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    OJ's Diner

    4.1 (68 reviews)
    InexpensiveSouthern, Diners
    Closed • 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Very loud
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Kia C.

    Written by a Northern-bred girl with southern familial roots... What it is not: Not fancy, not going to help you stick to any type of diet What it is: Reminiscent of home cooked meals of my childhood served up by ladies who remind me of my grandmother, my aunties, and beloved church mothers. Service is delivered with warm smiles that linger almost as long as the southern drawls. You can get a breakfast that fills your belly (and probably your hips, too) for under $10.

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    Jen D.

    Sweet baby Jesus, I haven't had green beans this good since I was sitting in my Nanny's kitchen. The okra was firm and breaded perfectly, did I mention the green beans? Mac 'n cheese that was deliciously cheesy, the red potatoes were buttery and almost melt in your mouth, and I cannot say enough about the green beans. The baked spaghetti looked really good so that will be for the next trip.

    Fried chicken, potato salad, squash casserole, macaroni and roll. ALL amazing
    Debora S.

    Really great home cooking. Can personally recommend macaroni, potato salad, squash casserole, fried chicken, pork chops and fried fish. Different specials on different days but everything is good so can't miss.

    Fried chicken, fried okra, Mac n cheese, cornbread. So good!!

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    Good ole country cooking. Very friendly service! It's cafeteria style with meat and three. Includes dessert and drink.

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    Food is just fair. Never hot. A slow line even when not crowded. No one is in a hurry. It has a relaxed atmosphere.

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    Good food. Good customer service. When you call your order in you have to pay over the phone. But that's not an issue for me.

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    I liked the food lots. Good choices of meat and vegetables and I will return. Hours are a bit different so getting supper there isn't easy.

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    3 years ago

    Great, delicious food, customer service was outstanding. I definitely recommend this place.

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    This is easy. At OJ's they know what they do well and they keep the quality consistently. Friendly, helpful and OH SO DELICIOUS!

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    Kendall’s Grill - Bacon Cheeseburger

    Kendall’s Grill

    3.8(96 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    This place was recommended in a fb group- and I'm not sure why. We tried the western burger and a…read morecheesesteak- both were mediocre at best. Also tried the tots and onion rings- both greasy and the tots too salty. I'm not a huge fan of smash burgers and was assured the fresh handpattied burgers were thicker and better than that (I'll share the pic- they were not) and my husband put the meat from his cheesesteak on 2/3 the bun, which was better. Quite a few pieces of gristle in those thin patties though . The kids working the place are friendly and we watched several refilling the ice and drink machine. No AC didnt help with the atmosphere - it was hot and muggy. Overall, it was Worth a shot considering several people said it was the best burger -- so I was hoping this hole-in the-wall style joint was a hidden gem but just isn't (for anyone wanting a quality burger in Greenville. IMO)

    Kendall's Grill…read more After driving past it for a couple of decades, I finally stopped at Kendall's Grill. What a mistake I made. All those years I could have had golden, crispy chicken tenders and burgers like Dad used to make. No, I blew it. But I'm making up for lost time--I went twice in one week. Once for the chicken, and again for a burger. Fast review: A burger you don't want to wait 10 years to try. Fried chicken that might make Zaxby's rethink their approach. Let's back up Kendall's opened in 2009. Judging by the orange floor tile, this might have been a Hardee's long ago, but they've remodeled quite a bit. The vibe now is part drive-in, part diner. The front counter is right by the entrance. The kitchen sits just beyond a serving partition. To the left is a full-service ice cream case. To the right, a bar where you can watch your food being prepared. There are cushioned booths inside and several picnic tables out on the porch. Pop music plays throughout. The staff? Always moving, always working--but still taking time to say hello. Friendly, efficient, skilled. The owner is doing something right at the very root of a good restaurant: the people. Part 1 - The Chicken Kendall's sits on West Blue Ridge Drive, right in that "is this Sans Souci or City View?" stretch near Cedar Lane Road. It's a stone's throw from Swamp Rabbit Grocery and about 2.1 miles from Cherrydale. Heads up--left turns into the lot require some attention. The nice lady at the counter helped me navigate the menu, and it is wide: specialty burgers, chicken sandwiches, cheesesteaks, salads, seafood, loaded mac & cheese, hot dogs. The printed menu runs five pages. But I was there for the hand-breaded chicken fingers. They offer 4-, 5-, 6-, and 7-piece options, from $5.99 to $9.99, or $12.99 to $16.99 for combos with a side, toast, coleslaw, a dipping sauce, and a drink (hold onto that thought). I ordered the 4-piece combo, upgraded from fries (straight or crinkle!) to mac & cheese, chose Nashville hot sauce (14 options total), and grabbed a Pepsi. $12.99 plus tax and tip. Drinks are self-serve--fountain sodas, tea, water, and regular or strawberry lemonade. I took a half-table by the window, facing the door (IYKYK). Within minutes, my food arrived--hot, fresh, and plated. Presentation? Classic diner style. Real plate, real bowl. The toast was a thick, golden slice--perfect for making two little chicken sliders. I'm not a coleslaw fan, but this one was crisp, not overly mayo-heavy, and not soggy. The mac & cheese is worth the trip by itself. Creamy roux, real cheese flavor, each elbow noodle still slightly al dente, still steaming when it hit the table. This is closer to Mom's kitchen than anything rehydrated from a cup. And the chicken? About perfect. Tender, juicy, fried just right. You can taste the difference between hand-breaded and "fresh-from-the-box." This was the real thing. Only complaint: I wish the four tenders were a little larger. The Nashville sauce brought the heat. Next time I'm trying the Gold BBQ, Korean BBQ, and Sweet Red Chili. Stay tuned for part 2!

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    Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

    Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

    4.0(1.5k reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    Full bar
    Takes reservations

    Tupelo Honey is one of our mainstays when my wife and I travel back to her hometown of Greenville,…read moreSC. Yes, it is a small chain, but they deliver and consistently. I love that they constantly have new menu items and features so you can keep coming back again and again for something new. This last time, I ordered some sweet potato pancakes (that must have been a special because I can't find them on the menu now) and they were SO GOOD!!! They had nuts in them and they were not too sweet which was surprising in the best way. My wife got the classic chicken and waffles and loved them and our 3rd wheel got an omelet. He cleaned the plate so we know it was realllll good. We also got the fried okra as an app for the table and we were all big fans. The sauce took them over the top on flavor. We have never had an issue with the service. They've always been communicative and friendly, offering great suggestions on the menu. I love the inside of the restaurant. It fits the vibe of the menu very well. It feels very hometown southern which is perfect because it is my baby's hometown and we will continue going back every time we visit.

    Everything! Ambiance, service and food all were par excellence as we sat down with an old colleague…read moreto catch up over lunch, no wait, no reservation. While I have eaten here before, I tried their Shakshuka for the first time and right from the presentation to the dish temperature to the runniness of the eggs to flavors and textures and portion size, all can be described in one word: satisfactory! I have found my go to place for Shakshuka!!

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    Windy City Burgers - The Damen and Garlic Parmesan Fries

    Windy City Burgers

    4.9(321 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    I should have rang the bell before I left. The food was…read moreamazing and I will definitely be back next time I'm in town to try a different burger. The fries were amazing too and I finished it off with a couple Of beverages. The staff were amazing. Very friendly and Interactive. Checked on me while I was there. Looking forward to coming back and trying another

    I'm so glad we found this little gem while searching for a great burger in downtown Greenville!…read more This small burger joint, tucked just off the main street, completely exceeded our expectations. Everything is made from scratch; from the fresh burger patties and soft, homemade buns to the delicious pralines they hand out as a sweet palate cleanser at the end of your meal. You can absolutely taste the difference. The restaurant is small with limited seating (first come, first served), with seating along the windows and down the side, and a couple of outdoor tables. You order at the counter, grab your number, and then find a seat. Even though it's a casual, fast-service restaurant, the hospitality was anything but ordinary. We were greeted the moment we walked in by the sweetest older gentleman whose genuine Southern hospitality made us feel so welcome. He even stopped by to chat with us during our meal, making the whole experience feel warm and personal. The food was outstanding! My burger was cooked perfectly....juicy, flavorful, and served on one of the best hamburger buns I've ever had. It was incredibly soft but somehow never got soggy or fell apart, even with all the cheese and sauce. They offer about 10 different flavor options for burgers. They even offer grilled chicken sandwiches and Open face burgers. I ordered the Sawyer Burger ($13.95), topped with chili garlic glazed pork belly, Asian slaw, and crispy onion straws. It was absolutely delicious and well worth the price considering the quality and generous portion. The fries deserve their own review! So many burger places treat fries as an afterthought, but not here. The portions are huge and perfectly seasoned. I chose the Buffalo Blue Cheese fries, and they were packed with flavor. I wish I'd had room to try the Parmesan fries, which sounded like a customer favorite. Even the tiny bathroom was charming, covered in funny and quirky signs that made me smile. If I lived in Greenville, I'd definitely become a regular. Amazing food, generous portions, homemade quality, friendly service, and true Southern hospitality. I can't recommend this place enough!

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