I recently stopped by The Gardens Mall while visiting one of the gelato shops, and it reminded me…read morewhat a pleasant place it is to spend an afternoon. The mall is clean, bright, and beautifully maintained, making it a comfortable destination--especially on a hot Florida day. The air-conditioned indoor setting is a welcome escape, and there's a great mix of stores, whether you're shopping for fashion, gifts, or just browsing. Another plus is the ample parking. It's easy to get in and out without the hassle of circling for a spot. You can park in the shade or not! Whether you're planning a shopping trip, grabbing a bite to eat, or simply making a stop at one of the specialty shops, The Gardens Mall is a relaxing and enjoyable place to visit.

The Gardens Mall first opened its doors on October 5, 1988, as The Gardens of the Palm Beaches…read more Developed by The Forbes Company on 400 acres along PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens, the two story, 1.4 million-square-foot shopping destination had Macy's, Sears, and Burdines as its original anchor stores. Over the next few years, it continued to grow into one of South Florida's premier luxury malls, with Bloomingdale's opening in 1990 and Saks Fifth Avenue following in 1991. Burdines closed in 2004 as part of Federated Department Stores' corporate consolidation and was replaced by a two-story Nordstrom in 2006. Sears, one of the mall's original anchors, permanently closed on February 29, 2024. This was my first visit to The Gardens Mall, and everything about it exuded luxury. Parking is plentiful and free. Inside the elegant fountains and water features, lush faux floral arrangements, and sculptures scattered throughout the mall lent themselves to creating an upscale atmosphere. The shopping lineup is equally high end with designer boutiques like Talbot's, Coach, Jimmy Choo, Tiffany, Lilly Pulitzer, Chanel, Gucci, Michael Kors, Louis Vuitton, and many more. When it's time for a break, the elegant Gardens Café food court offers quick service favorites like Chick-fil-A, Shake Shack, and Charley's Philly Steaks. I especially loved the mural that wraps around the food court called A Story of Florida. It depicts Florida's earliest history of indigenous people and the arrival of the Spanish and ends with a space shuttle taking flight. Full-service restaurants include California Pizza Kitchen, Cooper's Hawk Winery, P.F. Chang's, and Brio Italian Grille which all have sit down dining options. I liked walking around the mall and while I don't generally shop luxury brands I did check out the Hallmark and Yeti store. I would come back for a bite to eat and to take in the beautiful surroundings. Even if designer labels aren't in your budget, it's worth stopping by to window shop and enjoy the tranquil vibe while taking advantage of very appreciated air conditioning, which is so vital this time of year.

I have frequented this shopping center several times since it is less than a 5 minute drive from me…read moreand it's my go to spot for grocery shopping because of the Whole Foods and movie experience at CMX Cinemas and for coffee at Pura Vida or Subculture Coffee. They are always adding new places and spots to check out over here which helps you never get bored of what's in the area. They also have several parking options available even with a free garbage which makes coming here super easy. There is a large variety of places to see in this center including a sauna studio and a salad place. They are always hosting low to free cost events as well for families and kids including a movie on the lawn every week!

Went for an art fair today and had a great time!! There was a ton of parking in the garage next to…read morethe Cheesecake Factory. There's a ton of restaurants and shops to explore while enjoying Florida's November weather. Very clean. The grass could use some love, but I love the seating and shade - great for kids to run around.

Great place to find so many amazing things! Michael's craft place is my…read moreGo to spot. Also Best Buy !

I definitely enjoy some of the stores in Legacy Place, like The Container Store, Michael's, and…read moreBarnes & Nobles. I have definitely stopped to eat at The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, Gelato Grotto, and Five Guys before. And the Nicklaus Children's Urgent Care is awesome. Parking is mostly ok, simply because nothing is ever too crowded. The free parking garage behind the urgent care is easy to use and pretty empty. However, the 3 big box stores I mentioned above are nowhere near each other, so I drive from store to store. The Plaza is unfriendly to foot traffic, has zero common public spaces, and is poorly laid out with terrible signage. The layout is truly beyond frustrating: no clear entrances or exits, strange parking layouts that block access to the few buildings that are connected to the inner strip, several fake exits that dump into rental complexes instead of roads. I attended a holiday event recently at Legacy Place. It sounded fun in theory, but I couldn't fathom where it would take place, given the lack of common public space. The event was one of the worst I have ever attended. My children and I walked into the area, took a look around, and turned right around to leave; it was that bad! They blocked off part of a parking lot next to Pet Smart. A woman in a sparkly leotard was 'performing' in suspended aerial silks, except she fumbled her movements while we watched and then just moved very slowly from pose to pose, very awkwardly. Meanwhile, adults dressed up in Christmas costumes stood in the parking lot and watched. There was no holiday decor, no games or crafts for kids, no food or drink samples, just a lot of empty blacktop and unenthusiastic performers in a depressing setting. It is sad to see all the empty stores here now. I hope they can find a way to rejuvenate this space for the better (ala CityPlace to Rosemary Square!), increase signage to help navigation, dedicate part of the plaza to public space and programming, create appealing walking paths, and bring in non-profits and artists to use empty spaces and bring appeal to these spaces while waiting for long term rentals.

We recently went to this TJ Maxx location. The store was organized and they had a watch and jewelry…read morearea. Store was well-organized and clean, and the associate at checkout was nice. Specific to the store, they had quite a bit of fashionable and high-end luxury purses and bags for pretty good deals. Still a lot of money.

This is the last store I am stopping at simply because every check out line has been outrageously…read morelong.

While I can't speak for all the businesses in the plaza, I can brag about my two favorite - Yu-Mi…read moreand Rice & Noodle Thai, and the great parking lot with a very handy gas station and McDonalds. There is always plenty of parking and several entrances, there's a hardware store, and lots more! For more specifics in the wonderful food, see my respective reviews and the pictures here. See ya at the Plaza!!

GREAT PLAZA!!! So many things to choose from. Definitely check out the Arthur Murray Dance Studio…read moretoo; those guys are awesome!

Alan was super. Really knows his stuff and the customer great variety of shoes. No rush. Decent…read moreprices. Took a few tries to find one but was the first he recommend Will be back

Had my custom orthotics resurfaced and it was worth the wait. Pleasant customer service and a great…read morecollection of snazzy footwear to purchase.

This shopping plaza is located at the corner of PGA Boulevard and US 1 in Jupiter. It's anchored by…read morePublix and features a great mix of retailers, restaurants, and service businesses. Other tenants include CVS, Duffy's Sports Grill, Pvolve, Degree Wellness, Great Expressions Dental, Fred Astaire Dance Studios, K2 Realty, Cohen's Fashion Optical, Icon Nails, and School of Rock. I stopped by to have lunch at Berry Fresh Café and had a positive impression of the plaza. It was clean, well maintained, and felt safe which is what you'd expect in this area of Jupiter. The tenant mix offers a nice balance of shopping, dining, and personal services. Looking ahead, Bass Pro Shops has proposed building an 80,000 plus square foot store on the site formerly occupied by Jacobson's department store. The nearest Bass Pro locations are currently in Port St. Lucie and Dania Beach, so this would be a welcome addition for northern Palm Beach County. If approved, the project is expected to attract many more visitors and increase traffic to the plaza, making it a major retail destination.

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