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The Daily Dish Below Deck Mediterranean

Captain Sandy Yawn Has an Exciting & Unexpected New Business Venture

The Below Deck Mediterranean boss just purchased a 7,600-square-foot commercial building in Jacksonville, Florida and revealed her plans for the space. 

By Abby Feiner
Captain Sandy Yawn New Restaurant

Below Deck Mediterranean's Captain Sandy Yawn is planning to add restaurant owner to her impressive list of accomplishments in business. 

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The Jacksonville Daily Record reports that Captain Sandy purchased a 7,600-square-foot commercial building on June 7 for $185,000, news that she confirmed herself in a recent Tweet. "SOLD!  Working on the details and plans for my new project in JAX," she wrote in the post. "Need a name for the restaurant & rooftop bar."

While her followers offered plenty of suggestions, she hasn't yet committed to a name. However, she told News4Jax that she is considering "The Chambers" for the second floor. 

Captain Sandy recently opened up to News4Jax.com about her specific plans to turn the former firehouse into a restaurant.  “There’s going to be three (floors): the rooftop lounge, the second floor, which will be a private club," she said. "And then the first floor, which will be an open restaurant.” 

In a Facebook post, Captain Sandy explained her choice of location for her latest venture. "Downtown Jacksonville is becoming a Superyacht destination! The history here is rich with a vibrant culture. I am personally invested in this city. My sister created her school for children with autism and has not stopped!" she wrote. "I hope you plan a trip to Jacksonville and discover the beautiful waterways and culture that this vibrant city has to offer. I just bought a 106 year old firehouse downtown to convert into a restaurant with a rooftop lounge. Now the journey begins!"

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