St. Pete Rising Downtown Developments

Paradeco Coffee Roasters is now open at 111 2nd Ave NE Sauvignon Wine Locker is now open at 241 Central Ave

Downtown Developments

By Brian Zucker, Owner of St. Pete Rising

It seems like each time we take a stroll through downtown there are new restaurants and galleries opening and more apartment complexes and condo towers being built. We realize it’s difficult to keep track of everything. Luckily, we’ve done the research, so you don’t have to. Each month we will feature a few of the most exciting new downtown developments that are on the horizon for the Sunshine City.

Paradeco Coffee Roasters is now open at 111 2nd Avenue Northeast in the Plaza Tower and Courtyard Shops. Paradeco has put a ton of time into sourcing high-quality coffee beans while also leaning into the latest in coffee tech. They’ll offer a rotating selection of four to five single-origin coffees from countries like Peru, Costa Rica, Ethiopia, and Colombia. From the moment you step through the door, you’re greeted with tropical vibes. A plant wall featuring 195 live plants is situated over a 70’s-style pink couch in the back of the shop. The various curves and archways exude an Art Deco design that inspired the name of the business – Paradeco.

DalMoros Fresh Pasta to Go is now open at 653 Central Avenue in downtown St. Pete. Dal Moro’s offers five fresh pasta styles (without the preservatives) that are cooked-to-order and ready to eat within three minutes. Once you order, a team member tosses your fresh, house-made pasta in a pot and then into a small box. From there, select your sauce, pile the toppings high, and you’re set for a filling, delicious lunch on the run! And for an authentic Italian experience, round off your meal with a serving of decadent tiramisu, which comes in classic or Nutella.

KOJO, a pan-Asian restaurant and bar, is coming soon to 551 Central Avenue on the rooftop of Central Park Food Hall. Kojo will feature flavors from China, Japan, Taiwan and Korea with a touch of European flair offering dishes like Udon Carbonara, Miso Black Cod, and Tea Smoked Chicken. For dessert, finish the night off with the Matcha Dusted Donut Holes served with a sesame chocolate sauce and a condensed milk-matcha sauce. Kojo will be just one of ten concepts at the upcoming three-story Central Park Food Hall in downtown St. Pete. Central Park is expected to open in 2022.

SOMA is coming soon to 630 4th Avenue South. Nestled just outside the Innovation District, this 4-unit townhome community will include an elevator in each unit, 10-foot ceilings, gas cooking surfaces, and gas tankless water heaters. Each home will be 2,890 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. The project will have two, two-unit buildings separated by an interior paved motor court with garages accessible via the alley. The homes will start at $1.2 million.

Sauvignon Wine Locker American Trattoria is now open at 241 Central Avenue in downtown St. Pete. This hidden oasis of food and drink is located on the second floor of the Jannus Block, accessed through a discrete hallway next to Five Bucks Drinkery. Sauvignon focuses on fresh seasonal food prepared by executive chef and Annata-alum Chris Ciarcia. The wine menu boasts around 150 bottles ranging in price from $35 to $1,200 per bottle and everything in between. Menu items include Roasted Heirloom Beets, Cavatelli Primavera, and the Creekstone Farms Natural Filet served with truffle whipped potatoes, charred broccolini, and a caramelized shallot herb butter.

St. Pete Rising is an urban development blog covering future retail, restaurants, and real estate in Downtown St. Petersburg, FL. Stay up-todate, visit StPeteRising.com.