48 College Towns That Serve Up the Most Delicious Food Scenes in America

27. Greenville, South Carolina — A Southern Food Revolution

Greenville is shaking up the Southern food scene, and Furman University students get to enjoy one of the best dining scenes in the South. The city has elevated soul food and BBQ to a whole new level, with spots like Soby’s, where shrimp and grits are plated like fine art. If you love international flavors, The Lazy Goat delivers a mix of Mediterranean small plates, perfect for sharing. And for a sweet ending, grab a homemade peach cobbler at Brick Street Café—it's pure Southern comfort.