Best intimate restaurants to enjoy dinner for Valentine's Day in Greenville. Where to go?
A private dinner for two, a solo bite to eat or even a group gathering are all acceptable ways to celebrate a fine dining experience on Valentine's Day in Greenville.
There are many casual and formal dining options to consider. You think about scenery, taste and elegance when booking a Valentine's Day meal.
Before reservations are no longer available, check out our recommendations for a few good places to dine on Feb. 14. Be prepared to be blown away by the intimate spaces, menus and decorum offered throughout the city.
Between the Trees provides views of Falls Park
Chef Adam Pugh debuted an exclusive black truffle-themed menu this winter. His fresh-to-farm ties in South Carolina make Between the Trees a popular but secluded visit during Valentine's Day. The ambiance and food are what set this restaurant apart, with a spacious dining room, mid-level lighting, and views of Falls Park setting the mood.
The current entreé menu consists of fresh seafood highlighted by a seared scallops dish with crispy pork belly, a fire-grilled Japanese striploin, and a Carolina Bison Tenderloin accompanied by a pumpkin purée.
Nestled inside The Grand Bohemian Lodge, Between the Trees is the perfect Valentine's Day location. It is complemented by Spirit & Bower, a whiskey bar, and a massage parlor, Poseidon Spa, for additional fun and elegance.
Location: 44 East Camperdown Way; 864-603-1630.
Dining Out: Explore modern lodge fare at Between the Trees
The Rabbit Hole is intimate and affordable
A gem along Pendleton Street in West Greenville, The Rabbit Hole is a beautifully designed tapas-type dining space with handmade cocktails, appetizers which are referred to as nibbles, and a private bar with currency-epoxy floors.
Owner Sebastian Carter curated the space as an intimate yet affordable dining room. It can be where you begin the evening or end the night with good vibes. From the front foyer fireplace to the artsy bathrooms, The Rabbit Hole has the perfect tranquility to bring in Valentine's Day with a special someone.
The small yet refined menu's highlight is braised beef croquettes, grilled eggplant with Thai green curry and a vegetable pho packed with herbs, Darkspore mushrooms and Vermicelli rice noodles.
Location: 1268 Pendleton St. 864-214-1797.
Juniper offers specialty cocktails and a variety of dishes
Overlooking downtown Greenville and under the leadership of Chef Fernando Coppola, Juniper offers a long list of specialty cocktails and a menu ranging from grilled prime Manhattan steak to loaded "Jambalaya."
A secondary stop might be Paloma, located on the first floor of the AC Hotel, where in January, Coppola debuted a new menu inspired by a recent trip to Argentina.
Located on the fourth floor, just above The Press Room, Juniper offers an intimate and food-friendly space. There aren't too many downtown dining spaces that offer the views, scenery and ambiance inside of this above-the-city restaurant.
Location: 315 S. Main St. 864-549-0000.
Urban Wren provides charming and quaint space
The makeshift winery and Greenville staple, Urban Wren offers a Valentine's Day menu featuring Pacific perch, lamb loin, Northern belle oysters and more. It is one of the top dining choices in the West End.
Urban Wren is charming and quaint but spacious and filled with a menu of shareable desserts and an entreé favorite Korean fried chicken that continues to receive rave reviews. This eatery is a good place for dinner, with good vibes and a creative menu.
Location: 116 N. Markley St. 864-867-1081.
Entre Nous speakeasy with a secret code for entry
Translated from French to English, Entre Nous means "between us" — the perfect depiction of how and where to spend this lovers' holiday. Nestled on the backside of Maestro's Bistro (104 S. Main St.) is a dim-lit, jazz-filled space with a personalized menu and a good wait staff.
Entre Nous is a speakeasy that requires a secret code for entry. But if you ask around and follow the clues in Maestro's, you will find the answer to an evening personalized for intimacy and elegance. The pride and joy of owner Sammy Dominguez, Entre Nous is a must-see and a nice space to enjoy Valentine's Day.
Location: 104 South Main St. 864-248-0702.
Other intimate dining favorites: L'incanto, Scoundrel, Ji-Roz, Jianna, Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, Larkin's, Pomegranate on Main, Northampton Wine Cafe.
– A.J. Jackson covers the food & dining scene, along with arts, entertainment and downtown culture for The Greenville News. Contact him by email at ajackson@gannett.com, and follow him on X (formally Twitter) @ajhappened.
This article originally appeared on Greenville News: 5 Places to go for Valentines Day dining in downtown Greenville
