Here are 9 of the best Greenville restaurants for a perfect Mother’s Day brunch, Yelp says
If you’re looking for some place to take mom out to eat Sunday, Yelp has some suggestions. Many of them are outside downtown Greenville and most of them are recommending you make reservations.
Yelp ranks Jianna No. 1.
Overlooking Falls Park, Jianna features a modern Italian menu from Chef Michael Kramer including house-made pasta, shucked oysters, artisanal spirits and wines. They make all their pastas daily and feature Italian favorites like burratta, char-grilled octopus and potato gnocchi. Don’t forget the 40-foot bar and pick up their cookbook while you’re there. 600 South Main St. 2nd Floor Greenville
Located in the Overbrook neighborhood on East North Street, it has become known as a go-to place for Sunday brunch. Farmer Roddy Pick and Chef Shawn Kelly seek to provide customers “the Upstate’s freshest and most plentiful meats, produce, and products, both as a dine-in and carryout option.” The farm-to-table restaurant also has a market and butchery.
The Anchorage — Located in the Village of West Greenville, The Anchorage serves small plates, craft cocktails and beer, and sustainable wine. It is a James Beard Award semi-finalist and was a recommended restaurant in the 2025 Michelin Guide American South list.
Located in the Riverplace development, the restaurant says, “Treat Mom to something a little more elevated (literally).” At UP on the Roof, brunch, lunch and dinner come with breathtaking views, handcrafted cocktails and a menu made for celebrating.
5. The Pantry by Emily’s Table
At the Mother’s Day Brunch, moms are offered a free Prosecco and chocolate and a signature menu including Cajun lobster and grits and marinated ribeye and eggs.
They are also making a breakfast salmon bowl, avocado toast and a breakfast plate including eggs, bacon, roasted seasoned potatoes, and rustic sourdough toast. Served with blueberry jam or fig jam. 241 North Main Street, Greenville
Located at 755 Hammett Bridge Road in Greer, the cafe has authentic quiche, fresh pastries, and coffee and is owned by Fabrice DiNonno.
Located in the Grand Bohemian Hotel beside the Reedy River Falls, the restaurant is offering a special, chef-curated three-course brunch featuring live music, a complimentary mimosa, and a flower cart for custom bouquets. Among the selection are whipped goat cheese with apple butter, Eggs Benedict and Shrimp and Grits with chorizo gravy. The restaurant is known for its Bohemian Lobster Omelette, Blueberry Pancakes with lemon zest butter, and a Green Goddess Grain Bowl.
8. Nose Dive
Owned by renowned Soby’s parent company Table 301, Nose Dive is a Main Street Greenville staple, known especially for serving Columbia’s Adluh Mills grits with toppings galore. roasted tomatoes, red pepper gravy, peppadews, pepper jack cheese sauce, sausage gravy. For Mother’s Day, it is offering specialized cocktails like the Strawberry Lemon Drop, a Pork Ribeye special and butter-poached lobster benedict.
Indoor and outdoor seating at 116 S. Main St, Greenville.
Located in Simpsonville, this is a Coastal Southern Mother’s Day brunch with an Italian twist, including omelets, Shrimp & Grits and Mom’s French Toast with peach amaretto.