Chef John Ondo Returns to Peninsula Grill | Charleston News

Charleston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 14, 2026 · 1m

Chef John Ondo, Charleston’s culinary icon with three decades of experience, is back at the Peninsula Grill as executive chef — a homecoming that blends reverence for the restaurant’s legacy with his bold, herb-forward vision. Returning to the helm after stints at the Ocean Course and his own restaurant, Lana, Ondo promises to honor classics like the legendary twelve-layer coconut cake while introducing seasonal menus that spotlight fresh, local ingredients and balanced, light flavors. His hands-on approach — personally delivering plates and gathering diner feedback — ensures a deeply…