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Mark Nation Group Poised to Open Upscale Coastal Cuisine Restaurant ‘Keely’s Garage’

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18 months have gone by since I first visited with Mark Nation to discuss his plans to build a destination restaurant in Historic Downtown Sanford. Sitting in his old Longwood offices, and then walking the city block-sized parcel spanning south and west from 2nd Street & Oak Ave to 3rd Street & Myrtle Ave, his ambitious plan consisted of two...

Leon’s Food Tour: St. John’s River Steak & Seafood

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The best view in Sanford is along Lake Monroe—literally a fat spot on the St. John’s River—and St. John’s River Steak and Seafood has that million dollar view. Their new screened patio (demolition courtesy of hurricane Irma in September 2017) offers a stunning view of the St. John’s with spectacular sunsets and the Wednesday evening Rum Race (sailboats). Open several...

Leon’s Food Tour: The Breezeway Restaurant & Bar

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The Breezeway Restaurant & Bar has been a staple of Historic Downtown Sanford for about five years now, serving up all kinds of great food for lunch and dinner, and often featuring live music. With its breezeway seating area, it’s a popular place for locals to hang out, have a drink, and get some delicious food. Tops on their menu...