JW Marriott Greenville
Auro Hotels plans to develop South Carolina’s first JW Marriott as part of the Falls Park Conference District, a six-acre mixed-use development along the Reedy River in downtown Greenville. The 335-room hotel will be an adaptive reuse of the historic Bowater Building. Amenities include 8,800+ sq ft of meeting/event space, four F&B outlets, executive lounge, […]
JW Marriott Greenville
Auro Hotels plans to develop South Carolina’s first JW Marriott in downtown Greenville, converting the historic Bowater Building into a 335-room luxury hotel as part of the Falls Park Conference District mixed-use development along the Reedy River. Amenities include a fitness center, four F&B outlets, JW Garden, executive lounge, 8,800+ sq ft of meeting/event space, […]
The Goat
Lifestyle Communities is bringing its The Goat restaurant concept to North Charleston’s Ingleside neighborhood. Two-story restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows, full bar, and private event spaces. Menu includes Street Taco board, Fish and Chips, and Harvest Bowl. Will offer catering and special event space. Opening in September 2026.
Truth BBQ
Michelin-recognized Texas BBQ restaurant Truth BBQ, owned by Leonard Botello IV, is slated to open at 1300 Rutledge Ave., the former home of Rutledge Cab Co. in Charleston, SC. The restaurant received a Bib Gourmand distinction in Michelin’s inaugural Texas guide. Plans include a new smokehouse and renovated building. Botello has personal ties to Charleston, […]
Riva Mare
Coastal Italian restaurant owned by Indigo Road Hospitality Group, set to open August 21 at Navy Yard Charleston inside Storehouse Nine. Executive chef Sean McMullen, formerly of Luminosa in Asheville, NC, will lead the kitchen with a focus on seafood-forward coastal Italian cuisine including crudos, tartares, whole-grilled fish, and large-format seafood. Will be the first […]
Dirty Myrtle Wing Company
Dirty Myrtle Wing Company is opening a second location in Socastee near Coastal Carolina University, offering dine-in, takeout, and delivery. Known for house-made sauces like Fireball Whiskey and Mango Parmenero. Founders Troy Bennett and Tracy Bennett also plan to license additional locations across the Grand Strand.
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Local franchisee Ryan Delman is opening his 13th Jersey Mike’s location in the Charleston area. The 1,500 sq ft shop will be located in a newly built 4,000 sq ft commercial property at 1640 Remount Rd. Delman has been franchising Jersey Mike’s for 29 years.
Carolina Hot Chicken
Nashville hot chicken restaurant opening in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Menu includes chicken tenders and wings with spice levels ranging from mild to Carolina Reaper, plus sides like mac and cheese, rice bowls, and fries. Grand opening event on Aug. 15 from 3-6 p.m. will feature $1.50 chicken tenders and a back-to-school giveaway of backpacks […]
Jim ‘N Nick’s Community BBQ
Alabama-based barbecue chain opening a new location in Carolina Forest (Myrtle Beach area) at 79 Rodeo Drive just off U.S. Highway 501. Restaurant is currently under construction as of July 27, 2026. No official grand opening date has been set. Local owner is Jason Trenkler. This will be the chain’s fifth South Carolina location.
Portofino’s
Long-time family-owned Italian restaurant opening a second location in the Augusta Road area of Greenville, SC. The new location at 15 Conestee Ave. is set to open in September 2026. The restaurant is known for traditional Italian dishes and has been in operation for nearly 30 years. Brent Maynard, son of the founder, owns the […]