Sully's Steamers set to open location at GSP Airport
Sully's Steamers will open in late April in the Grand Hall of the airport terminal, adjacent to Chick-fil-A.
The restaurant will be open from 4:30 a.m. until the last flight departs.
'Our goal is to create a dining experience that reflects the Upstate, offering travelers a mix of well-known national brands and local favorites,' said Dave Edwards, president and CEO of GSP Airport. 'The airport is often the first and last impression visitors have of our community, and we want to ensure that GSP leaves a lasting impression by showcasing the best of what the Upstate has to offer.'
Sully's handed out free samples Wednesday morning to travelers passing through GSP Airport.
The space used by Sully's was previously a Qdoba which closed in January 2023.
Sully's Steamers opened its first location in downtown Greenville in March 2013 and has 15 locations throughout the southeast.
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