West Palm Beach Travel Guide

Travel Guide to West Palm Beach, Florida

Coffee & Breakfast

• Aioli - modern café with a relaxed morning vibe; one of my favs is the sausage, egg, & cheese breakfast sandwich

• Celis - warm, inviting ambiance and artisanal coffee focus; get the avocado toast

• City Diner - classic retro diner feel with the BEST grits

• Field of Greens - health‑focused, airy café; one of my favs is the reef road açaí bowl

• Hive - trendy bakery vibe with delicious chocolate croissants

• Loïc - Parisian‑inspired cafe; get the pistachio croissant

• Pumphouse Coffee - industrial-chic coffee shop with specialty brews; try their breakfast burritos or tacos

• Salty Donut - modern bakery with a bright, fun vibe; love their guava & cheese donut

• Sour Seed Bagels - small bagel shop with artisanal touches; wild sockeye smoked salmon bagel is a go-to

• Subculture - minimalist café focusing on quality pastries and coffee; molly’s blueberry or lemon muffin is always good

• Sunday Motor Co. - retro-modern spot with a relaxed, funky vibe; try the chai latte and chili eggs

Lunch

• Aioli - modern café with a relaxed morning vibe; I always get any of their daily specials plus their orange olive oil cake

• Avocado Grill - lively seafood restaurant with a vibrant, coastal ambiance; be sure to order the tuna poke, oysters of the day, chicken empanadas, crispy calamari

• Cholo Soy Cocina - trendy, energetic space with street-food-inspired décor; the brisket bowl hits every time

• Field of Greens - health‑focused, airy café; try the greek salad, tomato soup, grilled cheese, chocolate chip cookies

• Frigate’s - classic waterfront restaurant with nautical touches; you can’t go wrong with the catch of the day

• Hive - trendy bakery vibe; the grilled salmon salad is a fav

• The House - scenic, relaxed spot overlooking the Park golf course with a refined casual feel; the park club is delicious

• Loïc - Parisian‑inspired cafe; the caprese sandwich is so good

• Mediterranean Market & Deli - really casual, bustling deli; make sure you order the shish tawook platter, grape leaves, and spinach pies with feta

• Publix - classic FL grocery stop; grab a pubsub to take to the beach

• Russo’s - longtime Florida staple known for its old school deli vibe; the russo sub or meatball sub are good to the last bite

• Sushi Jo - modern sushi spot with a relaxed vibe; my go-to is the field green salad with a veggie roll & add cream cheese

Dinner

• Café Sapori - classic Italian bistro with really good veal meatballs with marinara sauce

• Cholo Soy Cocina - trendy, energetic space with street-food-inspired décor; my dinner order is always chips with guacamole & queso, brisket nachos, and their tacos

• Flanigan’s - casual, family-friendly seafood and grill; legendary ribs with curly fries, garlic rolls, caesar salad, banzai brownie sundae

• Grato - lively Italian spot with a cozy, neighborhood vibe; their tuna tartare, wood-fired diavola pizza, tagliatelle carbonara, and grilled Florida snapper are always winners

• Grimaldi’s - casual pizzeria with brick-oven charm; get the pepperoni & jalapeño pizza, oreo cheesecake

• Hot Pie - casual pizzeria; order the hot pie pizza well done - it comes with pepperoni, italian sausage, hot cherry peppers & onions

• Hullabaloo - trendy gastropub with an energetic, social vibe; a few favs are the pork belly, hullabaloo burger, tiramisu brownie sundae

• Kitchen - minimalist, modern dining spot where the simple chicken or cauliflower steak are always good

• Oceano Kitchen - stylish restaurant with an energetic vibe; the french onion pizza, crispy brussels sprouts, and baby beet salad are a few favs

• Oli's - casual, upbeat spot with the BEST tuna tacos

• Pizzaioli - takeout only spot with no-frills; delicious sourdough pizza

• Sushi Jo - modern sushi spot with a relaxed vibe; for dinner I always get the veggie spring rolls, crispy rice with spicy tuna jalapeño, tsunami roll, dragon roll, and spicy tuna roll

• Table 26 - elegant yet relaxed American bistro with a seasonal menu; their grilled lamb chops are superb

Drinks & Dessert

• The Blind Monk - great for sipping drinks/wine and sharing small plates with friends

• E.R. Bradley’s - casual waterfront drinks with live music and a lively crowd

• Hullabaloo - lively gastropub energy with creative craft drinks

• RH Rooftop Restaurant - chic rooftop drinks with an elegant, upscale vibe

• Carvel - try their mint chocolate chip ice cream or chocolate shake

• Sloan’s - get their cookie dough ice cream in a waffle cone

Stay

• The Belgrove - luxury tropical‑style resort with pools & spa

• The Ben – modern, chic hotel close to downtown nightlife, bars and restaurants; great choice if you want walkable evenings out

• Hilton - centrally located near the convention center and waterfront; resort‑style pool and cabanas

See & Do

• Clematis - historic downtown street lined with shops, restaurants, bars, and vibrant nightlife

• Kravis Center - premier performing arts venue hosting concerts, theater, and dance performances

• Norton Museum of Art - renowned museum with American, European, and contemporary art collections

• Palm Beach International Boat Show - annual event (every March) showcasing luxury yachts, boats, and marine gear

• Peanut Island - waterfront park with beaches, snorkeling, kayaking, and scenic picnic spots

• West Palm Beach Green Market - weekly outdoor market featuring local produce, crafts, and food vendors

Shop

• Antique Row - strip of antique and vintage shops with home decor and collectibles

• City Girl - trendy consignment boutique with curated fashion and accessories

• CityPlace - downtown plaza with shops, restaurants, and lively atmosphere

• The Gardens Mall - upscale indoor mall featuring major brands and luxury retailers

• Palm Beach Outlets - discount shopping with popular national brands

• World Thrift - large thrift store for clothing, household items, and treasure hunting

For the Kids

• Cox Science Center and Aquarium - hands-on science exhibits and interactive marine life displays

• Lion Country Safari - drive-through safari park with lions, giraffes, and other exotic animals, plus a walkable amusement area

• Manatee Lagoon - eco-discovery center where you can see manatees, learn about conservation, and enjoy waterfront views

• Palm Beach Zoo - family-friendly zoo featuring exotic animals, interactive exhibits, and conservation programs