4.5 stars, but rounding up! This is a very special, old place. It's a Vero Beach institution; a…read more"must" at least once! This historical restaurant is located right on the water - any closer and you'd be swimming. It's an old building full of history and fun stories on the menu of how it came to be. It's a special place and it's memorable. We've been several times for lunch and dinner throughout the years. This place has a beachy gift shop, a main waiting room with the hostess stand, an oceanfront indoor bar and lounge area, and the main dining room. For lunch, it's more laid back. The menu is sandwich-heavy but includes some non-sandwich items like fried shrimp plate, nova scotia scallops, and a special entree each day. It's a lot less busy for the most part during lunch in comparison to dinner. Dinner is a big to-do here. They open at 4pm for bar seating and to add your name to the dinner waitlist. If you want a table, especially one closer to the best view, you've gotta get there around 3:50-4 to get in line. They don't do reservations unless you're a larger party. You can then either leave and come back close to 5, or enjoy drinks at their bar if you're lucky enough to score seating. At dinner, the menu is definitely more extensive- featuring steaks, chops, and different fish/seafood specials. We love their prime rib, and the creamed spinach is perfect and old school. At lunch and dinner, don't miss out on their dessert tray presentation. The dessert tray has a lot of options - and it's a fun experience. Their bartenders are always nice and professional, and most importantly make a delicious cocktail. Cosmos, pear martinis, dirty martinis, all delicious each time we visit. Servers are also nice and professional too which lends to the charm of this old place! We had one bad scenario out of all of the times we visited regarding service from an assistant manager - but every other visit has been great! I love that they have GF options, like french onion soup made without the bread! On your way out, stop by the gift shop for even more goodies - their homemade blue cheese dip is not to miss! It's complementary at dinner, but honestly we like to buy extra for the house. They also sell dessert slices, and alcoholic beverages like rum runners, pain killers, margaritas, etc in two different sizes. Great to take to enjoy and walk down the beach!

We were on vacation and decided to go and have dinner at the Ocean Grill. Our waiter, Andrew, was…read morevery attentive and knowledgeable. He answered every question we had about the food. I ordered Mahi with potatoes and creamy spinach. Everything was delicious except my partner's rice tasted terrible. It appeared that it was cooked with water that had a funky taste to it. They should taste the food that's coming out to the customers. The menu is very pricy. Expect to pay $250 for two people. They also have a cute gift shop... very pricy as well. A T-shirt costs $28. A chime that we saw there was $65 - we found the same chime on Amazon for $25. I did end up buying a small gift for my daughter.

Loved all the dishes we ordered, sad we didn't get the full dine in experience but it was still…read moregreat for take out. We got the baked oysters to start and it was so cheesy and delicious. The beet salad was refreshing. The lettuce was a little wilted but not terrible. The rock shrimp pasta was flavorful and the seafood was very tender. Came with a big portion of pasta that I requested on the side. My maple duck breast was amazing. Big piece with crispy skin and juicy meat. The seasoning was right. The mashed potatoes were smooth and fluffy. It also came with a small order of bread and the cornbread pieces were great. I'm sure the dine in experience would've made everything even better.

Unbelievable!! Fantastic!! This is what a dining experience should be. I was greeted warmly and…read moreseated immediately with my reservation. I knew the food was going to be good because they were jam packed on a Tuesday! They have a large variety of specialty cocktails and a full bar. I enjoyed a specialty drink and then switched to prosecco. My server, Sarah, was outstanding and provided top notch service. They start you off with a yummy sweet cornbread service. I ate too much of the bread! For my meal, I started with the steak tartare and it was excellent, high quality beef. I then moved onto the chargrilled oysters which were a 1000/10! Amazing flavor... the blend of the butter and 3 cheeses was perfect! I then had the best pork chop I've ever eaten in my life. They brine it for 24 hours in a sweet tea mixture... I was thinking that would taste weird or sweet but it was neither. The chop was simply the most divine, juicy and flavorful pork chop I have ever consumed. Words can't express the deliciousness! It was 10000000/10. The chop was paired with the best grits I've ever had. I take grits seriously as a southern woman and those were magnificent. Restaurant was very clean. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. The manager worked the room all night attending to guests and making sure everyone was happy. I highly recommend and will absolutely be back!!

This could easily get 5 stars. Great location on the edge of the beach with plenty of tables and…read moreumbrellas. Wind and sound of the waves perfect. Food a bit above basic but great choice of cocktails and really pleasant service. I had dark and stormy made with Bermuda rum followed by Waldo's lager. Unfortunately but understandably in unique but plastic glasses. Baked Brie good without being exceptional. The pittsburger burger had fries, slaw and meat in a sandwich. A first for me but good. Coconut shrimp good and 12 of them. Strongly recommend eating and drinking at this historic venue. The restirant is arrived at through car park of " resort". Do not be put off

Waldo's was, unfortunately, a frustrating experience from start to finish. From the moment we sat…read moredown, the service set the tone in the worst way. Our waiter came across as both rude and inattentive, making us feel more like an inconvenience than paying customers. Basic requests felt like a burden to her, and her attitude only added to the discomfort of the evening. What made matters worse was the restaurant's refusal to close the door, despite strong, freezing winds blowing directly into the dining area. It was genuinely uncomfortable to sit there, and rather than addressing the issue, the staff seemed completely unconcerned. One member of our party actually had to wrap themselves in a blanket just to stay warm, which is something you would never expect to deal with while dining out. As for the food, it didn't justify the price point at all. Everything was noticeably overpriced for what you receive, especially considering the lack of care in both service and atmosphere. When you combine the poor service, uncomfortable environment, and inflated prices, it's hard to find any reason to return. Overall, Waldo's missed the mark in nearly every category. Dining out should be an enjoyable experience, but this was anything but.

My daughter gave me a gift card to Polo Steak & Sea for my birthday, so my wife and I finally had…read morean excuse to check it out. I'm happy to say it did not disappoint. We grabbed seats at the bar so we could explore the menu and cocktail list. If you enjoy wine or spirits, prepare to be impressed. Their selection is absolutely massive. I kicked things off with the Spicy Smoked Old Fashioned. Garnished with a cinnamon stick and dried apple slice, it had a warm holiday feel but was delicious enough to enjoy any time of year. For appetizers, we shared the Calamari Fries, and they were outstanding. We also tried the Beauty and the Beast sushi roll. The flavors were excellent, although the nori was a little chewier than I prefer. For our entrée, we split the Seafood Fra Diavola, and it was the highlight of the evening. The seafood was fresh, the sauce was rich and flavorful, and it had just the right amount of heat without overpowering the dish. To finish, we shared a huge slice of Key Lime Pie, which was the perfect ending to a great meal. Overall, Polo Steak & Sea delivered a memorable dining experience with creative cocktails, an incredible wine and spirits selection, and excellent food. Thanks to my daughter for the birthday gift! We'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu and the libations.

I ate there this evening. The atmosphere inside is nice. Disappointing. They not paying attention…read moreto the little things. The two laminated menus wee were handed were cracked. Additionally My steak clearly was not trimmed as 1/2 of my $60.00 Steak was complete fat. Not worth it.

This place is located inside the Kimpton Vero beach hotel. It's a nice beachside cafe. Well made…read moredrinks and fresh seafood options. The bar is lively and there is live music on certain days. Service was prompt and friendly. Prices are elevated but that's to be expected for a high end hotel restaurant.

We had such a fun night here. The bartender was awesome and crafted. Amazing cocktails. The…read moreatmosphere is beautiful as you are sitting outside right along the ocean. We will definitely be returning.

Our server did not write down our order and completely forgot to bring the two appetizers we…read moreordered. The cocktail I ordered was so strong it was undrinkable. The steak we ordered arrived on a very hot rock that caused grease to splatter all over the table and our clothes, ruining a pair of shorts. We had to ask for a plate to manage the situation. When we spoke to the manager afterward, they mentioned that they were already aware of the hot rock issue but offered no apology, no discount, and did not seem to view it as a problem worth addressing. Just overall very disappointing. The food is decent but for a $300+ dinner, i expect a little bit more than that.

This is a Gloria Estefan property. We started our evening at the outdoor patio bar on the ocean…read more Great setting, hate the plastic glasses, but understand + it was a real mojito. The restaurant has what is termed blue wave lighting so I apologize for the quality of the pics. I just didn't know how to escape the blue hue. Service was outstanding! We had a larger party and special care was provided to all of us in attendance. I started with the gazpacho, which was just okay. The paella though was wonderful. This Cuban influenced version is a bit different than the traditional Spanish version with which I have far more experience. My guess was the biggest difference was in the saffron which I didn't pick up here. Visually, and you'll have to trust me here, a wonderful presentation. A great time was had by all. Warning though, the portions are very large.

Update: I was told Athena was a kitchen manager but turns out she is the General Manager! Great…read morebecause she also comes up with the daily specials available every day and her inspirations are a welcome addition to the regular menu. You'll be tempted to try more than one but it very creative! Secondly Lisa was our bartender and she was very welcoming and provided great service and hospitality. She also works at a sister restaurant called Chive also located in Vero Beach so we plan to go there soon but really appreciated how she took care of us at the Green Marlin. You'll like the inside bar, full restaurant seating as well as the outside area with food and drink and often entertainment. Glad we got to visit these great people again and sorry this review was posted a little late but THANKS for another great dining experience!

Stopped in at 7:00 on a Friday night while traveling North and it was packed. By 8pm most patrons…read morehad cleared out, so we gather this is more of an early dinner kinda spot. If you want an eclectic- large- menu with fresh seafood and not stuffy vibe- this is your spot. Our server, Deb, was delightful. Simply perfect as far as service. We started with Oysters and onion rings. Couldn't say anything negative about their onion game and oysters were fresh. I prefer mignonette with mine, but this place is a cocktail sauce and crackers kind of spot. No prob. I had the fresh salmon "in the weeds" style. It was delicious. I've had a similar dish at a much more upscale place and this one held its own. My husband had the fish cakes and it came with fish and scallops in a crabcake style set up. They were also very good and very fresh tasting not fishy at all. We decided to take home dessert because we were so stuffed and Deb was kind enough to pack it all up for us with her infectious smile. Key lime pie- filling was excellent ratio of sweet and tangy but wasn't a fan of the crust. Seemed to have a hint of allspice or something unique that we picked up on but wasn't preferred. Peanut butter pie was classic and a 10/10. We saw several people with other dishes, like the taco salad or the fresh fish island style and they all looked amazing. The taco salad was massive and looked delicious. If you are looking for a casual spot with good food, great service and a good drink selection. You can't get much better than this.

Amazing time. Get four gals all retired US Airways flight attendants and some family and the…read morephenomenal delicious food of Citrus Grillhouse. Nothing could be better.

Returned for a second time, this time I dined alone at the bar. The service was superb! I had a…read moretomato risotto that was so flavorful and perfectly cooked. Lots of summer cocktail options to choose from. I went with a grapefruit martini and the burrata salad as an appetizer. My only wish is that they had more Italian and Spanish wines by the bottle, they're mostly from California (where grapes are sprayed with glyphosate).

Perfect beach bar. Right on the water with indoor and outdoor seating, plenty of tvs and a pretty…read morelarge menu. The food was really good too- I definitely recommend the grouper sandwich and pretzel appetizer. It's also family friendly with an arcade and kids specials. While the service couldn't have been friendlier, it was a little slow which is why I had to knock it down a star. Also, we ate inside so we didn't experience this, but we heard it can get a little loud outside with the live music so just keep that in mind... but this was my family's second time here and if/when I'm back in Vero Beach, I'll be sure to return!

We visited Mulligan's in Vero Beach this past Saturday with a party of eight (4 adults and 4 kids),…read moreand unfortunately it was a very disappointing experience. We were seated outside, which was fine, but from there everything went downhill. The service was extremely slow and inattentive. It was difficult to get drinks refilled, and it felt like our table was forgotten for most of the meal. The food was just as disappointing. Several meals arrived lukewarm, the quality was poor, and nothing really stood out as worth the price. It's frustrating because this restaurant used to be one of our favorite places to eat in Vero Beach, but each visit seems to get worse instead of better. The beachfront location is still beautiful, but great views can only make up for so much. Based on this experience, we'll be taking our business elsewhere.

A party of 11 and all have the same response. Awesome. Every cut of meat every piece of fish all…read moreperfectly cooked. The great selection of side dishes, appetizers, and yes, lobster bisque the best in Vero Beach. Management and the whole entire staff out did themselves with the singing of happy birthday to a very special woman.

We had an amazing anniversary experience at Cobalt. From the moment we walked into the restaurant…read morewe felt celebrated. Our server knew the menu incredibly well and was able to give us excellent recommendations. From the bread, to the starter, to the main course, everything we had was delicious and so high quality. We had the chance to sit inside and enjoy a beautiful view of the beach which is definitely a highlight of this restaurant. Whether you're looking for an intimate dinner or a group celebration, Cobalt is the place to do it!