When Sanford’s El Zocalo Mexican Restaurant lost their lease on their First Street location several years ago, Sanfordites were horrified at the potential loss of a fine, friendly, authentic Mexican Restaurant in Historic Downtown Sanford. But things worked out for the better for El Zocalo, as their current location at 406 Sanford Avenue has been a tremendous success—in large part...
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In May, readers of HistoricDowntownSanford.com's Growth Watch heard all about ‘Project Hollerblock’ and the $1.6 million expansion of the famed Sanford restaurant Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Café. These plans were ambitious, including our city’s very first rooftop bar. Often, and perhaps not unexpectedly, developers and business have their timelines pushed back due to various delays; we are very happy to report...
Orlando's award-winning sushi truck Sushi & Seoul on the Roll has come to an agreement with Sanford's premier craft beer bar Celery City Craft to manage the kitchen and bring their world-renowned sushi and Asian-inspired menu to the burgeoning food & drink destination Historic Downtown Sanford, Florida! This new venture will be led by childhood friends and culinary phenoms Chef...
If you spend some time talking to prominent local attorney Mark Nation, you will discover quickly that he is a passionate man, and these days, the businessman is excited about Historic Downtown Sanford. Nation and his partners have purchased an entire city block of downtown, an area spanning south and west from 2nd Street & Oak Avenue to 3rd Street...
Some of the best dining options in Central Florida are all within walking distance of each other in Historic Downtown Sanford. Each of the city’s unique restaurants offer original flavors and ambiance. After a few bites you’ll understand why Sanford was named “the region’s hottest food scene” by the Orlando Sentinel. Es ist wunderbar! Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Cafe is pretty...
Zoetic Sushi & Omakase led by Chef Chuck Cobb and housed in the ZL Homes building on Park Ave in Historic Downtown Sanford had their soft opening this past Friday June 21st. Open only on Fridays and Saturdays with two seatings on each night at 6pm and 8pm, it seats eight at a time at $120 per person for a...
The weekend of February 23rd 2019 was very special because that was the weekend we were having the Raw Travel Watch Party & Brunch by Chef Josh Oakley and the chefs from The Pass Progressive Cuisine food truck at Celery City Craft. It was the 2nd episode of Raw Travel Episode 611 and this one was titled Historic Downtown Sanford...
The Old Jailhouse Restaurant in Historic Downtown Sanford announced today that it will be offering a special 'Smash Menu' for the summer available Monday - Wednesday nights featuring a 4-course meal for two for only $50! This will be in addition to their already amazing menu. Sounds perfect for a special date night! SUMMER SMASH MENU
For a few years now, “pop-up” restaurants and shops have been all the craze. A new venue “pops-up” for a limited time and if they are successful, they may become permanent, such as Sanford’s own award-winning restaurant, The Tennessee Truffle. But Sanford has experienced a recent new craze which I call “pop-ins.” What is that? In the food and drink...
The long awaited The Old Jailhouse restaurant opens today at 5pm and boy are you in store for something special! They're located at 113 Palmetto Ave. in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford - right across from Celery City Craft in the 'Famous L'! This will be the hottest restaurant in Central Florida so be sure to pay them a visit soon...
