Here's a polished version that keeps your excitement and sounds like you: By far, Ford + Shep is currently my favorite restaurant in Greenville, NC. They have a seasonal menu and just switched over to their fall menu, so of course we had to try a few things. We ordered the tuna, octopus, and shrimp and crab pasta, then finished with the apple blondie for dessert. You can tell the chef puts so much thought into the flavors and how everything works together. Every single thing we ordered was delicious, and I would honestly recommend all of it. Chris was our waiter, and he was amazing. He actually recommended everything we tried, and his recommendations were spot on. It is always nice when your server really knows the menu and can guide you toward dishes you end up loving. Ford + Shep continues to be one of those places where I leave already thinking about what I want to try next time. Definitely my favorite Greenville restaurant right now. I can also make it a little more foodie and descriptive while still keeping it natural and sounding like you. read more

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The food was delicious. Ate fried Brussel sprouts, lamb chops, porchetta. Chris, our server, was attentive during dinner and helpful about other things to do in Greenville. The atmosphere was comfortable and modern. read more

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Super impressive meal. Standouts were the duck and dumpling broth, was very comforting on a cold December night. Service was incredibly fast and Victoria our waitress was a sweetheart. read more

EASILY the best restaurant, food and bar in Greenville. I'm from Southern California where we are lucky to have some of the best restaurants in the world. Ford + Shep could easily fit into the mix there. A very nice change of pace from the endless fried food and mediocre BBQ you tend to find elsewhere in town. read more

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Very average experience. Went here for date night and ford and shep did not deliver on the value. The total for the bill was $80 for 3 appetizers and 2 drinks. Although the drinks and service were outstanding the food was very average. The handpie was mushy and the patatas bravas far too salty. The Brussel sprouts seemed like a dish we could make at home. The entrance was incredibly hard to find as it is connected to different restaurants seemingly in between two places. Although the experience wasn't fully bad I did enjoy coming here for the first time to an extent, because it's one of the only nice restaurants in Greenville, I just wouldn't come here again though. The staff did an excellent job and were very attentive and interior was very well decorated. However I don't think this lived fully up to my expectations... read more

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Solid. I'll be back. Great service. Very accommodating. The food was surprisingly inventive.

I have been here several times in the past month or so and my favorites have been the steak, octopus, shrimp toast, and salads. Anything over the cabbage stir fry rice is going to need lots of salt, but when the fish is over the risotto it is delicious. The soft shell crab was delicious but over the bland cabbage stir fry which was a no-go, I asked if they could put it over risotto instead and they said no. The steak and potatoes was one of my favorites and cooked perfectly. Super cute inside and has a beautiful bar, service is good and fast. You just have to know what to order. read more

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This is one of our favorite high end restaurants in Greenville NC. Good cocktails and an ever changing menu keep this place feeling fresh and interesting. read more

This is my favorite place in Greenville to eat! Every birthday, anniversary, celebration we go here and it's always an amazing experience with different dishes to enjoy. The atmosphere is enjoyable and the servers are always nice and welcoming. read more

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Don't walk, run to eat here. Lovely people, lovely food and beautiful cocktails. Excellent service. Loved it so much I ate dinner two nights in a row - and they remembered me and my dinner partner and our preferences in billing. Would make a detour just to eat here if I am in NC anytime again. You'll all in Greenville have a gem here. Treasure it. read more

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I wanted to take a minute to talk about how amazing Ford and Shep is. Over the past 6 months I have eaten here countless times with my boyfriend. Every time we come here the food, service and experience is top notch. We are always blown away by the food and can't wait to come back. Last night we had the brussel sprouts, pork belly bao buns, beef tartare, lamb chops, the strawberry fields salad and the duck entree. We ate every last bite and would have licked the plates. This is truly the best dinner spot in Eastern NC! If you're looking for an amazing dinner experience, this is it. read more

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One of the finer dining experiences in Greenville. Good food, great cocktails, and really nice ambiance. The espresso martini is a must try! It would be nice if they extended the bar hours till 12am on weekends so that folks that don't want dive bar beers have an option in this part of town. read more

Wonderful service, wonderful food, awesome all the way around. We will definitely be back ! read more

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BEST DATE NITE!! I could not have picked a better place to spend our Friday date night. I'm so grateful we were able to make a reservation the same night as graduation, totally forgetting how busy it would be. For drinks, I had the pomegranate spritz which was the perfect amount of sweetness for me. I later had the empress which was a little too spirit forward for me, but very pretty (as it was purple). For starters, I enjoyed the scallops which was PHENOMENAL!!! I will definitely be back for those. I'm still salivating over the green coconut curry sauce. My bf has the cheese plate which he very much enjoyed with the variation of cheese and jams. For entree, I thoroughly enjoyed the trout which was cooked to perfect. The best feeling was the lightness and freshness of the dish.....never did I feel heavy after finishing the entire plate. Of course I couldn't resist dessert after a meal like this! The buttermilk pie was the perfect evening to such a beautiful night with my love. It was creamy, sweet, and savory. I truly can't wait to return. Yes, our bill for 2 was $$$, but what else do you expect for an amazing date night?! It was absolutely worth it. Love the atmosphere, the warm greeting of the staff, and the food!! read more

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my favorite spot in greenville. Everything was quite good and I like the tapas style. Greenville needs more spots like this one.

Great Greenville restaurant. We had the tuna tartare, redfish, and duck. The tuna tartare was great. Fish was fresh and great way to start our meal. Both the redfish and duck were cooked perfectly. Really enjoyed the duck; perfect sear and super tender. For both the duck and the redfish, which again were amazing, were muted by a large portion of sides which, at least for the duck, did not seem well paired. Just my opinion since the protein portion of the dish was excellent. Drinks were not great. Very bitter and almost medicinal in flavor. Dessert was also a let down. We had the oatmeal cream pie and the cookie portion was very hard. We did make reservations but open seating was available. We sat inside by the window. Very cozy setting. I will note since we did move that all the tables were very sticky and silverware was bent and heavily worn. Minor but with the prices I felt this is something that shouldn't be overlooked. Service was great. Super friendly and helpful. read more

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Ford and Shep is an incredible date spot or place to take guest. It's a vibey spot with incredible farm to table dishes. Cocktails, wine list, and beer list are all great. One of my favorite restaurants in Greenville. read more

We have been regular customers of Ford and Shep for over 5 years. Unfortunately today they came far below the standard of service they have provided in the past. My wife and I arrived early to our reservation 5:45, and there was only one other couple seated. Our host seated us in proximity to the only other couple in the room, in the middle of the floor. I politely requested to our server that we be seated at a different table, and pointed out several possible options against the wall and more intimate. The server left to get permission to do so. Out request was denied. He could not provide a reason. I frequently bring out of town guests and business associates to Ford and Shep. Moving forward I will have to seriously reconsider booking Ford and Shep given their apparent disregard for the customer. read more

The food was great, Octopus was very tender, the service is very nice waiter was very accommodating. Very romantic place for couples. Kids surprised us for our anniversary it was very good we plan on going back. read more

The best Greenville has to offer. Hands Down. Will definitely return for this unforgettable dining experience. read more

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First time dining at this place and was disappointed that we got placed in the green room because I preferences the dining room on my reservation. The main dining room is very cool and pretty however, the Green room was extremely underwhelming and way too quiet. The cocktails we're Instagram worthy as well as the food however over priced for the portion size. Would only come back if I were able to sit in the main dining room. read more

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The food was superb, the best I've eaten in Eastern North Carolina! Everyone at the table just raved about their food. The servers, bartender and others that helped them were exceptional and met all our needs. It was my daughter's birthday and we couldn't have celebrated at a better place. We were in a beautiful room. It was easy to converse with each other. There was very little noise from other patrons. The acoustics were perfect. I highly recommend Ford + Shep!!! read more

Outstanding. We haven't been in a while. That's our mistake! This is a great restaurant. All three courses were just terrific.

We go the Brussel sprouts, sans the parp. The tuna share, and the octopus share dishes. These were all pretty good. I'll say the octopus was my favorite, very favorable and fresh. We cot a couple cocktails, as well. They weren't the best, but not terrible. The service was slow for how many customers they had. But our waitress was polite. I would come back. read more

Never disappoints. Food: always the most delicious, creative and freshest. I appreciate the fact the menu changes. I consider myself a good cook, and the chief really impressed me with the various combinations and use of different components. Seating: The indoor seating is nice and little tucked with small space which makes it close and personal. I can tell what the person next to me got and they can hear my conversations haha. Not a top choice to be this close but oh well. Service: Prompt. Professional. Pleasant. Not sure how I made it all P's. But that what you get for now :) read more

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I was working at East Carolina U and some locals invited me uptown for some craft beers. In asking around Ford + Shep across the street was highly recommended. I'm really glad I tried this place. I sat in one of the yellow velvet bar chairs and ordered the Shrimp + Mussels and a Bull Durham Light Ale. The food was absolutely fantastic in both taste and presentation. The shrimp were legitimate 2 or 3 biters, mussels cooked nicely, and presentation was great. Served over house made ricotta Ravioli with Pea Tendrils, Pecorino, and a lobster Newburg Sauce - this was a great combination in the right proportion. The place is loud but not in a bad way. You can carry on a conversation with your party and not have to worry about disrupting anybody with your awkward conversations. Go here on date night and enjoy one of their fancy cocktails. read more

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I've been wanting to try out Ford + Shep for some time and finally found an occasion that was special enough. I found the portions of food to be impressive for a restaurant of this caliber/concept and all the food came out hot and fresh. Is it enough to bring leftovers home? Probably not (if you order a normal amount of food per person, that is :P) We ordered two drinks, two appetizers, two entrees, and a dessert, and left feeling very full. I know the menu changes frequently and, this time around, I felt like the appetizers were the star; many of the appetizers sounded delicious but we narrowed our options down to two. I kind of wish I had foregone getting an entree and just ordered all the appetizers, though, so that might be what I do next time. The entrees were still good but a little blander than what I expected and didn't seem as balanced as the appetizers. I'm not sure when will be the next time we visit but I would definitely like the try Ford + Shep again. Outside of the food, the staff was accommodating and the decor/ambiance was peaceful, pleasant, and intimate. read more

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Surprised at the elevated experience, if only because of its proximity to Sup Dog. From the food to the service, this restaurant was top notch. May have to visit my daughter more often! read more

Great food & staff, the menus are constantly changing so I always love to check out their website early to decide about what I'm getting that night. Some favs of mine are the Tuna Tartare & Brussel Sprouts! Can't go wrong with their recommendations too. read more

Hands down the best in Greenville. If you travel, you will know this place is one of the best anywhere. We go for casual cocktails and for special occasions, the staff are always on point with their timing and service. If you're wise, you'll grab a seat outside by the fire and find just the perfect setting for a night out. Ford and Shep is one of the best things about living in Greenville. read more

Wow. Just wow. Beautiful, delicious food. Happy surroundings. Kind and competent staff. There's really not much more I could ask for. I tried the tuna tartare app and the cast iron seared red drum, and both were fantastic. My Negroni was top-notch, and the Grüner Veltliner I ordered in error (my bad!) was kindly replaced with a wine that worked better. Such a pleasant surprise on my visit to Greenville. read more

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It wasn't a bad experience for a group, but I was not impressed by my meal. So so As far as the meal went

Ford + Shep is tucked in the Uptown, Dickinson Ave district right next to Smashed Waffles. The entrance is to the side of Smashed and leads you down a hallway that almost makes you feel like you're entering a secret club. Once you get past the hipster, slightly pretentious foodie vibe, you can enjoy the modern, sleek, decor that makes the restaurant feel as if you've been transported to another city. This restaurant is a first for Greenville: from the decor to the menu, everything has been carefully thought out and executed with intention. The menu is "hyper seasonal" (read: trendy) and most importantly, local. It's on the upper end of what Greenville offers, with entrees ranging from $18-28, but if you're out to savor your food, the cost is justifiable. We got the NC cheese plate with peaches and honey, the sweet complimented the cheese well. I got the Mexican street corn bucatini and my husband got the porterhouse, both were tasty. Definitely a fun spot to check out, with an ever-changing menu you'll have a good reason to return. read more

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Truly spectacular experience on our first visit to Greenville. We loved the atmosphere, the service was incredibly friendly and attentive, and the food and drinks were spectacular! I had a French 75, my husband had a martini, and both were fantastic. We shared several small plates, and each one that came out was better than the one before. The brussels sprouts were just the right amount of crispy with a little kick, the baked brie and crab toast were incredible, and the tuna was out of this world, seared perfectly--even the kimchi was amazing. We don't live in Greenville, but we're already planning a trip back to try some of the menu we didn't get a chance to sample on this visit. Definitely don't miss Ford & Shep when you're in Greenville! read more

We recently attended a wedding reception in the greenhouse. The food and service were both excellent! The mixed drinks were phenomenal! Will most definitely visit again. read more

We've been living in Greenville temporarily and this is probably the best food that we have had here. Lots of creative and unique dishes.

Best place to in Greenville. The food is amazing! This is my 3rd time here and it hasn't disappointed yet! Go now! read more

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Incredible food, service, and ambiance! The chef came out to describe the special plates they made due to dietary restrictions. One of a kind location... HIGHLY recommend! read more

I have had dinner at Ford + Shep twice and both times it was amazing. Great atmosphere, service was excellent. Interesting and changing menu. Fantastic cocktails (a bit pricey). The peppadew appetizer is one of my favorites. I had the trout last night, one of the best meals ever. Cooked perfectly and a mix of flavors, the Brussels sprouts were perfection. Thank you for a lovely experience. I will definitely return on my next trip to the area. read more

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I was invited by a friend to have dinner- what a lovely upscale restaurant. It's a hidden gem- the service was excellent- the food was amazing- and the atmosphere is just perfect. Try the veal chop. Delicious! read more