Your votes are in. Congratulations to all of the GVLtoday’s Best nominees. We’re excited to announce our roundup of local winners who truly shine and make Greenville a better place to live.
From high-level dining experiences and accommodations to places to unwind and relax, here are your top choices in each of our categories.
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Food & Beverage
Breweries + Distilleries
Your locally crafted haven of small-batch spirits with a focus on quality and community roots.
🏆 First place: Fireforge Crafted Beer | Expansive indoor and outdoor seating, delicious sandwiches, and a passion for craft beer make this Greenville destination your favorite.
🥈 Runner Up: Southernside Brewing Co.
Honoree: The Southern Growl
Brunch
Your favorite place for a mid-morning weekend indulgence.
🏆 First place: Tandem Creperie and Coffeehouse | There’s no better brunch than a sweet or savory crepe served in a charming, cozy space with warm, friendly service.
🥈 Runner Up: Stax Omega Diner
Honoree: Fork & Plough
Coffee Shop
Your go-to spot for the perfect latte, cold brew, or tea.
🏆 First place: Coffee Underground | The best local coffee is served underground (literally) — come for the coffee and bites, stay for the live evening performances.
🥈 Runner Up: Methodical Coffee
Honoree: daydrinkers
Fine Dining
A place to savor exquisite dishes where every detail is designed to impress.
🏆 First place: Scoundrel | A night out at Scoundrel is a night sampling delectable, elegant French cuisine — it’s no wonder it just won a Michelin star.
🥈 Runner Up: Jianna
Honoree: Soby’s
Food Trucks
Your fave mobile food businesses offering diverse, convenient, and freshly prepared meals.
🏆 First place: The Noodle Lady | We love to spot The Noodle Lady’s food truck to satisfy our cravings for wontons, fried noodles, and dumplings.
🥈 Runner Up: Local Pie Pizza Company
Honoree: McCoy’s BBQ
Happy Hour
Your relaxing choice for the best deals on drinks and appetizers.
🏆 First place: The Community Tap | Enjoy great prices on beer and wine when you stop by for happy hour at this local favorite.
🥈 Runner Up: Coral Greenville
Honoree: SOCIETY Sandwich Bar & Social Club
Ice Cream + Desserts
A sweet spot for all ages, dishing out locally inspired ice cream made with fresh ingredients.
🏆 First place: Clare’s Creamery | Small batch ice cream and thoughtful ingredient sourcing makes Clare’s shine — not to mention, its perfectly pastel interior.
🥈 Runner Up: Carmella’s Cafe and Dessert Bar
Honoree: Mak & Cheesecakes
Lunch Spot
Your midday choice for a good sandwich, soup, or salad for a quick light bite.
🏆 First place: Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery | Local and sustainable food is at the heart of this cafe’s mission — it’s just a bonus that you love its lunch menu.
🥈 Runner Up: Jasmine Kitchen
Honoree: Pita House
Outdoor Dining
The best rooftops and patios for enjoying a meal while soaking up the sun.
🏆 First place: Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery | It’s not only a favorite for lunch, but a favorite for dining al fresco thanks to this spot’s relaxed, comfortable outside patio.
🥈 Runner Up: Gather GVL
Honoree: The Commons
Sports Bar
Where you head to for the next sports game, a wide menu of drinks, and game-day cravings.
🏆 First place: Yee-Haw Brewing Company | Great food, drinks, and seating — complete with games streamed outdoors — make this brewery your No. 1 sports bar pick.
🥈 Runner Up: Local Cue
Honoree: Lefty’s West End Tavern
Tap Rooms
A spot guaranteed to deliver a delicious, locally crafted beer.
🏆 First place: The Community Tap | From growlers to go to an inviting locale for sipping at the bar, The Community Tap is a favorite for a reason.
🥈 Runner Up: The People’s Tap
Honoree: The Southern Growl
Winery or Wine Bar
Your spot to enjoy crafted wine, offering a taste of the area’s unique flavors and traditions.
🏆 First place: City Scape Winery | This family-owned winery and vineyard is a stunning destination to enjoy wine and snacks, or to be the backdrop of your next big event.
🥈 Runner Up:
Honoree:
Community
Apartment Complex
Apartment complexes with features, designs, and amenities that make you feel at home.
🏆 First place: 408 Jackson | One, two, and three-bedroom floor plans are available in the modern build complete with a swimming pool and a pets-allowed policy.
🥈 Runner Up: District West
Honoree: Abberly Market Point Apartment Homes
Coworking Location
The best place in town to be productive and collaborate.
🏆 First place: Endeavor | Whether you’re looking for open seating or a dedicated private office, Endeavor has functional, charming spaces for our city’s remote workers.
🥈 Runner Up: THRIVE | Coworking
Honoree: Switchyards Greenville
Dentist
Helping you smile brighter with gentle care and expert treatment.
🏆 First place: Cove Dental Care | This favorite spot in Greer offers an experienced team providing everything from family dentistry to teeth whitening.
🥈 Runner Up: Swamp Rabbit Dental
Honoree: Family Dental Health of Greer
Gym + Fitness Center
Your favorite place to pump iron and get a sweat in.
🏆 First place: Prisma Health Family YMCA | Beloved group classes, personal training, and pickleball make this local YMCA your one-stop-shop for fitness.
🥈 Runner Up: Ultimate Exercise
Honoree: The WRKT Greenville
Home Service Provider
Your go-to for carpentry, flooring, and all things home improvement + repair.
🏆 First place: Ferguson Builders LLC | This award-winning design-build firm is a local go-to for quality, stunning remodels.
🥈 Runner Up: Mountain Creek Kitchen and Bath, Inc.
Honoree: J Pratt Construction
Local Influencer + Celebrity
Your passionate leaders and trendsetters who are driving community awareness.
🏆 First place: HealthyishDani | We know exactly where to go for dinner tonight, thanks to Dani Mathew’s adventures around the local food scene.
🥈 Runner Up: AGuyandAGolden
Honoree: Good Dogs of Greenville
Local Nonprofit
Local organizations going above and beyond to fuel positive community impact.
🏆 First place: Miracle Hill Ministries | Shelter beds, meals, and cold weather beds are just a few of the ways this non-profit serves people experiencing homelessness in our area.
🥈 Runner Up: The Julie Valentine Center
Honoree: Meals on Wheels Greenville
Medical Center
Facilities offering a range of healthcare services, including diagnostics and specialized care.
🏆 First place: Brio Primary Care | Look no further for your new favorite primary care doctor: Compassionate bedside manner + medical expertise define an appointment at this medical center.
🥈 Runner Up: Center for Integrative Oncology and Survivorship at Prisma Health
Honoree: Parkside Pediatrics
Photographer
High-level creatives who knock how to capture compelling images through artistic vision.
🏆 First place: Amy Randall Photography | Amy Randall’s corporate photography can bring your company event to life or power your new professional headshot.
🥈 Runner Up: Journey Fine Art
Honoree: Anchored Productions LLC
Real Estate Agent + Group
Nominate the real estate agent or group that helped secure your dream home.
🏆 First place: The Gallo Company | This local office is a favorite for residential and commercial sales.
🥈 Runner Up: Sarah Brantley with Vista Real Estate
Honoree: Krista Frauenholtz, Realtor
Spas + Salons
The best option for hair care or a spa-day to unwind and treat yourself.
🏆 First place: Sauna House Greenville | Sweat it out at the Greenville location of this premiere sauna and bathhouse experience.
🥈 Runner Up: Urban Nirvana Spa & Salon - Downtown Greenville
Honoree: OASE Day Spa
Sports Medicine
Expert care for athletes of all levels—helping you recover, perform, and stay in the game.
🏆 First place: Prisma Health Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas–Patewood | Advanced treatment for orthopedic injuries and disorders made this clinic your No. 1 sports medicine pick.
🥈 Runner Up: Upstate Spine & Sport
Honoree: Swamp Rabbit Physiotherapy and Performance
Veterinary Clinics
Where pets are treated like family—offering gentle, comprehensive care for your furry pals.
🏆 First place: Poinsett Animal Hospital | Your pets are in safe hands with the compassionate, superior veterinary care provided at this animal hospital.
🥈 Runner Up: Milestone Veterinary Hospital
Honoree: Oasis Animal Hospital & Emergency Center
Entertainment & Retail
Arts + Craft Store
From projects to crafts, find everything you need to create and make memories together.
🏆 First place: ReCraft Creative Reuse Center | You’ll find accessible prices and expansive variety in this, while shopping here supports a sustainable mission: to divert materials from landfills and repurpose them for artistic expression.
🥈 Runner Up: Page and Post
Honoree: Vino & van Gogh
Bookstore
Your curated selection of literature, cozy reading nooks, and a community for curious minds.
🏆 First place: M. Judson Booksellers | Your new favorite page-turner is waiting at this historic, independent bookstore our community loves.
🥈 Runner Up: Mr. K’s Used Books
Honoree: As the Page Turns
Golf Course
A little birdie told us that this is your favorite golf course.
🏆 First place: 3’s Greenville - Golf and Grubhouse | Enjoy a fun day on the course, take a break for delicious drinks and bites, or stay until after sundown for this unique, illuminated course to really shine.
🥈 Runner Up: Furman University Golf Club
Honoree: Greer Golf
Museum
The places to explore history, culture, art, and science through curated exhibits.
🏆 First place: The Children’s Museum of the Upstate | A hands-on, fun day is waiting for kids under 12 at this local gem of play-based learning.
🥈 Runner Up: Roper Mountain Science Center
Honoree: Greenville County Museum of Art
Music Venue
A vibrant hub for live performances showcasing local and touring artists.
🏆 First place: Bon Secours Wellness Arena | When you’re not watching the Greenville Swamp Rabbits, you’re catching incredible music and shows at this No. 1 local music venue.
🥈 Runner Up: The Radio Room
Honoree: Heritage Park Amphitheater
Party Venue
A dedicated space designed for hosting celebrations, events, and gatherings.
🏆 First place: Events at Judson Mill | Dream weddings and parties come alive against the stunning brick interior of this favorite venue.
🥈 Runner Up: Group Therapy Pub & Playground
Honoree: Greenbrier Farms
Pet-Friendly Venue
Your favorite place to eat, drink, play, or stay with your furry friend.
🏆 First place: Gather GVL | You might have a hard time deciding which delicious thing to eat, but you won’t have a hard time arranging pet care, thanks to this gathering space where dogs are welcome.
🥈 Runner Up: The Community Tap Travelers Rest
Honoree: Sidewall Pizza Company
Theater + Performance Venue
Your venue of choice for live artistic performances and award-winning shows.
🏆 First place: Peace Center Concert Hall | Concerts, ballet, and theater shine at this local spot for the performing arts.
🥈 Runner Up: Centre Stage
Honoree: Greenville Theatre
Vintage + Resale Shops
Where to shop sustainably and stylishly with handpicked pieces that celebrate the past.
🏆 First place: Miracle Hill Thrift Store | Donating or shopping at this local thrift store means supporting children and adults experiencing homelessness.
🥈 Runner Up: Vintage Now Modern
Honoree: Cottage Grove Vintage
