Greer Cajun Restaurant Named One of Best in U.S.

White Wine & Butter, a Greer, South Carolina restaurant, has been recognized as one of the top 39 places to eat in America.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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White Wine & Butter, a Cajun restaurant in Greer, South Carolina, has been named one of the top 39 restaurants in the United States by USA Today. The restaurant, owned by chef Michael Sibert, is known for its creative blend of Southern, French, and global influences, serving dishes like Front Porch Fried Chicken, East Coast Deviled Eggs, and Duck Tartare.

Why it matters

This recognition highlights the growing reputation of Greer, South Carolina as a culinary destination, as well as the ability of a local, independent restaurant to gain national acclaim through its commitment to quality, creativity, and hospitality.

The details

White Wine & Butter is located within a public country club in Greer and serves a menu that blends Southern, French, and global influences. Chef Michael Sibert's dishes, such as the Blue Crab Claws with curry butter, Royal Street Pasta with a sweet finish, and the Salmon Crab Cake with a cherry gastrique sauce, have earned the restaurant a spot on USA Today's prestigious Restaurants of the Year list.

  • White Wine & Butter opened in Greer, South Carolina.
  • In 2026, the restaurant was named one of the top 39 places to eat in the United States by USA Today.

The players

Michael Sibert

The chef and owner of White Wine & Butter, a Cajun restaurant in Greer, South Carolina that was named one of the top 39 restaurants in the United States by USA Today.

White Wine & Butter

A Cajun restaurant located within a public country club in Greer, South Carolina, known for its creative blend of Southern, French, and global influences.

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What they’re saying

“Being named to the USA Today Restaurant of the Year list is an incredible honor, but for me it is not about personal recognition. I have been blessed to win awards before and am always grateful, this one belongs to my team, their consistency is what makes this place special.”

— Michael Sibert, Chef and Owner, White Wine & Butter

What’s next

White Wine & Butter has several themed dinners and events planned in the coming months, including a 'Pulp Fiction'-inspired collaborative dinner, a Galentine's cocktail class and five-course meal, and an edible flower dining experience featuring local flower farmers.

The takeaway

White Wine & Butter's national recognition as one of the best restaurants in the U.S. demonstrates the ability of a local, independent restaurant to gain a reputation for culinary excellence through its commitment to creativity, quality, and hospitality - even when located within a public country club setting.