News Summary
The Flying Biscuit Cafe is opening a new location in downtown Spartanburg on June 9. Known for its breakfast and lunch offerings, including creamy grits and fluffy biscuits, this will be the fifth location in South Carolina. The cafe aims to enhance the local dining scene, hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on opening day and offering special promotions during the first week of business. With plans for further expansions, the Flying Biscuit Cafe is set to be a significant addition to Spartanburg’s culinary landscape.
Spartanburg to Welcome New Flying Biscuit Cafe This June
The Flying Biscuit Cafe will open a new location in downtown Spartanburg on June 9, marking the expansion of the popular restaurant brand known for its unique breakfast and lunch offerings. The restaurant will be situated at Morgan Square and will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. on the opening day.
Owner Chris Atchison, inspired by his experiences as a college student in Atlanta during the 1990s, fell in love with the original Flying Biscuit Cafe in Candler Park. Known for its creamy grits and friendly atmosphere, the restaurant has become a staple in the Southeast since its establishment in 1993. The Spartanburg location will be the fifth Flying Biscuit Cafe in South Carolina, adding to the existing locations in cities like Greenville.
Menu Offerings and Operating Hours
Customers can look forward to a diverse menu that includes breakfast favorites such as omelettes, cheesy grits, breakfast potatoes, French toast, pancakes, and the restaurant’s signature fluffy biscuits. In addition, lunch options will feature salads, wraps, and burgers. The Flying Biscuit Cafe will operate daily from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., allowing locals and visitors alike to enjoy a flavorful meal at any time during those hours.
In anticipation of the opening, the restaurant’s social media channels will highlight special promotions available during the first week of business, inviting the community to experience what the Flying Biscuit Cafe has to offer.
Community Impact and Future Plans
The addition of the Flying Biscuit Cafe aligns with ongoing efforts to enhance the downtown Spartanburg dining scene, with city officials expressing that it will be a valuable contribution to the area. Community leaders have welcomed this new restaurant amid a wave of recent openings, including Isla’s On The Square and a refurbished Main Street Pub, all reflecting a growing interest in downtown Spartanburg.
Mayor Jerome Rice and city council members are optimistic that the new stadium, Fifth Third Park, will provide further economic boosts to local businesses, solidifying Spartanburg’s standing as a vibrant dining and recreational destination.
Atchison, who has previously owned coffee shops that shut down due to the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, has personal ties to Spartanburg. His late father grew up in the area, and his uncle was noted for being a significant local business leader. This connection adds a layer of community involvement that Atchison hopes to honor through his new venture.
Looking Ahead
In addition to the new Spartanburg cafe, further plans are underway for a Flying Biscuit location at 121 W. Main St., anticipated to open in fall 2024 in the former Tulip Tree restaurant building, which recently closed. This ongoing expansion showcases the brand’s commitment to growth within the region and a desire to serve more customers with its beloved breakfast and lunch options.
Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to stay informed about the recent developments and offerings of the Flying Biscuit Cafe through their contact number (864) 913-1002 or by visiting their website. As the opening day approaches, excitement continues to build around this new addition to Spartanburg’s culinary landscape.
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