News Summary
Naked Farmer, a farm-to-table restaurant brand, has signed a five-year lease for its new corporate headquarters at the Thousand & One building in Water Street Tampa. Set to open in October, the 2,000-square-foot office will support a team of 10 to 12 employees and reinforces the brand’s commitment to improving the food system. Additionally, Naked Farmer plans to expand with a new restaurant in Sarasota, scheduled for summer opening, further solidifying its presence in Florida while promoting sustainability and local sourcing.
Tampa Welcomes Naked Farmer’s New Corporate Headquarters
Naked Farmer, a growing restaurant brand known for its farm-to-table offerings, has officially signed a five-year lease to relocate its corporate headquarters to the Thousand & One building in Water Street Tampa. This new office, which will occupy nearly 2,000 square feet, is scheduled to open in October 2023 and will serve as a base of operations for a team of 10 to 12 employees. The move reflects the brand’s commitment to its mission of improving the food system.
Expansion Plans Include New Sarasota Restaurant
In addition to its new corporate headquarters, Naked Farmer is set to open a new restaurant in University Town Center in Sarasota-Manatee during summer 2023. The restaurant will take up a 2,300-square-foot space, conveniently located between Blaze Pizza and Crumbl Cookies. This location aims to engage with the area’s health and wellness community and further expand Naked Farmer’s presence in Florida.
About Naked Farmer’s Operations and Values
Naked Farmer operates a busy restaurant on the ground floor of the Thousand & One building and has established a total of eight restaurant locations across Florida. The company is committed to sourcing seasonal ingredients from local farmers, including Brick Street Farms in St. Petersburg, to create dishes that connect the community with fresh, farm-to-table food. The restaurant brand has been noted for its recent adaptability, having successfully pivoted to a market model during the pandemic when it operated without a physical restaurant space.
The Thousand & One Building: A Modern Workplace
The Thousand & One building is distinguished as the first WELL-certified office building in North America, featuring modern amenities such as floor-to-ceiling windows and scenic rooftop views. The space is designed to promote the health and well-being of its occupants, aligning with Naked Farmer’s values of sustainability and community health.
Leasing Situation for Thousand & One
Leasing for the Thousand & One building is exclusively managed by Franklin Street. The building is currently over 90% leased, leaving around 28,000 of its 360,000 rentable square feet available for potential tenants. This move to a vibrant hub is expected to facilitate Naked Farmer’s expansion strategy, with plans for additional locations in Coral Gables and Sunrise, driven by customer demand for the brand’s offerings.
Commitment to Sustainability
Naked Farmer continues to emphasize its commitment to sustainable sourcing, managing to work closely with local farmers located within a 500-mile radius. This approach provides diners with increased access to fresh ingredients and supports the local agricultural economy.
Conclusion
With its relocation to a contemporary office space and the anticipated opening of a new restaurant in Sarasota, Naked Farmer is positioning itself for continued growth and community engagement. The brand’s efforts to connect local farmers with consumers while promoting sustainability are central to its mission as it expands its footprint across Florida.
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- Tampa Bay Business and Wealth
- Herald-Tribune
- St. Pete Catalyst
- Business Observer
- Florida Trend
- Wikipedia: Farm-to-table
- Google Search: Naked Farmer restaurant
- Google Scholar: Restaurant sustainability
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Farm-to-table
- Google News: Naked Farmer
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