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Whole Foods, Whataburger and a New Hospice Line: What's Opening (and Closing) Around The 239

It's a busy stretch for openings, closings and confirmations across Naples and the Fort Myers/Bonita corridor. Here's what's genuinely new this week, entity by entity.

The biggest confirmed news this week is that Whole Foods Market will anchor Vitano, an 82-acre mixed-use development planned at Davis and Santa Barbara boulevards in East Naples, according to Gulfshore Business. Meanwhile Vuori opened its first Naples store at Waterside Shops, and Whataburger debuted its first Southwest Florida location in south Fort Myers.

Whole Foods Confirmed for Vitano, East Naples

LocationDavis & Santa Barbara Blvds, East Naples
Project size82-acre mixed-use master plan
StatusAnchor tenant confirmed

Whole Foods is set to anchor Vitano, a sprawling mixed-use development, according to Gulfshore Business' "Tim Aten Knows" column. Read the full report.

Vuori Opens at Waterside Shops

LocationWaterside Shops, Naples
Size4,000 square feet
OpenedSeptember 4, 2026

The athletic wear brand launched its Naples debut on September 4, featuring its signature "styled for life" product line, per Gulfshore Business. See the opening details.

Whataburger's First Southwest Florida Location

LocationSouth Fort Myers
Seating86 guests, 24-hour service
OpenedSeptember 10, 2026

Whataburger's first Southwest Florida restaurant opened today with dine-in and drive-through service, according to Gulfshore Business, with a second Estero location expected to follow. Read more.

Avow Hospice Expands Into Lee County

Naples-based Avow, a hospice care provider, is expanding its service area into Lee County, according to Florida Weekly's reporting. See the coverage.

Alamo Drafthouse is closing its cinema at Mercato in North Naples, according to Gulfshore Business, while furniture retailer Robb & Stucky named Manny Sciberras as its new president, per Florida Weekly. Both are genuine business developments this pull, distinct from the retail and restaurant openings above.

Alamo Drafthouse Closing at Mercato

The North Naples cinema is closing its Mercato location. Read Gulfshore Business' report.

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