Innovative, locally-sourced food with a southern flair.
Blue Heron Restaurant located in beautiful, historic Pendleton, South Carolina has been serving our community delicious and innovative cuisines since 2002. Using quality ingredients sourced from our local farmers, or purchased from abroad, along with premium black angus beef, and east coast sourced seafood, the Blue Heron is dedicated to providing our guests with a fantastic experience. Daily house-cut steak, fish, shellfish, and maki rolls are a few menu items that help define us. We look forward to serving our upstate family and friends at Blue Heron Restaurant.
The Details
Opening times
- Monday-Wednesday 4pm to 9pm
- Thursday - Saturday 4pm to 10pm
- Sunday Dinner 4pm to 9pm
Tales from the kitchen
Chef and owner, Shaun Chastain, was born and raised in Central, South Carolina, and is a Daniel High School graduate. He attended Johnson & Wales University in Charleston, South Carolina where he graduated with a Culinary Arts Degree. After honing his skills in the city of Charleston, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia to continue learning and enhancing his trade. Since 2002, Shaun has accumulated both a wonderful staff of locally-trained chefs and long-lasting relationships with regional farmers. He loves contributing to his local community and feels continually blessed by those who have supported his small business, whether as friendly patrons or as fellow kitchen comrades, over the years.
Tales from
the winery
Our team at Blue Heron has carefully selected wines from around the world to complement our delicious menus.
Our current menu has over 20 offerings by the glass and over 125 bottles to choose from. Our by the glass offerings change seasonally in an effort to provide our guests with something new and different.
2020 Winner
Award of Excellence
Patrons Opinion
"A hidden jewel in Pendleton! My husband, Jeff, and I love finding locally owned places to eat & drink that have exceptional service. The Blue Heron is now our go-to place to relax at the end of the day."
"The Blue Heron is our favorite restaurant. The food is expertly prepared and the dishes are fantastic. There is something delicious on the menu for everyone. Whether we’re in the mood for steaks, fish, pasta, or sushi, the Blue Heron has our dish. Equally, or even more importantly, is the staff and atmosphere they create. Everyone is friendly and helpful, creating an atmosphere as inviting as their food. When you walk in the door, you can see everyone enjoying themselves and the mood is contagious. Because of this friendly, family atmosphere, we feel welcome and comfortable every visit. Our favorite evening consists of eating at the bar where we can enjoy the full menu as well as making new friends on each visit."
" The Blue Heron’s Blackened Atlantic Salmon is perfection. It is complimented to a tee by the sauteed spinach and bed of cheese grits it rests upon. The only negative aspect about it is that it’s addictive influence has caused me to miss out on other menu options. Every time I make the 88 mile drive from my home to the Blue Heron, the salmon is all I’m thinking about."
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Appetizers
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Chicken Wings
6 for 9.95 / 12 for 17.95 Preparation Options: Fried, Smoked, Double Dipped, Dry Rub
Sauce Options: Plain, Tangy BBQ, Jamaican Jerk, Local Honey Hot, Teriyaki -
Crab Cakes $10.95
Wilted Spinach, Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc
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Fried Green Tomatoes $9.95
Balsamic Mixed Greens, Feta Cheese, Red Pepper Aioli
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Prince Edward Isle Mussels $9.95
White Wine, Lemon, Garlic, Touch of Cream
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Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops $11.95
Blue Heron Bacon, Sweet Corn Red Pepper Relish, Cilantro Salad, Tomato Avocado Salsa
Soups & Salads
Add ons: Chicken 5.00, Shrimp 6.00, Scallops 8.00
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Lobster Bisque $6.00
Creamed Lobster Stock, Back Fin Crab Meat, Sherry Wine
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French Onion Soup $6.00
Traditional Herb Crouton, Melted Cheese
Add-ons with Salads + Chicken (4), Grilled Shrimp (5), Salmon (6), or Scallops (7) -
The Hartwell Monster half $6/full $11
Romaine & Leaf Greens, Fresh Tomatoes, Onion, Cucumber, Egg, Bacon, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Cheddar Cheese, Choice of Dressing
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Augustus Caesar half $5/full $10
Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Herb Croutons
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Thomas Green Clemson half $6/full $11
Mixed Greens, Artichoke Hearts, Fresh Tomatoes, Shaved Onion, Black Olives, Roasted Red Peppers, Feta Cheese, Balsamic-Herb Infused Vinaigrette
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Ford’s Field Greens half $6/full $11
Mixed Greens, Candied Dates, Toasted Pecans, Oven-Dried Tomatoes, Crisp Pancetta Ham, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Choice of Dressing
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Heron’s Catch of the Day $17.95
Mixed Greens, Grilled Seasoned Fresh Fish, Avocado, Artichoke Hearts, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Fresh Mozzarella, Lemon Basil Pesto Vinaigrette
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Garden Salad $4.00
Romaine, Cucumber, Tomato, Carrots, Onion, Cheddar Cheese, Croutons, Choice of Dressing
Pastas
Add ons: Chicken 5.00, Shrimp 6.00, Scallops 8.00
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Seafood Pasta $23.95
Jumbo Shrimp, Sea Scallops, Middle Neck Clams, PEI Mussels, Crawfish, Spinach, Tomato Basil Sauce
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Beef Stroganoff $15.00
Linguine, Mixed Mushrooms, Caramelized Onion, Sour Cream, Parmesan, Feta Cheese, Demi-Glace
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Pesto Penne $15.00
Three Cheese, Broccoli, Pesto Cream Sauce
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Clemson Carbonara $15.00
Penne, Garlic Cream, House-Cured Hickory Smoked Bacon, Collard Greens, Parmesan
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Angel Hair Pasta $14.00
Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce, Parmesan
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Penne Primavera $14.00
Pancetta, Sausage, Artichokes, Hericot Verts, Mushrooms, Creamy Tomato Basil Sauce
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Spinach Linguine $15.00
Artichokes, Oven-Dried Tomatoes, Black Olives, White Wine Cream, Roasted Red Pepper, Fresh Basil, Feta Cheese
Entrées
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Char-Grilled Filet Mignon $28.95
Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Wild Mushrooms in Puff Pastry, Grilled Asparagus, Red Wine Demi-Glace
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Blackened Atlantic Salmon $22.95
Cheddar Cheese Grits, Sauteed Spinach, Fresh Tomato Avocado Salsa, Basil Pesto
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Hickory Smoked Molasses BBQ House-Cut Pork Chop $22.95
Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Bacon Braised Collard Greens, Crisp Fried Onion, Port Wine Demi-Glace
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Shrimp & Cheddar Cheese Grits $22.95
House-Cured Tasso Ham Tomato Gravy, Crawfish, French Green Beans
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Dry Rubbed Grilled Ribeye Steak $26.95
Local Honey Shallot Jam, Bleu Cheese, Fingerling Potatoes, French Green Beans, Red Wine Demi-Glace
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Char-Grilled Gulf Red Grouper “Oscar Style” $24.95
Fire Toasted Corn Red Pepper Risotto, Grilled Asparagus, Lump Crab, Hollandaise
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Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna $23.95
MSC Certified, Baby Carrots, Sauteed Spinach, Wasabi Aioli, Sweet Soy Reduction
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Vegetable Entree $16.95
Chef’s Selection of Our Freshest Vegetables, Grilled, Steamed, and Roasted
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Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast $23.95
Rosemary-Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Hericot Verts, Crisp Fried Onion, Cherry Port Caper Jus
On the Bun
Choice of Side: French Fries, Fruit. or Garden Salad (+ $1.95)
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Eight Ounce Steak-Ground Burger $11.95
Choice of Cheese: Cheddar, Swiss, Bleu Served With Lettuce, Tomato, Mustard, Mayo
Add-On:
Bacon ($1.50) Caramelized Onions ($0.99) Mushrooms ($0.99) Jalapenos ($0.50) -
Salmon BLT $15.95
Bacon, Swiss, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Pepper Aioli
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Fried Grouper $15.95
Swiss, Lettuce, Tomato, Tartar Sauce
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Local Honey Buffalo Chicken $12.95
Bacon, Bleu Cheese Dressing, Lettuce, Tomato
Maki Rolls
All sushi is handmade to order; therefore, we cannot guarantee simultaneous sushi and traditional entrees.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of
foodborne illness.
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Angus Roll $12.00
Filet Mignon, Lump Crab, Asparagus, Scallion, Tempura Fried, Wasabi Aioli
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Crunchy Crab $10.00
Cucumber, Avocado, Tempura Flakes, Ponzu
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Cunningham $11.00
Crab-Seaweed Salad, Red Pepper, Sriracha, Sweet Chili Sauce, Japanese BBQ Sauce
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Dr. Jones $13.00
Shrimp Tempura, Bacon, Avocado, Spicy Crab, Japanese BBQ Sauce
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Fire Cracker Roll $11.00
California, Topped with Spicy Tuna, Masago
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Panko Fried Salmon $9.00
Spinach, Red Pepper, Japanese BBQ Sauce, Spicy Mayo
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Surf & Turf $12.00
Tempura Shrimp, Steak Tataki, Avocado, Asparagus, Japanese BBQ, Spicy Mayo
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Volcano Roll $11.00
Crab, Avocado, Cucumber, Spicy Crab Bake
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Rainbow Roll $13.00
Tuna, Salmon, Red Snapper, Avocado, Crab Stick, Cucumber, Citrus Soy Ponzu
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Shrimp Tempura $10.00
Cucumber, Ponzu
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Spicy Tuna Roll $9.00
Scallions, Avocado, Cucumber
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Spicy Vegetable Roll $8.00
Carrot, Red Pepper, Cucumber, Avocado, Asparagus, Togarashi
Desserts
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Amaretto Cheesecake $6.95
Chopped Toffee, Raspberry Coulis
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Classic Creme Brulee $6.95
Vanilla Flavored, Assorted Fresh Fruit
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Brown Sugar Bourbon Cheesecake $6.95
Graham Cracker Crust, Praline Pecan
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Fresh Fruit Cobbler $6.95
House Made Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
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Bittersweet Chocolate Molten Cake $7.95
Peanut Butter Ice Cream
Beer
Bottles...
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Angry Orchard 12oz
Walden,NY
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Budweiser 12oz
St. Louis, Missouri
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Bud Light 12oz
St. Louis, Missouri
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Michelob Light 12oz
St. Louis, Missouri
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Michelob Ultra 12oz
St. Louis, Missouri
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Miller Lite 12oz
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Blue Moon 12oz
Golden, Colorado
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Coors Light 12oz
Golden, Colorado
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Yuengling 12oz
Pottsville, Pennsylvania
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Sierra Nevada Pale Ale 12oz
Chico, California
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Corona 12oz
Mexico
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Heineken 12oz
Amsterdam, Holland
Contact
Blue Heron
(864) 653-3354
134 Exchange Street
Pendleton, SC 29670
Send us a message
Opening times
- Monday-Wednesday 4pm to 9pm
- Thursday - Saturday 4pm to 10pm
- Sunday Dinner 4pm to 9pm