Have eaten at Elliott's a couple of times. Both times, the food was wonderful and the service was…read moregreat! Florence Big Band on the 2nd Tuesday of the month is awesome entertainment!

Elliot's catered an event at our home and I can't say enough wonderful things about the food,…read morehospitality and service. Elliot and Jennifer were both present at the event, setting up and overseeing everything. We also had two server's who made it all so special and we didn't have to worry about anything.

AWESOME Music great and people…read moreAmazing. We ate Wings etc which were great. Don't miss it

Excellent live music and good food. But it's very narrow. Come early if you want a seat.read more

A Florence standout worth returning to!…read more As a San Francisco Bay Area foodie, I'm always searching for restaurants that care about sourcing, seasonality and the entire dining experience. Town Hall checked those boxes for me a couple of years ago, so when work brought me back to Florence, I knew exactly where I wanted to eat. I looked at other options first, but nothing appealed to me at quite the same level. Town Hall's farm-driven, Southern-inspired menu, shareable plates and beautiful setting won me over again. And I'm happy to report: the second visit was every bit as memorable as the first. We started with the house-made cornbread and honey butter at our server's recommendation. Be warned: this stuff is dangerous. Hot, sweet and almost cake-like, with that honey butter melting into it. We promptly ordered another basket. Cocktails were equally impressive. I ordered a Sidecar, and when our server asked my cognac preference, my colleague volunteered Hennessy. Hennessy it was--and it made one spectacular Sidecar. For dinner, our server described a scallop special served over a shrimp étouffée-style preparation with microgreens. Sold. I paired that with the wedge salad because, well, I needed some roughage. The wedge came beautifully dressed with blue cheese, tomatoes, pickled red onion and bacon. The scallops were beautifully seared and tender, and the rich sauce underneath made the dish. My dining companions joined the fun with the house-made sausage, another order of the scallops, and a ribeye with French fries swapped in for the creamed corn--a little steak frites moment. Everything landed beautifully. What impressed me almost as much as the food was the service choreography. Our server was knowledgeable, personable and attentive without hovering. There was thoughtful table touching throughout the evening. Our dishes arrived together, and no plates disappeared while someone else was still eating. Those details may seem small, but polished hospitality lives in those details. We were far too full for dessert, so we called it a night--happy, well-fed and already talking about how good everything had been. Town Hall is the kind of restaurant I hope to find when traveling for work: locally driven, interesting food, strong cocktails, beautiful surroundings and service that understands hospitality. Two visits several years apart, and both delivered. If you're in Florence--or passing through South Carolina on your way toward the coast--Town Hall is worth making part of the trip. Life is too short not to eat well, sleep well, travel well and shop well. Get out there and find your next destination.

They were kind enough to let us order from the menu but eat upstairs. Service was a little slow but…read moreotherwise great. Such wonderful vegetarian options! The creamed corn was delicious. Collards are technically I think cooked with meat but didn't have super heavy flavors for those that may still eat meat. Corn bread was absolutely delicious. Snap peas were delightfully sautéed in a cast iron with almost a blackened flavor. Highly recommend rooftop!!

My husband and I made a great decision yesterday when we decided to try this place!…read moreHubby wanted sushi, so we picked the tongueburner roll. There's some heat to it, but it's definitely not as bad as I thought it would be. The spice level is still manageable even if you don't like "spicy". The flavors in the roll were so balanced. I loved it! Hubby ordered the hibachi burrito (which he was quite pleased with) and I ordered the cheeseburger chimichanga. Oh my goodness!!! It was like 100 bites of bacon cheeseburger with queso on top! Sooooo yummy!! Our waitress was welcoming and attentive and my cup was never empty. We will have to visit again because we had a few other sushi rolls and menu items on our list!

Queso Need I say more!?…read moreGreat chips Quick and friendly service! Everything was good.

Wholly Smokin' in Florence was a very good stop, especially if you're looking for barbecue with a…read morefun, casual atmosphere. I had the pulled chicken platter with lima beans and corn, plus a side of fried okra. Anjelina had the small pulled pork platter with slaw and the lima beans and corn. The food was DELICIOUS. Both the pulled chicken and pulled pork were tender, well cooked and full of flavor. The sauces were particularly good. The Kansas City style was sweet and savory, while the Carolina mustard sauce was tangy with just enough kick. Both were excellent with the barbecue. As usual, dining out for us requires a little more homework than simply deciding what sounds good. Between the two of us, we bring a tree nut allergy, Alpha-Gal syndrome, a gluten allergy and dairy sensitivity to the table -- with diabetes thrown in as the kicker, just in case ordering dinner was getting too easy. Our waiter seemed to genuinely understand the allergy issues and was confident in the restaurant's ability to accommodate them. He was friendly, helpful and made us comfortable with our choices. When you're dealing with actual food allergies, that confidence and knowledge matter. The dining room was spacious, clean and had a good casual barbecue atmosphere. There was also a live band playing while we were there, which we weren't expecting but ended up really enjoying. They were good, although the music made things a little loud. Wholly Smokin' works well for a casual date, getting together with friends or just a good everyday meal. I'd also be comfortable using it for a casual business lunch or dinner, although the live music could make conversation more difficult depending on when you visit. Good barbecue, excellent sauces, friendly service and a positive experience navigating our somewhat ridiculous collection of dietary restrictions. We'd happily eat here again.

We went for lunch and decided to get carry out. The staff was very helpful as soon as we walked in…read morethe door. They were smiling and welcoming. I asked for a drink of tea while we waited. I got my tea right away. The food came out in a respectable amount of time and the quantity was very good. The decorations were pretty nice the atmosphere was great and friendly.

If you love exploring, you have to stop by this hidden gem! Food was absolutely delicious and more…read morethan enough. The lighting, scenery, and creativity is out of this world. On top of all of that, the service was excellent. You should ask for Skylar, she's an amazing hostess! If you're on your way to the beach, or on a business trip like myself, don't hesitate to try this secret, you'll never forget it.

We had such a great experience! The atmosphere is fun and unique, and definitely makes this…read morerestaurant stand out. Our food came out hot, fresh, and delicious, and our server was very attentive and knowledgeable throughout our meal. As a family, we especially loved all of the different areas for the kids to play and explore. Their favorite was the ice cream truck, where they got to pick out their own dessert. It was such a fun touch and made the experience even more memorable for them! Great food, great service, and plenty to keep the kids entertained. We would definitely come back!

Not the same since 2 years ago! Horrible burnt food!…read more Had no wine on a Friday night at 7pm! Juice only cocktails! I treated 5 ladies to appetizers and drinks and all them complained!! Waitress was friendly and pleasant. Just go to a sit down restaurant and have a better experience. You've Been Warned!

I was visiting my son in SC , my homegirl picked me up for food and drinks since I was in town…read more This is a good local spot, we were greeted kindly upon entry. Our bartender Justin was super cool and friendly. There were plenty of food and drink options . You can tell it's a local spot people come to have a good time . Black owned as well, but what I loved most all the diversity of people enjoying their time at the establishment! Now for the food and drinks , I ordered buffalo wings , fries, and fried pickles. They were all so good and fresh! The dipping sauce for the pickles idk what it was but I needed two of em! Drinks just did his thing with the lemon drops. Freshly squeezed lemon to be exact!!! The music was good aswell. Stop in if you can!!

Southern hospitality and tasty food! We stopped here for lunch in between Savannah and Maryland. It…read morewas a great find! Definitely worth going a few miles off the highway. The outside is fun, and available for us since we had our dog. The servers were all very nice and intuitive - we ordered a chicken sandwich with two sides and they split it in half on two plates without us asking. Great service! The food and beer were both tasty! We tried the pub chicken sandwich which was honestly fantastic on its own. I don't really like bacon and I LOVED the bacon on the sandwich. The chicken was also perfectly cooked. The sandwich was overall 10/10. For our sides, we tried the vinegar slaw which was so yummy, crunchy and light, and the Mac and cheese which was baked and tasty! For beer we tried the Goldilocks blonde, high time ipa, tiger blood ipa, and sunset summer ale. They were all yummy and refreshing!

We found this place by just googling dog friendly and it it. We enjoyed the laid back feel sitting…read moreoutside eating dinner and watching kids play in the open area. We were traveling through and had our dog with us so outside seating was important. There's a covered front patio and another area along side the building. Hubby and I enjoyed our meals and they even had a light tasting beer for him.

Dizzy Crab is the 3rd of these similar restaurants in Florence this one across street from Ollie's…read more Upon entry you immediately see the vibe that is going on here, the waitresses are all dressed in booty shorts w skimpy tops cleavage all in your face, I got immediate Hooter's dejavu. Seating is high top tables around one side and other side is bar with stage at back for musicians or miscellaneous. Waitress tells me music starts at 10 till 2am, one of only places in Florence open past 9pm. The menu has the most variety of two other similar restaurants in Flo, steak, po boy, bag boil, crab, pasta, soup, prices are reasonable. I went with Grouper Po-boy wifey w shrimp/crawfish boil bag. Mine was pretty good , she said hers was too oily but she did eat most of it. Note: plain rice is not a side only rice pilaf for all you rice fans. Bahama Mama mixed drink strong refreshing. 4% charge if paying with credit card, written in small print on menus. I would give it another try or two to sample steak or for cocktails. Not bad, might say a local gem.

A total dive bar, and trust me, I love a good dive bar. Food is all frozen and then fried, bland at…read morebest.

This place goes to the top of my list as one of the absolute coolest hang-out places in town. Only…read moreplace to go where you can sample different wines on daily basis. Only $7 to taste multiple wines (which change week to week), and you don't have to wait a month for the next 'wine tasting'. Grotto has an actual tasting bar, plus an option to order a plate of exotic salami and cheeses which can't be bought locally. This gives Grotto a huge advantage over Mickey Fins which is set up like the inside of a gas station. Mickey fins has competitive pricing, and a very large selection, but does not do daily tastings, nor do they have a bar/sit down area. Both know their wines well, both have been friendly and helpful. Overall, this is a wonderful place to buy wines or to relax and socialize with friends!

I don't live in Florence, but I travel here to visit my wife's family at least once a year. I also…read morelove a great glass or bottle of wine and I really love it when I'm enjoying said wine in a lovely and warm place with lots of atmosphere and great people. All of this is true of The Grotto, and more. Vince and Maura, the owners of this lovely wine bar, are amazing! They have really managed to create something special. They both really love and really know wine! And they love to talk with people, from the beginner to the expert, about vino. Vince has amassed a truly impressive and unique collection of wines that you won't be able to find anywhere except maybe Charleston. And he's very good at helping people find interesting and unique wines at great prices. If you like or love wine, check this place out. I can't emphasize it enough. You won't regret it!