St. Pete, FL|News|
Small Neighborhood Grocery Store Opens In Grand Central District
A Tampa-based small grocery chain that specializes in local, high-end and imported products expanded into St. Petersburg.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
FL Business News
News on business openings, closings and more from around Florida.
Across Florida|News|
How Much Income FL Spends On Groceries May Surprise You
The study from LendingTree examines how much Americans pay for groceries as a percentage of their income. See how Florida shoppers fare.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
This Restaurant Makes The Best Burger In FL
One Google reviewer called this Florida restaurant a “great triple D hole in the wall.”
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
3 FL Resorts Among Top Beach Getaways Worldwide
Three Florida beach resorts are in exclusive territory, landing on a Forbes list of the top 18 Undiscovered Beach Getaways worldwide.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Popular Pizza Food Truck Finds Permanent Home At St. Pete Bar
A mobile pizzeria that made a name for itself at Indie Flea and Mezzo Market is setting up permanently at a St. Pete craft wine, beer bar.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Largest FL Real Estate Markets See Big Drops
Median home-sale prices, new listings and pending sales have dropped in large communities across Florida, a new real estate report said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
6 FL Food Trucks Named To Yelp's Top 100 List
In honor of National Food Truck Day, Yelp compiled a list of the top 100 food trucks in the U.S. See which FL spots made the list.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Capybara Café | Taylor Swift Hospital Visit | Pro Soccer Stadium | James Beard Winner: FL Business
Most Fascinating Restaurant In FL | Taylor Swift Hospital Visit | Restaurant Openings, Closings | Parking Garage Opens In Busy District
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
This FL Eatery Named The State's Most Charming Restaurant
Food writers at Lovefood curated a list of the most charming restaurants in each state. See which Florida eatery made the cut.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Tampa Bay Rays Consider $1.7B Sale To North FL Home Developer
After abandoning a $1.3B stadium redevelopment deal, the Tampa Bay Rays are in talks for a $1.7B sale to a Jacksonville home developer.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Mattison’s, Ed’s Tavern, Kona Grill, Bonjour French Café: Restaurant News
Sarasota and Bradenton bar and restaurant news: Sweet Hut Bakery & Café, Bonjour French Café, Mattison’s, Ed’s Tavern, Kona Grill.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Capybara Café To Open Second FL Location In Tampa Bay Area
Capybara Café is opening a second location in FL this summer, giving visitors a chance to cuddle with capybaras, lemurs and other critters.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
New 540-Space Parking Garage Opens In St. Pete’s Edge District
A new 540-space parking garage opened at The Central, a mixed-use development being built in St. Petersburg’s Edge District.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
Major Home Goods Retailer Closing This South Florida Store
The company joins Big Lots, Joann Fabrics, Rite Aid and more in announcing closings just this year.
Megan VerHelst and Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
1 FL Chef Named Among 2025 James Beard Winners
The chef of a South Florida Peruvian Japanese restaurant was among the 2025 James Beard winners.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Hooters Reopens After Hurricanes | Walmart Drone Delivery | Airline Shutdown: FL Business
Southern Fast-Food Brand Plans New Store | Chicken Chain Tests 2 New Sandwiches | Dog Bar Plans Expansion | Wine Bar Doubles As Coffee Shop
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
National Southern Fast-Food Chain To Open First Tampa Bay Area Restaurant
A Southern fast-food chain known for hand-breaded chicken is expanding in FL with its first Tampa Bay-area store in decades, a report said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Across Florida|News|
Father’s Day 2025 Restaurant Deals, Freebies In FL
Leave the kitchen chores to someone else this Father's Day, June 15. These FL restaurants are offering great deals for dads and families.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
This Restaurant Is The Most Fascinating In FL, Food Site Says
The South FL villa once home to a famed fashion designer is now one of the most fascinating restaurants in the U.S., a food site says.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Popular Fast Food Chain Testing 2 New Sandwiches: See Where
Chick-fil-A is testing two new sandwiches through July 19 at select restaurants, including a Florida location.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
'Please Do Not Go To The Airport': FL Airline Abruptly Shuts Down, Cancels Flights
A regional airline abruptly shut down operations and canceled flights across FL, the Caribbean and the Bahamas after a bankruptcy sale.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Dog Bar Expands In Tampa Bay Area With New Sarasota Location
St.Petersburg’s Dog Bar is expanding with a new location opening in Sarasota this summer, owners said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
FL Pizzeria Named Among 19 Best In World By Time Out
A Miami pizzeria with two locations was crowned as one of the 19 best pizzerias in the world by Time Out.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
This Is The Best Golf Course In FL, Golf Digest Says
There are plenty of other courses in FL that prioritize the aesthetics of their fairways and greens and test the golfers who play on them.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
These Are The Most Expensive Restaurants In FL
Eating at these Florida restaurants could cost you as Love Food deemed them the priciest in the Sunshine State.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
‘Smallest Bar In St. Petersburg’ Transforms Into Coffee Shop During The Day
An intimate downtown St. Pete beer and wine bar not far from city hall is now serving coffee during daytime hours.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
National Sandwich Chain Opens First Sarasota-Area Location
A national sandwich brand that announced its expansion in FL in recent years opened its first Sarasota-area shop last month.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Movie Mansion For Sale | $27M Social Club | New Dining: FL Business
Rock Climbing Gym’s Anniversary | Animal Rescue Fundraiser | Taco Brand Expands | Book Bus Forms Nonprofit | Chamber Finds New Home
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Tampa Bay Climbing Gym Celebrates 30 Years Of Indoor Rock Climbing
Vertical Ventures celebrates 30 years of rock climbing in FL and 10 years at its St. Petersburg location.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
$27M Members-Only Social Club Planned In Pasco County
This private social club planned for the Two Rivers community in Zephyrhills will include a pickleball complex, restaurant, fitness area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
National Hamburger Day In FL: Where To Score Freebies And Discounts
Restaurants across Florida are offering burger lovers freebies and discounts on Wednesday, May 28, for National Hamburger Day.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Taco Brand Expands With New Location
Taco Dirty, which opened its original location about seven years ago in Tampa, is expanding with a new Hillsborough County restaurant.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Tampa Bay-Area Book Bus Forms Nonprofit, Seeks Donations
Lakeland’s Little Bus Books has become a nonprofit organization and changed its name to No Covers Free Mobile Bookshop.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
West Tampa Chamber Moving Into New Permanent Home
The West Tampa Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the grand opening of its news office this summer after working remotely for 12 years.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
This Restaurant Makes The Best Burger In FL, Popular Food Website Says
Foodie-focused website Chowhound says this Florida restaurant has the best burger in the state. Have you tried it?
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
These FL Grocery Stores Will Be Open On Memorial Day 2025
See a list of stores that will operate on regular schedules and which ones will adjust their holiday hours in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
‘No Tax On Tips’ Pledge Advances: What FL Workers Should Know
President’s Trump’s “no tax on tips” pledge for restaurant and hospitality workers in FL and across U.S. is one step closer to becoming law.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Daily Nonstop Flight Between Sarasota, Miami Launching This Year
American Airlines is launching daily nonstop flights between Sarasota Bradenton International Airport and Miami this fall.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Chili’s, Applebee’s, Kelly’s, Chick-fil-A, Zōtō: Restaurant News
The latest restaurant news: Chili’s, Applebee’s, Chick-fil-A, Zōtō, Artisan Cheese Company, Kelly’s Roast Beef, Savor Sarasota.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Troubled Discount Retailer To Open 7 New FL Stores
The national retailer shuttered hundreds of stores after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy but will breathe new life into seven FL locations.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
