The Donut Guy Closes Village at Sandhill Storefront
The local business is relocating operations to Winnsboro while maintaining a presence at the Soda City Market.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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The Donut Guy has officially closed its storefront at the Village at Sandhill in Columbia. The business is now shifting its operations back to its former location in Winnsboro.
Why it matters
The closure follows a period of reduced activity in the area, as the business looks to consolidate its physical footprint. Despite leaving the retail center, the company will continue its established presence at the Soda City Market.
Foot traffic at the Village at Sandhill declined by nearly 3 percent in Q1 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. The brand previously operated a location in The Vista that opened in 2022 before eventually closing.
The players
The Donut Guy
This local business operates as a food vendor known for its presence at various Columbia retail locations and markets.
The details
The Donut Guy will return to its original Congress Street storefront in Winnsboro, where it plans to operate an express location and a restaurant in an adjacent space. The business successfully opened its Sandhill location in 2023 but has opted to move operations back to its historic site as soon as possible.
Timeline
The Donut Guy opened a location in The Vista in 2022.
The Sandhill storefront opened to customers in 2023.
Foot traffic at Sandhill fell by nearly 3 percent in Q1 2026.
The closure of the Sandhill storefront was announced in October 2026.
Market Landscape
This move reflects a strategic retreat from regional retail centers as businesses respond to fluctuating foot traffic patterns. By consolidating into its previous Winnsboro site, the firm is prioritizing established local demand over broader retail expansion.
Customers who frequented the Village at Sandhill location will need to visit the company at its returning Winnsboro storefront once it reopens. Fans of the brand can still access products through its ongoing operations at the Soda City Market.
The takeaway
Businesses often streamline their operations by returning to proven, high-performing locations during periods of economic uncertainty. Local consumers should monitor company social media channels for the official reopening date of the Winnsboro shop.
Further reading
Follow ongoing shifts in the local retail environment on the Columbia Openings & Closings page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Post and Courier.
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