and well presented.
TC
TomC
Atlanta Metro
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
My wait staff was Sally and must say that the service was outstanding and most enjoyable! The food and ambiance was fantastic as well, but truly enjoyed the service and conversation! This restaurant is a must when downtown Greenville! Thank you Tom
TM
TariM
Charlotte
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Good quality consistently good. Quick bartenders and the owner checked on our table. Will be back
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our favorite restaurant to visit when we come in town. Amazing food and customer service! The owner stopped by and greeted us and checked on everything! Amazing food and amazing experience as usual! Great night!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
Food was amazing! Very unique menu. Very kid friendly! We enjoyed everything.
SM
ScottM
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
6 of us enjoyed our meals very much. Our server, Shirley , was friendly and professional. I would highly recommend Sassafras.
SL
SharonLee
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were celebrating an anniversary with friends and everything was perfect.
AN
AllisonN
Charleston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great! What a nice place to go for our anniversary!
TC
TCharp
Charleston
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Restaurant in Greenville. Never fails, always the perfect experience!!!!!
d
dennync
Louisville
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Would definitely come back.
V
Vegaquarian
Denver
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
It is a nice restaurant . The food was excellent but I do think it’s a bit overpriced.
DW
DavidW
Charleston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is delicious and the staff awesome. Joshua was probably the best waiter we have ever had. (Ask for him.)
AG
AmyG
New York Area
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress was Sally. She was outstanding!! Our dinner was, as always, delicious!!!
JS
JaimeS
Charleston
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Martin and his entire staff are fantastic!!! Josh is the best!! Treat yourself and go!!!
PB
PattiB
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My new favorite restaurant in downtown Greenville! The location, atmosphere, service, drinks, and food were outstanding!
JI
JINX
Charleston
234 reviews
vip
5.0
234 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I always enjoy Sassafras. Food is prepared just right and served with a very appetizing appearance. Service is always pleasant and friendly. Ambience always makes for a very nice dining experience. Look forward to our next visit.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently a great meal! Always love to eat at Sassafras!
SK
StephanieK
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food specials and the service was phenomenal. They were very attentive.
ME
MarionE
Mobile
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Had been wanting to eat here every time we’ve visited Greenville in the past. My expectations were high. The service was excellent, the food met my expectations. Had the grilled scallops and risotto. Husband had crab cakes and fries.
C
Catherine
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and terrific service. Good vibe in downtown Greenville.
TC
ThomasC
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner. Great service. Many dining choices. Highly recommended
JA
JeffA
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and atmosphere. Delicious dinner and dessert.
TS
TimothyS
Charleston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
They were prepared for us with a round table and gluten free menu for a guest. Very attentive service that included a visit to our table from the manager.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Daughter home from College…they were extremely busy. Did the best they could with the staff they had.
j
jesspbrown
Pinehurst
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Staff were so incredibly nice. Food was spectacular. We couldn’t have asked for a better night!
JM
JacquelineM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We went there for our anniversary and they gave us a free dessert. Parking is very convenient and the food is excellent.
ME
MiryanaE
Nashville
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely fabulous!!! Great food, great service, fun and updated atmosphere! And wow the value !! With prices going up everywhere else - not his place ! Old fashions under $10. Nice wine list. Shrimp, scallops , trout , and beef tenderloin- all wonderful. We visit every time we come into town !!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wife’s Birthday Everything was amazing Thank you!
G
Gloglo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Beautiful surroundings, great menu with very good food and reasonably priced as well. Service was great and they allow substitutions with no upcharge. It appears to be well supported by the locals too which is a good sign.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Sassafras Southern Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 2488 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 30, 2023

9:30 PM

Booked 42 times today

Google Map for Sassafras Southern Bistro

103 N Main St #107, Greenville, SC 29601

Additional information

Cross street
North St.
Neighborhood
Greenville
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Southern, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking is available in the Richardson Street parking garage that is conveniently located just a few steps away and is free to park on the weekends!
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.sassafrasbistro.com/
Phone number
(864) 235-5670

Featured in

100 South Carolina Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Sassafras Southern Bistro

Make a reservation

Additional information

100 South Carolina Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Seafood Trio

Crab Cakes

She Crab Soup

Appetizers

Pimento Cheese Fondue & Hand Cut Chips$8.00

Blue Crab & Pepperjack Fondue Nachos$11.00

Steak & Gorgonzola Fondue Nachos$11.00

Peppercorn Crusted Seared Ahi Tuna*$11.00

Hot & Spicy Fried Pork Tenderloin$10.00

Fried Green Tomatoes & Pimento Cheese$9.00

BBQ Pulled Pork Egg Rolls$10.00

Basket of Sweet Potato Fries or French Fries$7.00

Southern Fried Pickles$7.00

Soup and Salads

She Crab Soup

House Salad$7.00

Caesar Salad$7.00

Southern Salad$7.00

Spinach Salad$7.00

Salad - Add Ons

Grilled or Blackened Chicken$10.00

(8) Grilled, Blackened, or Fried Shrimp$10.00

Grilled or Blackened Salmon*$11.00

Wasabi Crusted or Blackened Tuna*$12.00

Filet Medallions*$12.00

Oysters

Golden Fried

Rockefeller*

Low Country Favorites

Charleston Shrimp & Grits$24.00

Wasabi Crusted Yellowfin Tuna*$25.00

Salmon & Lump Blue Crab*$25.00

Seared Sea Scallops*$31.00

Louisiana Catfish$19.00

Seafood Trio$26.00

Crab Cakes*$25.00

Pecan Crusted Rainbow Trout$24.00

Meat & Potatoes

Filet Mignon & Pimento*$35.00

Hand-Cut Ribeye*$36.00

Marinated Beef Tips*$25.00

Meatloaf$18.00

Beef en Croute$26.00

Sassafras Fried Chicken$20.00

Entrée - Add Ons

(4) Grilled, Blackened, or Fried Shrimp$5.00

Crab Cake*$9.00

(3) Seared Sea Scallops$10.00

Oscar Style$8.00

Southern Sides

Homemade Mashed Potatoes

Mac & Cheese

Yellow Stone Ground Grits

Collards

Brussel Sprouts

Green Beans

Risotto

Sautéed Spinach

Sautéed Asparagus

French Fries

Sweet Potato Fries

Grilled Asparagus

Sweet Tea, Etc

Sweet Tea$2.25

Unsweet Tea$2.25

Hot Tea$2.25

Coffee$2.25

Coke$2.25

Diet Coke$2.25

Coke Zero$2.25

Dr. Pepper$2.25

Sprite$2.25

Lemonade$2.25

Bara's Root Beer$2.25

Ginger Ale$2.25

Perrier Sparkling Water$2.50