Updated October 2026 · 12 picks
First date or fifteenth anniversary, these Upstate restaurants set the mood: candlelit dining rooms, rooftop sunsets, Michelin-level cooking and wine lists you can get lost in.
Chef Joe Cash's intimate French bistro earned Greenville's first Michelin star, and it's the Upstate's top pick when you want to impress. Share oysters and caviar, then split the crispy roast chicken and the cronut dessert.
18 N. Main St., Greenville, SC 29601 · (864) 283-0095 · scoundrelgvl.com
View listingUpstairs overlooking Falls Park, Jianna pairs handmade pasta with a lively oyster bar and a balcony that's made for a sunset drink. The Michelin Guide recommends it, and its agnolotti and olive oil cake are reason enough to book.
600 S. Main St., Ste. 200, Greenville, SC 29601 · (864) 720-2200 · jiannagreenville.com
View listingIn the Village of West Greenville, this wine-focused spot lets you pick a bottle from its front shop and watch the cooks in a semi-open kitchen. A short, local menu and a well-priced tasting option make it ideal for an unhurried evening for two.
586 Perry Ave., Greenville, SC 29611 · (864) 219-3082 · theanchoragerestaurant.com
View listingA Michelin-recommended farm-to-table restaurant in the heart of Travelers Rest, Topsoil serves a seasonal three-course format built around what local growers bring in. It's a perfect excuse for a foothills date that feels miles from downtown traffic.
13 S. Main St., Travelers Rest, SC 29690 · (864) 400-5424 · topsoilrestaurant.com
View listingNow in Camperdown, Larkin's is a classic white-tablecloth room known for dry-aged steaks, crab cakes and Chilean sea bass, backed by a deep wine list. It's a reliable anniversary or special-occasion pick right on Main Street.
32 E. Broad St., Greenville, SC 29601 · (864) 467-9777 · larkinsgvl.com
View listingThis stylish Italian spot in Camperdown is all about wood-fired pizzas and house-made pastas like squid ink pasta and radiatori with beef bolognese. A warm, buzzy room and good wine make it an easy yes for date night.
40 W. Broad St., Greenville, SC 29601 · (864) 326-4817 · indacorestaurant.com
View listingO-Ku brings a sleek, dimly lit vibe to downtown with creative sushi rolls, crudo and nigiri flown in fresh. Order a few rolls to share and a sake flight for a date that feels a little big-city.
30 W. Broad St., Greenville, SC 29601 · (864) 326-4812 · o-kusushi.com
View listingPart wine shop and part restaurant, Northampton lets you pull any of roughly 1,500 bottles off the shelf and drink it with dinner for a small corkage fee. Small plates and a full menu make it a favorite for wine-loving couples.
211-A E. Broad St., Greenville, SC 29601 · (864) 271-3919 · northamptonwineanddine.com
View listingA longtime Augusta Road favorite, Augusta Grill is known for its crab cakes, filet mignon and a chalkboard menu that shifts with the season. The cozy, low-key room ranks near the top of diner ratings for Greenville fine dining.
1818 Augusta St., Greenville, SC 29605 · (864) 242-0316 · augustagrill.com
View listingDowntown Anderson's go-to for a special night out, Sullivan's serves bold American fare from premium steaks to fresh seafood in a classic setting. It's the spot Anderson couples pick for anniversaries and celebrations.
208 S. Main St., Anderson, SC 29624 · (864) 226-8945 · sullivansmetrogrill.com
View listingPerched atop downtown Spartanburg's AC Hotel, Level 10 pairs open-air sunset views with chargrilled oysters, dry-aged steaks and espresso martinis. It's the most romantic perch in Spartanburg.
225 W. Main St., 10th Floor, Spartanburg, SC 29306 · (864) 531-8825 · rickerwins.com
View listingSophia's is a cozy, candlelit Italian spot on Main Street that locals reach for on date nights and celebrations. Lobster ravioli, rigatoni al forno and house-made tiramisu are the moves.
155 W. Main St., Spartanburg, SC 29306 · (864) 754-4006 · sophiasrestaurantsc.com
View listingHow we picked: places that show up again and again in local and national coverage (Michelin Guide, Southern Living, Visit Greenville SC and others), cross-checked to make sure they're open in 2026.
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