Town Tavern 7669 Atomic Road, Aiken, SC 29831, Located in Jackson, 803-471-9244, Open 11 Monday - Friday. Saturday 2- midnight. Serves lunch.

Duke's Bar-B-Q 4248 Whiskey Road, Aiken, SC 29803, 803-649-7675, Specializing in a wide array of barbecue specialties, this family dining restaurant also serves delicious side items and desserts daily for lunch and dinner. 

Linda's Bistro 210 The Alley, Aiken, SC 29801, Historic Downtown Aiken, 803-648-4853, Quaint and charming bistro that offers an array of delicious steaks, chops, and grilled foods, as well as occasional, all-inclusive wine tasting dinners. They are open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sunday and Monday. Reservations are recommended. more... 

Aiken Brewing Company 140 Laurens Street Southwest, Aiken, SC 29801, Corner of Laurens and The Alley Streets, 803-502-0707, Renowned for its ribs, chicken wings, and fantastic microbrewed beer, this laid-back, yet elegant restaurant also serves steaks house salads with homemade dressing, delicious soups, and Carolina style barbecue sauce on its ribs. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sunday. 

Jade of China 1014 Pine Log Road, Aiken, SC 29803, 803-642-8509, Open for lunch and dinner, this popular Chinese restaurant is known for generous portions and reasonable prices.

New Moon Cafe 116 Laurens Street Northwest, Aiken, SC 29801, 803-643-7088, This trendy coffee house and cafe serves hot and cold beverages, gourmet sandwiches and desserts, smoothies and more.

Cuizine 100 Laurens Street Southwest, Aiken, SC 29801, 803-644-1234, The 150-seat, 4500-square foot restaurant features beautifully presented, international cuisine. The eclectic menu embodies Chef Chin's career, spanning his French-Asian heritage, French training and eclectic influences.  more...

Oliva's Italian Restaurant 126 Laurens Street Northwest, Aiken, SC 29801, 803-514-2573, Oliva's features a small, intimate setting with a 1st class chef and staff. Their menu features fresh, homemade pasta and entrees, homemade gelatos and desserts, and some of the best calamari around. Reservations are recommended. 

Tuscany Grill, The 235 Richland Avenue West, Aiken, SC 29801, 803-642-9907, Aiken's premier restaurant for superb Italian cuisine, this restaurant serves specialties such as Spinach Lasagna, the Sicilian Calzonetto, and White Pizza, as well as sandwiches, pastas, and zuppe. An extensive wine list complements your meal. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sunday. more... 

Salsa Mexican Grill 109 Tamil Drive, Aiken, SC 29803, 803-643-2722, Enjoy a hearty, Mexican meal at this fun and festive restaurant. The menu features all of your favorites including stuffed burritos and nachos, refreshing margaritas and homemade salsa with chips.

Teresa's Mexican Restaurant 1935 Whiskey Road, Aiken, SC 29803, 803-643-8644, Teresa's serves lunch and dinner seven days a week. The atmosphere and spicy salsa keep customers coming back again and again.

Acropolis Pizza Restaurant 1647 Richland Avenue West, Aiken, SC 29801, 803-649-7601, Acropolis Restaurant is an Aiken tradition offering incredible, cheesy pizza with your favorite toppings and a selection of Greek favorites. Try the spinokopita!

Ferrando's Italian Pizzeria 231 The Aly, Aiken, SC 29801, 803-643-7399, This locally operated pizzera offers authentic, Italian-style pizza prepared with real cheese, savory sauce, and only the finest toppings.

Pat's Restaurant 205 Richland Avenue West, Aiken, SC 29801, 803-648-1028, The whole family will love this old fashioned cafe offering the best country cooking in Aiken!

Riley's Whitby Bull (circa 1880) 801 East Pine Log Road, Aiken, SC 29803, 803-641-6227, Located in a Second Empire style home, this quaint and romantic fine dining restaurant offers such specialties as Elk Steak, Big Game Bratwurst, and Fallow Tenderloin. They are open Wednesday for lunch and dinner and open on Thursday and Friday for lunch only. Reservations are required. 

Teabelles Tea Room & Gift Shop 202 Richland Avenue West, Aiken, SC 29801, 803-642-4TEA, Enjoy delicious teas, sandwiches, scones, fresh fruit, and more in one of several rooms at this tea room that also features an onsite gift shop where you can purchase specialty and gourmet teas. Special occasion teas, evening teas, and Sunday brunches are available by reservation only. They are open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and early dinner. more...