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Asia Pacific Restaurant

2021 Best “Off The Grid Worthy” Restaurants in the Upstate, SC

Photographer: Jackie Shapiro Brooker
Digital Post Production: FishEye Studios, Greenville, SC

In all honesty, we delayed this annual story because we did not want to create an overly competitive environment while so many of our restaurants are suffering and scrambling to stay open.

Every local restaurant navigating the last year deserves an award.

But we thought it was time to give tribute to some of the best Off the Grid-worthy restaurants who continued operating at a consistently high level of quality and customer service through it all. You’ll see some classics here that are repeats year over year, and they’re classic for a reason – they’ve held the test of time, even despite seemingly insurmountable adversity. And we’re excited to welcome some new names to the list and hope you’ll take the chance to support these restaurants too.

What makes a place “Off the Grid Worthy”?

Creative signature dishes
Memorable standout flavors
Everyone always feels welcomed
No matter when you go, it’s good
Culturally diverse recipes steeped in tradition

The Pita House

The Pita House

Earning this coveted title five years in a row, we honestly cannot imagine another restaurant creating such healthy cravings for the tastiest, freshest food in the Upstate. We’re grateful that even with closing the dining room this past year, the Pita House continued to provide quick service, a full market of ethnic groceries, and consistent quality that we’ve all come to depend on.

And great news – the dining room is back open for full service. So don’t fear, fresh lemonade is back again with one free refill when you dine in! #cashonly

Asia Pacific Restaurant

Asia Pacific Restaurant

When we first discovered Asia Pacific Restaurant and Supermarket it was in a desperate attempt to find dumplings. Upon walking into a strip mall grocery store in the former Dragon Den space (remember that?) we had no idea the treasures hidden inside. Rows and rows of Asian sourced foods – including all manner of dumplings – in a spotlessly clean grocery store setting with a full-size restaurant attached.

The chef serves up the most authentic Hong Kong-style dishes you can find in the Upstate, along with anything else you might miss from Chinatown waiting in the grocery. It’s a win-win in our book, and we’re grateful that Alva Mak and her family continue to thrive with our community’s support.

Irie Caribbean Cuisine<br />

Irie Caribbean Cuisine

Everything from oxtails, curry chicken, rice and peas, patties, and a variety of flavors of Ting, this legit Jamaican joint has it all. Located next to The Seafood Spot, don’t miss this gem. Block some time on your calendar to fully experience the authentic, slower pace of the islands that truly celebrates living in the moment.

BBQ Chicken Pizza

Myles Pizza Pub

Myles Pizza Pub has quickly emerged as a leader in “date-night” pizza. Full-size slices of deli meat and vegetable toppings are blanketed by half an inch of caramelized cheese – why did we ever assemble pizza reversely?

They’re more than pizza, though – fresh salads, subs, cheesy bread, and housemade cookies and dressings. We understand why this family enjoyed nearly 40 years of rockstar recognition in Bowling Green, Ohio. Thanks to the Myles family for this great spot with plenty of outdoor seating, a full-length bar, and making #yeahTHATgreenville home..

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