Connors Steak & Seafood Celebrates Three Decades of Growth with Florida Expansion

Award-winning steakhouse chain adds two new Florida locations, marking significant milestones across multiple markets.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Connors Steak & Seafood, one of the nation's premier upscale-casual steakhouse concepts, is celebrating more than three decades of growth as it expands in Florida with a new Tallahassee location and an upcoming Naples restaurant. The expansion reinforces the brand's steady growth and its commitment to delivering "Superior Dining Experiences. Every Day."

Founded in 1992, Connors Steak & Seafood began with a vision to serve the finest steaks and freshest seafood in a warm, welcoming atmosphere where genuine hospitality sets the tone. That vision still guides the company today as it grows across the Southeast in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky and Florida.

"From day one, our goal has been to combine quality ingredients, expert preparation and heartfelt service," said Rick Tasman, chief executive officer of Connor Concepts. "Even as we expand into new markets, that same philosophy drives every decision we make."

Following successful launches in Louisville and Alpharetta in 2023, Connors continues its growth in Florida. The Tallahassee location, which opened in spring 2025, has already been voted best steakhouse in Tallahassee by Tallahassee Magazine. The Naples location is expected to open by early 2026, bringing the brand's signature menu of USDA Prime steaks, fresh U.S.D.C.-inspected seafood and craft cocktails to the market.

"Florida has been incredibly welcoming to Connors Steak & Seafood," said Mike Connor, founder and chairman of Connor Concepts. "With Fort Myers, Sarasota and Tallahassee thriving, expanding in this region was a natural next step."

Connors Steak & Seafood's reputation for excellence is reflected in consistent recognition, including OpenTable's Top 100 Most Loved Restaurants in America (2022, 2023), Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America (2023) and Best Upscale Restaurant from the Huntsville Business Journal (2024). The Sarasota location has been named best steakhouse by Sarasota Magazine nearly every year since 2019.

With 17 restaurants currently open across the Connors Steak & Seafood and The Chop House brands, the group's steady growth continues. Beyond the Naples opening, two additional The Chop House restaurants are planned for 2026 in Alcoa, Tennessee, and Huntsville, Alabama.

Connors Steak & Seafood locations open at 11 a.m. daily to serve a thoughtfully curated lunch menu with the same premium ingredients and expert preparation that define the dinner menu.

About Connors Steak & Seafood

Connors Steak & Seafood is an award-winning restaurant offering premium steaks, fresh U.S.D.C.-inspected seafood and an extensive wine selection in an elegant yet comfortable atmosphere. Each location opens at 11 a.m. daily. For more information, visit www.connorsrestaurant.com.

About The Chop House

Founded in 1992, The Chop House is an upscale-casual steakhouse concept featuring hand-cut premium steaks, fresh seafood and craft cocktails. Part of the Connor Concepts restaurant group, The Chop House has locations across the Southeast. For more information, visit www.TheChopHouse.com.