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TCPalm | Treasure Coast Newspapers

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New Florida Trader Joe's grocery store planned for Indian River County

The Treasure Coast could be getting a Trader Joe's grocery store in 2027. The popular California-based grocery chain opened a new Orlando location Nov. 5, but more Florida stores are planned for 2027, including one in Vero Beach, according to company spokesperson Nakia Rohde . "Next year, we plan to add new Trader Joe’s in Boynton Beach, Orlando, Kissimmee, Maitland, Central Naples, and Vero Beach," Rohde said. "We are actively looking at hundreds of neighborhoods across the country as we hope to open more new neighborhood stores each year." Trader Joe's typically adds a location on its official store finder once a lease is signed and permitting is underway. More: Whole Foods, Cheesecake Factory among chains Florida residents want What is Trader Joe's? The grocery store chain, known for its affordable items and viral tote bags , has over two dozen locations across Florida. Trader Joe's reviews what fans submit at Request a Trader Joe's in My City , but the company primarily considers growth, parking, population and traffic flow, according to Vice President of Culture and Innovation Matt Sloan. Olivia Franklin is TCPalm’s trending and breaking news reporter. You can contact her at olivia.franklin@tcpalm.com , 317-627-8048 or follow her

Indian River County, FL · 1d

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22 New and Independent Restaurants Opening Across Florida (November 2026)

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL – Nara Thai Sushi is preparing to open at 424 Luna Bella Ln Unit F And G New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168 around Thanksgiving, owner Craig Finney told Business Debut. Finney said the new concept will anchor the center village area of the Venetian Bay...

Florida · 3d

Florida Today

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Melbourne getting a new neighborhood dive bar from Salty Fox owners

Melbourne's restaurant and bar scene is about to get a little quirkier and a lot more fun. Owners Sam Buzzell and Veronica Just of Salty Fox in Eau Gallie are preparing to open Dirty's Dive Bar , a new neighborhood hangout that aims to embrace the charm of a classic sports bar while putting its own creative spin on the experience. Located at 3026 W. New Haven Ave., in Melbourne, in the former Westside Sports Bar location, they expect to open mid-November. What to expect With 14 TVs, a pool table, TouchTunes and an eclectic vending machine, Dirty's plans to deliver a laid-back dive bar atmosphere with plenty to keep patrons entertained. The full kitchen will serve up hot dog flights, smash burgers, wings and a lineup of shareable appetizers designed to pair with a cold drink and a game on the screen. More about Salty Fox Salty Fox has built a loyal following with cocktails, themed events and a social atmosphere that regularly draws crowds to 602 W. Eau Gallie Blvd. Pull up a chair, explore the mystery vending machine, challenge friends to pool, and be sure to order something off their quirky food menu. Psst, they now have

Melbourne, FL · 1d

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Beloved Florida Chinese restaurant closes after 25 years as owners retire

One more longtime favorite has joined the list of beloved Florida restaurants that are now gone. Chi Lin Restaurant in Merritt Island closed on October 31 after 25 years on…

Merritt Island, FL · 2d

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Greek Spot Cafe Planned for Melbourne

Greek Spot Cafe is planned for 3676 N. Wickham Road in Melbourne, according to an application with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. The state was still reviewing the restaurant’s application on November 3. The filing lists Greek Foods Cafe LLC as the applicant. The company was...

Melbourne, FL · 1d

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Jeff's Bagel Run Opens Poinciana Shop, Co-Founder Praises Warm Welcome

Jeff's Bagel Run celebrated the grand opening of its newest shop on Cypress Parkway in Poinciana, bringing scratch-made bagels, house-whipped spreads and local coffee to the growing Osceola County community. The bagel brand, known for making everything in-house rather than shipping in frozen product, has spent the last few years building a loyal following across the Orlando area.

Poinciana, FL · 3d

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This Florida Farmers Market Is the Perfect Excuse to Get Out of Bed on Sunday

Fresh coconut water poured straight from the coconut is a real Sunday morning option here. That alone sounds like a better plan than hitting snooze. I like a market that starts with something that playful. The stalls don’t stay on one road, either. They stretch along a downtown main street...

Clermont, FL · 4d

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Inside Agave Bandido in Winter Garden

A restaurant in Winter Garden has become a hot spot. Agave Bandido features a Mexican-inspired menu and a hidden adults-only bar. FOX 35's David Martin takes a look inside.

Winter Garden, FL · 20h

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Crispy Fried Chicken And Catfish Make This Hidden Orlando Soul Food Spot A Florida Local Favorite

Some of the best plates in Orlando never show up on a theme park map. They come out of small neighborhood kitchens where the fryer stays busy and the side dishes are the kind people plan their week around. One of those kitchens sits on a quiet stretch of the...

Orlando, FL · 4d

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Another six Central Florida eateries shuttered over health violations

ORLANDO, Fla. – Last week, six more Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down (at least temporarily) after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records. These records show the reported eateries experienced violations like rodent droppings, roaches, and storage issues, among many others. Most of...

Central Florida, FL · 2d

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Wings & Rings Working on Winter Garden Location

Wings & Rings, a sports restaurant known for its wings, burgers, and casual dining menu, is working on a new location in Winter Garden at 140 Sugar Belle Drive, Suite A. The company recently submitted documents to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation for the new restaurant. The location will be part of Flamingo Crossings Town Center, although an exact opening date has not been announced. The latest development comes from Alvaro Diez, CEO and co-founder of Pieocentral LLC, which has secured development rights for new brands, including Wings & Rings and La Madeleine.

Winter Garden, FL · 2d

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Trader Joe's opening new Florida store Nov. 5, more coming in 2027

Attention shoppers ! Florida's newest Trader Joe's is opening Nov. 5 in Orlando. It's one of dozens of locations nationwide that the quirky grocer is opening at the end of 2026, but it's not the only Florida location on its way. A Sarasota location will open by the end of 2026, according to company spokesperson Nakia Rohde, and more are planned for 2027. "Next year, we plan to add new Trader Joe’s in Boynton Beach, Orlando, Kissimmee, Maitland, Central Naples, and Vero Beach," Rohde said. "We are actively looking at hundreds of neighborhoods across the country as we hope to open more new neighborhood stores each year." Shop Trader Joe's with Instacart Trader Joe's recently opened locations in West Palm Beach in June, in Melbourne last December, and Daytona Beach a year ago. The popular California-based grocery chain, known for its private-label " unique and interesting products ," along with seasonal favorites and its highly sought-after totes, invited customers to join "Captain Randy and Crew" for the 8 a.m. opening. Trader Joe's prides itself on "low prices, every day" with no loyalty programs or membership cards. Here's what to know. Where is the new Florida Trader Joe's? .oembed-frame { width:

Orlando, FL · 2d

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This Florida Seafood Shack Serves A New England-Style Fried Fisherman’s Platter At Fair Prices

Live lobsters get flown into a small strip-mall kitchen every Friday morning, and they still manage to sell out. That happens right here in central Florida, hundreds of miles from the nearest lobster boat. The rest of the menu reads like a road trip along Cape Cod. Whole belly clams,...

Florida · 5d

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You’ll Happily Drive Across Florida For The Incredible Steaks At This Remote Restaurant

Somewhere in Lake County, Florida, there’s a restaurant with a cow-print sign, a wooden cowboy standing in the dining room, and a parking lot full of pickup trucks that belong to people who drove a significant distance and would do it again without being asked. That restaurant is the...

Florida · 4d

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This Tiny Florida Restaurant Serves Up A Jaw-Dropping 1.5-Pound Burger That’s Worth The Trip

If you’ve ever driven through a small Florida town and thought “I wonder what’s in there,” Pudgee’s Eatery and Market in Floral City is the answer to that question, and it comes in the form of a 1.5-pound burger that will make you pull over and reconsider your entire afternoon.

Floral City, FL · 5d

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Rodent Droppings and Dead Roaches Temporarily Close 13 Central Florida Restaurants, Including Orlando and Tampa Spots

Thirteen restaurants across Central Florida — from Orlando to Tampa — were ordered to close temporarily during the week of Oct. 5 to 11 after state inspectors found problems ranging from live roaches and rodent droppings to missing running water. The list also includes restaurants in Lake Mary, Altamonte Springs, Daytona Beach, Lakeland, Satellite Beach and Palm Coast.

Tampa, FL · 12d

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Florida food pantry becomes a grocery store where families shop for free

"For the people of Parramore, this is a gold mine."

Orlando, FL · 2d

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We Ranked The Top 8 Steakhouses In Central Florida And Here Are The Results

One steakhouse on this list hands you a menu after dinner that leads to a whole separate dessert room. The little booths there come with old-fashioned telephones and live piano music nearby. I can’t get over that detail. Another spot on the list grills its beef over pits that...

Central Florida, FL · 13d

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Pinsa Fire Opening in Downtown Leesburg

LEESBURG, FL — Pinsa Fire, a Roman-style pizza concept based in Clermont, plans to open a flagship location at 404 West Main Street, Leesburg, FL 34748, owner Thomas Cerra told Business Debut in a phone interview. Cerra said he purchased the downtown Leesburg building in September 2025 and has...

Leesburg, FL · 4d

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Beer, Bacon And BBQ Festival Marks 10th Year At Cranes Roost Park

Smoked brisket, cold craft beer and a wall of college football screens are taking over Cranes Roost Park this Saturday as the Beer, Bacon and BBQ festival returns to Altamonte Springs for its 10th year. The event runs from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., bringing together local pitmasters, breweries and a full slate of games and vendors for an afternoon built around three of the region's favorite food groups.

Altamonte Springs, FL · 1d