Bareo brings kakigōri and dumplings to Spring Street in Charleston
A dumpling and kakigōri (Japanese shaved ice) concept is coming to downtown Charleston from James Beard nominated chef Nikko Cagalanan and his wife and business partner Paula Kramer. Bareo is set to open February 13, 2026, on Spring Street where Kultura used to be—another restaurant from the husband and wife duo which has moved to a larger location on Rutledge Avenue.
Bareo will offer a streamlined menu for lunch and dinner in the petite space, with dishes inspired by the foodways of the Philippines and Japan like onigiri (rice balls), handrolls, hand-folded dumplings, bento boxes, noodle soup, and kakigōri. Diners can also enjoy beer, wine, sake cocktails, and a tea service inspired by Chinese Gong Fu traditions in the intimate, den-like atmosphere…