Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in South Carolina

OpenTable

Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in South Carolina? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

SeaBlue Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (2398)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

North Myrtle Beach

About the restaurant

SeaBlue Restaurant and Wine Bar is the finest restaurant on the Grand Strand, featuring Contemporary American cuisine rooted in classic French cooking technique. We aspire to be among the best restaurants in the country, using locally sourced ingredients and displaying five-star service to all our guests. We are proud of our many awards, #1 Restaurant in the Country in 2014 by OpenTable and Best of Award of Excellence 2012-2024 by Wine Spectator, just to name a few.

As owners, Kenneth Norcutt and Tracy Smith are involved in every aspect of the restaurant. Our travels, extensive background, and passion for food and wine enable us to share our experiences with you in our small community of North Myrtle Beach, SC. We are a small family dedicated to an intimate culinary adventure, a playground for lovers of wine and fine cuisine.
We invite you to Drink, Dine & Discover.

Top review

Paul

Dined 5 days ago

We choose the Prix Fixe menu and we’re surprised at the quality of the offerings. The filet was excellent and the Pork Chop was over the top in portion and preparation. An excellent meal start to finish!

The Retreat at Ridgeway: Lake Wateree Dining

4.9

4.9 (128)

$30 and under

Regional American (Southern)

Colonel Creek Landing

About the restaurant

The Retreat located on Lake Wateree in Ridgeway, South Carolina is inspired by celebrating family and the community. This scratch kitchen showcases locally sourced, seasonal ingredients in their cozy lake front restaurant. Chef Blake Hartwick's approach and belief in representing local farmers drives the refined southern cuisine served at The Retreat. The southern charm extends through the whole restaurant as Heather's dedication to exceptional experience will provide you with a warm welcome in an elegant, yet relaxed atmosphere paired with attentive service. Menu items that have remained on the menu since day one, Hickory Smoked Pork Chop, the Retreat Burger, and Buffalo Cauliflower.

Top review

BesteatsVIP

Dined 3 days ago

The best! Foodies will love this restaurant, with views of beautiful Lake Wateree. Worth the drive if you aren’t local.

Discover more

Experience

SC Restaurant Week 3 courses for $35

Spaghetti Westurn

4.8

4.8 (291)

$30 and under

Italian

Taylors

About the restaurant

Spaghetti Westurn is a classic semolina saloon that provides a playful and peculiar twist on homemade pasta. We like to eat. We like to drink. We like sharing what we eat and drink with our friends and loved ones.

Spaghetti Westurn was founded in 2021 in the city of Greenville, S.C.. The concept is the brainchild of Chef and Owner Jason Saunders, formerly of Jianna in Greenville and Wicked Weed Brewing and Table in Asheville, to name a few of the spots where he made his mark. Chef Saunders decided to open his own concept in 2020.

Spaghetti Westurn was conceived of as an eatery and oasis that prizes the beauty of quality, culinary simplicity and generous depths of service in an environment that is comfortable and welcoming for guests and employees alike. We pride ourselves on providing a great place for people to eat and a great place for people to work.

Top review

laurie

Dined 6 days ago

Food always delicious! Service and visit from chef was great!

Discover more

4.9

4.9 (595)

$50 and over

Italian

Greenville

About the restaurant

Fine Northern Italian dining with an experienced NYC Chef

Top review

RobertVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Table ready. Promptly seated; drinks quickly delivered. Easy pace for dinner; outstanding food, attentive personable unobtrusive service. Pleasant for an excellent meal with friends and quiet conversation

Discover more

Popular dish

Linguine with shrimp

Alfred's Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2230)

$31 to $50

European

Hilton Head

About the restaurant

For an unforgettable evening on Hilton Head Island, head to Alfred's Restaurant for German and European cuisine by chef Heath Prosser and his team. Care has been taken to bring a wide wine selection from around the world-France, Italy, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, California, and of course Germany to pair with the menu. Nothing is overlooked to ensure the globally-inspired dishes at Alfred's Restaurant go beyond expectations. Along with many entrées from the land & sea, we also offer German selections, including sauerbraten, jaegerschnitzel, roasted duckling and the popular German mix platter. With indoor dining as well as our new covered and heated outdoor courtyard, you are sure to find the right seat in the house. Reservations highly recommended. Due to increased no show and last minute cancellation activity, you may be asked to provide a credit card when making your reservation. Charges will only be processed for no shows and last minute cancellations that cannot be re booked.

Top review

tod

Dined on Dec 23, 2024

Not only is the German food unusual fare, but it's authentically and exquisitely prepared and presented. The service is equally outstanding, making this a special event-worthy experience.

Discover more

Popular dish

Halibut Provencale

Popular dish

Potato Crusted Halibut

Popular dish

Sautéed Shrimp

Jackrabbit Filly

4.9

4.9 (50)

$30 and under

Chinese

North Charleston

About the restaurant

Jackrabbit Filly proudly serves award-winning, heritage driven New Chinese American cuisine in the heart of Park Circle, North Charleston. Our ingredients support local farmers and fishermen. Our wines are all-natural and support women producers. And our cocktail list supports a good time. We can't wait to have you in!

Top review

Michael

Dined 4 days ago

A very warm and friendly new home for JRF. Very comfortable location. Many new menu items and great food!

Olive & Fig Mediterranean Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (407)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Hilton Head

About the restaurant

It was Chef Munjid and his wife Tammy’s dream to one day be able to open their own Mediterranean restaurant and share his cuisine with the world. That dream is now a reality with Olive and Fig Mediterranean Kitchen. Together they take great pride in making each plate transport you to the Greek Isles or the banks of the Mediterranean Sea where some of the finest cuisine is served. We are excited to bring you some flavors from the Mediterranean and we hope you enjoy!

As we are in our peak season we are requesting that you have patience as our cuisine is made to order. You will find no precooked items and we do not use microwaves or steam tables to heat or store food. In addition, no frozen items except those that should be such as French fries or ice cream desserts.

We take pride in our quality and request if have any concerns or not satisfied please ask to speak with Tammy the owner.

Thank you for choosing us as part of your dining experience. We look forward to serving you!

Top review

AmyVIP

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Wonderful and delicious! We’ll be back! Thank you for a warm and cozy Christmas Eve experience.

Pomodori - Hilton Head

4.9

4.9 (1856)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hilton Head

About the restaurant

Due to the intimacy of our Restaurant and to guarantee your dining experience reservations are almost always required all year long.

Please be mindful when booking reservations. If you select "OUTDOOR SEATING" you WILL be dining on our screened in patio. If you select "STANDARD SEATING" you will be at a table inside in one of our dining rooms. Same day changes may not be possible. Requests for bar seating can only be made by calling the restaurant - not through reserving times on Open Table. For same day reservations please call the restaurant after 3:00 for the most up to date availability!

Our Food is Fresh, Our Wines are Old, Our Recipes are Timeless, Our Family is Yours.

Grazie,
Amanda

Top review

Sandy

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent restaurant , great food and service. Will definitely return!

Chayz Lounge

4.9

4.9 (11)

$30 and under

American

Columbia

About the restaurant

Chayz Lounge, nestled in West Columbia's River District, blends smooth jazz, soul, and elevated dining in an intimate, elegant setting. Renowned for showcasing top contemporary jazz and R&B acts, the venue features music legends and acclaimed artists, creating an unforgettable experience.

An evening at Chayz Lounge is a retreat to sophistication, with live music, gourmet cuisine, artisanal cocktails, fine wines, and Signature Small Plates. The warm, upscale ambiance invites you to unwind and savor every moment.

Our refined atmosphere, coupled with a commitment to elegance and comfort, encourages guests to dress with sophistication, enhancing the unique Chayz Lounge experience. Discover your oasis of calm, feel-good vibes, and exceptional entertainment.

Top review

Candace

Dined on Jan 5, 2025

A wonderful experience was had!!! The food was excellent, I had Crab cakes and the French toast brunch, hold the bacon and add the potatoes. I tasted the Salon and grits, it's was Amazing. Everyone in my party truly loved Chayz Lounge and enjoyed themselves. We can't wait to make Our next reservations.

Discover more

Experience

Sip. Savor. Smooth Jazz

Experience

Sunday Jazz Brunch

Maison

4.9

4.9 (1717)

$31 to $50

French

Downtown Charleston

About the restaurant

Maison is a French Bistro located in downtown Charleston, SC. Our concept is food forward with bright, balanced beverages to compliment. Maison's cuisine is inspired by classic French fare recreated with a breath of modernity and local influence. Tradition meets au courant innovation. The space is intimate and paralleled with energy.

Top review

Nick & TraceyVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We had a wonderful evening at Maison! We had a very hard time deciding what to chose for appetizers and entrees! With some guidance by Nate, we made some great choices and enjoyed our meals immensely! My husband LOVES Foie Gras paired with a good Sauterne and went with the appetizer. He wished he got more on his plate though, it was that GOOD! Nate gave us plenty of time to savor every morsel but attentive! Reminds us of wonderful times in Paris with the decor and gentle music playing.

Discover more

Experience

Happy Hour at Maison

Explore Diners' Choice best of South Carolina

Explore more Diners' Choice lists