Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in South Carolina

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steak House - Charleston

4.9

4.9 (19)

$31 to $50

Brazilian Steakhouse

North Charleston

About the restaurant

Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse – Authentic Churrascaria in North Charleston

Formerly Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse, Lasso Gaucho brings the bold flavors of Brazil to North Charleston with an authentic rodizio-style experience. Enjoy 16 cuts of fire-roasted USDA Prime beef, lamb, pork, and chicken, carved tableside by our skilled Gaucho chefs. Our gourmet salad bar features over 30 fresh selections, plus six hot Brazilian dishes to complement your meal.

Pair your feast with a classic caipirinha, fine South American wines, or a selection from our full bar. End with a decadent Brazilian dessert.

Conveniently located near Charleston International Airport, Lasso Gaucho is perfect for romantic dinners, group celebrations, and corporate events. Experience the best Brazilian steakhouse in Charleston with world-class hospitality and bold, unforgettable flavors!

Top review

Porsha

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Excellent service and great options on the food bar. Would definitely go back when in North Charleston again.

The Melting Pot - Myrtle Beach

4.8

4.8 (1499)

$50 and over

Fondue

Myrtle Beach

About the restaurant

Enjoy an unforgettable interactive dining experience with friends and family with fondue at The Melting Pot in Myrtle Beach, SC. We believe in celebrating the everyday, so you don’t need a special reason to come out for our delicious menu offerings. Whether you’re here for drinks, cheese, and chocolate, or you want to dig into our four-course fondue experience, we know you’ll love every bite! From artisan cheeses to our decadent chocolate fondue desserts, there is something to tickle your taste buds in each pot. Let our friendly staff help you choose the right fondue experience for your table tonight. Make reservations for everyone at The Melting Pot and turn the ordinary into the extraordinary!

Top review

Neil

Dined 3 days ago

Outstanding food and service. Highly recommend. Jeff was a great server.

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Pure Chocolate Fondue

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Chocolate Explosion

Green Lettuce

4.8

4.8 (96)

$31 to $50

Persian

Greenville

About the restaurant

Green Lettuce serves from-scratch Persian-inspired salads, appetizers, soups, sandwiches, desserts and meat and vegetable kebobs. Salad dressings and sauces are all made in house, and herbs, vegetables and fruits are locally sourced. The restaurant has a relaxed vibe, comfortable seating and a full bar with handmade cocktails, beer and wine

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RichardVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and service in a quiet atmosphere. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Chophouse 47 – Steaks & Lobster

4.7

4.7 (3011)

$31 to $50

Steak

Greenville

About the restaurant

Steaks and lobster take center stage at Chophouse ’47. This bustling New York-style steakhouse in Greenville continues to wow year after year (since 2001 to be exact) with ‘Top Restaurant’ awards, as well as wine ‘Award of Excellence’. The exceptional service and high-quality menu includes expertly broiled USDA prime aged beef, colossal baked shrimp and shareable sides; for dessert, dive fork first into white chocolate banana cream pie. Bonus: enjoy all of the above in the private wine room. [The Restaurant and Bar are Non-Smoking | Upscale Casual Dress Code]

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Michael

Dined 4 days ago

The atmosphere was incredibly relaxing, and the food was absolutely amazing. The staff, as always, was exceptional—attentive and welcoming throughout our visit. My wife and I were celebrating our 26th anniversary, and it was truly a memorable experience. Thank you for making our special day even more perfect!

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The Melting Pot - Columbia SC

4.7

4.7 (1252)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Columbia

About the restaurant

Experience a new way to dine when you make The Melting Pot in Columbia your next dinner destination. From the first bite of our delicious artisan cheeses, to the last bite of our decadent chocolate fondues, you will know you have made the right decision! Whether you want to have the full four-course adventure or you are in the mood for perfectly crafted cocktails and cheese fondue, you can find what you crave on our tables. Our friendly staff specializes in creating your perfect night out. Come join us today at The Melting Pot.

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AlexisVIP

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

The food is always amazing, but this location is set apart from other melting pots by the service. Any tiny questions or concerns were addressed and remedied promptly and with a smile. Everyone was so nice and friendly. I would swing by anytime I’m in town.

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Popular dish

Pure Chocolate Fondue

A photo of Lavender & Blueberry White Chocolate Fondue of a restaurant

Popular dish

Yin & Yang Chocolate Fondue

The Melting Pot - Greenville

4.6

4.6 (1289)

$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.

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Brandon

Dined 6 days ago

Always a great experience!! Good was phenomenal and service was phenomenal

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Popular dish

Pure Chocolate Fondue

Popular dish

Yin & Yang Chocolate Fondue

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Chocolate Fondue Dessert Plate

Little Italy - Myrtle Beach

4.6

4.6 (136)

$30 and under

Italian

Myrtle Beach

About the restaurant

Welcome to Little Italy, one of the best Italian restaurants in Myrtle Beach, where a true classic Italian dining experience and southern hospitality meet. We firmly believe that nothing brings people together better than good food. And good food is what we do best.

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Mimi

Dined 1 day ago

The food was very good and I would say this is a hidden gem in Myrtle Beach. My only negative is that the size of the pasta dish my husband ordered for his entree was surprisingly small.

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Cork and Cleaver Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (180)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Lexington

About the restaurant

Join us at Cork and Cleaver Steakhouse, where we pride ourselves on our unique offerings and commitment to quality. Our House Dry Aged Steaks are a true labor of love--aged for 30 days in our own Dry Age cooler, hand-cut to perfection, and featuring show-stopping Tomahawks that will leave you speechless. Pair your meal with a selection of over 140 rare bottles and a curated wine list of 60 hand-selected varieties. And for seafood lovers, our menu delights with Crabcakes, Seared Ahi Tuna, and Shrimp Fra Diavolo.

Brunch on weekends features indulgent options like Eggs Benedicts and savory delights like Shrimp and Grits. Wash it down with mimosas for the perfect brunch experience!

During Happy Hour, enjoy half off our wine selection and Buffalo Trace specials. Explore our upgraded spirits collection, including the sought-after Weller collection, for a truly elevated experience.

Join us and savor the flavors that will leave you craving more!

Top review

Robert

Dined 4 days ago

One of the best places to get a great steak. Also the Japanese chicken appetizers are best!

Columbo's at DoubleTree by Hilton

4.3

4.3 (88)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Columbia

About the restaurant

We have developed, evolved, and refined the restaurant over the past 5 years. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day of the year; our aim is to serve the metropolitan Columbia, SC community as well as hotel guests.

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William

Dined on May 11, 2025

Another home run by the Doubletree Columbo team. My family has been attending their three holiday buffets since they first began and each one gets better. So, this was their very best and we will be back for future holiday buffets. Pricing is reasonable for the food, service and experience. It begins with the event and chef management on site for the event and greeting you as you enter. A mimosa or Bloody Mary starts the meal followed by a seafood/cheese presentation with oysters on the half shell and large shrimp. Entrees include salmon, carved beef and other meats with an abundance of vegetables. Dessert choices are plentiful and they have flavorful coffee available if you ask. An attentive serving staff tops it all off. If you haven’t been before, make reservations for the next event on Thanksgiving. You won’t regret it.

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