Spinnaker rebranding as Spinnaker Beachside Grill

PANAMA CITY BEACH - Spinnaker is ending its days as a nightclub and rebranding as Spinnaker Beachside Grill.

In a press release, the former spring break is ending it's 50 year run, in favor of a "new way of thinking."

“The Beach has changed dramatically over the past decade. The old days of being a party destination were fun while they lasted, but transitioning into a family-friendly destination is not optional. Spinnaker must and will adapt," owner and operator Sparky Sparkman stated in the news release. “But not to worry, we’re still going to be the best place on the beach for a burger and a beer, and our live music is enshrined in our roots - we just think it is time to get serious about our food.”

Spinnaker recently held its last “Beach Club” New Year's Eve party. The event was marketed to generate speculation about what the future of the beach club — founded in 1972 — would be.

The "final version" of the new Spinnaker is  "still evolving" has "much to do" with the impact of Hurricane Michael, and the new Spinnaker Beachside Grill is coming in Spring 2019, the release stated.

Details about the new Spinnaker Beachside Grill have not yet been released but the Paradise Burgers, Fish Tacos and Spin Mac n Cheese “aren’t going anywhere,” according to the news release. More details about the upcoming changes and the 2019 menu are expected to be released on Spinnaker’s social media sites and new website eatatspinnaker.com.