The best restaurants in Anderson
52 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Patrón Tacos & Beer
RestaurantsFresh Mexican restaurant offering tortillas, fajitas and street tacos, as well as a salsa bar.
Patrón Tacos & Beer
RestaurantsThe Smokin' Pig of Pendleton
RestaurantsA mini-chain featuring a menu of barbecued ribs, brisket & pork platters in a shacklike atmosphere.
The Smokin' Pig of Pendleton
RestaurantsThe Mexican at Central Gastro
RestaurantsCasual restaurant dishing up traditional Mexican fare including tacos and tamales, plus cocktails.
The Mexican at Central Gastro
RestaurantsTexas Roadhouse
RestaurantsLively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.
Texas Roadhouse
RestaurantsThe Smokin' Pig of Easley
RestaurantsSmoked meats, pork skins, and other barbecue basics are the draw at this casual eatery with a drive-thru.
The Smokin' Pig of Easley
RestaurantsRolling Chefs
RestaurantsTacos, steak, and other New Wave American fusion fare served in an informal setting.
Rolling Chefs
RestaurantsModern restaurant offering a blend of Thai and Japanese fare such as signature ramen and sushi.
Saluda River Grill
RestaurantsAmerican-style dishes including prime rib are served in a historic building overlooking the Saluda River.
Saluda River Grill
RestaurantsBellacino's Pizza & Grinders
RestaurantsKid-friendly chain known for its pizzas & oversized sandwiches served in modest surroundings.
Bellacino's Pizza & Grinders
RestaurantsHunt Brothers Pizza
RestaurantsConvenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.
Hunt Brothers Pizza
Restaurants329 Bar and Grill
RestaurantsSteak, trout, and other American fare feature on the menu at this comfortable restaurant with a bar.
329 Bar and Grill
RestaurantsHuddle House
RestaurantsDiner chain serving Southern comfort food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a relaxed setting.
Huddle House
RestaurantsDown-to-earth diner churning out burgers, hot dogs and seafood dishes, plus chicken plates, sides and desserts.
Mellow Mushroom Clemson
RestaurantsFunky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
Mellow Mushroom Clemson
RestaurantsPho and More
RestaurantsCasual, family-owned eatery for bowls of Vietnamese staples, such as pho and banh mi.
Pho and More
RestaurantsHuddle
RestaurantsFast food joint offering burgers and breakfast favorites in a casual atmosphere.
Huddle
RestaurantsPizza And Then Some
RestaurantsCasual restaurant serving pizza and other comfort eats, plus milkshakes and a drive-thru.
Pizza And Then Some
RestaurantsThe Galley Restaurant
RestaurantsUpscale American restaurant on the marina featuring seafood, steaks, pasta, plus patio seating.
The Galley Restaurant
RestaurantsFuddruckers
RestaurantsFamily-friendly chain for burgers on housemade sesame seed buns, plus salads & shakes.
Fuddruckers
RestaurantsErica Wood Fire Bistro & Raw Bar
RestaurantsLaid-back bistro serving sushi, wood-fired pizza, and other comfort food in an inviting space.
Erica Wood Fire Bistro & Raw Bar
RestaurantsCancun Mexican Restaurant and Grill
RestaurantsTacos, burritos, and other familiar Mexican dishes feature at this casual restaurant with a bar.
Cancun Mexican Restaurant and Grill
RestaurantsThai Lotus Anderson
RestaurantsRelaxed Thai spot (plus take-out) featuring a wide-ranging menu.
Thai Lotus Anderson
RestaurantsHunt Brothers Pizza
RestaurantsConvenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.
Hunt Brothers Pizza
RestaurantsBake & Cook Thai Restaurant
RestaurantsDown-to-earth option with banquette seating for spicy curries, noodles & other familiar Thai fare.
Bake & Cook Thai Restaurant
RestaurantsNickHenry's Restaurant
RestaurantsCasual eatery with a kids' menu offering chicken fingers, Philly steak sandwiches, and tuna melts.
NickHenry's Restaurant
Restaurants1826 Bistro
RestaurantsPart of historic Farmers' Hall, this inviting bistro serves American fare such as steaks & seafood.
1826 Bistro
RestaurantsBangkok Street Foods
RestaurantsSmall restaurant featuring Thai staples such as pad thai and fried rice, plus street food items.
Bangkok Street Foods
RestaurantsThe Melt Pizzeria
RestaurantsRelaxed pizzeria featuring fresh ingredients, thin-crust pies, calzones and salads.
The Melt Pizzeria
RestaurantsCracker Barrel Old Country Store
RestaurantsHomey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
RestaurantsHunt Brothers Pizza
RestaurantsConvenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.
Hunt Brothers Pizza
RestaurantsFoobar'd Bar and Grille
RestaurantsBurgers and hot dogs served at this eatery with a lakeside theme and a deck.
Foobar'd Bar and Grille
RestaurantsHardee's
RestaurantsFast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.
Hardee's
RestaurantsCarson's Steak Warehouse
RestaurantsCasual restaurant for steak and ribs, plus other comfort staples.
Carson's Steak Warehouse
RestaurantsHunt Brothers Pizza
RestaurantsConvenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.
Hunt Brothers Pizza
RestaurantsKobe hibachi steak house
RestaurantsCasual Japanese eatery fixing up sushi, teriyaki chicken, and hibachi steak.
Kobe hibachi steak house
RestaurantsThe Pompous Pig
RestaurantsEasygoing strip-mall spot serving BBQ eats such as ribs, brisket & pulled pork, plus classic sides.
The Pompous Pig
RestaurantsSullivan's Metropolitan Grill
RestaurantsFine dining with a Southern accent in a refined space that once held a 19th-century hardware store.
Sullivan's Metropolitan Grill
Restaurants2 Bros Pizza
RestaurantsCasual eatery dishing up a wide variety of pizzas (slices available), as well as wings and fried sides.
2 Bros Pizza
RestaurantsPapas & Beer Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsRelaxed, chain-eatery for Mexican dishes like burritos, fajitas and tacos, plus beer, margaritas and cocktails.
Papas & Beer Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsMerrell's Pizza of Easley
RestaurantsLocal-ingredient pizzas, subs, and wings served in a family-friendly dining room that has a bar.
Merrell's Pizza of Easley
RestaurantsMill Town Place
RestaurantsLocal specialty, featuring comfort foods, burgers, seafood and breakfast dishes.
Mill Town Place
RestaurantsPizza And Then Some
RestaurantsBesides pizza, this casual spot serves up calzones, subs, and other familiar Italian dishes.
Pizza And Then Some
RestaurantsPizza House of Powdersville
RestaurantsGreek and Italian cuisine, including gyros and pizza options, plus wings.
Pizza House of Powdersville
RestaurantsLittle Pigs BBQ of Anderson
RestaurantsCasual eatery dishing up barbecue ribs, pork, chicken and other classics, along with breakfast fare.
Little Pigs BBQ of Anderson
RestaurantsGuys Pizza 24
RestaurantsPizza restaurant offering a range of pies, plus subs, wings, and salads in a casual setting.
Guys Pizza 24
RestaurantsThe Pint Station Restaurant & tap room
RestaurantsFamily-owned eatery specializing in craft beer and wine and hosting occasional live music.
The Pint Station Restaurant & tap room
RestaurantsEl Manzanillo Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsCasual spot for standard Mexican dishes like tacos and burritos alongside tequila cocktails.
El Manzanillo Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsMr. Cactus Mexican Kitchen
RestaurantsMexican menu items such as tacos and fajitas are served at this casual joint with a full bar.
Mr. Cactus Mexican Kitchen
RestaurantsCasual spot for burgers, steaks and fries served by friendly staff.
Alebrijes
RestaurantsRelaxed eatery doling out familiar Mexican plates, including fajitas, margaritas, and chips.
Alebrijes
RestaurantsBlazers Hot Wings Of Hartwell
RestaurantsCasual bar and grill featuring an array of chicken wing flavors, plus burgers, and fries.
Blazers Hot Wings Of Hartwell
RestaurantsGolden Corral Buffet & Grill
RestaurantsFamily-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
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