The best restaurants in Aiken
44 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
Browse another shelf: all of Aiken’s best · Entertainment · Arts & Culture · Nightlife · Beauty · Shopping · Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage · Bakeries & Sweets · Pets · Hobbies, Books, & Crafts · Home & Garden
Pinned in Aiken today
This spot is open today.
Two pinned places a day in Aiken — $10 here, $25 adds the newsletter. List your business →Paid placements are always marked.
Tokyo Grill(Aiken)
RestaurantsCraving something light, crunchy, or fully loaded? Tokyo Grill(Aiken) does fresh specialty rolls with bold sauces, hot hibachi favorites,…
Tokyo Grill(Aiken)
RestaurantsThe Legends Grille
RestaurantsThe Legends Grille keeps it relaxed for Aiken folks, whether you’re sliding in after a round for a cold beer and a snack or meeting friends…
The Legends Grille
RestaurantsSoul & Seafood House
RestaurantsCraving a low-effort dinner this week that still tastes like Sunday at grandma’s? Soul & Seafood House does shrimp, soups, stacked…
Soul & Seafood House
RestaurantsFive Guys
RestaurantsFast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
Five Guys
RestaurantsFarmhaus Burger
RestaurantsContemporary, locally sourced eatery turning out gourmet burgers, hot dogs & spiked milkshakes.
Farmhaus Burger
RestaurantsSouthbound Smokehouse- Aiken
RestaurantsCasual barbecue joint doling out comfort food and small plates, plus beer and wine.
Southbound Smokehouse- Aiken
RestaurantsGrumpy's Sports Pub
RestaurantsLaid-back sports bar offering burgers and wings, plus a lengthy beer list.
Grumpy's Sports Pub
RestaurantsWhiskey Alley
RestaurantsSmall, warm eatery offering small plates, salads & burgers alongside whiskey drinks & local beers.
Whiskey Alley
RestaurantsToaste
RestaurantsCasual brunch spot serving staples like eggs and lamb chops, plus mimosas.
Toaste
RestaurantsMellow Mushroom Aiken
RestaurantsFunky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
Mellow Mushroom Aiken
RestaurantsNew Moon Cafe
RestaurantsUpbeat cafe offering freshly roasted coffee beans & a menu of housemade pastries, soups & entrees.
New Moon Cafe
RestaurantsWhat's Cookin' Downtown - Aiken, SC
RestaurantsLong-running daytime eatery serving salads, sandwiches & burgers, plus brunch & breakfast.
What's Cookin' Downtown - Aiken, SC
RestaurantsMetro Diner
RestaurantsLocal diner chain serving classic American breakfast & lunch fare in a warm atmosphere.
Metro Diner
RestaurantsWingPlace Aiken
RestaurantsFamily-friendly sports bar offering wings (boneless, chicken or crispy), burgers and salads, plus beer, wine and cocktails. Friendly…
WingPlace Aiken
RestaurantsRack and Grill III
RestaurantsLarge pool hall with a bar, restaurant, darts, mini-golf, and various tournaments.
Rack and Grill III
RestaurantsFerrandos - Whiskey
RestaurantsRelaxed eatery and take-out spot serving pies with diverse toppings, plus spaghetti and lasagna.
Ferrandos - Whiskey
Restaurants5th & Fire
RestaurantsTrendy, roomy eatery serving smoked meats like brisket and pork as well as fried ribs.
5th & Fire
RestaurantsThe Feed Sack - Aiken, SC
RestaurantsCozy, casual restaurant serving burger, steaks and other standard dishes alongside cocktails.
The Feed Sack - Aiken, SC
RestaurantsPapa Johns Pizza
RestaurantsPizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.
Papa Johns Pizza
RestaurantsTakosushi
RestaurantsCasual joint with an eclectic menu including Mexican, Southwestern, Asian & sushi, in vibrant digs.
Takosushi
RestaurantsThe Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery
RestaurantsSouthern specialties, sandwiches, soup & wine served in a former cotton warehouse.
The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery
RestaurantsEdgar's Above Broad
RestaurantsRooftop spot for small plates and cocktails, plus live music, games, and city views.
Edgar's Above Broad
RestaurantsFrog Hollow Tavern
RestaurantsA seasonally-driven menu of New American fare (and 100+ wines) are served in this modern space.
Frog Hollow Tavern
RestaurantsDukes Bar-B-Que Aiken
RestaurantsCasual buffet operation specializing in fried chicken and a full spread of Southern sides.
Dukes Bar-B-Que Aiken
RestaurantsMellow Mushroom Augusta
RestaurantsFunky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
Mellow Mushroom Augusta
RestaurantsNeon Fig
RestaurantsRestaurant that serves creatively plated dishes, from brunch through dinner.
Neon Fig
RestaurantsEastern Buffet
RestaurantsLarge, casual buffet offering all-you-can-eat fried chicken, steak and sushi.
Eastern Buffet
RestaurantsThe Wildemount
RestaurantsCozy, relaxed, upscale, family-owned eatery featuring steaks, seafood dishes and other traditional fare, plus wine and cocktails.
The Wildemount
RestaurantsManuel's Bread Cafe - North Augusta, SC
RestaurantsA quaint space for Southern twists on French fare & breads, with ingredients from Manuel's own farm.
Manuel's Bread Cafe - North Augusta, SC
RestaurantsOkinawa Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bowl
RestaurantsJapanese eatery offering teriyaki chicken, tempura, and other familiar favorites in casual surroundings.
Okinawa Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bowl
RestaurantsLittle Howie's of Aiken
RestaurantsHole-in-the-wall featuring fried chicken (dark meat), gizzards, hamburgers and sides.
Little Howie's of Aiken
RestaurantsSukiya Japanese Steak House
RestaurantsJapanese, including hibachi courses, plus sushi and sashimi, served in a relaxed setting.
Sukiya Japanese Steak House
RestaurantsMi Rancho 124 Dominion Dr
RestaurantsRelaxed, kid-friendly and cozy Mexican venue serving fajitas, tacos, enchiladas, burritos and other familiar dishes.
Mi Rancho 124 Dominion Dr
RestaurantsWhiskey Bar Kitchen
RestaurantsRustic haunt with burgers & other American & Japanese pub grub, plus an extensive whiskey selection.
Whiskey Bar Kitchen
RestaurantsPark Avenue Oyster Bar & Grill
RestaurantsCasual seafood restaurant featuring oysters and other entrees and cocktails.
Park Avenue Oyster Bar & Grill
RestaurantsNew Moon Cafe
RestaurantsUpbeat cafe offering freshly roasted coffee beans & a menu of housemade pastries, soups & entrees.
New Moon Cafe
RestaurantsLa Parisienne French restaurant and bakery
RestaurantsCoffee, waffles and sandwiches at a French-inspired cafe alongside croissants and pastries.
La Parisienne French restaurant and bakery
RestaurantsApizza di Napoli®️
RestaurantsFamily-owned pizzeria specializing in Neapolitan-style pies, plus salads and gelato.
Apizza di Napoli®️
RestaurantsAnShu Asian Cafe
RestaurantsAsian fusion restaurant offering a mix of Chinese standards and cocktails in casual surroundings.
AnShu Asian Cafe
RestaurantsThe TREEHOUSE
RestaurantsVegetarian cafe serving burgers, smoothies and art exhibits.
The TREEHOUSE
RestaurantsMacK’s
RestaurantsCasual eatery serving grilled sandwiches, including a popular Philly cheesesteak, and waffle fries.
MacK’s
RestaurantsBrinkley's Chop House
RestaurantsA refined chophouse featuring premium steaks, chops and seafood alongside an extensive wine list.
Brinkley's Chop House
RestaurantsPizza Hut
RestaurantsPopular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.
Pizza Hut
RestaurantsAugustino's Italian Eatery and Prime Steaks
RestaurantsAugusta Marriott's upscale Italian eatery is known for certified Angus steaks & pasta-bar lunches.
Augustino's Italian Eatery and Prime Steaks
RestaurantsNothing matched that. Know a spot we’re missing? Tell us →
Listed here?
You’ve earned the mark — get the BaseLocal’s Best badge for your site →. Want in? List your business →
New spots land in the newsletter first
Free, every morning — this list is what we've already told Aiken about.
One email a day. Unsubscribe anytime.