Beloved South Carolina Restaurant Closes After Almost Three Decades
Food is a universal language that brings people together. We celebrate with it. We use it for comfort sometimes. And, that favorite dish or restaurant brings back so many pleasant memories. So, when we hear of one of those favorite spots closing it brings a bit of sadness. And, that’s the case when we learned this beloved South Carolina restaurant closes after almost three decades.
According to Count On News 2, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina’s “The Mustard Seed” announced it’s closing on social media. The post indicated owner Sal Parco plans a retirement, resulting in the restaurant’s farewell. Diners in the Mount Pleasant area enjoyed the iconic spot serving brunch, lunch and dinner for 28 years.
In his post, Parco says of the community and customers, “I am forever grateful to have been welcomed in with such open arms and my gratitude toward you is immense.” And, he further mentioned he felt it was “time to pass the baton.” So, if you’re a fan of The Mustard Seed grab one last meal before it’s gone. The South Carolina restaurant closes this week.
The Mustard Seed website remarks of its humble beginnings with just 7 tables and 3 employees. However, the growth blossomed into a group of restaurants, including Long Point Grill. They describe a cuisine that’s a healthier choice made with fresh ingredients. The menu offers delicious sounding fare from “butterbean hummus” to comforting soups, salads, veggies, inventive handhelds and entrees.
Diners find everything from Pad Thai to seafood and gumbo, too. The Mustard Seed sounds absolutely delightful. It’s no surprise with the care and love put into the concept it lasted so long. So, if you get the chance to visit one last time do it. Find The Mustard Seed at 1036 Chuck Dawley Blvd.
Experts Say These Are The Best New Restaurants In South Carolina
There are new restaurants popping up all the time it seems. All claim to be unique and offer a “new concept”. But in all honesty many times it just the same things over and over again. And with the cost of going out to eat skyrocketing (like everything else in the world), how do you know what’s worth trying? The last thing you want to do is waste money on a below-average or terrible meal out. Well, I’m happy to share with you that two new restaurants in South Carolina were recognized by Southern Living as some of the best new restaurants in the South.
Our friends at Southern Living recently shared with us a list of the South’s Best New Restaurants of 2023! The publication’s expert editors evaluated new restaurants throughout the south. Restaurants were evaluated based on their food ( of course). But also on service, hospitality, and “how the restaurant supports and treats its staff and the wider community.”
The list contains 25 new restaurants across the south including Alabama, Arkansas, and Texas. They even go as far north as Delaware (though I wouldn’t consider that the south). And excitingly two South Carolina restaurants received the honor of being named The South’s Best New Restaurants. One is in historic Charleston on the iconic King Street. The other is in trendy Greenville, which can’t seem to get enough love these days! But don’t worry North Carolina wasn’t left out either with two spots making the list as well.
Next time you find yourself wondering what to try for dinner, try one of these new South Carolina restaurants! You can read the full list from Southern Living and what they love about each of the 25 spots here. Or keep reading to see which North and South Carolina restaurants are the best new restaurants in the South.
Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.
