St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Artists Turn Slow Summer Season Into Quirky Mini Mart Market
During the slow summer season, a group of St. Pete artists has organized Mini Mart, a food-themed art market.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
FL Business News
News on business openings, closings and more from around Florida.
Tampa, FL|News|
Spanish Restaurant Opens In Tampa's North Hyde Park Restaurant
A new Spanish restaurant joined Tampa's Rome Collective, bringing paella, tapas and live-fire cooking to North Hyde Park.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Michelin-Recognized Tampa Restaurant Group Opening Downtown Clearwater Deep-Fried Hot Dog Concept
A Michelin-recognized Tampa hospitality group will open a new casual concept built around deep-fried hot dogs in downtown Clearwater.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
After Filing For Bankruptcy, St. Pete Restaurant ‘Operating As Usual’
A St. Petersburg restaurant said it remains open after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Downtown St. Pete Coffee Shop Opening New Location At The Factory
A St. Petersburg coffee shop that opened last summer at a downtown hotel will open a second location at The Factory soon.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
European-Style Cafe Opens in Downtown Clearwater
The European-style cafe is now serving breakfast, coffee and made-from-scratch food in downtown Clearwater.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
FL Activist Wants To Help Renters Report Unsafe Homes
A South FL activist launched a codes compliance service, which he hopes to use to help low-income renters report unsafe living conditions.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Viral Swedish Candy Shop Opens St. Pete Location
A Tampa candy shop selling viral Swedish Bubs candies has opened a second location in St. Petersburg.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
The Chattaway, Good Intentions, Red Mesa Cantina, Harold Seltzer’s: Restaurant Openings, Closings
The latest St. Petersburg restaurant, bar news: The Chattaway, Good Intentions, Red Mesa Cantina, Harold Seltzer’s, Michelin awards
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Former Harold Seltzer's Becomes Traditions On Tyrone Event Space
The longtime St. Pete property now hosts weddings, parties and community events, with a nod to its Harold Seltzer's past.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Bookstore Opens Pop-Up Shop In St. Pete Hotel Lobby
A bookstore opening soon in Roser Park has set up a pop-up shop in a downtown St. Petersburg hotel lobby.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
The Chattaway To Remain Open In St. Pete Under New Ownership: Report
Months after announcing its closure, The Chattaway will remain open in St. Pete under a new ownership team, a report said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Sunshine City Paint Lounge, Art Studio Opening Soon In St. Pete's Edge District
A new Edge District business, Sunshine City Paint, will offer family-friendly art time by day and paint-and-sip classes in the evening.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Across Florida|News|
Little Greek Fresh Grill Plans Major South FL Expansion
Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant chain Little Greek Fresh Grill is planning a significant expansion in South Florida
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
10 FL Pizzerias Among Best In The Country, New Ranking Says
The 50 Top U.S. Pizza guide recognized 10 FL pizzerias this year, with four of them qualifying for the 100 Best Pizzerias in the World list.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
FL Entrepreneur’s UFO Sightings Lead To His Opening A Beachside Alien Artifacts Museum
An entrepreneur began seeing strange lights off the deck of his St. Pete Beach home three years ago. Now, he owns the Museum of the Unknown.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Apparel Brand That Celebrates Tampa Culture To Open First Retail Store
An apparel brand known for the slogan “Tampa Bay Made” is opening its first-ever retail store at Sparkman Wharf.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
2 FL Restaurants Earn Michelin Stars At 2026 Awards Ceremony
The Michelin Guide FL also awarded 10 new restaurants Bib Gourmand distinction this year and recommended 38 eateries across the state.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Petersburg Distillery Debuts Public Speakeasy, Moonshiners Tour
The new 45-seat speakeasy adds an after-hours lounge and a history-focused Moonshiners Tour at the St. Petersburg Distillery.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Popular Tampa Brewery Closing Ybor City Taproom
“It’s time to turn that page,” the owner of a popular Tampa brewery said about the closure of its Ybor City taproom after nearly 3 decades.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Mademoiselle Paris, Il Panificio, Amalfi Bakehouse, Willy-Ums: Restaurant News
The latest restaurant news in the Sarasota, Bradenton area: culinary tours, Willy-Ums, Amalfi Bakehouse, Il Panificio, Mademoiselle Paris.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Popular St. Pete Pizzeria Opening Tampa Location
A popular St. Pete restaurant known for its crispy pizza and Philly cheesesteaks is opening a new Tampa location.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
$200K Raised To Lift Pinellas Park Restaurant Manager Out Of Homelessness
A Tampa influencer raised $200K to rent a home for the 85-year-old woman who runs Café Bích Nga and frequently sleeps at the restaurant.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Art Studio, Paint-And-Sip Lounge Coming To The Edge District
A new family-friendly art studio and paint-and-sip lounge is opening on Central Avenue in St. Petersburg's Edge District.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Concierge Company Aims To Help Employers Welcome New Talent To Tampa Bay
A new concierge company is designed to support recruiting and HR teams as they hire and relocate talent to St. Pete and the Tampa Bay area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Once Beloved National Retailer Making A Comeback With 8 New FL Stores
The national retailer closed its last Florida locations in 2023 after filing for bankruptcy. See where the chain is making a comeback.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Mexican Steakhouse Planned For Tampa's River Arts District Residential Tower
A coastal Mexican steakhouse has signed a lease at the Riverwalk-facing AER Tampa residential property.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Couple With HSN Ties Plans Bookstore For Roser Park Neighborhood
A new community bookstore, Pages & Perks, plans to open soon in St. Petersburg's historic Roser Park neighborhood.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Seafood Concept To Replace Haven Restaurant In South Tampa
Bern’s Steak House Group is closing Haven after more than a decade to introduce a new seafood concept with prominent raw bar.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Barbershop Offers Rays-Themed Cuts During 'Back in the Burg' Initiative
Fans heading to Tropicana Field can book Rays-themed cuts and get temporary blue hair coloring at a barbershop in St. Pete's Edge District.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
How Generous Are FL Tippers? See New Study
“Tipflation,” the pandemic-era pressure to tip at higher amounts, may be easing. Here's what to know in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Vietnamese Coffee Shop Sets Opening Date In Grand Central District
A Vietnamese coffee shop serving matcha, phin-drip coffee, croffles and baguette sticks has set its opening date in Grand Central District.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Gondola Girl Offers Scenic Boat Rides Along New Port Richey River
An avid, longtime rower and retired Pasco County teacher offers private gondola rides for two along the Pithlachascotee River.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Mother-Daughter Team Opening New Coffee Shop In Manatee County
A new Manatee County coffee shop and breakfast café will celebrate its opening with samples, discounts and a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Legal Mushroom, Hemp Dispensary Shutting Down St. Pete Store
Chillum’s Tampa shop, located in Ybor City, will remain open and continue to sell legal mushroom and hemp products.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Can 500,000 ‘Bootleg’ T-Shirts Reopen Haslam’s? One St. Pete Artist Is Trying
A St. Petersburg artist hopes to sell 500,000 “bootleg” Haslam’s T-shirts to raise money to buy the bookstore — which isn’t for sale.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
5 FL Restaurants Named Among Top 100 Brunch Spots In US
Multiple seafood eateries, a bakery and a Japanese restaurant in Florida are among the best 100 brunch spots across the nation.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
List Of Companies Planning Layoffs This Week Include These FL Businesses
Multiple industries have announced planned layoffs this week across the U.S., including in Florida. See where.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
KFC Brand Saucy! Opening Restaurant In FL
Saucy! by KFC, a new brand focused on chicken tenders, is expanding its footprint in Florida with the opening of its latest restaurant.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
SNAP Changes In FL: Which Foods You Can No Longer Buy
The new rules to the SNAP program affect about 3 million Florida residents. Here are foods that EBT recipients can no longer buy.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
