Bring Your Business to The City Beautiful
Coral Gables is a vibrant, walkable, and sophisticated destination where retail and restaurants thrive. Whether you’re considering relocating your business or exploring investment opportunities, the City Beautiful offers strong consumer demand, high visibility, and personalized support every step of the way.
Our Economic Development team is here to assist our business community at every stage—from opening to thriving in the Gables.
Coral Gables offers an unparalleled environment for retailers and restaurateurs:
• A thriving mix of residents, visitors, and professionals
• Dynamic retail corridors including Miracle Mile, Giralda Plaza, and the Innovation & Design District
• A business‑friendly city culture dedicated to helping your concept succeed
Our team works closely with new and existing businesses to ensure a smooth experience from start to finish, offering:
• Site selection guidance and tenant matching with local property owners
• Pre‑opening and permitting assistance
• Ribbon-cutting coordination
• Ongoing engagement with our merchant community
Visit the Starting a Business page to learn how and where to apply for important requirements such as the Certificate of Use and Local Business Tax License, along with zoning, signage, window wrap standards, and more.
Our department actively partners with property owners and leasing teams to strengthen the retail landscape across the city. We can assist with:
• Tenant-matching support to connect you with qualified prospects that enhance the city’s retail mix
• Market insights and district strengths
• Guidance rooted in the city’s overarching retail strategy
Based on our current retail strategy, we recommend focusing retail recruitment on the following high‑performing concepts to maintain a balanced and successful tenant mix:
• Home Design & Gifting Concepts
• Women’s & Men’s Fashion and Accessories
• Chef‑Driven Restaurant Concepts (ideal for existing restaurant‑use spaces)
These categories align with demand trends and complement the character of our most active commercial districts.
Connect With Us
Whether you are a property owner or broker looking to connect for tenant matching or a business looking to expand/relocate within the Gables, our Business Community Manager is available to assist. For questions, guidance, or to start a conversation, email Solanch Lopez at slopez@coralgables.com or call 305-569-1835.