South Carolina, United States Food Guide: 10 Bar food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Aiken

August 21, 2020 Layne Dawes

Reviews on Bar food in Aiken, South Carolina, United States. Aiken is the largest city and county seat of Aiken County, in the western portion of the state of South Carolina, United States. With Augusta, Georgia, it is one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area. It is part of the Augusta-Richmond County Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Things to do in Aiken

10. The Pizza Joint

124 Richland Ave W, Aiken, SC 29801-3864 Bar, Pizza, Italian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service [email protected] +1 803-648-9074 http://www.thepizzajoint.net/
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3 based on 178 reviews

The Pizza Joint

Reviewed By gotham0824

We were there for a basketball tournament. We did wait a while on Friday as they were busy. It was well worth the wait. Great staff and great food. This is the place to go. Might need more staff on busy days.

9. Harry's Local Bar

1208 Whiskey Rd, Aiken, SC 29803-5306 American, Bar, Seafood Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Seating, Television, Serves Alcohol, Takeout, Table Service +1 803-649-0082 https://www.facebook.com/Harrys-Local-Bar-and-Restaurant-183515464393/
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4 based on 68 reviews

Harry's Local Bar

Reviewed By E1447ILkellyp

This is a Pittsburgh bar with some very cool sports memorabilia. It certainly does look like a dump from the outside, but the food is absolutely amazing. The grilled lemon pepper shrimp was the best I ever had. Ever. The staff was friendly and very attentive. The prices are great for the quality of food served. It is definitely worth stopping.

8. Grumpy's Sports Pub

216 Eastgate Dr, Aiken, SC 29803-7683 American, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Seating, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible +1 803-226-9868 http://www.grumpyssportspub.com/
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4 based on 72 reviews

Grumpy's Sports Pub

Reviewed By Pat K

Although from Aiken, this was our first visit to this restaurant under the management of Grumpy's. What a change!!!! Very welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Went there for lunch and of course "WINGS". We heard a lot about the wings at Grumpy's and boy, were we NOT let down. As opposed to some other local wing stops, Grumpy's gives you a good sized wing with a lot of meat. We especially enjoyed the variety of sauces (wet & dry) offered. Service was quick, friendly, and efficient (Brooke D.) Food was prepared as ordered and served in a timely fashion. Grumpy's is now, officially, on our short list, at least until we run through ALL the wing sauces!!!!!

7. O'Charleys

168 S Aiken Ln # 300, Aiken, SC 29803 American, Bar Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service +1 803-644-8874 http://www.ocharleys.com
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4 based on 110 reviews

O'Charleys

Our menu is filled with classic American dishes like steak, salmon, burgers, sandwiches and salads, as well as other traditional favorites like slow-roasted prime rib and our famous chicken tenders, all at a great value.

Reviewed By dennisb210

Went last night @ 5:30 pm for dinner. (Rush starts @ 6:15-6:30). Place was only ½ full.Kitchen had NO silverware available. Brought the wife's salad out, but nothing to eat it with. Waited another 5 minutes for waitress to bring her a fork. Our table was literally 10' from the kitchen. She could have gone in, washed a fork herself and had it to the table in less than a minute. But "it's not my job"...Screwed up my order TWICE after giving VERY specific instructions to the friendly, but not focused waitress.Food tasted OK and was warm enough, although the french fries (that I didn't order) were cold and very small in size. I would have sent them back if I'd ordered them.Got lots of apologies, but not very good execution

6. The Red Pepper

752 Silver Bluff Rd Ste A Centre South Shopping Center, Aiken, SC 29803-4017 American, Bar Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Highchairs Available, Live Music [email protected] +1 803-649-9915 http://redpepperaiken.com/
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4 based on 151 reviews

The Red Pepper is a family owned, local south side Aiken restaurant. We feature a fabulous menu, full bar, great service and the best patio dining in the Aiken area. The Pepper offers daily Chef's featured dishes including many seafood, steak, and a varie

Reviewed By Patricia L

Three of us had lunch here recently. We sat out in the patio area and it was delightful, lots of greenery and birds chirping. We shared crab cakes and we each had a different salad. Everything was delicious and our waitress was friendly and knowledgeable.

5. Mellow Mushroom

151 Bee Ln, Aiken, SC 29801-3801 Italian, American, Pizza, Bar Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service [email protected] +1 803-474-8454 http://mellowmushroom.com/location/sc-aiken-151-bee-ln-29801/
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4 based on 167 reviews

Mellow Mushroom

Mellow Mushroom is proud to serve Aiken with delicious pizza, hoagies, calzones and salads. Providing quality food since 1974, we use fresh ingredients on all our menu items. Mellow Mushroom is more than just a pizza restaurant; it is where Aiken pizza lo

Reviewed By DogCBR5

We love mellow mushroom. I called in a pizza last night for pick up. When I got the pizza it was cold. This is unusual for them. Will definitely go back.Thank you for your feedback. I'm so sorry you had a sub par experience at Mellow Aiken. I do hope the manager took good care of you due to your cold food? If your issue was not properly handled, please feel free to e-mail me directly at [email protected]. Thank you for your business. Katy Ledford, owner

4. Whiskey Alley

227 The Alley, Aiken, SC 29801-3837 American, Bar, Gastropub, Pub Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service [email protected] +1 803-226-0579 http://www.whiskeyalley.com
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4 based on 44 reviews

Whiskey Alley

Whiskey and New American Small Plates. Focus on Hand Crafted Cocktials and Seasonal Chef Driven Menus. Located in Historic Downtown Aiken, SC

Reviewed By queen231c

The usual brunch favorites, but with a twist! I had a Burrito omelet - the omelet was the tortilla, filled with beans, cheese, sauce and topped with fresh salsa and crema. Served with wonderful roasted potatoes. My dish was V and GF. Right now only have wine and beer on Sunday, but the menu said liquor will be available soon. Very nice outdoor seating area.

3. City Billiards

208 Richland Ave W, Aiken, SC 29801-3866 American, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Table Service +1 803-649-7632 http://www.citybilliardsaikensc.com
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4 based on 114 reviews

City Billiards

Reviewed By Bbqman3341

We have always found the chili dogs so exceptionally good as to struggle with ordering anything else, even the crab legs. I was feeling kind of Whimpy so I fore saked my chili dog and ordered a cheeseburger. It was indeed the finest cheeseburger I have ever eaten. Great big ole fatboy hand pattied burger made from fresh ground meat and grilled on the flat top the way nature had intended. The Frys were crisp, hot salted and real tasting even if there was a freezer involved. Mrs bbq stayed true to the chili dogs and they were as tantalizing as ever. Premium weenie all lays up cozy in a fresh bun with a ladle of mild chili that rode the bun well. It ended up being a mess to eat not that she cared. There was a reason momma didn’t put out silverware when chili dogs were on the menu. Yankees do that sort of thing. Sort of expect it. Not me

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2. Aiken Brewing CO

140 Laurens St SW, Aiken, SC 29801-3848 American, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +1 803-502-0707 http://www.aikenbrewingcompany.com/
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4 based on 458 reviews

Aiken Brewing CO

Reviewed By tracywpaul

Ok so a group of us are in town for a wedding and decided to stop here for dinner and drinks. The beer selection is ok, the stout was great ....but the food and service left a lot to be desired. Both were slow and not at all good. To have to wait an hour and a half for sandwiches and an app ( pretzel bites ) that tasted like they came from Costco and the “beer cheese” which I still question had any beer in it. It’s a very small space so if your claustrophobic don’t go here . We as a group will look elsewhere.

Aiken Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Aiken

1. The Willcox Restaurant

100 Colleton Ave, Aiken, SC 29801 American, Bar, Gastropub Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music +1 803-648-1898 http://www.thewillcox.com/restaurant
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4 based on 535 reviews

The Willcox Restaurant

Reviewed By EmilyMarquez

We invited a group of VIPs from the Aiken-area to join us for dinner and although the food is classic - filet mignon, onion soup, pralines & cream ice cream - it was very good. The place has a good wine list and the traditional post-colonial architecture is very pleasant. Our waiter was trying hard but it was obvious that he was not trained to manage a large group of about 15. The bar area was happening when we arrived so I would assume that’s a place where many go for a drink. A would definitely go again!

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