25 Essential Conway Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Conway.
Rivertown Bistro
South Carolina
Inventive Southern fare including sushi in an upscale space with a deck overlooking Downtown Conway.
Eggs Up Grill
South Carolina
Relaxed chain serving a menu of breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a colorful setting.
Radd Dew's Bar-B-Que Pit
South Carolina
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Conway's most persuasive barbecue restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 82.8.
Eggs Up Grill
Conway, South Carolina
Relaxed chain serving a menu of breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a colorful setting.
Firehouse Subs Myrtle Ridge
Conway, South Carolina
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
Crafty Rooster
Conway, South Carolina
Neighborhood haunt offering wings, burgers & other casual bites along with a long craft-beer list.
Outback Steakhouse
Conway, South Carolina
Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.
Big D's BBQ Trough
Conway, South Carolina
Service options: Curbside pickup, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.
Chantis
Conway, South Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music.
Trestle Restaurant
Conway, South Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection.
Rotelli Pizza & Pasta
Conway, South Carolina
Italian restaurant chain for casual eats including classic pizzas, specialty pastas & sandwiches.
Waffle House
Conway, South Carolina
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
Bonfire Taqueria
Conway, South Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Margaritas Mexican Restaurant
Conway, South Carolina
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Bojangles
Conway, South Carolina
Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.
Speedy Gamboa Mexican Cuisine
Conway, South Carolina
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Arby's
Conway, South Carolina
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
El Cerro Mexican Bar & Grill
Conway, South Carolina
Casual Mexican eatery offering tacos, fajitas & other standards, plus a bar pouring margaritas.
Take a bite
Conway, South Carolina
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Conway, South Carolina
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
Sonic Drive-In
Conway, South Carolina
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Conway, South Carolina
Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
Sonic Drive-In
Conway, South Carolina
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
Gino's Real New York Pizza at Carolina Forest
Conway, South Carolina
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great dessert, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Bellissimo Italian Pizzeria
Conway, South Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.