Greenville March Madness: Vote for Your Favorite Shrimp & Grits
Welcome to Greenville’s own version of March Madness! In the heart of the South, where shrimp and grits reign supreme, the city’s top restaurants are battling it out to claim the title of the best shrimp and grits dish in town. From traditional recipes to innovative twists, each establishment brings a unique flavor to this beloved Southern classic. It’s time to cast your vote and help decide which restaurant will come out on top!
Opening Round Matchups
Soby’s (1) vs. Gray Moon (16)
At Soby’s, indulge in a rich bowl of warmth and goodness with their trio of tomato creme sauce, Granda Padano cheese, and hints of tarragon. Meanwhile, Gray Moon serves up a traditional taste with seafood butter and well-cooked grits, sautéed peppers, spinach, and shrimp.
Local Cue (7) vs. Ink & Ivy (10)
Local Cue adds a twist of barbecue to their shrimp and grits with a bourbon garlic cream sauce and Havarti cheese. Ink & Ivy’s rendition features stone-ground grits, sautéed shrimp, Tasso gravy, and grilled garlic bread garnish.
Smoke on the Water (5) vs. Stax Omega Diner (12)
Smoke on the Water presents a visually appealing dish with cheesy grits, shrimp, smoked andouille sausage, bacon, leeks, and jalapeños. Stax Omega Diner offers a spicy kick with creamy cheddar grits, andouille sausage, smoked bacon, and jalapeños.
Larkin’s (3) vs. Eggs Up Grill (14)
Larkin’s shrimp and grits feature Lowcountry grits and Tasso ham gravy, while Eggs Up Grill serves up garlic cheddar grits, two eggs, andouille sausage, and sautéed shrimp for a casual yet flavorful bite.
Sassafras Southern Bistro (4) vs. Shortfields (13)
Indulge in the taste of Charleston at Sassafras with sautéed shrimp smothered in a rich white wine and chicken sauce over stone-ground grits. Shortfields offers a hidden gem with stone-ground grits and caramelized onions in their shrimp and grits bowl.
Southern Culture Kitchen & Bar (6) vs. Southern Fried Green Tomatoes (11)
Southern Culture grills their shrimp and pairs it with cajun creme sauce, andouille sausage, and more, while Southern Fried Green Tomatoes offers a fresh option with a limited monthly appearance on their menu.
Adams Bistro (8) vs. Roost Restaurant (9)
Adams Bistro’s Saturday brunch features bacon jalapeño cream sauce, creamy cheddar grits, sautéed shrimp, and onions. Roost Restaurant’s Sunday brunch serves up rich shrimp and grits with heavy cream and butter for a savory treat.
Stella’s Southern Brasserie (2) vs. Low Country Shrimper (15)
Stella’s offers a gluten-free option with pimento cheese grits, grilled shrimp, tomatoes, peppers, and bacon. Low Country Shrimper provides an affordable and delicious bowl of shrimp, grilled shrimp, and andouille sauce at a great price point.
Remember to vote for your favorite shrimp and grits dish in each matchup and stay tuned as the bracket progresses each week until the ultimate winner is crowned. Whether you’re a fan of traditional Southern flavors or looking for a unique twist on this classic dish, Greenville has something for everyone in this epic showdown of shrimp and grits!
