South Carolina’s restaurant industry has seen an array of notable closures over the past year, from beloved local icons to long-time national chains. These shutdowns reflect evolving economic pressures, shifting customer demand, and changing market dynamics across the Palmetto State.
Columbia loses long-standing casual dining landmark
One of Columbia’s most familiar dining fixtures, Shoney’s, officially closed its last remaining location on Garners Ferry Road on August 14, 2025, marking the end of decades of service in the capital.
Another Shoney’s in the area (located in Springdale) had already shuttered in late July 2025 after 35 years in operation. The closure signifies a sharp decline in the brand’s footprint in South Carolina, where…..