I've sat at a lot of bars. Most bartenders can pour. Fewer can actually run a bar -- read the room,…read morestay two steps ahead, and make you feel like the only person there while quietly handling eleven other people. Michael can. Patient, attentive, and dialed in on details most folks wouldn't catch. Ask him something and you get a real answer, not a script. Cam backed him up without a single dropped stitch. The food didn't just keep up -- it held its own. Every plate. Skip the table. Sit at the bar. Hope Michael's working.

I was really looking forward to trying The Library Speakeasy in Lake Worth, and at first, it lived…read moreup to the hype. The vibe is super cool, cozy seating, great ambience, dim lighting that feels like a hidden gem. I sat on the comfy couch and ordered sushi from OKA, which was honestly better than ever. Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The cocktails were delicious too; strong, creative, and exactly what I wanted for a chill night out. I was having a great time, enjoying my meal and drinks, when disaster struck right at the end. I had literally just finished eating when a huge roach crawled right by my feet on the couch area. It was massive and absolutely disgusting. I jumped out of my seat so fast, thankfully I was done with my food, or I probably would've lost it completely. I didn't scream (which is a miracle because I definitely would have at home), but it was such a gross turn-off. I get that this is Lake Worth and Florida has its bugs, but come on, a roach that big in a dining establishment? That's not okay. You really need to step up the pest control. Also, the bathrooms could use some serious help. They're outdated and feel neglected, definitely in need of an update or renovation to match the rest of the cool vibe. Overall, the sushi shines, the drinks are spot-on, and the atmosphere is fun... but that roach ruined the ending for me, and the bathrooms don't help. Fix those things, and this place could be amazing. Hoping it was just a one-off bad night!

Quite possibly the best meal I've had during my week here. A cool place that has a unique combo of…read moreAsian and American flavors. Loved the pho brisket. I think it's pretty unique. Also the sea bass taco was absolutely delicious- I could have eaten like three of them. The bulgogi taco was also good but not as much of a stand out. The tikka half chicken was solid. Not a huge Mac n cheese fan but I think just compared to other dishes, this didn't stand out. The CORNBREAD. Loved. It is for sure sweet though so def more of a dessert vibe than side dish vibe .

We made reservations at open table & parked in the free lot behind the restaurant. The restaurant…read moreis at the corner of Lake Ave & K street. There was a big casual bar, outdoor tables & we sat at a high top at the front window. Michael welcomed & waited on us. The eclectic Street food menu included tacos, noodles, burgers ... We started with extremely sweet margarita mix & papas rellanos with a garlicky aioli on the side. They were hot rice balls with ground beef in the center. We each ordered 2 tacos for dinner that were beautiful. The dirty rice was full of flavor. All of our food came out within 5 minutes of ordering and our table became very full. Prices were reasonable, plates were abundant and dogs were welcome. Michael checked on us several times.

I was surprised with a second date here. Located on the side of Monroe's. I have a frequented…read moreMonroe's a few times and would have never guessed this was here. Upon arrival, a code was given at the door to allow us entry, and we were sat at our reserved table. Customer service was phenomenal from start to finish the entire night. The menu options all seemed very delicious. However, after hearing the catch of the day described, I already knew what I wanted to settle on. For appetizers, we enjoyed the Philly cheesesteak egg rolls. They were delicious, and the sauce complemented them perfectly. The wait time for our food was reasonable, and our server checked on us just enough to show attentiveness while still allowing us the intimate opportunity to talk and enjoy each other's company. I would love to return again.

Saturday night, Anniversary night.....decided going to a speakeasy (regardless of what's 'next…read moredoor') we thought it would be super cool. . You need to make a reservation with a credit card as if you don't show they will charge. Sounds high end and the place to be. That day we tried to adjust a reservation by 30 minutes. NO ONE WOULD ANSWER NOR RETURN CALLS, no matter how many times we called or messaged on the app. We read 20 minute grace period so we choose '20 minutes' late. They text us door1 code. Ok, cool..good start. We get there....Door1is propped open. Then you were in a vestibule area. Door 2 (where you are supposed to ring in) is ALSO OPEN. So literally other than not having a name on the outside, is a bar. An expensive one. We were really disappointed as stupid as that sounds as we didn't get the speakeasy experience. Hostess says they are really busy. Umm, the place is half full. No real tables but honestly we sat on the couches looking at the bar, and turned out perfect for cocktails and app, and enjoying my beautiful company (my wife). Out waitress was cool, kept apologizing for how busy it was .....again 1/2 full. We were thinking there would be a mixologist there. Nope, just another waitress who never smiled once making drinks. And $21 drinks that seemed a bit light on the pour (as least for my ol fashioned. We did order a smoked prosciutto burrata app that was quite good! The guy placing music was really nice although for a few songs the volume got turned up and you couldn't hardly talk to your date, but that was temporary. So it was like $80 for 2 drinks and one app. With the 'absence of the speakeasy', mehhh

For our firm Christmas party this year we chose bowling. Couldn't book package online as our party…read moreis under the 15 people minimum requirement. Called on the phone and was advised to just show up Monday at noon because the place is dead around that time. Parking available upon arrival and greeted at the entrance. Make sure your entire party is present for bowling as the clock starts as soon as you pay. Waitress came over to take our drink and food orders. I got the espresso martini because I needed a little pick me up. The nachos, pizza and sliders were delicious but my favorite was the pretzel and cheese sauce. We had to switch booths because the bowling pins on strings kept messing up. We ended our party in the arcade with pop-a-shot, skeeball and Dance Dance Revolution battles Overall everyone loved the food and had a great time.

The food is the best here. I prefer this restaurant over the others in the hotel. The service is…read moreamazing across the board. Everyone is so nice and treats everyone so kindly.

Stopped into The Blind Monk before meeting friends downtown and ended up ordering the strawberry…read morebruschetta and avocado toast while sitting at the bar. The bartender was easy to talk to and gave a couple suggestions without making it feel like a sales pitch. Both dishes came out pretty quickly even though the place started filling up during happy hour. The bruschetta had a nice mix of sweet and savory, and the avocado toast was fresh without being overly dressed up. I liked the overall pace of the service since nobody rushed me to order more once I finished eating. It felt like a comfortable place to unwind for a bit instead of a loud crowded spot where you're trying to leave right away.

I was really disappointed with my experience at this restaurant. The…read moremeals were very overpriced for the portion sizes- small plates that did not feel like good value for what you pay. Service was also very slow, even when it wasn't busy. Everything took longer than expected and seemed disorganized. On top of that, the bartender was rude and unwelcoming. I was also charged for another person's drink without being asked or informed; which was unacceptable and felt careless. The staff seemed "blind" to how to properly run a restaurant. For the prices being charged, I expected much better food, service, and attention to detail. Unfortunately, I will not be returning.

The burgers are huge and delicious. The service is consistently stunning. Love this place for a…read morefriendly gathering to watch the local game. If you smoke, outside welcomed you. This is the only issue for those who do not smoke and must make their way inside. It reminds us that Planet Earth is not perfect. Not sure if there is a fix for that without taking away the #SmokerLounge. Entertainment frequently plays.

This place deserves 5 stars for a few reasons- 1. They have Irish beer on draft. 2. Their fried…read morepickles are whole spears (yum). 3. They have great live music. 4. It's a dive bar with a clean bathroom, which can be hard to find. 5. It has character unlike so many of the newer spots put in by developers. I loved the old wooden tables. We also had a great time playing darts. It was such a nice change of pace! My friends and I loved it! We'll be back.

Very disappointing and unacceptable experience at Mary Lou's in West Palm Beach…read more The prices were already extremely high, and then the final bill included an added 5% operational fee on top of an automatic 20% gratuity. For a restaurant at this price point, these charges should be clearly explained before the bill arrives, not left as an unexpected surprise for customers. The restaurant was also uncomfortably cold throughout the entire evening, which took away from what should have been an enjoyable dining experience. What was most upsetting, however, was the treatment by the bouncer. He was rude and physically shoved me without any reason. No customer should ever be handled in that manner. It was inappropriate, unprofessional, and completely unacceptable. For the amount charged, I expected a much higher level of service, transparency, and respect. Instead, the evening felt overpriced, uncomfortable, and hostile. I will not be returning and would strongly encourage management to address both the hidden fees and the conduct of their staff.

Sophisticated, over-the-top, stylish, swanky, expensive, with a strong exclusiveness that radiates…read moreas you enter the inner sanctum that is the bar and dining lounge, Mary Lou's is an experience. You may experience it once, or multiple times, depending on how comfortable you are with strictly valet parking and, in particular, the Palm Beach prices, but the food, the cocktails, and the service are on point. For as long as I have lived in the West Palm Beach area, the building that now houses Mary Lou's was a bait-and-tackle store with a respectable craft beer selection. The structure has been in existence since at least the 1960s, by my knowledge, and the owners of what has become Mary Lou's have kept the exterior aesthetic to make it appear like an old but unassuming store on Southern Boulevard, but once you're inside, you realize you're in a completely different universe. Once you valet your car and walk inside, you're greeted by ship-like, polished wooden walls and intimate lighting as you head to the greeting desk to check in. Yes, please reserve a table in advance. Once checked in, you're escorted through a set of doors into a darkened hallway before a circular, circus-like lounge area and bar appear that radiates 70s vibes, not too far from what you may watch on the show Palm Royale from Apple TV. After being escorted to our table, we enjoyed a myriad of lovely cocktails and small and large bites with excellent service. I enjoyed cocktails such as the Olive Ave and Old Soul: the former was a filthy martini made with love and understanding, the latter was a bourbon-based powerhouse with applejack, Barenjager, and mango. I also ordered off the menu and enjoyed a Paper Plane and an Old Fashioned. Both were fantastic bourbon cocktails that the bar made well. The Beef Carpaccio Salad was wicked good with the goat cheese brulee and pine nut butter, while the maple pork belly skewers were solid. The crispy octopus was excellent with the fav bean puree, while the grilled lamb chops were piquant. The Banana Creme Brulee for dessert was very good, shaped like an actual banana with a chocolate shell that evoked Andy Warhol. Everything we were served was meticulously prepared and exquisitely delicious. The service was prompt and accommodating. We rarely waited long for drinks, for additional items off the menu, the bar accommodated us well with different drink selections -- we were a party of six and didn't have delays per my observation. The drawbacks are pricing and exclusive valet parking. Most cocktails run at least $20, and the small and large bites are priced between $30 and $45, with some slightly lower and some slightly higher. You can easily spend $75 to $100 before tip. Therefore, this serves as either a special-occasion spot or a regular-occasion spot for those who can afford it -- definitely Palm Beachy in that regard. The on-site parking spots for Mary Lou's are reserved for valet; self-parking is not readily available, as I have observed. If you're concerned about valet parking, consider either coming with a large group and carpooling or using Uber. After 10 PM at least on Saturdays is when the lounge turns into a dance club with the lights darkening, the spotlights shining, reflecting off the mirror bar, with dancers and DJ spinning music. It can be a lot of fun to take part if you make a reservation at the right time to experience both sides of the establishment.

Remember when your teachers assigned "required reading" for the summer? Oceano Kitchen should be…read more"required dining." This is a special place... and one of my absolute favorites. A casually elegant setting where you can relax and enjoy the creative, original cooking of Chef Jeremy Bearman, along with the outstanding pastries and desserts crafted by his wife, Cyndi Bearman. Sitting at the bar, sipping a glass of Ersol Chardonnay while looking over the menu... honestly, there's no place I'd rather be. Tonight's Watermelon & Tomato Panzanella Salad was everything summer should be... fresh, vibrant, and full of clean flavors. Their pizzas are always excellent. There's the consistently terrific Straight Shooter Pizza, along with seasonal specialty pizzas inspired by what's freshest in the market. Tonight we enjoyed the Andouille & Corn Pizza... another winner. Dessert is never an afterthought here. In fact, Oceano is one of the rare restaurants where I always plan on saving room because it would be a shame to miss what comes at the end of the meal. The Coconut Cream Pie was absolutely fantastic. Service from Erick and Ayn was outstanding, as always. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED... SPECIAL PLACE

Went this past week for my birthday as I heard this place had a James Beard nod and that it was…read morewritten about as one of the best new restaurants in 2026 by USA Today. It was definitely a love at first site thing, and wow was it packed! Everyone was dressed well, having a great time. Honestly, I hear many places struggling in summer in Palm Beach county, but not this place! The mushroom pizza we ordered was fantastic, easily 10/10. The mushrooms were excellent, there was a nice char on the crust, the cheese was deliciously melty, yum. We also had a bottle of Chablis that was delightful. For dinner, we ordered a pasta dish that was also great. For dessert, we went with a shortbread cheesecake dessert which was very gastronomic. I loved everything. The only reason I am not giving them 5/5 was because my husband called ahead of time to request a desert with a candle in it AND he asked the front desk multiple times to make sure they had a dessert setup for my birthday and they did not, so he was really upset about that (I didn't mind). Our server was really sweet and knowledgeable. I guess she wasn't related the information, not her fault. I didn't realize how packed it would be here in July! We will definitely be back. It was very California like inside with the wooden panels and the bottles of wine on full display, along with beachy pics, and lots of natural light along with a cute back patio area.