Seafood and steak restaurant opens in Manatee County

A new seafood and steak restaurant with two locations in Southwest Florida has opened in Manatee County. Oar & Iron, an upscale casual brand that has restaurants in Fort Myers and Naples, is now serving patrons in Parrish.

The new restaurant is within the Creekside Commons plaza, at 8710 U.S. 301 N., Unit 120. It spans nearly 5,500 square feet and can accommodate more than 225 patrons, according to a statement.

On the menu are appetizers, soups, salads, burgers, seafood, steaks and other entrees. Among the offerings are the New England lobster roll, prime rib roast and diver scallops.