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    Carolina Drive In

    3.4 (33 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Fast Food
    Closed • 6:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    CAROLINA DRIVE IN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Jennie R.

    Four stars because it's exactly what you should expect. Big menu. You'll get hungry when you walk in from smelling the fried food. This is no place for the health conscious, gluten free, hipster meal. It's good, though you'll likely regret it later!

    The baby club and a hot dog with chili!

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    2 days ago

    Checked out this place on our trip. It's so good. If you like real Southern food, this fits the bill. Order gravy with the french fries.

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    3 years ago

    Great service and food!!!. I've never had fries and onion rings that were so tasty as here.

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    8 years ago

    My family and I love this place. The lamb gyros are some of the best in Greenville, and the service is always really great.

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    9 years ago

    The cheese burgers are to die for the staff is quick to serve you and the over all quality of the experience is amazing.

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    9 years ago

    This a fantastic place to eat. The staff are friendly and the food is great. I highly recommend and I'll come back.

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    Very nice family owned business. Food was fresh and well prepared. The home-made chili was very good!

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    8 years ago

    The food is great. They have the best collard greens of any place I've ever ate. They also have great fried chicken.

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    11 years ago

    I come here every time I'm in Greenville. Best place ever - great food and great people. Get the chili cheese fries!

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