{"id":412966,"date":"2026-09-28T17:24:13","date_gmt":"2026-09-28T17:24:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/412966\/"},"modified":"2026-09-28T17:24:13","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T17:24:13","slug":"whats-new-in-tampa-bay-october-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/412966\/","title":{"rendered":"What’s New in Tampa Bay: October 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

New Eats in Hillsborough<\/p>\n

The Meeting House<\/a>, located in the former Daily Eats space on Howard Avenue, brings lunch, dinner and weekend brunch to South Tampa. Smalls Sliders<\/a>, a Louisiana-based cheeseburger slider chain, has debuted in Lutz at 19081 Wingshooter Way. Totum Market & Eatery<\/a>, a nearly 26,000-square-foot space, is bringing organic, natural and specialty products alongside everyday essentials to Downtown Tampa. Shoppers can also find prepared foods and a cafe featuring single-origin coffees and crafted coffee drinks, plus a juicery with cold-pressed juices and smoothies. An extensive wine and beer selection rounds out the concept. Daily Eats has officially reopened as Meeting House.<\/p>\n

Pinellas County Foodie Finds<\/p>\n

Quintal Brasil<\/a> in Pinellas Park offers an all-you-can-eat Brazilian-style pizza experience. Tampa-based coffee chain Buddy Brew<\/a> has expanded into Pinellas County with a location inside Sprouts Farmers Market<\/a> at 7263 Seminole Blvd.\u00a0Go Greek Yogurt<\/a> debuted at The Mall at Sundial, bringing its artisanal approach to Greek yogurt to Tampa Bay. The menu features customizable and premade sweet and savory Greek bowls, along with smoothies for guests on the go. Salt & Sky<\/a>, a rooftop bar concept offering cocktails, sharable plates and scenic views opened at the AC Hotel Clearwater Beach.<\/p>\n

\"\"(Photography Courtesy of Sirata Beach Resort, Tapestry Collection by Hilton)
\nSt. Petersburg Hotel Reopens After $25 Million Renovation<\/p>\n

Sirata Beach Resort<\/a> has completed a $25 million transformation and joined Hilton\u2019s Tapestry Collection. The resort\u2019s 228 renovated guest rooms and suites, redesigned lobby, refreshed restaurants and bars and updated pool and outdoor spaces embrace a contemporary coastal aesthetic. Dining options include open-air Rum Runners and poolside Blue, while the refreshed beachfront amenities feature lounge areas, fire pits and direct beach access. Guests can also enjoy a renovated fitness center equipped with Peloton bikes and strength-training equipment.<\/p>\n

Retail Roundup<\/p>\n

Ralph Lauren<\/a> opened a retail space with an assortment of Women\u2019s Collection, Men\u2019s Purple Label, and Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s Polo Ralph Lauren at Hyde Park Village. Ebisu Life Store<\/a>, a Japanese lifestyle shop, opened its largest location, spanning 21,597 square feet, in Tampa Palms. \u00a0<\/p>\n

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