GONE WITH THE WIND

Newly Renovated Restaurant El Mandilón Closes, Just Weeks After Its Debut

The Starlite Room transformed into El Mandilón six weeks ago. Now owner Tyler Yurckonis has pulled the plug.

New to town

The Starlite Room Reopens as El Mandilón

The restaurant's transformation into a 'craft Mexican' restaurant will be featured in the new Food Network show, Restaurant Flip.

Second coming

The Starlite Room has closed, but the owner plans to reopen soon, thanks in part to a new TV deal.

Preview

Solo artists shine in the third annual fest, coming up in January.

12/08/2016 By Kay Kipling

Weekend Planner

Comedy, bluegrass, a full-moon cruise and more.

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Spirits of Sarasota

This week: a creamy, minty after-theater indulgence from the Starlite Room.

Weekend Planner

Blues, Brews & BBQ; Mind Games, a Pool Moon Party and more.

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Article

A concert this Saturday will benefit suicide prevention programs for LGBTQ youth.

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