Nic & Norman’s — a Southern-inspired restaurant by Norman Reedus + Greg Nicotero — is now open at 1 Augusta St., the prominent building that sits at the gateway to Greenville’s West End. ICYMI, Smoke on the Water closed March and plans to move to Pelham Road.
Right now, the new eatery is reservation-only. Keep an eye on Open Table for availability + social media for an opening date for walk-ins.
From TV to the kitchen
Recognize the names? The duo behind Nic & Norman’s met on set of “The Walking Dead” and this is their fifth restaurant. Reedus is known for playing Daryl Dixon in front of the camera, and Nicotero was the special effects makeup artist on the show.
The concept began as a hang out spot for the cast and crew in Senoia, GA (where the show was filmed). Now, the Greenville location joins restaurants in Louisville + Lexington, KY and Chattanooga, TN.
The space
Get ready for some changes to the building you’ve dined at over the past two decades. The bar and the front entrance moved the main dining area in the back. Plus, there are plans to utilize the space outside the restaurant.
The eatery has a “speakeasy” feel with dark wood, cozy colors, and stunning chandeliers. Plus, you’ll find photography and art on the walls with some familiar faces for “The Walking Dead” fans.
The menu
The food is Southern-inspired serving lunch, dinner, and brunch (on the weekends). The cocktail menu continues the “speakeasy” vibe and you can also sip on beer + wine.
From a full lineup of burgers to flat breads and apps, there’s something for everyone on this menu. Plus, the entree list is filled with comfort food favorites like shrimp and grit cakes, homestyle meatloaf, and the Coca-Cola braised pork shank.
