New Waterfront Oyster Bar on Johns Island Eyes Spring 2027 Opening

Stono's Oyster Bar blends waterfront dining with a casual, boater-friendly atmosphere.

Courtney McGinley Regional Reporter
The waterfront site before construction of Stono's Oyster Bar. (Image credit: Google Earth Pro)

King Street Hospitality Group’s latest concept is entering the final stretch of construction.

Plans for Stono’s Oyster Bar first emerged in July 2023. The Charleston Design Board approved the design in May 2024, and owner Mike Shuler told The Post and Courier the restaurant is on schedule for a spring 2027 opening. 

The waterfront spot is along the Stono River at 2409 Maybank Hwy. on Johns Island, offering marsh views.

Designed by Architect Kevan Hoertdoerfer, Stono’s Oyster Bar will feature indoor and outdoor seating, a main-level bar and a wraparound deck. A rooftop dining area will include a full-service bar and a garden surrounding part of the rooftop.

True to its name, the restaurant will serve oysters alongside a variety of locally sourced Lowcountry seafood.

The outlet reported the restaurant will be boater-friendly with a casual, approachable atmosphere. About 60 complimentary boat slips will be available, allowing diners arriving by boat to dock while they eat.

What Now Charleston reached out to the Stono’s Oyster Bar team. This article may be updated.

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Courtney McGinley is a Regional Reporter based in Philadelphia, PA. A graduate of Penn State University's Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications, she has been working as a journalist since earning her degree. Before joining What Now Media Group, Courtney was a Live News Fellow at Newsweek, where she gained experience in writing, breaking news reporting, interviewing, and editing. She was also nominated for a Mid-Atlantic Emmy. Outside of work, Courtney enjoys cooking and exploring new restaurants, coffee shops, and cocktail bars.
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