Daily Briefing: Sarasota restaurant closes after 67 years, owner says ‘time to stop and smell the roses’

Sarasota restaurant open since 1957 has permanently closed, with the owner telling the Herald-Tribune: "It's time to stop and smell the roses." ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ Advertisement [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( | [Horoscopes]( [Read in browser]( The Daily Briefing YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP Thu May 16 2024 [Sarasota restaurant closes after 67 years, owner says ‘time to stop and smell the roses’]( [Cary Spicuzza, right, and Annette Gargett, are owners of Sarasota’s Hob Nob Drive-In. They posed for this photo on May 15, 2024, a day after their restaurant closed following 67 years in business.]( Sarasota restaurant open since 1957 has permanently closed, with the owner telling the Herald-Tribune: "It's time to stop and smell the roses." [READ MORE]( [Henry, Sr. and Natalie Detwiler stand in an aisle at their Palmer Blvd. store which is scheduled to reopen on Friday, Sept. 29th. The Detwiler's Farm Market location has been closed for a year after Hurricane Ian damaged the roof.]( [Detwiler's Farm Market grocery chain continues to grow in Sarasota-Manatee with warehouse]( The local business will expand the size of its distribution network after breaking ground on a new 133,000-square-foot facility near Ellenton. [READ MORE]( [Sarasota Bradenton International Airport]( [SRQ airport responds to FAA, says New College land deal is justified]( Sarasota Bradenton International sent a 99-page letter to the Federal Aviation Authority in response to federal denial of a land sale. [READ MORE]( [A concept rendering of an observation area slated for construction on the north side of the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.]( [Sarasota Bradenton International Airport monthly passengers drop]( The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport’s passenger numbers have steadily climbed post-pandemic. [READ MORE]( [Venice High School Head Coach Brian Wheatley instructs his players against Hagerty High School during their FHSAA Class 7A State Championship volleyball match at Polk State College in Winter Haven Saturday night. November 12, 2022]( [Longtime Venice High volleyball coach steps down]( Wheatley, who compiled a 721-203 record and six state championships with Venice, will head the volleyball program at Auburn High [READ MORE]( Advertisement TRENDING STORIES 1 [Restaurant serving upscale pub food opens today in downtown Sarasota]( Restaurant and cocktail bar opening in downtown Sarasota specializes in signature burgers, hand-cut fries and wings ... [READ MORE]( 2 [Man arrested in 5-car fatal crash after driving 100 mph, running red light]( Bradenton Police officers were tracking the car the man was driving using a cell phone ping for a suspect in ... [READ MORE]( 3 [For subscribers] [After report calls Sarasota-Bradenton overvalued, local agents react]( A recent report spotlighted the growing inventory of homes for sale, but local pros don't foresee a sudden drop in ... [READ MORE]( 4 [Want a real say in Sarasota County elections? Pick your party wisely.]( If non-Republican residents want to have a say in Sarasota County's 2024 elections, they should consider ... [READ MORE]( 5 [Top 5 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](