‘It simply didn’t work out’: Here’s why this popular Surfside Beach eatery is closing
This popular Surfside Beach eatery may have risen from the ashes but the owners have now decided it’s time to close for good.
The husband-wife team of Nadya Batson and cook Eddie Batson announced on Friday in a Facebook post The Pickled Cucumber will shut its doors. The duo said constructing the new restaurant, at 317 U.S. Business North, has exhausted them both financially and psychologically.
The Southern-style restaurant, originally located on Surfside Drive, was forced to close in 2017 following damages caused by an electrical fire. While efforts were made to rebuild, it took about 17 months for the pair to move locations and re-open, but the struggle to start back up remained.
“With that said, we made a business decision not to re-open our Surfside location,” the post read. “We closed for the season in order to re-assess the situation and find new ways to invigorate our business in Surfside. But it simply didn’t work out.”
The Batsons shared their appreciation for the community’s support both after the fire and striving to reopen, asserting it gave them a “true sense of belonging.” Additionally, the pair said they rented their building to friends who they believe will be an outstanding addition to Surfside.
But rest assured, their Conway location will remain open.
The lunch restaurant is open from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. seven days a week and features the day’s menu of meats, sides and deserts written on a chalkboard.
