A new nautical-themed, seafood-focused bar and restaurant is headed to one of the most bustling blocks in all of St.Pete.

From the owners of downtown hotspots Yard of Ale and 260 First comes a brand new concept called Nauti Duchess, which will debut out of the former Caddy’s space at 217 Central Ave.

St. Pete Rising says that Nauti Duchess will occupy the entirety of the 7,000 square-foot building, and hopes to open its doors by April 2023. Although intense renovations might delay the bar and restaurant’s complete buildout, its courtyard will be open for casual drinks during every First Friday starting on March 1, according to ILovetheBurg.

Although fresh seafood will certainly be a star on Nauti Duchess’ menu, the upcoming bar and restaurant will also offer tapas, rustic small plates, and charcuterie with “an array of locally and sustainably sourced meats and protein.”

Alongside a seasonally rotating food menu, Nauti Duchess will also offer modern takes on classic cocktails like old fashioneds, dirty martinis, margaritas and Long Island iced teas, according to its social media pages.

Sarasota-based Segreti’s Hospitality Group, the folks behind Nauti Duchess, also own and operate St. Pete hotspots Yard of Ale and 260 First, although its upcoming concept might be its biggest yet.

Downtown St. Pete’s Caddy’s closed amidst 2020’s Covid-19 pandemic and Segreti’s Hospitality Group purchased the building shortly after that. In late 2020, the group announced plans to open two different concepts called Pizza N’ Brew and The Brickyard out of the historic Central Avenue building, but has since then pivoted to Nauti Duchess instead.

When Nauti Duchess opens its doors later this year, guests can expect live music in its courtyard (which former Caddy’s patrons will appreciate), locally-sourced ingredients and a multi-million dollar buildout.

For the latest information on downtown St. Pete’s newest bar and restaurant, head to its Facebook and Instagram, both at @nautiduchess.