Mouth of the South Returns to Original Ownership

Mouth of the South, a local Southern and Cajun-inspired restaurant, is now fully back under the ownership of founder Ryan Ernst. A 2017 fire destroyed its original location at 8505 North 30th Street in Florence, leading to changes in location and ownership structure. Ernst said the business has now “returned to the concept that started it all,” with a renewed focus on community, hospitality and Southern flavors. The restaurant continues to operate at 16909 Lakeside Hills Plaza. – Nicole Buntgen