Exciting developments are brewing near Johns Island as plans for a new brewery and tasting room take shape in a once-vacant commercial space. According to recent permits filed with the city, Charles Towne Fermentory is gearing up to launch a new location at 1750 Signal Point Rd Suite 165. Founded in 2016 by Adam Goodwin, the brewery already boasts two successful West Ashley ventures known as Avondale and The Garden. Spanning over a whopping 15,000 square feet across two stories, the new brewery’s design includes a dedicated 4,600 square foot tasting room. This expansive layout promises ample ..read more

A new American tavern is set to grace 601 Meeting St Suite 140 in North Central Charleston. The Archer will occupy the ground floor of the Meeting Street Lofts, taking over the 2,000-square-foot space once inhabited by Gale Restaurant. Owned by Elizabeth and Marc Hudacsko, who also helm the nearby Berkeley’s restaurant, The Archer aims to offer a blend of “classy cocktails, badass tunes, and genuine hospitality,” as noted on the eatery’s Instagram page. While sharing similarities with Berkeley’s, The Archer will present a more refined dining experience. According to The Post and Courier, the ..read more

The team behind popular food hall Gather Greenville is extending its vision to Mount Pleasant. Led by Mack and Doug Cross of Four Oaks Property Group, Gather MTP has been in the works since 2022. According to The Post and Courier, the 5.5-acre park concept would be nestled within the existing Midtown residential development off Rifle Range Road, stretching from Hungry Neck Boulevard to Hancock Street. The goal is to commence construction this year. Mack Cross envisions Gather MTP as a “community gathering space,” boasting amenities like an artificial turf area, a live music stage, and versati ..read more

Crave Italian Oven & Bar yesterday announced plans to open a third Myrtle Beach location at 7401 N Kings Hwy, just steps from their original spot. In a press release, the restaurant shared that this new venue aims to better connect with both current and future patrons while maintaining its foundational values. “As we continue to grow and evolve, we felt it was time to move to provide our guests with expanded indoor and outdoor space, paired with improved parking, all while providing a refreshed dining experience,” said President and CEO Jill Vaugh. “Our new location embodies our continued ..read more

Last year, What Now Charleston reported that the Chick-fil-A situated at 1656 Savannah Hwy in West Ashley would soon be getting an overhaul. Now, that location and two others are set for updates. The Chick-fil-A restaurants near Tanger Outlets at 4926 Centre Pointe Dr in North Charleston and at 653 Long Point Rd in Mt Pleasant are also due for renovations. It’s not yet clear if all locations will close during the updates. The North Charleston location is currently closed for kitchen and dining room upgrades and aims to reopen in the coming months, as reported by The Post and Courier. However ..read more

A new eatery is set to open in Nexton, though its specific location remains undisclosed for now. According to the Nexton website, Naan Appetit will soon open in Downtown Summerville. The restaurant already has an existing location in North Charleston, as well as two locations in Georgia. Specializing in contemporary Indian cuisine, Naan Appetit offers a menu featuring dishes like samosas, tandoori, and butter chicken, along with vegetarian options. Owners Atith and Seshu Kotcherlakot were not available for immediate comment, so it remains unclear whether they will manage the new location. Sta ..read more

A new restaurant is under construction near Downtown Myrtle Beach. According to The Sun News, the site, which is located across North Kings Highway from Fiesta Mexicana at 410 70th Ave North, is owned by local restaurateur Sam Lauren. Lauren, who also owns Soho Steak & Seafood, Clearwater Oyster Bar & Grill, and Toasty, confirmed the development but did not disclose the restaurant’s identity. Despite requests for comment, Lauren did not respond to What Now Charleston. Stay tuned for further updates as this project progresses ..read more

The Starbucks located at 636-A Long Point Rd in the Belle Hall Shopping Center in Mt Pleasant is set to temporarily close for renovations. According to a post on the “2024 Openings and Closings in Charleston” Yelp page, the closure will take effect this Sunday, April 21, 2024. The goal is to reopen the store in early summer. With nearly 40,000 stores worldwide, Starbucks has a significant global presence, boasting over 200 locations in South Carolina alone. Known for its wide selection of hot and cold coffee beverages, the coffee giant also serves teas, snacks, breakfast, lunch, and pastries ..read more

A new dry bar will soon open in Myrtle Beach. Charleston Hemp Collective plans to launch its latest High Rise Cannabis Dry Bar at 8703 US Hwy 17 Bypass South, Unit A in Surfside Beach by mid-May 2024, as reported by Holy City Sinner. Matt Skinner, who co-founded Charleston Hemp Collective and its sister brand, High Rise Beverage Company, with his wife Libiss Skinner shared their vision for the forthcoming dry bar: “Our goal with opening another Dry Bar in SC is to create an elevated experience for those seeking nonalcoholic alternatives. We are striving to make a more inclusive drinking cultu ..read more

A new ice cream shop is headed to the heart of Moncks Corner. According to the shop’s Facebook page, Big Mike’s Ice Cream will soon open at 407 Corner Square Plaza. The family-owned ice cream shop will delight customers with 32 flavors of hand-scooped ice cream, along with a tempting selection of sundaes, milkshakes, and soft-serve treats. Big Mike’s recently unveiled a vibrant mural by artist Julie Wheeler, complete with an array of colorful ice cream cones, adding a lively touch to the space. Owner Michael Callow did not immediately respond to inquiries from What Now Charleston, so det ..read more