Look Who’s Here: 1190 Clements Ferry Road

As you enter the north side of Clements Ferry, just past Cainhoy Road, one of the first buildings you’ll spot is 1190 Clements Ferry Road.

 

Once known as the longtime home of Joey Tomatoes, the one-story commercial building houses a range of trade companies and a dance studio. Soon, it will welcome a new restaurant.

 

A new Italian restaurant is heading to the Clements Ferry corridor, and owners Joe and Bethann Spiotta are hoping it becomes a go-to spot for the growing Cainhoy and Point Hope communities.

 

The restaurant will be called Salute. “Like when you clink glasses in Italian,” Joe Spiotta said. 

 

In Italian, Salute, pronounced SAH-LOO-teh, literally means health and is commonly used as a toast to good health. 

 

The new eatery will take over the former Joey Tomatoes location, which the owner recently closed to focus on his Mount Pleasant location.

 

“What we want to offer the people of Cainhoy is a nice restaurant that’s going to offer Italian cuisine,” Joe Spiotta said. “It will have everything from chicken parm to lasagna to pastas, fresh pastas... fried calamari, and appetizers.” The restaurant will also have creative nightly specials featuring fish, veal, and more.

 

The Spiottas said they chose the location for its promise and growth.

 

“The town of Cainhoy is a booming area,” Joe Spiotta said. “We’ve (run) Bricco Bracco in Mount Pleasant for 15 years, and we’ve consistently grown with that restaurant as the town grows. I think Point Hope is under the same scenario.”

 

Bethann Spiotta added, “We just hope to provide a great dining experience where families can make memories and kind of make it their place to go.”

 

Salute is expected to open around June 1.

 

“This is the birth of Salute,” Joe Spiotta said.

 

Creative Edge Dance Center is a dance studio that provides training for youth and pre-professional dancers. The studio provides a creative environment where students can explore various dance styles and develop their skills under the guidance of experienced instructors. The company has a second location at Point Hope, just down the road.

 

Owner Katie Auten said, “Here at CEDC, we train youth and pre-professional-level dancers while promoting confidence, dedication, and teamwork. Our experienced industry creatives provide a positive atmosphere for aspiring dancers to thrive while discovering their own artistic voice.”

 

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Dunes Heating and Air Conditioning is a Mount Pleasant-based HVAC contractor serving residential and commercial clients across Charleston. They offer repair, installation, and maintenance for heating and cooling systems, along with ductless mini-splits, air duct sealing, and indoor air quality solutions. According to their website, the company is known for prompt service, same-day appointments, and quality craftsmanship.

 

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