These Backwoods brothers are all “head in the clouds” vibes over their subsequent huge transfer!
Again in November, we reported that Jesse and Tyler Rice determined to shut Backwoods Bistro to deal with a future endeavor that they had in the works. We shared somewhat tease that one door was closing in order that one other might open! Properly, we are able to now elaborate fairly a bit extra, and can hold you all up to date alongside the means.
As we speak, I’m thrilled to annouce that Backwoods has closed on the buy of the previous Harbor Home constructing in Panacea and so they have instantly began renovations.
Enjoyable truth, Backwoods common supervisor, Stacy Welch celebrated her each birthday from ages 15-22 at the Harbor Home, so that is undoubtedly a ardour undertaking for her, a dreamy full circle second! She grew up in the Panacea/Ochlochnee space and the Rice brothers grew up in Sopchoppy, so that they’re “making an attempt to faucet in to that nostalgia of our previous hometown”, mentioned Stacy.
“The Harbor Home was a Wakulla County staple for therefore lengthy. My mates dad and mom truly owned and operated it. It was nice for birthday dinners and nights out with your loved ones. As we bought older it was a well-recognized place for late evening grasp outs doing karaoke and visiting after a protracted day of fishing”, mentioned Stacy.
Stacy continued, “To have the ability to open it once more in our hometown and produce again a bit of that historical past with a brand new twist is a tremendous alternative for a gaggle of children who grew up operating round the county. Its at all times good to come again dwelling and produce one thing new and enjoyable to the place you liked to develop up.”
Backwoods Bayside plans on rebuilding the dock and providing boat slips so the house could have marina entry as effectively. They’re considering of roughly a late Spring or early Summer season 2022 opening. Menu improvement is subsequent on their agenda, and we’ll make sure to hold our Tallahassee Foodies in the loop as we hear extra!
Additionally, don’t fear my foodie mates – Backwoods Crossing is right here to keep as they broaden to their new location in Panacea!
Backwoods Bayside will put up common renovation video updates at their Instagram and Fb pages. Observe alongside right here at Tallahassee Foodies, as effectively as their socials for all newest protection of their enjoyable, new journey. Who’s prepared for somewhat street journey for some superb meals???
