Publix kicked off 2024 with several new openings across the state of Florida, including a brand-new hub in Wesley Chapel. Listen, if you had to ask me one of my favorite spots to unwind in Tampa, I’m gonna tell you it’s the Publix in Water Street. The Pours Cafe slings Kahwa Coffee and great smoothies, and the Sushi Bar’s teriyaki tofu bowl is pure fire. The WiFi is also reasonably strong (always a plus) – and I don’t hate that I can pick up a “sharing size” bag of Skinny Pop while I work. This is to say that these new Publix stores are more than just grab-and-go markets, it’s a net benefit to the Wesley Chapel area.