New Realm brews up food and fun on DI

Locals got their first taste of Daniel Island’s newest culinary addition as New Realm Brewing Company took over the 11,000-square-foot facility originally occupied by Dockery’s when doors opened on May 20.
 
New Realm co-founders Carey Falcone, Mitch Steele and Bob Powers always appreciated the Charleston environment. South Carolina was part of New Realm’s growth plans, so when the Daniel Island location became available, it was the perfect fit.  
 
“This is our fourth restaurant/brewery. In addition to Daniel Island, we have locations in Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia, and Virginia Beach, Virginia. The Dockery’s location is ideal on many levels and actually resembles something that New Realm would have built from scratch. The opportunity to seamlessly take over that space was extremely appealing. We also truly love and admire the strong sense of community in Charleston, Daniel Island as a destination, the spirited food and music scene, and the growing business community,” Powers said.
 
The restaurant plans to expand the lineup of music and comedy events. New Realm will also incorporate more entertainment venues such as trivia nights, yoga, and festivals. 
 
The locally sourced menu from Chef Grant MacPherson includes a variety of tantalizing tastes from appetizers like the Cooper River Crab Dip to bigger bites such as Hazy Like A Fox Beer-Can Chicken. New Realm’s menu also includes some delectable desserts. 
 
Award-winning beers are crafted by brewmaster Mitch Steele. He is considered one of the best brewers in the craft beer industry. Brews will include limited specialty releases, some available only on Daniel Island.
 
New Realm staffer Sully Sullivan was a former Dockery’s employee. Originally from Boston, she said, “We used to vacation here and always came to Dockery’s. Once we decided this is where we’re going to move and stay, I said I’m going to go work at that fun brewery.”  
 
Sullivan is excited to be back at work, especially with an experienced organization like New Realm. “It’s great to have the patio up and running again ... Now that everybody is vaccinated they have a level of confidence back up again. New Realm has reinvented places that have fallen a little behind. They really know what they’re doing. They’re able to take something and polish it up.”
 
One of the main architectural changes New Realm made was to remove the large wall at the entrance so diners get a full view of everything happening in the restaurant.  
 
“We really wanted people — as soon as they walked into New Realm — to see the excitement going on as well as the brewery in the back and the great ambiance inside. It’s an immediate impact as soon as they walk in,” explained Jeff Ash, executive vice president of food and beverage.
 
Diners can look forward to some exciting events as New Realm ramps up.  
 
“We are working on the grand opening events as we speak and can’t wait to welcome the community,” Powers exclaimed.
 
For more information, check out newrealmbrewing.com.
 

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