A Place Built on Heart, Flavor, and Community.

Where comfort, flavor, and good company come together.

Southern Spirit Restaurant & Bar was created with one simple idea in mind: to offer a welcoming space where great food, thoughtful drinks, and genuine hospitality come together.

Every meal here tells a story. Every dish is made with care. Every drink is poured with intention. From slow-simmered Southern classics to creative signature favorites by Chef Laura, our menu is rooted in comfort, flavor, and heart — with a little extra spirit on the side.

Whether you’re stopping in for dinner, gathering with friends, or unwinding after a long day, you’ll always have a seat at our table.

Our Story

Southern Spirit began when Chef Laura and Bill connected over a shared love of hospitality and a desire to bring something new to the area.

They saw an opportunity to create a place that feels familiar yet fresh — elevated but approachable — where Southern comfort meets global influence, and where people come not just to eat, but to stay awhile.

That shared vision became Southern Spirits: a neighborhood restaurant built on warmth, quality, and connection.

A Shared Vision

Together, Chef Laura and Bill combine culinary creativity and thoughtful leadership to create Southern Spirit Restaurant & Bar — a place that feels warm, inviting, and genuinely yours.

Pull up a chair, sip something smooth, and let the good times roll.

We’re glad you’re here.

  • Chef Laura Smith

    Chef Laura brings decades of experience and soul to the kitchen. Her cooking blends Southern comfort, coastal flavors, and global inspiration — shaped by years of hands-on cooking and running successful restaurants. For her, food is about care, tradition, and bringing people together.

  • Bill LAST NAME

    After 24 years working in IT across Philadelphia and New Jersey, Bill relocated to South Carolina and opened his first bar and restaurant — a venture that continues to thrive. He brings leadership, vision, and a passion for building welcoming spaces grounded in balance, intention, and community.