01/26/2026
After 20 unforgettable years, the doors of Anita’s Family Restaurant in Nokomis are closing for good. 💙
This place has been more than a restaurant — it’s been a second home. We’ve shared meals, milestones, laughter, late nights, and countless memories with this incredible community. From our loyal guests to our past and present team members, you’ve all been part of the Anita’s family, and we are deeply grateful.
While it’s never easy to say goodbye, this moment has been a long time coming — and it comes with excitement, not sadness. Change is in the air, and it’s time for the next chapter.
We’re proud to say Anita’s is evolving into Blue Barracuda, soon to be Nokomis’s top destination for live entertainment, craft cocktails, and bold food fusions. A fresh brand, a new energy, and a whole new experience — while still being rooted in the community we love.
Thank you for 20 amazing years. This isn’t the end — it’s a rebrand, a reinvention, and a big leap forward.
We can’t wait to welcome you back soon. 🐟🔥
— The Anita’s (and soon-to-be Blue Barracuda) Family
If you want it shorter, more emotional, or more hype-forward, I can tweak it in seconds.
we were breakfast & lunch no late nights
Got it — thanks for the clarification. Here’s a revised version that stays true to your breakfast & lunch roots, keeps the heart, and still builds excitement for Blue Barracuda:
After 20 incredible years, Anita’s Family Restaurant in Nokomis is closing its doors for good. 💙
For two decades, we had the honor of being part of your mornings and mid-day routines — serving breakfast, lunch, and a whole lot of memories along the way. This restaurant was never just about food; it was about family, familiar faces, and a community that supported us year after year.
To our loyal guests, dedicated staff, and everyone who walked through our doors — thank you. Your support is the reason Anita’s lasted as long as it did, and we are forever grateful.
While saying goodbye is bittersweet, this change has been a long time coming, and we’re excited to finally turn the page. We are rebranding and reopening soon as Blue Barracuda, on track to become Nokomis’s top destination for live entertainment, craft cocktails, and standout food fusions.
Thank you for 20 amazing years of mornings, lunches, and memories. This isn’t the end — it’s a bold new beginning.
We can’t wait to welcome you back soon. 🐟✨
— The Anita’s (soon-to-be Blue Barracuda) Family
