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The Lazy Goat

4.6
4.6
4009 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
The Lazy Goat is a Mediterranean-themed restaurant with a menu featuring global influences from Spain, Morocco, Italy, France, Greece, Africa and the Middle East in a relaxed atmosphere where taking the time to "linger and share" is encouraged.

The diverse menu was created to accommodate a variety of diner preferences with meat & cheese plates, small plates to “graze and nibble,” and main dishes.

Guests are invited to take their time while "trying a little bit of this and a little bit of that" or a "whole lot of whatever they like."

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2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 56 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Mediterranean

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (864) 679-5299

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Beau Owens

  • Catering

    The Lazy Goat is part of the Table 301 restaurant group and offers off-site catering through Table 301 Catering and Events. Table 301 chefs work with each client to create the unique event they wish to offer their guests. With our "mobile kitchen", Table 301 can cater for two or 1,000. And the service doesn"t end with the food. Table 301 has an entire network of vendors, for everything from floral arrangements to flatware, chairs and tents. Table 301 is the best choice for wedding receptions, cocktail parties, luncheons, meetings, in home dinners and fundraising events.

  • Private party facilities

    The Lazy Goat is available during the day for breakfast, lunch, and meetings. In the evenings The Lazy Goat is wonderful for dinner and seminars. On the weekends we are available for rehearsal dinners and wedding receptions.

  • Private party contact

    Lauren Martin: (864) 679-5299

  • Neighborhood

    Greenville

  • Cross street

    Falls Park Dr

  • Parking details

    Street parking and a City Parking Garage is located right beneath the restaurant.

  • Entertainment

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,009 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greenville

    Innovative

  • Greenville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Greenville

    Most Booked

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  1. Fargus

    Charleston

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lazy goat never disappoints. Food is always great. Serving staff is very courteous and helpful. Great selection of wines at a reasonable cost.
  2. JenniferM

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful family dinner! Enjoyed the outdoor ambience with exceptional service and delicious food 😊
  3. KerriF

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great food, definitely recommend. Outside seating is limited, but the indoor dining is just as nice.
  4. LoraF

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We go here once or twice a year when in town because the food is very different and tasty. Sat outside this time which was lovely this time of year and the service was great as usual.
  5. Kaskhe

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had such a great experience here. The food was fantastic, and the service amazing! Our server Lena gave us a free drink, appetizer, and dessert because we had guests from out of town and were celebrating a few different things. We couldn't have asked for a better night!
  6. CBS3

    New Orleans

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food! Will definitely return should I visit Greenville again
  7. DannaV

    Charleston

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never disappoints- I always try a new dish and happy that I do. The lamb and pita appetizer is hands down the way to go. This dinner is on the pricier side so be prepared for that.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I don’t like that they put you in a specific time to go!!
  9. MichaelD

    Charleston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was good, as always, service was ok but a little slow.
  10. LizK

    Charleston

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Excellent waiter-Geronimo. We have a dinner group and are somewhat regular diners here. He was the best waitstaff we ever had. Food is always reliably good. Prices are moderate.
  11. MichelleF

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing! Service outstanding. We had a wonderful time sitting out on the patio overlooking the river.
  12. Kristina

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best meals I’ve ever had! Every course, from the appetizer to the entrees, and finally, dessert, everything was delicious! Our server, Henry, was very attentive and helpful with suggestions. The ambience on the outdoor patio so nice and peaceful. It was a perfect dinner and I’ll definitely be back!
  13. Shoegirl

    Charleston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious homemade ravioli and paella. Great table overlooking river.
  14. Whitney

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great paella. Lovely view of the river. Had a window seat.
  15. AngelinaZ

    Atlanta Metro

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was excellent. This is by far one of my top restaurants in Greenville and a must visit whenever we come to town. There isn’t a bad thing on their menu, the sangria is the best I’ve ever had and service is always good.
  16. JeanS

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    The view of the river and the service are excellent. However, the quality of food is only mediocre. I got the paella, and my husband got the steak. We also got the fried goat cheese for appetizer. All were just ok. For the pricing, I would expect higher calibur of cooking. If I went back just for the view/ambiance, I would just get the cheaper flatbread and call it a day.
  17. Denise

    Western NC

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    The food was tasty but not warm. We hated to send back so many plates as there were many items on the fixed menu. But it was a little disappointing. Service was otherwise good and the restaurant is lovely.
  18. RitaW

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    We booked for Mother’s Day, but we’re not told that there is a prefix menu. We did not know that until we sat down at the table. We should’ve been told that before hand.
  19. DrewK

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food1service5ambience5
    Was disappointed that they had a family style Mothers Day Menu only. Only thing from there regular menu was the Brussels sprouts which were really good. But rest of menu was disappointing, with exception of salmon and berry salad which were tasty. We had scheduled reservation for Mothers Day a month in advance not thinking the regular menu would not be offered. Will definitely check next time.
  20. Monica

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the most wonderful Mother’s Day experience with the family style menu. The food was outstanding and the service was exceptional. The convenience of having a set family style menu was perfect. Everyone at the table got to try every dish, and we mothers were not forced to make one decision. A truly perfect dining experience we look forward to repeating again!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our Mother’s Day and the individualized experience for our family of four’s unique needs.
  22. Effie

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Went here for mother’s day. It was a large amount of food for the price. Very good appetizers and main courses. The desert was average. Service was just right.
  23. Mariel10

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    I was really looking forward to this dinner since I read so many good reviews. The food wasn’t good. My steak was cold and you could tell the meat was poor quality. Really disappointed😢 Our server was great. The service was good.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    We sat outside and it started to rain very lightly The manager quickly moved us to another table and was extremely accommodating. Our waiter was not overly friendly, but otherwise we had a very nice time and the food was delicious.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere. The lamb appetizer was fantastic. And the server made it a special graduation experience for our daughter and her friends. First class!
  26. Maritza

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Paella left lots to be desired as did the prime rib sandwich.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every one of us were raving about our meals! Absolutely delicious!!
  28. KellyH

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great dinner. The service was fantastic. I highly recommend The Lazy Goat
  29. Stuart

    Charlotte

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We live in Charlotte, and The Lazy Goat is the restaurant we will visit each time we’re here. Beautiful riverfront location as well.
  30. Frenchie

    Charleston

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    I cannot believe Lazy Goat has ditched one of its best entrées: Duck confit patatas bravas. I had even checked the online menu a few days before my reservation to confirm it was still on the menu, and it was. Yet, when we received our menus, the dish was nowhere to be found. Our waitress confirmed it had just been replaced with octopus. OCTOPUS. I thought Lazy Goat had ceased ditching its most excellent entrées a few years back, when they removed my husband’s favorite, the Even Lazier Paella. But nope. Lazy Goat, you are truly living up to your namesake: LAZY.
  31. NancyC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    The food was not seasoned well. They used Mexican spices on a ravioli dish and it was way off the mark. For the price, this restaurant did not live up to expectations.
  32. JackieG

    Raleigh

    58 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our Ladies Lunch at The Lazy Goat. The food was great and the service was good. We felt that our server had a few too many tables and we felt bad for how busy he seemed. Other than our empathy for our waiter, we loved it and would definitely go back! Pro Tip: the goat cheese balls are amazing.
  33. Susan

    Raleigh

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Henry, our server was attentive, charming and professional. Sitting outside was delightful and it was just a wonderful evening.
  34. beth

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience1
    Food was good; service impeccable. However, the noise level was so high that this really detracted from the meal. This made conversation a real challenge. For this reason, we will not return.
  35. LouH

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite spots! Beautiful view of the river. Brussel sprout appetizer is one of the best I’ve ever had.
  36. Mimi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Eclectic menu, close to the Peace Center, delicious food and great service! What else could you want? Wonderful evening and didn't feel rushed.
  37. MonicaF

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Disappointed. Had early reservation (not busy yet) but service was SLOW. Our server delayed coming to even take our drink order! Brussels sprouts were great but quite a small plate. Pasta was warm and bland (2 kinds ordered). Great location overlooking Reedy River but overpriced. And I remember the food being better a few yrs ago.
  38. KendraM

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. We had brussel sprouts for an appetizer, steak and a spring pasta special. Everything appeared to have been cooked with care and an eye for excellence. Both the inside and patio of the restaurant were clean, and had an enjoyable atmosphere. Our service made an already wonderful meal superb. Cocktails were also a delight. We will make it a point to come back!
  39. MartySwimm

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious. We started out with fried goat cheese and lamb appetizers and then got the tagliatelle with steak and the paella for entrees. All of it was delicious but the lamb appetizer and homemade pasta really were exceptionally good. Our server was great and the atmosphere was excellent. We were seated indoors on the lower level so it was quiet enough to be conducive for conversation but also had a great view of the river and path.
  40. KimB

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    love love love it. great meal on the beautiful river setting cant wait to go back

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Lazy Goat is rated 4.6 stars by 4009 OpenTable diners.

The Lazy Goat does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 56 times today
Google Map for The Lazy Goat

170 River Place, Greenville, SC 29601

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Falls Park Dr

  • Neighborhood

    Greenville

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Mediterranean

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street parking and a City Parking Garage is located right beneath the restaurant.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Beau Owens

  • Entertainment

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (864) 679-5299

  • Catering

    The Lazy Goat is part of the Table 301 restaurant group and offers off-site catering through Table 301 Catering and Events. Table 301 chefs work with each client to create the unique event they wish to offer their guests. With our "mobile kitchen", Table 301 can cater for two or 1,000. And the service doesn"t end with the food. Table 301 has an entire network of vendors, for everything from floral arrangements to flatware, chairs and tents. Table 301 is the best choice for wedding receptions, cocktail parties, luncheons, meetings, in home dinners and fundraising events.

  • Private party facilities

    The Lazy Goat is available during the day for breakfast, lunch, and meetings. In the evenings The Lazy Goat is wonderful for dinner and seminars. On the weekends we are available for rehearsal dinners and wedding receptions.

  • Private party contact

    Lauren Martin: (864) 679-5299

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