California Dreaming - Greenville

4.6

1458 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 101 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Good for groups

California Dreaming serves a mix of hearty American classics in a large family-friendly atmosphere. What sets them apart from the rest is that every dish is fresh and prepared from scratch daily, including notable favorites, like the California Dreaming Salad, honey-butter Croissants and fall-off-the-bone Baby Back Ribs. Additional features: patio seating and online ordering with curbside pick-up.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(864) 234-9000
Website
https://californiadreaming.rest/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
40 Beacon Dr, Greenville, SC 29615
Neighborhood
Greenville
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

She Crab Soup$8.94
A rich and creamy Charleston classic
Steamed Peel & Eat Shrimp$10.95
(9) Old Bay boil, served with cocktail sauce
Nashville Hot Wings$15.95
Marinated in hot pepper sauce, fried crispy, with bleu cheese dip
Baked Potato Soup$7.95
Creamy soup, scallions, cheese, ham, bacon
Buffalo Dip$13.95
Rotisserie chicken, 3 cheese, lemon pepper pretzels
Our Famous Croissants (5)$6.95
Topped with honey-butter

Nachos

house-made chips

Traditional$13.95
Chili, cheese, tomatoes, jalapenos, sour cream
BBQ Chicken$14.95
Smoky BBQ sauce, red onions, cheese sauce
Seafood$16.95
Spicy shrimp, salmon, red onions, cheese sauce and lobster cream sauce with dill

Entrees

Cali Bowl$16.95
Warm sushi rice, avocado, jalapenos, sesame seeds, mango, scallions, jicama slaw, pickled red onions, chipotle mayo. Choice of:
- Tuna Poke$16.95
- Miso Salmon$17.95
- Steak$18.95
- Fried Chicken$15.95
Chicken Tenders Platter$16.95
Fried chicken tenderloins, served with house-made honey BBQ sauce and french fries
Blackened Chicken Pasta$17.95
Alfredo, scallions, tomatoes, with romano cheese
BBQ Chicken$15.95
Double breast of chicken basted with BBQ sauce, with side item
Knob Hill Chicken$17.95
Topped with ham and monterey jack cheese, with side item

Seafood Favorites

Miso Salmon$24.95
Miso glazed, sweet soy, with side
Carolina Trout$24.95
Grilled with arugula and lemon
Baked Shrimp Alfredo$21.95
Roasted garlic alfredo, large shrimp, romano cheese and breadcrumbs
Crab Cakes$31.95
Jumbo lump, mustard sauce, served with mashed potatoes and seasonal veggie

Fried Seafood Platters

Shrimp$20.95
Oysters$24.95
Flounder$20.95
All Three$26.95
Served with french fries

Salads

California Dreaming$14.95
Mixed greens, ham and turkey, cheddar and monterey jack cheeses, egg, tomatoes, almonds topped with warm ham and bacon, house dressing
Roasted Salmon or Chicken$16.95
Mixed greens, bacon, egg, avocado, tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette
- Salmon$16.95
- Chicken$15.95
Caesar$14.95
Crisp romaine, grated romano cheese, croutons
- Chicken or Fried Shrimp$14.95
- Fried Oysters$17.95
Chicken Club$15.95
Mixed greens, fried chicken strips, avocado, bacon, egg, tomatoes, house-made ranch dressing

Steaks, Chops + Ribs

Aged USDA Choice | Served with a house or caesar salad and side item. Add broiled or fried shrimp to any steak +$6.95

Pork Chop$26.95
16oz. double bone, frenched chop, peach jalapeno jam
Marinated Sirloin*$24.95
10oz. CAB sirloin marinated in fruit juices, garlic, soy sauce and spices
Filet Mignon*$37.95
8oz. barrel cut
Steak + Shrimp*$25.95
Two 3oz. filet medallions, crispy fried shrimp
Ribeye*$35.95
14oz. hand cut with cajun butter
New York Strip*$34.95
14oz. center cut topped with garlic butter
Baby Back Ribs$20.95
Danish full-flavored ribs, grilled with a charred exterior, basted with BBQ sauce, with side item
- One Rack$20.95
- Two Racks$29.95

Tacos (3)

Served with side item

Chicken$15.95
Shredded lettuce, chipotle & cilantro mayo, pico de gallo, Monterey cheese
Steak$17.95
Cilantro cabbage slaw, chipotle mayo, pickled onions, queso fresco
Crispy Shrimp$16.95
Jicama slaw, chipotle mayo, tomatoes, pickled onions, scallions, queso fresco
Veggie$14.95
Roasted cauliflower, chipotle mayo, cilantro cabbage slaw, avocado, pickled onions, scallions

Sandwiches

Served with french fries

Dreaming Double*$15.95
Double stack angus beef-blend, bacon, american cheese, pickles, signature sauce and onions
Black Bean Burger$13.95
House-made, pepper jack, avocado, lettuce, tomato, BBQ molasses sauce, mayo and mustard
Spicy Chicken$14.95
Nashville hot fried chicken, american cheese, jicama slaw, pickles, chipotle mayo
Club$13.95
Thinly sliced turkey, ham, bacon, cheddar and monterey jack cheeses, lettuce, tomato and mayo
Chicken$14.95
Broiled, topped with jack cheese, bacon, arugula, tomato and honey mustard

Sides

French Fries$5.95
Creamy Cauliflower$5.95
Cole Slaw$5.95
Mashed Potatoes$5.95
Baked Potato$5.95
after 4pm

Desserts

Chocolate Brownie$8.94
Apple Walnut Cobbler$8.94
Croissant Bread Pudding$7.95
Cheesecake$9.94
seasonal topping

What 1,458 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greenville
Kid-friendly
Greenville
Good for groups
Greenville
American
Greenville
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

California Dreaming in Greenville offers a delightful dining experience with consistently "delicious food" and "excellent service." The she crab soup and California Dreaming salad are standout dishes, often praised for their flavor. The atmosphere is pleasant, and the staff is attentive, making it a top choice for "special occasions" and regular visits alike.

1,459 Reviews

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Chasity
VIP
Charleston
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
California Dreaming is one of our go to restaurant. We had a late lunch and it was fabulous. The service and food were excellent. Never disappoints.
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Jeremy
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
California Dreaming is not our go to restaurant, but we do go here for many special occasions such as birthdays. We have never been disappointed in the food or the service here. We had the marinated sirloin and loaded mashed potatoes. Everything from the food to the service was of the highest quality.
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Lloyd
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tha atmosphere was very pleasant, the food was good and plenty and great service
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Wendy
Alabama
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was my birthday and my experience was great! Even with rsvp, we had to wait about 45 min for our table but they gave us those amazing croissants while we waited. I’d recommend this place to anyone.
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Donaldbrownandmelanie
VIP
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great as always!steak cooked to perfection!Great service!
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Robb
VIP
Charlotte
47 reviews
3.0
47 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was excellent. However, the food left much to be desired. Salmon’s texture was and the fish had gone through several freeze / thaw cycles. The Cali bowl’s rice was not warm. All in all just a “MEH” experience. Likely won’t return.
California Dreaming - GreenvilleResponded 5 days ago
Robb, we would welcome the opportunity to discuss your experience in more detail, should you feel you would like to. If you wish to contact us directly, I can be reached at kpeoples@californiadreaming.rest. We look forward to gaining your trust back!! Regards, Ken Peoples Operating Partner California Dreaming
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Bernard
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best steak I’ve ever had 🗣️🗣️🗣️ please go get yourself a new York strip
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James
VIP
Charleston
72 reviews
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Attentive waitstaff and a diverse menu makes this a local favorite.
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John
VIP
Charleston
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place but not our best night. Almost no dressing on the salad so had to wait to find our server and then wait again for more dressing. The ribs were good but cooked too long and dry. They’re usually some of the best. And lastly too much garlic in the mashed potatoes but all is forgiven because this is a rarity.
California Dreaming - GreenvilleResponded 5 days ago
John, we dropped the ball during your last visit. We thrive on delivering exceptional cuisine and service to all of our guests and when we fall short it's important for us to know. When you have a moment could you please email me offline? I can be directly reached at kpeoples@californiadreaming.rest. I look forward to hearing from you soon in hopes of regaining your trust! Regards, Ken Peoples Operating Partner
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J
VIP
Western NC
472 reviews
4.0
472 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent she crab soup. The Cali bowls are a nice addition to the menu (had the miso salmon bowl). This restaurant is a regular choice for us. Servers are especially helpful and attentive.
California Dreaming - GreenvilleResponded on January 7, 2025
Dear J, Thank you for your 4-star review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed most of your experience at [Restaurant Name]. We appreciate your feedback and are always working to improve, so if you have any suggestions on how we can make your next visit a 5-star one, please don't hesitate to let us know. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Regards, Kenshon Peoples Operating Partner
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FAQs

California Dreaming - Greenville offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (864) 234-9000.

California Dreaming - Greenville is rated 4.6 stars by 1458 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 101 times today

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Google Map for California Dreaming - Greenville

40 Beacon Dr, Greenville, SC 29615

Additional information

Neighborhood
Greenville
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://californiadreaming.rest/
Phone number
(864) 234-9000

California Dreaming - Greenville

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information