Roost Free Range Kitchen and Bar
Known For
- •Bread board with house butter
- •"Dirt bird" chicken
- •Sirloin steak
- •Artichoke toast
- •Carrot cake
Insider Tips
Best Time
Weekday evenings or weekend brunch for lively atmosphere; late hours offer quieter meals.
Ideal For
Pro Tip
Request patio seating for people-watching on Main Street during temperate months.
Editorial Review
Roost Free Range Kitchen and Bar settles comfortably at the edge of Greenville’s energetic Main Street, its glassy corner flooding with natural light by day and soft glows after dark. The open kitchen draws you in—chefs move with quiet confidence, plating up seasonal fare that’s unpretentious yet thoughtful. On any given evening, the crowd is a lively mix: locals chatting over cocktails on the patio, out-of-towners lingering after a show, families winding down brunch. The vibe is modern Southern without fuss—polished wood, clean lines, and the hum of conversation punctuated by the clink of glasses. Signature dishes like the warm bread board with house-whipped butter and the “dirt bird” chicken have carved out loyal followings. There’s an easy sense of welcome here; staff greet newcomers and regulars alike with genuine warmth. Roost acts as a crossroads—where Greenville’s old guard and new arrivals come to break bread, swap stories, and share in a meal that feels as much about community as it does about food.
Price Level
$$
Website
roostrestaurant.comContact
+1 864-298-2424
Outdoor Seating
Reservations Available
Hours
- Sunday: 6:30AM - 9PM
- Monday: 6:30AM - 10PM
- Tuesday: 6:30AM - 10PM
- Wednesday: 6:30AM - 10PM
- Thursday: 6:30AM - 10PM
- Friday: 6:30AM - 10PM
- Saturday: 6:30AM - 10PM
Frontier Insights
Major destination with tourist appeal
TripAdvisor: Top 10% (#30 of 1039)
Popular With
Tourist Awareness
TripAdvisor: #30 of 1,039 Places to Eat in Greenville
- Outdoor seating available
- Reservations accepted
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