We've been going here for a few years now. Great restaurant! Food is always great and so are the cocktails!

I love how the restaurant sources locally and comes up with a clever menu. Never the same twice. Nice atmosphere and overall a great vibe if you love an interesting menu and great execution and service. read more

No offense to Boynton, but I was NOT expecting food like this in Boynton, it actually reminded us of one of our favorite spots in Wynwood. My fiance enjoyed the black bird cocktail and I had some local beers on tap. Fish dip, shrimp and grits, and the handcut spaghetti we're all amazing and the service was very friendly and eager to share details about drinks, menu items and the restaurants story. We enjoyed it so much we're doing our combined birthday dinner there next week. Highly recommend!!! read more

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We had a lovely meal here. Great drinks at happy hour followed by wonderful deviled eggs. My hamburger was perfect as were the fries with it. My bride had the mole vegetable dish which she loved. We accompanied it all with a side of grits which were perfect. Highly recommend. read more

Boynton Beach does not have many quality dining options. Sweetwater, Butcher & the Bar, then i would probably place Driftwood next. Menu isn't tailor made for my particular liking but my wife and I were pleased with the outcome of our meals, as well as the cocktails. We shall return, Thank You read more

Good food. Laid back establishment. Decent service. Will be back. read more

We recently moved to Boynton Beach & have been excited to try out some local restaurants. We came here for dinner on Friday night for the 1st time & were delighted by the yummy food! We had Jessica as our waitress & she was very sweet! We started with the sweet & sour cauliflower which was spectacular! My boyfriend & I both agreed that it was one of the best things we have ever eaten! It was so nice & crispy & the sauce had a wonderful sweet & zesty flavor & the cauliflower was cooked perfectly! It was a literal party in your mouth with the combination of textures & flavors! So good!! We would come back for that dish alone & neither of us are big cauliflower fans. We also tried the short rib empanada & it was also excellent! It's the best empanada I've ever had... the pastry was so buttery & delicious! And the short rib filling was yummy too! Then we had the shrimp 'N grits which was also good... the grits were creamy & cheesy & the shrimp were cooked perfectly & the sauce was a nice compliment. We had the truffle fries as a side & they were amazing! So crispy & delicious! The next star of our meal was the dessert - we had the chocolate boca negra (rich flourless chocolate cake) which was served with mango fluff & crème fresh ice cream & some butterscotch crumbs - a delectable combination! Overall a VERY enjoyable meal! Nice decor too... dark & cozy. There's a cute outdoor area too. We're definitely looking forward to coming back & trying some more items on the menu! Well done Driftwood!! read more

A great spot. Warm and cozy atmosphere and love the food and service! A real treasure....We'll be back...

This is my favorite local spot. Their happy hour cauliflower app is crispy and sweet. Their drinks are unique and yummy. I've been here for dinner too but prefer happy hour. read more

Very well put together menu and drink selection. My wife and I enjoy dining here each time we visit. Highly recommended!

Husband and I decided to go out for a very rare DATE NIGHT! We decided on the amazing local restaurant Driftwood! Located right off of federal highway in Boynton beach, unfortunately parking was full so we had to park nextdoor but never the less was welcomed right away! Sat immediately with out reservation (strongly recommend) we ordered a couple drinks (virgin) mojito and a local beer for the husband, we ordered Smoked Fish dip as out appetizer and it did not disappoint. It was amazing! We also ordered the Endive Salad that is topped with peaches, smoked avocado vinaigrette, candied sunflower seeds (not pictured). I ordered the Pork tenderloin that comes on top of ferro with roasted carrots and husband ordered the Picanha steak the comes with grilled macaroni and cheese all of it was absolutely amazing and it was very hard for me to contain myself! read more

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Went to this spot tonight and got the deviled egged cause of all the other reviews...they were delish. We each ordered swordfish which was cooked perfectly: moist and flakey. My friends came out late because of an accident and we truthfully are relatively happy people who are fortunate to eat out, so we don't complain in restaurants. Well when we got the bill; they didn't charge us! That was so extraordinarily nice! Cause he ate that fish when it came. Will be back again. read more

After seeing the restaurant on Check Please South Florida, we decided to come to Driftwood for our weekly date night dinner. We were warmly greeted by the people at the host stand before being escorted to our table. The selection of appetizers was extensive and the three that we ordered were delicious. Our server, Jessica, was extremely pleasant, attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. Although it wasn't what I expected, it was a pleasant experience. read more

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Recently went here on a Wednesday night and had a good time! We sat outside (which was kind of on the highway) in front of the restaurant. For starters we tried the tilefish skewers (it's a local white fish) and ordered the short rib with hash browns and a side of truffle fries. I didn't take any photos but everything looked delish and tasted fresh! The service was really great and they were very attentive! I also liked that they had a private parking lot behind. We also ordered an old fashion and a margarita - both were good! I did get a shot of the menu, they have really different and fun things. I would go back! read more

Great place. Loved the atmosphere and the staff were super friendly. Killer drinks and the bartender was really nice.

A real Gem, My favorite restaurant in Delray ***** 5 stars ! Great Food and Great Service! read more

Great to see the place humming. Great service, great drinks and great food. The Hornet is a gin drink with a small hint of spice. The pork over faro was Smokey and the caramelized carrots gave the dish great depth. Table-mates enjoyed the homemade pasta with pepper and pecorino (OMG) with a raw egg topper that when mixed in makes it so rich. The grouper was yummy too. The coup d' grace is the cornbread and ice cream dessert with wild baby blueberries. My description does not do it justice. Order it and thank me! read more

Finally got over to Driftwood!! What a great place. We had outdoor reservations that I had switched to indoor because it was pouring. Well by the time we arrived it had cleared and the majority of the patio is covered. The hostess was so accommodating. Started with an awesome Mad Botanist Cocktail. Really loved that. For dinner I had their EPIC shrimp and grits while my date enjoyed the burger. I would definitely love to just try everything on the menu. It's that good. There was live music inside and a hopping bar. Plenty of on-site parking too. Give them a go if you haven't already!! read more

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The Palm Beach International Boat Show is in town, so going out to our favorite local restaurants is a chore right now. So, we decided to adventure a bit further and found a fabulous write up which included Driftwood. We like to sit at the bar, especially if it's our first time. If those behind the bar are artists at their craft, we feel it says a lot about the restaurant. I must say that Randy and Joe did not disappoint. We enjoyed a few snacks, (sweet and sour cauliflower, fried chicken oysters and a daily special smoked lamb ribs). Some good conversation and a few really good drinks. I'm happy to add our review to those who already love this place. We plan to be back again and again! read more

We came in a couple days after Christmas so they're decorations were still up which was really nice and festive. We decided to stay in the bar area and do some people watching. We started with the boiled peanuts and an order of their famous deviled eggs. The boiled peanuts were really good and very nostalgic but I have to admit the deviled eggs were out of this world. I pride myself in making really good deviled eggs but these blew my recipe out of the water. That's saying something because my recipe is fantastic. I ordered the shrimp and grits for my entree and my companion ordered the cheeseburger. The shrimp and grits was also another amazing dish, one of the best I've had in a long time. The burger was the size of my head! They included a zesty white creamy sauce that went really well with the fries. We opted to share the dessert. Big mistake. We ordered the cornbread with the buttermilk ice cream. It was so good that I knew that if we continued sharing it, trouble would be in the horizon. We flagged our server and ordered another one. Crisis averted. What's great about this place is the menu is always changing which is fantastic. This place is probably one of the best restaurants in Palm Beach County. Surprisingly very unassuming considering the kind of food that comes out of this place. I went back the very next day just for the dessert. It was that good. read more

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2 1/2 stars. Was in the Delray area and never would have found this small place if not for Yelp reviews. From the reviews I did think this place would be more casual. On a Saturday night we arrived at 5:30 pm to find a place that looked from the outside to be a hole in the wall. On the inside it managed to be laid back but casually elegant at the same time. I felt lucky to be seated as there were many reserved tables. Complimentary boiled peanuts are brought to the table. I had never had boiled peanuts before....kind of mushy....not really my thing. We started with Fish Dip. There were mixed reviews at the table. I liked the chunks of fish and thought it tasted really fresh. although it was a small portion. The opinions on our entrees were also mixed. I ordered the Local Barrel Fish. Our server told me it was a white fish, reminiscent of snapper. The fish did not remind me of snapper at all. Maybe it was the way it was prepared. The fish was rubbery and not flaky at all. I think it was over cooked. If I got a bite with the seasoning on top, there was some taste to the fish, but otherwise it was bland. The Barrel Fish was placed on top of smoked celery root purée which could have used more flavor as well. 14 year old liked his Shrimp & Grits but thought the grits were a bit too creamy. Both Husband and 15 year old ordered the Chicken & Dumplings. 15 year old liked the dish but Husband did not. He said the chicken did not taste fresh and the dumplings were just okay. Service was good but I have to say I was disappointed by the food. There are many other places in Delray I would try before giving this place another shot. read more

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The menu is nice, loved the dry rub Jamaican wings, loved the pasta dish.. drinks were great too! Location is kinda hidden.. waiters are super nice! Yes I do recommend if visiting the Boynton Beach - Delray Beach area. read more

Sometimes you find a gem, hiding in plain sight. Such is the case with Boynton's Driftwood restaurant. The new owners took over about a year ago (the place used to be "Scully's" which I think was a family style restaurant- we never went there). Driftwood came highly recommended, and we saw the reviews on Yelp, so we stopped in for a late night cocktail and a bite to eat. What a wonderful experience! We ordered off the "late menu" and had wings, hummus/pita and burgers. All were exceptional. This was FAR more than your typical late night bar food. The burgers were infused with flavor and cooked perfectly- juicy and tasty, but not the heavy meal you may expect. The hummus was homemade (we met the chef) and was flavored perfectly- absolutely first rate. And the dry rubbed wings were nothing short of awesome- very tender, not dry like most 'bar wings'- with a great, mildly spicy flavor. These were made with care. Olivia was behind the bar and made some great cocktails- she knows what she's doing. I had a wonderful twist on an Old Fashioned- 3 to 1 Rye over Brugal Dominican Anejo rum, with bit of 1:1 simple syrup- garnished with an orange slice, over a single giant, "branded" ice cube (very nice touch!). It was outstanding and will now become my new home Old Fashioned recipe. My friend had a Winter Mai Tai, a complicated, wonderful mix of rums, orgeat, and about 6 other ingredients that made a great cocktail for the season- not your typical overly sweet umbrella drink (in fact, it's not served with an umbrella at all, but with an orchid flower- another nice touch). And the atmosphere is very cool- an upscale "old Florida"/nautical vibe with very friendly clientele and staff. A very comfortable place. When you're not quite ready to call it a night, this is a great last stop as they're open late on weekends. It's well worth seeking out, and we are looking forward to going back for a full dinner. We'll be back. Often read more

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Driftwood was amazing. The food was incredible & the service excellent. It was a little slow but nice for a leisurely date night! The setting was beautiful! read more

This place is amazing - a real gem! Went here for super last night, after reading the Yelp reviews, looking for seafood. We found it - and much, much more. For starters, a complimentary appetizer of boiled peanuts - wasn't quite sure what to expect, but theses were delicious, warm, slightly spicy, a little salty and very tasty. We ordered two appetizers next: the pate, and fish dip - both were imaginative and outstanding. The pate was served along with some pickled vegetables, hearty mustard and warm, buttered slices of crostini. The liver was the consistency of creamy peanut butter, and was so good, especially spread on the crostini with a little mustard on top. The mustard added a little heat and the veggies added a little vinegar and a hint of sweetness, both of which both paired with and cut thru the richness of the pate. Included with the veggies was candied papaya, which, according to our server, were grown by the chef. The fish dip consisted of tuna, kingfish and sword fish, in a rough, rustic cut served with cracker, herbs and celery. Note - the crackers were placed on edge on the plate, and the fish dip was placed between each cracker, making it look like a mini log (see photo) There is a gorgeous fully stocked bar, offering some very creative and interesting sounding cocktails, but we opted for two of the local draft beers - an IPA, and a bock - while my brother in law had his customary Manhattan, which he pronounced good, and noted that it came with brandies cherries - a plus in his book. Driftwood specialized in local, sustainable fish and fresh ingredients. They also prepare these ingredients in wondrous ways: I loved my barrel fish - the first time I ever had this firm, mild white fish, and loved the way it was served over broccoli rabe so the slight bitterness was a great counterpoint to the sweetness of the fish. MY brother in law has sword fish - again locally caught - and again beautifully prepared and presented, and delicious. My sister opted for shrimp with grits - our server said this dish is the most popular. She shared a bit with me and I can see why - creamy, cheesy, a wonderful red sauce, delicious local shrimp - I think this was my favorite of the night. My wife had a burger with fries. She said it was cooked perfectly and delicious, and said the thin fries were terrific: firm on the outside, with a bit of salt and spice, and hot and delicious inside. We ordered two desserts - a warm corn cake covered with wild blueberries and bee pollen, with buttermilk ice cream on the side: the perfect blending of temperatures and flavors and textures; the second was a dark chocolate tart, which was almost like fudge, served with a passion fruit sauce: wonderful! The menu is not extensive, but it is well thought out and creative - and everything sounds delicious! We can't wait to go back - both to try more of these great dishes, and to sample some of the cocktails. read more

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I love the variety of tastes in their small plates!! Their service is friendly and prompt and it's a great local place. The patio can be loud because of traffic noise, but when we were there the other night, it all faded away .. isn't that crazy? ...because the food and service were so good! We had a great time. read more

I came here for the first time for Sunday brunch. I wasn't super impressed with the brunch menu but wanted to check it out anyway as I have heard good things. I ordered a house white wine and was told they were out of it. My friend ordered a glass of house red. That too was unavailable too. The house wine was $7 and he offered us a $13 glass of wine as a replacement but wanted us to pay for it. I thought that was odd. We ordered the fish dip with vegetables instead of crackers. It came as a log with a ton of parsley on it with a some celery and radishes. Nothing special with the presentation and the amount of veggies we got. However, the fish dip was actually really tasty. We decided not to stay for brunch after-all. But I would come back for dinner or happy hour and see if the experience is better. read more

Food is very good, must have cauliflower appetizer, the best! Wings are also delicious. Service was a bit slow, or would have gotten 5 stars. Both indoor and outdoor seating, but right on Federal Highway, so a lot of traffic going by. Interesting decor inside. Good for vegetarians and those who like things are unique, as well as towering hamburgers and other more traditional food. read more

Amazing food. Diamond in the rough! Ribeye tips , small plate was incredible. Server was a great person! Enjoyed the outdoor seating.

Always delicious and a kind team. Great local gem. So happy they survived pandemic and great to see chef pops up to support local events.

Boynton Beach isn't exactly the hippest town in the world, especially if you compare it to its next-door neighbor, Delray Beach. But Boynton is starting to attract fun places for the bar-hopping crowd, especially near the water. One of the former chefs at South Beach's Yardbird, a Southern-style eatery known for its (rather expensive) fried chicken and playful takes on Southern cuisine, has opened Driftwood, which has a Tiki Bar and Key West sort of vibe -- echoing the kind of sleepy tropical expat bar atmosphere you would expect Hemingway or F. Scott Fitzgerald to have regularly visited. Golden Age Rock 'n Roll plays at muted volume in the background, it's almost got a Disney World perfect theme atmosphere for what it is. Like it belongs in the lobby of the Pleasure Island resort that closed years ago. An elevated Margaritaville. Not the actual chain but the song. And the kind of place an adult (not the Las OIas crowd) not looking for loud music but good food and drink would be perfectly fine wasting away in. It has a huge liquor list of higher-end bourbons, rums, and tequilas that borders on the intimidating because of so many choices. Fortunately, the craft cocktail list is much more selective and it's also quite esoteric. While you can get the typical Old Fashioned here, they have a bunch of unusual spins on different Tiki-type drinks, such as the "Winter Mai Tai" that has banana and sweet potato blended into it along with the rum and coconut, or the bourbon-based shiso cocktail that is a derivative of a Pisco Sour. We liked both, they were also quite potent. Most of the food on the menu are creative takes on Southern and American favorites with some international things thrown in. We only went with the small plates this first visit because it was just the two of us. Wife ordered the Chicken Liver Pate. It came as an ultra-smooth spread in a bowl accompanied by crusty bread, accompanied by pickled celery, pickled okra, grainy mustard and a candied papaya condiment made from the restaurant's own backyard tree. I didn't have any but she loved it. The Calamari appetizer was served standing upright resembling a ship's sail, all laced together and crunchy (possibly overdone) which you have to pull apart and dip in a chunky smoked tomato Fra Diavolo sauce with pickled peppers in it. Prime Steak Skewers with pickled cabbage were cooked perfectly medium rare which was no small feat. We also really liked the roasted cabbage with cheese sauce appetizer. It's very beige looking, but quite good. Save room for dessert though. The restaurant makes its own pastry and ice cream -- we had the dark chocolate torte with passion fruit sauce and it was outstanding. But at this point after two bites of this thing we were done and had to take the rest home. read more

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this a wonderful intimate restaurant that could be a great neighborhood place. however they try way too hard to be a fancy food restaurant. they have milk rolls on the menu as an appetizer which are only dinner rolls. really? charging for bread? the steak and shrimp and grits were so salty they were inedible! the shrimp had about 2oz of red oil poured over the top and had zero flavor. the steak was cooked right but so salty I could not finish any of it. sad! could be so good! on top of all of this they add a 20% gratuity because they don't trust the customer to add their own gratuity. very sad and will not be back! could be so much better! Salt salt and more salt! do not waste your money! I will never be back which is sad because it could be so nice! read more

You will find great food for an affordable price at this very laid back restaurant in Boynton. Our waiter, Huy, was very friendly and was ready with food recommendations for us. My party of four ordered a burger, shrimp and grits, chicken and waffles, and pastrami hash with bottomless mimosas (and they're not stingy with the champagne either) for an additional $13 since we were there for brunch. Presentation and flavor for all of the food was on point, and everyone was happy with their meal. I wasn't in the mood for a strong cocktail but their drink menu looks quite interesting so I would definitely come back for dinner and drinks. I hope this place is here to stay. read more

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So decided to order in this Mother's Day and came across this restaurant. I'm always willing to try something new and since I absolutely love deviled eggs this intrigued me. I order the smoked deviled eggs, the NY strip steak with baked potato, wings and a burger with fries. First off the fries were amazing please don't ever change it. My steak was juiced but lacked a bit of flavor (seasoning). The baked potato had broccoli in it and it was the best baked potato I ever had. The wings well seasoned and tasty. Sadly though I did not like the deviled eggs. It was wiped too much it lost its texture. And not a fan of the tomato seeds it almost felt like there was caviar on it. Over all I would def stop by and dine in to get the full experience and try out their bar. read more

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Great restaurant with great food and service. Decent size menu and great drinks! Wish they had more fish options but the Tilefish was amazing! read more

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Excellent spot! Food always delicious. Great drinks. Awesome atmosphere and live music sets the tone. The staff are amazing and service is outstanding. read more

Came to the Driftwood in Boynton for the first time and enjoyed ourselves. Server Jessica was friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. The wine and appetizer menus were extensive and delicious, but the entree menu is limited. There were mushrooms and breadings that I don't eat, so I ended up with some gnocchi looking dumplings with little chicken and spicy sauce. I do realize that it's my eating preferences that limited me, but encourage you to explore the menu before going. Atmosphere is beachy, but not fancy. read more

This place is truly a hidden GEM. Everything was amazing from the starters and drinks to the entrees and dessert. The atmosphere is also cozy and inviting with pleasant staff. read more

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Cute atmosphere!!! Great apps, lots of choices to select from and delicious desserts. The hamburger was outstanding!!! They also make killer cocktails too! Love that they have outdoor seating too. read more

Wonderful service, food and atmosphere. Music set at a good level outside, not too loud. Sheena, our server, was perfect. Absolutely perfect. The food, so very finely crafted. read more