News Summary
Mother’s Oysters + Pies is set to debut in September 2025 at the Shoppes at Flight Deck plaza in Lexington. With a diverse menu featuring fresh, regional oysters and wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas, the restaurant aims to enhance the local dining scene. Designed with a Mediterranean coastal ambiance, it will offer a two-level dining experience, complete with outdoor seating. The restaurant, founded by local community member Jonathan Stambolitis, emphasizes freshness, sourcing ingredients locally to create an inviting culinary destination.
Lexington to Welcome New Restaurant
Mother’s Oysters + Pies is set to open its doors in September 2025, bringing a fresh dining option to the Shoppes at Flight Deck plaza located at 109 Old Chapin Road. This new establishment will not only serve the community with its diverse menu but also aim to elevate the culinary experience in Lexington.
Location and Ambiance
Positioned near the intersection of Old Chapin and W. Main Street, Mother’s Oysters + Pies is designed to evoke the spirit of a Mediterranean coastal town. The restaurant will feature a two-level dining area with a total capacity of 140 seats, including outdoor terrace seating that allows guests to enjoy their meals in a pleasant environment.
Diverse Menu Offerings
The restaurant’s menu promises an enticing selection of dishes, focusing on fresh, regional oysters that can be enjoyed either raw or charbroiled. In addition to oysters, patrons can look forward to wood-fired, Neapolitan-style pizzas, which will be prepared in a traditional Marra Forni oven. The menu will also include pastas, Southern classics such as shrimp and grits, seafood boils, and various other options, making it an attractive dining choice for various tastes.
Beverage Options
Mother’s will feature two fully stocked bars, ensuring that guests have a range of drink choices to complement their meals. One notable returnee to the drink menu is the Avocadotini, a popular cocktail from the former Arkos restaurant located in the same plaza, which will have new frozen variations.
Community Development and Family Heritage
The restaurant is a brainchild of Jonathan Stambolitis, co-founder of the Purty Projects development company. This establishment will complement the ongoing development of Sandpiper Square, which will introduce 31 new homes to the area. The groundbreaking for Sandpiper Square took place on April 24, 2025, with the first homes expected to be completed by late September 2025.
The Stambolitis family has deep roots in the local community, with Jonathan’s father, Ted Stambolitis, having opened the Flight Deck restaurant in 1992, where he also developed the surrounding shopping center. Jonathan’s sister, Victoria, currently operates the nearby Hangar Provisions eatery, highlighting the family’s ongoing commitment to the local dining scene.
Focus on Freshness
Mother’s Oysters + Pies emphasizes a commitment to using locally sourced ingredients, particularly oysters from South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. This dedication to freshness aligns with the restaurant’s aim to blend the energy of a neighborhood favorite with fine dining craftsmanship, thus creating a unique culinary destination in Lexington.
Anticipating Growth in Lexington
The introduction of Mother’s Oysters + Pies, along with the development of Sandpiper Square, is anticipated to enhance the vibrancy of downtown Lexington. As the restaurant gears up for its September opening, residents are likely to welcome this new addition as a fresh choice in dining and community engagement.
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