News Summary
Spartanburg’s food landscape is shifting as Burrito Hub prepares to close its Magnolia St. location on January 30, 2025, while a new location is set to open soon. Owner Hugo Montanez has successfully launched a second Burrito Hub location at 2601 E. Main St. Additionally, exciting new eateries like Flying Biscuit and Downtown Pizza are joining the scene, promising to enhance the dining experience in downtown Spartanburg as the city continues to grow.
Exciting Changes Ahead for Spartanburg’s Restaurant Scene!
Spartanburg is buzzing with news as the beloved Burrito Hub at 253 Magnolia St. is gearing up to close its doors on January 30, 2025. Opening its doors back in early 2018, this cozy eatery took over the spot that once belonged to McClellan’s Urban Eatery. But don’t worry burrito fans; the spirit of Burrito Hub will live on in another location!
Owner’s Journey and New Beginnings
The mastermind behind Burrito Hub, Hugo Montanez, has successfully launched a second location at 2601 E. Main St. during early 2024. Talk about ambition! Not only did he set up a thriving burrito spot, but he also runs Burgär, a catchy name for a specialty burger joint that has been a crowd favorite on Morgan Square for nearly four years. How does he do it? It seems like Montanez has a knack for serving up deliciousness wherever he goes!
Reason Behind the Closure
The closure of the Magnolia Street location is not due to dwindling customers or pesky increases in liability insurance. Instead, the decision comes from the new landlord of the building who acquired it in early 2022. Unfortunately, this means that Montanez had to deal with a lease that wasn’t renewed despite having a two-year extension agreement prior to the sale.
Hope on the Horizon
Despite this setback, Montanez is keeping his chin up! He’s optimistic about relocating Burrito Hub to another downtown spot within a year. It seems he’s ready to keep bringing those tasty burritos to his loyal fans. Plus, after buying out the other owners of Burgär, Montanez is planning to shine a brighter spotlight on that business, ensuring that burger lovers have their cravings satisfied.
The Bright Side of Business
Good news doesn’t stop there—Burrito Hub’s second location appears to be thriving, maintaining a strong customer base. As Spartanburg continues to grow, with exciting developments like a new baseball stadium and a planetarium, Montanez is certainly not the only one looking to contribute to that dynamic atmosphere.
New Faces in Downtown Dining
But wait, there’s more! The downtown restaurant scene is heating up with newcomers making plans to set up shop. For instance, the Flying Biscuit is gearing up to open in downtown Spartanburg in 2025, promising an additional tasty option for brunch lovers.
Meanwhile, another hotspot for pizza lovers is also on the way. Downtown Pizza plans to take residence at 156 Magnolia St., where Subway once was. Opened by three brothers named Leonard, Steve, and Brian Balaj, this establishment is expected to serve up slices inspired by the streets of New York City. Get ready for names like Hell’s Kitchen Buffalo Pizza and Soho BBQ Pizza, sure to entice both locals and visitors alike. Leonard already made a name for himself by opening a pizza place in Union just last January and is now aiming to make Downtown Pizza operational by the summer of 2025.
A Flourishing Food Scene
Despite some challenges faced by existing businesses, the restaurant scene in downtown Spartanburg is on an upswing. With exciting expansions and fresh openings, the city is carving out a name for itself as a culinary destination that can’t be missed!
No matter what the future holds, it looks like Spartanburg will continue to serve up delicious eats and vibrant new experiences. So, keep an eye out for Burrito Hub’s new location soon, and be sure to make your way to the upcoming restaurants that promise to add even more excitement to this beautiful city!
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