OPENINGS/CLOSINGS
Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy is coming to Wesley Chapel
Some would argue that Tampa Bay is thoroughly saturated with new chicken restaurants, but not celebrity chef and “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” host Guy Fieri. Chicken Guy, a fast-food chicken sandwich and tender concept spearheaded by the
Mayor of Flavortown himself, will soon open a new location at 25769 Sierra Center Blvd. in Wesley Chapel. Co-founded in 2018 with Planet Hollywood founder Robert Earl, the chain’s menu primarily focuses on chicken tenders and Guy’s “Big Bite” chicken sandwiches, which are both served either grilled or “crispy fried.” There’s also shakes, fries, mac and cheese, salads and more up for grabs.
New Orleans-inspired frozen cocktail chain Fat Tuesdays opens new Tampa location
A restaurant chain that focuses on boozy slushies and giant souvenir cups is making a comeback in Ybor City this week.Fat Tuesday officially opened Tuesday, Aug. 27, in the former Big Easy space at 1704 E 7th Ave. The chain will host a grand-opening party this weekend, from Friday-Sunday, Aug. 30-Sept. 1. “In celebration of the grand opening, the store will offer a special discount on its popular Sports Bottle cup, which will be available for $10 and refilled for $8 (regularly priced at $19 and $11 refills) along with handing out their classic daiquiri cups for free and get refills for $10,” said the company in a press release.