The Villages, FL — Exciting news for residents and future homeowners: several new businesses in The Villages are now open or opening soon, from restaurants and hotels to shopping, golf, and services. The newly opened Bellaire Executive Golf Course began welcoming golfers on Wednesday, November 5 in the Eastport area, and the brand-new Prime & Embers Steakhouse has officially opened its doors — joining a lineup that includes Publix, Walmart, and more. It’s all part of The Villages’ next wave of growth across Eastport, Middleton, and along SR-44.
Updated November 2025 — Bellaire Golf and Prime & Embers are now open.
Eastport has now officially opened with its first restaurants, Bellaire Executive Golf, and Portside Coffee Bar. See the full update here: Eastport The Villages now open.
⛳ Bellaire Executive Golf Course – Now Open
Confirmed! The Bellaire Executive Golf Course officially opened on Wednesday, November 5 in the Eastport area. This brand-new Level 2, par-27, 9-hole course is already drawing players eager for a fresh challenge — whether you prefer a relaxed round or sharpening your short game. With scenic fairways and a convenient location near Eastport, Bellaire adds a major new highlight to The Villages’ golf offerings.
🥩 Prime & Embers Steakhouse – Now Open in Eastport
The newest restaurant from FMK Hospitality Group is now officially open in Eastport. Prime & Embers delivers an upscale steakhouse experience similar to Bluefin and Harvest, with premium steaks, seafood, craft cocktails, and patio seating overlooking the water. Early guests have already praised the atmosphere, service, and quality — making this one of the most talked-about new businesses in The Villages.
🍝 Eastport Hotel & Mediterranean Restaurant – A Key Part of the New Businesses The Villages Expansion
The Eastport Hotel will open January 9, 2026, featuring a Mediterranean-style restaurant and an ice-cream shop overlooking the lake and resort pool — giving the Eastport waterfront its own dining and lodging destination.
🎶 Eastport Main Street Shops & Entertainment – Exciting New Openings in The Villages
Eastport’s new downtown district includes boutique shops, outdoor dining patios, and a covered live-music venue larger than Sawgrass Grove. Each storefront shows off unique architectural flair — a mix of European charm and retro ’70s design — perfect for evening strolls and weekend entertainment.
🛒 Publix at Middleton – A Major New Business for The Villages’ South End
Confirmed by The Daily Sun, a brand-new Publix supermarket is coming near the Charter School campus. It will anchor a small retail plaza that also includes a nail salon and Chinese restaurant — much-needed convenience for residents in family-friendly Middleton.
⛽ 7-Eleven & Car Wash – Convenience Joins the List of New Businesses The Villages Residents Will Use
Construction is nearly finished — the pumps and pavement are in, and opening is expected by early 2026. Once US-301 expands to four lanes, a new traffic light will improve access to this corner convenience stop.
🛍️ Walmart Supercenter (SR-44 & Morse Blvd.) – Big Retail Joins New Businesses in The Villages
The massive Walmart Supercenter on SR-44 is wrapping up construction and could open before Christmas 2025. The project includes a full gas station and multiple entrances for smoother traffic flow — a major plus for south-side Villagers.
🏨 Hamlin Hotel – Welcoming Visitors to the Next Wave of New Businesses The Villages Offers
Across from the Charter High School, the new Hamlin Hotel will feature 110 rooms across three floors and serve visiting families and athletic-event guests — another step toward making Middleton a year-round community.
🥗 Future Grocery Store at Eastport – Expanding New Businesses The Villages Residents Will Love
Developers have reserved a pad near the Eastport recreation complex for a future grocery store. The brand hasn’t been announced yet, but locals are already speculating — another sign Eastport is quickly becoming a full-service hub of new businesses in The Villages.
✨ Quick Take
Between Prime & Embers, the Eastport Hotel, Publix, Walmart, and 7-Eleven, The Villages is welcoming more places to eat, shop, and stay than ever before. These new businesses in The Villages bring energy and excitement to every corner of our growing community.
For official updates, visit the Villages community news page.
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The Walmart Supercenter near Morse Blvd. and SR-44 is expected to open before Christmas 2025.
Eastport, located just a short distance away, has also officially opened with new restaurants, Bellaire Executive Golf, and Portside Coffee Bar. See the full update here: https://onlyvillages.com/eastport-the-villages/
It’s at the intersection of SR-44 and Morse Blvd., convenient to residents near Brownwood and southern Villages neighborhoods.
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