Zaxby’s
Zaxby’s chicken restaurant under construction in Davenport, adjacent to existing Publix. Has broken ground but no opening date announced yet.
The Hungry Greek
Fast-casual Greek chain expanding to Dunedin location, will be restaurant number 18 for The Hungry Greek network. Features authentic Greek family recipes prepared from scratch.
Bella’s Coffee
New coffee shop preparing to open in Weeki Wachi Village Shopping Center. Details on menu and timeline not yet revealed.
Cotee River Creamery & Desserts
Ice cream shop expanding to third location with expanded menu including coffee, lattes, and possibly light lunch. Features modern design with indoor seating for 8 and large outdoor patio.
Banyan Breeze
Kava bar preparing to open, serving kava, coffee, espresso, teas, and fresh local juices. Owner says opening should be sometime in the coming weeks with only finishing touches and inspections remaining.
Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine
Turkish restaurant chain planning expansion to Sarasota after successful St. Pete and Wesley Chapel locations. Currently scouting locations in Sarasota area.
American Honey Creamery and Coffee Co.
Family owned ice cream and coffee shop relocating to new location one street over from current Palmetto location. Serves locally sourced ice cream, coffee drinks, and breakfast items.
Fresh, Elevated Hospitality Concept
New restaurant concept replacing Soho Saloon, operated by Michael Disser of Disser Hospitality Investment. Details are still mysterious but represents a rebrand focused on delivering better atmosphere and stronger concept.
Charley’s Steak House
Charley’s Steak House is relocating from its current Tampa location to a new spot at the intersection of North Westshore Boulevard and Spruce Street, across from International Plaza. The steakhouse is about to break ground on construction.
Just Salad
Fast-casual healthy restaurant chain opening first location in Manatee/Sarasota area. Renovating 2,000 sq ft space at The Market at University Town Center. Chain has 100+ locations across 7 states, specializes in salads, bowls, wraps and smoothies with reusable bowl program.