If you don’t have time for a meal in a restaurant but still want to feed your family a healthy dinner, then what these healthy restaurants in Greenville, SC have to offer will complete your dinner menu! Believe it or not, you can get a fast, yet healthy, meal right here in Greenville.
Local Mom Lindy put together this list of local spots for a quick and healthy meal that even your kids will like, and the Kidding Around Team has been updating it ever since.
I recently wrote up a list of alternatives to the fast-food drive-thru’s and it was so popular that Kidding Around Greenville readers wanted a list of even more quick-service restaurants with healthier food options. So below are some of your favorite spots for a quick bite with kids (a couple of these even have a pickup window!). Note: We did not relist the places that made our first list of healthy drive-thru spots. Be sure to check that out too as almost all of the places on that list offer dine-in too.
Healthy Restaurants in Greenville, SC at a Glance
Addresses, phone numbers, and hours below were verified against each restaurant’s own website on September 24, 2026. Hours change, so it never hurts to call ahead.
| Restaurant | Greenville Address | Phone | Hours | Good to Know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clean Eatz | 3608 Pelham Rd Suite C | 864.605.7999 | Mon-Fri 11 am-7 pm; Sat-Sun 11 am-3 pm | Healthy kids’ menu; build-your-own bowls; smoothies |
| Moe’s Southwest Grill | 2011 Augusta St; 3700 Pelham Rd; 500 Haywood Rd | See location pages | See location pages | Build-your-own; free salsa bar |
| O-CHA Tea Bar | 300 River St Suite 122 | 864.283.6702 | Call ahead – hours subject to change | Vegetarian options; bubble tea; nursing-friendly; free 1-hr garage parking |
| Papi’s Tacos | 300 River St Suite 123; 21 Augusta St | 864.373.7274 | River St closed Mondays | Tacos and tortas; gelato; Reedy River views |
| Sun Belly Cafe | 1409 W Blue Ridge Dr | 404.309.7791 | 10 am-3 pm daily except Tuesday | Vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options |
| Swamp Rabbit Cafe | 205 Cedar Lane Rd | 864.255.3385 | 7:30 am-7 pm | Soups, sandwiches, salads; local ingredients; bakery |
| Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe | 3604 Pelham Rd Ste A | 864.501.0450 | Sun-Thurs 11 am-8 pm; Fri-Sat 11 am-9 pm | Kids’ chicken pitas; family to-go meals |
| Tropical Grille | 21 S Main St; 215 Pelham Rd; 1628 Woodruff Rd | See location pages | See location pages | Cuban-themed bowls, wraps and salads; kids’ menu; family meal option |
| Viva Chicken | 3624 Pelham Rd Suite B; 1139 Woodruff Rd Suite B | 864.987.8183; 864.686.5809 | See location pages | Peruvian rotisserie chicken; vegetarian and vegan options |
| Yum Bai SC | Food truck – location varies | See Facebook | Schedule changes weekly | Asian fusion; often parked at breweries |
Healthy Restaurants: Greenville, SC Quick Places for Dining In With Kids (that don’t have drive-thrus)
Clean Eatz
3608 Pelham Road Suite C, Greenville, SC
864.605.7999
Hours: Mon-Fri 11 am-7 pm, Sat-Sun 11 am-3 pm
Want something quick, super duper healthy, but also full of flavor? Then Clean Eatz is a place you HAVE to try. They have burgers, wraps, build-your-own bowls, and more. I highly recommend building your own bowl, because there are so many options to make your meal. Their Chocolate Covered Strawberry protein smoothie is the perfect amount of sweet. They even have a healthy kid’s menu, with things like pizza rolls and turkey burgers.
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Greenville locations: 2011 Augusta Street | 3700 Pelham Road | 500 Haywood Road
Ironically based out of Atlanta (aka the South EAST), Moe’s is nonetheless pretty good as far as this born and raised Southwesterner is concerned. Much like Chipotle, there are many build-your-own options, but you get unlimited chips and a free salsa bar. So not as good for dieting, but delicious! You can also get birthday freebies and welcome free queso when you sign up for their email club.
O-CHA Tea Bar
300 River Street Ste 122, Greenville, SC
864.283.6702
Though their focus is tea, their dining menu is delicious with many vegetarian options in addition to some amazing pastries. O-CHA Tea Bar is very kid-friendly – when I nursed my baby there a while back, the owner personally came over to thank me for nursing my child and let me know nursing mothers are always welcomed there. They note that hours are subject to change, so it’s worth a quick call before you head over. There’s free parking for the first hour in the River Street Garage.
Papi’s Tacos
300 River Street Suite 123, Greenville, SC
864.373.7274
Also at 21 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC
Downtown along the Reedy River, Papi’s Tacos describes itself as a “food truck without wheels” — a short, simple menu of tacos, tortas, salsas and dips, easy to order and take to go. Kids will love the gelato and enjoy watching the geese in the Reedy River. There’s a second Greenville location on Augusta Street, and the River Street shop is closed Mondays.
Find out why Papi’s Tacos is the place to go in Greenville when you are craving authentic Mexican tacos that are fresh in our KA review!
Sun Belly Cafe
1409 West Blue Ridge Drive, Greenville, SC
404.309.7791
Hours: 10 am-3 pm daily except Tuesday
Have dietary restrictions and want something vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free? Sun Belly Cafe has a menu loaded with special diet items, but they do not skimp on the flavor! They have a variety of salads and unique, protein-loaded dishes to try out. If you like spicy, they have a savory Ethiopia Stew Plate that my husband always gets when you go here and literally salivates over. This place is probably not the best for families with picky eaters because they have a more adventurous menu, but there are options on the menu for everyone.
Swamp Rabbit Cafe
205 Cedar Lane Road, Greenville, SC
864.255.3385
Hours: 7:30 am-7 pm
It’s a popular local spot, but because of its delicious selections of soups, sandwiches, and salads, all made with fresh, local ingredients, Swamp Rabbit Cafe deserves a spot in the realm of healthy eating out. We just won’t mention those fantastic scones, cookies, or cinnamon rolls.
Learn why the stecca is the best and you’ll never find cleaner, locally sourced products than at the Swamp Rabbit Cafe in our KA review!
Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe
3604 Pelham Road Ste A, Greenville, SC
864.501.0450
Hours: Sun-Thurs 11 am-8 pm, Fri-Sat 11 am-9 pm
Delicious gyros, salads, platters with chicken or lamb, and great side choices are available for dine-in or call ahead for pick-up. Taziki’s has some unique children’s meals, like chicken pitas. They also have great family to-go meal deals available.
Tropical Grille
Greenville locations: 21 S Main Street (Downtown) | 215 Pelham Road | 1628 Woodruff Road
With several locations in the area, Tropical Grille is perfect for any meal and super convenient. They have enough variety with their Cuban-themed menu to suit everyone in the family, no matter what they like, and the prices are very good for what you get.
Their sauces are also fabulous and they have lots of healthy options. Call ahead for pickup or drop-in for a quick, but delicious, dinner. They have a family option for dinner as well, which can last for a couple of meals.
A couple of the Tropical Grilled locations have drive-thrus, but the majority are dine-in or carry-out.
Viva Chicken
3624 Pelham Road Suite B, Greenville — 864.987.8183
1139 Woodruff Road Suite B, Greenville — 864.686.5809
With meals built around delicious, farm-raised chicken, Viva Chicken is an excellent choice for a healthy quick meal. They even have sandwiches, wraps, salads, vegetarian options, and vegan options! They are known for their Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken, so you know it’s juicy.
You can grab a quarter chicken with two sides, or a whole chicken with sides for the entire family — check their current menu for pricing. You’ll find sides like plantains, yuca, or cilantro rice in addition to several signature sides you can choose from. Don’t forget the sauces! They are house-made daily and full of flavor.
Yum Bai SC
Food Truck: Schedule frequently changes
This is an excellent food truck option if you are looking for healthy restaurants. Greenville, SC’s own Yum Bai SC offers fusion Asian cuisine, and they’re consistently parked at some pretty awesome locations and breweries. You can find out where they are going to be located through their regular Facebook posts of their upcoming schedule.
Read our KA review of Yum Bai SC to learn more about their delicious Asian cuisine and get your hands on some of those Lemongrass steaks!
Healthy Restaurants in Greenville, SC: Frequently Asked Questions
What are the healthiest fast options in Greenville, SC?
For a quick, healthy meal in Greenville, families on this list turn to Clean Eatz on Pelham Road for portion-controlled bowls, Sun Belly Cafe on West Blue Ridge Drive for plant-based plates, Swamp Rabbit Cafe on Cedar Lane Road for soups, sandwiches and salads made with local ingredients, and Viva Chicken for Peruvian rotisserie chicken with vegetable sides. All of them are counter-service or call-ahead, so you’re in and out quickly.
Which healthy Greenville restaurants have a kids’ menu?
Clean Eatz has a dedicated kids’ menu with items like pizza rolls and turkey burgers. Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe offers children’s meals including chicken pitas, plus family to-go meal deals. Tropical Grille also lists a kids’ menu on its website.
Where can I find vegan and gluten-free food in Greenville, SC?
Sun Belly Cafe (1409 West Blue Ridge Drive) builds its menu around vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free dishes. Viva Chicken lists vegetarian and vegan options alongside its rotisserie chicken, and O-CHA Tea Bar has a number of vegetarian choices on its café menu.
Can I order ahead at these Greenville restaurants?
Yes. Taziki’s takes call-ahead pick-up orders, Tropical Grille takes call-ahead and online orders, and Clean Eatz, Moe’s and Viva Chicken all offer online ordering through their websites. Papi’s Tacos is set up for easy takeout as well.
Do any of these healthy Greenville spots have a drive-thru?
This list focuses on dine-in and carry-out spots. A couple of Tropical Grille’s locations have drive-thrus, but the majority are dine-in or carry-out. For drive-thru options specifically, see our separate guide to healthy drive-thrus in Greenville.
As always, let us know if you have any other recommendations. We love hearing from our readers!
Learn about all the delicious food that Greenville, SC has to offer in our Ultimate Guide to Restaurants in Greenville!
Tropical Grille is the best place hands down!! It’s local and not a chain! Support small business while having a delicious meal!
Yes, we included Tropical Chicken on our first list because one of the locations has a Drive Thru window!
Tropical Grille was the first thing that came to mind when I saw this list. We buy the family of 8 meal if we know we gave a really busy week ahead and it feeds out family of 3 all week.
Oh, yes! We love that place. Thanks for the reminder.