Little Twirl reopens under new ownership with grand opening set for May 8

The Little Twirl, a longtime staple in Washington County, is under new ownership and preparing for its grand re-opening as “The Little Twirl on Main” Friday, May 8, with a mix of familiar favorites and new additions.

The grand re-opening will take place at 9:30 a.m. and feature a ribbon cutting with the Washington County Chamber of Commerce.

The restaurant in Livonia has been purchased by sisters Dana Brewer, Tiffany Brewer and Jessica Allen, along with their stepfather, John Browning. All three sisters were born and raised in Salem, while Browning was born in Seymour and raised in Charlestown.

The family said the goal is not only to continue the tradition of The Little Twirl, but to build something lasting for future generations.

“The Little Twirl represents more than just a business to us,” Jessica Allen said. “It is an opportunity to build something together that can be passed down for generations, to bring us closer as a family and to model to our children what it looks like to run a business.”

Each owner brings a different professional background to the business.

Dana Brewer, who serves as kitchen manager, has more than 20 years of experience in the food industry, including managing high-volume kitchens and large catered events. Some of her homemade recipes will be featured on the menu.

Browning, the operations manager, previously owned and operated his own business and handles much of the mechanical and operational side of the restaurant.

Jessica Allen, who serves as marketing manager, spent seven years working as a finance manager before stepping away to raise her children.

Tiffany Brewer, the restaurant coordinator, has more than a decade of experience in account management and customer experience and currently works as a team lead in the essential oil industry.

Allen said the idea of restaurant ownership had been a longtime dream for Dana Brewer and her husband, but Browning ultimately pushed the purchase forward.

“He recognized the unique strengths each of us brings to the table and believed we would make a strong team,” Allen said. “More than anything, he wanted to create something meaningful for our family, something that could grow over time and become a lasting legacy.”

Customers can expect many of the longtime favorites to remain, including the soft serve ice cream and the classic breaded tenderloin sandwich.

The owners said they also plan to improve quality by using fresher ingredients and locally sourced meats. Beef will come from Roberts Farm, while pork for the tenderloin will be sourced through Sanders Processing and made with hand-breaded, real pork rather than pre-formed products.

“Our goal is to honor what people love about Little Twirl while raising the overall quality and flavor,” Allen said.

New additions will include “Twisters,” the restaurant’s version of a Blizzard-style dessert, along with an expanded hand-dipped ice cream selection and dirty sodas, which combine soft drinks with added flavors and a sweet, creamy topping.

The Little Twirl will be open Monday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The business plans to remain seasonal for now, though the owners said they have discussed possibly extending the season or eventually staying open year-round.

Allen said the business will also have a faith-based focus, including a prayer request box inside the dining area for customers who would like to share needs.

“We hope our guests enjoy the fresher options, along with the warm, family-centered atmosphere we’re creating at Little Twirl,” Allen said. “More than anything, we hope people can feel the care and love we’ve poured into every detail of this place.”