Watershed Hospitality Concepts Acquires 8 Ball Lounge Independent Local Restaurant Company Adds Two Siblings, Closes One

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The Watershed Hospitality Concepts family is pleased to announce the addition of the 8 Ball Lounge to the siblings in their portfolio.  Chip White and Mike Quillen took the reins of the neighborhood bar this Fall and will continue the 8 Ball’s tradition of good times, karaoke, well-made cocktails, pool tables and dart boards, all in a smoke-free local tavern. With a reputation as Sarasota's Premier Pool and Dart Haven and with the friendly vibes neighborhood bars aspire to, 8 Ball Lounge has been delivering its unique brand of hospitality for over twenty years. Additionally, WHC has elected to conclude operations at one of its downtown restaurants, Pie On Main, as it looks ahead and focuses on the growth of their other properties.  The independent restaurant family includes the venerable Red Barn Bar and WHC’s three restaurants, Blasé Martini Bar on Siesta Key and Cask & Ale and Lefty’s Oyster & Seafood Bar in Downtown Sarasota. Look for more to come on 8 Ball Lounge in December.

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