Visited on a Sunday early evening. Old school reggae and Motown hits were playing, which set a…read moregreat vibe right away. I sat at the bar and ordered a piña colada,the bartender was friendly and even asked what type of rum I preferred. The drink was good and definitely heavy on the rum. I ordered the baby bang shrimp. They were supposed to be jumbo but seemed more medium-sized. The shrimp were a bit tough, though well-seasoned. I wouldn't order them again. Loved the overall vibe, cute outdoor seating. Nice spot to relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

Valencias is located in the Ace Hardware Plaza across from the Margate City Hall complex. There…read moreseems to be some confusion on Yelp as Valencias has now transitioned from a daytime restaurant into a night time event venue. At one point Yelp even had them listed as closed but now I see that they are listed as being open again. I ended up visiting Valecias for a friends Saturday night birthday party. I walked in at 9 PM and it was pretty much dead. There were a few patrons at the bar and it was very quiet. Our party had a small raised area with couches above the dance floor which provided comfortable seating. Later on in the evening there was a DJ and things were a little more lively but not by much. I checked out the menu and it seemed very expensive so I stuck to the party wings and fries. Some of the guests got drinks at the bar. The party was still going strong when I left at 1 AM. I honestly didn't know there was any place in Margate that was open past 11. I am not sure how long they can stay in business with so few people but for now they are definitely open at night and there are a few people who come in to sit at the bar in addition to whatever parties they are hosting.

My go to spot for Haitian cuisine! Food is always cooked fresh and hot. My favorite is the Griot…read morecomplete plate. I also eat Legume and white rice. I've known the staff for 20+ years at their previous location until they moved here. They have a very nice dining room that can host a sizable dinner party. Have to order early in the evenings or sometimes they run out of rice. It's so popular.

I eat from here about twice a month…read more The food is always fresh, and the staff is always nice! Griot be on point. Rice is always good. Plantains as well. Haven't tried the Legume, but the Lalo is good too! I personally have not had a bad experience with the food or customer service. I'll be there today (2/6/2026) to get some food lol

My best friend and I wanted seafood for lunch, and we were definitely not disappointed in choosing…read morethis place! We placed our order online, and with a bill totaling a little over $200, I was initially skeptical that payment wasn't required upfront. I worried they wouldn't start preparing our food until I arrived to pay, which would have defeated the purpose of ordering ahead. Thankfully, I trusted the process, and to my surprise, our order was hot, fresh, and ready when I arrived. My seafood boil was perfectly seasoned, incredibly juicy, and absolutely delicious. It should be a crime how quickly I demolished it! The food, service, and convenience exceeded my expectations. I'll definitely be back for more.

When your kid wants to try something new to eat, you do the research and find the right place. In…read morethis case, our sons wanted a seafood boil. We found this place. Mr. and Mrs. Crab understood the assignment! Service was good and the food was excellent. Our sons were very pleased.

Arriving in Florida, I sought out delicious Haitian cuisine and had a craving for griot (fried…read morepork). Pearls of the Island Caribbean exceeded my expectations. Upon entering, I noticed the space was immaculately clean and vibrant. The cashier warmly welcomed me as I placed my order. Arriving during their lunch hours, I enjoyed the griot lunch special, complete with black rice, fried plantain, and a drink, all for under $12. My cousin told me their Mac and cheese was delicious, so I also placed a side order. The Mac and cheese were worth the wait. My overall meal left me full and happy! Glad to have found this place and will definitely keep it on my list of places to eat when visiting Florida.

I haven't had a lot of Haitian food before, so I wanted to give Pearl of the Island a shot as I…read moreheard it was good. The ambiance is that of a fast casual restaurant with and order counter and tables lining the outer perimeter of the restaurant. There are TVs playing as well. The service wasn't particularly friendly, the two ladies up front seemed more interested in chatting than helping me with the menu. The lunch special came with a soda but they do not offer diet soda and they will not substitute bottled water. I walked in for pickup, and the two lunches probably took 15-20 minutes to be prepared. My husband got the griot, which was flavorful but dry. I got the stewed chicken which was slightly overcooked and underseasoned. I did enjoy the fried smashed plantains, but the rice and beans tasted weirdly ashy? We barely touched those. The pikliz was only ok. Overall, I would not return as I was disappointed.

At Sea Watch once again. It's the go to place for a beautiful dinner experience with my Mom's…read morefamily. The food was extraordinary tonight for the seven of us. My blackened Mahi was phenomenal with a nice spice to it. The filet was large and meaty. My partner's shrimp tacos (daily special) were amazingly full of flavor. My Aunt's Smoked Salmon Tartine looked so fresh. Of course, the building is spectacular and the ocean location is unbeatable. Our server, a lovely older lady was totally attentive.

Our waitress was Brandi. We sat outside. It was a nice breezy night…read more I ordered a seafood combination that comes with a side of a couple of potatoes and a few string beans. My meal came out undercooked and the portion was small when you send seafood back to get heated up they never get it right I don't think I'll ever be going back to this restaurant.

I really wanted to give it 3.5 stars. I'm going to keep it simple because the only bang here is the…read morefood. Good portions & fresh food. My son loves their griot, however, he prefers with rice & beans only, ordering can be a hassle. If your looking for service, use Ubereats to order fast service & great food. If you don't mind minimal interaction (lackluster service) and you want a complete meal - call & order your food will be available in a timely manner. Also, save yourself some coins order during lunch it's considerably cheaper & a lot of food.

H&R Grill Haitian Restaurant service and food was 10 out of a 10. The young lady was friendly, the…read morefood was delivered on time (no long wait) and most importantly the food was absolutely delicious. I especially loved the black rice which was flavorful, moist and mouthwatering! I ordered the griot, legumes and meatballs. I highly recommend and will be coming back!!!

Have been there twice and both times tasted different dishes…read more The service is outstanding The food is delish 10/10

We drive past this establishment all the time, so I was beyond excited to finally give it a try…read more Reservations were easy to make, and I definitely recommend planning ahead and booking one. When we arrived, we checked in and were seated immediately. I was a little overwhelmed by how loud the restaurant was at first, but thankfully the live band quickly became a great distraction. They were easily one of the highlights of the night. Their song selections were fantastic, and the lead singer had an incredible voice and amazing energy. Unfortunately, the food was pretty underwhelming. The mussels were a great starter--I would absolutely order them again and highly recommend them. The steak, however, lacked seasoning and was very bland. The lobster mac and cheese was also disappointing. After a few bites, I had no interest in finishing it. Surprisingly, the broccolini was the best thing I ate all night. It was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Honestly, I would have been happy with a plate of just that, and I highly recommend ordering it as a side. Overall, I'm glad I finally had the chance to visit and cross it off my list of restaurants to try. While the live music and service made for an enjoyable evening, the food didn't quite live up to the hype for me.

This was my first time having tapas! We got; Croquetas…read morePapatas Bravas Champiñones Earl ajillo Gamas al ajillo My favorite was the shrimp in the garlic sauce. All were great though! And the wait staff was EXCELLENT. They really helped us decide on what to order next and why.

I visited Patio Flamenco a few years ago for just a few small bites, but decided to drop by…read morerecently for dinner. Right off the bat, it was confusing because the menu they gave us didn't have any prices listed, so you really have no idea what anything costs before ordering. Once the bill came, it felt like the prices just didn't match the quality of the food or the setting. The patatas bravas and sangria were fine, but the $25 cazuela de mar wasn't great for that price--it had tiny octopus and some unappealing long ingredients that weren't mentioned on the menu. The chicken nuggets were also disappointing and tasted like basic frozen food. On top of that, the atmosphere doesn't really fit high menu prices when you're looking out at a parking lot. Overall, between the hidden prices, average food, and lack of vibe, it just isn't worth it.