Updated September 2026 – New restaurants, shops, services, residences, and major development projects continue to expand Downtown Wellen and the surrounding Wellen Park area. Wellen Park continues to grow as one of southern Sarasota County’s largest master-planned communities, and much of the newest activity is centered around Downtown Wellen. New restaurants, shops, wellness businesses, professional … » Learn More about New Restaurants, Stores & Development in Wellen Park Florida
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New Restaurants, Stores & Development in Palmetto Florida
Updated September 2026 – New restaurants, stores, healthcare facilities, services, and major development projects are transforming Palmetto and northern Manatee County. Palmetto, Florida is experiencing significant residential and commercial growth, with development occurring from the city’s downtown and riverfront district to the rapidly expanding Moccasin Wallow Road corridor near I-75. New restaurants, retail centers, healthcare … » Learn More about New Restaurants, Stores & Development in Palmetto Florida
New Restaurants, Stores & Development Coming to Parrish FL
Updated September 2026 – New restaurants, stores, services, and commercial development continue to transform Parrish, particularly along the U.S. 301 corridor. Parrish, Florida is experiencing significant residential and commercial growth, and many of the changes are happening along U.S. 301. What was once a relatively quiet corridor with limited shopping and dining choices now includes … » Learn More about New Restaurants, Stores & Development Coming to Parrish FL
Sarasota Square Redevelopment: What’s Coming Near Palmer Ranch
Updated September 2026 – The former Sarasota Square Mall is being transformed into a mixed-use destination with new shopping, dining, residences, and outdoor gathering spaces near Palmer Ranch. The former Sarasota Square Mall site on South Tamiami Trail is undergoing one of the largest redevelopment projects in South Sarasota. Located next to Palmer Ranch, the … » Learn More about Sarasota Square Redevelopment: What’s Coming Near Palmer Ranch
Waterside Place Lakewood Ranch: Restaurants, Shops & More
Updated September 2026 – What’s open now at Waterside Place and Center Point at Waterside. Waterside in Lakewood Ranch has grown into one of the area’s most popular lifestyle destinations. Set along Kingfisher Lake, Waterside Place combines waterfront dining, boutique shopping, fitness and wellness services, live music, community events, and outdoor gathering spaces in a … » Learn More about Waterside Place Lakewood Ranch: Restaurants, Shops & More
UTC Sarasota: New Stores, Restaurants & What’s Coming
Updated September 2026 – What’s open now and what’s coming next to University Town Center in Sarasota. University Town Center (UTC) in Sarasota, Florida continues to grow as one of Southwest Florida’s premier destinations for shopping, dining, entertainment, home design, and lifestyle. Located near I-75, University Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, and Nathan Benderson Park, UTC has … » Learn More about UTC Sarasota: New Stores, Restaurants & What’s Coming
Heritage Harbour Bradenton: New Stores & Restaurants 2026
Bradenton, Florida continues to experience significant growth, particularly along the State Road 64 corridor near Interstate 75. One of the biggest areas of expansion is Heritage Harbour, where new retail stores, restaurants, grocery options, fitness businesses, wellness providers, and everyday services continue to open. The Marketplace at Heritage Harbour and nearby commercial developments have changed … » Learn More about Heritage Harbour Bradenton: New Stores & Restaurants 2026
