Consumer Stories

ABD received word from Jordan Trotter Commercial Real Estate about the sale of the Sunshine Bakery location at 1209 Broad Street in Augusta. Sunshine Bakery is an Augusta icon, opened in 1946. Through several ownerships, most recently Gene Gurley until it closed in 2020, the restaurant was known for its savory soups and pastries. The release of a statement from Fat Man’s Hospitality Group through Jordan Trotter indicates the classic soups might be replaced by some BBQ staples. “The Fat Man’s Hospitality Group is proud to have the privilege and

Chicken Salad Chick just made a sweet acquisition. Chicken Salad Chick bought Atlanta-based dessert bakery Piece of Cake for an undisclosed price. All 245 Chicken Salad Chick restaurants will be serving Piece of Cake baked goods including the three Augusta locations. One is in the Washington Walk Shopping Center near Augusta National, at 2817 Washington Road, the other locations are in Grovetown, 4990 Steiner Way, and in Evans at 4429 Washington Road. However, when ABD contacted the location at Washington Walk, we were told they aren’t yet offering the Piece

Augusta has a new coffee spot! Located at 1902 Walton Way in Augusta, Trellis Coffee Bar has become the newest spot for locals to grab a cup of coffee, while experiencing a vibrant dining experience. A grand opening celebration has been scheduled for Nov. 4. The space has been operating under its soft launch opening hours of 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday since early October. They are closed on Sundays. Trellis Coffee Bar was formed by local couples, Ross