LOCAL BITES

FOODIE EVENTS The Dining Days of Summer

The local summer dining scene just got hotter. From August 1-31, The Palm Beaches Restaurant Month will serve up dozens of deals at more than 50 area restaurants. Locals and visitors alike can discover new hidden gems, established favorites, and worldly restos from Boca up through Jupiter. Here, we highlight five to add to your must-visit list. (palmbeachesdining.com) —M.M.

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COURTESY OF THE BREAKERS PALM BEACH

The restaurant: The Italian Restaurant at The Breakers, Palm Beach Known for: A cozy yet upscale atmosphere and elevated Italian classics The deal: A three-course dinner menu for $55, with options like eggplant rollatini, calamari with a cherry pepper vinaigrette, chicken parmigiana, grilled salmon scallopini, s’mores pie, and a cannoli. Other participating Breakers restaurants include Echo ($55 three-course dinner) and Henry’s ($25 two-course lunch and $55 three-course dinner). (thebreakers.com)

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LIBBY VISION The restaurant: Stage, Palm Beach Gardens Known for: Chef Pushkar Marathe’s global-inspired menu of small plates, curries, and creative entrées The deal: A three-course lunch menu for $29, with your choice of an app, entrée, and dessert from a curated selection of dishes. For dinner, Mishima Wagyu steak and frites or tandoori Niman Ranch Prime churrasco and a glass of 95-point-plus red wine for $59. (stagepga.com)

«The restaurant: Café Centro, West Palm Beach Known for: High-energy entertainment and equally cool cuisine in the heart of Northwood

The deal: A three-course menu for $39, starting with a house, poached pear, or tomato mozzarella salad, then shrimp scampi, panseared salmon, or chicken piccata, and ending with chocolate mousse or New York–style cheesecake. (cafecentrowpb.com)

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«The restaurant: Dada, Delray Beach Known for: Eclectic eats, a dozen specialty mojitos, and a charming setting inside the historic Tarrimore house

The deal: A three-course dinner for $45, with your choice of a starter, a main, and a dessert. Highlights include the famous Dada dates with black pepper bacon, goat cheese, Spanish chorizo, Manchego salsa, Marcona almonds, and a Sherry gastrique, as well as braised short rib with mashed potatoes, smoked tomato jam, and a natural gravy. (sub-culture.org/dada)

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The restaurant:

Max’s Grille, Boca Raton Known for: Being a South

County institution that prides itself on its upscale American favorites

The deal: The Ultimate Max’s Classics menu, priced at $49 per couple and inclusive of a starter (chopped salad, tomato bisque, or hummus and GYORGY PAPP breadsticks) and an entrée (radiatore pasta, Atlantic salmon, or bacon-wrapped meatloaf). Add-ons include crème brûlée pie for $10 or a bottle of house wine for $10. (maxsgrille.com)

BEHIND THE DISH GRATO’S

Grilled Asparagus Crostini

When chef Clay Conley began re-envisioning the menu at Grato, his popular West Palm Beach restaurant, from a strictly Italian concept to a rotating collection of chef-driven, multi-cuisine dishes, he knew he wanted to include more plant-based fare. Having read Dr. Michael Greger’s book, How Not to Die, and embraced a more vegan diet himself, Conley wanted to give Grato patrons—as well as those dining at his Palm Beach eatery, Buccan—healthier, more sustainable options. One such example is Grato’s grilled asparagus crostini. Here, Conley shares insight into the flavors, ingredients, and techniques behind the dish. (gratowpb.com) —M.M.

INSPIRATION: “With this dish, it is the great texture and color of the vegetable. I wanted to showcase the bright green asparagus that is bountiful in the spring and summer. Regardless of the seasonal vegetable, my approach to a crostini has usually been the same. It starts with a thick piece of wood-

VISUAL HONEY grilled bread, followed by a smear of something creamy. In this case, it’s vegan ricotta. I then top it with the vegetable tossed in a bright vinaigrette.”

WHY IT WORKS: “It’s important to me to have a layering of different flavors and varying temperatures and textures in the same dish. The creamy component in the cheese is an important one—it rounds out the mouthfeel and provides that umami flavor that is normally delivered by cheese. The creaminess here is achieved by pureeing soaked cashews with toasted garlic and shallot, vinegar, mushroom powder, and nutritional yeast.”

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

AQUAGRILLE 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 Road, Jupiter (thebeaconjupiter.com) $$$ THE BLIND MONK At this hip tapas bar, the focus is on wine and small bites. 410 Evernia St. #107, West

Palm Beach (theblindmonk.com) $$ BREEZE OCEAN KITCHEN Enjoy craft beer, specialty cocktails, and distinctly Floridian cuisine at this seaside gem at the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. 100

S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eaupalmbeach.com) $$ BUCCAN Chef Clay Conley offers a wide-ranging menu of small plates that changes with the seasons. 350 S.

County Road, Palm Beach (buccanpalmbeach.com) $$ THE BUTCHER SHOP BEER GARDEN & GRILL A spacious dining area with a large bar gives way to a beer garden with a DJ booth. 209 6th St., West Palm

Beach (butchershopbeergarden.com) $$ CITY CELLAR WINE BAR & GRILL Offering pizza, dry-aged steaks, pasta, and seafood. 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (citycellarwpb.com) $$ COOLINARY Chef-owner Tim Lipman has merged his popular café and watering hole to create one delicious hangout. 4580 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm

Beach Gardens (thecoolpig.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 takes 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, chef Gerard Coughlin oversees the culinary happenings at this unique restaurant and bar, serving dishes with English and Asian influences. 363

Cocoanut Row, Palm Beach (chesterfieldpb.com) $$$

TASTE SUNSET SIPS

WATCH THE SUN DIP AND USHER IN EVENING AT THESE LOCAL WATERING HOLES

Rosewater Rooftop, Delray Beach: This indoor/outdoor lounge and pool sits atop The Ray hotel, the latest addition to Delray’s Pineapple Grove Arts District. Verdant trellises and canopies frame seating sections and establish a “tropical modern luxury” ambience, accompanied by creative signature cocktails, curated wines, and small plates. On weekdays, from 3 to 6 p.m., “Golden Hour” specials include half-priced drinks. (rosewaterdelray.com)

Sailor’s Return, Stuart: Nestled on the shoreline facing the north fork of the St. Lucie River, Sailor’s Return features spectacular harbor views from either of its patio bars. Pave the way for the sunset with a Dark & Stormy or a Pussers’ Pain Killer, paired with elegant bar fare. There’s live music nightly and themed happy hours from 3:30 to 6 p.m. daily, with highlights such as $7 Margarita Mondays and half-priced wine on Wine Down Wednesdays. (thesailorsreturn.com)

COURTESY OF THE RAY HOTEL/ROSEWATER ROOFTOP

COURTESY OF RH RH Rooftop Restaurant, West Palm Beach: Relax on the fourth floor of RH West Palm, a design gallery spanning 80,000 square feet. Enjoy a mimosa, a Bellini, or one of the 40 wines by the glass in a space graced by fountains, chandeliers, and heritage olive trees. If you get hungry, order from the international menu, which features everything from crispy artichokes to truffle fries. (rh.com/ westpalm/restaurant)

Treehouse, West Palm Beach: Take the elevator to the thirteenth floor of the Canopy by Hilton West Palm Beach hotel and step into a playground that includes a rooftop pool, craft cocktails, live music, and a menu that ranges from tuna poke tacos to a brussels and kale Caesar. On Sundays through Thursdays, combine the sunset with a late-night happy hour starting at 8 p.m. (treehousewpb.com) —Mark Spivak

COURTESY OF CANOPY BY HILTON WEST PALM BEACH

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 trendy gastropub offers remarkably good comfort food and lots of great craft beer. 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 resto offers a New England ambience and melt-in-your-mouth doughnuts. 612 U.S. Hwy. 1, Lake Park (thepelicancafe.com) $$$ PROPER GRIT This gastropub in The Ben hotel pays homage to Old Florida. 251 N. Narcissus Ave., West

Palm Beach (propergrit.com) $$$ REBEL HOUSE An eclectic atmosphere and fun menu make Rebel House a favorite on the Boca dining scene. 297 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (rebelhouseboca.com) $$ THE REGIONAL Chef Lindsay Autry infuses her Southern roots with Mediterranean flavors. 651 Okeechobee

Blvd., West Palm Beach (eatregional.com) $$$ SURFSIDE DINER This casual breakfast and lunch spot serves classic comfort food. 314 S. County

Road, Palm Beach (surfsidediner.com) $ TABLE 26 This all-American restaurant presents comfort food in an atmosphere fit for both romantic dates and business luncheons. 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) $$ TRINDY GOURMET Pairing culinary excellence with the freshest ingredients, this laid-back café offers on-site dining as well as great catering options. 407 N. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (trindygourmet.com) $ TROPICAL SMOKEHOUSE Chef Rick Mace brings his culinary prowess to Florida barbecue. 3815 S.

Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (eattropical.com) $$ TROY’S BARBEQUE Locals return again and again for the great barbecue. 3950 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach; 1920 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (bbqtroys.com) $ TRUE FOOD KITCHEN Based on anti-inflammatory diet principles, the menu features a rotating selection of seasonal, organic plates. 700 S. Rosemary

Ave., West Palm Beach; 3101 PGA Blvd. #O-200,

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 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, The Woods presents a stylish atmosphere and elevated American cuisine to ensure that every guest feels like a champion. 129 Soundings Ave.,

Jupiter (thewoods.tigerwoods.com) $$$

OPENINGS

MORE THAN SO-SO

Some of chef Cesar Brea’s earliest childhood memories are of cooking with his father, learning traditional family recipes from the Dominican Republic. In April, he combined that background with many years of working in Asian and Mediterranean kitchens to open The SoSo, an innovative café in West Palm’s emerging South of Southern neighborhood.

“The SoSo falls into the new category of fast-fine dining,” says Brea, who opened the location with his partners Kye Akavia and Alex DiSchino of Akadis Hospitality. “The concept already exists in cities such as L.A. and Boston, and we want to replicate it here. I would describe it as affordable luxury—cozy, convenient, consistent, clean, and delicious.”

Guests order off a menu displayed on large TV screens positioned near the entrance, selecting from an eclectic mix of soups, salads, sandwiches, small plates, and a few entrées. Signature dishes include shishito peppers with tosazu, crushed peanuts, douchi powder, and katsuobushi, and the SoSo Sancocho, a vegan version of a classic Dominican soup. The chef’s personal favorite is the Cuban sandwich, which features pork shoulder seasoned in his proprietary marinade. This summer, The SoSo will host a special supper series honoring the primary cuisines behind Brea’s menu, including Latin American fare (July 2) and Mediterranean flavors (August 6). (thesosowpb.com) —M.S.

Clockwise from left: Chef Cesar Brea; The SoSo’s charred cauliflower and chicken sammy.

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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) $$ ECHO The Asian restaurant of The Breakers offers dishes from China, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam. 230A Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (echopalmbeach.com) $$$ KAPOW! NOODLE BAR This Asian fusion restaurant provides late-night comfort food with a French-Vietnamese flair and an impressive list of designer cocktails and craft beers. 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) $$ MALAKOR THAI CAFÉ This Northwood staple offers a colorful setting in which to enjoy Thai classics. 425 25th St., West Palm Beach (malakor.com) $$ NITROGEN BAR, GRILL, AND SUSHI Featuring 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 Chef Joseph Clark offers 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) $$ YAMA Veteran sushi master Kiyonori “Yama-san” Yamamoto prepares raw and cooked Japanese dishes, Korean barbecue, and Thai curries. 200 N.E. 2nd Ave. #110, Delray Beach (yamadelray.com) $$

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. Visitors can also expect market options, a bar, and a craft brewery. 33

S.E. 3rd Ave., Delray Beach (delraybeachmarket.com) $ GRANDVIEW PUBLIC MARKET Located in the Warehouse District, this chic, industrial food hall features something for everyone, from poke bowls to tacos. 1401

Clare Ave., West Palm Beach (grandviewpublic.com) $ SPRUZZO Enjoy views of the Intracoastal at this rooftop eatery with a globally inspired menu. 251 N. Narcissus

Ave., West Palm Beach (spruzzowestpalm.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 finds a South Florida home at this sophisticated eatery. 5300 Donald Ross Road

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

FRENCH AND FRENCH AMERICAN

ALMOND This Bridgehampton mainstay offers up its take on 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 flair as its Manhattan cousin, with a dash of

South Florida flavor. 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) $$$ LOÏC BAKERY CAFÉ BAR French native Loïc Autret is the man behind the out-of-this-world croissants at this industrial-chic café. 480 Hibiscus St. #116, West

Palm Beach (bakeryloic.com) $ PARIS IN TOWN, LE CAFÉ This casual outpost offers pastries, crepes, and more from French speakers in an authentic setting. 11460 U.S. Hwy. 1 at PGA Blvd.,

North Palm Beach (parisintown.com) $ THE PARISIAN This charming French brasserie presents culinary staples like coq au vin and elegant desserts worth saving room for. 201 N. U.S. Hwy. 1,

Jupiter (theparisianrestaurant.com) $$

SIP WITH PBI COOL for the Summer

S u m m e r i n S o u t h F l o r i d a c a n b e u n b e a r a b l e , b u t I ’ v e g o t a t a s t y w a y t o r i d e o u r t r o p i c a l h e a t w a v e s — a n d i t i n c l u d e s a f r u i t t h a t t h r i v e s i n t h e h e a t . P i t a y a , o r d r a g o n f r u i t , l o v e s t h e h o t s u n a n d b l o o m s o n a f u l l m o o n . T h i s e x o t i c , e g g - s h a p e d f r u i t i s t y p i c a l l y c r i m s o n i n c o l o r ( t h o u g h i t c a n b e w h i t e o r y e l l o w ) a n d i t g r o w s o n c a c t i . I t t a s t e s l i k e a c r o s s b e t w e e n a m e l o n a n d a k i w i . C o o l o f f w i t h a d e l i c i o u s f r o z e n t r e a t t h a t c a n b e p r e p a r e d i n a d v a n c e t o m a k e a n y s u m m e r g a t h e r i n g e x t r a s p e c i a l . — J u l e s A r o n Tipsy Pitaya Boats

Ingredients

1 dragon fruit 1/2 cup Pinot Noir (or your preferred wine or spirit) 2 tbsp. lemon juice

Cut the dragon fruit into two even halves and use a spoon to remove the flesh (yielding about a cup). Add the dragon fruit flesh and the rest of the ingredients to a blender and blitz until smooth. Pour the mixture back into the dragon fruit shells or into a sealable, freezer-proof container. Freeze for 4-6 hours or until frozen. Remove from the freezer and enjoy.

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TAYLOR AMOS

PISTACHE FRENCH BISTRO Presenting French bistro bites with a Mediterranean twist. 101 N. Clematis St.,

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

INDIAN

AROMA INDIAN CUISINE Dinner is popular but the real draw is the daily lunch buffet, which includes a vast array of delicacies. 731 Village Blvd. #110, West

Palm Beach (aromawestpalmbeach.com) $$ INDUS INDIAN AND HERBAL CUISINE Choose from an extensive menu of traditional dishes seasoned with an abundance of Indian herbs and spices. 1649

Forum Place, West Palm Beach (indusdine.com) $$

ITALIAN

123 DATURA This fun hangout serves sharable versions of Italian favorites. 123 Datura St., West Palm Beach (123datura.com) $$ ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA Known for quality pizza and Italian soul food, Anthony’s has expanded beyond Florida’s borders. 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 Built as a replica of a Tuscan villa, Arturo’s presents authentic flavors of Italy. 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, perfectly executed

Northern Italian dishes in an intimate setting. 2145 S.

U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (buonaserajupiter1993.com) $$$ CAFÉ SAPORI This café’s menu offers classics from every region of Italy. 205 Southern Blvd., West Palm

Beach (cafesaporicorp.com) $$ CASA D’ANGELO Chef Rickie Piper places an emphasis on fresh ingredients and faultless execution. 171 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (casa-d-angelo.com) $$$ 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. 201 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach; 32

E. Atlantic Ave., Delray 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 One of Rodney Mayo’s concepts, Hullabaloo is an Italian gastropub with creative cuisine and an even more unique cocktail menu. 517 Clematis St.,

West Palm Beach (sub-culture.org/hullabaloo) $$ JOSEPHINE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Family-owned and -operated, Josephine’s creates Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere. 5751 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (josephinesofboca.com) $$$ 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 popular Italian joint features old favorites alongside new, 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 in 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 and 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 RESTAURANTE Open for nearly 30 years, Don Ramon is one of the pioneers to introduce Cuban cuisine to the area. 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) $$ 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) $$$

MEDITERRANEAN

AMAR Stop by for an authentic taste of Lebanon, from classic meze to el mehchi, an eggplant dish stuffed with spinach, onions, and chickpeas. 522 E. Atlantic

Ave., Delray Beach (amardelray.com) $$ BARRIO For Spanish tapas and creative cocktails, look no further than this new bar-centric hot spot. 700 S.

Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (barriowpb.com) $$ FLORIE’S In the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, acclaimed chef Mauro Colagreco offers his interpretation of fine-dining Mediterranean fare. 2800 S. Ocean Blvd.,

Palm Beach (fourseasons.com/palmbeach) $$$ LA CIGALE La Cigale bills itself as “A Taste of the Mediterranean,” serving classic French dishes along with influences from Spain, Italy, and North Africa. 253

S.E. 5th Ave., Delray Beach (lacigaledelray.com) $$$ LEILA RESTAURANT In addition to Mediterranean dishes,

Leila also hosts belly dancing and hookah on the patio. 120 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (leilawpb.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 bold and innovative

American seafood. 1000 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray

Beach (theatlanticgrille.com) $$$ BENNY’S ON THE BEACH Chef Jeremy Hanlon has created a casual beachside dining experience paired with a stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean. 10 S. Ocean Blvd.,

Lake Worth Beach (bennysonthebeach.com) $$ BOCA LANDING In the Waterstone Resort & Marina,

Boca Landing offers seafood dishes infused with chef Matthew Mixon’s Italian and French roots. 999

E. Camino Real, Boca Raton (bocalanding.com) $$$ CITY OYSTER AND SUSHI BAR With a full sushi bar, fresh oysters, and a bakery, City Oyster offers a plethora of options for all tastes. 213 E. Atlantic Ave.,

Delray Beach (cityoysterdelray.com) $$$ COPPERFISH KITCHEN Sustainably sourced seafood is the speciality at Copperfish, although carnivores will also find something to love. 5250 Town Center

Circle #143, Boca Raton (copperfishkitchen.com) $$$ LIONFISH Committed to sustainability, this chic eatery presents an array of innovative seafood. 307 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (lionfishdelray.com) $$ LITTLE MOIR’S FOOD SHACK Enjoy some of the freshest and most creatively prepared seafood in the area. 103 S. U.S. Hwy. 1 #D3, Jupiter (littlemoirs.com) $$ MUSSEL BEACH This coastal-inspired restaurant offers 12 unique preparations of mussels. 501 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (musselbeachdelray.com) $$

OKEECHOBEE PRIME SEA-

FOOD 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 full of global seafood dishes with innovative twists. 1 S. County Road, Palm Beach (thebreakers.com) $$$ SEAWAY Fresh ocean ingredients and Latin flavors 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 floating bar to watch the sun set on the Intracoastal. 2300 PGA

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

HIGH STEAKS

ONE OF WEST PALM’S MOST ICONIC RESTAURANTS NOW HAS A NORTH COUNTY PRESENCE WITH THE OPENING OF LEWIS STEAKHOUSE IN JUPITER. FANS OF OKEECHOBEE STEAKHOUSE WILL FIND MUCH TO LOVE AT THIS LATEST VENTURE FROM THE LEWIS FAMILY, WHO HAVE BEEN SERVING AREA DINERS SINCE 1947. LEWIS STEAKHOUSE BOASTS A SIMILAR VIBE, FEEL, AND FOOD AS ITS CENTRAL COUNTY COUSIN—INCLUDING A MENU PACKED WITH USDA PRIME STEAKS— AS WELL AS A FEW NEW ADDITIONS, SUCH AS PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED ALASKAN HALIBUT AND A BEEF FLIGHT FOR TWO. (LEWISSTEAKHOUSE.COM) —M.M.

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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) $$$ 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, featuring a collection of steak and seafood options, 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 outpost of the famed

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

Bradley Place, Palm Beach (meatmarket.net) $$$ PALM BEACH GRILL The Palm Beach outpost of Houston’s offers beloved items we have come to expect: ribs, steaks, and seafood. 340 Royal Poinciana Way,

Palm Beach (palmbeachgrill.com) $$$ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Ruth’s Chris is a classic American dining experience, offering 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) $$$ SALT 7 Steak is the top draw at this late-night favorite, but make sure to savor the truffle mac and cheese as well as sashimi, specialty sushi rolls, and raw bar bites. 32 S.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (salt7.com) $$$