The Midlands and Upstate Restaurants
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1. Motor Supply Co. Bistro
$$$$ | Vista |The daily-changing menu at this stalwart of the Columbia dining scene highlights the best of what local farmers and purveyors have to offer, worked into eclectic dishes that span European to Asian influences. The artsy interior (a former engine parts building, on the National Register of Historic Places) and thoughtful service make it a standout.
920 Gervais St., Columbia, South Carolina, 29201, USA803-256--6687Known For
- Curated beer and wine selection
- Farm-to-table menu that changes daily
- Gorgeous setting in a renovated 19th-century building
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2. Augusta Grill
$$$$ | |Wood paneling and modern art set the tone at this fine-dining stalwart, where the daily-changing menu (posted online) includes seafood like tempura soft-shell crabs, hearty steaks, and braised duck. Order ahead to be sure the kitchen hasn't run out of its signature blackberry cobbler.
1818 Augusta St., Greenville, South Carolina, 29605, USA864-242–0316Known For
- Small plate options designed for sharing
- Varied, seasonal menu
- Quality service with Southern hospitality
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3. Hampton Street Vineyard
$$$$ | Downtown |This cozy bistro with upscale French fare is set inside one of the first buildings constructed in the city after Sherman's infamous march. It has exposed brick walls, arched windows, and original wide-plank floors. Dinners are creative but not over the top, with entrées such as seared breast of duck with orange and fennel, and a classic steak frites.
1207 Hampton St., Columbia, South Carolina, 29201, USA803-252–0850Known For
- 650-bottle wine list that won Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence
- Locally inspired, seasonally changing menu
- Attractively presented entrées
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4. Jianna
$$$$ | Downtown |Combining the best of Italy and coastal South Carolina, this downtown osteria serves house-made pastas and gnocchi, plus a selection of raw oysters from around the country, served with a house hot sauce and prosecco mignonette. The bright, modern interior features an open kitchen and a massive central bar that includes outdoor balcony seating when weather permits.
600 S. Main St., Greenville, South Carolina, 29601, USA864-720–2200Known For
- Raw oysters and negronis
- Hearty, authentic pasta entrées
- Light, lively atmosphere
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5. Malia's
$$$$ | |Locals love this busy contemporary restaurant, with dim lighting and dark decor that conveys a cool class. The menu changes monthly and may include American, Caribbean, French, and Italian entrées. Dinner reservations are recommended on weekends.
120 Laurens St. SW, Aiken, South Carolina, 29801, USA803-643–3086Known For
- White-tablecloth dining on weekend evenings
- Small-town farm-to-table cuisine
- Casual lunch scene
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun.--Tues., Credit cards accepted -
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6. Mill Pond Steakhouse
$$$$ | |It's all about steak here, and what steaks they are: aged for at least 35 days before they're cut, the fillets, rib eyes, and strips are juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. You can dine alfresco overlooking the sprawling pond or enjoy the vintage saloon-style bar. Area farmers provide most of the produce; grits for the shrimp and grits are ground at the mill next door. There is a limousine service available to and from Camden.
84 Boykin Mill Rd., Rembert, South Carolina, 29128, USA803-425–8825Known For
- Homemade mixed-berry cobbler
- High-end Southern cuisine
- Locally sourced produce
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7. Sam Kendall's
$$$$ | |The exposed brick wall and high-back booths offer the perfect upscale backdrop for steak or seafood, including tuna sashimi and shrimp in garlic chili sauce. The menu also features an extensive list of more than 100 wines. It's a surprisingly modern, upscale spot for a rural part of the state.
1043 Broad St., Camden, South Carolina, 29020, USA803-424–2005Known For
- Fine dining in historic digs
- Signature cocktails
- Extensive wine list
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8. Soby's
$$$$ | Downtown |The palette of plums and golds is a stunning contrast to the original brick and wood that was uncovered during the renovation of this 19th-century cotton exchange building. Although the menu changes seasonally, perennial favorites—a layered appetizer of fried green tomatoes and jalapeño pimento cheese, shrimp, and locally ground grits, and the wonderful white-chocolate banana-cream pie—are always available.
207 S. Main St., Greenville, South Carolina, 29601, USA864-232–7007Known For
- Popular Sunday brunch
- One of the city's best wine lists
- Patio seating on Court Square
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Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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