ICYMI, 42nd Street Oyster Bar will close its doors at the end of March after nearly 100 years in Raleigh. Owners Brad Hurley and John Vick told sources they will not renew the lease on West Jones Street, and Sunday, March 30 will be the local icon’s last day.
This is where you come in . We want to know your fondest memories at this Raleigh institution serving fresh shucks since it started as grocery store in 1931. You can reply to this email, comment on our Instagram post , or fill out our handy online form . Let’s shell-ebrate this Raleigh staple . Managing Editor Cat here . I know I’ll miss more than just the iconic neon signage — I’ll hold the memories of many family celebrations, conversations over oysters on the half shell, and the nostalgia the restaurant brought to this corner of Raleigh…