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What’s new in St. Pete: openings, restaurants, real estate, and the names on the ground — from Tampa Bay Certified.
Updated July 12, 2026
events
Bar Terroir and Philip Cleary take over Cheeky's in St. Pete for Bastille Day
Max McKee and Chef Philip Cleary serve moules frites, foie gras burgers, and escargot at Cheeky's in St. Pete on Bastille Day.
Jul 12, 2026
food
Zee's Barbeque soft-opens in St. Pete with Texas and Carolina wood-smoked meats
The new BBQ operation launched July 2 with a 50-percent soft-open discount and is donating all tips to Friends of Strays Animal Shelter through July 7.
Jul 2, 2026
food
Naked Farmer takes over former EVOS space on 4th Street North in St. Pete
The farm-to-table chain's second St. Pete location will be its 4th Tampa Bay outpost and 8th statewide, planned for summer 2026.
Jun 23, 2026
food
Chef Andrew Duncan closes Baba, launches Kaixo and Barra Barra in St. Pete
The seven-year Mediterranean standout is being replaced by two Iberian concepts from the same ownership team under the same roof.
Jun 19, 2026
food
Mark Ferguson and John Delladonna acquire The Chattaway in St. Pete
The founders of Ferg's and Shrimpy's have purchased the 75-year-old St. Pete restaurant after an uncertain period for its future.
Jun 16, 2026
food
Good Intentions closes in St. Pete after four years as a vegan and community anchor
The plant-based restaurant and LGBTQ+ gathering space cited ongoing economic challenges in its closing announcement.
Jun 15, 2026
openings
PGA TOUR Superstore debuts at Crosswinds Shopping Center, Pinellas County's first
The 29,600-square-foot golf retailer opens June 13 at 2020 66th Street, St. Pete, as the chain's twelfth Florida location.
Jun 12, 2026
food
Idyll Vice opens a dirty soda bar on Central Avenue in St. Pete
Idyll Vice brings customizable soft drinks, coffee, baked goods, and a rotating wine program to Central Avenue in St. Pete this June.
Jun 8, 2026
real estate
St. Pete directs $42M in federal storm recovery funds to affordable rental housing
The city approved an Affordable Rental Housing Program using hurricane recovery dollars to fund new construction and rehabilitation for income-qualified renters.
May 30, 2026
events
Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series debuts in Florida at St. Pete's Vinoy waterfront
Twenty-four elite divers will launch from 90-foot platforms over Tampa Bay in the series' first-ever Florida stop, June 5–6.
May 22, 2026
events
Tampa Bay Barbecue Festival returns to Vinoy Park with Blackberry Smoke on the bill
The competition returns to St. Pete's bayfront on May 23–24, with pitmasters from across the South and a full country music lineup.
May 21, 2026
events
St. Pete Italian Fest returns to Vinoy Park for its third year this Saturday
The waterfront festival spans eight hours of food vendors, wine tastings, live music, and an Italian car show on May 16.
May 13, 2026
events
Last Chance to Experience Mezzo Market Before Its Seasonal Hiatus
Don’t miss out on St. Pete’s vibrant local market this Saturday!
May 6, 2026
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