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Changing handsConfirmed

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547 Mary Esther Cut Off Nw · Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

New owners are taking over this restaurant.

Stage: Changing hands
First filing: Mar 9, 2026
Latest update: Apr 1, 2026
Records: 2 from 2 sources
Evidence: Confirmed
Neighborhood: Fort Walton Beach

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Project timeline

Apr 1, 2026 · New owner approved for the restaurant license
Restaurant license
Mar 9, 2026 · Liquor license issued · full liquor (restaurant)
Liquor license

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Confirmedtwo matching records, or a news report
Filedone official record
Spotted 90 days before openinghow early the first filing came

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