Urban Stillhouse Buys Property, Plans Refresh

0:00Urban Stillhouse, that bourbon bar and restaurant in St. Pete's warehouse arts district, just locked down its future by buying the property outright. After six years in business, owner Meredith Cocos snagged the 16,000 square foot spot at 2232 Fifth Avenue South for $8 million with plans. For a full refresh to keep things fresh. Earlier this week, a deed confirmed the deal, financed by $6.4 million loan from Pinnacle Bank, plus another $2.5 million for renovations. They're focusing on cosmetic tweaks like new furniture and fixtures, while keeping the big fireplace as the dining room heart. Cocos says, the place has some wear from years of success, so this overhaul sticks to the rustic Americana vibe that draws crowds. Menu staples like Bison Filets stay, but expect more local Florida fish to mix in, honoring their horse soldier roots. New talons coming too. Chef Chad Welch from Louisville spots as culinary director, and Chef Alan Chandonia from Atlanta running daily ops.

1:03Next door, a 3,400 square foot office turns into an upscale event space, casual bar, and live music spot under the Stillhouse. They just opened a second location in Somerset, Kentucky this year, with more iodine, Kentucky, and Texas. But right now it's all about pumping up the St. Pete flagship. In two years, folks might stroll over from downtown, making this spot even hotter. That's your update from Teva Bay News today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with The Story.