Houni's Italian Ice Will Close Woodruff Road Shop
The Greenville location will shut its doors permanently on September 27, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Houni's Italian Ice announced it will close its Woodruff Road shop in Greenville on September 27, 2026. The store has served the local community for six years.
Why it matters
The closure marks the end of a six-year presence on Woodruff Road, though the brand will continue to maintain operations at its newer site in Simpsonville.
The Woodruff Road shop operated for six years, while the Simpsonville location has been open since 2023. The closing site maintained operating hours of 1-9 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and Sunday, with Saturday hours from noon to 9 p.m.
The players
Houni's Italian Ice
This local business operates multiple shops in the region, including the Woodruff Road location in Greenville and an additional storefront in Simpsonville.
The details
The announcement regarding the upcoming closure was shared via Instagram on September 21, 2026. Patrons looking to visit the establishment before it shutters have until the final day of operation to stop by the Woodruff Road storefront.
Timeline
The business first started at the Woodruff Road location in 2020.
The Simpsonville location opened in 2023.
The closure was announced on Instagram on September 21, 2026.
The Woodruff Road shop will officially close on September 27, 2026.
Market Landscape
This closure follows a wider pattern of local business consolidation as brands evaluate the profitability of multiple physical footprints. The move reflects the broader retail shift toward consolidating storefronts on high-traffic commercial corridors like Woodruff Road.
Customers who frequent the Woodruff Road location will need to shift their visits to the Simpsonville site to continue accessing the business. This closure removes a long-standing retail option for local residents who previously relied on the Woodruff Road shop.
The takeaway
Local shoppers should verify hours for the remaining Simpsonville site before making the drive. Staying updated on social media remains the best way to track the future accessibility of local retail brands.
Further reading
For more updates on local retail changes, visit Greenville Openings & Closings.
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