Service is always personal and exceptional. None better…read more This is a small family restaurant with Great food ! This is not a fast food place- it is a wonderful place to take a deep breath and enjoy the incredible food. Breakfast, lunch or dinner ... we have never had a bad meal. It's always been a wonderful experience.

This is a cute small spot. The staff was very friendly and helpful. It was so calming we overstayed…read moretheir closing and didn't even realize it. I had a crabcake salad that was absolutely delicious. I look forward to coming back for another. Every one of the baked goods looked so fresh and delicious. I was proud of my willpower to resist. lol Definitely a place that will be on my regular rotation.

Great service good food really like the the sandwich selection staff was excellent always on my…read morelist of places to go

Went last night, party of 4. It was yummy!! We had wings and their seared tuna for apps, both were…read moregreat. Their mixologist's make perfect cocktails too!! Their fish last nite was swordfish, not a big fan, however, I really liked their preparation; I had it jerk style, with daily veggie and fries, delicious. Everyone liked their food. Service by Lily was great. Ambiance here is perfect Florida casual. Couldn't check in cause limited cell svc there ..which is nice ..no phone talkers.

Mai Tiki is in Stuart, right by the Colorado Avenue Park. It's a medium size outdoor restaurant,…read moreattached to the Old Colorado Inn. It features a large bar and many top tables. There is no AC, it feels like you are in an outdoor tropical garden with a Tiki. The menu is limited, farm to table approach. It offers several appetizers and a few entrees. Tropical cocktails. My sister and I once a month meet for lunch, usually go to the other restaurants in the downtown area. This was a Saturday. The restaurant was pretty empty. We decided to try it, since it was new. It's off season for Florida. I like that it's away from traffic and close to the river, but not on the river. We ordered several appetizers, Tuna stack, it was good with toast on the side. I would have preferred wonton chips or tortilla chips. We also had the crab fritters, these were delicious and plentiful for two people and the Burrata salad. We wanted the Brussels sprouts, but they were out so the chef prepared Bok Choi instead. Equally delicious. We ordered an infused cucumber refreshing cocktail. The service was very good. The owner stopped by our table, to ask how we liked it. He was gracious and told us his story how he bought the placed and design a menu along with the Chef. That was a plus. They also have music for dinner. Parking is street. The Tram goes around and it will leave you at this restaurant from the large parking lot. Please note there's a green market on Sunday's so the parking lot is usually full.

"We wanted a chill fun place for dinner, but unfortunately the service completely ruined the fun…read more We were originally seated at a table and waited quite a while without receiving any service or acknowledgment. Hoping for better luck, we moved to the bar, where we then sat for another 10 minutes without anyone helping us. When we politely approached the waitress to ask for assistance, she was disrespectful and argumentative instead of apologetic. As we were leaving, another customer even mentioned that a different waitress there is usually much better, which makes it even more disappointing that our experience was so poor. Customer service and professionalism really matter, and sadly this visit fell far below expectations

Stopped into Three Little Birds in Stuart and this place is a hidden gem…read more I ordered the Cuban sandwich with house made fries and a side of coleslaw and everything was on point. The pork on the Cuban was cooked perfectly. Slow roasted, full of flavor, and not dry at all. You could taste the quality right away. The sandwich overall was a 10 out of 10. The fries were clearly made in house. They had a really cool texture, light, airy, almost fluffy. Hard to describe but different in a really good way and the flavor backed it up. Coleslaw was solid too. Light, refreshing, and had a nice slight sweetness that balanced everything out. The staff was great, friendly and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot I will be coming back to.

Honestly, I went to this place for a meeting, so I didn't really have any expectations. The person…read morehaving breakfast with me had mentioned that the food was really good. I'm not going to lie, she ordered an omelet, and it looked really good. I was short on time, so I only ordered a side of hash browns, and honestly, I regretted it. They weren't as crispy as I expected, seemed a little undercooked, and were pretty bland. The cappuccino, on the other hand, was really good! Very frothy, and the coffee had zero acidity. The service was fine. As for the place itself, I think it could definitely use a little upgrade when it comes to the decor. It felt very "cold" to me--not really the kind of place that invites you to sit down and stay for a while.

We went two days in a row during our weekend stay in town!…read moreAmbiance (5/5): Plenty of seating indoors and some outdoor as well. Classic diner set up and ability to onlook where the wait staff prepare the finishing touches to the dishes. Service (5/5): The service for this joint is very much which made my experience. The wait staff women were a delight-- sweet, friendly, and eager to help! They provided updates, refreshed our beverages, sincere when an error was made, and provided recommendations too. Food (5/5): There is so much on the menu to try! Huge portions for an affordable rate. Don't miss out on their freshly baked goods. We loved the cinnamon bun over the coffee cake but both were very good and served warm. The pulled pork benedict special was very tender and had loads of flavor. I enjoyed the corned beef but liked the benedict more. The second day, we enjoyed omelet and brioche bun French toast.

I decided it was time to try out the Jensen Beach downtown experience…read more The Ambiance: With a view of the ocean actually a side view from afar, the downtown area, although not as cute as Stuart's downtown, is pretty nice. The only issue is the traffic noise, which is considerable. The inside restaurant area is your typical breakfast restaurant with booths and tables. The outside dining area features several tables on the sidewalk with that side view of the ocean and a frontal view of all that previously mentioned traffic. For my dining experience I chose the outside. The Service: My server did a great job taking my order, making sure my drinks were replenished and actually getting my somewhat unusual hot tea with steamed milk and honey correct on the first try! The Food: Besides the traffic, here's where the restaurant falls on its sword. I ordered corned beef hash topped with poached eggs a side of "crispy" home fries and buttered sour dough toast. The Good: The highlight of the meal was the "homemade" corned beef hash. I'm always hesitant to order "homemade" corn beef hash because it's often full of items it really doesn't need. However, this corned beef hash was absolutely excellent and it was clear that it was really "homemade". The sour bread toast was also done properly and was amply buttered instead of what you get at so many places which provide a dash of butter, brushed on by a butter brush. Unfortunately, that's where the good ends. The Bad: My poached eggs were overdone featuring not a hint of runny yolks and those "crispy" home fries that I made a point of asking for, were about as far away from crisp as you could imagine. In fact they were probably the most mushy home fries I've ever had. The Price: I must say, the price was not bad but, I'd prefer to pay a bit more and get a better breakfast anytime!

If you aren't eating here you are not right in the head! Had tomato soup and chicken salad and…read morelicked the plates clean. Great service and great tea! Took a cup home. Love this place!

So they finally got rid of the last remaining vegan items on the menu. Alas, we are left with a…read moresoggy Hippe Picnic sandwich. Would not recommend. The Banana Oat Milk Cold Brew was also yuck. It's a shame because at one point, this was one of my favorite places in Stuart.

We had a great meal! The menu was wonderful, and our server Jiles was very attentive and…read moreconscientious Highly recommend!

We went to The Nest for dinner and overall had a good experience. The atmosphere was very nice, and…read morethe service was excellent throughout the evening. We started with the Caesar salad. For a restaurant at this price point, I was a little surprised that the dressing didn't seem to be homemade. We also tried the lobster bisque, which was a bit fishy for my taste and had more of a gelatinous seafood-stock consistency with pieces of lobster rather than the rich, creamy bisque I was expecting. The artichoke Francese was tasty, although it reminded me more of a pesto-style preparation than a traditional Francese. My wife had the quinoa-stuffed eggplant, which was good overall, but the sauce served with it was noticeably bitter. Overall, we enjoyed our evening, especially because of the great service and atmosphere. For the price of the food, though, it probably wouldn't be my first choice for dinner. That said, the service and setting are definitely worth experiencing, so I'd still recommend giving The Nest a try.

Stop by for the first time on a Sunday...was busy but I opted for an outside table, while some…read morepeople were still waiting to be seated ( I guess for inside ) Had the Florentine Benedict....was very good . Only criticism was there was way too much Hollandaise sauce...kinda drowned the eggs. But tasty though! .

This morning I woke up with a yearning for breakfast biscuits and so I headed out with my trusty…read moreiPad to a local diner. As always, to a place I haven't tried yet. In this case, the Key West Diner in Stuart, FL. I originally wanted a simple breakfast of those biscuits that were calling me. I figured I'd accompany my biscuits with an order of scrambled eggs and my usual tea latte. As you would expect by its name, Key West Diner has a nice Key West design and a really nice outdoor dining patio. Inside offered booth and table seating. One suggestion would be for the diner to play Island/boating type music instead of the standard pop channel they had on. This would add to the key West feel. Having said that, let's move on to the dining experience. I don't usually go over what a restaurant offers on their menu since I assume if you're reading this review you are on their site. Suffice to say, their menu is the typical diner menu. Looking over the menu of course I noticed they had no biscuits! So much for satisfying my biscuit yearning. At least they had a Taylor Ham and egg on a hard roll. A breakfast I will always happily choose. So, my biscuit breakfast would have to wait for another day. Next I ordered my Latte tea. You guessed it, no steamed milk. One final request topped it all... the WiFi password. Yep, no WiFi! This is clearly not a killer if you're dining with someone but, it's definitely a negative for anyone dining alone. I haven't seen many places that don't offer WiFi but Key West Diner is obviously one of them. To me, when dining alone, reading on my iPad brings back memories of reading the morning paper while eating breakfast. Or in this case, forcing me to post a review AFTER I leave the location. Enough about what this diner doesn't have, let's move on to what they do offer. First, the service; I was seated quickly by a host and my server arrived soon thereafter. She served me with a smile and brought everything I asked for correctly and efficiently. She did a really nice job of being there when I needed her but not constantly pestering me during my meal. Well done. Now my meal; My Taylor Ham featured two eggs and two thick slices of Taylor Ham. The eggs were made perfectly as requested (Overeasy) and lo and behold, the sandwich was on a Kaiser roll! It's not often you get a Taylor Ham and egg on a Kaiser roll (the correct way to make it) but that's what we had here. Unfortunately, although the Taylor Ham and eggs were spot on,, the roll did not live up to expectations. Sadly it was not crispy on the outside and had more of a white bread consistency. Too bad because I really did appreciate the attempt. My tea was fine (considering the lack of steamed milk) Bottom line; The key I always ask of any place I visit... would I come back? In Key West Diners case, more than likely, no. Not because it's bad, simply because it's nothing special AND it doesn't offer WiFi.

If your looking for a great place to eat try Boathouse! We…read moreordered fish/chips was very good not greasy. The burger was great too with toppings Great service Nice bar drinks margaritas were excellent! I'd go here again.

We had dinner at Boathouse and were lucky enough to sit outside on the patio, which was absolutely…read morebeautiful and made for a great evening. Unfortunately, we just missed happy hour, but we'll definitely plan better next time because the atmosphere alone makes it worth a return visit. We started with the tuna nachos and the spicy salmon roll, and both were delicious. The tuna nachos were fresh and flavorful, and the sushi was excellent. For my entrée, I ordered the Dijon-crusted cod with risotto and vegetables. While it was nicely prepared, I found it lacked a bit of flavor for my taste. We also enjoyed the burger, and the wings were okay. Overall, the food was good, the waterfront setting was fantastic, and the service was pleasant. I'd definitely come back, especially to check out happy hour and try a few more items from the menu.

Hidden on a tiny road that runs amongst condos and nothing else, Tidehouse at first would seem like…read morean afterthought for the condo association. But, don't let that first impression fool you. THE AMBIANCE: Once you climb the stairs (yes they have an outdoor elevator), you'll enter a wide expanse of the St Lucie River with hundreds of boats at dock. The view is simply stunning. You can choose to sit inside (why you'd make this choice is beyond me), or if you like music, choose the active fun loving crowd on the patio bar or dine dockside where you'll have an expansive view of the river. We chose the latter. Either way, this is an experience dining unlike any other in the Stuart area. THE SERVICE: We were served by Anna. With a smile and a an enthusiasm that showed she loved her job, she explained a bit of the history of the restaurant and gave a thorough overview of the offerings. Anna was a servers server who knew when to stop by without being intrusive, when to fill our glasses and when to be there when we needed her. I'm not sure if all the serving staff are as good as Anna but, If you're lucky enough to get one of her tables count your blessings. Even the buss boys served with a smile and efficiency that you don't often see. On one occasion one of our party spilled catchup and asked for an additional napkin. The buss boy didn't go and tell the server (which is the norm) but instead "immediately" returned with a napkin and cleaned the spill himself. In today's "I hate my job" world, it was so nice to experience a time when staff served with a smile that conveyed "I love my job"! THE FOOD: For our appetiser, we chose to share a bowl of their Maryland Crab Soup. The menu states "Tomato broth, vegetables, crab meat". Doesn't sound like much, right? But, don't let that simple description fool you, this slightly spicy soup was a delicious meal in itself. I highly recommend you share a bowl if you intend to leave room for an entree. For our entrees, my lovely bride chose to start with the Tide Chopped Salad which features fresh greens, tomato, cucumber, bell pepper, radish, and avocado, graced with an outstanding sherry vinaigrette. From there she chose the Steak and Shrimp combo which featured a 10oz NY Strip & 3 jumbo fried shrimp. She added the garlic mashed potatoes. Her mashed potatoes were scrumptious and her jumbo shrimp combined a crispy breadcrumb topping complimenting the juicy shrimp within. Tough and a bit grizzly, unfortunately, the steak was the outlier to the rest of the dish. I chose the Steak & Cake combo with coconut rice and macaroni and cheese sides. Because they're usually bread cakes with a few pieces of crab hidden throughout, I'm not usually a crab cake lover but, Anna Banana (her suggestion of a name) convinced me that, because the new owner came from Maryland and brought with him his family crab cake recipe, I needed to "experience" the best crab cake I'll ever have, and so, I took the plunge. Sadly, my steak was just as poor a cut of beef as my wife's but those crab cakes... oh those crab cakes were everything Anna Banana said, and than some! I've never had a crab cake that came close! The crab cakes come with a mustard base dipping sauce but, believe me, you'll not want to mar the perfection by dipping. My sides were also great. The coconut rice was not overpowering with just a hint of coconut as an aftertaste and my macaroni & cheese (which I don't usually order unless I have kids with me) was creamy and cheesy. For dessert, we decided to try the Key Lime pie. Not sure about the rest of the desserts but the Key Lime pie was a definite winner with just the right tartness resting on a tasty graham cracker crust (as a true Key Lime pie should have) and a wonderfully creamy texture. THE BOTTOM LINE: As with all my reviews the "customer so what" is would I come back? Even though I'd stay away from the steaks, you bet I'd come back! I would ask for the deck dining room, be seated in Anna "Bananas" serving area and make sure I included those out of this world crab cakes in my meal!

We live at the marina so the Tidehouse (or is it "House"??) is a go to for us. I say "House"…read morebecause the "Tide" sign on the water side is continually out! We've mentioned it to management several times however they seem surprised (& unconcerned) each time. Routinely the service is good, food is good....however they are not focused on customer service. They are often more concerned with closing the restaurant than providing great customer service as well as honoring their published hours. On more than one occasion, we have called to place a to go order and they have closed the kitchen early (after being told by the server, they would not close before 10p that Friday night). Also on more than one occasion, they have a bar full of people (wanting to stay, drink & spend more $$) and they bring the check to close the tab so the staff (or manager!) can leave. AND this all has happened during OFF SEASON! Being well educated in the hospitality industry, it's clear to me Tidehouse is not well run from the top down. This is unfortunate since it's such a perfect location with beautiful views.