A roundup of Upstate restaurants, breweries, and coffee shops with outdoor seating.
Now that the weather is finally warm, it’s the ideal time to enjoy the open air while dining at your favorite restaurants. We’ve compiled a list of spots that offer dining al fresco across Greenville and the surrounding areas—so get ready to eat up and gather ’round with friends, family, and furry companions throughout these warm summer months. Whether you’re craving a hearty burger, a refreshing salad, or a pint of beer, these outstanding eateries with outdoor seating are calling your name.
Outdoor Dining Roundup
1885 Taproom
Enjoy a side of live music with your dinner and drinks at 1885 Taproom, where there’s an outside stage for performers. Settle in at a picnic table under the covered porch, an umbrella-covered table, or in a chair around the outdoor fire pit.
104 A E. Curtis St., Simpsonville, 864.962.3300
The Bleu Porch Kitchen & Market
Enjoy some front porch sittin’ at this house-turned-restaurant in Greer. Open for breakfast and lunch, the wraparound porch has been converted to an outside dining area, providing the perfect intimate setting to enjoy Bleu Porch Kitchen & Market’s delicious Southern fare. Expect outstanding service and to be treated like family.
302 N. Main St., Greer, 864.479.0433, thebleuporchkitchenmarket.com
Chestnut Coffee House
Grab a pastry and a coffee at Chestnut Coffee House, then head out to the porch to soak up the sun. If it gets a little too hot and you want to dip back inside for a shot of air conditioning, there’s an abundance of seating inside as well.
110 E. Curtis St., Simpsonville, 864.412.8080, chestnut-coffee-house-local-market.square.site
Chicora Alley Firehouse
Like the name suggests, this restaurant is set inside a converted fire station, complete with tall garage-door style windows. This casual bar and restaurant is a great for hanging out, having a beer, and munching on something tasty—and the large patio has plenty of seating, making it ideal for larger groups.
117 N. Poinsett Hwy, Travelers Rest, 864.610.6180, chicoraalley.com
Jianna
Ever wanted to eat a delicious meal on a fancy balcony downtown? Ask for an outdoor spot at Jianna, where the tables overlook Greenville’s Main Street. Located right across from Falls Park on the Reedy, this high-end dining establishment delivers on both flavor and fresh air.
600 S Main St. #2, Greenville, 864.720.2200, jiannagreenville.com
Juniper
For a unique, stylish atmosphere, this trendy restaurant is an absolute must. With an eight-story view, the garden rooftop is the place to go for one-of-a-kind cocktails and impeccable ambience. Everywhere you look, there are plant displays—hanging from the ceilings, adorning the walls—and the view overlooking Greenville is simply gorgeous.
315 S. Main St., Greenville, 864.549.0000, junipergvl.com
Passerelle Bistro
Ooh la la! Pretend you’re in Paris at Passerelle Bistro, which features elegant bistro tables out front, just like you’d find in France. The view is pretty remarkable, too. It may not be the Seine River in Paris, but Greenville’s own Reedy River Falls adds an idyllic backdrop to your meal.
601 S. Main St., Greenville, 864.509.0142, passerelleinthepark.com
SIP Whiskey & Wine Bar
For a fun, hip spot with a club-like atmosphere, look no further than SIP, a rooftop bar that’s always blasting a beat. You can’t miss this establishment, as you’ll hear it as you walk by—if the line out the door of the ground-level elevator doesn’t already give it away.
103 N. Main St., Ste. 400, 864.686.8506, sipgvl.com
Upcountry Provisions
At Upcountry Provisions, the back deck’s surrounding trees will make you feel like you’re dining in nature, especially when a good breeze gets going. It’s a spacious area with a laidback vibe, exactly what you’d expect from a local favorite in Travelers Rest. Be sure to check out the live music on Friday nights.
6809 State Park Rd., Travelers Rest, 864.834.8433, upcountryprovisions.com
Yee-Haw Brewing Company
Spend the day at Yee-Haw Brewing Company, where the larger-than-life outdoor screen is usually broadcasting a sports game to crowds of enthusiastic fans. With a huge outdoor entertainment area—complete with basketball hoops and corn hole—you’ll want to grab a beer (or three) and hang out for hours.
307 E. McBee Ave., Greenville, 864.605.7700, yeehawbrewing.com
