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Tropical Smoothie Cafe Headed to Sebastian
The new local- and veteran-owned smoothie shop expects to launch in late 2026
July 17, 2026 · Orlando
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Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii Plans Daytona Beach Location
It’s opening in late 2026
July 17, 2026 · Orlando - Restaurants
Kurosumi Kitchen (Re)Opening in Groveland
“Japanese food, smoked to perfection”
July 17, 2026 · Orlando - Restaurants
Sissy Dogs Opening with Hot Dogs, Sausages, and More
A new local small business is born!
July 17, 2026 · Jacksonville - Restaurants
The Kookaburra Cleared for New Brewery Project: Bushrangers Brewery
“We love St. Augustine and St. Johns County, and we want to bring something to the community that can’t currently be found here”
July 17, 2026 · Jacksonville - Restaurants
RREMC Restaurants Expanding the Keke’s Breakfast Cafe Brand in Northeast Florida
The franchisee is planning several more Keke’s locations in the coming years
July 17, 2026 · Jacksonville - Restaurants
Tuxedos Pizza and Chilly Cups Plans Jacksonville Area Launch
Details about the upcoming food truck are still largely under wraps
July 17, 2026 · Jacksonville - Restaurants
Whit’s Frozen Custard Headed to Siesta Key
It’s the first of several frozen custard shops planned for the area
July 17, 2026 · Tampa - Restaurants
La Michoacana Plans Auburndale Location
“We offer a wide variety of Mexican Paletas and Ice Cream with also some of your favorite Antojitos”
July 17, 2026 · Tampa - Retail
Nearly 50-Year-Old Publix Closes for Reconstruction
The store will be demolished and rebuilt from the ground up!
July 17, 2026 · Orlando - Retail
New Barnes & Noble Opening in Orlando in Late August
The largest retail bookseller in the U.S. will join Vineland Pointe
July 17, 2026 · Orlando - Restaurants
Casa Marin Pizzeria Looks to Be Going Brick-and-Mortar
Casa Marin serves up “Neapolitan pizzas with a Brazilian touch”
July 17, 2026 · Orlando - Restaurants
Sprout & Bean Indoor Playground and Cafe Opening in Winter Garden
“Designed for friends and family who want a welcoming space to gather, play, and enjoy locally roasted coffee…”
July 17, 2026 · Orlando - Retail
RE Spa Plans Next Jacksonville Expansion, With Franchising to Follow
“Experience Ultimate Relaxation & Rejuvenation”
July 17, 2026 · Jacksonville - Restaurants
Lucky Cup Coffee Expanding to Second Location
The locally born brand’s second cafe will open at The Factory in late August
July 17, 2026 · Tampa - Restaurants
Magic Wok Is Relocating (But It’s not Going Far!)
The “Best Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland” is moving within Highlands Shopping Center
July 17, 2026 · Tampa - Retail
Opening at International Plaza: BRITTO
It’s another of seven retailers making their Tampa Bay debut at the shopping center
July 17, 2026 · Tampa - Restaurants
Viet-Nomz Headed to Winter Park for Fourth Location
The contemporary Vietnamese restaurant first launched in 2016
July 16, 2026 · Orlando - Restaurants
Bearded Chef Brunch Is Opening a Brick-and-Mortar Restaurant
Serving Jacksonville’s favorite brunch classics with bold flavor and Southern hospitality
July 16, 2026 · Jacksonville - Restaurants
Heidi’s Coffee & Cream Opening in Fernandina Beach
The new cafe and ice cream spot is expected to open “later this summer”
July 16, 2026 · Jacksonville
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