Founded in 1989, Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill will close its doors for good following a controversial exit after the restaurant and a hotel on the property were acquired for a whopping $75 million earlier this year.
Its owners and vice president of operations are "devastated" to close as affordable, laid-back waterfront dining options are rapidly disappearing in the South Florida market — especially those that have been engrained in South Florida history. Therefore, the owners claim they are "working diligently to find a new location to continue the legacy of Shuckers and look forward to announcing something in the near future."
"We are devastated to have to close the doors of this iconic Miami institution," says Bruce Siegel, vice president of operations. "So many locals have created incredible memories here over the decades. We hope to welcome everyone back for one last time during these last two weeks”.
A rendering of Palm Tree Club by Palm Tree Crew featuring a hotel, pool, waterfront restaurant, and tropical colors
Palm Tree Crew photo
One Last Hurrah at Shuckers Before It Becomes Palm Tree Club by DJ Kygo
After nearly 40 years of serving the community, this Miami staple invites locals to celebrate the end of an era during its last two weeks of operations.Shuckers will host “locals appreciation nights” to give guests a final chance to enjoy the restaurant's waterfront charm. Details will be available on their website and social media. The owners extend their heartfelt thanks to their loyal customers and employees for nearly four decades of support.
Earlier this year, New Times readers were outraged when New York-based real estate company Continuum Company partnered with entertainment company Palm Tree Crew, founded by international DJ Kygo, to turn the iconic oceanfront restaurant into Palm Tree Club, a brand new waterfront hotel and restaurant with an entirely high-end, music-driven, Miami aesthetic.
Continuum Company revealed it had secured a $67.5 million loan to acquire Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill and the neighboring Best Western Inn in North Bay Village for $75 million.
Palm Tree Club will replace Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill and Best Western with a "dynamic fusion of tropical vibes, coastal gastronomy, and curated music and events" that will "merge the energy of a festival scene with the joy of laid-back hospitality," states a press release sent on Thursday, June 27. The hotel and restaurant will replace Shuckers Waterfront Grill with a waterfront restaurant, a 20-boat slip marina with dine-and-dock services, 118 well-appointed guest suites, and a pool adjoining the restaurant and hotel.
Palm Tree Crew, founded by Kygo (Kyrre Gørvell-Dahll) and his manager Myles Shear, is a diversified holding company that owns and operates a consumer brand, a global live events business, and a multi-product investment platform, all under one company.
The End of an Era for a South Florida Staple
Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill, which has been serving guests and South Florida residents for nearly 40 years, is a beloved institution in North Bay Village known for its prime rib sandwich, special grilled wings, and fish dip.Shuckers remains open and operational until Sunday, October 27, continuing to offer its regular hours and popular events like happy hour (Monday through Friday, 5 to 7 p.m.), "Reverse Happy Hour" (daily, 10 p.m. to close), and "Wine on the Water Wednesdays," where guests can enjoy 50 percent off still and sparkling wine by the bottle.
Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill. 1819 79th St. Cswy., North Bay Village; 305-866-1570; shuckersbarandgrill.com. Open daily from noon till midnight (noon till 11 p.m. on Sunday).
