Southern California brand Better Buzz will take over the former Steak 'n Shake on Causeway Boulevard in Brandon, bringing its signature drinks to Tampa Bay.

The Tampa‑born sports‑pub chain says its site model flagged about 72 prime spots in Jacksonville and it plans a double‑digit rollout targeting grocery‑anchored centers.

Red Mesa Cantina's downtown St. Pete location closed suddenly on Tuesday after 16 years, and the announcement also shutters the upstairs event spaces. The group's other venues remain listed on its site.

Nightwatch, from the team behind Neighborhood Wine Shop, will open at 2817 Central Ave with a large backyard patio and a 250–300 bottle program. The bar aims to land before year’s end.

Southern Luv BBQ, which opened in Citrus Park in late 2024, is franchising outward with plans for four new locations in Pinellas and Polk counties.

Renzo's Steakhouse is moving from Kennedy Boulevard to South Howard in SoHo with a summer opening planned. A new LLC lists 122 S. Howard Ave. as the SoHo address.

After 15 years of tours and private shuttles, Tampa Bay Brew Bus will end operations on Sunday, May 31; this weekend's runs are the final rides.

A pastel‑pink, beach‑themed cafe quietly opened in South Tampa and is headed into a grand opening this Saturday. The shop mixes specialty coffee, pastries and a small boutique.

Gen X Tavern, downtown Tampa’s ’80s/’90s bar, will close July 4, 2026. Owner Dave Burton says he plans an elevated replacement concept to open by October.

Brothers from Lima opened Sabor & Fuego on North MacDill, serving ceviche, lomo saltado and a dessert program built around lúcuma.

La Stima will host Double Six, a coffee-and-brunch concept from the same team, opening June 6 in Ybor City. The move turns the wine bar into a day-to-night spot.

Mozzarella Mike is turning a pop-up success into Mozza Paninoteca on St. Pete’s MLK corridor, offering fresh pulled mozzarella, Italian sandwiches and wine.

SoHo favorite Daily Eats will close June 15 for a brief rebrand and will return as Meeting House; owners say staff will stay and many favorites will remain.