Big-Name Restaurant Chains Are Opening Across Southwest Florida | Here’s What’s New!
From Whataburger’s long-awaited arrival to Just Salad’s two new Naples locations, Southwest Florida is welcoming some familiar…
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Riptide Brewing Launches New Kitchen at Bonita Springs Taproom
Riptide Brewing Company has added something new to its Bonita Springs taproom: a full kitchen. The locally…
Bri Eats: Yonutz Viral Smashed Donut Ice Cream Sandwhiches
If you have not heard of Yonutz yet, there is a good chance you will soon. The…
Two New Family-Owned Businesses Bring New Life to Historic Downtown Bonita Springs
Historic Downtown Bonita Springs continues to grow and evolve, and this month brings another exciting addition to…
Year-Long Bonita Beach Parking Closures Begin This Fall—Here’s How to Still Get to the Beach
The Bonita Beach parking closure will change how residents and visitors reach the sand this fall. Lee…
Barefoot Oasis Opens at Barefoot Beach
Beach days at Barefoot Beach just got even better! Barefoot Oasis, a brand-new beach café, bar and…
Lovr Boys Coffee Opens Its First Independent Café in Bonita Springs
The sibling-owned business built a loyal Naples following with organic coffee, house-roasted beans and scratch-made sourdough treats.…
New Restaurants in Southwest Florida: What Opened and What’s Coming Soon in 2026
Last updated: July 2026. Southwest Florida’s dining scene continues to grow in 2026, bringing everything from chef-driven…
The Bonita Springs Data Center Explained: Fiber Optic Cable, Panama Connection & Local Concerns
A new project near Bonita Beach Road and Imperial River Road has sparked a lot of conversation…
Bonita Springs Prepares for the Fourth of July: Your Complete Guide to the Parade, Fireworks & Downtown Celebrations
There’s no better place to celebrate Independence Day than historic downtown Bonita Springs. From one of Southwest…
