Wing Snob
Michigan-founded chicken-wing franchise Wing Snob is planning a new location at 30203 Wesley Chapel Blvd, on the northwest corner of the intersection with Ellerbee Road near Bawarchi Indian Cuisine. Plan review paperwork has been submitted by Snob of Wesley Chapel Inc. The brand already has a Florida location in Riverview. Menu features wings, tenders, fries, […]
Arwa Yemeni Coffee
Arwa Yemeni Coffee, a Yemeni coffee franchise founded in Richardson, TX in 2021, is planning its Tampa Bay debut in Temple Terrace. The new location at 8633 N 56th St, Suite 4 was identified through submitted plan review documents. The cafe serves traditional Yemeni beverages alongside espresso-based drinks. Franchisee Erum Khan was contacted but not […]
New Concept (formerly Gen X Tavern)
Gen X Tavern in downtown Tampa will close July 4, 2026, and ownership plans to reopen the same location under a new, more elevated restaurant-and-bar concept. No name or additional details have been released yet. Location is near Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, Amalie Arena, and the Tampa Riverwalk.
Eddie V’s Prime Seafood
First Southwest Florida location of Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, a Darden Restaurants upscale brand. 9,896 sq ft freestanding dinner restaurant and lounge at Waterside Shops. Features premium seafood, hand-cut steaks, live jazz in V Lounge, and over 300 wine labels. Darden demolished former Bank of America Private Bank building to construct the space. Dinner service […]
Foxtail Coffee
Franchisee Adrian Lojo is opening a new Foxtail Coffee Co. location at The Quay waterfront development in Sarasota. This will be his third Foxtail location. Awaiting certificate of occupancy with a predicted mid-June 2026 opening. Will serve espresso drinks, cold brew, and other coffee beverages.
Chocolate Emporium
Chocolate Emporium, a handcrafted chocolate and confections shop originally located in Anna Maria, FL, is expanding to a second location at St. Armands Circle in Sarasota. The new location will offer premium chocolates, confections, and ice cream by the scoop. A representative confirmed the opening but stated no official opening date has been announced yet.
Meeting House
Ciccio Restaurant Group is replacing Daily Eats with a new neighborhood restaurant concept called Meeting House, focused on lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Daily Eats closes June 15, 2026, with Meeting House expected to open ‘a few weeks’ after. Many Daily Eats menu items and staff will carry over. The Meeting House name is a […]
Playa Bowls
Acai bowl franchise Playa Bowls is opening a new location in Tampa’s Channel District at 1244 E Madison Street. Plan review paperwork was discovered indicating the upcoming opening. The franchise has 300+ locations across 24 states and territories, founded by Robert Giuliani and Abby Taylor.
Sweet Paris Crêperie & Cafe
Sweet Paris Crêperie & Cafe franchise location opening this fall at the Shops at Wiregrass shopping center, near Center Court between White House/Black Market and Pottery Barn. Will serve sweet and savory crepes. Plan review documents have been submitted for the location.
Fresh Monkee
Fresh Monkee, a Florida-based healthy protein shake chain founded by Judy Flynn, is preparing to open a new location in Lakeland at Highland City Town Center. The chain currently has 13 locations either open or in progress across Florida and is on a mission to expand nationally.