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NewsCreative Loafing Tampa BayAugust 14, 2026Hillsborough

New restaurant openings and business expansions announced in Tampa Bay

Local food news reports the opening of a new Buddy Brew Coffee location in Pinellas County and the arrival of a Michelin-Bib recognized chef in Ybor City. Additionally, a hybrid Buffalo Wild Wings and Jimmy John’s location is planned for the region.

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Why It Matters

These business openings represent changes to the local retail and dining landscape for residents and visitors in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties.

Key Facts

  • A new Buddy Brew Coffee location is opening in Pinellas County.
  • A chef recognized with a Michelin-Bib award is moving to Ybor City.
  • A hybrid restaurant concept combining Buffalo Wild Wings and Jimmy John’s is planned for the Tampa Bay area.

Who's Mentioned

organizationJimmy John’s“Opening a hybrid location in Tampa Bay.”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“Publisher of the news article.”locationYbor City“Location where a Michelin-Bib earning chef is relocating.”organizationBuffalo Wild Wings“Opening a hybrid location in Tampa Bay.”organizationBuddy Brew“Opening a new location in Pinellas County.”