Restaurant Space with
171 E Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401
New
Turn-key restaurant with recently renovated kitchen, 200+ seating, and an outdoor patio with views.
Type:Retail
Property size:
5,295 SF- Added:
- Jun 2, 2026
- Days on Market:
- 2
- Last Refresh:
- Jun 3 at 1:52 am
Property Features for 171 E Bay Street
General Information
- Standard status
- Active
- Size
- 5,295 SF
- Property subtype
- Retail
Listing agent E. David Grubbs, Jr., SIOR
Listing office (843) 814-6111
Listing date Jun 2, 2026
Source Naicharleston
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HighLights
- Approx. 5,295 SF restaurant with seating for 200+ patrons
- Recently renovated and expanded full kitchen with an open kitchen design and wood‑burning pizza oven
- Large oyster bar with a picture window on E. Bay Street (views of the street)
- Outdoor patio seating for 30+ with views of historic St. Philip’s Church
- Private dining available to accommodate special events
- On‑site parking; all FFE available for purchase
Overview
171 E Bay is an approximately 5,295-square-foot restaurant built for strong guest flow and comfortable service. The layout begins with an oyster bar just inside the entrance, positioned along a wall with a large picture window facing E. Bay Street. A gracious bar runs along the left side as guests move back toward the main dining room, supported by a large, recently renovated and expanded kitchen. The property includes an open kitchen featuring a wood burning pizza oven, which complements the dining atmosphere. Seating is provided for 200+ patrons, along with outdoor patio seating for 30+ guests. Additional features include a raw bar location with open-air exposure to E. Bay Street, private dining for special events, and on-site parking.
The restaurant is accessed off E. Bay Street and benefits from direct visibility and street exposure at the oyster and raw bar areas. It is walkable to Magnolias Waterfront Park, the Market, the Vendue Range shops and hotel area, and several new hotels.
This turnkey setup is well suited for operators looking for a ready-to-run concept with full kitchen capacity, strong indoor-outdoor guest options, and flexible event space. The ability to purchase all FF&E supports a smooth transition for a qualified restaurateur or group seeking immediate functionality in a high-activity retail and hospitality corridor.
The restaurant is accessed off E. Bay Street and benefits from direct visibility and street exposure at the oyster and raw bar areas. It is walkable to Magnolias Waterfront Park, the Market, the Vendue Range shops and hotel area, and several new hotels.
This turnkey setup is well suited for operators looking for a ready-to-run concept with full kitchen capacity, strong indoor-outdoor guest options, and flexible event space. The ability to purchase all FF&E supports a smooth transition for a qualified restaurateur or group seeking immediate functionality in a high-activity retail and hospitality corridor.
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
337 Meeting Street
Hotel & Motel
Ruby Sunshine
Restaurant
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Charleston
- County
- Berkeley
- State
- South Carolina
- Longitude
- -79.9271816
- Latitude
- 32.778919
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Turn-key restaurant with recently renovated kitchen, 200+ seating, and an outdoor patio with views.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 171 E Bay Street Charleston, SC.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approx. 5,295 SF restaurant with seating for 200+ patrons; Recently renovated and expanded full kitchen with an open kitchen design and wood‑burning pizza oven; Large oyster bar with a picture window on E. Bay Street (views of the street)
