A Winning Play: Hail Mary Bar & Grille to Celebrate Ribbon Cutting and Rebranding

The local dining scene in the Golden Strip is scoring another major point this week as a downtown favorite unveils a fresh new identity. Hail Mary Bar & Grille, formerly known as Hail Mary Sports Grille, will host an official ribbon-cutting ceremony and rebranding celebration on Friday, February 6, 2026.

The event, held in partnership with the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce, marks a new chapter for the establishment located at 113 North Weston Street. While the venue has long been a go-to for local sports fans, the rebranding signals an expanded focus on elevated pub fare and community engagement.

Experienced Hands in the Kitchen

The driving force behind Hail Mary’s success is the husband-and-wife duo Wil and Julie. The couple brings over 50 years of high-level restaurant experience to Fountain Inn. Julie’s background as a longtime executive at Cameron Mitchell Restaurants pairs with Wil’s extensive culinary resume—which includes opening concepts for Wolfgang Puck and even cooking for U.S. Presidents.

Their expertise is evident in a menu that goes far beyond standard bar food. From hand-crafted “Grandma Goals” comfort food to their signature “Power Play” pizzas, the kitchen emphasizes fresh ingredients and scratch-made recipes.

A Menu Built for the Community

The rebranding highlights a menu designed to cater to everyone from families out for a weekend meal to sports enthusiasts looking for a “Touchdown” plate of wings. Popular items currently generating buzz include:

• Signature Pizzas: Innovative pies like The Goalie (loaded with four layers of pepperoni) and The Hat Trick (featuring house-made Italian sausage).

• The Pre-Game Show: Upscale appetizers such as Baked French Onion Dip with crisp flatbread chips and Panko-crusted Brie bites.

• Specialty Sandwiches: Including a half-pound cheeseburger served on a pretzel bun and the Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich.

Strengthening Fountain Inn’s Downtown

The “new” Hail Mary Bar & Grille is part of a larger wave of growth in Fountain Inn’s downtown corridor. As city leaders continue to push the INNvision Comprehensive Plan, establishments like this provide the necessary “walkable” anchors that draw residents from Mauldin and Simpsonville into the heart of the city.

The February 6th celebration is more than just a name change; it’s a celebration of a local business that has successfully integrated into the fabric of the Golden Strip.

Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Details

• What: Ribbon Cutting & Community Celebration

• When: Friday, February 6, 2026

• Where: 113 N. Weston St., Fountain Inn, SC

• Who: Hosted by the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce

With deep culinary roots and a renewed vision, Hail Mary Bar & Grille is poised to become more than a game-day hangout—it’s shaping up to be a true gathering place for the community. As leaders from the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce and residents come together to celebrate, the rebrand represents the kind of local investment that continues to energize downtown Fountain Inn.