We moved to the lake area about 5 months ago, from just outside of Philadelphia. Since much of our dining out experience is Philadelphia and New York City, the bar is set pretty high. Pascals definitely provides high end dining! We were thrilled. My shrimp tempura, short ribs, and Creme Brulee were all excellent! I ordered a French Martini and it was prepared perfectly! Service was wonderful... friendly and attentive and not at all of overbearing. We will definitely be back....A LOT!Kid-friendliness: Not a great idea for small children, definitely more of a date night atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Blaine Boles
Date night. We opted for Pascal’s Cafe because it seemed like the nicest place in town. We started with drinks: I had the dark and stormy (Dark Rum + Ginger Beer) and she had the Lemon Drop. Both drinks were great - mine was strong and it did not disappoint. We had the escargot as an appetizer- I have had escargot in France, and what we were served here was honestly superior. The piping hot dish cradled the escargot in a delicious pesto, garlic sauce. It was so good we dipped our bread in the sauce itself. She had the fettuccine and I had the NY strip. Both were excellent and well worth the money spent. Of note, the cognac peppercorn sauce accompanying my NY strip was perhaps one of the best sauces I’ve had - it was great for dipping the steak in, but was also delicious on the mashed potatoes. I have do doubt we’ll be back here (and hopefully soon).
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sauce
Doug Landreth
What a wonderful Birthday Dinner I had. Upon the recommendations of some tablemates of ours at a recent fundraiser dinner we attended, Brian made us reservations at Pascal’s Café and Grill in Greenwood, SC. These recommendations were further supported when we ran into friends, and restaurant owner, celebrating their wedding anniversary on the covered patio. You can now add Brian and I to the chorus of those singing the praises of Pascal’s.I could tell Pascal’s did things right as soon as we walked in. In the foyer they had a selection of magnifying reading glasses for customers who needed them, and the table lines were very soft. Much nicer than the stiff nonabsorbent ones that often result when using a linen service. I asked our server if they did their own linens and she told me they do in fact own them and wash them on site.Of course, the main attraction was the food, and it was top notch all around. Striking presentations, imaginative compositions, complex flavors, and ample servings. Unintrusive staff and eclectic décor complemented the enjoyment of the evening. We shared each course.For appetizers we choose: Savory Goat Cheese Crème Brulé with Baggett Toast; and a Potato Cake stuffed with Pepper Jack Cheese, with Crispy Pork Belly, Asian Chili Oil, and Blackened Shrimp.Both were so good we could not decide which one we liked better. The goat cheese crème brule’ was smooth, thick, and pungent, the baggett toast was well seasoned, buttery, and crisp. The combination was a real winner. The small salad with toasted pecans and vinaigrette dressing were there to offer some acid to lighten the dish. For me I loved the cheese and toast so much I left all the salad for Brian. The potato cake with pork belly and shrimp brought just the right amount of spice to our first course. The velvety smooth potatoes were drizzled with an oil that heated things up a bit. Adding both pork belly and shrimp to the dish added contrasting texture and a bit more body to this appetizer.Knowing we were going to have dessert we opted not to have a salad, but the night’s menu did offer four solid classic options.For our entrées we choose: Pascal’s House Made Meatloaf, layered with Mashed Potatoes and topped with Pimento Cheese; and Slow Roasted Duck Confit over Mashed Potatoes.Both were served with Green Beans, Young Carrot, and Couscous. Both dishes were full of flavor. The meatloaf was tender and moist, sliced into two rounds which sandwiched the creamy mashed potatoes. A rich Demi Glaze finished the dish. The duck confit was fall off the bone tender. The feel of the dish was rich not fatty, as can sometimes be the case with duck confit. Both of our potatoes, green beans, and couscous, were prepared as well as anyone could want.For our desserts we choose: Lemon Lavender Tiramisu and Tart Tatin a la Mode.The tiramisu was the more contemporary of the two, the tart the more traditional of the two. Both well executed and very much enjoyed. The tiramisu’s lemon component was tart and creamy. The lavender being present by dried lavender leaves sprinkle among the custard and cake provided a noticeable flavor while avoiding the common pitfalls over overkill when lavender oil is used. The tart was classic rustic apple, pastry, and ice cream. It was served warm, the apples were plentiful, perfectly coated with a restrained amount of spiced sugary glaze.We both left completely happy with our first dining experience, looking forward to returning many times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Geoffrion
Gotta say, this was high up on my list for hitting a revered local meal. The food? Excellent. But unfortunately we had poor...even bordering on comically poor service. Like a bottle of white wine served room temp? Then brought to server's attention and its met with a shrug? Then pushed further, the staff member brought out a glass of ice. Sorry but it still renders a warm bottle of white...well warm. Other tables are having salads and bread service while our butter is sitting lonely on the table. So asking for bread its dropped off like a lonely cheeseburger at Sonic. So as this is going from bad to worse, I ask another server for the captain of this ship. The owner who I believe is present, sends out the chef out who explains how deliveries we not up to par and hasn't allowed for proper wine chilling. One word comes to mind that has so many meanings. Ownership.So we switch, get our main courses and a dessert. As we look at the other tables being well cared for, this evening left a taste of what could of been....but was so far off of the mark. Sorry Greenwood, this isn't the complete experience.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 1
Eliza M
I have been here 3 times. I tried the shrimp & grits once and was not a fan. The chicken is really good though!!! It is expensive, but I will continue to go back.
Mike Carbonneau
Quite possibly my favorite restaurant! The atmosphere, service and quality of food is impeccable. The French Onion soup is the best I’ve ever had, and the portion is extremely generous. And the Osso Bucio? Outrageous! This place does everything right!
Patricia C.
Good quality food. nice atmosphere great service but overpriced for amount of food. if you are ok with that then you will enjoy it.
Kenny Meek
Excellent food, beautiful place and good experience will be going back on that special occasion.
frank lubrano
Love this place. Great good. Tad on the expensive sides. For special occasions.
Cute french restaurant with outside seating! Good food too!
Buz A
What a delightful dining experience. Beautiful facility and wonderful staff serving a very enjoyable and tasty dinner. A great variety of wonderful dishes to choose from. They came highly recommended, and easily met my expectations! Bon Appétit.
Cathy Summey Oliver
Tonight was my first time there, won’t be my last. It was quite charming and everything was delicious! I had the shrimp ‘n grits, my date had a double order of the scallops. We both had a wedge salad and shared a dessert of pecan pie with vanilla ice cream , 2 coffees, which was also fresh and good!
Michael Houston
Excellent food and good service.
John
Pascal’s is my favorite restaurant in Greenwood, and we are blessed to have a culinary destination of its caliber in this region. I have eaten at many fine dining establishments in various cities, and Pascal’s is still one of my favorites. We have been going there for 20 years, and the experience is always consistently wonderful. The food is delicious, the service is attentive, and the ambiance is pleasant. The lamb shank is one of the best lamb dishes I’ve ever tried…slow roasted and well seasoned, it falls off the bone. Thank you, Pascal and Lisa, for continuing to deliver your culinary expertise within this community!
We moved to the lake area about 5 months ago, from just outside of Philadelphia. Since much of our dining out experience is Philadelphia and New York City, the bar is set pretty high. Pascals definitely provides high end dining! We were thrilled. My shrimp tempura, short ribs, and Creme Brulee were all excellent! I ordered a French Martini and it was prepared perfectly! Service was wonderful... friendly and attentive and not at all of overbearing. We will definitely be back....A LOT!Kid-friendliness: Not a great idea for small children, definitely more of a date night atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Date night. We opted for Pascal’s Cafe because it seemed like the nicest place in town. We started with drinks: I had the dark and stormy (Dark Rum + Ginger Beer) and she had the Lemon Drop. Both drinks were great - mine was strong and it did not disappoint. We had the escargot as an appetizer- I have had escargot in France, and what we were served here was honestly superior. The piping hot dish cradled the escargot in a delicious pesto, garlic sauce. It was so good we dipped our bread in the sauce itself. She had the fettuccine and I had the NY strip. Both were excellent and well worth the money spent. Of note, the cognac peppercorn sauce accompanying my NY strip was perhaps one of the best sauces I’ve had - it was great for dipping the steak in, but was also delicious on the mashed potatoes. I have do doubt we’ll be back here (and hopefully soon).
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sauce
What a wonderful Birthday Dinner I had. Upon the recommendations of some tablemates of ours at a recent fundraiser dinner we attended, Brian made us reservations at Pascal’s Café and Grill in Greenwood, SC. These recommendations were further supported when we ran into friends, and restaurant owner, celebrating their wedding anniversary on the covered patio. You can now add Brian and I to the chorus of those singing the praises of Pascal’s.I could tell Pascal’s did things right as soon as we walked in. In the foyer they had a selection of magnifying reading glasses for customers who needed them, and the table lines were very soft. Much nicer than the stiff nonabsorbent ones that often result when using a linen service. I asked our server if they did their own linens and she told me they do in fact own them and wash them on site.Of course, the main attraction was the food, and it was top notch all around. Striking presentations, imaginative compositions, complex flavors, and ample servings. Unintrusive staff and eclectic décor complemented the enjoyment of the evening. We shared each course.For appetizers we choose: Savory Goat Cheese Crème Brulé with Baggett Toast; and a Potato Cake stuffed with Pepper Jack Cheese, with Crispy Pork Belly, Asian Chili Oil, and Blackened Shrimp.Both were so good we could not decide which one we liked better. The goat cheese crème brule’ was smooth, thick, and pungent, the baggett toast was well seasoned, buttery, and crisp. The combination was a real winner. The small salad with toasted pecans and vinaigrette dressing were there to offer some acid to lighten the dish. For me I loved the cheese and toast so much I left all the salad for Brian. The potato cake with pork belly and shrimp brought just the right amount of spice to our first course. The velvety smooth potatoes were drizzled with an oil that heated things up a bit. Adding both pork belly and shrimp to the dish added contrasting texture and a bit more body to this appetizer.Knowing we were going to have dessert we opted not to have a salad, but the night’s menu did offer four solid classic options.For our entrées we choose: Pascal’s House Made Meatloaf, layered with Mashed Potatoes and topped with Pimento Cheese; and Slow Roasted Duck Confit over Mashed Potatoes.Both were served with Green Beans, Young Carrot, and Couscous. Both dishes were full of flavor. The meatloaf was tender and moist, sliced into two rounds which sandwiched the creamy mashed potatoes. A rich Demi Glaze finished the dish. The duck confit was fall off the bone tender. The feel of the dish was rich not fatty, as can sometimes be the case with duck confit. Both of our potatoes, green beans, and couscous, were prepared as well as anyone could want.For our desserts we choose: Lemon Lavender Tiramisu and Tart Tatin a la Mode.The tiramisu was the more contemporary of the two, the tart the more traditional of the two. Both well executed and very much enjoyed. The tiramisu’s lemon component was tart and creamy. The lavender being present by dried lavender leaves sprinkle among the custard and cake provided a noticeable flavor while avoiding the common pitfalls over overkill when lavender oil is used. The tart was classic rustic apple, pastry, and ice cream. It was served warm, the apples were plentiful, perfectly coated with a restrained amount of spiced sugary glaze.We both left completely happy with our first dining experience, looking forward to returning many times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gotta say, this was high up on my list for hitting a revered local meal. The food? Excellent. But unfortunately we had poor...even bordering on comically poor service. Like a bottle of white wine served room temp? Then brought to server's attention and its met with a shrug? Then pushed further, the staff member brought out a glass of ice. Sorry but it still renders a warm bottle of white...well warm. Other tables are having salads and bread service while our butter is sitting lonely on the table. So asking for bread its dropped off like a lonely cheeseburger at Sonic. So as this is going from bad to worse, I ask another server for the captain of this ship. The owner who I believe is present, sends out the chef out who explains how deliveries we not up to par and hasn't allowed for proper wine chilling. One word comes to mind that has so many meanings. Ownership.So we switch, get our main courses and a dessert. As we look at the other tables being well cared for, this evening left a taste of what could of been....but was so far off of the mark. Sorry Greenwood, this isn't the complete experience.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 1
I have been here 3 times. I tried the shrimp & grits once and was not a fan. The chicken is really good though!!! It is expensive, but I will continue to go back.
Quite possibly my favorite restaurant! The atmosphere, service and quality of food is impeccable. The French Onion soup is the best I’ve ever had, and the portion is extremely generous. And the Osso Bucio? Outrageous! This place does everything right!
Good quality food. nice atmosphere great service but overpriced for amount of food. if you are ok with that then you will enjoy it.
Excellent food, beautiful place and good experience will be going back on that special occasion.
Love this place. Great good. Tad on the expensive sides. For special occasions.
The food was absolutely amazing!!!
Restaurantji Recommends
Cute french restaurant with outside seating! Good food too!
What a delightful dining experience. Beautiful facility and wonderful staff serving a very enjoyable and tasty dinner. A great variety of wonderful dishes to choose from. They came highly recommended, and easily met my expectations! Bon Appétit.
Tonight was my first time there, won’t be my last. It was quite charming and everything was delicious! I had the shrimp ‘n grits, my date had a double order of the scallops. We both had a wedge salad and shared a dessert of pecan pie with vanilla ice cream , 2 coffees, which was also fresh and good!
Excellent food and good service.
Pascal’s is my favorite restaurant in Greenwood, and we are blessed to have a culinary destination of its caliber in this region. I have eaten at many fine dining establishments in various cities, and Pascal’s is still one of my favorites. We have been going there for 20 years, and the experience is always consistently wonderful. The food is delicious, the service is attentive, and the ambiance is pleasant. The lamb shank is one of the best lamb dishes I’ve ever tried…slow roasted and well seasoned, it falls off the bone. Thank you, Pascal and Lisa, for continuing to deliver your culinary expertise within this community!