Charleston, July 29, 2025

News Summary

Timber Pizza Co. has opened its first location in South Carolina at 741 Meeting Street in downtown Charleston. This seventh outlet of the popular D.C.-based pizzeria features a diverse menu with unique pizzas and local ingredients. Customers can also enjoy empanadas and inventive salads, all prepared in a wood-fired oven. The restaurant aims to engage with the Charleston community and will offer delivery through DoorDash.

Charleston Welcomes Timber Pizza Co.’s First South Carolina Location

Charleston has officially welcomed Timber Pizza Co. to the city, marking the brand’s first location in South Carolina. Situated at 741 Meeting Street in downtown Charleston, this pizzeria represents the seventh overall location for the Washington, D.C.-based company.

Known for its distinctive crispy, “Neapolitan-ish” 12-inch pizzas, Timber Pizza Co. offers a menu featuring an array of flavors and ingredients. The pizzeria showcases a rotating selection of pies—including 11 options categorized as white, red, and green. Specialty pizzas incorporate local ingredients and creative toppings such as Carolina barbecue sauce, strawberries, and braised pork, all available in gluten-free options.

In addition to its signature pizzas, Timber Pizza Co. is introducing a variety of dishes to the Charleston menu, including authentic empanadas and inventive salads. The Snoopy salad, a customer favorite, includes mixed greens, roasted corn, candied peanuts, cucumbers, cilantro, chives, and charred scallion dressing.

A Rich Culinary History

Timber Pizza Co. was founded in 2014 by co-founders Chris Brady and Andrew Dana, initially launching as a farmers market stand with a pizza oven mounted on a vintage 1967 Chevy pickup truck. Following its success, the brand opened its first brick-and-mortar location in 2016, further expanding its culinary team with the addition of chef Daniela Moreira.

The Charleston location will be led by chef Jeremy Waybright, previously associated with Tempest, who is tasked with maintaining high culinary standards. All menu items will be prepared in a custom wood-fired oven, which is prominently visible from the dining area to enhance the dining experience.

Operating Hours and Atmosphere

Timber Pizza Co. in Charleston will operate on a schedule that includes Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. During operating hours, customers can partake in “Timber Time” happy hour, which offers local beers and cocktails in a bar area equipped with two televisions and communal tables.

Community Engagement

The co-founders of Timber Pizza Co. expressed enthusiasm about their entrance into the Charleston community, believing the city aligns perfectly with the establishment’s vision. The CEO also indicated that Charleston would serve as a strategic launching pad for Timber, introducing its unique offerings to a broader audience.

As part of its operations, Timber Pizza Co. plans to provide takeout and delivery services through DoorDash, ensuring that customers can easily enjoy its culinary creations.

Menu Highlights

Among Timber Pizza Co.’s menu offerings, the most popular pizza is distinguished by its unique combination of flavors. The Bentley features a tomato sauce base topped with cured chorizo, soppressata, Peruvian sweet peppers, and spicy honey, highlighting the brand’s commitment to flavorful, high-quality ingredients.

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