The best restaurants in Spartanburg

56 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Sake Sushi And Hibachi

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In the mood for a midweek treat, Spartanburg? Sake Sushi and Hibachi turns dinner into a show with sizzling hibachi, sashimi, and favorite…

1524 E Main St · ✓ checked Jul 30

“In the mood for a midweek treat, Spartanburg? Sake Sushi and Hibachi turns dinner into a show with sizzling hibachi, sashimi, and favorite specialty rolls like the Godzilla roll, plus bento boxes and a shareable Tokyo Party Boat when you're feeling generous with your chopsticks.”

From the Spartanburg newsletter, August 3, 2026

Rigsby's Smoked Burgers, Wings & Grill

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Rigsby's Smoked Burgers, Wings & Grill is bringing fiery vibes to weeknights with chef-crafted smoked burgers that actually taste like…

176 N Liberty St · ✓ checked Jul 31

“Rigsby's Smoked Burgers, Wings & Grill is bringing fiery vibes to weeknights with chef-crafted smoked burgers that actually taste like smoke, smoked wings, brick oven pizzas, and milkshakes. Grab a friend and make it your go-to this week, then keep them in mind when you need easy, crowd-pleasing catering.”

Konnichiwa

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Craving something beyond grocery-store California rolls this week? Konnichiwa is plating creative sushi like the Black Panther Roll,…

198 W Main St · ✓ checked Jul 31

“Craving something beyond grocery-store California rolls this week? Konnichiwa is plating creative sushi like the Black Panther Roll, comforting tonkotsu ramen, and sizzling hibachi bowls, all from a family-owned crew that keeps it fresh and unfussy... your midweek dinner just found a happy place in Spartanburg.”

From the Spartanburg newsletter, August 7, 2026

Sheltons Smoking Butts BBQ

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Rustic BBQ joint and burger spot showcasing brisket, wings and pulled pork.

155 Lake Pl (Greer)

“Rustic BBQ joint and burger spot showcasing brisket, wings and pulled pork.”

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McCoy's BBQ

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Casual eatery and food truck dishing up hickory-smoked barbecue including brisket, ribs and pork.

125 Spartanburg Hwy (Lyman)

“Casual eatery and food truck dishing up hickory-smoked barbecue including brisket, ribs and pork.”

Tuk Tuk Thai and Vietnamese Kitchen

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Relaxed restaurant presenting authentic Thai and Vietnamese specialties, such as curries and pho.

5010 Old Spartanburg Rd (Taylors)

“Relaxed restaurant presenting authentic Thai and Vietnamese specialties, such as curries and pho.”

SBH BBQ

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Cozy eatery offering pulled pork, brisket, ribs, and hot links, plus housemade sauces.

5021 Pelham Rd (Greenville)

“Cozy eatery offering pulled pork, brisket, ribs, and hot links, plus housemade sauces.”

Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine

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Restaurant serving a traditional Thai menu in a warmly decorated space with ornate wood accents.

8590 Pelham Rd #15 (Greenville)

“Restaurant serving a traditional Thai menu in a warmly decorated space with ornate wood accents.”

Thai Vegan Restaurant

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Casual eatery offering a range of vegan dishes inspired by Thai cuisine.

107 Middleton Way (Greer)

“Casual eatery offering a range of vegan dishes inspired by Thai cuisine.”

Bullwinkle's Tavern

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Family-friendly restaurant with an American menu, full bar, live music, and outdoor space with games.

2613 Woodruff Rd Unit 102 (Simpsonville)

“Family-friendly restaurant with an American menu, full bar, live music, and outdoor space with games.”

Mon Amie Morning Cafe

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Casual, vibrant daytime cafe offering crepes, quiche, burgers & elevated egg dishes.

2601 E Main St #21

“Casual, vibrant daytime cafe offering crepes, quiche, burgers & elevated egg dishes.”

Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings

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Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.

1696 Asheville Hwy

“Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.”

FUJI Hillcrest

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Relaxed Japanese spot dishing up sizable portions of hibachi fare for lunch and dinner.

2305, 1930 E Main St A

“Relaxed Japanese spot dishing up sizable portions of hibachi fare for lunch and dinner.”

Tnt Hot Wings

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Chill eatery whipping up a menu of Southern-style chicken wings and burgers, along with ribs, desserts and fried bites.

731 S Church St

“Chill eatery whipping up a menu of Southern-style chicken wings and burgers, along with ribs, desserts and fried bites.”

Apollo's House of Pizza

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Pizza, pasta, wings & other favorites are turned out in a simple cafe setting with beer & wine.

8151 Warren H Abernathy Hwy

“Pizza, pasta, wings & other favorites are turned out in a simple cafe setting with beer & wine.”

Pi-Squared Pizza

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Casual, counter-served place specializing in Detroit-style pies, wings and subs.

1802 Drayton Rd

“Casual, counter-served place specializing in Detroit-style pies, wings and subs.”

Dray Bar and Grill

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Casual eatery in Drayton Mills Marketplace serving comfort food including chicken-fried steak and crab cakes plus live music.

1800 Drayton Rd Ste 301 (Drayton)

“Casual eatery in Drayton Mills Marketplace serving comfort food including chicken-fried steak and crab cakes plus live music.”

Smalls Sliders

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Casual counter-serve burger joint with outdoor seating serving slider combos and waffle fries.

1450 W O. Ezell Blvd

“Casual counter-serve burger joint with outdoor seating serving slider combos and waffle fries.”

Pho Luck! Restaurant

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Relaxed Vietnamese eatery with specialties that include pho and boba.

311 Spartanburg Hwy Ste a (Wellford)

“Relaxed Vietnamese eatery with specialties that include pho and boba.”

Eggs Up Grill

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Relaxed chain serving a menu of breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a colorful setting.

551 E Main St Ste D-8

“Relaxed chain serving a menu of breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a colorful setting.”

The Hub Taproom

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Casual, new venue with 30 beer taps, along with shuffleboard, darts and a cozy bar.

578 N Church St Ste B

“Casual, new venue with 30 beer taps, along with shuffleboard, darts and a cozy bar.”

Flock Shop

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Relaxed, family-friendly chicken restaurant serving sandwiches, salads and biscuits, plus burgers, beer and cocktails.

970 S Pine St

“Relaxed, family-friendly chicken restaurant serving sandwiches, salads and biscuits, plus burgers, beer and cocktails.”

Moe's Original BBQ

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Easygoing chain serving Alabama-style pulled pork & other meats smoked in-house.

578 N Church St

“Easygoing chain serving Alabama-style pulled pork & other meats smoked in-house.”

Monsoon Noodle House

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Casual eatery with booths & a communal table serving Pan-Asian noodle dishes & bubble tea.

129 W Main St

“Casual eatery with booths & a communal table serving Pan-Asian noodle dishes & bubble tea.”

The Kennedy

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Modern bistro highlighting New American & Southern-inspired fare with contemporary interiors.

221 E Kennedy St

“Modern bistro highlighting New American & Southern-inspired fare with contemporary interiors.”

Whataburger

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Circa-1950 fast-food chain for counter-serve burgers, some stacked with multiple patties.

1941 E Main St

“Circa-1950 fast-food chain for counter-serve burgers, some stacked with multiple patties.”

Whataburger

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Circa-1950 fast-food chain for counter-serve burgers, some stacked with multiple patties.

1510 W O. Ezell Blvd

“Circa-1950 fast-food chain for counter-serve burgers, some stacked with multiple patties.”

Aspen Street Sweets Food truck LLC

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Mobile dessert vendor doling out funnel cakes (some Cinnabon flavored), as well as fried treats, ice cream and shaved ice.

200 Spartanburg Hwy (Lyman)

“Mobile dessert vendor doling out funnel cakes (some Cinnabon flavored), as well as fried treats, ice cream and shaved ice.”

Nu-Way Lounge & Restaurant

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Vintage hangout since 1938 with traditional American comfort food & a full bar in retro digs.

373 E Kennedy St

“Vintage hangout since 1938 with traditional American comfort food & a full bar in retro digs.”

Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q

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Laid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.

106 E Blackstock Rd

“Laid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.”

Fratello's | Italian

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Pizzas, pastas & other Italian favorites, plus wine & imported beer, served in casual surrounds.

1047 Fernwood Glendale Rd

“Pizzas, pastas & other Italian favorites, plus wine & imported beer, served in casual surrounds.”

Chef Ae's

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Casual eatery featuring an adventurous menu of sandwiches, Thai dishes, burgers from around the world, and more.

288 Magnolia St

“Casual eatery featuring an adventurous menu of sandwiches, Thai dishes, burgers from around the world, and more.”

Wayback Burgers

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Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

1735 John B White Sr Blvd

“Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.”

Pizza Inn

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Pizzeria & buffet chain offering several crust options, plus pastas & more.

2225 E Main St

“Pizzeria & buffet chain offering several crust options, plus pastas & more.”

Carolina Barbecue

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Hickory-smoked ribs headline the menu at this down-home BBQ spot that offers dine-in or takeout.

7119-A, 7119 Lone Oak Rd

“Hickory-smoked ribs headline the menu at this down-home BBQ spot that offers dine-in or takeout.”

Sophia's

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Snug haunt with an outdoor wall mural serving classic Italian plates in a minimalist dining room.

155 W Main St

“Snug haunt with an outdoor wall mural serving classic Italian plates in a minimalist dining room.”

The Crêpe Factory (more than crepes!)

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Creperie & coffee house offering sweet & savory crepes in a relaxed, European-style space.

12 S Main St (Inman)

“Creperie & coffee house offering sweet & savory crepes in a relaxed, European-style space.”

Chophouse '47

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A high-end steakhouse menu served in handsome quarters with a post-war 1940s vibe.

36 Beacon Dr (Greenville)

“A high-end steakhouse menu served in handsome quarters with a post-war 1940s vibe.”

Bubbas BBQ Bash

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Popular BBQ joint serving smoked meat, sandwiches & comfort sides on paper plates in a snug setup.

827 W Blackstock Rd (Arcadia)

“Popular BBQ joint serving smoked meat, sandwiches & comfort sides on paper plates in a snug setup.”

The Beacon Drive-in

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Storied institution serving American diner classics & ice cream to patrons parked in their cars.

255 John B White Sr Blvd #6047

“Storied institution serving American diner classics & ice cream to patrons parked in their cars.”

Little Pigs BBQ

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Casual BBQ eatery (brisket, ribs, chicken tenders) serving salads, sandwiches and other smoked meats, along with hush puppies.

840 S Pine St

“Casual BBQ eatery (brisket, ribs, chicken tenders) serving salads, sandwiches and other smoked meats, along with hush puppies.”

The Flying Biscuit Cafe

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Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.

121 W Main St

“Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.”

US Wings & Deli - Spartanburg

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Casual fast-food deli chain serving sandwiches, cheesesteaks, wings, and other American eats.

2125 E Main St Unit 300

“Casual fast-food deli chain serving sandwiches, cheesesteaks, wings, and other American eats.”

Wade's Restaurant

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Bustling, old-school fixture with an ever-changing menu of classic Southern comfort food.

1000 N Pine St

“Bustling, old-school fixture with an ever-changing menu of classic Southern comfort food.”

La Taverna

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Chef-owned outpost serving pasta, NY-style pizza & other classic Italian fare in a relaxed setting.

2401 Reidville Rd #10

“Chef-owned outpost serving pasta, NY-style pizza & other classic Italian fare in a relaxed setting.”

Taste of Nagoya

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Casual, restaurant offering all-you-can-eat sushi and steaks, plus fried rice, soups and ramen.

3597 Boiling Springs Rd (Boiling Springs)

“Casual, restaurant offering all-you-can-eat sushi and steaks, plus fried rice, soups and ramen.”

Zen Ramen & Sushi Burrito

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Fusion spot specializing in handheld sushi burritos, plus ramen and other Asian bites.

876 E Main St

“Fusion spot specializing in handheld sushi burritos, plus ramen and other Asian bites.”

Buffalo Wild Wings

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

1494 W O. Ezell Blvd

“Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.”

Skillet Restaurant

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Generous, Southern-style breakfast & lunch dishes are the draw at this stalwart, cheerful eatery.

435 E Main St #1

“Generous, Southern-style breakfast & lunch dishes are the draw at this stalwart, cheerful eatery.”

Shane's Rib Shack

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Fast-casual BBQ restaurant for ribs, hand-chopped pork, chicken & classic Southern sides, founded in Georgia in 2002.

1735 John B White Sr Blvd

“Fast-casual BBQ restaurant for ribs, hand-chopped pork, chicken & classic Southern sides, founded in Georgia in 2002.”

Miyako Sushi Group

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Comfy Japanese eatery offering a sizable selection of traditional dishes & specialty rolls.

118 Magnolia St

“Comfy Japanese eatery offering a sizable selection of traditional dishes & specialty rolls.”

Islas on the Square

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Casual restaurant that serves seafood dishes such as oysters and cod alongside craft cocktails.

113 N Church St

“Casual restaurant that serves seafood dishes such as oysters and cod alongside craft cocktails.”

Rosa's BBQ

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Charcoal-grilled Latin American comfort food including pork ribs, short ribs, and yuca fries served in a comfy setting.

2432 Reidville Rd

“Charcoal-grilled Latin American comfort food including pork ribs, short ribs, and yuca fries served in a comfy setting.”

FUJI Westgate

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Unfussy kitchen serving sushi & Japanese eats such as tempura & yakisoba in a spacious locale.

215 Westgate Mall Dr

“Unfussy kitchen serving sushi & Japanese eats such as tempura & yakisoba in a spacious locale.”

KPOP B.W.F.

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Casual joint specializing in dishes made with chicken wings, including lemon pepper.

113 E Blackstock Rd

“Casual joint specializing in dishes made with chicken wings, including lemon pepper.”

Venus Pie Pizzeria

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Unpretentious option for huge slices & Italian standards like calzones & subs in a spartan setup.

400 E Main St

“Unpretentious option for huge slices & Italian standards like calzones & subs in a spartan setup.”

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