Have you been to Lemongrass Kitchen in Spartanburg, SC yet? Growing up with a love of flavors and spices, I am in constant search not so much for fusion restaurants but more authentic dining experiences, places that are about celebrating their heritage and remain true to the characteristics of each dish.
There’s nothing like discovering a family-run restaurant who boldly share their home-grown recipes to share with the public. The Lemongrass Kitchen is such a place. It’s run by husband and wife team Tony Nguyen and his wife Thang Bui. Transplants from California, Tony used to run a kitchen in Chinatown, Los Angeles. Now they are adding to the growing list of fun dining options in downtown Spartanburg.
Just a block off Main Street, The Lemongrass Kitchen mostly serves Southern Vietnamese dishes. Just as if you were in Saigon, the restaurant specializes in Pho, a good-sized noodle dish, sometimes served in chicken or beef broth and paired with fragrant condiments of basil, mint leaves and bean sprouts, a definite Southern Vietnam touch.
Some visitors might be surprised with the limited menu, but if you were to visit Vietnam, this is actually typical. Restaurants specialize in specific dishes and have about multiple variations of the same dish. So goes with The Lemongrass Kitchen. On our visit, hubby had the “dry” noodle dish, Bun Thit, a combination of vermicelli rice noodles, fresh vegetables, spring rolls, and sliced pork. I was feeling cold and ordered the beef Pho, Pho Tai cooked with a deep sweetish broth and served with thick flat noodles. If you noticed, both dishes had noodles, veggies, and meat.
But the variations come in broth options, type of noodles, and protein of choice (they also have tofu on request). I also ordered a pearl milk tea, just because they had it and I was glad I did. It was a nice addition to the savory dish I had.
One thing we love about Vietnamese food is its freshness. We found the same experience at The Lemongrass Kitchen which sources their produce from the local farmers’ markets. The broth was crystal clear, probably from simmered bone marrow cooked for hours and strained with love. Compared to Japanese Ramen, it is much lighter and the noodles are made of rice, not wheat (though we do love our fair share of Ramen).
Before you add any Sriracha (the now ubiquitous Vietnamese chili sauce) to your dish, make sure to taste the broth first and savor it. Every kitchen has its signature Pho flavor. Then proceed and make it your own, with a squeeze of lemon, a bite of basil, a handful of bean sprouts for crunch, and maybe a splash of more fish sauce.
Another thing we ordered was the Cha Gio or the Vietnamese egg roll. It was a delicious appetizer and quite reasonable. Altogether, our bill was roughly $25, though if you didn’t order all the other things I did, a meal here would cost $10 per dish. A bowl of Pho can easily be shared with your littles. If you’re not up to having soup or a baguette sandwich (Banh Mi), I would suggest trying a couple of the appetizers for a meal.
The restaurant is casual dining, decorated with a bamboo theme. They mostly cater to the office lunch crowd but open for dinner till 8 pm.
Plan a visit for yourself
The Lemongrass Kitchen 121 Dunbar Street (a block from Main Street) Monday-Thursday 11 am to 8 pm Friday and Saturday 10 am to 9 pm Closed on Sundays 864.205.6150
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Poppington’s Gourmet Popcorn, a staple on Main Street in Greenville, SC for more than a decade, is under new ownership and we’ve got the story on this Willy Wonka-ish amazing small business.
If you’ve walked on Main Street in downtown Greenville, you’ve probably stopped into Poppington’s Gourmet Popcorn, even if just to window shop. It’s been there since 2012 and only recently came under new ownership. Boy did they hit the ground running.
We stopped by to get the story and try the popcorn and really, didn’t want to leave. It was that good. And read to the bottom for a little gift for Kidding Around readers!
So many flavors
How One Acquires a Popcorn Shop
Skyler Burkett and his wife, Brittanie, were visiting Greenville with some friends a few years ago. They were looking to move from a tiny town in Illinois and stopped into Poppington’s on Main Street. They asked the owners if they were looking to sell at all. Turns out, the owners were open to it.
It took a couple of years to actually make the move to buy Poppington’s and get to Greenville but it all fell into place in April 2023 and Skyler was now a modern-day Willy Wonka, creating all kinds of wonderful and creative flavors that make you second guess exactly what you’re eating.
Skyler and Brittanie Burkett, co-owners at Poppington’s Gourmet Popcorn
Fun fact: Skyler grew up on a farm in Illinois that was basically all corn fields. And now he’s a popcorn shop owner. Full circle!
The Flavors Are Incredible
Sweet or savory, you name it, they have it. And it’s going to be good.
I personally love pickles so I jumped at the chance to try the Dill Pickle flavor of popcorn at Poppington’s (don’t judge). I was 99% sure I was eating an actual pickle and not popcorn, that’s how close the flavor was. Literally the only thing different was the texture. The Bacon Cheddar popcorn was also a favorite. It tastes like you are eating a piece of bacon along with the best piece of cheddar cheese you’ve ever had in your life. I just kept wondering how in the world they pack that much flavor into a kernel of popped corn.
Skyler Burkett at Poppington’s Gourmet Popcorn
Oh, and the Havarti Dill flavor was amazing with lots of bold cheese and dill pickle flavors.
Don’t worry, if pickles aren’t your thing, there are plenty of other flavors I promise you’ll love like Cotton Candy, Birthday Cake, Salted Caramel, and Toffee. Every single flavor we tried was just so good.
Popcorn at Poppington’s is the Real Deal
All the flavor combinations and ingredients at Poppington’s are real foods. No powders or fake foods. And they even have a chef who comes up with ideas and makes them happen. He is one of the business partners and went to culinary school. He hadn’t really found his spot in the culinary community until he became a Popcorn Chef. It’s a thing and now you have new goals in life if you love popcorn and cooking.
So the Popcorn Chef uses all real food to make the 50 flavors available at Poppington’s and this is why they taste so good. This is why the cotton candy flavor tastes like cotton candy – because it is cotton candy – and why the dill pickle flavor tastes like dill pickles, because they are.
Looking Ahead for More Poppington’s Goodness
What’s the future look like for Poppington’s? Skyler tells me they are expanding fast and are always trying new flavors and taking the suggestions of their customers. I gave him a few ideas but am keeping them secret so you’ll have to just wait.
Poppington’s Gourmet Popcorn
If you love Poppington’s so much and want to send all the popcorn goodness to your friends around the country, Poppington’s ships their popcorn. Also, you can order little bags of popcorn for corporate events, weddings, parties, Christmas gifts, literally anything.
Special Poppington’s Gourmet Popcorn Gift for Kidding Around Readers
Skyler is one of the nicest guys you’ll meet. If you go to the shop, be sure to ask for him and he’ll be excited to talk to you and see you. He’s one of the most peoplest people persons I’ve ever met.
And because he’s so nice, he has given our Kidding Around readers a special code to use for 15% off their orders at Poppington through January 31, 2024. Use the code KAG15 for orders online and in-store.
Hours of Operation
Poppington’s is open during these hours but call ahead during snow or big storms to double-check before heading out:
Monday – Thursday: 11 am – 7 pm Friday and Saturday: 11 am – 8 pm Sunday: 12 pm – 5 pm
A new food truck park, the first of its kind in the Upstate, is open in Simpsonville, SC. There are six food trucks and a special addition for little kids. Read on to learn all about it.
When Justin and his wife, Allie, moved to the Upstate, they couldn’t find something they had become familiar with in their home out West: a dedicated spot for food trucks where families could hang out with each other and their kids could play. So they decided to start one.
The Scuffletown Food Truck Park opened in December 2023 and has been busy ever since. We’ve got all you need know to visit and have a blast with your family.
Scuffletown Food Truck Park food truck
About the Scuffletown Food Truck Park
Justin and Allie knew they wanted a place in Simpsonville with a variety of dedicated food trucks and a space to have a fun time together for families, couples, and everyone in between.
Justin is a former firefighter but now runs the food truck park full-time. It has gotten a fantastic reception in the community and after visiting, it’s easy to see why. Imagine a smaller version of the outdoor space at Swamp Rabbit Cafe but with food trucks.
They have a picnic area enclosed on three sides, a taproom where guests can pour their own beers, a platform for bands, and a fully enclosed play area with a sand pit.
The Food Trucks
The food trucks at the park are all stationary and have their spot for a year. They have all kinds of food options from sweets to ramen to BBQ to Columbian cuisine.
Here’s a list of the food trucks at the park:
Too Sauc’D Up – they serve all kinds of chicken wings.
Rad Dad’s BBQ – they have BBQ, nachos, and grilled cheese.
Duck Donuts – they have amazing donuts.
BirriaBoy – they serve ramen, tacos, and burritos.
Half Rooted – they are a Columbian eatery with burgers, empanadas, arepas, and yuca fries.
One Love Fusion Foods – nachos, tacos, and rice bowls are their specialties.
Scuffletown Food Truck Park food truck
Having all these options are just perfect for families because people can have what they want. We got kids dishes at One Love Fusion and Rad Dad’s BBQ and they were both delicious. The BBQ kid nachos at One Love Fusion were especially amazing and pretty big for a kid size. The fries and pork sandwich at Rad Dad’s didn’t disappoint either. They had lots of BBQ sauces to choose from, which I really enjoyed.
Most of the food trucks we checked out had at least one dish that even the pickiest eaters will love.
The Taproom
The Taproom at the food truck park is pretty cool. It’s an entire wall of beer that is self-serve. You control the amount of beer you have and you are charged by the ounce.
I tried the Keeping It Teal from Snafu Brewing Company in North Charleston and whoa. It’s a fruity sour with raspberries and a hint of cotton candy. I’d have that again in a heartbeat.
Scuffletown Food Truck Park Taproom
They have a large variety of beer and you can try as many as you like because you’re in charge of the pours. So fun.
If you need even more variety, there are canned beers available as well.
The Playground and Sand Pit
Here’s where the Scuffletown Food Truck Park really shines and where it’s incredibly obvious that Justin and Allie are parents.
The sand pit is huge and they have those small digging toys where you sit and pretend you’re a big dig operator. Please tell me I’m not the only one who does (*ahem, did*) this. There are sand toys and a small play apparatus.
Scuffletown Food Truck Park sandpit
And the entire area is totally fenced in. Fenced in. No kids are escaping. You can hang out with your delicious food and beer on a nearby picnic table under a heat lamp while your kids get their energy out in the playground. It’s absolutely perfect for parents and a much-needed addition to this area.
Hours of Operation
The hours are a little confusing as the taproom and food trucks all kind of operate on different schedules. Before you go, be sure to check the Scuffletown Food Truck website to make sure the truck you want or taproom is open.
Scuffletown Food Truck Park outdoor area
Taproom hours
Sunday and Monday: 11 am – 8 pm Tuesday and Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 11 am – 9 pm Friday and Saturday: 11 am – 10 pm Sunday: 11 am – 8 pm
For the food truck hours, follow Scuffletown Food Truck Park on social media as they regularly post the updated hours.
Are you ready for the first Restaurant Week in Greenville, SC of 2024? There will never be a better time to support your Greenville restaurants than right now! The whole state of South Carolina will holds its annual Restaurant Week in January, and Greenville also holds a mini-Restaurant Week in August. The South Carolina Restaurant Week provides diners with the perfect opportunity to support locals and try something new.
The 2024 restaurant week lineup includes over two dozen restaurants in Greenville for you to try between January 11-21, 2024.
That’s a lot to choose from, so we will pick a few Upstate favorites and explain how to best take advantage of this special week for lovers of local restaurants.
If you are craving the best Chinese food, Spartanburg, SC has a couple of restaurants that our readers have some pretty strong opinions about. These are the Chinese restaurants where our Spartanburg readers go when it’s time for egg rolls, fried rice, and a delicious meal.
I don’t know about you, but for as long as I can remember, whenever I’m feeling under the weather all I want is to sink into a serving of Chinese food! There’s just something therapeutic about sinking into a warm bowl of egg drop soup with a steamy pot of Oolong tea.
864. 949-8889 | 12175 West Greenville Hwy, Lyman One of my favorite parts of a Chinese meal is the egg rolls, and they’ve got the best I’ve found in the Hub City. I usually order what my children refer to as “chicken lollipops,” pork fried rice, a spicy chicken dish for me, and several egg rolls. I order several more now that my children caught wind of how awesome they are. They are extremely busy on the weekends, so don’t wait until you are hangry to order.
Pan Asian Cuisine 864.582.0618 | 129 West Main Street, Spartanburg I was feeling under the weather recently and a good friend took me to Monsoon and ordered me up a bowl of soup. It’s his go-to cure-all whenever he is sick. I can’t speak to its medicinal quality, but boy was it delicious!
I’m a big fan of Monsoon House in downtown Spartanburg.
Lori W.
What restaurant do you think has the best Chinese food in Spartanburg, SC?
Looking for a farm-to-table restaurant in Greenville, SC or the Upstate? Believe it or not, Greenville County has more than one thousand restaurants! If your family aims to support local businesses and farms, consider visiting a farm-to-table restaurant that relies on locally-sourced ingredients. There are now so many in the area that making a choice can be a bit overwhelming. We’ve compiled a list of farm-to-table restaurants in Greenville, SC for you.
While chain and fast-food restaurants offer convenience and prices that can be hard to beat, an increasing number of families have an interest in enjoying locally-grown foods. The reasons for doing so are many.
It supports local farms.
Food is farmed at its peak and has a shorter travel time from farm to table, ensuring freshness of ingredients.
It can also be fun to eat foods that are grown seasonally and reveal a chef’s creative flair.
The popularity of local farmers markets tells us that support for local farms is here to stay and an increasing number of Upstate restaurants understand the appeal. In turn, the number of restaurants that celebrate the farm-to-table ethos continues to increase in the Upstate.
So, if you’re curious to see which to choose first, we have a list of places for you!
The Anchorage
586 Perry Ave, Greenville, SC 29611 | 864.219.3082 Located in the village of West Greenville, The Anchorage is committed to serving small plates, craft cocktails & beer, and wine. They pride themselves on offering a “unique dining experience.” In 2018, The James Beard Foundation recognized them as a Semi-Finalist for Best New Restaurant! Choose from dishes like Rock Shrimp, Slow Cooked Short Rib, Tahini Hummus, and more!
The Cook’s Station
515 Buncombe Street, Greenville, 29601 | 864.250.0091 The Cook Station includes a cafe, wine bar, and market, in addition to an education kitchen, retail space, and appliance showroom. The cafe’s menu includes breakfast items, baked goods, sandwiches, and salads. In addition to pantry items, the market area offers several grab-and-go items. You can also build your own charcuterie board from a selection of locally-sourced meats and cheeses.
Golden Brown & Delicious (GB&D)
147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601 | 864.608.9513 Don’t get me started about the fries & chicken sandwich at GB&D! They’re both crispy & taste fresh. Well, actually, everything is fresh. Their noodles are handmade & they serve local beef! They source many of their ingredients locally, so their menu is ever-changing. Try their Shrimp & Grits, Tomato & Avocado sandwich, Fish Burger or even their Just Beet Salad! To keep up with their latest offerings, be sure to follow them on Instagram. GB&D is located in The Commons, along with other local favorites like Automatic Taco, The Community Tap, SC Bakeroom, and Methodical Coffee.
Farm Fresh Fast
860 S. Church Street, Greenville, SC 29601 | 864.518.1978 The folks at Farm Fresh Fast pride themselves on the relationships they’ve built with the farms they source their food from. They’re part of the growth movement “farm to table.” They offer vegan, vegetarian as well as options for carnivores. Some of their dishes include Vegan “Chicken Bacon” Ranch Wrap, Apple Harvest Salad, Toasted Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap, and so much more!
Farmhouse Tacos
164 S. Main Street, Travelers Rest, 29690 | 864.610.0586 Farmhouse Tacos is proud of the dozens of local farms from which it sources its ingredients and a chalkboard at the restaurant proudly tells you where your meal’s ingredients comes from. Their menu includes a stunning array of tacos. My mind is on their Alabama Street taco, the Smokehouse Brisket taco, and the Nashville Hot Chicken taco.
Fireforge Crafted Beer
311 E. Washington Street, Greenville, 29601 | 864.300.4809 Located in downtown Greenville, Fireforge Crafted Beer‘s kitchen churns out small bites, shareable snacks, meals and even desserts that rely on locally-sourced ingredients as much as possible. Right now, I really want to order the Where’s Waldorf? sammie. I will follow it with the Cheesecake of the Week. Cheesecake is my love language.
Fork and Plough
1629 E. North Street, Greenville, 29607 | 864.609.4249 Located in the historic Overbrook neighborhood, Fork and Plough is what happens when two farmers and a chef collaborate. Plus it’s not just a restaurant: If you need a quick yummy meal their market and butcher counter has everything you need! Just last week, I nabbed a Shepherd’s Pie, a few slices of sweet potato cake, and a pack of adult beverages to go–all of which were delicious! Each time I go to Fork and Plough, I find some of my favorite comfort foods. My first time there involved a particularly good experience with a soft-shelled crab. Right now, their Baked Lobster Savannah is calling my name!
The Kennedy
221 E. Kennedy Street, Spartanburg, 29306 | 864.586.5554 The Kennedy keeps popping up on my radar and, after looking over their menu, I need to treat myself and make this happen. Duck Confit and Pork Shank aren’t often on the menu in my home and I’d delight in someone else making this for me! In addition to large plates like these, The Kennedy offers plates for sharing, sandwiches, salads, several sides, and desserts. The Kennedy is in downtown Spartanburg, about 30 minutes from Greenville.
The Lazy Goat
170 River Place, Greenville, 29601 | 864.679.5299 The Lazy Goat is an old favorite of mine. Visions of their fried goat cheese and Moroccan Lamb dance in my head. The globally-inspired menu includes small plates, pizzas, large plates, and family-style meals. With desserts like Orange Blossom Ice Cream and apple bread pudding on the menu, you should leave room for dessert!
Southside Smokehouse
726 S. Howard Avenue, Landrum, 29356 | 864.457.4581 Located about 40 minutes from Greenville, Southside Smokehouse‘s menu is all about Southern comfort food, such as barbecue and several Cajun and Creole dishes. And, y’all, their daily specials make me want to get in the car right now and include things like Chicken & Waffle Fries and Smoked Pork Nachos. The chef relies on vegetables from farms around Landrum, Tryon, and Columbus whenever possible.
Topsoil Kitchen & Market
13 S. Main Street, Travelers Rest, 29690 | 864.400.5424 Topsoil Kitchen & Market is located in Travelers Rest, and uses local ingredients while serving homemade bread, which is made in house every day. They offer plenty of vegan and vegetarian dishes as well as dishes for omnivores. With dishes such as Ramen, Fried Rice Bowl, Local Grass-fed, it will not disappoint!
Roost
220 North Main Street, Greenville | 864.298.2424 Roost is no newbie to Greenville, SC. It’s been here for a while and is known for its Southern, farm-to-table food. Roost is located on Noma Plaza in downtown Greenville and uses fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. They serve a breakfast buffet, lunch, and dinner. They also have good happy hour deals and this is a great place to gather with your friends and family, especially when you’re able to hear the sounds from live music events happening in the plaza.
Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery
205 Cedar Lane Road, Greenville | 864.255.3385 Located right off the Swamp Rabbit Trail, the Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery is another local favorite farm-to-table restaurant and market in one. At least half of their food offerings are sourced from within 150 miles of Greenville. It’s a great place to bring kids, too. Over the years they’ve expanded their building and land to include more indoor and outdoor spaces. Be sure to read our full guide to visiting the little world of food perfection that is the Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery.
Have you been to Grill Marks in Greenville, SC? If you’re looking for a delicious meal with the promise of a monumental dessert at the end, then you need to look no further than Grill Marks! This local burger place has milkshakes that steal the show.
At Grill Marks, you can: Get an Oreo Shake Get Some Whipped Cream On The Top Too Two Straws One Check Girl, They Got You!
The popular country song “Fancy Like” has everyone running out to grab an Oreo shake! So why not grab a yummy meal at the same time? You and your whole family can do just that at one of two different locations in Greenville, South Carolina.
Is it time for a steaming cup of hot chocolate in Spartanburg, SC? Luckily, Hub City is full of places where you can find a delicious cup of cocoa. We asked our readers for their favorite cocoa spots and they did not disappoint. So load up the kids and find your perfect cup of hot chocolate in Spartanburg, SC.
If all things pumpkin spice usher in fall time, then hot chocolate signals in winter. But not just any cup of Swiss Miss. We are looking for places to get a hot creamy cup of chocolate goodness, and there’s no shortage of them in Spartanburg.
Grab a cup of hot cocoa, and sink into a comfy sofa among the plants at Botanical Brew. You will most likely leave with a cup of cocoa and a new leafy green baby to tend to.
There are several locations in the Little River Roasting company to choose from, and they serve up a creamy cup of hot cocoa!
Peppermint bark hot chocolate (mix of dark and white chocolate) is so rich and perfect, and the only hot chocolate I drink year round. Made with dairy or preferred milk alternative- no watery cocoa here.
Served with a heaping helping of whipped cream, the hot chocolate from Eggs Up is a fantastic beverage to enjoy with breakfast! In addition, they have a hot mocha chocolate that is out of this world!
Bella Latte’s is yummy AND they will only lighty steam to make it warm if you tell them it’s for your kid so you don’t have to wait for it to cool down or have them burn their mouth.
Crystal
Bella Latte at Drayton Mills. It’s really tasty!
Christy
Starbucks white hot chocolate is wonderful!
Meghann
Hot Chocolate Worth the Drive in Asheville, NC
There appear to be quite a few specialty chocolate shops in Asheville, just waiting to satisfy your winter drink craving.
Folks, as of publication time, I have no idea what “liquid truffle sipping chocolate” is, but I fully intend on finding out ASAP. Whatever it is, it sounds glorious, and it’s on the menu here.
If you are up for a trip The Chocolate Lounge in Asheville is every bit of amazing. But I would go with Little River Roasting
Looking for information on the brand new BridgeWay Brewing Co. opening in Bridgeway Station? You’ve found it! BridgeWay Brewing Co. is opening to the public on Friday, December 22nd, 2023. Kidding Around got to visit on media night so we have all the details on the BridgeWay Brewing menu, beers, bar, and duckpin bowling. This is a family-friendly spot with something fun for everyone, located in Mauldin’s new Bridgeway Station. And trust us, you are not going to want to miss this one.
Thank you to BridgeWay Brewing Co. for hosting us on media night so we could bring this Bridgeway Brewing Co. review to our readers.
About BridgeWay Brewing Co.
Located in beautiful Bridgeway Station, BridgeWay Brewing Co. offers families and friends a place to hang out, relax, and have fun together. It’s a place to catch the big game with other fans, play a few rounds of duck-pin bowling with the family, or just kick back and enjoy some delicious food and a house-made beer. If that’s not your thing, they also offer wine and other adult beverages.
Sights & Sounds: A Video Review
Take a peek at what you’ll find at Bridgeway Brewing.
BridgeWay Brewing Co. Menu
Let’s talk food, becuase it was delicious. There’s a full menu with appetizers, wings, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and lots more. We tried several items and they were all fabulous, especially the nachos. These were not your average nachos with a little cheese and a few toppings. They were loaded with toppings, rich and full of flavor, not to mention one of the biggest plates of nachos I’ve seen in a long, long time.
We also enjoyed a fried chicken sandwich and a bacon jam burger, both of which were perfectly cooked. My chicken was crunchy on the outside, and juicy on the inside, with just the right amount of sauce and toppings, as all excellent friend chicken sandwiches should be. Both came with fries that were nice and crispy.
Beer at BridgeWay Brewing
I am a fan of darker beer, so I picked the seasonal Winter Warmer at BridgeWay. I really enjoyed the holiday flavors and the beer was not overly heavy so I had plenty of room to enjoy my meal. My husband enjoyed a glass of prosecco instead of a beer.
The bar at BridgeWay is unique in that addition to the house-made beer, they offer wine, prosecco, and a full bar of spirits and craft cocktails. So no matter your preference, you’ll find something excellent that you’ll enjoy. Their taps have their beer made in-house, and in the future will also have ciders and a few other options of brews they aren’t currently able to make, like sours.
Duckpin Bowling
Just what is duck-pin bowling? It’s kind of like a miniature version of bowling. Think of a shorter lane, a much smaller ball you can hold in one hand, and every pin is connected to the alley by a string. The mechanisms in the game raise and lower each pin by its string.
You don’t need bowling shoes, you don’t need bumpers, and most importantly you don’t need to be good at bowling to enjoy this one. I am not a good bowler, and I beat my husband in duckpin bowling. Ok? It was icing on the cake right there.
What ages will enjoy duckpin bowling at BridgeWay?
Ball control is the key here. So anyone who can roll a ball roughly down the center of a lane, avoiding gutters, can enjoy duckpin bowling. This is probably not the best activity for the very youngest of kiddos, as these lanes aren’t meant for hard-core toddler ball lobbing and thunking. So, we’d recommend this family activity for about ages 5 and up.
Bowling: How to get a lane
There are 4 duckpin bowling lanes at BridgeWay Brewing Co. Right now the lanes are first come first serve, at a cost of $40 per hour or $20/half hour rental of the lane. You can also reserve by calling. The lane fits up to 6 people, and theirs a cozy booth with a table at the front of the lane. So, you can rent your lane, order your food and beverages, and play! Once your food comes, you can enjoy it while you take turns at the lane.
Of course, if your group is larger than 6, you could additional lanes. The tables and lanes are side by side.
In the future, BridgeWay Brewing Co. will offer reservations for lanes online.
The Future of BridgeWay Brewing Co. at Bridgeway Station
Speaking of the future, BridgeWay Brewing also plans to offer birthday parties and other private parties. Located right at the front of Bridgeway Station, the brewery has a huge and gorgeous outdoor space that will be totally perfect as the weather warms up. We also noticed there were some heaters in the space, so, you likely won’t have to wait long to enjoy that area.
If you haven’t visited Bridgeway Station, it has a very upscale European feel with lots of pretty brickwork and even a waterfall into a little decorative pool. Right now, it’s all lit up with beautiful Christmas Trees and Christmas lights. So if you’re looking for a lowkey Christmas outing with the kids, go grab yourself a bowling lane, get some delicious food and drinks, and then go walk through the pretty lights.
Visit
BridgeWay Brewing Co. opens Friday, December 22, 2023. They’ll open at 4 pm.
Opening weekend hours:
Friday 12/22: 4 pm-11 pm
Saturday 12/23: 11 am-11 pm
Sunday 12/24: 11 am-5 pm
Monday 12/25: Closed
BridgeWay Brewing Co. will reopen with regular hours of operation on Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Looking for an amazing mug full of hot chocolate in Greenville, SC? Hot chocolate can be incredible – warm, chocolatey goodness and if you’re lucky, with a hefty helping of tiny marshmallows. Our Kidding Around Greenville readers recently revealed where their favorite places to find hot chocolate in Greenville.
220 North Main St, Greenville This cozy place is right next to the Hyatt on Main Street. They serve really good ice cream and make their own waffle cones. You should really treat yourself to some fresh chocolate fudge to go with that hot cocoa! You have our permission.
Kilwins Greenville has THE best hot chocolate I’ve ever had. The seaside caramel hot chocolate is my go to
113 A South Main Street, Fountain Inn Readers are recommending Steam Coffee and Cream in Fountain Inn for hot chocolate. They also offer a variety of kids arts and crafts events and games, so you really can’t go wrong.
1939 Woodruff Rd, Greenville | 31 August St, Greenville You can’t really go wrong at a place where breakfast is served all day. For some extra pep in your step, try the mocha hot chocolate!
205 Cedar Lane, Greenville Everything that Swamp Rabbit Café bakes and brews and sells is amazing. No surprise their hot chocolate is any different. Go get some.
1 East Coffee St, Greenville Located at the corner of Coffee and Main, this chill place is literally underground and serves up great coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet treats.
Where to Buy Local Hot Cocoa Bombs: Greenville, SC
Pick up Hot Cocoa Bombs from the brick-and-mortar locations. Make sure to order ahead closer to the holidays, as they will sell out and be hard to find unless you plan. *Prices subject to change
Chocolate Dreams Shop | Located inside of Shoppes Off Trade – 410 West Poinsett Street, Greer
Prices vary by design, character, and theme. Prices range from $5.50 and up for various chocolate bombs. Coffee, espresso, and traditional bombs are available as well.
$8 Each | Assorted Flavors classic, mocha, peppermint bark, and salted caramel
Hot chocolate bombs are a fun twist on hot chocolate. I love creating flavors and making the bombs a fun surprise with different marshmallows. My husband and kids love trying my creations out. It is also fun watching customers watch my videos at the markets for the first time and seeing the marshmallows come out. We have been working hard this past month on our website and it is finally here! Check out www.thechocolatebomb.com!
Emily Lemieux Yeargin
Photo Credit: White Elm Bakehouse, with permission
