Sugarita Coffee Shop & Bakery
Sugarita Cake Couture, currently operating as a caterer specializing in Dominican cakes and artisan baked goods, is expanding to a brick-and-mortar cafe and bakery called Sugarita Coffee Shop & Bakery. The new location will be at 6010 County Rd 579 S in Seffner, FL (address of Masters Inn Seffner). The concept is described as a […]
Palazzo Pizza Italiana
Palazzo Pizza Italiana is opening at 214 E Cass St in downtown Tampa, headed by Jason Fox and the team at Josephine’s Italian Market. The space features a moody interior with a room-length bar and large semi-circular booths. Menu details are still under wraps but a previous location served pizzas and fried mozzarella. Opening expected […]
Jeff’s Bagel Run
Jeff’s Bagel Run is opening its second Pinellas County location in Clearwater at Feather Sound Square business center. Local franchisee Tony Trunzo plans to renovate a 1,320-square-foot former OB/GYN office into a bagel shop with limited indoor seating. The brand serves scratch-made bagels and is part of an ambitious expansion plan that could bring nearly […]
Delish Bistro
New restaurant preparing to open at the southwest corner of Howell and Lark Avenues in Brooksville, FL. Owner Zakariae Ettouati confirmed a July 2026 opening but said it is too early to share details about the menu. Plan review documents were submitted by Delish Bistro LLC.
Greenlane
Greenlane, a Tampa Bay-born drive-thru-only salad and wrap chain, is expanding to a sixth location in Pinellas Park, FL. Plans have been filed with the Southwest Florida Water Management District to redevelop the former Checkers property at 6401 Park Blvd, demolishing the existing building and constructing a new 964-square-foot drive-through restaurant. No specific opening date […]
Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill
Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill is making its Florida debut in Palm Harbor at 33505 US Hwy 19 N. Franchisee Morgan Smith, who heads one of the brand’s most successful franchise groups with 13 locations, is opening this first Florida location in his hometown area. The fast-casual Mexican restaurant features burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, tacos, and […]
Southern Luv BBQ
Fast-casual BBQ concept expanding from Tampa to downtown St. Pete’s EDGE District. 1,256 sq ft space in former Anytime Fitness at 900 Central Ave. Approximately 20 indoor seats plus outdoor seating. Menu features St. Louis-style ribs, brisket, pulled pork, smoked chicken, and house-made sauces. Will include a small country store. Local franchisee has committed to […]
Mister O1
Michelin-recommended pizzeria Mister O1 is opening 4 new Florida locations. Primary location at University Town Center in Sarasota/University Park opens June 23, 2026. Additional coming soon locations: 549 N Alafaya Trail Suite #80 Orlando, 110 Alhambra Cir Coral Gables, and 4437 Lyons Rd Suite #108 Coconut Creek. No opening dates provided for the latter three.
Nebraska Roadside
Food park concept described as a ‘family friendly entertainment destination’ featuring outdoor environment with food, beverage, entertainment, games, and social gathering. 1960s nostalgia vibe. Design and branding by Tampa-based Pep Rally Inc. Located at former Nebraska Mini-Mart site in Seminole Heights. Connected to Kevin Zepf, who is also tied to speakeasy-style N/A lounge Bandbox.
Unknown (new restaurant at Olde Naples Building)
A well-known restauranteur has signed a lease at the historic Olde Naples Building on Third Street South, which has been vacant for nearly 20 years since Fantozzi’s closed in 2006. The building is owned by the Camalier family. No restaurant name or opening date mentioned in the available content.