305 Hospitality Group: In the News
305 Hospitality Group, led by Robert Rivera and Kerly Tinajero, has been making significant strides in the South Florida hospitality scene, earning recognition for their innovative concepts and meticulous execution.
Santos Kitchen + Lounge Opening
Recently, 305 Hospitality Group announced the opening of Santos Kitchen + Lounge in downtown Tampa. The Tulum-themed venue, located at 101 N Franklin Street, is set to offer a unique dining experience with a DJ booth at the center of the bar and outdoor seating. The grand opening, featuring Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, highlights the group’s ability to blend local culture with international flair (That's So Tampa) (St Pete Catalyst).
EDGE Eatery
After much anticipation, the beautiful new Edge Eatery has has its grand opening today at 1572 Central Avenue in the EDGE District, on the ground floor of the Fusion building. The sparkling new space features three unique food concepts in its main cafeteria, plus an upscale lounge hidden behind the eatery area, giving it a total of five different bars.
The long awaited food hall, bar and lounge soft opened two weeks ago, and is celebrating the grand opening this weekend with a massive party in The District Lounge on Friday, July 15. Now fully in operation, Edge Eatery is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including a stellar weekend brunch. (Ilovetheburg).
EDGE Collective Urban Market Place
In another notable venture, 305 Hospitality Group collaborated with the Collective Edge to launch the EDGE Collective Urban Market Place in St. Petersburg. This pop-up market featured vendors operating out of sustainable shipping containers, offering a unique retail and dining experience. This initiative further underscores the group's commitment to supporting local entrepreneurs and fostering community growth (St Pete Catalyst) .
Room 901 in Las Olas Blvd
Robert Rivera's expertise extends to the development of Room 901 on Las Olas Boulevard, a project he spearheaded for Brown-Forman. This upscale venue has garnered attention for its sophisticated design and premium offerings, earning a feature in Forbes Magazine. The success of Room 901 is a testament to Rivera's innovative vision and execution prowess in the hospitality industry.
Accolades and Features
Over the past two years, 305 Hospitality Group's venues have been highlighted in Forbes Magazine and the Tampa Bay Times for their excellence in design and contribution to the local dining scene. Forbes Magazine praised the group's innovative approach, stating, "305 Hospitality Group stands at the forefront of South Florida’s hospitality industry, setting new standards with their visionary concepts" (St Pete Catalyst) .