Greenville in South Carolina is an incredible vacation hub for people of all ages. Be it biking or hiking trails, kayaking, zip lining, walking tours, educational activities, museums or historical sites, visual, cultural or performing arts… the list goes on. However, what stands out is the culinary culture of the city. You can enjoy a farm-to-table cuisine with your loved ones, drop by a fine-dining restaurant or just stop by the myriad food stalls in the city. In brief, the food here can satisfy many cravings. However, when you visit the restaurants with kids, the entire scene changes. You will have to ensure the restaurants have kid friendly meals and other comfortable options for them. The good thing is, there are plentiful kid-friendly restaurants in Greenville, South Carolina that will be more than happy to accommodate you and your family. Here is a great list that you can choose from.
1. Jason’s Deli
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Jason’s Deli is a place to quench your food cravings as the ambiance is perfect, and the food is scrumptious with a variety of yummy options for adults and kids alike. Known for their delicious sandwiches, crisp salads, and quality meals with no artificial trans fats, MSG, high-fructose corn syrup, or artificial colors and dyes, this is an ideal place for a healthy meal. Try their hot, mini sandwiches on potato slider buns or Irish Potato soup. They have a special kids menu with a variety of soups and drinks. Also, all kids meals include a choice of one drink: bottled water, organic apple juice, or organic low-fat white or chocolate milk. Kids can also build their own sandwich by choosing the bread, meat and spreads.
Jason’s Deli
Address: 824 Woods Crossing Rd, Greenville, SC 29607
Website: Jason’s Deli
Opening hours: 10:00 am -10:00 pm (daily)
2. On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
Go Mexican by enjoying the lip-smacking food at On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina. This cozy place with great staff and amazing ambiance has great made-to-order food choices, from hand-rolled enchiladas to sizzling fajitas and guacamole. They also have healthier options for kids on their menu. Kids can build their own mini-tacos and make it healthier by choosing soft corn tortillas for the fried ones and pick grilled veggies as a side. The mesquite-grilled fajitas, tacos, enchilada plate, cheesy chicken taquitos, grilled chicken soft taco and cheese quesadilla are other options worth trying. Drop by and enjoy the fresh border-style food.
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
Address: 74 Beacon Dr, Greenville, SC 29615
Website: On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm; Fri-Sat: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm; Sun: 11:00 pm - 10:00 am
3. Cici's Pizza
Welcome to Cici’s Pizza, a decent place to have yummy pizzas, tender and crispy chicken wings, and freshly baked desserts with your kids. On Mondays, kids aged three and under can enjoy a free meal with an adult buffet purchase. Kids will also enjoy being at the Fun & Games room in the restaurant.
Cici’s Pizza
Address: 583 Haywood Rd Ste. 503, Greenville, SC 29607
Website: Cici’s Pizza
Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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4. Tupelo Honey
Enjoy the authentic Southern cuisine at Tupelo Honey. A perfect family stop for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you can relish made-from-scratch biscuits with honey and jam and a special kids menu with plenty of options on delicious Southern classics that even the fussiest eaters can’t ignore. Some kid-friendly dishes worth trying are turkey & black-eyed pea chili, sassy chicken, Appalachian egg rolls and southern Poutine. With a casual ambiance, relaxed vibe and kid-friendly options like high chairs, changing tables and kid meals, this is a perfect spot for a happy family meal.
Tupelo Honey
Address: 1 N Main St Ste T, Greenville, SC 29601
Website: Tupelo Honey
Opening hours: Mon-Thu: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm; Fri: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sat: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sun: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
5. Quaker Steak & Lube
Game day wings at The Lube -where the kick is always good! Who are you rooting for today?
Posted by Quaker Steak and Lube on Saturday, 16 November 2013
This motor-themed restaurant will certainly pique kids’ interest, as there are vintage cars and motorcycle decorations throughout the place. Best-known for its jumbo chicken wings and signature dipping sauces, kids under eight can enjoy Lube Cruisers served with free fountain beverage, apple juice or low-fat milk and choice of carrots and ranch, Juicy Gels Snack Pack, applesauce, French fries or baked Cheddar Goldfish. Parents with toddlers can also ask for free Cheddar Goldfish. They also conduct kids events occasionally, so do check out the website before you go.
Quaker Steak & Lube
Address: 10 Chrome Drive, Greenville, SC 29615
Website: Quaker Steak & Lube
Opening hours: Friday & Saturday: 11:00 am - 1:00 am; Sunday - Thursday: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
6. Brixx Wood Fired Pizza - Greenville
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Here is one perfect place for your munchkins, who cannot eat food without idling around. Made of house-made dough, bread, hummus, meatballs, veggies, and cheese, you get the freshest food on the table. They also have vegan and vegetarian options, whole-wheat crust and gluten-free menu items. The lively ambiance, comfortable seating including booster seats and high chairs, crayons and a coloring sheet, and a block of raw pizza dough for kids to play with, will all keep the little ones occupied throughout. The kid’s menu offers a smaller version of the wood-fired pizza or pasta and meals include a drink. Tuesdays are best for kids as they eat for free from 4:00 pm -7:00 pm and children’s shows are aired on the big-screen televisions.
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza - Greenville
Address: 1125 Woodruff Road, Greenville, SC 29607
Website: Brixx Wood Fired Pizza - Greenville
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11:00 am - 2:00 am; Sun: 11:00 am - 1:00 am
7. Southern Fried Green Tomatoes
Having a blast at dinner! We love our customers!
Posted by Southern Fried Green Tomatoes on Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Enjoy quality home cooked meats and vegetables at this spacious, peaceful, kid-friendly restaurant in Greenville. Kids under 12 can have an amazing meal for under five USD. Kids may choose from a meat + two sides, three-vegetable plate. Options include Tuna Salad, Fried Chicken Leg, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Fried Chicken Tender, Hamburger or Cheeseburger and the like. What’s more? Kids eat free every Monday and Wednesday night from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm and all day Saturday.
Southern Fried Green Tomatoes
Address: 1175 Woods Crossing Rd, Suite 8, Greenville, SC 29607
Website: Southern Fried Green Tomatoes
Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm; Sunday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
8. Trappe Door
Enjoy munching at Trappe Door with your little ones, as this cozy Belgian-inspired downtown restaurant offers a great selection of food including creative sandwiches and other Belgian food. You have a variety of options including Seafood Waterzooi, Moules Mariniere, or Carbonades Flamandes. The kids menu includes a filet with two sides for nine USD. The ambiance is a bit different, as it is located underground. The cellar atmosphere adds to the thrill. Kids will be amused to see Tintin comics all over the bathroom. Enjoy food and drinks in this relaxed and cool place with your kids on a weekend.
Trappe Door
Address: 23 W Washington St, Greenville, SC 29601
Website: Trappe Door
Opening hours: Mon-Sun: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
9. The Melting Pot
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Enter The Melting Pot and get ready to unplug and unwind along with your family. You can enjoy an amazing meal of artisan cheeses, fresh salads, savory entrees, and tempting desserts. You will be amazed to see the variety of food and drinks on the menu and what will knock you out is the kid’s menu, consisting of Fun-due and kid cocktails! You can select your cheese fondue, salad, entree fondue, and dessert fondue and it is brought to the table. They mix it at your table—this would be an interesting sight for kids. The friendly staff will ensure your kids are happy and you can enjoy your food peacefully here.
The Melting Pot
Address: 475 Haywood Road, Unit 5, Greenville, SC 29607
Website: The Melting Pot
Opening hours: Mon-Thu: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Fri: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm; Sat: 12:00 pm - 11 pm; Sun: 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
10. Mutts BBQ Restaurant
Posted by Mutt's BBQ on Monday, 21 November 2016
Where else can you enjoy the smoky flavor of an awesome barbecue other than in a log cabin? Head to Mutts BBQ Restaurant with your kids and enjoy their sandwiches, fried shrimp and chicken, roasted chicken, sweet potato crunch or maybe the yummy banana pudding. Kids will love the train and train horn button behind the restaurant. Mutts is known for their delicious buffet and kids three and under eat free. The kids menu includes a BBQ sandwich, chicken fingers or corn dog and drink with one side.
Mutts BBQ Restaurant
Address: 101 West Road, Greer, SC 29650
Website: Mutts BBQ Restaurant
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm; Fri: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm; Sat: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm; Sun: 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
Greenville: a food lover's destination
From cafes, tea bars and juiceries, barbecue, international cuisine and soul food, steak houses, food trucks and pizza parlors, fine dining to bakeries and sweet treats—Greenville’s myriad restaurants will give you some serious options. However, nothing can beat a happy friendly meal with your family. Take your kids with you and explore the variety of food options in one of the above listed kid-friendly restaurants. We are sure you will enjoy the experience.
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