We have some amazing restaurants in our city, and we love highlighting new culinary gems at GVLtoday. But there have also been so many great, local restaurants that have closed over the and sometimes, we get a little hankering for a meal from a place that no longer exists.
We asked you about the spots that would be your go-to choices for dining out if they were still around.
Bird’s Fly South
This brewery + staple tenant of Hampton Station’s closure is still an open wound for many Greenvillians. If you don’t believe us, check out the comments on one of our recent Instagram posts.
Southern Culture
Known for its Sunday brunch, Southern Culture was a mix of southern cuisine with an upscale vibe. Remember the time Chris Pratt stopped by?
Look closely at the decor from around the world. | Photos by GVLtoday
Perch
This Overbrook restaurant was a German-style spot with cozy vibes, tasty food, and craft cocktails. City Editor Stephanie especially misses the Haluski.
In Conversation with Susanna Ashton | 5:30-7 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | Free entry | Spend an evening with this Clemson professor to discuss her latest book, “A Plausible Man,” with fellow Clemson professor Dr. Rhondda Thomas.
Bourbon Club Tasting Event | 6-8 p.m. | Maestro Bistro and Dinner Club | $65 | Sip on bourbons and dine on appetizers.
Thursday, Nov. 7
Tech Slam ‘N Eggs | 8-9:30 a.m. | Flywheel Coworking Greenville | Free entry | Presenters will lift the hood on their tech stack and talk about discoveries, insights, and challenges they overcame.
Cards for Vets | Hughes Main Library | Free | All ages are invited to drop in the children’s area to create a Veterans’ Day card.
Friday, Nov. 8
Rock Out Hunger Presented by Cigna Healthcare | 6:30-10:30 p.m. | Social Latitude | Free entry | Enjoy an evening of music and community that serves to raise awareness of the 60,000+ people in Greenville County experiencing food insecurity.
Bug Fest | 8-11:30 p.m. | Other Lands | $11 | Shop local vendors and makers selling their bug-inspired wares, listen to live music, and grab a drink.
Wednesday, Nov. 20
CCES Lower School (K5-4) Open House | 9:30-11 a.m. | Christ Church Episcopal School, Greenville | Free | Take a tour of Christ Church Episcopal School and hear from faculty, students, and parents about all the opportunities in the Lower School program.*
Votes are still rolling in for SC in the general election. If you’re watching the numbers, check the board of elections where you can find certified election results + see the results of the Penny Tax referendum.
History
Check out this SC voter registration card from 1923, just three years after women gained the right to vote.
Coming Soon
New tenants, who’s this? Hampton Station is getting two new tenants: The Game Show Challenge (you already know about that one) and Isomer Project Group — an engineering and construction group. Combined, these new tenants will occupy ~10,000 sqft. (Upstate Business Journal)
Eat
It’s all Greek to me. Greek + Italian restaurant Kouzina Pizza & Gyro is now open in the former Habitap space on Woodruff Road. Dine on gyros (it’s in the name, after all), hand-tossed pizzas, and pastas while you sit indoors or eat al fresco. (Upstate Business Journal)
Announced
Table 301 by any other name would smell as sweet. Table 301 Restaurant Group — celebrating 27 years this month — is changing its name to Table 301 Hospitality. Owner Carl Sobocinski told The Post and Courier Greenville, “Everything we do is about hospitality. ‘Restaurant’ is more one-dimensional, and hospitality is huge.”
Concert
Holiday at Peace — an annual concert from the Greenville Symphony Orchestra — returns to the Peace Center on Friday, Dec. 6 to Sunday, Dec. 8. Kick off your holiday season with local, live music — make sure to purchase tickets early as they tend to sell out quickly.
Closing
Opal Bride in The Village of West Greenville will close by the end of the year. According to the Instagram post announcing the closure, all current orders for brides will be fulfilled + the shop will accept appointments through the end of the month. (Upstate Business Journal)
Feel Good
Grab your tissues. Oakley, a husky mix, was missing in Greenville County for five months. After Hurricane Helene, Oakley was spotted, rescued, and reunited with her owner. Watch the reunion video. (Greenville News)
Home
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What are you grateful for?
There’s a lot to be Gratefull for in this photo. | Photo by Gratefull GVL
After a whirlwind year, Gratefull GVL is asking you what you’re grateful for this year. We’ll share your answers with them so we can spread the love.
What + when is Gratefull GVL?
Gratefull GVL — a free, city-wide community potluck lunch — is returning to the Main Street Bridge on Monday, Nov. 25. The lunch — which first took place in 2019 — will serve Greenvillians from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at one long table in the heart of our downtown.
Fun fact: 3,000+ people attended the original event and120+ businesses, organizations, and restaurants contributed to the buffet.
The goal (beyond having a delicious meal) is to encourage open conversations about diversity + change in our city. The event was a hit in 2019, took place again in 2020, and this will be the first Gratefull GVL potluck since then.
I want to give a huge “thank you” to everyone who was able to vote early. You made it incredibly easy for those of us (like me) who weren’t able to hit the polls until Election Day.
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