Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Piedmont

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodChinesePizzeria

Regions

Greenville

Areas

GreenvilleMauldin

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

22 restaurants available nearby

1. Soby's

4.8

Exceptional(9166)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Greenville

Booked 71 times today

Soby’s New South Cuisine is an eclectic blend of contemporary continental cuisine infused with traditional Southern ingredients, transforming old favorites into something fresh and new. The restaurant is located in the heart of downtown Greenville, in a renovated cotton mill built in the 1800s. The atmosphere is warm and energetic and the staff is well-trained to provide a fantastic dining experience for all of our guests. In addition, the wine list offers more than 500 selections and is a Wine Spectator Magazine award-winner regular.

A photo of Draper Purveying Company restaurant

2. Draper Purveying Company

4.5

Awesome(77)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Greenville

Booked 21 times today

Draper Purveying Company is downtown Greenville's newest restaurant concept and weekend entertainment destination location! Now open under the direction of Executive Chef Patrick Phillips, with a menu designed to satisfy a wide range of tastes, Draper is serving up contemporary American style comfort food with a unique twist for dinner, lunch, brunch and a special happy hour and late night bites menu. Specialty shared plates include crispy confit chicken wings, warm burrata with cherry tomatoes and garlic confit, coffee-rubbed tenderloin. Larger dinner plates include a special featured version of shrimp and grits, roasted salmon with pimento cheese risotto and lemon beurre blanc and chicken-fried chicken. Also serving lunch and brunch on weekends, unique offerings will include salads and a variety of build-your-own bowls, in addition to classic brunch staples like egg white omelets and biscuits benedict. Our bar menu boasts 16 beer taps and eight craft cocktail and wines on tap.

A photo of Tupelo Honey - Greenville restaurant

3. Tupelo Honey - Greenville

4.6

Exceptional(3627)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Greenville

Booked 53 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-sourced, and always Southern.*Please note that we have a 15-minute grace period to honor reservations. If your party is running late, please call so we may begin to make accommodations. We also ask for your entire party to be present at your time of reservation. If your party needs to make additions or subtractions to the number of guests that will be dining, we ask that you call the restaurant ahead of time.

A photo of Nic & Norman's - Greenville restaurant

4. Nic & Norman's - Greenville

4.5

Awesome(232)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Greenville

Booked 17 times today

Nic & Norman's, a restaurant founded by an ownership group headlined by Norman Reedus and Greg Nicotero, is bringing its unique Southern-inspired cuisine and speakeasy vibe to Greenville, South Carolina. Located in the heart of the city's West End, the restaurant will occupy the former Smoke on the Water building. The space will undergo a transformation, with the bar and entrance moving to the front and the dining area situated towards the back. Expect a cozy, intimate atmosphere with a touch of speakeasy charm.The menu features a variety of Southern-inspired dishes, including delectable entrees, gourmet burgers, flatbread pizzas, and brunch options. The chefs use fresh, locally-sourced ingredients prepped daily to create innovative and comforting dishes that cater to a variety of tastes.

A photo of Sassafras Southern Bistro restaurant

5. Sassafras Southern Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(3467)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Greenville

Booked 37 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina, Sassafras Southern Bistro serves an eclectic menu of American cuisine with a truly Southern influence. Menu items include steak, fresh seafood, salads, and amazing desserts. Sassafras Southern Bistro has a full bar featuring local beers on tap and an extensive wine selection both by the glass and by the bottle.Start out your meal at Sassafras Southern Bistro with one of their amazing appetizers like the spicy pork tenderloin or the famous blue crab and pepper-jack nachos. Choose from entrees like the raved about shrimp and grits or the filet with house made pimento. Some vegetarian and gluten free options are available upon request.

A photo of Indaco - Greenville restaurant

6. Indaco - Greenville

4.6

Exceptional(708)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Greenville

Booked 39 times today

Indaco seamlessly blends both elevated and casual dining with an airy, Italian-inspired menu. Indulge with hand-made pasta and wood-fired pizzas, alongside an exciting cocktail menu and an Italian-forward wine list. Enjoy Indaco favorites in our main dining room, or dine al fresco on our covered outdoor patio with access from Main Street.

7. CAMP

4.8

Exceptional(508)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Greenville

Booked 32 times today

CAMP/kamp/ verb: To relax, chill, unwind, savor, reflect, enjoy, breatheStep 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.

8. Juniper

4.4

Awesome(546)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Greenville

Booked 46 times today

Step away from the downtown bustle to experience Juniper, Greenville's only urban gin bar, situated atop the AC Hotel. From the moment you enter Juniper, prepare to be enchanted by its immersive rooftop garden and breathtaking views of Main Street and the Blue Ridge Mountains.Full Dinner Menu: Available Wednesday & Thursday from 5 pm to 10 pm | Friday & Saturday from 5 pm to 11 pm.Attire: We encourage SMART CASUAL dress at Juniper. Please refrain from beachwear, active/athletic attire, and work uniforms, with exceptions for government, law enforcement, healthcare, or military personnel. Men should avoid sleeveless/tank tops.Identification: Remember to bring a valid physical I.D. (US Issued Driver's License/ID or Passport are accepted).Underage Guests: Must be accompanied by an adult aged 21 or older. After 10pm: 21 or older only.Gratuity: A 20% gratuity will be automatically added to parties of 8 or more.Cake Fee: $35 fee applies for cake/cupcakes.Corkage Fee: $45/bottle

A photo of Chef 21 Sushi Burger and Korean BBQ restaurant

9. Chef 21 Sushi Burger and Korean BBQ

4.3

Awesome(183)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Greenville

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Chef 21, where culinary boundaries are shattered under one roof! Dive into the world of innovative Chef 21 Sushi Burgers, where traditional rolls meet handheld perfection. Craving Korean BBQ? Grill it yourself at your table, immersing in the sizzle and flavors of Seoul at Chef 21 Korean BBQ next door. But that's not all – quench your thirst at our full bar boasting the biggest selection of Japanese whiskey and craft cocktails. Explore the world of soju and sake, elevating your dining experience to new heights. Chef 21: Two restaurants, one epic fusion feast!

A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Downtown Greenville at Riverplace restaurant

10. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Downtown Greenville at Riverplace

4.3

Awesome(2644)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Greenville

Booked 17 times today

Your first visit will tell you why serious steak lovers around the world choose to dine at Ruth's Chris Steak House. Ruth's Chris is acclaimed world-wide for its USDA Prime Midwestern beef - aged to perfection, broiled at 1800 degrees to lock in the corn-fed flavor and served the signature Ruth's Chris way ... SIZZLING. Ruth’s Chris Steak House brings the sizzle to downtown Greenville. Boasting mouthwatering appetizers like Barbecued Shrimp and Mushrooms stuffed with Crabmeat, a variety of USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, salads, vegetables, a variety of potatoes, an award winning wine list and legendary hospitality, this will be one experience to excite all your senses! Top it all off with a delectable Ruth's Chris dessert like our definitive version of a traditional New Orleans favorite, Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce, or Classic Cheesecake topped with fresh seasonal berries. Savor your meal while overlooking the stunning vistas of the Reedy River.

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