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    4.3 (602 reviews)
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    Blueberry cornbread
    Sharon G.

    Brunching at its finest! Today's mood: a "party in my mouth" with this custom Baja Turkey Burger from @firstwatch. PSA: Adding Million Dollar Bacon to the Baja Turkey Burger is the hack you didn't know you needed. I skipped the salad, swapped in some creamy goat cheese, and added that legendary sweet & spicy bacon--absolute perfection! My friend went with "The Works" Omelet, and let's just say we both left very happy campers. Thanks for the brunch party!

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    Taryn H.

    After taking two classes at the gym on Saturday, I finally got the chance to eat at First Watch around 1pm. There was no wait to be seated, which I was grateful for as I was quite hungry. I ordered the Pineapple Express drink and the BLTE sandwich since I was craving breakfast. I ordered the greens as my side to balance out the bacon. I did a little happy dance as I ate, which is how you know the food was tasty. There were a few hiccups that were corrected by our recently hired server, but nothing that would keep me from coming back in the future.

    Gillian C.

    I decided to go to breakfast and eat outside with my new puppy. I ordered a breakfast sandwich from a one-page extra menu listed as Seasonal. B.E.C., bacon, egg, and cheddar, with sweet peppers and aioli on their truly delicious sourdough bread. The server asked how I wanted the eggs and I replied over-medium, but the sandwich came with scrambled/omelet-style eggs. Even with that disappointment, the sandwich is terrific . Those sweet peppers, aioli and grilled bread are good enough to eat alone! The servers were all very friendly. Sitting at an outside table bordering P.B. Lakes Blvd hardly makes for a quiet breakfast, but I did enjoy watching the birds (some kind of Corvid I believe) take sugar packets and fly off with them.

    Holiday menu
    Aly W.

    Delicious breakfast and lunch spot on Palm Beach Lake Boulevard near the outlets. It was busy around 11:30 but we were seated within 10 minutes. Our waitress was lovely. Very efficient. We had a group of three. They said the decaf coffee was delicious. I love the morning meditation, which was from the holiday menu. Another favor was the biscuit and gravy. That biscuit was jumbo! They have a private parking lot, but are very close to the outlets and other stores. You can walk off the food coma from all of the delicious food you eat.

    Chickichanga
    Courtnee D.

    The chickichanga is probably one of my favorite things! It's got a lot of flavor and if you love pickled onions have them add it to the top! Whipped cage-free eggs with spicy, all-natural chicken breast, chorizo, green chiles, Cheddar and Monterey Jack, onions and avocado rolled in a flour tortilla. Topped with Vera Cruz sauce and all-natural sour cream. Served with fresh, seasoned potatoes. This spot is always busy but the food is consistently good!

    I ordered the avocado toast with two perfectly cooked eggs over easy.
    Marilyn B.

    Food was good! Hot tea service was great providing a hot water thermos. The service was excellent. The atmosphere was busy, clean. The iced coffee was eh... just don't order it, it's watery, a little too sweet, not good. I wish I took pictures of everyone else else's meals. Everything was good. Including coffee or tea and a meal it was $20pp. Without the tip.

    Must be a shortage of blueberries!
    Steve H.

    My third different-first watch. They're all good, but if you want crispy bacon, you better ask for it, otherwise it's limp. And the blueberry compote has been ridiculously skimpy; small metal container about 1/5 full. It's twice in a row I've had to ask for more. And even what they bring me the second time isn't much. Still a good place though.

    Gina R.

    This was my first time back at this location in a while. My friend and I were greeted warmly by the hostess when we entered. Our server, Shelby, was very sweet and attentive. We ordered the Morning Meditation and the seasonal Watermelon Wake-Up fresh juices. They were very refreshing and tasty. We also ordered a shareable. The Blueberry Lemon cornbread was delicious. This is seasonal, so try it while you can. For our main dishes we ordered the Elote Breakfast burrito with chorizo, peppers, and fresh avocado and the 1/2 sandwich with 1/2 salad combo. I had the Monterey Club with chicken avocado chopped salad. The salad was refreshing with a nice citrus dressing. The sandwich tasted very fresh. There were 4 restrooms, including 2 unisex bathrooms. The unisex bathroom that I used was fairly clean. It was not simple to split up our check when we left, but we managed.

    Eliana H.

    The blueberry lemon cornbread was AMAZING! This was our group's first stop after landing in West Palm Beach and we were all super satisfied. The portions were great and the menu had tons of options to choose from. I also really liked the spiked lavender lemonade -- it was very light and refreshing. The staff was super nice and friendly. A great spot overall.

    Smoked salmon frittatas and biscuit turkey gravy dish
    Jajuan F.

    Great experience at the palm beach lakes location in WPB. Food and was very good, full of flavor. I ordered the biscuit /turkey and gravy dish.. OMG absolutely amazing, Eggs fresh and fluffy, biscuit was buttery and toasted topped with turkey gravy with the perfect amount of flavoring. We also ordered the smoked salmon frittata which was very good. Food was served surprisingly fast, seemed very fresh and seating was just right. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a good quality breakfast/brunch lunch. 1st Watch is definitely top tier and prices are very affordable. This is a must try

    The Traditional Breakfast
    Glory G.

    $16 for this and a waffle. How do you even let this go out The 3 stars are only bc it does taste good for a ridiculously small portion

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    This place is a jem. Best food and service around. The place is clean and beautiful.

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    Cant say enough about the great service, friendly staff and great food. Worth a stop just to check out their great menu.

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    Henry's Palm Beach

    Henry's Palm Beach

    4.3
    (261 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    Happy hour specials
    Takes reservations

    We came for brunch and Henry's did not disappoint. Really a huge part was our server, Nicolette…read more She was lively, gave great recommendations and was super attentive! The food was delicious. In order of best/must try: Drink: Bloody Mary: homemade tomato juice and the hint of horseradish was perfection. Food: 1) crab Benedict- crab stuffed cakes with perfectly cooked eggs. The hollandaise sauce was delicious. 2) filet + eggs + grits. The perfect amount of grits that were creamy and delicious. The steak was super tender and eggs, again, cooked perfectly. 3) BLTA salad was super refreshing 4) Chicken + waffle -- it was okay. But take the chicken and add it to the salad-- and that was the perfect combo. Dessert: The Mud Pie was the perfect way to end the meal-- though thoroughly stuffed-- it was a top 5 of mud pies! The environment is super clean, service across the board is excellent and perfect Palm Beach vibes.

    Awesome spot. Great interior. Very fresh and new. Instantly felt welcome…read more Started with the bread service and then tore through the menu. Tuna poke rolls or some similar then across a few days tried the salmon, chicken under a brick, chicken pot pie (best we have had in a long time), Cuban sandwich, and even the cookies and milk. Fries are incredible. Great menu and can literally order anything. Only knock was service. Felt very rushed and seemingly no need for it. No crazy wait or lines out the door. Just rushed, few word exchanges with the server. Little slower pace, and little engagement with the family and instant five stars.

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    Henry's Palm Beach is an inviting American-inspired bistro now open at Via Flagler by The Breakers.
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    RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH West Palm

    RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH West Palm

    4.3
    (997 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    I met up with an old friend for lunch at RH Rooftop, and it was the perfect spot to catch up…read more Located on the fourth floor of the RH furniture gallery, the restaurant is absolutely stunning with a luxe yet relaxing atmosphere. We sat in the wine vault and enjoyed a delicious meal. I ordered the mini lobster rolls, Caesar salad with grilled chicken, and truffle fries, while my friend had the grilled shrimp, salmon, and fries. With drinks, our total came to about $250, so it's definitely a splurge-worthy dining experience. Lauren provided excellent service and was incredibly sweet and attentive. Valet parking is the only option and costs $12. If you're looking for a beautiful setting and a special dining experience, RH Rooftop is worth the visit.

    I recently visited RH Rooftop for my birthday and had mixed feelings about the experience. The…read morerestaurant itself is absolutely beautiful--the décor, ambiance, and overall setting are stunning and definitely create a memorable atmosphere. It's a gorgeous space and one of the main reasons I wanted to celebrate there. Unfortunately, the service didn't match the setting. Throughout the meal, I had to remind the staff multiple times about items we had ordered, and service felt noticeably slow. At times, it seemed like other tables were receiving more attention, which left us feeling overlooked. While the food and atmosphere were enjoyable, it wasn't the birthday experience I had hoped for. RH Rooftop has incredible potential because the space is so beautiful, but I think the service could be more attentive and consistent to match the upscale environment. Hoping this was just an off day.

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    Howley's Restaurant

    Howley's Restaurant

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    We were in the neighborhood for an appointment at a dental lab and had about an hour to wait…read morebetween procedures. Not having had lunch we figured let's check a few local eateries. When I checked Howley's on yelp I was surprised that there were so many negative reviews. Howley's is managed by the Sub-Culture Group, and we dine regularly at Kapow in East Boca and Dada in Delray Beach, also managed by Sub-Culture. And while this is an entirely different type of food, I still wanted to take a chance and check them out. And we did and were pleased and more than satisfied. First, the decor is truly funky. I'm not sure if everything is from the 50's when they first opened, but it sure looked like it was. The restaurant was spotless, and the toilet was as well. The AC was strong which was appreciated. Artwork on the walls was not our style but must have been from a local artist. Ceiling fixtures were similar to what my parent's had in the late 60's. Jessica was our server and she was professional and positive in her attitude. Could not have asked for anything more. Decided to order a turkey club on rye bread ($15) with fries which were included and share it. Some of the reviews addressed how large their portions were and photos confirmed it. Jessica brought out the sandwich which was split in the kitchen with an ample amount of fries on each plate. The fries were delicious. Obviously freshly made and not sitting around, they were crisp without being overcooked. The turkey was described as fresh roasted sliced turkey and it sure was. Bacon was plentiful and crispy along with fresh lettuce and tomato. Mayo served on the side as requested. The sandwich was so large that I was only able to eat a half of my half, taking the rest home for the following day. Ordered a corn muffin and chocolate chip muffin to take home and each was fresh and delicious. ($5-$6) Howley's certainly warrants a visit if you are in the area and not seeking a trendy looking place which exists all over West Palm where the food may not be as good but the vibe is what is being sold with mediocre food. There was an on-site manager who visited our table to make sure all was good. I neglected to ask her name and apologize - she was welcoming and clearly on top of her managerial duties. Would I return? Sure would. And endorse fellow helpers to check them out.

    Howley's is a great local spot that has a wide variety of options. Today I ordered the New York…read morestrip steak with mashed potatoes and gravy, and the vegetable of the day was fresh green beans cooked with garlic and shallots. I also tried a cup of their chicken noodle soup, which I enjoyed. The steak was cooked perfectly and came with crispy onions on top. The mashed potatoes had a very nice texture, and you could tell that the gravy was homemade. The green beans were crisp and flavorful.

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    Waxin's - West Palm Beach

    Waxin's - West Palm Beach

    4.1
    (26 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    Best new restaurant on Clematis!! We had a large group and got to sit at the front table that…read morelights up! Service was excellent, Shaheem was the best waitor! We loved every appetizer we tried- shrimp, burrata, bread and butter! The favorite entrees were tenderloin pasta, snapper, and Beef Rydberg! Every cocktail was delicious and we recommend the Hot Shot to end the night!

    Came here for the ladies night special on Thursday for their girl dinner with a group of friends…read morewhich included truffle fries, Caesar salad and martini of your choice (I got an espresso martini with tequila while the rest of the group got lychee martinis with tequila). It was definitely not packed for a Thursday night on clematis but it's also off season and we were promptly seated when we got there. I made a reservation but you definitely don't need one. Our waitress immediately brought us water and was able to take all of our orders all the food and drinks came out super fast. I did ask for my salad dressing on the side which wasn't done which is why I'm taking off one star but that's ok. It did end up getting a bit loud once we were about to head out around 9PM so we couldn't hear each other but definitely more people started to come in. All in all we all paid about $30 each for this special which is not bad at all since it included a drink and very good portion sizes. That blackened chicken was divine and so flavorful!

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    Dixie Grill & Bar

    Dixie Grill & Bar

    4.1
    (438 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$

    I don't know where to begin, but it's since we walked in. I knew this was gonna be a big hit the…read moreambience, and all of the antiques were absolute incredible and so much fun. It brought me back to my childhood. We were greeted by a very tall guy and looked like the manager. He was so much fun and really, really nice and then our server Sarah, came over. She was a hoot and a half made some suggestions, told us what to get these were her favorites and it was a home run ball hit out of the park.. We started with the pretzel and the bear cheese. Absolutely delicious, the pretzel was very light and the bear cheese had so much flavor to it. Three of us got burgers that were absolutely mouthwatering you bite into it and you went. oh yes, one bite burger!! This is the place to go. My girlfriend got a grilled chicken sandwich. It was absolutely delicious and the chicken she said was seasoned perfectly. Just sitting there, looking all around, brought us back to our childhood the antiques on the ceiling on the wall on the table every direction was so much fun. If I could give this place 10 stars are 100 stars I would do it. We cannot wait to go back. Thank you, Sarah we will ask for you when we go back. you were fabulous. See you all soon XOXO Andrea.

    Tried the Dixie Grill & Brewery today--such a fun place with retro lunchboxes and kiddie cars…read morehanging from the ceiling. We ordered burgers (big and tasty!) and the pulled pork sliders on pretzel buns with beer cheese--fantastic. Daniel was the sweetest. Definitely try the sweet potato fries with marshmallow fluff (trust me!). They also have a huge beer selection... which we didn't try this time. Next visit!

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    Beer cheese that actually tastes like beer with the most pillowy, warm homemade pretzels
    Beer cheese that actually tastes like beer with the most pillowy, warm homemade pretzels
    Fried chicken dinner comes with sauté string beans and the most silky, with a bit of chunk, sour cream mashed potatoes

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    Simmer Down Bar & Grill

    Simmer Down Bar & Grill

    4.8
    (14 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Food: Ordered jerk chicken, macaroni salad, peas (beans) &…read morerice & braised oxtails One thing I noticed that the dishes are made with extra care and attention. There's extra vegetables in the dishes. The macaroni salad was to die for. The herbs were right on. The peas and rice were so tasty. I had to hold back from eating more and filling up. Complementary fried plantains were added to the order. The jerk chicken was incredibly tender and there was spicy sauce on the side, added to the chicken. We had not eaten oxtails before. Go figure! They were so Tender and falling off the bone. The sauce was excellent with added carrots and butter beans. So good. Can't wait to go back and try other dishes they offer. Service: Very friendly and attentive. Most people seem to order and carry out. We chose to eat in and they went out out of their way to make us feel comfortable. Ambience: Again, it's more of a carryout restaurant, but the restaurant itself is very clean and inviting. When I go back, I would like to sit down and eat in the restaurant with its colorful decor and reggae playing on the speakers again. Really enjoyed eating there and watching people go in and out with their takeout orders.

    Update 2/10/26: I'm a glutton for good food so I went back and tried the $10 lunch special jerk…read morechicken with rice and peas and macaroni salad. THEBOMB.COM, I'm ready for a nap. I followed my coworker to this Jamaican restaurant for lunch--and let me start with a disclaimer: if you plan on being productive after eating here, don't. Just take the rest of the day off now. I ordered the $10 fried chicken lunch special with extra gravy, rice and peas, and macaroni salad and washed it down with a pineapple ginger juice. Baby... I was FULL full. The kind of full where your laptop starts looking optional. I was overworked, overfed, and ready to slam my laptop shut and resume life Monday morning. The food was so good and so filling that I didn't even eat dinner that night. I had a cup of tea and went straight to bed--peacefully and without regret. All jokes aside, the food is excellent. Authentic Caribbean cooking, fresh, flavorful, and made with love--the kind that tastes like your Caribbean mother or grandmother cooked it herself. The service was wonderful, and the portions are generous. Whether you order a regular entrée or a lunch special, you will leave satisfied. Check them out--just don't say I didn't warn you. If you eat this for lunch, you are not working the rest of the day.

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    Proper Grit

    Proper Grit

    4.0
    (168 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$$

    I really wanted to love this place. The ambiance is genuinely nice-- stylish and the kind of…read moreatmosphere that makes you want to settle in for a relaxed dinner. Unfortunately, almost everything else fell flat. The menu is quite limited, and the drink selection is even more restricted. No Merlot on the wine list? That was surprising. We were also disappointed to hear the skirt steak was already sold out by 5:00 pm, especially given how few entrée options there were to begin with. The food itself was a major letdown. The "de-boned" bronzino was anything but-- it arrived with tons of bones, making it unpleasant to eat. The French dip sandwich was downright horrible, lacking flavor and horrible texture. Service was slow and inattentive, which only made the experience more frustrating. To top it off, there was a bug floating in my martini. Water kept dripping from the vent onto our table throughout the meal. Little things like that really ruin the vibe. If you're going for the nice setting alone, maybe it's worth a quick drink. But for a proper dinner with reliable food and service? I'd look elsewhere. One star and that's being generous for the atmosphere and prime location.

    I decided to try out their happy hour menu. Happy Hour starts at 1pm, one of the earliest you will…read morefind in this area, which is what drew me in. I took a seat at the end of the empty bar and waited for a bartender. I was greeted quickly and offered a lunch and cocktail menu. However, I had to ask for the Happy Hour Menu (I arrived at 1:13pm). Not sure if this is a standard practice or if the bartender truly had just lost track of time. After perusing the happy hour menu (all items listed are $10) I decided on the Citrus Mojito, the Wagyu Steak Skewer, the Beef Cheek Empanada and the Lobster Bisque Shooter. The mojito was GOOD. Very refreshing, not too sweet, yet still light and flavorful. I felt good after one. The Wagyu Steak Skewer was the most UNDERWHELMING choice of the afternoon. Thick cut of meat, salted nicely, but if you don't like your cow still mooing don't order! I did not get a choice in temperature. It wasn't a huge deterrent for me but definitely could be unsettling for others. The Beef Cheek Empanada was my favorite bite of the afternoon. My only complaint is that you only get one per order lol. Flakey crust. Filled with nicely seasoned beef. 10/10! The Lobster Bisque Shooter has great potential, but today, was poorly executed. The lobster bisque itself is exceptionally flavorful, but terribly salty. It doesn't help that the cheese in the grilled cheese sandwich adds a layer of salt, that in conjunction with the soup, just ultimately cripples the dish. Any happy hour downtown with a $10 drink option is a gem in itself, but I would certainly return for the empanadas.

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