LOCAL BITES

CRAVINGS SECOND HELPINGS

There are certain foods we dream about and indulge in again and again, but what are the cravings of those who cook for a living? We asked local chefs and restaurateurs to reveal the dishes they can’t get enough of.

By Mark Spivak

Angelo Romano, Paradiso Ristorante, Lake Worth Craves: Smoked wahoo crudo, The Grove, Delray Beach

“I’m an admirer of chef Tony Coddington’s creative style of cooking. We have customers in common, and I fi rst went there with some of them We have customers in common, and I fi rst went there with some of them many years ago. The best way to serve wahoo is rare or medium rare, and many years ago. The best way to serve wahoo is rare or medium rare, and the pleasant smokiness of the dish is a great contrast with the raw texture of the fi sh, [which is] perfectly complemented by pickled onions.” (thegrovedelray.com)

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Lisabet Summa, Big Time Lisabet Summa, Big Time Restaurant Group Restaurant Group Craves: Veggie grain bowl, Hive Craves: Veggie grain bowl, Hive Bakery & Café, West Palm Beach Bakery & Café, West Palm Beach

“This is my favorite spot for a veg“This is my favorite spot for a vegetarian lunch. The bowl has Anson Mills etarian lunch. The bowl has Anson Mills brown rice, red quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, feta for protein, and mint leaves for additional fl avor—lots of low-glycemic carbs along with fi ber and vitamins. It’s perfect if you’re on the move during the day and want something healthy to grab and go.” (hivebakeryandcafe.com)

Trinnette Morris, Trindy Gourmet, West Palm Beach @ BELLAROSABLOG

Craves: Oxtail and grits, Craves: Oxtail and grits, Big John’s Eatery, West Palm Beach

“Big John’s is the only place where I’ve ever thought his grits were better than mine. They’re thick, creamy, and delicious. The oxtail is seasoned to perfection, just like grandma would make—fork tender, simple, and straightforward. You can have them for brunch on Saturday and Sunday, but make sure you get there early before they sell out.” (bigjohnseatery.com)

GABRIELLA GIORGI

Vaughan Dugan, Kapow! Noodle

Bar, West Palm Beach and Bar, West Palm Beach and

Boca Raton Boca Raton

Craves: Filet mignon carpaccio, Craves: Filet mignon carpaccio,

MIA Kitchen & Bar, Delray Beach MIA Kitchen & Bar, Delray Beach

“When my wife and I get a night off “When my wife and I get a night off from raising our 6-year-old, we visit from raising our 6-year-old, we visit chef Jason Binder at MIA Kitchen. We always start with the fi let mignon carpaccio. He sources the best meat available, which is paramount with any good carpaccio. The crispy fried capers and toasted crumbs give it great texture, and the celery leaf adds a little brightness.” (mia.kitchen)

TARAKOENKE

Julien Gremaud, Avocado Grill, West Palm Beach, Avocado Cantina, Palm Beach Gardens Craves: Zucchini carpaccio, Café Sapori, West Palm Beach

“Café Sapori makes you feel welcome as soon as you walk through the door—it’s upscale dining without being pretentious. They take basic ingredients and elevate them to create an incredibly fl avorful dish. Zucchini is my favorite vegetable, and their treatment of it is light, fresh, and healthy.” (cafesaporicorp.com)

PAIRINGS FOR HEAVEN’S SAKE

SB MEDIA GROUP

Pairing sake with food takes many wine connoisseurs into unknown territory. We asked Art Piyavichayanon, owner of The Sea Southeast Asian Kitchen & Sushi Bar in Delray Beach, for guidance in navigating his extensive menu and robust sake list. (theseaasianbistro.com) —M.S.

The Dish: Gai Yang Chicken The Sake: Oze No Yukidoke Sake Behind the Pairing: “This roasted, organic half-chicken is served with turmeric rice, fried shallots, cilantro, jalapeño lime sauce, spicy tamarind, and cucumber mango slaw. It goes very well with Oze No Yukidoke Sake, a light-bodied sake with hints of wet stone and a super dry finish that pairs with fried foods, orange chicken, and meat and seafood options.”

SB MEDIA GROUP

The Dish: Filet Mignon Massaman The Sake: Sayuri Nigori Sake Behind the Pairing: “This grilled 8-ounce filet mignon is served with potato croquettes, tempura brussels sprouts, and cucumber slaw. I pair it with Sayuri Nigori Sake, an unfiltered sake with notes of cream, cherry blossom, and white grape. This is a full-bodied, sweet sake that is a good match with spicy dishes and grilled meat.”

SB MEDIA GROUP The Dish: Hong Kong–style

Chilean Sea Bass « The Sake: Bunraku Sake Behind the Pairing: “We steam the fish with fresh ginger, garlic spinach, scallions, leeks, shiitake mushrooms, and an umami soy broth. Bunraku Sake [has] intense notes of apple and poached pear with floral undertones. Rich and lush, with additional flavors of ripe melon and a hint of nuttiness, it pairs well with sashimi, seasoned foods, and steamed or grilled fish.”

A selective guide to Palm Beach-area restaurants

THE LISTINGS

The Palm Beach County dining scene has something for everyone, from funky burger bars and gastropubs to the glam style of iconic Palm Beach lounges. Here, find a listing of area standouts, organized by cuisine type, with descriptions, contact information, and price details for each. What the icons mean:

While not all-inclusive due to space limitations, our dining listings may vary every month and are constantly updated to showcase the culinary diversity of the area. Find more information on local dining options on palmbeachillustrated.com.

$ Dinner entree under $10 $$ Most entrees $10-$25 $$$ Most entrees $25 or more

NOTICE TO RESTAURATEURS: The establishments listed and their descriptions are printed at the discretion of the editors of Palm Beach Illustrated. They are not a form of advertisement, nor do they serve as a restaurant review. For more information, email editorial@palmbeachmedia.com

AMERICAN

AQUA GRILLE Savor coastal cuisine in beach house–inspired environs. 14121 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach (aquagrillejuno.com) $$ AVOCADO GRILL Chef Julien Gremaud offers flavorful Florida-Caribbean bites. 125 Datura St., West

Palm Beach (avocadogrillwpb.com) $$ BEACON This waterfront grille boasts Mediterranean dishes with a contemporary American feel. 1107

Lighthouse Rd., Jupiter (thebeaconjupiter.com) $$$ THE BLIND MONK The focus is on wine and small bites at this hip tapas bar. 410 Evernia St. #107, West

Palm Beach (theblindmonk.com) $$ BREEZE OCEAN KITCHEN Enjoy Floridian cuisine at this seaside gem at the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. 100

S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eaupalmbeach.com) $$ CITY CELLAR WINE BAR & GRILL Offering pizza, dry-aged steaks, pasta, and seafood. 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (citycellarwpb.com) $$ THE COOPER Practicing farm-to-table cooking in PGA

Commons. 4610 PGA Blvd. Suite 100, Palm Beach

Gardens (thecooperrestaurant.com) $$ CROSBY KITCHEN & BAR This stylish American bistro offers a Manhattan-meets-Palm Beach vibe. 1406 S.

Cypress Drive, Jupiter (crosbykitchenandbar.com) $$ EMBER GRILL For an upscale take on favorites from burgers to steak and even Peking duck, visit this classy restaurant inside The Ray hotel. 233 N.E. 2nd

Ave., Delray Beach (embergrilldelray.com) $$$ ENTRE NOUS BISTRO Home-style cooking commingles with gourmet fare. 123 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm

Beach (entrenousbistro.com) $$$ GREASE BURGER BAR The high-end burgers elevate pub cuisine to a divine experience. 213 Clematis St.,

West Palm Beach (greasewpb.com) $ THE GROVE Northern California’s food and wine culture take center stage at this upscale eatery. 187 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (thegrovedelray.com) $$$ KITCHEN Matthew Byrne opened his family-run eateries to serve sophisticated but not intimidating fare. 319 Belvedere Road #2, West Palm Beach; 5250 Donald Ross

Road #100, Palm Beach Gardens (kitchenpb.com) $$$ THE LEOPARD LOUNGE AND RESTAURANT In the

Chesterfield Hotel, this unique restaurant and bar offers dishes with English and Asian influences. 363 Cocoanut Row, Palm Beach (chesterfieldpb.com) $$$ MAXWELL’S PLUM The circa-1966 restaurant is revived, with upscale cuisine and cool cocktails. 12300 S. Shore

Blvd., Wellington (maxswellsplum.com) $$$ THE OFFICE This hip gastropub offers great comfort food and an impressive craft beer selection. 201 E.

Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (theofficedelray.com) $$ PALM BEACH BRISKET & BBQ This slow-roasted barbecue joint takes its time to produce quality products. 801 Village Blvd. #307, West Palm Beach (palmbeachbrisketandbbq.com) $$ PELICAN CAFÉ This charming restaurant offers a New

England ambience and melt-in-your-mouth doughnuts. 612 U.S. Hwy. 1, Lake Park (thepelicancafe.com) $$$

EDITORS’ PICKS TACOS

Zipitios Zipitios

Daphne Nikolopoulos, Daphne Nikolopoulos, Editor in Chief

Nothing tingles the taste buds like a Tinga D Pollo taco from Zipitios. This Mexican street food classic stars a stewed, shredded chicken in a zesty chili-tomato sauce with just a hint of smokiness, served with traditional accompaniments like queso fresco and salsa verde aioli. You’ll be dining at Grandview Public Market in West Palm Beach, but you’ll swear you’re in Playa del Carmen. (facebook.com/zipitios)

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Taco Chula

Kristen Desmond LeFevre, Contributing Editor

Don’t be deterred by the line at Taco Chula in Palm Beach Gardens—it moves fast—or the lack of places to sit—you’ll wolf down your food so quickly you won’t need a chair. Tucked away in the corner of a sleepy shopping plaza, this neighborhood secret serves up some of the best tacos anywhere. My favorite? It’s a three-way tie between the carnitas, the barbacoa, and the al pastor tacos, all served in double-hulled, handmade, soft corn tortillas. (tacochula.com)

Casa Linda

Mark Spivak, Wine and Spirits Editor

Located in a strip mall in Boynton Beach, Casa Linda is a hidden gem with a well-rounded menu. They serve variations of tacos al carbon, a dish that evolved from fajitas and essentially is an assembled version of that sizzling classic. Tacos al carbon are traditionally fi lled with steak, but Casa Linda also off ers chicken, carnitas, tilapia, or snapper. Lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, pico de gallo, and guacamole round out the presentation on handmade corn tortillas. (casalindamexican.com)

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Mary Murray, Executive Editor

Chef Clay Carnes slings addictive Latin street food at this Chef Clay Carnes slings addictive Latin street food at this petite outpost with a vibrant back patio in West Palm’s Antique Row district. Tacos come one per order, so you can savor a variety, from the beloved chancho (smoked pork with pickled pineapple salsa and cholo sauce), to tempura fried fi sh with the same toppings as the chancho, to short rib with spicy mayo, green papaya, and chancho, to short rib with spicy mayo, green papaya, and queso fresco. Be sure to ask about the daily vegetarian taco—brussels sprouts and caulifl ower are often in rotation— taco—brussels sprouts and caulifl ower are often in rotation— and order the yuca fries on the side. (cholosoycocina.com) (cholosoycocina.com)

PROPER GRIT Using only local ingredients, this gastropub in The Ben hotel pays homage to Old Florida. 251 N.

Narcissus Ave., West Palm Beach (propergrit.com) $$$ REBEL HOUSE An eclectic atmosphere and fun menu make Rebel House a favorite. 297 E. Palmetto Park

Road, Boca Raton (rebelhouseboca.com) $$ RESTAURANT 44 Creative, award-winning cuisine and contemporary classics served in a sleek, updated setting. Palm Beach Towers, 44 Cocoanut Row, Palm

Beach (restaurant44palmbeach.com) $$$ RH ROOFTOP The top fl oor of Restoration Hardware boasts a dazzling dining space. 560 Okeechobee

Blvd., West Palm Beach (restorationhardware.com) $$ SEASPRAY INLET GRILL Ocean views, live entertainment and a seasonal menu. 999 E. Camino Real,

Boca Raton (seasprayboca.com) $$ SURFSIDE DINER This casual breakfast and lunch spot serves classic comfort food in a diner space. 314 S.

County Road, Palm Beach (surfsidediner.com) $ SWIFTY’S AT THE COLONY Cosmopolitan dining meets island ease. 155 Hammon Ave., Palm Beach (thecolonypalmbeach.com) $$$ TABLE 26 The perfect spot for both romantic dates and business luncheon meetings. 1700 S. Dixie Hwy.,

West Palm Beach (table26palmbeach.com) $$$ TA-BOO Ta-boo has been serving American comfort food since 1941, and no one does it better. 221 Worth

Ave., Palm Beach (taboorestaurant.com) $$ TROY’S BARBEQUE Locals return for the superior barbecue. 3950 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach; 1920

S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (bbqtroys.com) $ TRUE FOOD KITCHEN Featuring food based on founder

Dr. Andrew Weil’s anti-infl ammatory diet principles. 700

S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach; 3101 PGA Blvd. #O200, Palm Beach Gardens, in The Gardens Mall; 6000

Glades Road Unit 1015A, Boca Raton, in the Town Center at Boca Raton (truefoodkitchen.com) $$ TUCKER DUKE’S LUNCHBOX Guilty pleasures—like tots topped with pulled pork and creative cheeseburgers—dominate the menu at this Boca lunch spot. 1658 N.

Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (tuckerdukes.com) $$ TWENTYTWENTY GRILLE TwentyTwenty does not hold back with its modern cuisine. 141 Via Naranjas,

Boca Raton (twentytwentygrille.com) $$$ THE WOODS Tiger Woods’ take on an upscale sports bar presents elevated American cuisine. 129 Soundings Ave., Jupiter (thewoods.tigerwoods.com) $$$

ASIAN

AKIRA BACK This hot spot inside The Ray hotel features eclectic Korean-Japanese cuisine from

Michelin-starred chef Akira Back. 233 N.E. 2nd. Ave.,

Delray Beach (akirabackdelray.com) $$ ALLEY CAT Chef Eric Baker slings up small Asian bites and an array of specialty sushi rolls. 409 S.E. Mizner

Blvd., Boca Raton (alleycatboca.com) $$ AROMA INDIAN CUISINE Dinner is popular but the real draw is the daily lunch buff et. 731 Village Blvd. #110,

West Palm Beach (aromawestpalmbeach.com) $$ BEG FOR MORE IZAKAYA This eatery introduces Delray Beach to the concept of izakaya, a casual Japanese pub where tapas-style snacks are served to accompany sake. 19 S.E. 5th Ave., Delray Beach (561-563-8849) $$ ECHO The Asian restaurant of The Breakers off ers dishes from China, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam. 230A

Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (echopalmbeach.com) $$$ IMOTO James Beard–nominated chef Clay Conley presents small Asian bites and sushi. 350 S. County Road,

Palm Beach (imotopalmbeach.com) $$ INDUS INDIAN AND HERBAL CUISINE Choose from an extensive menu of traditional dishes. 1649 Forum

Place, West Palm Beach (indusdine.com) $$ KAPOW! NOODLE BAR This Asian fusion restaurant provides late-night comfort food with a French-Vietnamese fl air. 519 Clematis St., West Palm Beach; 431 Plaza Real,

Boca Raton (kapownoodlebar.com) $$

LEMONGRASS ASIAN BISTRO Presenting creative pan-

Asian plates in sleek surrounds. 1880 Congress Ave.,

Boynton Beach; 420 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 10312 Forest Hill Blvd. Suite 204, Wellington; 101 Plaza

Real S., Boca Raton (lemongrassasianbistro.com) $$ MALAKOR THAI CAFÉ This Northwood staple off ers a colorful setting in which to enjoy Thai classics. 425 25th St., West Palm Beach (malakor.com) $$ NITROGEN BAR, GRILL, AND SUSHI This Jupiter outpost features a speakeasy-style bar, impeccable rolls, and innovative hot dishes. 6779 W. Indiantown

Road #18, Jupiter (nitrogenrestaurant.com) $$ RAMEN LAB EATERY Both the noodles and the rich, umami broth are made in-house at this funky ramen joint. 25 N.E. 2nd Ave. #114, Delray Beach; 100 N.E. 2nd St., Boca Raton (ramenlabeatery.com) $$ SAIKO-I SUSHI LOUNGE AND HIBACHI A sexy and stylish atmosphere gives way to crowd-pleasing hibachi, sushi rolls, and craft cocktails with an Asian twist. 5970

S.W. 18th St., Boca Raton (saikoiboca.com) $$ SUSHI JO American sushi chef Joseph Clark off ers a diverse sake collection for a laid-back, cosmopolitan

Japanese dining experience. 319 Belvedere Road #112,

West Palm Beach; 14261 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; 640 E.

Ocean Ave. #4, Boynton Beach (sushijo.com) $$ YAMA Veteran sushi master Kiyonori “Yama-san” Yamamoto prepares Japanese dishes, Korean barbecue, and Thai curries. 200 N.E. 2nd Ave. #110, Delray

Beach (yamadelray.com) $$

ECLECTIC

DELRAY BEACH MARKET This hot spot has it all, from hip environs to an array of vendors slinging global cuisine, healthy bites, and comfort food. 33 S.E. 3rd

Ave., Delray Beach (delraybeachmarket.com) $ GRANDVIEW PUBLIC MARKET This hip food hall has something for everyone, from poke bowls to tacos. 1401

Clare Ave., West Palm Beach (grandviewpublic.com) $ LOLA 41 This vibrant restaurant bases its menu off of the fl avors found along the forty-fi rst parallel. 290

Sunset Ave., Palm Beach (lola41.com) $$$ TARU AT SUNDY HOUSE Featuring an international concept menu by chef James Strine. 106 S. Swinton

Ave., Delray Beach (sundyhouse.com) $$$ WAXIN’S Swedish food fi nds a South Florida home at this sophisticated eatery. 5300 Donald Ross Road

Unit 130, Palm Beach Gardens (waxins.com) $$$

FRENCH AND FRENCH AMERICAN

ALMOND Presenting classic French comfort food and global-inspired plates. 207 Royal Poinciana Way,

Palm Beach (almondrestaurant.com) $$$ CAFÉ BOULUD This four-star restaurant boasts the same

French fl air as its famed Manhattan cousin, with a dash of South Florida fl avor. 301 Australian Ave., Palm Beach, in the Brazilian Court Hotel (cafeboulud.com) $$ LA NOUVELLE MAISON Savor the light and delicate cooking of chef Gregory Howell. 455 E. Palmetto

Park Road, Boca Raton (lnmbocaraton.com) $$$ LE BILBOQUET Visit this chic resto for classic French dishes in upscale environs. 245 Worth Ave., Palm

Beach (lebilboquetpb.com) $$$ PARIS IN TOWN, LE CAFÉ This casual outpost off ers pastries, crepes, and more. 11460 U.S. Hwy. 1 at PGA

Blvd., North Palm Beach (parisintown.com) $ THE PARISIAN This French brasserie presents culinary staples and elegant desserts worth saving room for. 201

N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (theparisianrestaurant.com) $$ PISTACHE FRENCH BISTRO Presenting French bistro bites with a Mediterranean twist. 101 N. Clematis

St., West Palm Beach (pistachewpb.com) $$ VINCENT’S BISTRO Chef Vincent Durin boasts more than 30 years of experience in French cuisine. 516 Lucerne Ave., Lake Worth Beach (vincentsbistro.com) $$

SIP WITH PBI Darling Buds of May

Named after Maia—the nurturing Roman earth goddess who oversaw plants and blooms—the month of May always brims with excitement and potential. Whether it’s May Day, Mother’s Day, or the countless other celebratory occasions, raise your glass with a drink spotlighting the juicy, aromatic melon, which comes into season this month. Fragrant and sweet, this luscious fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and betacarotene, especially cantaloupe. Enjoy it at its peak in this lovely elixir. —Jules Aron

FRANCESCACOVIELLO

Can’t-Elope in Spring

Ingredients (makes 1 serving)

2 oz. pressed cantaloupe juice 1 oz. Bianco Vermouth 1 oz. Bianco Vermouth 1/2 oz. St-Germain Elderfl ower Liqueur 2 oz. sparkling wine 1 oz. sparkling water 1 oz. sparkling water

Add the juice, vermouth, and liqueur to a shaker with ice and shake well. Strain into a glass and top with the sparkling wine and water. Garnish with a slice of fresh melon or a melon rose.

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ITALIAN

123 DATURA This fun hangout serves sharable versions of Italian favorites, like nonna’s meatballs and pizzastyle sandwiches. 123 Datura St., West Palm Beach (123datura.com) $$ ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA Anthony’s has expanded beyond Florida with its popular favorites. 1900

Okeechobee Blvd. Suite A-5, West Palm Beach; 2680

PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 115 N.E. 6th Ave., Delray Beach; 21065 Powerline Road #5A, Boca Raton; 851

S. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton; 1000 S. State Road 7,

Wellington; 2343 S.E. Federal Hwy., Stuart (acfp.com) $ ARTURO’S RISTORANTE Arturo’s presents authentic fl avors of Italy in every dish and wine glass. 6750 N.

Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (arturosrestaurant.com) $$$ BICE Homemade pastas, excellent service, and tiramisu will make you feel like Italy isn’t so far away. 313 Worth

Ave., Palm Beach (bice-palmbeach.com) $$$ BUONASERA RISTORANTE Classic Northern Italian dishes in an intimate setting. 2145 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (buonaserajupiter1993.com) $$$ CAFÉ SAPORI This café’s menu off ers classics from every region of Italy. 205 Southern Blvd., West Palm

Beach (cafesaporicorp.com) $$ CASA D’ANGELO Angelo Elia’s Boca Raton outpost succeeds in every possible way. 171 E. Palmetto Park

Road, Boca Raton (casa-d-angelo.com) $$$

ON THE GO CHICKEN LITTLE

COURTESY OF FLYBIRD

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“ C h i c k e n i s t h e o n e f o o d i t e m p e o p l e e a t m o s t o f t e n , a n d p e o p l e l o v e t h e t a s t e o f fi r e , ” s a y s S a l m o n . “ T h e i d e a w a s b o r n f r o m t h e s u m t o t a l o f w h a t I l i k e a n d w h a t I k n o w p e o p l e e n j o y . ”

A t F l y B i r d , h e u s e s a c u s t o m - d e s i g n e d g r i l l t h a t b u r n s h a r d w o o d a n d m e s q u i t e c h a r c o a l . H i s c h i c k e n s a r e f r e e o f a n t i b i o t i c s a n d h o r m o n e s a n d a r e f e d a v e g a n d i e t . E v e r y t h i n g i s m a d e i n - h o u s e e v e r y d a y , d o w n t o t h e p o t a t o c h i p s , a n d t h e 1 4 - s e a t r e s t a u r a n t a l s o o f f e r s p i c k - u p , d e l i v e r y , a n d c a t e r i n g . ( fl y b i r d f o o d . c o m ) — M . S .

CHLOE’S BISTRO This on-the-boardwalk spot has both Italian and French flair. 6885 S.W. 18th St. Suite

B7, Boca Raton (chloesbistro.com) $$ CUCINA PALM BEACH After indulging in classic Italian dishes, clear your table for the nightclub. 257 Royal

Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (cucinapalmbeach.com) $$$ ELISABETTA’S This sleek eatery slings up handmade Italian delicacies. 32 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 201 N.

Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach (elisabettas.com) $$ EVO Chef Erik Pettersen is on a mission to re-create the cooking of his Sicilian relatives. 150 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta (evoitalian.com) $$ HULLABALOO Hullabaloo is an Italian gastropub with creative cuisine and unique cocktails. 517 Clematis St.,

West Palm Beach (sub-culture.org/hullabaloo) $$ JOSEPHINE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Josephine’s creates Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere. 5751 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (josephinesofboca.com) $$$ LA MASSERIA The South Florida location of this popular Manhattan restaurant serves authentic Southern Italian plates. 5520 PGA Blvd. Suite 104, Palm

Beach Gardens (lamasseriapbg.com) $$$ LA SIRENA This Northern Italian beauty focuses on the cooking of the Amalfi Coast. 6316 S. Dixie Hwy., West

Palm Beach (lasirenaonline.com) $$ LOUIE BOSSI’S This beloved addition to the Boca dining scene specializes in sharable Italian favorites. 100 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (louiebossi.com) $$ LYNORA’S A true family affair, Lynora’s excels at modernizing classic Italian dishes. 207 Clematis St., West Palm

Beach; 1548 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (lynoras.com) $$ PREZZO This Italian joint features old favorites alongside modern dishes. 4520 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 5560 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton (eatprezzo.com) $$$ RENATO’S Renato’s produces first-rate Italian and continental fare in a European setting. 87 Via Mizner,

Palm Beach (renatospalmbeach.com) $$$ RISTORANTE CLARETTA Classic cuisine is beautifully prepared by this Northern Italian transplant. 1315 S.W.

Martin Hwy., Palm City (ristoranteclaretta.com) $$ SIRGAE’S WOOD FIRE PIZZA An open concept kitchen produces the specialty pizzas that can be eaten on-site or ordered for take-out. 437 Northwood

Road, West Palm Beach (sirgaeswoodfirepizza.com) $ TREVINI RISTORANTE Trevini serves Northern and

Southern Italian dishes with taste and refinement. 223

Sunset Ave., Palm Beach (treviniristorante.com) $$$ VIC AND ANGELO’S Offering light and savory Italian delights as well as an impressive wine selection. 290

E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (vicandangelos.com) $$$

LATIN AMERICAN AND MEXICAN

BANKO CANTINA Mexican flavors thrive at this eatery and tequila bar. 114 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach (bankocantina.com) $$ CASA CAÑA A nostalgic atmosphere and an eclectic

Latin menu separate Casa Caña from the pack. 377

Tequesta Drive, Jupiter (casacana.com) $$ DON RAMON Open for nearly 30 years, Don Ramon is one of the pioneers to introduce Cuban cuisine to the region. 7101 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (donramonrestaurant.com) $$ DUKE’S TACOS AND MARGS This hot spot makes nontraditional Mexican dishes at an affordable price. 1155

Main St. Suite 120, Jupiter (dukestacos.com) $$ LOS PANCHOS TACO AND TEQUILA BAR This Spanish resto and bar is named after the Mexican symbol

for good food and tequila. 717 Lake Ave., Lake Worth (lospanchoslakeworth.com) $$ PIO PIO Colombian and Peruvian roots come together to create original Latin American eats. 510 E Ocean

Ave., Boynton Beach (piopioocean.com) $$ ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR Every day is

Cinco de Mayo at Rocco’s. 224 Clematis St., West

Palm Beach; 5090 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 110 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 5250 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton (roccostacos.com) $$ THE WAVE KITCHEN & BAR Situated inside Emilio and

Gloria Estefan’s Costa d’Este Resort, The Wave Kitchen & Bar offers fine dining with a decidedly Cuban flair. 3244 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach (costadeste.com) $$$

SEAFOOD

ACQUA CAFÉ This chic resto delivers a coastal Italian take on seafood. 2875 S. Ocean Blvd. Suite 103,

Palm Beach (acquacafepb.com) $$$ THE ATLANTIC GRILLE Located in the Seagate Hotel, this restaurant emphasizes innovative seafood. 1000

E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (theatlanticgrille.com) $$$ BENNY’S ON THE BEACH Stop by for a casual beachside dining experience and a stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean. 10 S. Ocean Blvd., Lake Worth Beach (bennysonthebeach.com) $$ BOCA LANDING Offering seafood dishes infused with

Italian and French roots. 999 E. Camino Real, Boca

Raton (bocalanding.com) $$$ CITY OYSTER AND SUSHI BAR With a sushi bar, oysters, and a bakery, City Oyster offers options for all tastes. 213 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (cityoyster delray.com) $$$

COPPERFISH KITCHEN Sustainably sourced seafood is the speciality at Copperfi sh. 5250 Town Center

Circle #143, Boca Raton (copperfi shkitchen.com) $$$ LIONFISH Committed to sustainability, this chic eatery presents an array of innovative seafood. 307 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (lionfi shdelray.com) $$ LITTLE MOIR’S FOOD SHACK Put on your jeans and enjoy some of the freshest seafood in the area. 103

S. U.S. Hwy. 1 #D3, Jupiter (littlemoirs.com) $$ OKEECHOBEE PRIME SEAFOOD Savor superb ocean products in elegant surroundings. 2888 Shawnee Ave.,

West Palm Beach (okeeprimeseafood.com) $$$ PB CATCH This contemporary seafood restaurant is the brainchild of Pistache’s Reid Boren and Thierry Beaud. 251 Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (pbcatch.com) $$ THE SEAFOOD BAR AT THE BREAKERS Stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean combine with a menu of global seafood dishes with innovative twists. 1 S.

County Road, Palm Beach (thebreakers.com) $$$ SEAWAY Fresh ocean ingredients and Latin fl avors commingle at this oceanfront eatery at the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach. 2800 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm

Beach (fourseasons.com/palmbeach) $$ WATERWAY CAFE Grab a seat at the fl oating bar to watch the sun set on the Intracoastal. 2300 PGA

Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (waterwaycafe.com) $$

SMALL PLATES

HMF The Breakers’ glamorous cocktail lounge is a fashionable mix of modern and classic. Asian infl uences dot the menu, including a full sushi bar. 1 S. County

Road, Palm Beach (hmfpalmbeach.com) $$ SALUTE MARKET This upscale hangout off ers small plates, salads, and a killer happy hour. 5530 PGA

Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (salute2u.com) $$ STAGE Through small dishes packed with fl avor, Stage presents delicious curries, gluten-free veggie options, and even Korean specialties. 2000 PGA Blvd.

Suite 5502, Palm Beach Gardens (stagepga.com) $$

STEAK HOUSE

ABE & LOUIE’S In addition to serving outstanding beef, Abe & Louie’s features classic New England seafood dishes. 2200 W. Glades Road, Boca Raton (abeandlouies.com) $$$ AVALON Delivering a metropolitan dining experience in the heart of Atlantic Avenue, Avalon specializes in upscale beef and seafood. 110 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (avalondelray.com) $$$ THE BUTCHER’S CLUB At this high-end steak house inside the PGA National Resort, Top Chef winner Jeremy Ford creates dishes that truly taste as amazing as they look. 400 Avenue of the Champions,

Palm Beach Gardens (pgaresort.com) $$$ CHOPS LOBSTER BAR The extensive menu is complemented by an equally interesting wine list. 101 Plaza Real

S., Boca Raton (buckheadrestaurants.com) $$$ CUT 432 This modern steak house has a hip, highenergy environment. Executive chef and owner Anthony Pizzo pairs his food with excellent wines. 432

E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (cut432.com) $$$ MEAT MARKET The Palm Beach location of the famed

Miami Beach steak house off ers a dynamic menu and a sexy ambience similar to its original location. 191

Bradley Place, Palm Beach (meatmarket.net) $$$ PALM BEACH GRILL Emphasizing freshness and consistency, the Palm Beach outpost of Houston’s off ers beloved items we have come to expect: ribs, steaks, and seafood. Wine is taken as seriously as the food. 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (palmbeach grill.com) $$$ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Ruth’s Chris is a classic American dining experience, off ering large portions of high-quality ingredients and specialty dishes that echo the restaurant’s New Orleans roots. 651

Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach; 225 N.E. Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton (ruthschris.com) $$$

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