Bryan Beal, founder of the Innovative Hospitality and Development Group, toured an old mill in Fountain Inn over three years ago. Now, he’s preparing to open his brewery on the site soon, bringing new life to the historic property.
Located at the corner of Ellison and Wall Streets, just steps from Fountain Inn’s Main Street., the old flour mill — which is on the National Register of Historic Places — houses three tin-clad wood structures. They’ve been restored with an emphasis on preserving the site’s history + repurposing original materials in the process.
Then: The Ellison Flour Mill
Now: Fountain Inn Brewing Co.
This three-story, 5,000-sqft building will house a new original brewery concept. Guests will be able to grab craft beer, or wine and cocktails, at the bars — yes, plural — with service offered on both the first and second level. Plus, pair your drinks with pizza, shareables, and salads.
The second story will also be available as private event space.
Then: The auction house
Now: Indoor seating
The middle building (2,830 sqft) will offer more indoor seating with access to a green space. Get ready to watch movies and sporting events on the outdoor big screen (which is among the biggest, if not the biggest, in Greenville County).
Then: The repair shop
Now: The food hall
As part of the next phase, opening in fall 2024, a 6,000-sqft food hall (like IHDG’s other concept Vaughn’s Food Hall in Simpsonville) will take over the former repair shop building on the far side of the property, offering families even more dining options.
Watch our virtual tour + follow @themillatfountaininn for an official opening announcement, which is expected later this week.
