Bamboo Charlies
New restaurant concept preparing to open at shared address with HGD Floramar Citgo station. Plan review paperwork has been submitted by Floramar 1 LLC. Co-owner says it’s still too soon to comment on details.
Fully Loaded Bar & Grill
Former food truck expanding into brick-and-mortar restaurant serving stacked burgers and loaded fries. Opening date not yet determined but confirmed as upcoming.
Bay Grill
Bay Grill is a new restaurant opening in East Bay Plaza retail center. Planning review documents have been submitted by Yany Grill LLC. Expected to serve grilled meats and seafood based on the name.
Mattison’s at Valencia Lakes
Fifth location for Mattison’s restaurant family, helmed by Executive Chef Paul Mattison. Plan review paperwork has been submitted for the new location in the Valencia Lakes 55+ community.
Palms of India
Authentic North Indian restaurant with 42 seats, beer and wine bar featuring Indian beers and Punjab wines, offering both fast-casual and full-service dining with delivery options
Jaycee Park Concession Bistro
Kearns Restaurant Group proposes to operate a concession bistro and food truck court at Jaycee Park. The park is nearing completion of major renovations with reopening expected in late April. Kearns would complete interior buildout and manage operations under a proposed 20-year agreement.
El Olivo
Mexican restaurant relocating to new location after closing in January. Family-owned restaurant that has been serving authentic Mexican dishes for decades, will keep most original menu items and add 3-4 new dishes.
Yumsem Eats
Korean street food restaurant relocating from Fletcher Avenue to new location near USF. Serves halal-certified Korean dishes including kimbap, ramen, tteokbokki, and bibimbap. Plan review documents have been submitted for the reopening.
Crooked Bean Cafe
New coffee shop preparing for opening in Babson Park. Plan review documents have been submitted by Crooked Bean Cafe Inc. Details not yet available as business owner has not responded to inquiries.
Clark’s Coffee House
New coffee shop in the works on St. Petersburg’s Central Avenue. Plan review documents have been submitted. Owner Ashley Clark was not available for comment regarding projected opening timeline.