🛋️ Home & Lifestyle
City Furniture
Opening in summer 2025, City Furniture is bringing a massive 120,000-square-foot showroom to The District East at UTC. This new flagship store will also include KC Café & Wine Bar—offering wine, craft beer, coffee, tea, and light bites.
Design Within Reach
Modern design fans will love that Design Within Reach is opening its first store on Florida’s west coast at The Mall at UTC. Expect high-end furniture and sleek home décor when it opens this summer.
🛍️ Retail Additions Inside the Mall at UTC
- Alo Yoga – Now open on the upper level near Saks Fifth Avenue, Alo brings luxe athleisurewear perfect for yoga, fitness, or casual outings.
- Madewell – Also now open, Madewell’s location on the upper level near Grand Court offers their signature denim and effortless staples.
- Garage – This trendy Canadian retailer is coming soon to the lower level near Grand Court.
- Gorjana – Known for delicate, layer-friendly jewelry, opening soon on the upper level near Grand Court.
- Rowan – Offering nurse-administered ear piercing and fun accessories, opening soon on the lower level.
- Vuori – California-inspired activewear, opening soon on the upper level near Saks.
🍽️ Dining Delights
Florence & The Spice Boys
Now open in The District West, this former food truck now offers bold Middle Eastern street food in a 2,500-square-foot restaurant.
Zōtō
Coming soon to 190 N. Cattlemen Road, this high-end Japanese restaurant by James Beard-nominated chefs promises a premium sushi experience.
Blu Kouzina
This popular Greek eatery from St. Armands Circle is expanding to UTC with a new location next to Ford’s Garage.
Olivia & On Swann
Opening in 2026, these Tampa-based restaurants will sit side-by-side. Olivia serves upscale Italian cuisine, while On Swann delivers a fresh American menu.
🛍️ Beyond the Mall: More Retail
L.L.Bean
Opening May 9 near Target in The District West, this will be L.L.Bean’s first Florida store. Expect outdoor gear, apparel, and early bird giveaways.
Rita’s Italian Ice
Coming soon to The Shoppes at UTC, this frozen treat spot is perfect for Sarasota’s sunny days.
🐠 Attractions: Mote Science Education Aquarium
The highly anticipated Mote Science Education Aquarium (Mote SEA) will open in 2025 at Nathan Benderson Park. The 110,000-square-foot facility will offer immersive marine life exhibits and hands-on science experiences for all ages.
Final Thoughts
With each new addition, University Town Center is evolving into more than a shopping destination—it’s becoming the heart of Sarasota’s modern lifestyle. Whether you’re in the mood for fashion, food, or family-friendly attractions like Mote SEA, UTC is the place to be.
Stay tuned for more updates as these openings approach!
