Business & Tech
10 Businesses We Are Happy That Opened in 2011
From bars to boutiques, businesses continue to open in downtown St. Pete despite the inconsistent economy.
- (548 Central Ave): This edgy yet relaxing hideaway opened its doors to a slew of anticipation. With a bar complete with special sake selections as well as beer and wine, The Sake Bomb takes the cake for something different.
- (574 1st Ave. N.): A floral studio plus art and design can only become one thing: absolutely beautiful. The shop opened within the last couple months and aims to please customers with one of a kind arrangements and unmatched service.
- Eugenia Woods (645 Central Avenue #10): One of the first of its kind on the 600 Block is Eugenia Woods. The owners hold workshops regularly to teach sewing and ways to create fashion without overspending. The store has some women's accessories for sale as well.
- (240 Beach Drive NE): The masterminds behind Tryst Gastro Lounge combined a high end lounge atmosphere with a laid back bar appeal. It was a match made in heaven and now the venue is one of the more popular spot on Beach Drive.
- (5226 4th St. N.): The Fourth Street's World of Beer location thrived, so business owners decided to plunge into downtown St. Pete's thriving night scene. Live music pumps regularly with special events to boot. There's no other place with a beer selection this large.
- Gold & Maiden (6 6th St. North): Owner of , Torrie Jasuwan (formerly Tiernan) just recently opened a sister store right next door named Gold & Maiden. This little shop offers one of a kind fashions at ridiculously reasonable prices.
- Fredo Ink & Co. (951 Central Avenue): Tattoos and piercings are an ever present force in our society. With downtown's emergent art scene, it is no surprise that artists are using the human body as a canvas more and more often. Fredo Ink & Co. opened their doors a few months ago and vibe well with others.
- (111 2nd Ave. NE) : Asian fast food? Sounds good. Sab Cafe can certainly fill a void in a hungry belly. Specialty spring rolls are the specialty, but noodle plates and vegetarian friendly cuisine is also up for grabs.
- (2454 Central Ave): Antique shops can sometimes be a bit overpriced. No one can convince me that a rusty piece of metal is worth a four-figured-sum. Iron Pelican puts a modern twist on antique shopping by restoring more than half of what they bring in. Prices are appealing as well, considering the overall look of their furnishings.
- Mandarin Hide (231 Central Avenue): Yes, another bar. Mandarin Hide is known for its sophisticated bar staff. Specialty drinks made from original recipes keep the crowds content and coming back for more. It is rare to see "the Hide" anything but busy.
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