Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in South Carolina

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

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Olive & Fig Mediterranean Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (432)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

It was Chef Munjid and his wife Tammy’s dream to one day be able to open their own Mediterranean restaurant and share his cuisine with the world. That dream is now a reality with Olive and Fig Mediterranean Kitchen. Together they take great pride in making each plate transport you to the Greek Isles or the banks of the Mediterranean Sea where some of the finest cuisine is served. We are excited to bring you some flavors from the Mediterranean and we hope you enjoy!

As we are in our peak season we are requesting that you have patience as our cuisine is made to order. You will find no precooked items and we do not use microwaves or steam tables to heat or store food. In addition, no frozen items except those that should be such as French fries or ice cream desserts.

We take pride in our quality and request if have any concerns or not satisfied please ask to speak with Tammy the owner.

Thank you for choosing us as part of your dining experience. We look forward to serving you!

Top review

HowardVIP

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

Great restaurant, we always enjoy. Tasty menu and attentive service. Highly recommend

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!

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Porsha

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

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

Pomodori - Hilton Head

4.9

4.9 (2097)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Due to the intimacy of our Restaurant and to guarantee your dining experience, reservations are almost always required all year long.

Please be mindful when booking reservations. If you select "OUTDOOR SEATING" you WILL be dining on our screened in patio. If you select "STANDARD SEATING" you will be at a table inside in one of our dining rooms. Same day changes may not be possible. Requests for bar seating can only be made by calling the restaurant - not through reserving times on Open Table. For same day reservations please call the restaurant after 3:30 for the most up to date availability!

Our Food is Fresh, Our Wines are Old, Our Recipes are Timeless, Our Family is Yours.

Grazie,
Amanda

Top review

Richard

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for quality and quaint Italian. The service is impeccable and the food is consistently A+.

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Popular dish

CANNOLI

Popular dish

Tagliatelle con Bolognese

Popular dish

Arancini

The Retreat at Ridgeway: Lake Wateree Dining

4.8

4.8 (158)

$30 and under

Southern

Colonel Creek Landing

About the restaurant

The Retreat located on Lake Wateree in Ridgeway, South Carolina is inspired by celebrating family and the community. This scratch kitchen showcases locally sourced, seasonal ingredients in their cozy lake front restaurant. Chef Blake Hartwick's approach and belief in representing local farmers drives the refined southern cuisine served at The Retreat. The southern charm extends through the whole restaurant as Heather's dedication to exceptional experience will provide you with a warm welcome in an elegant, yet relaxed atmosphere paired with attentive service.

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AbelVIP

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

It was our first time here and we had a great time. Service was great and the food was awesome. We were with six people and all of us had a different dish from the menu and everything was delicious. The view is nice on a sidearm of the lake and the restaurant can be transferred by boat or by road. They had a band playing outside and that gave us some nice entertainment while we waited for our table. Highly recommended!

Coa Agaveria y Cocina

4.8

4.8 (9)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Columbia

About the restaurant

Escape to Coa Agaveria y Cocina, Columbia's upscale Mexican haven. Savor our family recipes, crafted with bold flavors from across Mexico. Indulge in small plates, exquisite tequila and mezcal cocktails, and specialty dishes that tantalize your taste buds. Our cozy ambiance creates the perfect setting for a delightful dining experience. Join us for a culinary journey that transports you to the heart of Mexico.

We accept limited reservations Monday – Saturday

Standard Tables: Parties of 2 to 12 guests
High Top Tables: Parties of 4 to 12 guests
Patio Tables: Parties of 2 to 12 guests

If not available smaller parties are served on a first-come, first served basis, and larger parties over 12 must call for a reservation.

Our private dining room can accommodate up to 24 guests. Please call 803-851-5965 or email privatedining@coaagaveria.com to reserve.

Top review

Carol

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Best cocktails in town. Love their pisco sours. Delicious food, perfect service (cordial efficient waiter and used plates whisked away without fanfare). Energetic and interesting setting. Loved the tacos carnitas and pork belly. Divine strawberry tres leches cake. One of my favorite places in Columbia. My only complaints are the lack of coffee and the level of noise at peak times. Go early in the week for taco specials.

Sassafras Southern Bistro

4.9

4.9 (3618)

$30 and under

Southern

Greenville

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Wayne

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

My wife and I dined there for our anniversary, and we had a wonderful experience. The food, the service, environment was very pleasant.

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Popular dish

Sassafras Fried Chicken

Popular dish

Steak & Gorgonzola Fondue Nachos

The Market Cafe at Michael Anthony's

4.9

4.9 (1645)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Michael Anthony’s Market Cafe, the sister restaurant to Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana, features casual, trattoria-style dining for lunch and dinner plus an Italian specialty shop. Located just across the breezeway from Michael Anthony’s, we cater to almost all of your culinary desires.
Here we showcase a menu of lighter fare including sandwiches, salads, pasta, pizza and smaller portions of our chefs’ acclaimed meat and seafood dishes. We also have Italian coffees and a full bar. "Hilton Head Monthly" readers have voted us their “Favorite New Restaurant” and “Favorite Lunch Place.”
Join us for Happy Hour (4:30pm-5:30pm), when we offer specially-priced cocktails, wine and perfectly-sized snack plates.
Or stop in and browse our carefully-curated specialty foods. They include cheeses, fresh meats, house-made pastas, olive oil, tomato products, heat-and-serve entrees and homemade desserts.
Please visit our website or call for dining reservations.

Top review

Richard

Dined 2 days ago

The Market Cafe at Michael Anthony’s is a HH Gem! The food is absolutely delicious and interestingly presented. My wife and I sat (and so should you) at one of two cozy high top tables. I almost feel I can guarantee your satisfaction. GO!

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Popular dish

Chicken Parmigiana

Jackrabbit Filly

4.9

4.9 (291)

$30 and under

Chinese

North Charleston

About the restaurant

Jackrabbit Filly proudly serves award-winning, heritage driven New Chinese American cuisine in the heart of Park Circle, North Charleston. Our ingredients support local farmers and fishermen. Our wines are all-natural and support women producers. And our cocktail list supports a good time. We can't wait to have you in!

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Nicole

Dined 5 days ago

As always, an amazing experience. The food is insanely delicious.

Luigi's Trattoria

4.8

4.8 (2619)

$30 and under

Italian

Myrtle Beach

About the restaurant

Luigi’s Trattoria welcomes you to visit us.. We are a family-owned restaurant known for great food, great staff, beautiful decor, and so much more.

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Richard

Dined 4 days ago

Awesome food and attentive service. Good bang for the buck.

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Popular dish

Grouper Franchese

Martini

4.8

4.8 (2256)

$30 and under

Steak

North Myrtle Beach

About the restaurant

***HAPPY HOUR IS AVAILABLE IN THE LOUNGE ONLY. WE DO NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS FOR HAPPY HOUR. HAPPY HOUR IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. PLEASE SEE HOST STAND FOR SEATING.

Martini classic food, spirits and entertainment is North Myrtle Beach’s most unique restaurant and lounge. Entertainment performs nightly and includes pianists to vocalists and blues & jazz guitarists.

We host a fabulous happy hour each day from 4 to 7 in our lounge. Several small plates are offered under $10 that are perfect for sharing. We feature great drink specials and have a “martini of the day”.

Our menu is creatively classic, highlighting our area's local seafood as well as fresh steaks and pasta dishes. Daily specials and homemade soups are prepared from scratch daily for your enjoyment.

Top review

MichelleVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent food & attentive service. Highly recommend. We will definitely be back!

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