PSA: If you enjoy crab, Pastavino in the Publix Center on Batesville Rd is a must. Their crab balls (great starter) and crab cakes (perfect as an entrée) are 100% crab meat -- and more affordable than you'd expect. Highly recommended. Pay them a visit! read more

We came on a Wednesday night and it was packed! Upon arriving they asked us if we had a reservation and sadly we didn't (not knowing we would need one for a Wednesday). We waited for a table for about 20 minutes. The inside is updated/modern and you would never know you're in a retail strip center. We got the crab appetizer as a starter, delicious! I got the veal Parmesan, full of flavor (I did wish it came with pasta or mashed potatoes though). The only negative I would say is it was slow. This is a place you go for a long dinner. We only saw our waitress when she took our order, brought the appetizer, and then another gentlemen brought our dinner. We had empty waters for majority of the meal. It was busy, the meal was so delicious that we will give it another chance. read more

Pastavino - Italian Near Me - Greer, South Carolina

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My husband took me out for a Valentine's dinner tonight. This was our first visit here. Our server Jordan was exceptional. Courteous & attentive without be overly so. We had the Zucchini chips for our appetizer. It was very good because it wasn't frozen or out of a box it was obviously fresh. It could have used more seasoning but it was delicious even so. We shared the Chicken Parm because I saw the portions were so big & I wanted dessert :). It was so good & tender. Again the breading could have used more seasoning but it was tender & cooked just right. It also came with a salad & bread sticks which added to the value of the meal. I loved the salad as it included cucumbers & tomatoes. What is a salad without those?! The dessert is what made me write this review. I had what Jordan recommended which was the mint cheesecake. OMG who made this I asked?! George one of the owners. Please tell him this is the best dessert I have ever had in a restaurant since I was in NY! Overall this was a great dinner in my opinion & I will go back to try other dishes. read more

Went for a drink with a client and was impressed. Nice wine selection, the food looked good, and the wait staff was extremely attentive. A+ read more

Recently tried the much talked about Pastavino and it certainly lived up to the hype. It was slow when we arrived, but quickly got packed. The seating can be a little tight, but not uncomfortably so. The service was quick and attentive. The food was delicious! We started with the Zucchini chips which were perfectly fried -- light and crispy. I had the chicken parm which was enough for two! Overall, great spot for date night or hearty dinner with family. read more

Pastavino - Chicken Parm - 5/5 - Italian Near Me - Greer, South Carolina

Food, service, ambiance,,, all fantastic. We keep coming back. Hard to stay away. Some of our favorites, Chicken Parm, Crab Cake, Veal Marsala. Salad is fabulous and bread stick fresh, hot and tasty. House Chianti is very tasty. Cocktails at happy hour are always fun and unique. Service from everyone is wonderful, including friendly and caring owners. We always love the bar and usually get there at opening for happy hour and an early dinner. Comfortable seating and nice to watch the bartenders practice their mixology art. See you soon. read more

Wow, my new favorite place to eat! I love that this family owned. We finally checked it out last night and had an incredible experience! We called to speak to the hostess before leaving the house to see if there was a wait. My experience in the past with most restaurants is that the hostess answering the phone can be kurt and hang up at the end of the conversation without saying goodbye. This was not the case with Pastavino, Marie was personable and sweet! As soon as we walked in the door, the ambience was warm and inviting. Our server, Heather, was fun, knowledgeable, and attentive (not just an order taker like most places). We were impressed with the spectacular food choices, and the portion sizes were impressive. Of course, the food was divine with a tremendous amount of flavor. We loved everything from the charming ambience, creative cocktails, delicious food, impeccable service, and everything in between! We highly recommend checking them out, and we cannot wait to go back! read more

Pastavino - 6 large Gulf Shrimp (Scampi) - Italian Near Me - Greer, South Carolina

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Showed up at 9:29 and told the kitchen is closed. Just wanted a 2go order. They obviously aren't open to 10 pm on Thursday, and it's not the young lady in the fronts fault. It's horrible service since I walked from a hotel and those are the hours on the door. Just change your hours if you won't honor them. read more

The food is excellent. Ambience is perfect. The staff is excellent and very knowledgeable and attentive. Our server was Erin and she was funny, helpful and attentive. I heartedly recommend this restaurant if you like Italian food. read more

Service is great. Portions are large. Food is very very good. We have tried and love the pizza, multiple pasta dishes and their crab cakes. Pricing is very reasonable. It's become a regular dining location. We highly recommend it. read more

I recently visited Pasta Vino with a party of friends and we had an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. Everything about this place--from the food quality to the atmosphere--was top-notch. Our party ordered a few classics: the Chicken Cacciatore, the Veal Parm, and the Lasagna. I can honestly say every single dish was a winner. The food was incredibly fresh and flavorful, clearly made with high-quality ingredients. Furthermore, the portions were very generous--you definitely get your money's worth here! Beyond our specific orders, we couldn't help but notice how great everything else on the menu looked. It was hard to choose, which is a great sign! The experience was elevated by the incredible service; our server was attentive, friendly, and made us feel welcome throughout the meal. The decor is also really nice, creating a warm, comfortable, and classic Italian ambiance. We are already looking forward to going back and trying more of the fantastic dishes. Highly recommended for anyone seeking authentic and delicious Italian cuisine! read more

Hubby and I went here on a friend's recommendation. First, ask for Conner to be your server. He is awesome. I would give 10 stars if I could. I'm not sure I can give a proper description of the food. It is Italian. The seafood. The seafood is the best. I am from Florida. Haven't had any good seafood since moving here. We have found our seafood place. I got the seafood Alfredo and hubby got the stuffed flounder. Basically, it was broiled flounder on top of a Maryland broiled crab cake. I just want that crab cake right on top of my fettuccine Alfredo. We will be back. read more

Pastavino - Italian Near Me - Greer, South Carolina

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Had the pleasure of visiting this restaurant yesterday the server was very attentive and informative about the menu. We started out with the crab walls and they were amazing full of crab and just delicious then add the chicken Alfredo with broccoli and again the food was amazing fresh breadsticks with a salad couldn't ask for any better. Service was wonderful and food was amazing. Will definitely be back. read more

My son and I had reservations November 1 and look forward to returning soon. The Maryland Crab Cake! If you do nothing else, order this, and experience why it is award winning. Our server Jenny was gracious, very knowledgeable about our wine choice, reviewed the specials and menu with detail. She also checked on us often to ensure our evening was special as first time customers. Manager Irene stopped by our table and talked a bit as well. Professional quality service is hard to find these days, but this team did it all. Great atmosphere too. They just opened in Oct, so I would not take any of those "interesting" less than 5 star reviews seriously. Do not miss out on a meal at Pastavino. I highly recommend asking for Jenny as your server too. read more

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The service at the bar was attentive and friendly: I had the chicken Alfredo. The chicken was beautifully prepared and lightly breaded. The sauce was a little thin, lacking a strong cheese flavor. Luckily they provided a grated cheese dish. The pasta was slightly overcooked. Overall it was a good experience. read more

Pastavino crabcakes are the real deal! I'm originally from Maryland. I've eaten a lot of amazing Maryland-style crabcakes in my day (and plenty that claim to be Maryland-style but are just awful). It's hard to find anything remotely close to authentic in SC. But Pastavino is the real deal. Big lumps of crab, very little filler, broiled just right. Definitely compares to my favorites (G&M near Baltimore, The Wharf in Alexandria, O'Donnells in Potomac). Food was definitely 5 stars. I only knocked it down a star because I think the level of service could be a little higher with this level of restaurant. Service was nothing bad, but nothing special either. read more

First time at Pastavinos. We were truly impressed with the atmosphere food and service. The seafood lasagna is a must! The staff , and Erin especially was truly amazing and full of personality. read more

Dipped in for a quick lunch. Chicken piccata was great large enough for two. Prices reasonable and service was good. Definitely a good addition in our area. Karen read more

I wanted to love Pastavino, but so far I can't. As soon as I opened the door the smell of wet dog was overwhelming. They probably used a dirty mop to wipe the restaurant floors and it was so bad it was making me nauseous. Then, after waiting for our table, we were placed in a table near the bathroom, which had high traffic , while many others were empty... it was so annoying to have people bumping into me while eating. Now the food: the Alfredo sauce does not taste like a normal Alfredo, it has a strong flavor, maybe a different cheese, but not the best. The stuffed flounder had potential but even after requesting with a side of broccoli, they placed the dish in a plate with a mount of tomato sauce on its side, which made no sense and placed the broccoli on a separate bowl. The crab cake was good, not the best. I am from Maryland so I can say they need better ones. I am willing to go back as I think they still in their early days. Kudos to our server, as she was super nice, great attitude and always available. read more

I was very excited for this new restaurant to open close to home after the space had been vacant for ages. Walked into a newly and nicely decorated space and a welcoming staff. Unfortunately, after a good, but not remarkable fried zucchini appetizer things went downhill. We were brought salad and breadsticks akin to Olive Garden (not fitting in my view for the "finest Italian flavors" in the city. I ordered the Seafood Marinara, Al Dente. I was brought overcooked pasta mush over-smothered in sauce. It contained shrimp, but the seemingly "bay scallops" were tough and it wasn't until halfway through the meal that I realized some chunks in the sauce were in fact their lump crab. We did enjoy a nice piece of cheesecake, but nowhere near enough to overcome a disappointing meal. read more

After seeing the article in the free Greenville journal touting the authentic Maryland Crab cakes we made reservations for dinner on Halloween. Growing up in Maryland and having done considerable travel without much success replicating a good crab cake elsewhere needless to say I was skeptical. However, I was pleasantly and completely surprised. The crab cakes were absolutely as advertised and we can't wait to go back. Our friends ordered the special that evening which was lobster ravioli and were also very happy with their meal. The other surprise as it turns out is the dessert choices which are made on premises by one of the owners. The cannoli was fabulous. After our skeptical comment to the wait staff about crab cakes and prior to being served Ed the owners came and introduced themselves and were very pleasant. We look forward to our next trip. read more

The food is delicious and they give you generous portions; enough for two meals. The crab cakes are true Maryland crab cakes.

This Resturant is a must try! The food and service are on point. The bar and the bartenders make it a slam dunk!

Ate here for the first time yesterday with friends. Everything was delicious. The crab cakes are as good as it gets. The mussels, cheese sticks, salads, breads were all also delizioso! We will be back. A great new venue on our side of town. read more

Greer just earned another gem! I love that it has an ambiance of an upscale restaurant but is also family friendly. The food was amazing from appetisers to desserts! Calamari was fresh and unlike I've ever had. Marinara sauce is divine. We left full and happy with lots of leftovers as portions were very generous. Service was great , very friendly and professional! We will be back time and time again. read more

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They opened just recently & we've already been twice. Outstanding food & service, this is a wonderful Italian/seafood place. Excellent pastas, wonderful appetizers, outstanding service. Beautiful interior with bar & TV, and private & quiet. Pastavino is a great new place! read more

Pastavino - Jumbo crab cake with pasta & marinara! - Italian Near Me - Greer, South Carolina

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So excited to have a great restaurant we can walk to! Food was delicious, martini's need a little work. Service was really good. My suggestion...dim the lights a little. Very bright for an upscale restaurant. read more

My kids are the authors of this review. "The Pasta was so Great. Also the cheesecake was to die for. The service.. they were so nice. The crab cakes were, chef's kiss. Amazing." read more

Very good pasta, service and breadsticks. I really enjoyed my spicy vodka sauce pasta with seafood. I will be back

Waited only 10 minutes for party of 4 on a Saturday night. Unfortunately, I forgot our waitresses name, she told us she just had a baby, she did excellent! Very personable, so was the manager, she came by our table twice to ask how everything was. Bread was fresh, table shares a salad, all of our dishes were delicious. And they have homemade desserts that I recommend you try. Will definitely be back! read more

Ambience was OK but the food was very nice and the service was great. Loved the seafood.

New restaurant that's been much anticipated for the east side. I went because of their claim about legit Maryland crab cakes and mine was enormous and delicious. Best one I've gotten in the upstate. Some items need some work such as the roasted potatoes needed to be cooked a little longer and with more seasoning, the servers were unsure of most everything and the calamari appetizer was chewy and had too much batter but I think they will improve in the coming weeks. 12 beers on draught and a nice bar area too. Salad and house dressing was like Olive Garden which I like but expected more from an upscale place. Chicken piccata was very good but not great but I will go back just for crab cakes. read more

First time visiting and will be returning! Great food and service! Best Birthday dinner. Connor you were awesome.

Had dinner last night at this fabulous restaurant. We were 8 people and not a complaint from anyone! Just raves..the service was excellent (thank you Donna) The vibe is upscale but not pretentious. Nice portions . Save room for dessert! All made in house...to die for! read more

Very uptown. Beautiful inside, service impeccable, attention to every detail. We three had seafood entrees which were delicious. Seafood, Salad and bread very fresh. Coffee outstanding. Desserts in fridge for later. We will be returning. Connor was our waiter. read more