The fruit will set you free. | Photo by Southern Pressed Juicery
Our local food scene is as vibrant as ever, so it’s no surprise there are a slew of local chefs serving up fresh, vegetarian bites across town. From juices to scrumptious salads, here are 18 restaurants serving up meat-free fare in Greenville.
Casual bites
Southern Pressed Juicery, Multiple locations | Our fave is the Dragon’s Blood Bowl — or if you prefer something warm, order the Pad Thai Zoodles.
Pita House, 495 S. Pleasantburg Dr. | Try this: Vegetarian Plate — a combination of hummos, falafel, baba ghannouge, and tabouli salad. Be sure to bring cash — Pita House doesn’t accept credit or debit cards.
We Got the Beets, Food truck | Try this: Sushi Sandwich — jackfruit with savory hoisin sauce and coleslaw, mixed with rice and wrapped up in a sushi roll. We can roll with this.
Big, beautiful, Beef Bulgogi | Photo by @farm_fresh_fast
For the vegan carnivore
Farm Fresh Fast, Multiple locations | Vegetarians, vegans, and herbivores will be happy here.
Sun Belly Cafe, 1409 W. Blue Ridge Dr., Ste. 2905 | Healthy meal prep made daily — featuring a selection of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. The colorful summer dishes look *chef’s kiss.*
Adventurous eater
Purple International Bistro & Sushi, 933 S. Main St. | Believe it or not, vegetarian and vegan sushi is out there, and it’s delicious. Bite into the vegetable rolls.
Aryana, 210 E. Coffee St. | Aryana has a designated vegan and vegetarian section on the menu for lunch and dinner. Plus, there are a few offerings you can make vegetarian by removing an item.
Wanna veg out? | Photo by Cantina 76
Comfort food
Cantina 76, 103 N. Main St. | Try this: The veggie taco — with veggie refried beans, pico, lettuce, grilled onions, cheese, and chipotle ranch. Make it vegan by opting out of the cheese and ranch.
Naked Vegan, 311A McAlister Rd. | This spot offers Southern comfort food without the meat.
Drop-In Wine Tasting | Wednesday, July 17 | 5-7 p.m. | Wine House, 475 Haywood Rd., Ste. 8, Greenville | Free entry | Sip on a variety of wines and grab a slice of pizza from the Local Pie food truck.
Creative Slingers of Ink Writing Sessions | Wednesday, July 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Cartwright Food Hall, 21 Trade St., Greer | Free entry | Share pieces of writing you’ve completed + spend some time working on your current writing project.
Thursday, July 18
Make a Pair of Custom Chopsticks | Thursday, July 18 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Bridgeway Station, 29 W. Butler Rd., Mauldin | $35 | Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, unleash your creativity as you craft a pair of custom-made chopsticks.
Bourbon Experience | Thursday, July 18 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Broad & Main (above Paloma), 315 S. Main St., Greenville | $113 | Sip your way through a four-flight tasting + learn how to make your own old fashioned using your choice of bourbon.
“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” | Friday, July 19-Sunday, Aug. 11 | Times vary | Centre Stage, 501 River St., Greenville | $35 | Follow along on with the true story of this famous singer-songwriter’s journey as she makes it to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
This month, we’re connecting readers to the orthopedics specialists at Prisma Health. | Photo provided by Prisma Health
Did you know? Prisma Health is the official provider for some of the Upstate’s fan-favorite sports teams. Think: The Greenville Drive, Greenville Liberty, and the Clemson Tigers.
The orthopedic specialists at Prisma Health are on your team, too, ready to give you and your family the same excellent care they provide these top athletes.
So, for this month’s installment of Prisma Health On Call, we’re connecting readers to expert providers who are here, on call, and ready to answer your orthopedics questions related to topics like:
This Saturday, July 20 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., The Upcountry History Museum will award 10 “Quilts of Valor” to local veterans or active-duty service members. The quilts will be on display Friday, July 19 though Sunday, July 21. Stop by and thank a veteran for their service.
Concert
They don’t call him the King for nothing. Local Grammy-nominated musician Marcus King is returning home for “The Marcus King Family Reunion,” a multi-band-style festival taking place next month. Feast your eyes on the lineup and your ears on artists like Band of Horses, Darby Wilcox, and Nikki Lane. (Greenville Journal)
Arts
Tickets are on sale for the fifth annual SummerFest presented by the Greenville Jewish Film Festival. The featured film for this year is “Call Me Dancer,” a documentary about a Mumbai street dancer who trains under a ballet master. Catch the film on Sunday, Aug. 25 at the Gunter Theatre. (Greenville Journal)
Announced
Get your head in the clouds, because the Anderson Regional Airport is building an interactive, aviation-themed playground. The park will use a recently awarded $350,000 grant and include a shaded picnic area, airplane-shaped climbing structures, and educational signage. (Greenville News)
Drink Up
Drink Up Week — a celebration of our city’s vibrant beverage culture — is coming up quickly from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. We asked local businesses to join the fun by sharing drink deals; check out this map of promos that are poppin’ just for the occasion.
If something’s just not right with your pet, visiting Oasis Animal Hospital’s emergency center can help you get to the bottom of it. From the ingestion of toxic substances to performing complex surgeries, their experienced team treats emergency + urgent care needs for all dogs and cats. Learn more.*
Community
Calling all educators. Greenville Federal Credit Union is awarding multiple $500 grants to Greenville County Schools teachers in August to help fund projects or needs in the classroom. Apply by Wednesday, July 31.*
Yesterday was GVLtoday’s eighth birthday. I’ve only been here a year, but I’m so grateful for the people and the place that make loving our city so easy. Thank you all for being a part of this journey with us, and cheers to many more years.
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