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Spartanburg County restaurant announces closure

A locally-owned restaurant will close its doors for good next week.

Spartanburg County, SC · 5d

Spartanburg Herald-Journal

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3 Spartanburg County restaurants fail October inspections

Three Spartanburg County food establishments fell below the "78" score threshold for a "C" rating in October 2026 restaurant inspection reports, according to the South Carolina Department of Agriculture . Inspectors conducted routine inspections throughout the month and ordered follow-up inspections for establishments that received failing grades. In our coverage of food inspections around Spartanburg County, we categorize violations into two types: priority and priority foundation. Priority violations are those that pose the highest risk of causing foodborne illness and identify contributing factors that could lead to illness. A priority foundation violation is a contributing factor to illness. Here is a snapshot of the establishments that fell below a "78" grade during October inspections: JOY CRAB CAJUN SEAFOOD Location: 1935 E. Main St., Spartanburg During a routine inspection in October, SCDA identified numerous out-of-compliance violations, including priority and priority foundation violations. Some of the most notable violations were: Employees were observed removing gloves, putting the same gloves back on, using cell phones, and returning to food preparation without washing their hands. Inspectors found spray bottles without labels, cans of Raid stored throughout the facility, and a tube of grease stored with food items. Multiple dead bugs were observed in a

Spartanburg County, SC · 4d

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Crawfish, Sushi, And Sesame Chicken Draw North Carolina Seafood Lovers To This Charlotte All-You-Can-Eat Buffet

Some Charlotte lunches end with a single plate and a quick goodbye. Others turn into a slow lap around a room full of stations, a second trip for crawfish, and a third for sushi you swore you would skip. East Charlotte has a buffet that leans hard into that second...

Charlotte, NC · 13d

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The Iconic North Carolina Diner That Celebrities Can’t Stop Coming Back To

There’s a brick building on Central Avenue in Charlotte, North Carolina that has been quietly making people very happy for a very long time. The Diamond Restaurant doesn’t shout about it, doesn’t put up billboards, and doesn’t need a social media campaign to fill its booths.

Charlotte, NC · 3d

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Flies, grime, spoiled beef cited at Greenville County eateries

In October, three Greenville County retail food establishments scored below the “78” or “C” grade threshold during food safety inspections, according to reports issued by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA). The statewide inspection team identified violations at those establishments during inspections conducted between Oct 1 and Oct 31. Reported issues included fruit flies, improper handwashing, food stored in single-use grocery bags, and buildup of grease, food debris, and grime. Applebee's Location: 704 W. Wade Hampton Blvd., Greer During an initial routine inspection on Oct. 6, SCDA identified 14 out of 56 compliance violations at Applebee's. Some of the most notable violations were: Observed fruit flies in the bar area around a drain, on ServSafe certificates, and throughout the kitchen. Observed trash and food debris on the floor in the walk-in freezer and underneath equipment in the kitchen. Observed biofilm buildup on soap and paper towel dispensers. Observed food and grease buildup on fryers and grills along the cook line. Observed spoiled raw beef in a low-boy cooler underneath the grill. The beef was discarded during the inspection. Routine inspection score: 74 out of 100 Follow-up inspection score: 98 out of 100 Applebee’s received an A grade during its

Greenville County, SC · 3d

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This Small-Town North Carolina Diner Serves Up the Homestyle Breakfast of Your Dreams

There’s a plain white building on the edge of Marion that doesn’t look like much from the road, and that’s exactly the point. Somewhere between the gravel lot full of pickup trucks and the front door sits a breakfast so good it’ll make you forget you ever trusted a chain restaurant with your eggs.

Marion, NC · 6d

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At This Rock Hill Seafood Buffet, South Carolina Diners Come Hungry For Sushi, Crab Legs, And Hibachi

Some meals call for a menu, and some call for a plate and a plan. Just off Dave Lyle Boulevard in Rock Hill, Ginza Buffet lets you fill up on sushi, crab legs, and made-to-order hibachi without picking just one. With more than 3,000 Google reviews, it has become a...

Rock Hill, SC · 4d

Charlotte Observer

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Crawling roach, old batter: Worst Mecklenburg restaurant inspections in October

Twelve restaurants scored grades under 90% during sanitation inspections in Mecklenburg County. Four of those restaurants have since been inspected again (as of Monday, Nov. 9). Carrabba’s Italian Grill #3403 The restaurant received 80% on Oct. 14. It was inspected again on Oct. 29 and received 96%. During the second inspection, violations included: Cracked and damaged containers Prep units in need of cleaning Incorrectly dated food Incorrect cooling The restaurant is located at 16408 Northcross Dr. in Huntersville. This is the restaurant’s first “B” in the sanitation database. New Century Oriental Deli The restaurant received 83% on Oct. 15 and is waiting reinspection. Violations included: No certified food protection manager on site Raw chicken stored incorrectly Debris and cobwebs Small flies Heavy build up on shelves and equipment The restaurant is located at 4500 N. Tryon St., Suite C in Charlotte, inside New Century Oriental Food Supermarket (per Google). The restaurant has received two other “B” grades in 2026. Copan Restaurant The restaurant received 85% on Oct. 15 and is awaiting reinspection. Violations included: No certified food protection manager No written vomit and diarrhea clean up policy Raw animal foods stored with ready to eat Flying pests, dead crawling pest

Mecklenburg County, NC · 3d

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Ask Around North Carolina’s Foothills About Ribs And Folks Send You To This Smokehouse Open Just Three Days A Week

Mention ribs to almost anyone in the North Carolina foothills, and the same answer tends to come back fast. The odd part is that the place they point to keeps its doors shut four days out of every week. Folks plan whole weekends around Thursday, Friday, and Saturday just to...

Rutherford College, NC · 11d

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The Amish Country Bakery In North Carolina Where Cinnamon Rolls Are As Big As Your Head

Some places earn their reputation quietly, through years of doing one thing extraordinarily well, and Martha’s Amish Bakery in Columbus, North Carolina is exactly that kind of place. It doesn’t need a flashy sign or a social media strategy or a celebrity endorsement to make its case. It...

Columbus, NC · 11d

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The Steak People Drive Hours For Comes From This Remote North Carolina Restaurant

The ribeye here gets aged for at least 28 days, then chargrilled over an open wood fire. The restaurant’s prime rib is aged before being slowly roasted and served. That kind of patience is rare, and I think it shows. The building is a rustic log cabin with oil...

Sherrills Ford, NC · 2d

Daily Mail

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Charlotte restaurant embroiled in fiery clash with customer after charging $6 for to-go box

STATS in North Carolina describes itself as a New American eatery. But it recently became embroiled in a dispute about its leftovers policy.

Charlotte, NC · 3d

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You’ll Want To Drive Across North Carolina For The Fried Chicken At This Unassuming Restaurant

Somewhere in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, there’s a brick building with a skateboarding skeleton on the window, and inside that building is fried chicken that will genuinely change your expectations. That place is Slappy’s Chicken, and it has been quietly earning one of the most devoted followings in the entire...

Winston-Salem, NC · 1d

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10 North Carolina Italian Restaurants Where Your Money Goes Further

I love a fancy dinner as much as anyone. Still, my favorite Italian meals tend to come from family-run rooms with red sauce, garlic knots, and a takeout box for later. In one North Carolina pizzeria, a single slice gets compared to the size of a medium pie. I had to read that twice.

North Carolina · 1d

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Hickory Locals Pack The Drive-Thru At This Family-Owned North Carolina Chicken Joint Instead Of Hitting Fast Food

Every weekday around lunchtime, a line of cars snakes around a small building on a busy Hickory highway. The people in those cars could hit any big chain in town, but they keep coming back here instead. Some of them drive half an hour, and at least a few have...

Hickory, NC · 1d

The Star

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Newly rebuilt McDonald's near Cleveland Mall holds grand opening

In the parking lot of the newly rebuilt McDonald's on East Dixon Boulevard, sunlight glinted off golden tubas as the sound of Shelby High School's marching band warmed up, its music mingling with the chatter of a small crowd Tuesday, Nov. 10. Roughly 125 days after the former McDonald's building was demolished, a brand-new restaurant has taken its place near the Cleveland Mall. In attendance at the ribbon cutting and grand opening were three county commissioners, the Shelby High marching band and chorus and the Crest High School Air Force Junior ROTC. The interior of the new restaurant features bright yellows and reds, representing ketchup and mustard, and there is a designated window for mobile orders and deliveries to free up the drive thru. Kiosks have been installed for ordering and people can also use their cell phones to make table orders and have it delivered to their table. Brad Kimrey, chief operating officer of Ice Age Management, which owns and operates the restaurant, said the process to begin tearing down the old building and rebuild started about two years ago, but the actual demolition and construction took just around four months. Kimrey said the previous building was around 45

Shelby, NC · 2d

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Best Craft Beer Road Trips: Asheville, NC

Asheville, North Carolina, has earned its place on the craft beer map. With pioneering breweries, walkable taproom neighborhoods and the Blue Ridge Mountains as a backdrop, it’s an easy city to build a beer trip around. And with local businesses continuing their recovery from Hurricane Helene, there’s good reason...

Asheville, NC · 9h

Asheville Citizen-Times

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Asheville restaurants open Thanksgiving Day, offering take-home meals

ASHEVILLE - Take a load off on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, and enjoy a festive, gourmet meal at an Asheville restaurant. Many casual-to-fine dining establishments across the area will be open, though some may have limited holiday hours and special menus. If you're hosting at home or visiting someone else's and want a dish to add to the spread, catering menus offer a great option. Take a look at these holiday menus and plan to dine at a restaurant where you can break bread and share what you're most grateful for. Make a reservation soon, as seats are likely to fill up, and place your preorders for take-home meals before the businesses' deadlines. This list will be updated. Send your business's Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day restaurant and catering details and event information to tkennell@citizentimes.com. Restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day in Asheville Bargello Bargello at Kimpton Hotel Arras, 7 Patton Ave., will serve an Italian-and-Mediterranean-inspired, four-course, family-style prix fixe menu from 12-8 p.m. Nov. 26 featuring Thanksgiving classics, including turkey, stuffing, potatoes and more, for $99 for adults and $49 for children. RSVP via OpenTable or bargelloavl.com Capella on 9 Capella on

Asheville, NC · 3d

The Star

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Enjoy an immersive Hmong New Year event and support a Shelby nonprofit

The Broad River Community Market is teaming up with a local farm to host a cultural fundraising dinner this weekend that will feature traditional Hmong cuisine, games, live music and mochi making. The Hmong New Year dinner, hosted by Mee Moua and Yee Chang at their farm, Roots & Branches, 130 Moran Drive in Lawndale, is from 4 to 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14. The menu includes venison steak, chicken tofu soup, stir-fry mustard greens and venison pad krapow. For dessert there is mochi and sesame balls. Tickets are available at Broadrivermarket.org and can be purchased the day of the event. Hmong New Year is an annual celebration held in the fall, with dates varying by region. The celebration honors ancestors, gives thanks for the completed harvest and welcomes a new beginning. The Hmong are an Indigenous ethnic group with roots in Southeast Asia, particularly China, Laos, Vietnam and Thailand. Moua and Chang are from Laos. Grace Boston, communications manager for Broad River Market, said the nonprofit has teamed up with Chang and Moua to host dinners throughout the year. This is the second year they've participated in the Hmong New Year dinner. "We're very excited," Boston said. She said

Shelby, NC · 10h

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Firehouse Subs serves up more than great sandwiches in Asheville

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — In Western North Carolina, community means looking out for neighbors and supporting those who serve. For Firehouse Subs, that spirit of service is part of the brand’s identity. Known for its hearty sandwiches and firehouse-inspired roots, Firehouse Subs has built a reputation around satisfying meals and a broader commitment to helping communities.

Asheville, NC · 2d