I really wanted to LOVE this place considering the reviews but I felt like it was just pretty average. We went twice and both times it the hosts were not very pleasant, and the first time our server was super dismissive. I will say the second time our server was very sweet and attentive! The food was good, we went for breakfast one day and then did dinner another night. The breakfast/brunch was fine. Coffee was good, and our server was saying how amazing their French toast was, I thought it was underwhelming at best. The presentation is beautiful but the actual flavor was a bit bland. The shrimp and grits was a hit though, highly recommend! read more

Soby's - New American Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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We've gone here a few times before shows at the Peace Center. It's just a couple blocks away. This last time, as usual, it was packed. We asked for a table for three and we were seated right away. The pork belly appetizer was amazingly delicious. I'd make the drive back just for that. Try it. Really Husband had the short ribs. He got his plate and we didn't hear another word from him til his plate was empty. Grandson loved the crab cakes. I had the veggies. Pretty good! The cabbage was a tad too vinegary but that didn't stop me from eating it. Try this place when you're in the area. Delicious food every time. read more

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Made a reservation on Opentable. Stated it was business on the reservation so was surprised we were seated at a table in the middle row of tables and closest to the station where all the food comes out. Most of the tables were empty when we were seated. Very disappointed and by the time I realized how hard it was to talk/hear, it was too late; the place had filled up. Started with the Lady Diana cocktail which was delicious. It used a fresh cold pressed juice from down the street. I would get this again. We split two appetizers between three of us. The Fried green tomatoes were salty but good. Perfectly breaded. Mushrooms were creamy from the beans and amazing. But also too salty. I was starting to feel full so I only got the soup and a side of broccolini. Plus I had to save room for the banana cream pie, of course. The soup was rich and delicious. I could taste the Sherry. broccolini was cooked to perfection. Loved the pie too. Would get these three again! read more

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My family and I dined at Soby's this past Friday for the first time. Where do I begin?? Everything was AMAZING! Our waiter, Cody, was wonderful. The food and ambiance OUTSTANDING! We will definitely be back! read more

I really enjoy upscale takes on traditional southern cooking and Soby's fit the bill. The dark hardwood interior adds to the overall experience. The fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese provided a new twist. The pork tenderloin was just that: tender. This place is definitely worth a try! read more

Soby's - Cider Brined Heritage Pork Chop - New American Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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Had to grab brunch before heading home from a full weekend of wedding festivities and so much good food. We were at Soby's for the welcome party on Friday but we didn't get the chance to eat here. It was right across the street from our hotel so I wanted to check out their brunch. They have a great patio for warmer weather and they have upstairs and downstairs seating inside. The kitchen is open so it's fun to be able to watch the chefs cooking up the food. What we ordered: Lemon Ricotta & Blueberry Pancakes - Fresh lemon, ricotta and blueberry maple syrup. I got these and they were so light and fluffy. I wanted more syrup but I'm sure I could have asked for it. Fried Bologna Sandwich - Bologna, American Cheese, Fried Egg, Dukes Mayo, Crispy Potatoes. I tried a bite of this and it was what you would expect a fried bologna sandwich, and it was tasty. Crispy Fried Chicken Biscuit- Buttermilk Biscuit, Sausage Gravy, Herbs. I didn't try this but everyone who ordered it said it was delicious. I do wish they'd had a larger selection for brunch. The menu seemed limited to me and it would have been nice to have other options for picky eaters (not me, haha!) read more

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My wife and I had a great dinner at Soby's tonight. Sammi was our server and was very attentive and knowledgeable. We had the short ribs and a scallop special for entrees that were great. It was not too hot so we ate outside and there was a great vibe. There was a great street musician playing across the street and great people watching as well. We will definitely go back. read more

We finished a five day trip to Greenville by having dinner at Soby's. It was packed on a Friday night serving up their "reimagined" Southern Fare. Ordinarily, I would dive in and tell you about all the great food, instead I want to give props to the two line cooks working the Grill and Sautée stations in the kitchen.  Our table on the second level looked right down the back (cooking) line. If you've watched The Bear television series you get to see a dramatized version of how a commercial kitchen operates. At Soby's  we saw these two guys in action.  A nine-steak order at four different temps, no problem. They mowed through an average of 9-10 tickets on the "rail" all night with God knows how many orders per ticket.  Great job. Great job indeed!  We  started our dinner with the Mussles Mariniere sautéed in a bacon, leeks, Manzanilla sherry, cream.  So good.  I wish the chef would serve four pieces of toast with the dish so you could soak up more of the sauce. I had to try the She Crab Soup, as it is one of my favorites, and Soby's version with aged sherry bowled me over.  For our entrees, our server suggested a combination of half portions of their Shrimp and Grits and Crab Cakes.  Apparently my wife is not the only one who couldn't decide between the two, and thus a special was born. The crab cakes had a sweet corn maque choux and were served with haricots verts and a mashed potatoes, remoulade. From words on a menu to executed perfection it was a perfect blend of flavors. The shrimp and grits were good, not the best we have ever had, but again perfectly prepared. My entrée was the Braised Beef Short Rib served with mashed potatoes and a Black Garlic Molasses Jus. I watched my dudes on the line make over 20 of these before mine arrived at the table. Fork-tender, the meat had a great depth of flavor from its long journey of preparation.  I ate every bite, OK except for the payback bites to my wife for sampling her special. We finished dinner with a piece of their Limoncello Cheese cake followed espressos and Ameretto. Our waitress was perfect all evening.  She had a very busy section, but kept the coursing of dinner moving in a relaxed pace. We never felt rushed. Before I end, a word about wine at Soby's.  When you arrive at the table, you are given a wine tome. Not a sheet of paper or a wine list you are used to seeing in most establishments.  This was a tomb, bound in a metal cover.   Soby's owner is a vinophile and has amassed over 2500 wines on the list, that is always changing as choices are enjoyed and more added.  It really is quite a stunning list. So get you some Soby's if you're in town.  It was a wonderful experience.  You too can enjoy food bliss read more

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This is a must try in Greenville! Every time I'm down here for work this is a must stop. If you're a shrimp and grits fan, you'll love it. Everything about it is fantastic but the sauce is definitely what makes it so good. I've never tried anything else because I enjoy the shrimp and grits so much but I'm sure the rest of the food is great! Very cool modern interior with a nice outdoor patio. Service is always great as well. Overall highly recommend giving this a try. read more

We had a wonderful dinner at Soby's recently. The service and food were superb. We enjoyed the onion and Gruyère tart, brussel sprouts, crab cakes and venison. Our server/ sommelier Keri, was especially knowledgeable of the wine selection. She was witty, entertaining and most of all a consummate professional. Totally recommend dinner at Soby's. Thank you, Keri!!! read more

Very good food and service!! We ordered 3 of their popular dishes and they were better than expected!

We had another wonderful experience here. I made reservations online which is always a good idea! The staff is so friendly! Amanda was our server and she was amazing. Super attentive and sweet. We started off with the brussel sprouts which I highly recommend. The goat cheese was so smooth and creamy and the ham that came with it was crispy and so flavorful. We also got the calamari and it was a generous portion and the breading was so light and airy. I got the shrimp and grits. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and they were so plump. I added some hot sauce to it. My friend got the fried chicken and absolutely loved it. We got the passionfruit cheesecake and I took a bite. It was very tart but so smooth and creamy. This place is a must when coming to Greenville. read more

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Best meal I've ever had with a stunning, relaxing ambiance. I got the halibut special and the drinks were amazing as well. 10/10 definitely recommend read more

Soby's - Halibut Special and Espresso Martini - New American Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

This review will be different than most, as I came here on a business trip with about 30 people. Our group took up an entire section upstairs and multiple staff, so your experience will most likely vary quite a bit. First, let's start with the staff: We were seated very promptly upon our arrival, which is always good to see that they have things ready for a large group rather than 30 people waiting in the lobby filling up the doorway. So kudos on that to start with. The staff was very friendly, helpful and attentive. Drinks were refilled promptly and bussing was also done quickly as well, which helps keep a large group table clear for the next round. The Food: We had a pre-set menu with smaller choices than the regular menu. We were presented with the Charcuterie Board, the pimento Cheese and the Calamari for our appetizers. All of which were great, but the star of the show was that Pimento Cheese. As a displaced Texan, I was super happy with this dish! I asked the waitress which dishes they were known for and ended up going with the She-Crab Soup and the Crab Cakes. Yes, double crab, don't judge me. Both dishes were amazing, super happy with these choices based on our abbreviated menu. for dessert I chose the Cheesecake, because I'm a sucker for cheesecake. During the time I was visiting it was peach harvest season so Peach Cheesecake it was. With the peaches being so fresh it was quite tasty, no complaints here. The Joint: Pretty cool old building, lots of brick and old world feel here. The kitchen seemed oddly located right smack dab in the middle of everything, which is cool, but as a professional kitchen designer, it could use a facelift and a good scrubbing. Looking down from the loft above where we were seated you could really see the hustle and bustle of the kitchen staff, as well as see all the nitty-gritty. It's cool, but like I said, could use a facelift and a good cleaning. The downfall of such a prominent kitchen is, you gotta keep it looking the part. To cap this off, I really enjoyed my visit here and loved the food. I'd recommend this place to anyone passing through or anyone who is a local. read more

We had the Shrimp & Grits, Truffle Mac n Cheese, Steak special, and Pistachio Layer Cake. Every dish was fantastic, and our waiter made the experience even better with attentive, outstanding service. I wish I remembered his name to give him his props read more

Soby's - Shrimp and Grits - New American Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

Food: 5 Drinks: 5 Customer Service: 5 Location: 5 Parking: 5 Cleanliness: 5 This restaurant is situated in the heart of the downtown Greenville located on main street. Our 2nd floor table provided a clear view of the chefs working in the kitchen. I would highly recommend you to have reservations, because this is a very popular restaurant in Greenville. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious and mouthwatering starters and main courses that will appeal to everyone. I had a fish with shrimp and myhusband their braised beef short ribs. . They were all exquisite. Everything we ate was fresh and delicious. The chefs use the best quality ingredients to produce dishes that are simply delightful. The restaurant also offers a wonderful drink menu, and also have a full bar as well. Our waiter was very attentive, friendly, and professional. He gave us some great menu suggestions , and I'm sure that we will be back to give them a try. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking for an excellent dining option. read more

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Delicious food. Great service. Beautiful building. This is an easy four star for me. The only negative I have is the ambient noise. The brick walls are amazing and the open dining hall stunning, but the reverberations from all the conversations around the restaurant make dinner conversation a challenge. The food is everything you expect from a restaurant like this. Keep in mind you're paying for it, but the prices here are in range for this level. I was around $55/person including tip. I heard lots about the she crab soup ahead of time and it didn't disappoint. Rich and flavorful. I would go back just for that. My sea bass was equally good. I loved every bite. The crawfish rice was subtle alongside and the green beans had a nice snap to them, not flimsy like most restaurant beans. For dessert, which I did not have room for but finished anyway, I went with the signature white chocolate banana cream pie and that was the perfect ending to a great dinner. My last comment is our server was a delight, charming and funny, he was genuine and took great care of our party. I'm hoping to return! read more

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Appetizers: 4/5. Highly recommend The fried green tomatoes and calamari but the grilled octopus fell short in terms of portion. We had 4 small pieces for $18. Dinner: 5/5 we ordered the shrimp n grits, crab cakes and fried chicken. All were amazing. Server: 5/5 Donny was awesome. He was personable, talkative and knew a lot of Greta recommendations. read more

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Back in town for a meeting and I'd been hearing the hype on Soby's so we decided to check it out. Not open on Monday, so we set a reservation for Tuesday. We were greeted from a cheerful staff who paid attention to our needs, but weren't hovering or distracted (a great balance for places these days). I can't say enough about the biscuits that they start you off with, so I'll be brief, they are wonderful! The Mushroom app was terrific, with a sherry glaze that really zoomed the flavor of the fungi and the crispy kale gave it a counter balance that was delish. I am such a fan of Pimento Cheese we had to dive in to this unique presentation. While not so much a fan of Okra, the pickled accompaniment was tasty. We shared our main, the Quail, which was enough for us after our starters (and those heavenly biscuits). The bird came with a creamy potato base and had a seasoned cornbread Stuffing. The pearl onions and asparagus were a nice side. Our only complaint was the sour cherry wasn't drizzled on, it was a bit more of a large pour, which overwhelmed the other seasonings and spices. All in all, we would say the hype is deserved and the trip to Greenville more complete because of the meal. read more

My server tried. I ordered sticky buns for an app and twice it came out cold on a cast iron skillet. I guess that was for show, because it was not hot out of an oven. Terrible kitchen and I got up and left cash on the table to go find a restaurant that gave a crap. read more

Short rib with mashed potatoes was AMAZING!!!! Loved the ambiance in the restaurant too. The complimentary valet was great - Adam working the valet was very kind I'll definitely be back! read more

Our server, Donnie was truly excellent. He knew the menu and had great recommendations. Our food was exceptional, as were our drinks. The music and atmosphere were also wonderful! We are from out of state, and found the restaurant from a Google search. We are glad we chose it! read more

Everything about this experience was great. Our server was friendly and attentive and the food was great. I would definitely recommend giving this place a try. read more

Soby's - Crab cake - New American Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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Below standard food was served like it been under light for 20 min customer service was below par

OK peeps here's the scoop. I'm from California and I absolutely love this place. My daughter lives here and she had never been here either so we thought we would take a stroll and we came to Sobey's. The people there are so friendly. The food is absolutely delicious beyond @10+ plus plus. Our server Alicia was the best and very intuitive. We went there for our birthdays month ,both of us and she treated us so kind and the desert was to die for. We also had the pleasure of meeting Ken who gave us a secret tour of the wine cellar. Let us not forget to mention the playlist that they have is so fun from the 70s . Guess where I'll be going for my actual birthday. Wether you live here in Greenville or you're visiting you need to come here read more

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High top tables are first come first served Valet parking based on tips You can make reservations Seating inside and out Just one sheet menu read more

Soby's - Fried chicken with Mac cheese with broccoli - New American Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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Server - Amy Excellent. Perfectly timed. Meal - Saturday Brunch What would we order again? Pecan Cinnamon Roll Short Rib Hash Crab Cake Bagel and Lox BUT tell them to cut the tomatoes thick. The tomato's were cut so thin they were mush. read more

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Always a solid dining experience. Great service, outstanding food and drinks and usually a good bourbon selection as well.

Had a wonderful experience at Soby's after seeing a show at the Peace Center. The food - salmon and fried chicken were both well prepared and delicious. A purple tomato appetizer was a special treat. The BEST part of our dinner was our server, Stefan. He was so friendly and really helped us narrow our choices about what to order. He was attentive and took care of everything we needed. Interacting with him was truly a great part of our meal. read more

This was by far one of the best experiences I've had in a long time! I ordered the short rib and French toast and both were a 10 out of 10. The atmosphere was busy but good. The food came out super fast and my boyfriend said his eggs were a little too salty. There was no hesitation she got him a new order of everything and still within a matter of minutes. This is definitely one of my new brunch spots in Greenville read more

A group of us came to Soby's for dinner. We were celebrating the retirement of a friend and coworker. The inside of Soby's is really cool. I love the wood floor and beams. Soby's was packed for a Monday night, which probably speaks to the restaurant's reputation. Some of the things that stood out to me: A great wine list, top notch service, great, and a bustling atmosphere. We ordered three appetizers for the table. Crispy Ham And Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Fried Calamari, and Grilled Octopus. Of them I preferred the calamari. The brussel's sprouts were (to me) a take on brussel's sprouts and bacon, just not as flavorful as I've had before. The octopus had a pretty nice texture, but the pale, red sauce that it was doused in was missing something (acid). I hemhawed (hawed the hem?) about ordering several items and was really leaning toward the shrimp and grits. I ended up ordering Duck Confit because duck is delicious and not found at most restaurants. The duck came with Sea Island baked red peas, baby arugula, and an orange vinaigrette. The red peas were pretty good, slightly sweet with an interesting flavor. The duck was cooked almost too much. It would have been falling off the bone if it had contained more moisture, but the edges were crispy. Overall it was bland and needed salt badly. The vinaigrette helped add a little flavor, but not enough. At least three others at the table ordered the filet and the consensus was that it was some of the best steak they had eaten in recent memory. The shrimp and grits were reported to be great as well. A few people at the table finished with key lime cheesecake, which I was told was delicious. Lastly but not leastly, the service was great despite the sheer number of customers requiring service. read more

We had only tried Soby's during Fall for Greenville. but we decided to give them a try during restaurant week. Started with she crab soup it was really good. Next had the lamb that came over grits. The lamb was tender and flavorful the grits were creamy. I wasn't a fan of the carrots undercooked and bland.Lastly, I had the strawberry and cream cake. It was moist. I would definitely return. read more

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I was joined by over ten co-workers for a team dinner. The atmosphere was relaxed, food great, and service was great. They also have Mocktails available for those who do not drink alcohol and they taste great! They have vegetarian options which also tasted great. The service we received was top notch and I would highly recommend this establishment. read more

Soby's - New American Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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This review is a few weeks old as we spoke to a manager & he promised to follow up but never did, so here goes: Seated at a tall boy in the bar area with my husband. Service was initially friendly but the table next to us were off duty servers & kept calling for more drinks or jumping up & serving themselves behind the bar. It was obvious they were past tipsy but they kept getting free drinks - I know they were free because they toasted "To free drinks" every time our waitress brought them another round. I ordered the vegetable plate which was tasty, thus the 2 stars, but our waitress virtually abandoned us after the food was delivered to hang with the off duty table. I had to get up & find another server for the bill. When we left the off duty server table was shouting & yelling to other tables. Very unprofessional. I did ask to speak to a manager & let him know our experience. He promised to follow up with us as our meal was a pretty dismal experience but no one ever followed up. Last time for us there. Uck! read more

Wow, what a great experience! The restaurant was much bigger than it looked from outside but the food and service were quaint and wonderful! My steak was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. The pistachio cake with raspberry gelato was read more

We are from Wisconsin and were in Greenville for a wedding. We needed a place for breakfast and ask a person on the street where we should go. It's definitely a great thing that we ran into her. We ended up at Soby's and Stefan our waiter was THE BEST WAITER WE HAVE EVER HAD!!! This young man was the most polite waiter we have ever had waited on us. Yes sir, yes mam after every conversation. His recommendations were spot on. Sticky Bun to start off. Crab cakes for my wife and Biscuits and gravy for myself. Ask for Stefan if you go to Soby's he will definitely make your day. And the food is awesome. read more

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It was good! Everything could have been a little warmer... our waitress was super nice and quick! Crab cakes were not the best I've ever had, but I still ate it all and left relatively happy. Cocktail menu was great. read more

Soby's - Crab Cakes - New American Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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We went here for dinner last night as it was our 28th wedding anniversary. Our waiter Michael came to our table within 2 minutes of us being seated and took our drink order. I'm a big fan of gin & tonic so I ordered one and it was really good. My wife ordered a glass of Riesling (her favorite) and she commented on how good it was. And their calamari is out of this world. Now it's time for entrees. I ordered the bacon wrapped pork tenderloin and my wife ordered filets mignon. Hers came with grilled broccoli and red potatoes and mine came with grilled broccoli and mashed potatoes. Both were phenomenal and we cleaned our plates. Then for desert she had creme brûlée and I had coffee & Bailey's. Overall it was a great visit. We've been here several times in the past for birthdays, anniversaries, etc, but I would like to come here with more frequency. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because this isn't a regular place for us. But maybe it will be in the future. read more

Soby's - Bacon wrapped pork tenderloin - New American Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

We went to Sony's for the first time last night and were impressed. Everything was excellent. The she crab soup and chopped salad are excellent starting choices. We especially loved the soup. All three of us enjoyed our entrees. My wife had the fried chicken. My son, the short rib, and I was able to do half shrimp and grits/ half crab cakes. Our server, David, was awesome. He was vey witty and was knowledgeable about the menu. He was the reason I split my entree. All in all, a great experience. We will be back. read more

Soby's is always a fantastic experience! The inside is beautiful and inviting. The service we received from our waiter was amazing. He was knowledgeable about all of the menu items and shared which items were his favorites. He was attentive and ensured we had whatever we needed. Of course the best part is the food. I had the crab cakes which melt in your mouth. They rival those I've had in Maryland. We tried the Boudin balls for the first time and they were very good as well. And who can forget the cheese biscuits. Always a must stop when I'm in Greenville! read more

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