Daily Briefing: New downtown Sarasota bar, restaurant to be a 'place like none other'

An upscale new bar, restaurant, and piano lounge — boasting a $4 million price tag — is expected to open later this year in downtown Sarasota. ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ Advertisement [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( | [Horoscopes]( [Read in browser]( The Daily Briefing YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP Wed Apr 17 2024 [New downtown Sarasota bar, restaurant to be a 'place like none other']( [Sugar Champagne Bar is expected to open later this year in downtown Sarasota at 127 S. Pineapple Ave. Rendering provided by Joseph Grano of Next-Mark.]( An upscale new bar, restaurant, and piano lounge — boasting a $4 million price tag — is expected to open later this year in downtown Sarasota. [READ MORE]( [Sarasota Memorial Hospital was again ranked in Newsweek's list of the world’s best hospitals. The Sarasota campus maintained its status as No. 4 in the state and improved to No. 131 in the U.S.]( [Critic of SMH COVID-19 response will run for hospital board]( Dr. Stephen Guffanti criticizes COVID care he and others received, seeking another review. Hospital says claims unfounded and politically motivated. [READ MORE]( [Each week we share the area restaurants that aced their inspections, while also rounding up those that racked up violations.]( [Nearly 100 rodent droppings temporarily close Bradenton restaurant]( See which Sarasota and Bradenton area restaurants passed with flying colors, and which didn't pass first inspections due to high-priority violations. [READ MORE]( [New College President Richard Corcoran participated in the comedy class, performing right after David Rancourt, dean of students. Corcoran pointed out the number of jokes Rancourt told that targeted the LGBTQ+ community.]( [Letters: Does Richard Corcoran really deserve $1 million to lead New College?]( New College President Richard Corcoran received a $200,000 bonus at his annual evaluation. The bonus brings his total compensation over $1 million. [READ MORE]( [The cast performs a scene in "Hamilton" at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.]( [‘Hamilton’ tops Van Wezel sell-out list for Sarasota engagement]( A two-week run of the award-winning musical ‘Hamilton’ sold out every performance at Sarasota’s Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. [READ MORE]( Advertisement TRENDING STORIES 1 [Best beach bar in Sarasota area for food, drinks and waterfront views!]( What's the best beach bar in Sarasota and Bradenton? Check out this island spot for excellent food, drinks and ... [READ MORE]( 2 [For subscribers] [New College approves $200k bonus for Corcoran, denies tenure]( New College of Florida's board voted Thursday to approve tenure for six professors, deny tenure to one professor, ... [READ MORE]( 3 [FAA rejects New College and SRQ Airport land deal]( The deal involves a land swap and sale that would have permanently conveyed 30.94 acres of airport land to New ... [READ MORE]( 4 [Festivals and more fun things to do this weekend in Sarasota area]( Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Top 5 events in Sarasota-Manatee including free movie screening with an ... [READ MORE]( 5 [Top 8 concerts this week in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte counties]( The top concerts taking place in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties this week. [READ MORE]( Advertisement Vote with Confidence This 7-day newsletter course will help you be an informed voter before Nov. 5. [SIGN UP NOW]( SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices. Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend. The universal eNewspaper, the digital version of our print paper, plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. [Unlock news for $1]( [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( [Newsletters]( | [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( Follow Us Problem viewing email? [View in browser]( [Unsubscribe]( • [Manage Newsletters]( • [Terms of Service]( • [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( • [Privacy Notice]( • [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy]( • [Feedback](