Went to Up On the Roof for the view. Stayed because Evan refused to let the night be average…read more Eighth floor of the Embassy Suites at Riverplace, Reedy River below, downtown and the Blue Ridge doing their thing. The setting does half the work. Evan did the other half without making it look like work. He showed up with the right energy -- not the fake "how are we doing tonight, folks?" energy, the actual useful kind. Knew the menu, didn't recite it like a hostage. Recommended the trout and a cocktail that wasn't the first thing on the list designed to extract $18 from tourists. Both landed. When something needed adjusting he handled it before we had to flag anyone down like we were trying to land a plane. Busy rooftop, people waiting, drinks flying. He still hit the table at the right intervals instead of disappearing for 20 minutes or hovering like a drone. That's rarer than the view. Food was solid rooftop American. Drinks were properly made. Service was the reason it felt like a good night instead of "pretty view, whatever." Ask for Evan. Tip him like you mean it. The mountain view is free. Competent service is not.

The name is written UP, in capital letters, which I appreciate as a safety measure. In lowercase,…read moresomeone could wander in off River Street assuming this was a ground-floor operation and be startled to find themselves on the eighth floor of an Embassy Suites. The capitals settle it. You are up. You are on the roof. Nobody is confused. I ordered There's a Lettuce Wrap!, exclamation point and all, which arrives as seven honey-soy glazed fried chicken wraps. Seven is an odd number to commit to, and I respected it. The chicken was crisp, the glaze landed somewhere between sweet and salty, and the lettuce made me feel like I'd ordered something light. I would eat it again tomorrow. The Reedy River and the Blue Ridge sit out past the railing doing their scenic work, and plenty of rooftops figure the skyline can cover for a mediocre kitchen. This one didn't need the cover. Mrs. W. was along, and UP earned her approval, which I never assume. She has standards and they are not up for negotiation, so watching a rooftop restaurant clear them felt like watching a long shot come in. The elevator ride back to the ground floor felt like a demotion.

Vault and Vator was our last stop of the night, and finding it was a little confusing which is part…read moreof the fun of a true speakeasy. It is found tucked behind the building with only a small, letter-sized paper sign marking the entrance. No flashy signage, no obvious storefront, which adds to the appeal if you're into that kind of hunt. Walking up to it late at night can be a little intimidating but it is well lit which I greatly appreciated! Once inside, the space is dimly lit and small, which makes for a genuinely intimate setting. I'd say it's good for a quieter, more conversational vibe rather than a loud night out. We went with the bartender's choice: pick a base liquor, then two words to describe what you're after. I went with vodka and "slightly sweet, refreshing," for $18. The bartender nailed the brief but it wasn't a drink I'd think about again or specifically order by name. Solid execution, forgettable flavor. Service was the real standout. Our bartender was excellent at walking us through the concept and translating vague requests into something that actually worked. That, plus the atmosphere, is enough to bring me back to see what else is on the menu since we made it there just in time for last call so I ended up only having one drink.

Vault & Vator is such a great spot. The atmosphere is fun and stylish, the drinks are really well…read moredone, and the whole place just has great energy. It's the kind of place that feels perfect for a night out--whether you're grabbing cocktails with friends or making a stop during an evening downtown. Everything feels intentional, from the vibe to the drink menu.

This place is the BOMB! The atmosphere is lively, yet casually laid back. Perfect for that casual…read moredrink with a friend or relaxing place after a long day. But even better is the service. Dennis & Logan are two of the dopest bartenders out there who also know how to make a killer drink. I love coming here for Dennis' expert take on an old fashioned, which he has spent a lot of time and effort refining. And I don't kid when I say that this is Greenville's best old fashioned. The attitude behind the bar is very laidback, which will likely offput people expecting a pretentious, posh atmosphere. But if you want a drink made by people who care about what goes in your glass, trust me, pay Rey's a visit.

Since Google is filtering my review.... Very disappointing experience. We brought a group of 20+…read morepeople last night and were treated with unnecessary hostility by the bartenders. One bartender (with a nose piercing) yelled at my brother-in-law for placing a small piece of paper behind the bar because there was no trash can near the dart area. When my brother asked if he would have preferred it be thrown on the floor, the bartender replied, "Actually, yes." It was a clear no-win situation. The overall tone from the staff felt aggressive and confrontational. Another bartender (with longer hair) made a comment to our group saying, "If that bitch blows her whistle again," using derogatory language toward women in our party. That level of disrespect is unacceptable. Because of the staff's behavior, we took our entire group, and our business, elsewhere and will not be returning. This experience left a very bad impression, and management should be aware of how their bartenders are representing the establishment.

I've walked past here so many times and decided to stop in to get some work done due to the…read morelocation--a beautiful river view in a central spot. I was so surprised by the options they have. I tried something new at the recommendation of the barista--a matcha tea with agave sweetener and tonic water. It was very good, and the presentation was adorable and so fancy! A great place to stop into. I'll be back.

I ordered the strawberry Matcha, it came to about 8.25, took about 10 minutes to get out, but it…read morewas during a rush. It was probably the best Matcha I have ever tasted and probably will ever, even without the strawberry mixed in it was sweet and milky, and then once the strawberry was mixed in, it was perfectly strawberry, sweet milky and tasted just like Matcha. And often people don't like Matcha because they think it taste too much like grass, this did not taste like grass it tasted like Matcha.

The vibes were immaculate! We stopped in here for a quick bite during our travels and no complaints…read moreat all! We sat at the bar area and had great and friendly service. There is a large outdoor seating area with plenty of TVs for all the sports needs! The beers with Yee-Haw are always a great selection with something for everyone. If beers are not your taste they also have additional wines and mixed drinks. I tried a Bloody Mary with a moonshine pickle and it hit the spot but was definitely spicy (just how I prefer). The food was good but you don't come here for the food. We started with buffalo chicken dip which is a classic yum. The loaded chicken fries hit my craving and the chicken was juicy and delicious. The 864 was a THICK sandwich and flavorful with the perfect outside crisp/crunch with juicy moist meat internally. No complaints at all. We will be back!

Great indoor/outdoor seating. Good beer, good food, very much the vibe for any big sporting event…read more Walk around downtown GVL. Very cool spot.

I have always had the strong opinion of if a brewery has good beer they don't have good food. If…read morethey have good food, their beer sucks. WELL Fireforge proved me wrong and set themselves apart. We had the pickle platter, Reuben, and studio fifty forge. Although I'm not big on Reuben's my boyfriend said it was one of his top Reuben's and that man orders Reuben's on the regular. The pickle party was delicious. Not sure what they have in their brine but I would purchase again and again. The studio fifty forge was delicious. The only thing I would change is real bacon and not the microwaveable. Even though it was the microwave bacon it was still heated to be crispy. Huge beer selections and friendly staff. PLENTY of outdoor and indoor seating. Parking validation is also available. It might be had to find parking during busier times, but would still go again and recommend to others.

Great food and beer! Started out here before heading downtown for some live music. We had beer and…read morethe most AMAZING grilled cheese I think i've ever had. It was so nice to find a local brewery with good beer AND good food. The next day we needed a snack, so stopped by and picked up a to-go beer and their pretzels with pimento cheese - yum! We enjoyed these back at our hotel poolside. It was the perfect vacation lunch.

The service was really good. I was nervous because I'm from…read moreAtlanta and Greenville is not Atlanta but everyone was very accommodating and friendly. We only ordered shots so I can't speak to any thing else but it was a good vibe.

We went to Eden Lounge after having brunch at Ink and Ivy. The ambience was really nice. There was…read morelots of seating. With beautiful Decor. The menu was very nice though most of the cocktails were extremely sweet. Ink and Ivy's website needs to be updated to reflect that Eden is now its own entity and the menu items are no longer served upstairs. We ate light downstairs bc we're were planning to have seafood on the rooftop. However now they have charcuterie boards on the new Eden menu. Overall,I found the bar really cute and a total vibe. Service was great and the staff was very welcoming. All in all I'd definitely return.

Ordered a burger with fries, it had a nice char on the outside and was delicious. Fries were…read moreplentiful, and crispy. Happy hour prices for drinks and food were good! We went for Happy Hour to hear Drew Horton, it was a fun time! Later, (6:30) The Funcle Band came on. They rocked the house! 70's tunes and some others. The entire room was enjoying Funcle, there were 40-60+ yr old folks in the crowd. Staff were friendly and efficient. What a great time we had! Only left early to see after our pets! We WILL BE BACK!

We enjoyed a great show and reasonably priced beer and food! Service was great and very friendly…read morepeople!

Super friendly and fun service here. Classic American…read morecomfort food - and a nice happy hour. Lots of room inside - will definitely come back and try other things. Sara was our server and she is a sweetheart!

Stopped into Lefty's West End Tavern for lunch before a concert and had a solid overall experience…read more The location and atmosphere are a big draw. Right by Fluor Field with a fun, lively vibe. We sat outside, which was clean, comfortable, and a great spot to hang out before an event. Service was fantastic. David, our server, was friendly, engaging, and knowledgeable, and really helped elevate the experience. For food, we started with the wings (dry rub and Jamaican jerk). The flavors were decent, but the wings themselves were rubbery and a bit underwhelming, especially considering the price point. One standout though... the ranch dressing. Easily some of the best I've had. The breakfast tacos were good overall, and the chimichurri was fresh and flavorful. I think adding a creamy component would have taken them up another level. The sweet potato fries were fantastic. The chicken and biscuit was decent. The Nashville-style chicken had good flavor, but the tenders were on the smaller side, making the portion feel a bit lacking. The biscuit itself was solid. The tallow fries were also well done, and the Lefty's sauce was a nice addition. One unique touch at the end. You're given the option to send a postcard, and they handle the postage and mailing for you. A really fun and memorable detail. Overall, a good spot with great service and atmosphere, though some of the food execution and portion sizes could be improved.

My sister wanted to visit this entertainment venue for mini golf, so I tagged along as it was part…read moreof her weekend birthday celebration. I have only one prior experience in playing mini golf, wasn't good at it, but I came to be supportive and shoot content. We didn't know what we were doing, which did impact the experience as we didn't get much direction after purchasing our tokens to play. We did ask a staff member since we were completely mini golf-illiterate who helped. My sister was under the impression that we would have all the holes to ourselves, but that was just us being inexperienced and not knowing how things worked. When we got towards the end, there were a lot more people playing, so we didn't finish because the area was packed. What I loved the most about the experience were all the different scenes or holes. My favorite was the Wizard of Oz because of my love for Wicked. I gave the business a five-star rating because the venue was very camera-worthy, colorful, inviting and clean. My lack of knowledge on how to play has nothing to do with the venue's offerings, staff, etc. If I had better skills, the experience would've been top tier.

Such a cute spot with something for everyone. This visit was just for lunch, and it did not…read moredisappoint. I ordered the wings, hamburger egg rolls, and a Coke, while my daughter had a flatbread that was more like a delicious personal pizza. Everything was flavorful, generously portioned, and satisfying enough that I happily took leftovers home for later. The ordering process is simple--you place your order at the register, receive a table number, and the staff brings your food to you. One unique feature is their self-serve beer wall, where you can sample different beers and pay only for the amount you pour. Great food, a fun atmosphere, and a unique experience make this a place worth visiting.