I was so excited to try Scoundrel and decided to walk up right at 5 to see if I could snag a seat at the bar--and I'm so glad I did. The whole experience exceeded my expectations. I started with the broiled oysters (omg) and the osetra duck fat caviar bites, which I will genuinely be dreaming about for a long time. Every bite felt thoughtful and indulgent in the best way. They also have a fantastic wine selection. I had a Chenin Blanc that was completely out of this world and paired beautifully with everything. The bartenders were outstanding--knowledgeable, warm, and clearly passionate about what they're doing. It all came together to make this one of those meals you know you'll remember. If you can grab a seat at the bar, do it. Absolutely worth it. read more

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I was excited to try Scoundrel and made a reservation over a month in advance, which seems to be the norm given its Michelin star recognition. The location on Main Street (in the former Lemongrass space, I believe) is charming and comfortable, though seating can feel a bit tight unless you're lucky enough to get a booth. The atmosphere is lively but intimate. Food-wise, the salad and entrées were very good, and service was attentive throughout the evening. That said, I did leave slightly underwhelmed given the expectations that come with a Michelin-starred restaurant. One small surprise was seeing entrées served with fries as a standard--it felt a bit more casual than anticipated. Overall, it was a nice dining experience and worth trying, especially if you're into Michelin-recognized spots. read more

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This entire review is heavily based on the fact that this restaurant has a Michelin star which should automatically hold itself on a different level that the average restaurant. That being said I do think the experience was a little underwhelming. I personally had been checking reservations consistently and snagged an evening time of 8:45 - upon booking you do put a card on file and they ask for special events - I indicated birthday. We arrived promptly but ultimately did have to wait slightly 5-10 minutes. They do have a small lounge for waiting. The aesthetic of the restaurant is very dark - with the curtains and brick wall etc. It is very comfortable and cozy but did have a moderate noise level. We ordered the caesar salad, fromage et poivre, the filet mignon steak frites, dirty rotten scoundrel and the crème brûlée for dessert. The caesar salad was one of my favorites for the first few bites but as we ate more, we quickly realized it was very very salty - to the point we did have to stop and drink water afterwards to clear our mouth of the taste. Which is also a very small cup of water you receive and aren't refilled as quickly as it should be. The fromage et poivre- was probably the winner of the two due to this. It was perfectly cooked pasta in a delicious earthy peppery sauce topped with cheese. For the entrees, the steak frites - probably the best filet mignon i've had ever. It was perfectly cooked to the temperature asked for and it was incredibly tender and full of flavor. They do give you a large amount of fries for the plate . I definitely did not finish them and upon the server clearing the plates I personally had to ask to get it boxed. The tables itself are also pretty close together where we were seated - it was a wall of a booth paired with a chair on the other side and several tables lined that way. The couple beside us, we could overhear them celebrating a birthday as well and their server offered a complimentary chocolate cake. We got excited for when it came time to order dessert as we had indicated on the reservation we were celebrating. However, nothing was mentioned to us at all of this. I did not inquire, and instead ordered the creme brûlée which was delicious but not out of ordinary. It is a very large portion and definitely can be shared. Overall, nothing I ate or experienced would make me beg to come back here. Things like the missed complimentary cake or the salty salad or having to ask for boxing are things that shouldn't occur with michelin star restaurants. A star indicates exceptional service, a harmony of flavors not overwhelming saltiness , and consistency which is not offering one thing to one customer and not to the other. The highlight was definitely the steak but nothing else. I would say it's a one and done for me. read more

For a Michelin star I was a little underwhelmed. We've been to a handful of Michelin star restaurants and the service has been over the top. Here, the service was not what I would expect. They forgot my drink for half of dinner, it took forever to get a glass of wine. The server would come at the most inopportune times, but then go missing for long periods. I absolutely love the beef tar tar table side presentation but the restaurant is small, and the servers would bump into each other with the carts The food was good, but not over the top. It was fine. I'd give it 3.5 stars.... But yelp doesn't allow for 1/2 stars. read more

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We had seen the buzz about the Michelin star and were able to get an earlier than expected seating so we took it! EVERY SINGLE BITE WAS BEYOND DELICIOUS. Subtle flavors that linger on the palate; excellent wine list as well as a good variety of beers. Because of the popularity and interest in this venue I felt we were somewhat pressured to conclude our visit earlier than we might have liked. There were several parties waiting for seating when we left so it's somewhat understandable. But overall, it was a delightful evening with dear friends, excellent food, excellent service and charming ambience. And let me add that I am absolutely on board with the current trend of using vintage china for serving dishes that many venues are using now. Such a unique glimpse of the past--mismatched and fun. read more

Scoundrel - The very understated menu. - French Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

Spectacular meal. The service was amazing and thoughtful. The FROMAGE ET POIVRE was one of the best appetizers we've ever had. Perfectly cooked pasta, with a creamy, peppery sauce that we couldn't get enough of. The ribeye was some of the best steak we've ever had. You have to squeeze the roasted garlic over the steak. It's the perfect enhancement. The bernaise sauce was the star of the sauces. The fries and broccoli were just ok. Really phenomenal meal. read more

Scoundrel - FROMAGE ET POIVRE - French Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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First off the vibe is cool, very chill place to bring friends, family, or have a date. Sat at the bar and had no problem getting in around 5p (all reservations are booked out till like February at the time of writing this) Food was excellent. I recommend the chicken! Ribs were wonderful in taste/texture but were overshadowed by the chicken and gnocchi combo. Make sure you get the bread too! Is it worth the Michelin star? I'm not so sure, but I'm not the one judging and will be back. It was quite good food and service read more

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We came here for a friends night out, and it turned into one of those nights where everything just exceeded expectations. Our server was fantastic, professional but still fun and easy to talk to. He made great recommendations, and kept things moving at just the right pace so we could actually relax and enjoy ourselves. The food really stood out. We started with the broiled oysters, which were cooked perfectly. The steak tartare was a highlight, especially with the tableside preparation, it well balanced and full of flavor. The steak frites came out just right, and the au poivre sauce was on point. And we couldn't skip dessert, the creme brule was spot on, with perfect crispy top and smooth, creamy center. Overall, just a really solid experience from start to finish. read more

Just tried for the first time, hopefully I can convince you to get the roasted chicken (I know, I know- sounds boring. But trust me here) it was AMAZING. Best chicken dish we've ever had- had a full on Ratatouille moment! I'm not even a gnocchi person & I'm sitting here craving it all over again. 10/10 Honestly- would skip the tomahawk next time! It wasn't bad but we have definitely had better, & based on the chicken dish we had, I would say the entree's are where they really shine! Crème brûlée was also very yummy. Look forward to trying again sometime. read more

Scoundrel - Roasted chicken and gnocchi - French Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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Excellent!! The ambiance is moody with an artistic flare. Our server was on top of things and our meal was perfectly staggered throughout the night. The duck was the best dish at the table (as agreed upon by all four people at our table). The steaks were all perfectly cooked and delicious! read more

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Ahh I really wanted to love this place. It's so cute inside but Overall it was not as good as I hoped. I of course reserved a reservation a month in advance as soon as I heard about the star. Wow I mean what an accomplishment. As soon as we arrived we were seated. The tables are very small for the meal we purchased so If you're lucky to get the booth with two people as some did take it. Started off with the Colin's baguette because duh bread. Wow this was my favorite part of the visit. I ended up ordering 2. As first time visitors I was very disappointed with my server. She didn't ask if it was our first time or even give us a rundown of the menu or what was recomended ,I think what was more disappointing was the couple that sat to the right of me who ordered a bottle of wine was given the full run down of the menu. We shared the waitress but I was seated first and she treated them much better than my table. And then to the left of me I witnessed not one but 2 couples come and go with a waiter and he gave both couples a full run down. I just wish my service would have been better however the girl (Kate) who refilled the water was so attentive and kind to us. I wish she would have been our waitress. Back to the food after seeing and talking to a few who were disappointed with their items we decided to play it safe and order the Tomahawk Ribeye with melted broccoli rabe, green salad, duck fat fries and the sauces. First we ordered our ribeye medium well and our waitress said I'll cook it medium because you can cook up not down. Well our steak was for sure not medium well. It did taste good however it wasn't special. The garlic was good. As for the salad which came out first. It was so wet which was fine but very vinegary. The melted broccoli rabe was so salty we could barely eat it which was disappointing and as for the duck fat fries. Nothing special. Skinny string fries with garnish. As for the sauces. I liked the light white sauce and then the gravy and then the basil? Last . During my wait for my steak which they say takes around an hour to prepare so order early. I asked for more bread. Well after 20 minutes of waiting we asked the water server about our bread and I think she informed our waitress because she came back and said I'm sorry I heard you say you were good with bread, not that you wanted more. Do you still want it? And I said yes. Bread came out 5 minutes later. I feel like after spending $260 which didn't include alcohol because we didn't drink during this meal. I really was hoping for a better experience. read more

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Great restaurant in downtown Greenville! Swung by for the happy hour at the bar and ordered the beef tartare bites, Caesar salad and the Lust for Life drink! Everything was great - the salad was huge and cheesey, the beef tartare bites were on a crispy potato patty paired with their dijonaise which was flavored perfectly. The bartenders were also super kind and observant. Can't wait to come back again! read more

Scoundrel - French Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

I'm still dreaming about the butter that came with the baguette appetizer. The chocolate cake was topped with what tasted like a sour cream whipped cream but it worked great together. Definitely recommend. read more

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Went back to get that Scoundrel Burger! What an outstanding burger! The duck fat fries are bomb too! read more

Scoundrel - The Scoundrel Burger! Outstanding! - French Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

Went in close to when they opened and they were already full! But put yourself on the waitlist, sometimes it isn't as long as predicted. We were able to get in at the happy hour/bar side. The staff were all pleasant to interact with. We ordered the Caesar salad to start and the beef tartare. Both were very delicious and reasonably priced. The steak and frites was my favorite. The sauce that comes with it is so delicious. And such a great price point! The place was busy but not too noisy. It has a very nice dim environment. It's hard to get in as there aren't many reservations available, so just go during happy hour and make sure it's right when they open, because people have been lining up. I dream about going back and having the steak again YUM!! read more

Scoundrel is always delicious The best deal is going early and sitting up at the bar They have a potato and caviar bite. That is perfection. The food in general is all delicious though, and the ambience is great read more

I just happened to snag a 715 reservation on a Friday during restaurant week. We have been wanting to go for a while now. First off I love the ambience and vibe. I like that it's a smaller scale venue. Our server Mel is top notch amazing and very entertaining. We really enjoyed her. I decided to order from the restaurant week menu. The table started with the beef tartare, escargot (not pictured, we devoured it quickly) and Caesar salad. All of the above were delicious. I particularly loved the French butter that came w the baguette. I would say their Caesar is on my top 5 favorites. I prefer a strip steak vs a filet so I ordered the coulotte. It was tender and flavorful. I would order again. Our children joined us and they had ordered the burger, it was very flavorful. We ended the meal with creme brûlée and chocolate cake. Both equally delicious! read more

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The server was very kind and attentive. He seemed to really enjoy his job and he was great at it. The food was phenomenal! We had the steak frites , duck, and crème brûlée to finish. i highly recommend the duck!! Not gamey at all, very very lite. read more

A lone wolf review but this experience was not worthy of the hype. Very mediocre...just a standard experience for DTG. Service was phenomenal. Well done...10 stars. But.... The food was blah...2.5 stars. I am curious to know what elevated this restaurant to Michelin recognition? What I experienced was no different than any other area eatery. The steak was ok...the sauce was not enjoyable. Fries? Come on...way too simple for the price. The sugar thickness on the crème brûlée was thick and burnt. Not pleasurable. Though, once we picked the burnt sugar off, the custard was nice. For me....it was LOUD...food was blah...and, it is a one and done. Too many other equally awesome eateries in DTG. Ride the star for as long as you can.... read more

My husband surprised me for my birthday with reservations at Scoundrel in n downtown Greenville, SC. It was an unforgettable culinary experience. From the moment we walked in, I knew we were in for something special. The atmosphere has this very cool vibe yet, not too pretentious. We were greeted, warmly and received immediately attention. We started off with a glass of wine. We enjoyed several appetizers and decided to share the special of the evening, a delicious fish dish for 2. It was all plated beautifully and did not disappoint on taste and flavor. The service from start to finish was absolutely Flawless. Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about the food they're serving. They made us feel like regulars on our first visit... and now, we will be! read more

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Great food and service. Only Michelin starred restaurant in Greenville. Great wine list and amazing cocktails to go with the wonderful food

Forget about going to scoundrel's. March 1 I reserved a table for April 16 on a Thursday evening. My wife and I came home cleaned up and dressed up nicely to go to the restaurant. When greeted we were told that we had no reservation unless we have proof on an email receipt. This is the third time we tried to visit this restaurant and we will never go back. Awful experience at the front desk with no accommodation. Good luck to Scoundrels read more

Great presentation and flavor. Service was great and thankful Greenville has a one restaurant to highlight Greenville as a foodie town read more

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We ate there on 20 February. The ambience and mood was very quiet subdued but the decor had the feel of a speakeasy. This is good for me :-) Food was five star, Service, four star and value three star, thus the rating. We started with the homemade bread with the wonderful butter, and then had a dozen oysters, both read more

INCREDIBLE experience!!! This restaurant is a true gem in Greenville, SC. Greenville's dining scene has been up and coming for many years now and this restaurant will carry us over the tipping point. My wife and I love everything about this restaurant: the ambiance, service and food. Their bread, caesar salad and steak frites are absolutely to dine for! Must visit when you are in Greenville! read more

where do I start? The best happy hour as far as quality and consistency is Scoundrel, hands down. The burger with duck fat fries, Cesar salad, and bone marrow are always good decisions. Pair with either a dirty martini or happy hour wine and you're ready for a great night. The service is outstanding - love the bartenders here. The ambiance is great here as well - just go check out the bathrooms! also a great date night spot! read more

Scoundrel - French Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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My son was entertaining his new music manager and decided to go to Scoundrel. I had been here once before so I knew what to expect. Scoundrel has a great atmosphere, welcoming ambiance and the staff is very accommodating, helpful and friendly. We ordered a good bit of food and everyone seemed to enjoy it. I am a picky eater on a gluten free pescatarian diet BUT there is a lot of seafood that I do not eat so there wasn't a large selection for me to choose from. The menu selection is definitely unique but very fitting as Scoundrel is unique in its own right. I chose the chicken which was delicious but I wish I didn't have to adjust my regimen for a lack of options. That's really my only complaint. I would definitely recommend it to others. It's a great spot with a unique vibe. Hopefully the next time I go, there will be a few more options on the menu. read more

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The best dining experience I've had in years! Everything was perfect and beautifully presented. The staff were totally on the ball. I can't wait to return! read more

Such a great experience! We went for Happy Hour with a group of 6 and sat in the lounge area. We were first in line, having gotten there at 4:30, 30 mins before the doors opened! We began with a couple of cosmos, an old fashioned, a glass of rose, plus a couple of drinks not on the Happy Hour menu, Miss Moneypenny and Red Lopez. All of the drinks were not skimpy on the alcohol! We ordered the escargot, fried panisse, grilled bone marrow, and steak tartare as appetizers. Everything was delicious, especially the steak tartare, so we ordered another! Then we all had the Lil Scoundrel burger and duck fat fries. The burger was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was so good, but the fries stole the show! We were so full, but we still shared the crème brûlée and the pistachio cronut for dessert! Both were delicious! The ambience was hip and cozy, the service was phenomenal, and the food and drinks beyond compare. We were planning our next visit before we left! read more

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Wowowowowow! This place is amazing! Came here with the girlfriend, we ordered the Tomahawk Ribeye, and have the duck fat fries to be our appetizer (they come with the meal). Fries were copper crisp without being burnt, and were packed full of flavor. The salad was perfect; the broccoli rabe was creamy and a little cheesy without being goopy or heavy. And the steak? The best steak of my life by far. Succulent, well flavored, nicely seasoned without ruining the natural flavor, cooked exactly right, and not too fatty either. Crème Brûlée for dessert defined "on point". Be aware, the decor in one bathroom is slightly racy. Cannot recommend Scoundrel enough! J.Ja read more

Scoundrel - Tomahawk ribeye - French Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

So I loved the vibe here pretty modern decor, cool French music and overall French motif. Service is fantastic very attentive and they made good suggestions. So I have had a variety of foods but never escargot or foie gras.. I had the opportunity to try both.as my party ordered both as an appetizer. So the escargot is just not for me ...but my friends loved it. The foie gras was good....just not my thing. The French fries --- were okay....again. I did not think they were that much better than some other places . (Just sayin) The Scottish salmon was delicious very different than how I am used to it being prepared My friends had the fish special which was a whole fish with shrimp and was quite a lot of meat. This was a lot even for two people.. I had a taste and fltl that it was okay... So if you like French food this may be a great place for you. I learned that French food ....may not be for me .. but that is ok. Also check out the bathrooms.. they are unisex and one is "quite " scandalous.. read more

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Happy Hour Done Right My wife and I stopped into Scoundrel for happy hour and were completely blown away. We sat in the cozy lounge chairs, which made the experience feel relaxed and intimate. The lighting was perfectly dimmed, and the music set just the right mood--not too loud, not too soft. We had the caviar, escargot, bone marrow, Caesar salad, burger, duck fat fries, and the house red wine--every dish was cooked and seasoned to perfection. The food was so good, we couldn't resist ordering dessert: the crème brûlée and fried croissant bites were the perfect finish. The food was so good we forgot to take pictures of everything. Our server Taylor M. was awesome--friendly, attentive, and made the night even better. We were already planning our return visit halfway through the meal. Scoundrel nails it. Highly recommend. read more

Scoundrel - Fried croissants or "cronuts". - French Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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We have only been for happy hour, but the deals are very good. Just eating area is cute and intimate, great for date night or a girls night out. They have great Waite staff who are attentive and very helpful. read more

Showed up with no reservation and sat in the bar area where they serve the full menu. The salad was the best I've ever had and the sauce for the half chicken was so flavorful. We were so happy we tried it out and can't wait to come back next time we're in town. read more

Scoundrel - Half Chicken and Filet Mignon Frites - French Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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Came here the other night with friends!! The staff was friendly, and attentive. We didn't do full meals but I plan to go back for dinner. The ambiance is great, and intimate. read more

Food was delish. Well priced for all you get, especially during happy hour. Inside was more moody and dark, outside front more casual read more

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Fiancé and I went last minute without a reservation, got a couple seats at the bar and had a great dinner here! Service from bartenders was great as well as the cocktails. We got the tuna carpaccio, Colin's baguette, bone marrow, beef tartare and split the filet. Carpaccio, tartare and filet definitely stole the show. Ambiance was very warm in cozy. Will definitely be back to try more of the menu! read more

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I think I got too excited about trying my first Michelin Star restaurant that I was left disappointed overall. We had this reservation for two months so very excited to try it, and it's definitely good, but each of the 6 of us at our table had critiques about each dish. Our server didn't seem to care if we were there or not, but I tell you the gentleman on the team named Micah made our night with his attentiveness and personality. I would come back if I knew he would be our server. Maybe it was because it was the start of restaurant week. Dint realize that when booking the reservation but that shouldn't matter. Our group is torn on coming back. read more

Great service! The interior was very classy. French fries were a popular choice. The burger during happy hour and the free wine was worth the money. The steak frites was overpriced, basically a burger in the shape of a of a steak. read more

Scoundrel - Steak Frites - French Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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I will never stop singing the praises of Scoundrel! Everything is DELISH! The service is top notch. Been for regular dinner service, restaurant week, and just a drink at the bar. All amazing experiences. Love the cozy vibes. read more