Zydeco, Small Sliders, Florida Cane Distillery: Restaurant, Bar News

TAMPA, FL — Here’s the latest restaurant and bar news in the Tampa area:

Zydeco Brew Werks Closes

The New Orleans-inspired Ybor City craft brewery and restaurant Zydeco Brew Werks closed its doors for good on Sunday.

“We want to take this chance to thank our amazing staff, loyal customers and supporters,” a post on the brewery’s Facebook page reads. “We have enjoyed our almost six years here in Ybor City with its amazing history and culture but we are looking forward to the next chapter.”

Zydeco will continue to operate its space at the Museum of Science and Industry.

Florida Cane Distillery Closes Tasting Room

The owners of the Florida Cane Distillery said in a Facebook post that they made the decision to close the Ybor City tasting room with a “heavy heart.” The tasting room closed the weekend of Jan. 14.

“The constant decline in Florida tourism, coupled with the closing of so many other Ybor music venues/bars/restaurants and the recent shootings have pushed us to this decision,” the Facebook post reads. “From the bottom of our hearts we thank you all for supporting us these past 12 years. Although we are saddened by having to close to the public, it’s been such a great joy to host all of you in our tasting room, on our behind-the-scenes tours, and hands-on whiskey classes - this was only possible because of your loyal support. Thank you!!!!”

Small Sliders Expanding into Tampa Bay Area

Small Sliders, a burger chain backed by quarterback Drew Brees, is expanding into the Tampa Bay area.

The first Tampa restaurant, operated by franchise owner Purple Square Management, will open by the end of the year in an undisclosed location, WFLA reported.

Eight additional restaurants will also be developed in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Lakeland, Spring Hill, Sarasota, Cape Coral and Naples.

Lobby Bar Opens at Hyde Park Village Hotel

The Lobby Bar has opened at the boutique hotel Palihouse Hyde Park Village, developed and owned by Palisociety, which also has locations in Los Angeles, Laguna Beach, New Orleans and Austin, among other places, according to That’s So Tampa.

The 36-room hotel is located at 1509 W. Swann Ave. and the swanky bar is open to both guests and non-guests.

It also serves Palisociety menu favorites like lobster tacos, a classic burger and the Paliclub.