25 Essential Spartanburg Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Spartanburg.
Bubbas BBQ Bash
South Carolina
Popular BBQ joint serving smoked meat, sandwiches & comfort sides on paper plates in a snug setup.
Willy Taco - Boiling Springs
South Carolina
an everyday essential table known for disciplined restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 87.6.
Capri's Italian Restaurant
South Carolina
Casual eatery with wood-fired pizzas, build-your-own pasta dishes & other Italian fare, plus a bar.
The SamMitch Shop
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Smoking Butt Heads BBQ
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Laid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.
Eggs Up Grill
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Relaxed chain serving a menu of breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a colorful setting.
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Family-owned chain selling ready-to-serve smoked hams, plus turkeys, roasts, side dishes & desserts.
Southern Barbecue
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
The Lemongrass Kitchen
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Identifies as Asian-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch.
Monster Subs N Grub
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Pig Out BBQ #2
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Wings Etc.
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Relaxed sports bar serving wings & beer.
Jason's Deli
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Deli chain featuring specialty sandwiches, salads & other health-conscious fare.
Ike's Korner Grille
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Compact, lively joint serving burgers, hotdogs, fries, onion rings & beers in unfussy digs.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Spartanburg, South Carolina
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Miyako Sushi Group
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Comfy Japanese eatery offering a sizable selection of traditional dishes & specialty rolls.
Venus Pie Pizzeria
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Unpretentious option for huge slices & Italian standards like calzones & subs in a spartan setup.
The Flounder
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Fried catfish & other seafood served in a long-standing restaurant with wooden booth seating.
Delaney's Irish Pub
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Longtime haunt offering Irish & American comfort grub, beer & spirits, plus regular live events.
Pizza Inn
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Pizzeria & buffet chain offering several crust options, plus pastas & more.
Pizza Inn
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Pizzeria & buffet chain offering several crust options, plus pastas & more.
John's Cafe & Catering
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.
Zen Ramen & Sushi Burrito
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.