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
FL Business News
News on business openings, closings and more from around Florida.
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
Miami, FL|News|
$10M Scratch-Off Prize Claimed In Florida
A Hialeah man won $10 million, the top prize, playing the “Gold Rush Legacy” scratch-off game, Florida Lottery officials said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Popular Chain Abruptly Closes 5 FL Locations
After a poor sales report, a national chain has shuttered locations around the country, including five of its Florida restaurants.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
FL Billionaire Named Among Richest People In US, Forbes Says
Elon Musk, whose real-time worth is $386.5 billion, is the richest person in Texas, the U.S. and the world. But who is the wealthiest in FL?
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Best Grocery Store | Burlington Moves | More Trader Joe's: FL Business
Shopping Center Fire | New Chick-Fil-A | Modern Japanese Restaurant | Milkshake Shop | Michelin Star Dining | Foot Locker Sold After FL Move
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Dick’s To Buy Foot Locker, Which Moved HQ To St. Pete, In $2.4B Deal
Foot Locker recently inked a deal for 111,000 square feet at 570 Carillon Parkway, a Class A office building, to move its HQ to St. Pete.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Fast Food Chain Opens New Restaurant In Bradenton Area
Chick-fil-A opened its newest restaurant in Manatee County on Thursday, creating about 130 jobs in the area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
National Off-Price Retailer Opening Relocated Store In University Mall
Burlington, a discount retailer selling everything from fashion to home goods, is opening its relocated University Mall-area store soon.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
St. Pete Beach Shopping Center Fire: 5 Things To Know
The Dolphin Village Shopping Center in St. Pete Beach is closed Wednesday after a fire that destroyed CVS, Publix and other businesses.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
St. Pete Beach Fire Spreads From CVS To Publix, Other Businesses
Hours after a fire at the CVS in St. Pete Beach's Dolphin Village was controlled, it reignited and spread to Publix and other businesses.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Specialty Grocer Hopes To Open Second Tampa Location: Report
National specialty grocery chain Trader Joe's is looking for a second location in the Tampa area, a report said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Modern Japanese Restaurant Concept Coming To University Town Center
James-Beard nominated restaurateurs who have a Michelin star are opening an upscale, modern Japanese restaurant in the UTC area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
2 New Restaurants To Call Water Street Tampa Hotel Home
Two new dining options, Riverwalk Terrace and Perk, have opened at two Water Street Tampa hotels.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Milkshake, Chocolate Shop Sets Opening Date In Tampa Area
A PA-based milkshake and chocolate shop is expanding in FL with a new location opening soon in Riverview.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
6 FL Water Parks Are Among Best In America For 2025
Six Florida water parks are among the nation's greatest, according to a U.S. News & World Report list.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
