Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Greenville

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Updated October 05, 2024

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The Melting Pot - Greenville

4.9

4.9 (1252)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Greenville

About the restaurant

Experience a new way to dine when you make The Melting Pot in Greenville your next dinner destination. From the first bite of our delicious artisan cheeses, you’ll know you made the right decision to dine with us! Whether you want to have the full four-course adventure or you are in the mood for drinks and cheese fondue, you can find what you crave on our tables. Friendly staff welcome you to your table and blend your cheese in front of you. Once you are done with your perfectly seasoned cheese fondue and freshly made salads, it’s time for the main course. You pick the cooking style of your steak, shrimp, lobster, and chicken entrées, but you should definitely save room for dessert. We have several chocolate fondue specialties to choose from at The Melting Pot.

Top review

Charlotte

Dined 2 days ago

Great experience for a fun birthday! Looking forward to next time.

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Pure Chocolate Fondue

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Chocolate Explosion

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Black Forest Chocolate Fondue

Ristorante Bergamo

4.9

4.9 (556)

$50 and over

Italian

Greenville

About the restaurant

Fine Northern Italian dining with an experienced NYC Chef

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Stevevip

Dined 2 days ago

One of the best restaurants in the Greenville area. Chef and Cathy serve an excellent menu and take personal care of their customers. Thanks!!

Restaurant 17

4.8

4.8 (1550)

$31 to $50

American

Travelers Rest

About the restaurant

Where old-world hospitality meets familiar European views, the cuisine reveals an elevated twist on classic Italian and Mediterranean favorites. Chef Haydn Shaak marries classical training with his dedication to local farms and ingredients to craft a truly unique menu inspired by the seasonality of the Upstate.

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Kathleen

Dined on Sep 24, 2024

I can tell that Restaurant 17 has added more servers and this made a big difference.. The change in the menu was an added plus...food was very good. Will be back for sure.

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Caesar Salad

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Cheese + Charcuterie Plate

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Domestique Tiramisu

Fork & Plough

4.7

4.7 (1819)

$30 and under

American

Greenville

About the restaurant

You won't find a neighborhood restaurant anywhere close to Greenville doing what chef Shawn Kelly set out to do: provide both neighbors and visitors alike the Upstate's freshest and most plentiful meats, produce, and products, both as a dine-in and carryout option.

This concept supports the idea that farmers and chefs can make a living supplying a community with its daily necessities, while also encouraging enjoyment of a simple meal of a sandwich or steak, chop, or bake.

Just imagine: Wednesdays become your favorite lunch day of fresh and locally-sourced soups and salads with a friend. Then you get a favorite bottle of wine to bring home, coupled with carefully chosen side dishes and the best burgers and fresh Carolina seafood in Greenville to throw on the grill. Or maybe you even have a long-standing Sunday brunch date!

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Marcus

Dined on Sep 24, 2024

Excellent as always! The menu items change from day to day so you really get pleasantly surprised to see whats new to try out. They do keep their best sellers on the menu daily. Everything is made in house and is fresh and tasty. There is nothing boring at this place. Been several times and every time I go, it’s a slam dunk!

CAMP

4.7

4.7 (401)

$31 to $50

American

Greenville

About the restaurant

CAMP
/kamp/ verb: To relax, chill, unwind, savor, reflect, enjoy, breathe
Step through the doors of CAMP and you know you’re in good company. Here is a gathering place that captures the essence of downtown Greenville perfectly—cool, comfortable, lively—with food that is insanely delicious and flavorful.

The whimsical, comfort food menu with its touch of global flair is crafted using only the freshest, seasonal ingredients sourced directly from local farms. Refreshing cocktails, a curated wine list, and a selection of regional beers pair perfectly to ensure a remarkable dining experience. Come unwind, chill with friends, and savor the moment at CAMP.

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Arthur Campbell

Dined on Sep 26, 2024

It was a very good experience . The service is exceptional and the staff was excellent . The food was good but expensive . The ambience is unusual in that it is bright and simple .

Patterson Kitchen + Bar

4.7

4.7 (273)

$31 to $50

American

Greenville

About the restaurant

A contemporary American restaurant with Southern and International influences. Positioned by our manicured courtyard and inspired by and featuring the bounty of the Upstate of South Carolina. With a cuisine that focuses on bright, clean and approachable menus that are complimented by warm hospitality in a vibrant setting. Executive Chef Tanner Marino and Executive Sous Chef Gianna Smutzki create seasonal menus that represent the very best of Greenville's culinary scene.

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David

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

Food was excellent. Prepared differently than most other local restaurants, so was great to experience. Service was non-rushed but attentive. Plan to go back to request seating on the porch overlooking the pond. We had a great date night at Patterson.

Chef 21 Sushi Burger and Korean BBQ

4.7

4.7 (136)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Greenville

About the restaurant

Welcome to Chef 21, where culinary boundaries are shattered under one roof! Dive into the world of innovative Chef 21 Sushi Burgers, where traditional rolls meet handheld perfection. Craving Korean BBQ? Grill it yourself at your table, immersing in the sizzle and flavors of Seoul at Chef 21 Korean BBQ next door.
But that's not all – quench your thirst at our full bar boasting the biggest selection of Japanese whiskey and craft cocktails. Explore the world of soju and sake, elevating your dining experience to new heights. Chef 21: Two restaurants, one epic fusion feast!

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Lisa

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

We were visiting Greenville and happened to find Chef 21, and it was spectacular! The food was delicious and the service was wonderful! The price was also extremely reasonable!

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4.7

4.7 (116)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Central

About the restaurant

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The Whitman–an all-new restaurant concept by Bal Harbour Shops, designed exclusively for the Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up. The Whitman name draws inspiration from The Whitman by The Sea– a luxury Miami Beach hotel owned by the Whitman family in the 1940s.
The Whitman brings the iconic dining experience of Bal Harbour Shops to life through its breezy indoor-outdoor space. Evoking a decadent lifestyle of leisure, the palm-framed courtyard retains the idyllic al fresco environment of the Shops. With a menu featuring Latin-inspired flavors and comforting classics, The Whitman will keep you coming back.

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Cassandravip

Dined on Sep 13, 2024

The experience was great. The food was better than I expected. Each dish we had was delicious. The portion sizes were enough two.

Basil Thai Cuisine-Greenville, SC

4.3

4.3 (54)

$30 and under

Thai

Greenville

About the restaurant

We invite you to celebrate refined Thai cuisine and an invigorating dining experience in the heart of Charleston, Mt Pleasant and Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC.

Basil is the realization of the lifelong dream of Henry and Chai Eang, brothers who immigrated to the United States from turbulent 1970s Cambodia. From speaking not a word of English, to creating award-winning dining experiences throughout the Carolinas, the duo has married hard work with passion to bring authentic Thai cuisine to their new home.

Since opening the first Basil in Charleston to rave reviews, several trendy locations have followed over the last dozen years. Basil’s infectious atmosphere centers around a dynamic kitchen as the sound of heat to metal, blade to board and liquid to flame resonate throughout the restaurant. Each space stylishly appointed to reflect the culture and energy of the noteworthy Southern cities they inhabit.

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Charlesvip

Dined on Sep 17, 2024

The food was very good and prepared to our request. Our hostess was friendly and knowledgeable. Would recommend others give them a try.

The Press Room

4.2

4.2 (88)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Greenville

About the restaurant

The Wizards' Chamber @ The Press Room - 2nd Floor of the AC Hotel Greenville (entry through Camperdown Plaza at Juniper entrance).
Step into an unforgettable world where magic and fantasy are real. Discover magical bites, enchanting drinks, and possibly get up to a little bit of mischief.

You won’t want to miss our dizzying array of enchanting aesthetics of the famous wizarding world. Inside you’ll find a Wizards’ Chamber full of floating candles, house flags, and breathtaking views of Wizards Alley.

Should you find yourself tardy for your reservation, kindly send us a message via OpenTable. We await your arrival with great anticipation!

Identification: Remember to bring a valid physical I.D. (US Issued Driver's License/ID or Passport are accepted).
Must be 21 or older.

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William Blake

Dined on Sep 26, 2024

The place was so cool! Harry Potter theme was on point. Drinks were great and so was the food. Prices were a tad ridiculous but good overall. Wish it was bigger but we had a blast and will be back.

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