Sun Bear Coffee Roasters' New Standalone Cafe Opening

0:00It's April 29. You're listening to Tababay News today, AI Power Local News. I'm Corey with the story. Sunbear specialty, coffee rosters is stepping up big time, opening their first stand-alone cafe and roasting spot in St. Pete's Grand Central. District. For the last two years, they've been brewing out of Sands Market in the EDGE District, building a solid fan base but hitting space limits. In summer, they're sliding into a 2650 square foot building in 1942 first Avenue South, right next to Pinellas Al, works. They'll keep pouring at Sands Market through May 31, then flip the script with a June opening. The new setup packs indoor seating for 20-30 folks, plus a back patio for chilling outdoors. Owner Kenny Beers couldn't be more hyped about staying close to the community he calls family, even though leaving Sands stings a bit. He funded the move with the nationwide crowdfunding push on SMBX, pulling in cash for the least, a fresh grinder and espresso machine didn't hit the bus, $100,000 gold, but it

1:04got them there. Look for their signature third wave vibes, high quality sustainable beans, pour overs, cold brew, espresso drinks, and matcha lattes now with room. For sandwiches and breakfast grabs, thanks to the full kitchen. Beers is weaving in mid-century modern style. Cambodia inspired touches from his non-profit days, and a vinyl setup nodding to the team's musician. Roots making it a spot to vibe and connect. Sunbeers holding down their Saturday morning market stand for steady sales and iron collabs with Sands Market Post move. Keep tabs on Facebook and Instagram for that grand opening drop, as they brew up even bigger plans ahead.