Wade’s Restaurant Expands with First Wade’s Jr. Concept on Reidville Road

Wade’s Restaurant, a James Beard Award-winning Southern dining institution in Spartanburg, is excited to announce a new concept — Wade’s Jr. — scheduled to open on Reidville Road in early 2026. This new concept brings the same beloved homemade Southern cooking to guests in a faster, more convenient format designed for today’s busy lifestyles.

Key Highlights of Wade’s Jr.: 

• Meat & Three Made Easy: Wade’s Jr. will offer a streamlined menu of Wade’s most popular menu items, served through counter service and a curbside pickup lane for online orders.
• Convenient Location: Positioned on Reidville Road on the west side of Spartanburg, heading toward the growing Duncan/Moore area. This location allows Wade’s Jr. to tap into a new area of Spartanburg, providing convenient access for busy families, professionals, and anyone craving quality Southern cooking without making the drive to our flagship location.
• Signature Yeast Rolls Remain a Staple: Wade’s famous hand-mixed, homemade yeast rolls, freshly baked in-store, will continue to be a highlight of the dining experience.
• Modern Brand Evolution: Guests will recognize familiar Wade’s branding, now refreshed with updated veggie characters and a new logo inspired by the iconic yeast roll.
• Award-Winning Heritage: Wade’s Jr. is an extension of the same team behind Wade’s Restaurant, known for its commitment to quality, service, and community for 78 years.

"Wade’s Jr. is a natural next step for our brand, allowing us to serve more of our Southern comfort food in a format that fits modern lifestyles," said Anna Lindsey Liles, third-generation owner and granddaughter of Wade’s founders. "We are proud to continue our legacy while bringing our beloved recipes to even more of Spartanburg."

"Our family and team have been dreaming up the next version of Wade’s for years, and we are thrilled to finally introduce what we’ve been working on," said Hamp Lindsey, owner of Wade’s Restaurant. "Spartanburg’s growth is truly exciting, and we are proud to expand within this vibrant community. Wade’s Jr. allows us to reach even more guests, especially those who may not always make it to our east side location."

Wade’s Restaurant will continue to operate as usual from its flagship location, maintaining the full dine-in and ToGo experience guests have enjoyed for years while Wade’s Jr. provides a convenient, ToGo-focused option.

"Continuing our family's legacy of serving great Southern cooking to Spartanburg is an honor we don't take lightly. Our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement has been the cornerstone of our success for generations, and we remain dedicated to bringing the best of Southern hospitality to our community" said Wade Lindsey III, third-generation owner and grandson of Wade’s founders.

“The right team and the right location have come together at just the right time. The stars have aligned, and the timing of this new concept perfectly matches the vision and planning we’ve been working toward. Our team is energized, prepared, and excited for this next chapter” said Joey Basso, Chief Operating Officer of Wade’s Restaurant.