Southern Barbecue Restaurant to Open in Bradenton
A new Southern barbecue restaurant is set to open in Bradenton, Florida. The specific name, location, and opening date have not yet been announced for the new dining concept.
- The North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton metropolitan area's GDP is projected to grow from $45.4 billion in 2023 to $51.5 billion by 2028. Manatee County, where Bradenton is located, led Florida in GDP growth in 2023 with a 6.7% increase, rising from $22.5 billion to over $24 billion. - Manatee County is projected to see a population growth of 15-20% by 2026 compared to 2020 levels, driven by an influx of new residents. The population of Bradenton is currently growing at an annual rate of 1.01%. - The Education and Health Services sector in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota MSA is expected to be the fastest-growing industry between 2025 and 2028, with an average annual growth rate of 2.3%. - The Leisure and Hospitality sector is forecasted to grow by 1.6% annually between 2025 and 2028, reflecting the area's popularity as a tourist and retirement destination. In Manatee County, this sector employs 14.2% of the workforce. - A significant number of new businesses are opening in the Bradenton area, including a Whole Foods, Miller's Ale House, LongHorn Steakhouse, and Portillo's at the Marketplace at Heritage Harbour. - The commercial real estate market in Bradenton is expanding, fueled by population growth and a diverse economy. This includes a number of mixed-use developments and a rising demand for retail and restaurant properties. - The median home price in Bradenton was $449,999 in January 2026, and the market is described as a "seller's market." Average annual wages in the metro area are projected to increase from $66,300 in 2023 to approximately $74,400 by 2027. - The downtown Bradenton area is undergoing a revitalization, with new residential and mixed-use properties being developed, which is expected to increase foot traffic for local businesses.
