PopUp Bagels Operator — South Carolina

Hot bagels.
Coming to
South Carolina.

Palmedough LLC is the PopUp Bagels operator for South Carolina — bringing the nation's most talked-about bagel to Charleston, Greenville, and beyond.

Now in Development

Charleston, SC — Opening June 2026.

83 Mary Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Dozen bagels
About Palmedough

Second-generation operators.
First-rate bagels.

Palmedough LLC was founded by a team of experienced franchise operators with deep roots in multi-unit restaurant management. Palmedough LLC is the PopUp Bagels operator for South Carolina.

We don't just open locations — we build teams, cultivate community, and uphold the standard that's made PopUp Bagels a national phenomenon.

The PopUp Philosophy

What makes this
different.

Featured in Bloomberg, The New York Times, Fast Company, The New Yorker, and Eater. Backed by Paul Rudd, Michael Phelps, Michael Strahan, and JJ Watt — and expanding to 300+ locations nationwide.

The concept is simple and intentional. That's exactly why it works.

01
Grip, Rip and Dip®

Hot, whole bagels sold by the bag — made for sharing and tearing into. No sandwiches. No fuss.

02
Small Batches All Day

Baked fresh continuously throughout the day so every bagel hits your hand warm and ready.

03
Fewer Choices, Better Bagels

Simple menu. Exceptional product. Paired with rotating weekly schmears that change everything.

04
Worth the Wait

Lines move fast. Hot bagels baked continuously to meet demand. The wait is part of the experience.

Schmear collabs
"Crispy crusts, soft crumb centers — paired with schmears that elevate the cream cheese experience with bold, unexpected flavors."
PopUp Bagels — Brand Philosophy
PopUp Bagels community
"Not famous but known."
PopUp Bagels — Now Coming to South Carolina
About Palmedough

Built on experience.
Grounded in South Carolina.

Our Company

South Carolina's
Local Operator

Palmedough LLC is a South Carolina–based franchise group operating PopUp Bagels locations across the state. Founded by a team of seasoned franchise professionals with decades of combined experience opening, operating, and scaling multi-unit concepts.

We understand what it takes to build great teams, create consistent guest experiences, and grow a brand the right way — from the ground up, location by location.

The Brand

A national phenomenon
with local heart.

Founded by Adam Goldberg in Westport, CT, PopUp Bagels has become one of the most covered food brands in the country. Featured in Bloomberg, The NYT, Fast Company, The New Yorker, and Eater — and backed by celebrity investors including Paul Rudd, Michael Phelps, Michael Strahan, and JJ Watt.

Every bagel is baked fresh in small batches. Simple menu. Exceptional product. A rotating weekly schmear that keeps guests coming back.

60+
Years Combined Experience

Our three-partner leadership team brings decades of franchise operating experience across multi-unit concepts.

3
South Carolina Markets

Charleston, Greenville, and Mount Pleasant — bringing PopUp Bagels to South Carolina.

30+
Locations Nationwide

PopUp Bagels is one of the fastest-growing franchise concepts in the United States, expanding coast to coast.

Schmear collabs
"Every bagel is a product of precision — from high-quality ingredients to the meticulous proofing process and expert bake."
PopUp Bagels — Brand Philosophy
Our Approach
Operate
Lead from the front

Our partners are operators first. We are in the shop, with the team, hands-on every day. We don't manage from a distance — we build alongside our people.

Quality
Product first, always

PopUp Bagels built its reputation on an uncompromising product. We uphold that standard in every location — no shortcuts, no exceptions.

Community
Rooted in South Carolina

We live here, work here, and invest here. Our locations are part of the communities they serve — not distant operators passing through.

Growth
Deliberate expansion

We grow thoughtfully — selecting markets with intention, building each location to last. Scale matters, but getting it right matters more.

PopUp Bagels
Our Locations

Find us in
South Carolina.

01 — Flagship
Charleston
83 Mary Street, Charleston, SC 29403
 In Construction Pre-Order →
02 — Coming Soon
Greenville
Camperdown, 320 Falls Street, Greenville, SC
 Coming Soon
03 — Coming Soon
Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant, SC
 Coming Soon
Pre-Order

Avoid the wait.

PopUp Bagels are baked hot for you. Pre-orders available at all locations until they sell out — order online or through the app.

App Store → Google Play →
Catering

Feed the whole crew.

Hosting a team breakfast, corporate event, or celebration? PopUp Bagels catering brings the full experience — hot bagels, schmears, and all.

Catering Info →
Store interior
Leadership

The team behind
the dough.

Palmedough is led by a three-partner team with deep franchise expertise, a bias toward action, and a genuine belief in the PopUp Bagels brand.

Braxton DeCamp
Owner-Operator · South Carolina

A second-generation franchise operator, Braxton brings a lifetime of franchise knowledge and a relentless work ethic to every location he opens. He leads from the front — in the shop, with the team, every day.

Jim Cornish
Partner

With over three decades operating multi-unit franchise concepts, Jim Cornish brings unmatched experience to the Palmedough team. His operational depth and strategic guidance are a cornerstone of how we build and grow.

Kim DeCamp
Partner

With over three decades owning multi-unit franchise concepts, Kim DeCamp has mastered finding concepts that match brand values and the ability to scale. Her eye for the right brand is what brought Palmedough to PopUp Bagels.

Join the team.

We're building something great in South Carolina and always looking for driven, hospitality-minded people to grow with us.

Careers

Grow with us.

Open Positions
General Interest
We're always open to exceptional people
Why Palmedough

We are actively building — not a mature, stable corporate operator. If you want to be part of something from the ground floor, with room to grow as we grow, we want to hear from you.

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Contact

Let's talk.

We'd love to
hear from you.

Whether you're interested in catering, franchise partnerships, careers, or just want to know when we open — drop us a note.

Email
braxton@palmedough.com
Main Office
734 Waites Dr
Charleston, SC 29412
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