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New coffee shops in Mauldin and Simpsonville are blending community, culture and specialty drinks to create unique customer experiences in Greenville County. (Photo/Stephanie Kalina-Metzger)
May 11, 2026

Greenville County welcomes two new coffee shops

Two new coffee shops in Greenville County are bringing Vietnamese coffee culture, organ-ic offerings and community-focused spaces.

Jared Hellman and Andrew Hare started Old Duck after first pursuing separate careers elsewhere. (Photo/Old Duck)
May 4, 2026

Odd Duck growth reflects momentum in state’s startup ecosystem

Odd Duck, a Charleston-based startup, is expanding to three Lowcountry locations, highlighting South Carolina’s growing small business and startup ecosystem.

Cork & Cleaver will open April 20 in the former Urban Wren space on Markley Street in Greenville’s West End. (Photo/Stephanie Kalina-Metzger)
Apr 2, 2026

Cork & Cleaver to bring steakhouse tradition to Greenville’s West End

Cork & Cleaver will open April 20 in Greenville’s West End, bringing steakhouse fare and a wine-focused menu to the former Urban Wren space.

Upstate brand Tipsy Taco is returning to some of the early ways that made the restaurant group successful when it debuted in 2016. (Photo/Ghost Brands)
Mar 23, 2026

Tipsy Taco brings back founder Roger Carlton as CEO

Tipsy Taco names founder Roger Carlton CEO as it resets brand, expands in North Carolina and refocuses on scratch-made food and guest experience.

Smalls Sliders announced plans in 2024 to develop 40-50 locations around the state over the next 10 years. (Photo/Smalls Sliders)
Jan 28, 2026

Smalls Sliders to open 5 locations across Upstate

Smalls Sliders, backed by Drew Brees, plans five new Upstate locations under a multi-unit deal led by Feather & Fries LLC in Spartanburg and Greenville.