St. Petersburg’s New Boutique Condominium to Feature First U.S. Location of Savage Coffees

St. Petersburg Welcomes New Boutique Condominium and Coffee Shop

ST. PETERSBURG — A new boutique condominium tower named The Nolen is approaching its completion in downtown St. Petersburg. The building promises to add a fresh living space and retail options to the booming area. Located at 126 4th Ave. NE, The Nolen will stand 23 stories tall and will house a total of 31 residential units.

New Coffee Shop to Debut in Tower

In a significant development, the ground-level retail space of The Nolen has been sold to Savage Coffees, a celebrated Panamanian coffee company. This will mark the company’s first retail location in the United States, occupying approximately 2,091 square feet of prime retail space in the building. Jamison and Leslie Savage, the founders of Savage Coffees, have a family connection to St. Petersburg, enhancing the local appeal of their business.

A Focus on Quality Coffee

Known for its Geisha variety coffee, which has received accolades at the World Barista Championships, Savage Coffees is set to bring its high-quality brews to the neighborhood. Bowen Arnold, of DDA Development, stated that establishing an upscale coffee shop in the area is a natural fit due to local foot traffic, especially given the proximity to Beach Drive, a vibrant and bustling part of the city.

Potential for Evening Transformation

The café is also contemplating the addition of a backroom lounge area that could transform into a wine bar during evening hours, appealing to both coffee lovers and those looking for a relaxing nighttime experience.

Delays Post-Hurricanes

However, the opening of The Nolen has encountered some setbacks. Recent hurricanes have caused construction delays that could push back the anticipated opening until the end of February. In addition, Savage Coffees is navigating the city’s permitting process, which has been further delayed by requests for storm repairs.

Pop-Up Concept Before Grand Opening

To maintain engagement ahead of the official café launch, Savage Coffees plans to introduce its offerings through a pop-up concept. Using a retrofitted van, they aim to provide a taste of their coffee while they finalize their storefront location.

Conclusion

As The Nolen nears completion, with its upscale living spaces and new local coffee shop, the downtown area of St. Petersburg appears set for an exciting development. Residents and visitors alike wait eagerly for the opening of Savage Coffees and the opportunity to enjoy both high-quality coffee and a potential social space.