Jonathan Cox is Seaboy’s chef/owner

March 25. Seaboy Restaurant and Bar opens tomorrow on North Main in Cornelius, focusing on “good food, community and sustainability.”

The cozy—and hip at the same time—eatery is in the former DanielSan space at 20822 North Main. There are 10 tables in the dining room, with more seating on the patio.

Owner Jonathan Cox, the chef who has led kitchens for restarauteur Jon Dressler of Rare Roots Hospitality, says Seaboy is built on a love for good food, community, and sustainability.

Menu items include Roasted Oysters Seaboy, $28; Salt Roasted Beets, $15; Cod 7 Chorizo Hushpuppies, $16; NC Black Grouper, $42; Seafood Paella, $65; and Lamb Ragu, $35. Click here for the full menu.

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“At Seaboy, we partner closely with local farmers and fishers from North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, bringing you the freshest seasonal ingredients. Every dish is crafted with care and attention, reflecting our commitment to quality and respect for the ingredients.”

Cox has worked in the kitchen of almost every Rare Roots concept and played an “integral part in particular at Dogwood, Fin & Fino Uptown, Fin & Fino Birkdale and Chapter 6,” according to founder Jon Dressler.

Address: 20822 N. Main St., Cornelius

More info: Visit seaboyrestaurant.com and follow @seaboyrestaurant on Instagram.