We love the owners and the food! Always top-notch food and wine. We have never been disappointed ! We have traveled to Italy a few times and can attest that their food is authentic (not typical American- Italian flare). 'Super warm and friendly owners read more

We recently celebrated a birthday with friends at The Grove, and once again, it was the perfect choice. We are regulars here and one of the reasons we keep coming back is simply how we are treated. Luis and his wife Jenn, the owners, are incredibly gracious hosts and have always made us feel more like family than customers. They also really know their wine, and that has become one of our favorite parts of going to The Grove. From our very first visits, they somehow remembered what we liked. We've gotten to the point where we don't even ask for a wine list anymore. We just tell them to choose for us, and they hit a home run every single time. This particular night was extra special because our friends drove almost an hour to join us for the birthday celebration and had never been to The Grove before. Of course, when you rave about a restaurant and convince friends to drive that far, you're secretly hoping it lives up to everything you've told them. It absolutely did. We started by sharing several appetizers, including the calamari and mozzarella bread, and then everyone went in different directions for dinner. We had veal Marsala, veal Parmesan, a shrimp Caesar salad and mushroom risotto for our vegetarian friend. Every single person at the table loved their meal. Then came dessert, which may have been my favorite part of the entire night. Along with a variety of desserts, we had these wonderful little Italian pastries, and Luis and Jenn suggested a particular dessert wine and told us to dip the pastries into it. I would NEVER have thought to do that. It sounded a little unusual, but we trusted them -- and it ended up being the surprise star of the night. Absolutely delicious. We finished with espresso, more wine and great conversation with Luis, Jenn and their wonderful team. Nobody was rushing us out the door. We were simply able to sit, laugh and enjoy the end of a really special birthday evening. Best of all, our friends were incredibly impressed and completely understood why we love this place so much. Five stars all day, every day from us. The Grove has never disappointed us, and there is something pretty special about having a restaurant where you walk through the door and genuinely feel like they're happy to see you. read more

Us girls came here to celebrate a few birthdays this month, and what a wonderful choice it turned out to be! This was our first visit, and the restaurant is tucked away in a shopping plaza. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed. This is a family-owned restaurant, and even the son, who is currently in college, still works here. He was actually our waiter, and I was incredibly impressed that he memorized all five of our orders, including drinks and special requests. Everything came out perfectly, which is no small feat for a larger group. The owner is absolutely wonderful. Dining here doesn't feel like you're sitting in a restaurant--it feels like you're a guest in someone's home. We ordered a bottle of wine, and she personally came to our table to share the history of the wine and where it originated before opening the bottle for us. It was such a warm and personal touch that made the experience feel special. Three of us ordered the lamb Bolognese, and it was easily a 10/10. The portions were so generous that all three of us took leftovers home. The flavors were rich, delicious, and comforting. I ordered the eggplant appetizer and shared it with one of the girls in exchange for some of her Bolognese. The eggplant was absolutely fantastic, and I would order it again without hesitation. The menu offered so many tempting options that it took us forever to decide what we wanted. Ironically, most of us ended up wanting the same thing, which gave us all a good laugh. On Thursdays, they offer a prime rib special for $20. One of my girlfriends, who follows a high-protein diet, ordered it and absolutely loved it. She said it practically melted in her mouth and happily took the remainder home. When you first walk in, there's a small, quaint bar that seats about six or seven people. The owner was behind the bar crafting cocktails, and she mentioned that Old Fashioneds and spritzes are her specialties. I originally planned to order a rosé, but after watching her make an Old Fashioned, I changed my mind. I'm glad I did--the drink was smooth, balanced, and thoroughly enjoyable. Overall, if you're looking for a place where you'll feel genuinely welcomed and treated like family, this is it. I would absolutely recommend making the drive, even if it's out of your way. I drove 40 minutes to get here, and it was completely worth it. read more

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Had dinner here this evening and will definitely return again. The service was exactly on point. It's a nice pleasant small italian restaurant with a good menu of both food and wine. I enjoyed my shrimp picatta over zucchini spaghetti, was great. There was also veal marsala which was also apparently very good. Definitely recommend this establishment for really good italian. read more

The Grove - Veal marsala over pasta - Italian Near Me - Hobe Sound, Florida

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I can't express enough how much of a hidden gem this restaurant is. The family and I went for my mom's birthday this year and the place is classy and quaint with fantastic food, top-tier service and wine that is out of this world. Thank you to our server Cody and Jen and the rest of the team. You guys made my mom's 50th very special. Cheers! read more

The Grove - Italian Near Me - Hobe Sound, Florida

My wife and I recently took some friends and staff members to The Grove for their Thursday night Prime Rib special, and we had an outstanding experience. There were five of us in our group, and the service, food, and wine were all excellent. Our server, Cody, recommended a wine that paired perfectly with the meal and was very reasonably priced. The prime rib was delicious, and the entire evening was relaxed and enjoyable. We especially appreciated the warm hospitality and the opportunity to visit with the owners and staff, who made us feel right at home. As local business owners, we value establishments that provide great food, exceptional service, and a welcoming atmosphere, and The Grove certainly delivered on all three. We highly recommend The Grove to our friends, neighbors, and the many guests who visit Floridays RV Park in Hobe Sound. We look forward to returning soon. -- Mike Graham, Owner Floridays RV Park, Hobe Sound, Florida read more

I went to visit this location based on The Treasure Coast Foodie recommendations as it was over an hour drive and had many awards. The location and decor is very nice. The service was rather slow but in their defense they had a private event the night we went .The meal started off with garlic knots that had very little flavor of garlic and were very dense with a doughy inside. At first I ordered the chicken piccata with zucchini noodles ($5 up charge for the zucchini noodle vs pasta) but it was way too lemony and the sauce was very soupy/brothy vs thick with a very small portion of the zucchini noodles. I then tried the low carb lemon basil dish that was recommended as less lemony and it was just as bitter as the first dish with the same overpowering lemon base of soupy sauce so I sent tried to just get meatballs but unfortunately these were less than desirable also. I have rarely ever sent back food in my life but these meals were not edible. The owner came to personally apologize telling us those are there three best dishes that people drive hours for and gave us a coupon valid with purchase to return. We also were given free chocolate mousse to split that unfortunately was also very underwhelming as well and it was odd they had no cannolis or other desserts that night -the only real italian dessert on the menu on a weekend night was tiramisu ..I really hoped it would be great it just wasn't . read more

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The Grove is an absolute gem! As newcomers to the area, we stopped in to check out their wine selection, and the experience blew us away. They were actually closing up, but the owners generously stayed open just to welcome us. Their hospitality was unmatched, the food and wine were spectacular, and we loved it so much that we joined their wine club. We cannot wait to visit again and get to know the community and enjoy the wonderful food and wine. read more

Amazing gem in Hobe Sound! The ambiance is amazing. The service was impeccable. Do yourself a favor and order the calamari and the bolognese! read more

The Grove - Old Fashioned - Italian Near Me - Hobe Sound, Florida

Everything was fantastic! We heard about this place from the Jupiter food & wine festival, so we decided to give it a try. They recently started advertising lunch, so we popped in the middle of the day. The ambiance was very inviting, very relaxing, loved the little wine tables across from the bar. The owner Jen was so incredibly friendly and fun to talk to. Since she's a sommelier, we shared our love of wine and food. The head chef also came out and said hello. She made some incredible recommendations for lunch options and then told us about the wine tasting events they have. Also, apparently Friday jazz sessions they are starting. (You had me at hello!) I can't say enough great things about this adorable place. I could easily stay here for hours and we can't wait to come back. I love that they change their menu often too. ALSO, they have won tons of wine spectator awards for their wine menu, so if you're into wine, this place is your spot! (And it helps when you have sommeliers who own the restaurant and are super passionate about wine!) read more

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Cozy restaurant with very good dinner entrees and pizza. Excellent wine selection. Service was very nice.

Absolute best restaurant in Martin County! Owners Jenn and Luis actually care about your experience. If you like wine, you must come. Or if you like fine dining, you must come! Lucas, Coty, and Jordan are the bomb read more

Oh My Lord (OML)! This is a FANTASTIC and AUTHENTIC ITALIAN restaurant hidden in plain site in Hobe Sound, Florida just off US 1! While I want to be selfish and not share this amazing find, the FOOD, SERVICE, ATMOSPHERE and PRICES were SPECTACULAR! In all honesty, FIVE STARS is an under-rated score for The Grove Cucina & Wine. For a Wednesday date night, my Italian wife wanted real Italian food and not some reheated, non-freshly made pasta and ordinary appetizers or salads. She searched high and low between Jensen Beach, and Fort Pierce to the North, and Palm Beach and Jupiter to our South. If a restaurant doesn't average 4.5 stars, we simply don't visit them. And there on Hobe Sound in an old fashion strip center sat The Grove Cucina & Wine. From the road, we couldn't tell if this would be a great find. But walking up to the front doors, and the WONDERFUL smell of HOME COOKING overtakes you senses! Once inside, the quaintness of this two sided restaurant with a full service bar and plenty of seats on the left side is offset by a second dining area that reminded us of the small family eateries in Venice, Rome, Firenze and Calabrian, Italy. Yes, this was shaping up to be the REAL DEAL! We started with an Primi appetizer of Peaches and Burrata drizzled with fine Balsamic glaze. Unique and VERY TASTY as the peaches were perfectly ripe and the Burrata freshly made and slightly warm. We also ordered fresh FOCACCIA BREAD that was so good! It had crispy crust and spongy soft interior that welcomed the olive oil and drizzle from our appetizer. Next up was the Insalata. For every meal, we always have salad. So we didn't want a normal side salad, garden salad or Caesar's salad. CODY, our AMAZING SERVER, suggested the Citrus Mint Mediterranean Salad, and one upped himself by saying we should split it with my wife topping hers with goat cheese and mine topped with Gorgonzola (blue) cheese. No words can explain just how much salad we were served and how DELICIOUSO it was! We both had plenty left over for a full salad each for lunch the next day! Cody also suggested a new white wine that The Grove recently discovered. My wife went all in and absolutely feel in love with the SANCERRE by Cirotte Vineyards in France. How much so? We bought a bottle to take home until we can go back on Friday for Live Jazz and/or Italian Cooking classes! As we finished our Focaccia bread, we decided to order another loaf to go. Yes, it is that fresh and so g o o d!!! Then dinner arrived. My wife had The Grove Classic of CHICKEN PICCATA with fresh mushrooms and homemade Angel Hair pasta. I swooped in for a taste and nearly switched plates with her after one small bite! I, in turn, had the MEDITERRANEAN MEDLEY with ZUCCHINI NOODLES and Chicken. I challenge you to find a better pasta dish anywhere in the United States than the love and compassion that CHEF NICK and CHEF CO-FOUNDER LUIS REYNERI mixed into my dish! Talk about tasty! The fresh artichokes with basil and those Zucchini Noodles were simply to die for! And guess what? We both had full portions left over so we can easily reheat and enjoy again tomorrow or the next day! CODY made sure to box and bag everything up beautifully! These are the reasons a FIVE-STAR RATING is nowhere good enough to describe THE GROVE in HOBE SOUND, FLORIDA. But we ventured on to dessert and fresh coffee. Because we were one of the last tables being served tonight, our first choice of fresh TIRAMISU was sold out. But the table behind us was enjoying it and told us it was worth their trip from London, England just for The Grove's desserts. So we chose the LEMON CRÈME BRÛLÉE and WOW! WERE WE IMPRESSED! It was silky smooth, creamy and top coated with the lemon sugar to PERFECTION! Look, I could go on and on about THIS EXTRAORDINARILY GREAT SECRET ITALIAN RESTAURANT. But you should go discover it for yourselves. IT REALLY IS THAT GOOD, WORTH THE TRIP AND NICELY PRICED GIVEN ALL THAT WE EXPERIENCED TONIGHT! Even CO-FOUNDER AND SOMMELIER JEN REYNERI stopped by our table a couple of times to ask us if everything was perfect. You could tell the entire staff was completely into making sure that everything was perfect for our first ever visit, and more importantly, DATE NIGHT, at THE GROVE CUCINA & WINES! WELL DONE EVERYBODY! PS - WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU PUT THIS ONE INTO YOUR REGULAR DINING OUT ROTATION! -- Christian William & JoAnn Aubry-Smith from Wesley Chapel, Florida. read more

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Nice people, family run. Great music. I'm very inclined to support as I support live music. This town loses clientele in Summer, so you feel sorry for them, but they have no customers and try to upsell the few that come in. The food is decent to very good, but I'm going to echo what Autumn W. wrote, the constant upsell, from the moment you sit down, makes for an uncomfortable dining experience. You don't know if they're offering you special service or a price upgrade. I asked for spag/MBs and "house red wine" and the waiter says it's usually this wine that pairs, I say fine. It's on the bill as a $22, not great, thin pour. The meatballs: worst ever. $59 for spag./MBs and "house" wine. Outrageous. When I calmly objected, the owner threw me out, I guess because the young man waiting tables is his son, and he's/they're hot blooded. Because I have objected to "upsell" idea before, I'm a "consistent PITA." Really? To a semi regular. Not a good combo. read more

Awesome small but mighty authentic Italian restaurant. Entire staff top notch and the owners were so personable and knowledgeable especially when it comes to their wine selection. Enjoyed it immensely!! read more

Had dinner there last night with my husband and cousins visiting from NJ. It is a lovely place, nicely decorated and clean. The staff was so friendly and accommodating! The food was delicious. I had chicken piccata over pasta with a lemony spinach sauce. I had to stop myself from licking my plate. My husband ordered the rigatoni with sausage and broccoli rabe. Fabulous! One cousin ordered the bolognese sauce which is made with lamb and beef. She cleaned her plate! My other cousin ordered chicken Marsala. He also loved it. The aperol spritz were wonderful! I highly recommend this restaurant! One of the best things was the portion size. Just enough to fill you up with no leftovers. Very European in that aspect. Give it a try - you won't be sorry! read more

Wow! We will definitely be back again and again. The food was amazing, super fresh and delicious. Our server and the owner were super attentive, helpful and friendly. The wine was great. We went on Friday they had a jazz. Great ambiance and date night spot. read more

Great food and service! The owner Jenn is amazing. All the servers were excellent

Incredible food offerings, wonderful staff and owners. It captures what I want in an Italian restaurant, bright and complex flavors in a warm atmosphere. In addition to some perfectly done favorites (we love their pizzas and pappardelle bolognese) don't sleep on their cauliflower or especially their Brussels sprouts and burrata if it's available. We thought both were outstanding. It is located in a nondescript strip mall but I felt they still managed to pull off a warm and friendly atmosphere. Oh, and if you enjoy the occasional glass of wine (or bottle :) their selection is outstanding. Thanks you chef Joey and team for an amazing dining experience. read more

Excellente!! Bravo Bravo!!! Thank you for the supreme service and attention y'all gave me and my cousin this evening. We had so much fun and certainly enjoyed the delicious Italian wine. The ambience is great! Service was on point. Ms. Jen, the owner, took time out to enlighten us on the wine we choose and the events they have at The Grove. I was super impressed. Can't wait to revisit for the food. If you're looking for a great date night, social networking, or an evening out with family, The Grove is a must!!! Ciao!!!! read more

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The Grove restaurant in Hobe Sound offers a menu with typical Italian dishes to be paired with the best wines. Great dinner, fresh and authentic, a must try! read more

The Grove - Delightful and delicious - Italian Near Me - Hobe Sound, Florida

Amazing find, lovely atmosphere, attentive staff and wonderful chef! Wine selection is stellar, strongly reccomend the hidden gem!

This was wonderful we drove about 50 minutes on a recommendation and it was well worth it. We love a family owed business, we had the pleasure of meeting the husband and wife team owners who were just fantastic. My son created a family style meal for the my husband's birthday dinner. We started with a Caesar salad, fresh garlic rolls and also cheese pizzas. The pizza was hot delicious the crust was nice thin and crispy, The dressing on the Caesar salad was fresh and delicious. The next course was homemade lasagna and chicken à la vodka pasta, both dishes were absolutely amazing and delicious and you could taste the freshness of the made from scratch flavors. Next for dessert came powdered zeppole's , light and airy. All in all it was a fantastic evening there were 19 of us, the service was absolutely five star, wonderful experience, will go back it was so much fun. read more

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We stopped into this restaurant after our original restaurant was closed. The food was good, but the service felt like they were trying to upcharge for everything. To start, we were charged $9 for water for the table when we chose still water and the waiter was pushy to upcharge on our dishes. It felt very pressurized and ruined the ambience for us. read more

3.5 but putting as 3 for a a few reasons. Came on a Saturday night. It's in a strip mall with outdoor seating. The restaurant was generally empty. There are two rooms, one (which we didn't see) seemed to have 2 or 3 tables eating. The front room, which we were placed in, was just us. Not sure if that was good or bad. Why didn't we make it to the back room??? :) First, the people are wonderful. All very nice. We had 3 different people keep coming (some w same questions), and then Manager promoting events they have. Perhaps the latter could have been not while eating, but in between or after. The dishes looked great, but we were there for pizza, wine, and salad. We ordered a 'Mediterranean' salad. =Greek Salad. $19. Ouch (it gets worse). My wife stated we were splitting salad, pizza, etc. So out comes the salad on two small plates. Fast forward to the bill. $5!!!! split charge. I just paid $24 for lettuce, a few olives, and some feta and tomatoes. We did not ask for this, not was told. Ordered a pizza. Cheese with 3 $2 toppings. It was very good. Finished our meal and got the bill. This is where we saw the salad split charge, and then a $1 business relief fund which i've never seen before just added. These are the types of things that take a nice evening down a notch or two. read more

Clean, friendly, fast service with great value. I'd happily return again! Soon. Loved

Hobe Sound - So we recently visited this restaurant for dinner located on a nondescript strip mall. The staff and owners are gregarious and quite welcoming. Pros: The food was delicious and very well prepared and presented. Portions were generous. Decent wine list. Service attentive, friendly and efficient. Some outside tables available. Convenient parking. Cons: When asked if we would like soup or salad with our entrees, we learned of the additional charge when bill arrived. "If the servers asks", then server should advise guests such accompaniments are additional and not included with entrees. Same goes for their bread baked in-house. Very good by the way. But an additional charge on that, which is acceptable IF we had been advised up front. Also, we learned of an additional "small business fee" automatically imposed per bill when each bill arrived as well. Please....Seriously? So overall, a good restaurant serving very good food. Just be aware. read more

We had gone to our favorite secret beach spot in Hobe Sound and stopped to grab a bite. Our first visit to Grove will certainly not be the last ! Super friendly, great service and great pies! We ordered the meat lovers per their reco and it was amazing ! read more

This is worth the drive!!! We had a delightful dinner at this small restaurant with a big wine list. First, the owners are fabulous and speak to every table. Second, the atmostphere is just right. The art on the walls keeps you guessing about where in Italy these paintings represent, and the music is the right amount of slow and sweet. And then....the FOOD! Wow!! Our food could not have been better. We shared the bolognese with lamb. It was wonderful. The pasta was so fresh and the sauce delicious. My husband had a half portion of the beet salad first. I am not a fan of beets but this was so beautifully presented and he ate every bite. Then he had the Veal Milanese and said it was easily the best veal he has ever had. I had the fettucine alfredo with chicken, and it was very tasty. The pasta (again) was fresh and cooked perfectly. The sauce was (again) delicious, and they used exactly the right amount of sauce. And then there was dessert! The chocolate mousse was PERFECT! It was supremely chocolatey and very rich, but not overly so. The texture was light and fluffy and fabulous. I had to get it to go, so I got to savor it later, and I'm really glad I didn't skip it. You'll be too full after you eat, so get it to go. (You're welcome! I know you'll thank me for this!) I wish we lived close to this restaurant, as we would be regulars for sure. read more

Ordered pizza to go and only a pizza. They only have one size which is a small 12 inch pizza. When I got the bill it was $33.00. That is ridiculous! Pizza was good but not at that price. Too many affordable places. Wont be back. read more

The Grove - Receipt - Italian Near Me - Hobe Sound, Florida

The owners are very friendly snd the staff is charming. It's a lovely venue that is very tasteful and welcoming. I normally don't eat pizza. Papa John's and his cohorts all make me deathly ill. The Grove is different. Everything is made fresh with quality ingredients. We had a Caesar salad that rocks. Simply delish. We decorated our pizza to our favorites and it was delicious. They have live Jazz on Friday nights.. I look forward to going back to explore the pastas. read more

Very disappointed with our last visit. Expensive entrees that doesn't even include a small salad. Our food was just okay. read more

The Grove is a hidden gem! Excellent food, service and ambiance! The food is authentic, fresh, exceptional, and so delicious. The wine selection is outstanding! The ambiance is inviting, serene and perfect after a busy day or just right for a fun group to gather! You won't be disappointed! read more

After a night of sleeping with lead lasagna in my stomach, I decided to change my rating to a one. Tonight's dinner was a disappointment. My wife and I both ordered the lasagna. It was not at all like the first time I had it. Tasted like a dish right out of the freezer, warmed up with some sauce spooned over it. The noodles were gummy, the sauce was just o.k. this time, not like the sauce I remembered from the first time I had this dish. But, the coup de grace were two glasses of wine each with what clearly looked like a half pour (about 2 oz. each) for $25.00 or $12.50/oz. each. That was the deal breaker. I usually don't order wine, although my wife does sometimes. So, frankly, I didn't pay much attention to the skimpy pour until the bill came. Felt like we were ripped off. Service was good, but don't look for Andrea; she doesn't work there any more. read more

Here is a place that has some very good pizza. It has a cool vibe and the service is awesome, as well. I am originally from New Jersey and grew up with great pizza pretty much on every corner. When I moved down here to the Sunshine State of Florida, I was both surprised and dismayed to discover that good pizza was not only not on every corner, but not even in every town or city. So it is always a great discovery stumbling across these places that offer a good pizza. I definitely recommend here. read more

We had such a lovely evening at The Grove last night! The Aperol spritzes were perfect to start things off. I was really impressed by the service from our waiter, Luke. They were patient with us and so helpful with menu choices (even allowing us to taste sauces when my friend was indecisive). They went above and beyond! We tried the creamy ricotta appetizer with the focaccia. YUM!! The garlic knots are out of this world! I had a pasta special that was DELICIOUS, and the portion size will allow me at least one more meal. We tasted a couple wines with the help of the very knowledgable owners. I think we've found a new favorite! I just wish I had room for dessert! I'll be back! read more

Less than fair and way over priced. Service unorganized- brought out wrong dish when a cold dish came out, the replacement...1 out of 4 people happy. Lots of fancy talk about wine as we loved ours and when googled to purchase... found it for 8.89 at Costco ! Yes the same one!yaaaa for an inexpensive wine but as you could imagine how we felt! Nice ambiance. read more

Had the most delicious dinner ! Luis the owner and his son Luke treated us like family, made menu and wine suggestions. Food was absolutely amazing. Hidden gem in Hobe Sound We will be back! read more

What a great Italian restaurant! I had the Lobster Ravioli that is served in a creamy Gorgonzola and Mariana sauce. So good. I have eaten there 3 times and have always had a great meal in a cozy dining experience. They are know for their wines as well so you must order wine with your meal. read more

Best Italian restaurant in area. Omg. Where do I start. From the owner greeting you at the door to the server giving the history of the family restaurant. The waiter, Chad gave us a great reception, and started us out with the best garlic rolls we have ever had. Had the most decadent calamari that just melted in your mouth for our appetizer. The marinara sauce is absolutely to die for. Wifey ordered the spaghetti and meat balls. She said the meatballs were the best she's ever eaten. I went for the chicken Parm. I just want to say that the chicken was the most tender I've ever had. The Wine list is outstanding here. Prices were reasonable and the service is outstanding. The owner checked on us several times and was very warm welcoming. Kind of guy you just want to be friends with. Highly recommend this little gem in Hobe sound, and we will definitely be regulars! Mike and Nancy. read more