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Diners' Choice: American restaurants in South Carolina

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Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in South Carolina? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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4.8

4.8 (15)

$31 to $50

American

Columbia

About the restaurant

Situated in West Columbia's River District, Chayz Lounge blends smooth jazz, soul, and elevated dining in an intimate, elegant setting. Known for showcasing the best in contemporary jazz and rhythm & blues, our venue features music legends alongside acclaimed national and regional artists, offering an unforgettable experience where live music and gourmet cuisine harmonize.

Chayz Lounge is a retreat where enticing aromas, symphonic sounds, and a relaxed atmosphere embrace you. Savor artisanal cocktails, fine wines, and Signature Small Plates in a warm, sophisticated environment designed to help you unwind. With feel-good vibes and refined elegance, it's the perfect escape.

We invite guests to dress with sophistication, enhancing our ambiance and elevating the experience. Chayz Lounge is your oasis of comfort, style, and unforgettable moments.

Top review

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Christopher

Dined 4 days ago

We really enjoyed our brunch at Chayz Lounge. They provided wonderful service and we will visit again for sure.

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Thursday Uncorked: Dine & Unwind

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Sip. Savor. Smooth Jazz

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Sunday Jazz Brunch

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4.9

4.9 (1275)

$31 to $50

American

Pawleys Island

About the restaurant

Bistro 217 offers an eclectic menu that features seafood, steak, pasta and other delicious dishes. Owners Anne Hardee and Adam Kirby who was elected Chef Ambassador of South Carolina have created a culinary haven. Guests can gather indoors or in the newly renovated courtyard where you may enjoy libations and savory cuisine. You can begin your dining experience at Bistro 217 with an appetizer of Asian ribs or petite crab cakes with a lemon aioli. A main course of Herb-encrusted Grouper with a caper brown butter or Grilled Filet Mignon with seared shrimp will please the palate. The lunch menu offers sandwiches and burgers, as well as tasty fish tacos. Don't forget the incredible array of in-house made desserts and icecreams, you won't want to skip! Bistro 217 has reviews in publications like Southern Living and Grand Strand Magazine.

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PAT

Dined 3 days ago

As usual, we had an excellent experience at Bistro 217. The service was excellent and the food outstanding. I would recommend the petite crab cakes and pear salad as appetizers and the pork schnitzel as an entree. The ice cream flight is a good dessert. We will continue to return.

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Frank's Restaurant - Inside Dining

4.9

4.9 (1081)

$31 to $50

American

Pawleys Island

About the restaurant

Frank's Restaurant in Pawleys Island, South Carolina is an Italian-influenced American steakhouse and seafood joint that serves a range of traditional dishes for dinner. Frank's Restaurant has been featured in national press such as Bon Appétit and Southern Living and its kitchen strives to provide tasty dishes made with only the freshest, local and seasonally available ingredients. The atmosphere is elegant and refined and the full bar and extensive wine list complement the meals at Frank's Restaurant.

Start with an appetizer like fried oysters, Caribbean sautéed conch or a low country egg roll. Larger dishes include seafood like pan-seared New Bedford scallops and sautéed veal scallopini.

Top review

B

Beth

Dined 1 day ago

Great food and great service. Our server JR provided great service, and the menu makes you want to come back and try all the things on it.

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Grilled Trio of Lamb Chops

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River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff

4.9

4.9 (410)

$50 and over

American

Bluffton

About the restaurant

River House does have a dressy casual dress code consisting of no shorts, flip flops, baseball hats or tank tops in the dining room for the gentlemen. Comparable attire for the ladies. Children under 16 are exempt. We do offer complimentary pants to guests that may need them.
River House corkage policy is a maximum of 3 bottles per reservation without management consent at $35 per bottle.
River House has a 24-hour cancellation and No-Show Policy consisting of $25 per person plus a 18% SVC Charge.

In the South, there’s an intimate connection between the table and the land. Our fertile soil feeds corn and cattle. The palmettos provide cover for quail and game. And the ocean provides its bounty with the incoming tide. The River House is a culinary celebration of this relationship and our professed love for the land and waters of the Lowcountry.

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MartiVIP

Dined 5 days ago

The service, food, and design were all impeccable. We will recommend this restaurant time and again.

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Venison Tenderloin

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Frank's Outback - Outside Dining

4.9

4.9 (1246)

$31 to $50

American

Pawleys Island

About the restaurant

Frank’s Outback has 45 seats inside the building and interestingly, the patrons get to walk through the open kitchen to enter the dining room. Once inside, you sense a warm welcoming atmosphere. The walls are painted in a cool blue with original artwork on the walls. White tablecloths, candle light, hand polished silverware and glassware grace the tables. There are also 100 seats outside, set in a garden setting under a canopy of trees. The outdoor seats are covered and not affected by weather. In the Fall and Winter guests are warmed by infrared heaters and the large outdoor fireplace.

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JohnVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Best food, atmosphere and service on the SC coast😁

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Blue Crab Ravioli

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Whole 14 Layer Caramel Cake

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4.8

4.8 (4042)

$30 and under

American

Columbia

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Five Points, just steps from the University of South Carolina’s campus and less than a mile from the state capitol building, Saluda’s has been impressing Columbia residents and visitors since it opened to much fanfare in 1996. Saluda's has created an exciting menu intermingling classically prepared dishes with cutting edge techniques and ingredients. Saluda's menu is built around mixing locally grown seasonal products with luxurious ingredients from around the world. Saluda's features Southern cuisine with French and Italian influences to create a menu both familiar and new. Our professional and courteous staff serves all of our guests with true Southern hospitality.

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Adryenne

Dined 5 days ago

The food was excellent and the service was great!! Definitely going back and planning it to be several trips.

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Sweet & Spicy Fried Oysters

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4.8

4.8 (502)

$31 to $50

American

Greenville

About the restaurant

CAMP
/kamp/ verb: To relax, chill, unwind, savor, reflect, enjoy, breathe
Step through the doors of CAMP and you know you’re in good company. Here is a gathering place that captures the essence of downtown Greenville perfectly—cool, comfortable, lively—with food that is insanely delicious and flavorful.

The whimsical, comfort food menu with its touch of global flair is crafted using only the freshest, seasonal ingredients sourced directly from local farms. Refreshing cocktails, a curated wine list, and a selection of regional beers pair perfectly to ensure a remarkable dining experience. Come unwind, chill with friends, and savor the moment at CAMP.

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PegVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Always my favorite place for a great dinner and great service. Even on a busy theater night everything is great.

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4.8

4.8 (1613)

$31 to $50

American

Travelers Rest

About the restaurant

Where old-world hospitality meets familiar European views, the cuisine reveals an elevated twist on classic Italian and Mediterranean favorites. Chef Haydn Shaak marries classical training with his dedication to local farms and ingredients to craft a truly unique menu inspired by the seasonality of the Upstate.

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WilliamVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Haven't been to Restaurant for a while and we decided to have dinner there because it's close by and it was terrific. Great food and what was nice we were able to split dishes so we could have a wider variety of so ended up with a five-course dinner. We will be back.

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Cheese + Charcuterie Plate

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Domestique Tiramisu

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4.8

4.8 (3348)

$31 to $50

American

Myrtle Beach

About the restaurant

Under New Ownership since November of 2019, Aspen Grille under the guidance of Roland Sciotto, (of Bistro 90), is quickly becoming THEE dining experience in the Myrtle Beach area. Continental cuisine meets U.S.D.A. Prime Steaks and Fresh Seafood. Our menu changes seasonally and offers simple, but flavorful dishes with ingredients sourced from the best local suppliers. Pair any dish with a bottle of wine from our 3 year, Wine Spectator Award Winning list to compliment an exceptional meal.

Our comfortable dining room features warm woods and original art, making it a relaxing respite from the hustle bustle of the world outside. Our attentive and experienced staff provides the perfect ambiance for a casual dinner, special event or business occasion. Our full bar boasts a wide selection of Scotch, Bourbon and Rye whiskeys as well as the finest Craft Cocktails.

Top review

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Ken

Dined 1 day ago

We ate early 5pm so we could hear everything so it’s hard to judge noise level. The food fantastic, our server Mike fantastic, wine choice great we loved our experience but there was nothing unique to make Aspen Grille different. We had 2 starters, 2 entrees, 2 glasses of wine and 1 cocktail with tip $300

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Shrimp and Grits

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Prime Beef Carpaccio

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4.7

4.7 (96)

$30 and under

American

Summerville

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Top review

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Kristen

Dined 6 days ago

Every time we dine at La Rustica, the meal and the service are always superb! This has easily become one of our favorite date night spots. The servers go above and beyond (Lisette is fantastic!) and the chef really knows his way around the kitchen. We’ve enjoyed everything we’ve ordered from the delicious bruschetta appetizer to the phenomenal gnocchi dish and I can’t forget the cioppino which is easily the best I’ve ever had. The decadent chocolate mousse cake is the perfect way to finish off a great meal. I also have the mention the ambiance— everything from the light fixtures to the comfy seating to the murals on the wall— stunning. They’ve really done a great job with making this a special dining experience in downtown Summerville and we always look forward to our next visit!

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