Deli closes Sarasota location, plans new concept at UTC

The Original Wolfie's menu includes sandwiches like Reuben, pastrami, corned beef and chicken salad, among others, plus bagels, breads, soups, salads and desserts.
The Original Wolfie's menu includes sandwiches like Reuben, pastrami, corned beef and chicken salad, among others, plus bagels, breads, soups, salads and desserts.
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A deli that had two locations in Sarasota County has shuttered its downtown Sarasota spot and announced plans to open a new concept in the UTC area. The Original Wolfie's and Rascal House closed its restaurant July 3 in the Rosemary District on Boulevard of the Arts. The eatery opened in November 2023 to long lines and crowds that required the owners to close briefly to hire more staff, the Business Observer previously reported.

 

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