WHAT:
Café on St. Armands, the highly anticipated reimagining of Café L’Europe, is now officially open! This Mediterranean-inspired dining destination brings bold flavors, vibrant spaces, and a modern twist to the heart of St. Armands Circle. With a variety of new ways to serve you, whether you’re stopping by for coffee and pastries at Café Soleil, enjoying tapas and cocktails at The Wet Bar, or gathering with friends for a fun, fresh shareable meal, Café on St. Armands is ready to welcome you.
Proprietors Amanda and John Horne announce the appointment of a new management team to ensure that the restaurant delivers the Five Star hospitality experience that fans have come to expect from parent company, Oysters Rock Hospitality.
- Managing Partner, Eleni Sokos (and ORH Executive Vice President)
- Chef Jeremy Wehr, Kitchen Manager
- Jason Simpson, Assistant General Manager
- Suleika Morales, Hospitality and Parties Manager
- McKenzie Taflinger, Assistant Kitchen Manager
- Don Lock, Manager
- Jayna Saulo, Pastry Chef and Manager, Café Soleil
The restaurant’s fresh new concept reflects the vision – and spirit – of Managing Partner Eleni Sokos, who designed the menu with the help of ORH Head of Culinary, Will Parard
WHEN:
Open Daily!
- Café Soleil: 8 AM – 2 PM
- The Wet Bar: 10 AM – Last Call
- Main Dining: 10 AM – 9 PM (Friday & Saturday till 10 PM)
WHERE:
431 St. Armands Cir, Sarasota, FL 34236
DETAILS:
Mediterranean Cuisine Reimagined: Small plates, vibrant dishes, and bold Southern European and Middle Eastern flavors.
Café Soleil: Start your day at our walk-up bar serving gourmet coffee, house made pastries, breakfast tapas, and grab-and-go options.
The Wet Bar: Relax with creative cocktails and bar bites in a Gatsby-inspired lounge.
Happy Hour: Enjoy daily specials from 2 PM – 5 PM and again from 9 PM to close.
All-Day Dining: Shareable plates and vibrant dishes served in a welcoming atmosphere designed to bring people together.
We’re Hiring!
Café on St. Armands is looking for passionate and dedicated team members to join our growing crew. We’re hiring for all positions, with a primary focus on daytime shifts. If you’re interested in being part of an exciting new café experience, apply today at OystersRock.net/careers/.
WHY:
Café on St. Armands is more than a restaurant: it’s a destination. Blending Mediterranean soul with Sarasota charm, the reimagined Café offers something for everyone, whether you’re grabbing a quick coffee, enjoying a leisurely brunch, or celebrating with cocktails and tapas.
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About Oysters Rock Hospitality (ORH):
Led by award-winning restaurateurs and philanthropists John and Amanda Horne, ORH is a team of passionate hospitality experts dedicated to creating Five Star Fun experiences for every guest. Our vision of impeccable hospitality is to ensure that everyone at our table knows that they belong. Oysters Rock’s brand portfolio includes the locally-beloved Anna Maria Oyster Bars and the vibrant, newly-reimagined Café on St Armands, and our philanthropic arm, Shuckin’ Good Cause, which encompasses initiatives like Dive Into Reading, the Employee Relief Fund, and enhances our community through our Pillars of Philanthropy: Education, Heroes, Affiliations, and Quality of Life. Find more information online at OystersRock.net | 941-761-7797
MEDIA ASSETS:
High-resolution images can be found here
MEDIA CONTACT:
Taylor Escobar
Marketing Coordinator
Oysters Rock Hospitality
Taylor@OystersRock.net
941-761-7797