5 Restaurants Coming Soon to Sarasota County [Feb. 12, 2026]

Business Debut recently conducted phone interviews with several upcoming restaurant owners. Take a look at the overview below and dive deeper into the full write ups linked at the end of each blurb.

Hob Nob Drive In

Address: 1701 N. Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234

Status: Targeting late March.

What to expect: Fast-casual tribute to the original Hob Nob—counter service plus self-order kiosks; dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering.

Menu highlights: Classic drive-in lineup—burgers, fries, onion rings, milkshakes.

Hours: Aiming for daily 11 a.m. opens; closing 7–8 p.m. (final hours to confirm).

Who’s behind it: Led by majority owner Troy King; project shared by Dimitris Syros (Breakfast Company).

Source: Classic Drive-In Restaurant Returning to Sarasota

Hanami Japanese Fine Dining & Lounge

Address: 1525 4th St, Unit C, Sarasota, FL 34236

Status: Opening in the coming weeks, pending final inspections.

What to expect: Full-service Japanese fine dining with a 60-seat lounge; ~135 seats at launch, with mezzanine and garden dining to follow. Historic 1925 building shaped the design.

Menu highlights: Expanded take on Tsunami favorites—vegan sushi menu, fresh fish, hibachi cooked tableside. Filet mignon across steak offerings (except short rib), plus pineapple fried rice, galbi, and modernized orange chicken.

Hours: Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Fri–Sat 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m. (potential late-night); Sun noon–9 p.m.

Who’s behind it: Owner Samuel Ray with partners Jeffrey Karasawa and Jason Klamson; bar program by David Roth; design contributions by Lauren Wilson.

Source: Japanese Fine Dining And Lounge Concept Coming to Sarasota

Treehouse Flowers, Coffee & Wine

Address: 1551 Lakefront Dr, Unit 102, Sarasota, FL 34240

Status: Targeting the weekend before Mother’s Day (around May 8).

What to expect: All-day café-wine-floral hybrid; ~33–35 seats inside plus 8 on the patio. Counter service forward with a small retail boutique and fresh bouquets.

Menu highlights: Coffee drinks, baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, charcuterie, small plates, wine and champagne—“brunch all day” vibe.

Hours: Mon–Thu 7 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri 7 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sat 8 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Who’s behind it: Family-run by Anna and Scott Langlais and their daughter Sheena Storek; design by Anna, coffee ops by Scott, florals/management by Sheena.

Source: All-Day Coffee, Wine, And Flowers Concept Opening in Sarasota

Coastal Grind Coffee

Address: 2661 Mall Dr, Sarasota, FL 34231

Status: Aiming for first or second week of February.

What to expect: Neighborhood café with 24–26 seats; mix of counter and table service. Espresso drinks (hot/iced) and made-to-order crepes.

Menu highlights: Savory shrimp–avocado–tomato crepe with chipotle sauce; sweet options like Nutella–banana and “Dubai chocolate.” Mimosas and mimosa flights.

Who’s behind it: Owner Rebecca Drescher with husband Robert Foster. Tableside “slow pour” coffee experience with beans ground and brewed at the table.

Source: New Cafe Opening Soon in Sarasota

Coach’s Bar and Grill

Address: 124 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

Status: Planning to open soon, initially looking at early / mid February.

What to expect: Family-friendly, restaurant-first bar and grill; ~100 seats inside plus ~40 on the patio. TVs tuned to local and regional sports; community-focused with ongoing discounts for schools, first responders, and military.

Menu highlights: From-scratch menu—ribeye, jumbo lump crab cakes, lobster rolls, wings, Cajun pasta; cheeseburger/Reuben egg rolls; half-pound burgers; seafood salads; weekday rotating lunch specials.

Hours: Daily, with initial hours around 11 a.m.–11 p.m.; weekends may extend; potential brunch around 8:30–9 a.m.

Who’s behind it: Owner Rob Burton (formerly Coach’s Corner Grill in Loudoun County, VA) with wife Jennifer and daughter Brooke.

Source: Coach’s Bar and Grill Opening In Downtown Venice