A new wave of dining is heading to Johns Creek.
STIR, the elevated yet approachable cocktail bar and scratch kitchen from Chattanooga, is officially set to open its first Georgia location at Medley, the $560 million mixed-use development by Toro Development Company. The announcement was made in a press release Wednesday.
The 6,000-square-foot restaurant will anchor the project’s vibrant central plaza and is scheduled to open during Medley’s grand debut on October 29, 2026. STIR will also introduce a standalone concept next door called Tonic House, a 1,000-square-foot satellite cocktail bar that opens directly onto the plaza for a walk-up experience.
Known for its fresh oyster bar, hand-crafted cocktails, and weekend brunch menu, STIR has built a loyal following across the Southeast. Signature offerings include hand-carved ice from 300-pound blocks frozen and shaped in-house, house-made syrups and bitters, and a robust liquor program featuring more than 300 selections.
“As we expand STIR across the Southeast, finding locations that align with our hospitality-driven ethos is key,” said Allen Corey, founder of SquareOne Holdings, which owns and operates STIR. “Medley stood out for its thoughtful, community-centered approach, making it the perfect home for our first Georgia location.”
Brunch lovers can expect modern takes on classic dishes, including a mason jar mimosa and house-made Bloody Marys, served on an expansive patio with al fresco seating and open-air design.
Tonic House, STIR’s adjacent concept, will offer a focused cocktail menu built around the namesake mixer, continuing the brand’s commitment to craft, connection, and innovation.
STIR and Tonic House join an already stacked first-to-market lineup at Medley that includes Sephora, Playa Bowls, Five Daughters Bakery, Fadó Irish Pub, and more. Toro Development Company’s “Third Place” strategy is focused on creating everyday gathering spaces designed to foster community connection through active, pedestrian-friendly environments.
“We always envisioned enlivening Medley’s Plaza with chef-driven, highly activated concepts,” said Kimberly Goetz, Vice President of Leasing at TDC. “STIR and Tonic House perfectly represent the kind of experience-driven hospitality that will bring people together and keep them coming back.”
Medley will ultimately feature 200,000 square feet of retail and dining, 900 residences, lifestyle office space, and a 25,000-square-foot central plaza hosting more than 200 events annually.
The development broke ground in January 2025 and is being positioned as a major new community hub for Johns Creek.
