The Chef's Table and The Tasting Room will expand into Winter Garden's historic Bond Building, adding a larger kitchen, second‑floor private dining/event spaces and expanded covered outdoor dining slated for a mid‑2027 opening
Executive summary: The Chef's Table and The Tasting Room announced plans to expand into the historic Bond Building at 2 and 12 West Plant Street in Winter Garden, Florida, with a larger kitchen, second‑floor private dining and event areas, and expanded covered outdoor dining, targeting a mid‑2027 opening. The project will increase dining and event capacity in the city’s historic district, stimulate local tourism, create construction and hospitality jobs, and support the adaptive reuse of a landmark building.
Who is involved: The Chef's Table and The Tasting Room (restaurant operators), Winter Garden city officials and historic preservation authorities, and the owners of the Bond Building.
Likely next: Renovation and permitting work will proceed through late 2026 and early 2027, with construction expected to finish in time for a mid‑2027 opening; hiring and menu updates will be announced as the build‑out progresses.
The announcement signals continued private investment in Winter Garden’s downtown core, leveraging the city’s historic brick building to create additional dining capacity and event space. By expanding into the Bond Building, the two award‑winning restaurants aim to attract more visitors and support local employment while contributing to the preservation of a landmark structure. The move reflects a broader trend of restaurateurs revitalizing historic properties to differentiate their offerings in a competitive market.
Timeline
- — The Chef's Table and The Tasting Room to Expand into Winter Garden's Historic Bond Building (PR Newswire)
Analysis — what this means
Likely next events
- Mid‑2027 opening of the expanded restaurant spaces in the Bond Building
Sectors affected
- Full‑service restaurant sector in Winter Garden, FL
- Historic property redevelopment
- Local hospitality tourism
Regulatory implications
- Must secure historic preservation approval from the Winter Garden Heritage Board
- Must comply with the Florida Building Code for restaurant occupancy and fire safety
- Must meet ADA accessibility standards for the new dining and event spaces