With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Greenville using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.
Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven't been to yet.
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#30. Giovanni's Italian Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (234 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Tuscan
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1178 Woodruff Rd, Greenville, SC 29607-4130
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#29. Smoke On The Water
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (1,768 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1 Augusta St Ste 202, Greenville, SC 29601-3525
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#28. Greektown Grille
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (165 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 400 E McBee Ave, Greenville, SC 29601-2940
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#27. Tupelo Honey
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (1,041 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1 N Main St Ste T, Greenville, SC 29601-2770
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#26. UP on the Roof
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#25. Stax Omega Diner
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (522 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Greek
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 72 Orchard Park Dr, Greenville, SC 29615-3529
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#24. Passerelle French Bistro
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (534 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 601 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601-2504
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#23. Larkin's On The River
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,111 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 318 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601-2606
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#22. Jianna
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (262 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Tuscan
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 600 S Main St Suite 200, Greenville, SC 29601-5039
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#21. Ricks Erwin's Nantucket Seafood
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#20. Yellow Ginger
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (196 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Chinese, Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2100 Poinsett Hwy Ste J, Greenville, SC 29609-2868
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#19. Trio - A Brick Oven Cafe
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (550 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 22 N Main St, Greenville, SC 29601-2719
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#18. Halls Chophouse
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,026 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 550 S Main St Suite 100, Greenville, SC 29601-2539
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#17. Schwaben House
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (331 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: European, German
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1810 Laurens Rd, Greenville, SC 29607-2911
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#15. The Trappe door
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (790 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Belgian, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 23 W Washington St, Greenville, SC 29601-2734
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#14. Saskatoon Steakhouse
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (490 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 681 Halton Rd, Greenville, SC 29607
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#13. Rick Erwins Westend Grille
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (553 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 648 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601-2505
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#12. Soby's
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,763 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 207 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601-2831
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#11. Pomegranate on Main
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#10. Yee-Haw Brewing Company
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (194 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Brew Pub
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 307 E McBee Ave Suite C, Greenville, SC 29601-4906
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#9. The Lost Cajun- Greenville
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (612 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3612 Pelham Rd Ste A, Greenville, SC 29615-7413
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#8. Ruth's Chris Steak House
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (449 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 851-A Congaree Rd Crowne Plaza Hotel, Greenville, SC 29607
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#7. Ruth's Chris Steak House
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (486 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 250 Riverplace, Suite 200 Embassy Suites Hotel, Greenville, SC 29601
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#6. The Lost Cajun- Greenville Downtown
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#5. Saffron Indian Cuisine
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (462 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Indian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1178 Woodruff Rd WoodRuff Gallery, Suite 16, Greenville, SC 29607-4130
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#4. Sassafras Southern Bistro
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (388 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 103 N Main St #107, Greenville, SC 29601
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#3. Smoky Dreams Barbecue and Catering
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (439 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Fast Food
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2131 Woodruff Rd, Greenville, SC 29607-5950
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#2. Luna Rosa Gelato Cafe and Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (643 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 123 S Main St Across from the Pointsett Hotel, Greenville, SC 29601-2710
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