A Peace of Soul Vegan Kitchen, the Black-owned vegan soul-food staple on North Main Street in Columbia, has served its final plates for now. The restaurant hosted a farewell service on Saturday, then closed its doors as it steps back to figure out its next move. Chef-owner Folami Geter thanked customers and described the pause as intentional after years of nonstop service, capping a long run in which locals, fans, and out-of-town road-trippers treated the spot as a destination for plant-based spins on Southern comfort food.
According to WIS News 10, the owners shared the closure news on social media and invited customers in for one last meal. In the post, Geter wrote, “We will miss all of the smiling faces and all of the support, but we’ve been here for 25 years.” WIS reported that it is not yet clear whether the shutdown is permanent or if the restaurant might reappear in a different space.
Farewell Service and a Public Thank-You
The restaurant’s homepage featured a “Last Chance” banner inviting customers to an official farewell service on Saturday and thanking the community for many years of support, according to the business’s website. The site continues to list regular hours and directs visitors to the restaurant’s Instagram and Facebook pages for any future updates.
Planned Transition and Pop-Ups
As reported in February by The State, Geter had already signaled a move away from daily operations toward an “extended break” so the team could explore “what's next.” At the time, the business posted a detailed FAQ that walked customers through reduced hours. The State noted that the owners were considering different possibilities for the Main Street building while keeping the Peace of Soul brand active with food-truck pop-ups around the Southeast.
WIS News 10 reported that loyal customers drove in from as far as Augusta and Charlotte to get one last plate, a sign of the regional following the kitchen built over the years. Online guides and review platforms like HappyCow and TripAdvisor have repeatedly highlighted the restaurant’s plant-based riffs on fried “chicken” sandwiches and mac and cheese.
What’s Next for Peace of Soul
Geter told The State in a video message that “Our story isn’t over, it’s just changing shape,” and the team said it planned to honor what they built while exploring new possibilities. According to The State, the brand expects to stay visible through pop-ups and catering as the owners decide whether to lease or sell the Main Street space.
For now, the North Main storefront is dark, and followers are keeping an eye on the restaurant’s social media accounts for any word on a comeback or new projects. This story will be updated if Peace of Soul announces further plans or opens in another location.
