The Larrikin
New all-day cafe concept from chef Michael Toscano, who also operates Le Farfalle, Da Toscano Porchetta Shop, Fugazzi, and Blanca Estrada in Charleston. Menu will be coffee-focused with beans from multiple roasters, plus beer, wine, spirits, and ‘hearty but healthy’ food options including grain bowls. Hours will be 7am-9pm. No official opening date announced yet.
Mikino’s
Longtime hibachi takeout restaurant Mikino’s (formerly Mikino’s Diner) is reopening at a new location at 662 St. Andrews Rd, moving from its former address at 6169 St. Andrews Rd. The building was previously a Maurice’s Piggie Park. Flags reading ‘coming soon’ have been placed at the new location. No exact opening date has been set […]
Monterrey At The Vista
Monterrey Mexican Restaurant is relocating from 931 Senate St to 700 Gervais St, Suite C in Columbia’s Vista neighborhood after being displaced by an $80 million apartment development. May 30, 2026 is the last day at the current Senate Street location. Exact opening date at the new Gervais Street location has not yet been announced. […]
Nantucket’s Meat and Fish Market
Nantucket’s Meat and Fish Market plans to open a new location in Moultrie Plaza at 616 Coleman Blvd in Mount Pleasant, SC. The market offers New England-style seafood and meat. Signage was already visible at the location as of May 20, 2026.
Wendy’s
A Wendy’s is coming to Wilson Boulevard in Blythewood, SC, alongside a Publix and additional shopping center development. Multiple other restaurant/retail developments are planned in the area including a possible LongHorn Steakhouse near Food Lion. Article notes rapid residential growth driving business development.
Hangar 28 Kitchen & Events
Hangar 28 Kitchen & Events is a new restaurant planned to fill the former Runway Café space at Greenville Downtown Airport. Co-owners Lauren Good and Trish Ballentine are behind the project.
Cheeky
New concept from The Neighborhood Dining Group. 3,500-square-foot space with indoor dining room, expansive bar, open-air windows, and outdoor patio overlooking Meeting St. Menu centered around seafood entrees with signature cocktails, champagne and wine. Tagline: ‘Bolder, Louder, Livelier’. Targeting fall 2026 opening. Part of portfolio that includes Husk, Minero, Delaney Oyster Bar, and The James.
Hangar 28 Kitchen and Events
Hangar 28 Kitchen and Events is a new restaurant and event venue opening at the Greenville Downtown Airport in June 2026. Owned and operated by chef Trish Ballentine, the concept will serve lunch daily and breakfast on weekends with a full bar. It will also offer private charter catering services and a 3,500 sq ft […]
Kera Indian Kitchen
Kera Indian Kitchen is an Indian restaurant coming soon to a small shopping center on Sunset Blvd in Lexington, SC. The project is listed as ‘under construction’ in the town’s planning and zoning report. Signage is up, a building permit is posted in the window, and a ‘coming soon’ poster is displayed. No opening date […]
Subs n Stuff
Family-focused sub shop and gathering space opening in the Cayce River Arts District on State Street. Menu includes subs, burgers, wings, desserts and fresh drinks. Plans include outdoor seating, green space, public art, extended evening hours, and community events like paint-and-sip nights. Owner Pete Ache plans to apply for city facade grant program.