Tampa, FL|News|
These FL Restaurants And Chefs Win James Beard Nominations
Chefs at two FL restaurants advanced in the 2026 James Beard Foundation culinary awards program.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
FL Restaurants
Tampa, FL|News|
These FL Stores Among More Than 1,400 In US Expected To Close In 2026
Retail, grocery and restaurant chains are closing hundreds of locations in 2026 to shed underperforming stores. What does it mean in FL?
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Restaurant Closing After 75 Years | Franchise Eatery Closes 12 Sites: FL Business
Propose Cruise Port Blocked | Costco Salmonella Recall | Sports Restaurant Opens New Location | More Layoffs | 2 New Overseas Flights
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Iconic St. Pete Restaurant Closing After 75 Years
The sale of one of St. Pete’s longest-running restaurants is pending, and the eatery is expected to close after 75 years in business.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Popular Fried Chicken Eatery Closes A Dozen FL Restaurants: Reports
A Popeyes franchisee, which was in $129 million in debt with its main lender and is shuttering Southeast eateries, closed 12 in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Trailer Park-Themed Bar | Cannabis Company Layoffs | HSN Campus Revamp: FL Business
Restaurant Closings | New Discount Grocery Store | Medical Lab's $1M Fine | New Cinnamon Roll Chain | $65M Dali Museum Expansion Planned
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
National Restaurant Chain With 16 FL Locations Downsizing
A burger chain with 16 Florida sites are considering closing eateries and has introduced a new menu to try to solve its financial woes.
Amanda Lumpkin and Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Iguana Pizza | Fast Food Chain Closings | Indie Bookstore Opening: FL Business
Sports Academy Accepted Students With Ties To Mexican Cartel | Peanut Butter Recall | Woman Creates Art From Tropicana Field Roofing Debris
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Major Pizza Chain Closing 300 Locations: What To Know In FL
The chain said it also plans to lay off 7 percent of its corporate workforce as it aims to turn around declining sales. See FL impacts.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
This Is The Best Sandwich Joint In FL, New List Says
Only In Your State honors a Florida restaurant that makes a sandwich with meat piled high.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
National Fast Food Chain With Hundreds Of FL Locations Dramatically Downsizing
A fast food giant with FL sites that closed a slew of restaurants in 2024 is about to close hundreds more, the eatery recently announced.
Amanda Lumpkin and Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Zuckerberg Moving To FL | Cruise Port Threats | Grocery Store Opens: FL Business
Caribbean-Themed Restaurant Chain Closing | Clothing Retailer To Close 6 Shops | 6 FL Eateries Among Top 100 In U.S. | New Nonstop Flights
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
This Hole-In-The-Wall Joint Has The Best Sandwich In FL, Ranking Says
The best sandwich shop in Florida serves Philly cheesesteaks, along with other local favorites.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
2 FL Eateries Among 2026 Restaurants Of The Year, National Publication Says
Food writers in the USA Today network found 40 restaurants, including 2 in FL, worthy of mention in its 2026 Restaurants of the Year list.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
National Restaurant Chain With Many FL Eateries Closing Hundreds Of Locations
A well-known restaurant chain, with 198 Florida locations, will soon shutter hundreds of sites nationally.
Amanda Lumpkin and Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Orlando, FL|News|
FL-Based Caribbean-Themed Restaurant Chain To Close Or Rebrand All Locations
An Orlando-based restaurant chain inspired by Caribbean flavors will close or rebrand all 28 of its locations across the U.S.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
USF-Themed Beer | New KFC Concept Opens | Fire Destroys Ceramics Studio: FL Business
Publix No Longer No. 1 Grocery Chain | Chicken Wing Chain New To Tampa | Best Doughnut Shop | 100-Year-Old Eatery Sold | Best Hospitals
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
FL’s Best Doughnut Found Here: New Ranking
For the best doughnut in FL, you’ll want to head to this shop in Tampa and Orlando. That’s according to the digital food site TastingTable.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
KFC Introducing New Concept To Tampa Bay Area With 6 Stores
A new KFC concept focusing on chicken tenders and sauce options is expanding into the Tampa Bay area with six locations.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Across Florida|News|
6 FL Restaurants Rank Best In Nation On Yelp's Annual List: Here's Where
The list features everything from a Michelin-starred steakhouse to classic Italian deli fare from Florida.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Iconic Burger Joint Returns | New Taco Chain In State | Top Chefs Honored: FL Business
New Cruise Ship Port | Coffee Cafes In Sprouts | Moffitt Opens Outpatient Facility | Restaurant Openings, Closings | Hospital Turns 50
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Across Florida|News|
Closures Continue For Sitdown Seafood Chain; These Locations Remain In FL
The chain had around 140 restaurants in 2014, FSR previously reported.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Waterfront Mediterranean Restaurant Opening At Renovated St. Pete Hotel
A recently renovated hotel in south St. Pete welcomes a Mediterranean restaurant, its third culinary concept since relaunching in 2024.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Chef Among 2026 James Beard Semifinalists
The chef of a Michelin-starred Italian restaurant in Tampa was named a 2026 James Beard semifinalist in the Best Chef: South category.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
10 FL Restaurants, Chefs Named 2026 James Beard Semifinalists
Sometimes known as the “Oscars of food,” the James Beard awards recognize eateries and chefs who create exceptional food.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Coffee Company To Open In-Store Cafes At Sprouts Grocery Stores
A Tampa-based specialty coffee company will open 10 new cafes in the Tampa Bay area in a partnership with Sprouts Farmers Market.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Taco Chain Building First FL Restaurant In Tampa Bay Area
An Atlanta-based chain known for its street tacos is expanding into Florida with a restaurant being built in the Tampa Bay area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Orlando, FL|News|
This Sitdown Restaurant Chain Shrinking With Just 1 FL Location
The chain has been quietly closing restaurants across the country, according to reports.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
These Restaurants Closed In 2025 In FL
Florida said goodbye to some popular restaurants in 2025, including two beloved burger chains.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
The Best Places To Eat In FL For 2025: The Ultimate List
A number of Florida restaurants were included in 2025 “best of” lists and won awards for great seafood, and other types of cuisine.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Pizza Chain Coming To FL | Top Bakeries | Downtown Hotel Breaks Ground: FL Business
Luxury RV, Boat, Vehicle Storage Facility Opening | Realtor Collects Items For Animal Shelters | Restaurant Deals, Hours On Christmas
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
These FL Restaurants Will Be Open, Offering Deals For Christmas 2025
It's a good idea to make holiday reservations now. Several Florida restaurants will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Across Florida|News|
FL Restaurant Makes One Of Country's Best Dishes, New Report Says
A Florida restaurant serves up a dish that The New York Times said is one of the best meals of 2026. Here's where to find it.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
This FL Restaurant Among Best In U.S. For Fine Dining, According To Tourists
TripAdvisor has recently released its list of the 25 best restaurants for fine dining in the country. See which FL eatery made the cut.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
National Sandwich Chain’s New Tampa Bay-Area Location Is Its 1,400th Restaurant
A FL-based national sandwich chain recently celebrated the grand opening of its 1,400th restaurant.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
FL's Best Foodie City Ranks 1st Nationally, New Survey Says
Experts analyzed 182 cities, but ultimately, a Florida town slid into first to be named the best foodie city in the U.S.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Gator Surprises Worker At Downtown New Port Richey Ice Cream Shop
A 4-foot-long gator, likely from a nearby lake, surprised an employee at a downtown New Port Richey ice cream shop, the owner said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Beloved St. Pete British Restaurant Reopening In Gulfport After Closing In 2021
A beloved Beach Drive British restaurant has found a new home in Gulfport about five years after closing its doors, owners said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
'Top-Tier BBQ' Joint In FL Among The Best In U.S., Survey Says
The readers and editorial staff of Only In Your State chose the 50 best barbecue spots across the U.S., including in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Across Florida|News|
Restaurant, Shopping Deals Plus Store Hours: Labor Day 2025 In FL
Here's where to dine, order takeout, shop and save this holiday weekend at Florida retailers and restaurants.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
