KOUNTER
HIS FAV: Spaghetti O's & Meatballs
HER FAV: Fish & Tots
The Most Instagram-Worthy restaurant in town, where #phoneseatfirst. Located on Main Street, this relatively new spot is also home of the historic Friendship Nine, lunch counter sit-ins that occurred in 1961. The counter is a historic landmark and still preserved to this day.
Call for a reservation to make sure you get a spot!
FLIPSIDE RESTAURANT
HIS FAV: Old Town Biscuit Bake
HER FAV: Tomato Avocado Toast
If you are looking for a brunch spot, this is the place to go. They serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday and offer a variety of brunch cocktails.
ROCK HILL BAGEL & DELI
HIS FAV: BEC on a French Toast Bagel
HER FAV: Everything Bagel w/ CC
Best place in town for bagels! Or stop by for a light lunch. They currently only have outdoor seating at this time, but you can also call ahead and they will bring it out to your car when you arrive. Perfect for an on-the-go breakfast as you are heading out of town.
KNOWLEDGE PERK
HIS FAV: Iced Pour Over (Dark Brew)
HER FAV: Cappuccino (Dry)
Best coffee shop in town! Lots of indoor and outdoor seating. The food is limited, with a few pastry options, but the coffee is strong and delicious!
Bonus: A five minute walk from the Cambria Hotel!
LEGAL REMEDY
HIS FAV: LRB Grilled Cheese
HER FAV: Kielbratsa Platter
German-inspired brew pub that uses a lot of ingredients from local farms. They have ample outdoor seating, as well as seating in the brewing room! Best place to go for outdoor seating on a chilly night, as they have lots of fire pits and heat lamps.
Fun Fact: This restaurant use to be an old car dealership!
PUMPHOUSE
HIS FAV: Braised Short Rib
HER FAV: Seared Scallops
Pump House takes the cake for best dining views in Rock Hill. This restaurant was completely renovated from the old Catawba River pump house into upscale fine dining with great views. They have hundreds of bottles of wine and the best cocktails in town. Ask for a table on the terrace for the full experience and grab a pre-dinner cocktail on the roof top!
Call for a reservation to make sure you get a spot!
LUIGIS & SONS
HIS FAV: Chicken Parmesan
HER FAV: Fettuccini alla Lisa
Family owned & operated, this is the place to go if you have a BIG appetite. Everything is super fresh and the portions are HUGE. They offer a full bar and make the best cannoli you can find.
No reservation needed.
AY PAPI'S TACOS
HIS FAV: Corazon de Carolina
HER FAV: Choriqueso & Lafayette
The newest spot in Downtown Rock Hill! Great food, atmosphere, and cocktails. Pro-tip: the restaurant is small, so it's better for smaller groups.
You can also join the wait list before you get there (recommended), so you can see how many parties are waiting ahead of you. They will text you when your table is ready!
MILLSTONE PIZZA
HIS FAV: The Meat
HER FAV: The Zoe
Best Pizza in Rock Hill (in our opinion - there is a lot of good pizza around). Awesome outdoor area, that is dog friendly! They have tons of local beers on tap. This spot also shares a wall with Rock Hill Brewing.
BURGERS & BARLEY
HIS FAV: Fried Chicken Sandwich
HER FAV: Classic Sliders
Best burger in town! And don't get us started on their Poutine Fries...
Fun Fact: This restaurant use to the hottest club in town, known as Daddy's Money.
