University Town Center - Sarasota
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University Town Center (UTC) in Sarasota is the premier shopping and lifestyle destination on Florida’s Gulf Coast, attracting an affluent mix of residents, seasonal visitors, and tourists drawn to its vibrant retail and dining scene. Conveniently located at the intersection of I-75 and University Parkway, UTC serves as a central hub for Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and the greater Tampa Bay region, offering an upscale, open-air shopping experience. The center is home to a strong lineup of national and luxury brands, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Apple, Tesla, and Lululemon, catering to a mix of high-end shoppers and everyday consumers. Weekdays see steady traffic from local professionals and re
L.L. Bean, the renowned outdoor clothing and gear retailer, is making its Florida debut with a 17,000-square-foot store at University Town Center in Sarasota. The store, located at 111 N. Cattlemen Road, will open later this spring in the former Bed Bath & Beyond space, near Target, Best Buy, and Old Navy.
This marks L.L. Bean’s first store in the southeastern U.S., as the brand’s retail presence has traditionally been concentrated in the Northeast, including Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
